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Thread Number: 48583
Woohoo! Got my first set!!!! |
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| Post# 704045 , Reply# 1 9/19/2013 at 10:55 (3,870 days old) by kowidge () | ||
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Console 1 Are these lighted. Do they only come on when the unit is functioning? 
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| Post# 704046 , Reply# 2 9/19/2013 at 10:56 (3,870 days old) by kowidge () | ||
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Console 2 Heres the other 
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| Post# 704047 , Reply# 3 9/19/2013 at 11:00 (3,870 days old) by kowidge () | ||
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Here is their new home and mine I love my house, and after 8 years in living in Marine barracks and tiny apartments....all the hard work to get was soooo worth it 
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| Post# 704048 , Reply# 4 9/19/2013 at 11:04 (3,870 days old) by kowidge () | ||
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This is the oven that burst into flames It was the cross wiring in the drop down burner backfed into the push button switch and it just melted. Luckily the wiring diagram was intact on the back. 
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| Post# 704049 , Reply# 5 9/19/2013 at 11:07 (3,870 days old) by kowidge () | ||
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This is the laundry nook where the Maytags will go It's hard to take a pic, but its like a small hallway connector 
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Post# 704050 , Reply# 6 9/19/2013 at 11:14 (3,870 days old) by DADoES  (TX, U.S. of A.) |
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Post# 704052 , Reply# 7 9/19/2013 at 11:23 (3,870 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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A806/DE806 set Perm Press dial with the full chrome knob - probably built around 1970 or so. In the world of Maytags, it doesn't get much better than this set. And yes, as Glenn mentioned the glass section of the panels are back-lit with a florescent bulb. Also, the dryer drum and the wash basket have bulbs that light when the door/lids are opened.
One suggestion I have is to pull the front panel off the washer before throwing it into daily duty service. Make sure all the hoses are in tact and the clamps haven't rusted apart. It also wouldn't hurt to rebuild the motor carriage as the rollers have probably disintegrated to pieces (kit PN 205000), and throw a new drive belt on (PN 211125). Pull the back panel off the dryer and clean out any lint or dust and check the belts. The front seal around the drum may be in tact, but eventually it would be wise to replace the felt seal as well. These tasks can be tackled by anyone who can handle a screw driver and has some patience.
Here's a shot of what they would look like in all their lit glory. Enjoy your new digs! You guys have a beautiful place.
Ben 
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Post# 704054 , Reply# 8 9/19/2013 at 11:33 (3,870 days old) by pulltostart (Mobile, AL) |
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Post# 704056 , Reply# 9 9/19/2013 at 11:54 (3,870 days old) by DADoES (TX, U.S. of A.) |
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The dryer runs by electronic moisture sensing. There's no option for drying by time, except the Air Fluff cycle which runs 15? mins. The moisture sensor can be tested by running the Damp Dry cycle with no clothes, it should shut off in about 7 seconds, IIRC. The Perm Press cycle is specifically programmed to run longer, so Maytag recommended to use it for heavier items such as jeans if they don't come out satisfactorily dry on Regular Fabrics. Perm Press runs until the moisture sensor is happy the load is dry, then it continues until the exhaust heat reaches a specific higher temp to ensure items treated with the new-fangled Permanent Press finish are suitably smoothed of wrinkles, then the cool-down triggers. Don't overlook the dryer's lint screen, which is mounted at the center/rear inside the drum. If you aren't aware, the washer has a lint filter cartridge inside the agitator. Pull upwards on the top to remove it for cleaning. | ||
| Post# 704059 , Reply# 11 9/19/2013 at 11:58 (3,870 days old) by danemodsandy (The Bramford, Apt. 7-E) | ||
Around 1970:
Your washer is the second iteration of the A806; it has the later control button setup with four water levels, but it still has the blue-accented control panel, instead of the later gold accent.
