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Post# 418905   2/27/2010 at 01:16 (5,169 days old) by bbqchickenwings ()        

Model FAV6800aww
serial 1523603eax

it fills, but when it starts washing, it splashes water every where, and makes a racket (like a loud clicking noise)

thoughts as to the problem and what it will cost?





Post# 418906 , Reply# 1   2/27/2010 at 01:20 (5,169 days old) by spankomatic (Ukiah,CA)        
Questions that might help...

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What year is it?
Is it under warranty?
Any recalls on it?
Do you have any photo's of it to post?


Post# 418907 , Reply# 2   2/27/2010 at 01:27 (5,169 days old) by bbqchickenwings ()        

No pics
No warranty i know of
No Recalls

Its about 5 years old from sears.. If i can't figure it out soon, im tossing it for a Front Loader


Post# 419387 , Reply# 3   2/28/2010 at 20:37 (5,167 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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From where exactly does water splash out? Around the lid? From under the machine? The nature of the wash action should preclude that from happening ... unless perhaps something has gone wrong with the clutch and it's spinning at a high speed when it should only be tumbling.

Suggestion: Since the lid locks and you can't otherwise watch it run, unlatch and raise the top so you see (with the lid remaining closed) if there's something obviously wrong. Slip a putty knife into the seam about 2" in from each side, press gently to release the latch clips while lifting on the top.

Service info can be fetched at www.servicematters.com....


Post# 419391 , Reply# 4   2/28/2010 at 20:52 (5,167 days old) by bbqchickenwings ()        

Yes its coming from under the top and down the cabinet.. And it makes a horrible clicking noise.. Water goes every where

Post# 419424 , Reply# 5   2/28/2010 at 22:11 (5,167 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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Top latch.


Post# 419426 , Reply# 6   2/28/2010 at 22:12 (5,167 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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Top raised.


Post# 419427 , Reply# 7   2/28/2010 at 22:13 (5,167 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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Normal water level, tumbling.


Post# 419428 , Reply# 8   2/28/2010 at 22:14 (5,167 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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Normal water level, stationary.


Post# 419430 , Reply# 9   2/28/2010 at 22:16 (5,167 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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Water level (tumbling) for final rinse (and Bulky cycle wash).


Post# 419431 , Reply# 10   2/28/2010 at 22:16 (5,167 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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Water level (stationary) for final rinse (and Bulky cycle wash).


Post# 419432 , Reply# 11   2/28/2010 at 22:17 (5,167 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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Tumbling a couple towels.


Post# 419615 , Reply# 12   3/1/2010 at 15:06 (5,166 days old) by bbqchickenwings ()        

Mine is spinning while its washing... And making a clicking noise.. Boy did water fly every where..

I watched a few videos online as well.. I would like to keep this washer, but is it really worth it??

I am thinking of replacing it with a GE Harmony or something similar to it with a wash plate (or disc)



Post# 419712 , Reply# 13   3/1/2010 at 20:36 (5,166 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.)        

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I'd guess the clutch is at fault. It mounts directly to the center drive shaft under the tub. Looks like a large pulley, the belt fits around it from the motor.

Part # 12002211. A tad expensive. RepairClinic.com lists it $148. PartsTap.com $147. SearsPartsDirect.com $161. Check your other sources as well.


Post# 419758 , Reply# 14   3/2/2010 at 01:21 (5,166 days old) by bbqchickenwings ()        

OK

GOing to call maytag in the am and see if they will help, if not a GE Harmony is in order... Its not a bad washer, but i am not inclined i dont think to replace this... and im sure it will be 300+ to repair



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