Your dryer is still the first iteration of the 806 dryer, with the Halo of Heat design. This is a low-heat, electronic-control design; the heat level is not selectable, as it would be on later versions. Your lint filter should be at the rear of the dryer drum, and your dryer drum should be porcelain, not painted. Those are very nice machines. They were the top of the Maytag line for a machine that allowed user input; the A906 was a bit more expensive, but it offered no features that the A806 did not have, and it was so heavily pre-programmed that there was considerable sacrifice of user flexibility. Incidentally, your washer would have been around $409.05 when new, equal to about $2800 today. These were solid machines for those in solid financial brackets! I love your house. I used to be Senior Editor at Modernism. | ||
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Post# 704070 , Reply# 12 9/19/2013 at 14:11 (3,870 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions) |
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| Post# 704081 , Reply# 13 9/19/2013 at 14:39 (3,870 days old) by twintubdexter (Palm Springs) | ||
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Post# 704089 , Reply# 14 9/19/2013 at 15:03 (3,870 days old) by rp2813 (Sannazay) |
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That's My Dream Pair! A beautiful set, and avocado will integrate perfectly into your beautiful and stunning modern home.
I had the gas version of your 806 dryer. It was by far the best, fastest, most efficient and user-friendly dryer I've ever owned. The companion washer is equally impressive. The best center dial model Maytag had to offer, and Maytag built the highest quality washer money could buy back then. You'll love hearing the smooth, solid, satisfying sound of dependable durability as it goes through its cycles.
You stole that low mileage set for $30. You're going to enjoy the hell out of those machines! | ||
| Post# 704091 , Reply# 15 9/19/2013 at 15:06 (3,870 days old) by danemodsandy (The Bramford, Apt. 7-E) | ||
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I Forgot to Mention:
If you are looking for owner's manuals for your machines, they are available through Automatic Ephemera, a "sister" site to this one. The site owner, Robert, finds vintage appliance ephemera and scans it at very high resolution, cleaning up as needed. The scans are then turned into PDF files and made available for paid download. Prices are very moderate, usually between $1 and $4; PayPal is accepted. Robert's scans are often cleaner and more legible than vintage hard copies, plus you can zoom in if you need to. Visit www.automatice.org... to see the site.
Since there are two basic iterations of the 806 washer and dryer, you need to be careful which manual you select for downloading. The closest match for your washer is titled, "Maytag 806 Owners Manual, Operating Instructions and the Maytag Laundering Guide," and is dated 1972. The closest match for your dryer is titled, "Maytag Dryer DE806 Operating Instructions," and is also dated 1972. As an 806 owner, I can say that having the manuals really heightens the pleasure of owning the machines; there are fine points of operation that you don't get from just playing with the cycles and buttons. P.S.: Whoever replaced the heating element in your dryer did you a big favor - that's an involved repair on Halo of Heat models. Not insanely difficult, but not nearly as easy as replacing the heating element on later models. You did extremely well for $30! | ||
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Post# 704116 , Reply# 17 9/19/2013 at 16:20 (3,870 days old) by bajaespuma (Connecticut) |
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Aferim! | ||
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Post# 704117 , Reply# 18 9/19/2013 at 16:26 (3,870 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions) |
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| Post# 704132 , Reply# 19 9/19/2013 at 17:44 (3,870 days old) by bluejay (Havre de Grace, MD) | ||
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Post# 704139 , Reply# 20 9/19/2013 at 18:30 (3,870 days old) by rp2813 (Sannazay) |
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A couple of things 1) It isn't much of a stretch at all to view these machines as possibly being replicas of what could have been in that laundry room originally in 1966, or very shortly thereafter. You lucked out with Maytag since they didn't make major changes to their consoles until +/- 1980.
2) When you tend to the belt, be advised that it's a very loose fit. You may think something needs to be tightened, but that's how they're designed to fit. | ||
| Post# 704140 , Reply# 21 9/19/2013 at 18:45 (3,870 days old) by danemodsandy (The Bramford, Apt. 7-E) | ||
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1966 Was The Year:
This Maytag series was introduced, so it's particularly appropriate to your house.
Below is a photo of an 806 set from around 1968; it's identical in appearance to the first, 1966 "New Generation" Maytags, with the exception of a Permanent Press cycle instead of Wash 'n Wear. This first version was a little different from yours in that there were only three water levels and the button layout was a bit different. 
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| Post# 704143 , Reply# 23 9/19/2013 at 19:28 (3,870 days old) by danemodsandy (The Bramford, Apt. 7-E) | ||
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Here's Your Machine:
In a 1970 brochure shot; it's the shaded Harvest Gold machine at right. Note the penciled-in price: $409.95. In 1970, you could buy a respectable used economy car for that.
At left is the ne plus ultra, the all-pushbutton A906 in shaded Avocado. Each button started a completely pre-programmed cycle, totally automated from start to finish. The drawback was that you could not adjust anything; the machine's water levels, agitation speed and rinse temperature were pre-set for each cycle. Your A806 allows every one of those things, and more, to be custom-tailored for your needs. 
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Post# 704151 , Reply# 24 9/19/2013 at 20:12 (3,870 days old) by Supersuds (Knoxville, Tenn.) |
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| Post# 704175 , Reply# 25 9/19/2013 at 23:36 (3,870 days old) by frontaloadotmy (the cool gay realm) | ||
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I don't think I see this mentioned in any of the replies; when you get them home the two letters of the serial number of each machine will indicate the month and year of manufacture. Very nice looking midcent home you have! | ||
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Post# 704245 , Reply# 28 9/20/2013 at 11:32 (3,869 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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| Post# 704255 , Reply# 30 9/20/2013 at 12:41 (3,869 days old) by retropia () | ||
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Nice wagon! There is a forum for station wagon fans, also, if you haven't already discovered it. CLICK HERE TO GO TO retropia's LINK | ||
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Post# 704258 , Reply# 31 9/20/2013 at 13:11 (3,869 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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If this thread is going to drift.... | ||
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Post# 704262 , Reply# 35 9/20/2013 at 14:06 (3,869 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Transporting Maytags - It won't hurt either the washer or the dryer to move them on their sides. I find it much easier than the back due to the hoses/ducting being in the way. I've moved dozens and dozens of Maytags this way in several Tahoes and Suburbans and I've never had an issue.
Catalina - I'm impressed with the mileage! Folks usually balk at 2bbl carbs, but most don't realize that 80 percent of daily driving only requires the primary side of a 4bbl anyway. Bonus on the front discs. What a difference they make!
A shame to hear the Olds hasn't been as enjoyable as the Catalina. Hopefully you're able to work the bugs out of it.
Ben | ||
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Post# 704263 , Reply# 36 9/20/2013 at 14:14 (3,869 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions) |
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Post# 704270 , Reply# 37 9/20/2013 at 15:16 (3,869 days old) by rp2813 (Sannazay) |
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| Post# 704272 , Reply# 38 9/20/2013 at 15:27 (3,869 days old) by maytaga806 (Howell, Michigan) | ||
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| Post# 704278 , Reply# 39 9/20/2013 at 15:39 (3,869 days old) by danemodsandy (The Bramford, Apt. 7-E) | ||
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Roof Rack Caution
Hi -
If you're going to move the dryer on a roof rack, you should know that the dryer door uses a lift-off hinge. Just lift the door off by opening it and lifting upward on it, and stash it inside the vehicle so that it won't blow off. Installation is the reverse of removal. I'm a worry-wart, so I'd also remove the selector knob and the lint filter, but that's just me. But the door has the potential to blow away, so do secure that. | ||
| Post# 704302 , Reply# 40 9/20/2013 at 18:22 (3,869 days old) by hippiedoll ( arizona ) | ||
to: frontaloadotmy.....
regarding the letters in the serial number to find out what month & year your maytag center dial washing machine was made, i have a question for you.....
i just received my harvest gold (i guess you would call it "harvest gold" [but it looks more like "mustard yellow" to me??]), model GA208, center dial, maytag washing machine and was wondering what year my washing machine was made. it has the letters: AE at the end of the serial number. could you please tell me if you know, when my maytag A208 was manufactured??? i'll be waiting to hear back from you. lovingly, hippiedoll ;o) peace... | ||
| Post# 704382 , Reply# 43 9/21/2013 at 04:50 (3,869 days old) by danemodsandy (The Bramford, Apt. 7-E) | ||
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I'm Glad.... | ||
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Post# 704386 , Reply# 44 9/21/2013 at 05:50 (3,869 days old) by jamiel (Detroit, Michigan and Palm Springs, CA) |
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| Post# 704424 , Reply# 45 9/21/2013 at 13:02 (3,868 days old) by DigAPony () | ||
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So truck it is. Hope you have ramps. The washer weights 240 lbs. No way one man can lift that safely onto to the bed of a pickup, too awkward. Something is bound to get damaged, either your lower back, the washer, or both | ||
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Post# 704515 , Reply# 46 9/21/2013 at 19:50 (3,868 days old) by lovestowash (St. Petersburg, FL) |
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I'm Maytag Avocado Green... | ||
| Post# 704521 , Reply# 48 9/21/2013 at 20:35 (3,868 days old) by kowidge () | ||
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In the kitchen.... This was the incounter Nutone. 
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| Post# 704522 , Reply# 49 9/21/2013 at 20:39 (3,868 days old) by kowidge () | ||
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The drop in oven... Was pretty cool and the hood was super sweet 
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| Post# 704523 , Reply# 50 9/21/2013 at 20:42 (3,868 days old) by kowidge () | ||
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More of the oven Really cool 
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| Post# 704527 , Reply# 51 9/21/2013 at 21:05 (3,868 days old) by danemodsandy (The Bramford, Apt. 7-E) | ||
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Electrolux Parts
Please tell the man about www.vacuumland.org... , another "sister" site to this one, dealing in collectible vacuums. There would probably be a lot of interest over there. Like this site, no charge to join or post.
That Formica in the Allentown house is to die for. Very 1964 or so. And I'm a huge fan of metal countertop moldings; that installation has them between the counters and the backsplash, even though the counters themselves are self-edged. Someone took very good care of all that. | ||
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Post# 704576 , Reply# 53 9/22/2013 at 06:37 (3,868 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions) |
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Post# 704594 , Reply# 54 9/22/2013 at 09:57 (3,867 days old) by pulltostart (Mobile, AL) |
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| Post# 704600 , Reply# 55 9/22/2013 at 11:00 (3,867 days old) by danemodsandy (The Bramford, Apt. 7-E) | ||
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Metal Counter Moldings | ||
| Post# 704618 , Reply# 56 9/22/2013 at 12:54 (3,867 days old) by redcarpetdrew (Fairfield, CA) | ||
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| Post# 705215 , Reply# 57 9/25/2013 at 01:18 (3,865 days old) by frontaloadotmy (the cool gay realm) | ||
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Thanks Drew I have just now gotten back to this thread; sorry Doll ! ! | ||
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Post# 705430 , Reply# 58 9/26/2013 at 01:33 (3,864 days old) by Jetcone (Schenectady-Home of Calrods,Monitor Tops,Toroid Transformers) |
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Tony Nice find on the washers! So great to see "new" collectors popping up. I love your house - I had no idea there were houses like that in Middletown. So cool! I have very good friends over in Wallkill so I get down there a lot .
And that Vista Cruiser is one of my all time fabs, I remember the ads introducing the Vista Cruiser when I was a kid, I thought it was so Jetson's at the time!!
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| Post# 705434 , Reply# 59 9/26/2013 at 03:28 (3,864 days old) by redcarpetdrew (Fairfield, CA) | ||
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No worries, Darrel. We've got each other's backs.
My Father In Law always talks about the old Chevrolet Kingswood Estate wagon they used to own. The thing went everywhere and he always got a kick out of how, when you really mashed the pedal down, the four barrel would open up with this 'wwooaaaaaa' sound and you could actually see it suck the hood down a bit... RCD | ||
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