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Thread Number: 7821
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Post# 151155 , Reply# 1 8/28/2006 at 15:33 (6,596 days old) by unimatic1140  (Minneapolis) |
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Post# 151160 , Reply# 2 8/28/2006 at 15:52 (6,596 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Hey Paul, Would you look at that - the cream of the crop! You have a beauty there - many consider the A806 to not only be one of the best Maytag's - but one of the best washers - ever! ;-D You can pinpoint the month via the last two letters of the serial number. The first digit is the year, the second digit is the month. I love Robert's post, and I usually forget that point - these machines are indeed 100 percent Grade-A US made washers! Ben | ||
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Post# 151161 , Reply# 3 8/28/2006 at 15:54 (6,596 days old) by maytagbear (N.E. Ohio) |
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Hello, Paul You did "real good," and you didn't know it (then!) Congratulations. This machine should serve you well for decades to come. Lawrence/Maytagbear | ||
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Post# 151162 , Reply# 4 8/28/2006 at 16:05 (6,596 days old) by bajaespuma (Connecticut) |
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I'm just turquoise with envy. | ||
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Post# 151179 , Reply# 5 8/28/2006 at 17:58 (6,595 days old) by mayfan69 (Brisbane Queensland Australia) |
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Lovely Maytag | ||
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Post# 151181 , Reply# 6 8/28/2006 at 18:02 (6,595 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions) |
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| Post# 151183 , Reply# 7 8/28/2006 at 18:05 (6,595 days old) by rickr (.) | ||
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Post# 151186 , Reply# 8 8/28/2006 at 18:10 (6,595 days old) by gansky1 (Omaha, The Home of the TV Dinner!) |
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Post# 151202 , Reply# 9 8/28/2006 at 20:44 (6,595 days old) by steved (Guilderland, New York) |
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Schenectady? hey paul, congrats on the 806.... who is the appliance store you went to? I'm just down the road!! SteveD | ||
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Post# 151226 , Reply# 10 8/28/2006 at 21:27 (6,595 days old) by appnut (TX) |
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Post# 151358 , Reply# 12 8/29/2006 at 14:28 (6,595 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Hey Paul, Take the two screws off the top panel to expose the timer, wires, the bulb, etc. You will notice the left hand side support bracket houses the bulb starter. It is either shot, or needs to have the contacts cleaned. It is the same diameter of a quarter, and about an inch long. You could stop by any hardware store as this item is commonly stocked, just make sure it has an identical rating. FS2 comes to mind. You may also want to pick up a new bulb as well. Let me know if you need a picture to help illustrate. Thanks! Ben | ||
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Post# 151375 , Reply# 14 8/29/2006 at 16:32 (6,595 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions) |
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That box is a ballast,needed for the fluorescent light.The starter fits in a hole in the support that the back panel was screwed to,not sure which side.Starters are usually silver in color,about an inch round,and about 2 inches long. Measure between the sockets,to get the right size lamp. It might be an uncommon size. kennyGF | ||
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Post# 151469 , Reply# 16 8/29/2006 at 23:16 (6,594 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Photo 1: Starter location
Hey Paul, Wow, I just read what I wrote over lunch - and it appears I wasn't in the appliance frame of mind! I feel pictures will do justice with this assignment! In this photo, I am standing in front of the machine, leaning over the left side (looking at the timer) to snap this photo. You will notice the starter still has the .79 cent price tag on it.... Approx the diameter of a quarter, and about an inch long with two little feet on the bottom (twist to remove) 
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Post# 151470 , Reply# 17 8/29/2006 at 23:18 (6,594 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Photo 2: Subject Starter | ||
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Post# 151471 , Reply# 18 8/29/2006 at 23:20 (6,594 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Photo 3: Source of Light
In this photo, we see the type number for the bulb. Please note any brand will work, this just happens to be an el-cheepo from overseas (Okay guys, this is my parents daily driver, not a restored beauty!) Again, previously mentioned hardware store should stock this bulb as well, and should be a few feet from the starter on the shelf... 
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Post# 151472 , Reply# 19 8/29/2006 at 23:23 (6,594 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Photo 4: Finished Product
This should be the outcome when both items are replaced, or known to be previously working (hopefully the transformer is in working order). Once you turn the dial into any function where the machine opperates, the timer sends voltage to the lighting system, and presto - an instant classic! Enjoy your beauty! Ben 
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Post# 151480 , Reply# 20 8/30/2006 at 00:25 (6,594 days old) by pdub (Portland, Oregon) |
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I love 806's
I found one too just a couple weeks ago. I am very happy with it. You will love this machine. The Pre-wash and Soak which then go right into the main wash cycle are great. Parts are pretty easy to get for these still as well. Enjoy your new machine! Patrick Here's another shot from behind directly inside the control panel. 
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Post# 151686 , Reply# 23 8/31/2006 at 07:07 (6,593 days old) by rinso (Meridian Idaho) |
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Paul, My ex-wife still has the shaded avocado A806 that we purchased in 1969. It's still working perfectly and in immaculate condition. | ||
| Post# 151703 , Reply# 24 8/31/2006 at 09:23 (6,593 days old) by mayken4now (Panama City, Florida) | ||
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| Post# 151751 , Reply# 25 8/31/2006 at 15:16 (6,593 days old) by thor (Buenos Aires) | ||
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Starter Paul, I love your new find! This is surely one of my favorite washers. The starter is not screwed in place, it is rather the "push and turn" type. Just push and turn CCW (left) to remove and push and turn CW (right) to install. Please take more pictures once the light is working! Emilio | ||
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Post# 151774 , Reply# 26 8/31/2006 at 21:12 (6,592 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Hey Paul - Yep - you got it right. I've included a photo which illustrates what each component is (besides the bulb). I think you push slightly on the starter and twist (just a little bit) to the left to take the starter out, and the reverse for installation. Make sure you can get a shot of your new machine in all of its lighted glory! Ben 
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Post# 151780 , Reply# 27 8/31/2006 at 21:48 (6,592 days old) by bajaespuma (Connecticut) |
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Post# 151782 , Reply# 28 8/31/2006 at 21:52 (6,592 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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| Post# 151949 , Reply# 29 9/1/2006 at 19:28 (6,591 days old) by lightedcontrols () | ||
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Paul! This model machine also has a lighted tub! It takes a bayonnet style bulb that lights when the lid is opened. Need info on how to locate it and replace the bulb? Mark | ||
| Post# 152430 , Reply# 31 9/4/2006 at 23:29 (6,588 days old) by pkazee () | ||
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bajaespuma - Here's that INTERIOR shot. 
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Post# 152432 , Reply# 33 9/4/2006 at 23:34 (6,588 days old) by appnut (TX) |
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Post# 152433 , Reply# 34 9/4/2006 at 23:35 (6,588 days old) by appnut (TX) |
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| Post# 152439 , Reply# 35 9/5/2006 at 00:03 (6,588 days old) by fixerman () | ||
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If you push the top of the tub all the way to the left you will see a little window on the right side of the tub top. Assume one would have to remove the front to access the light socket for bulb replacement | ||
| Post# 152694 , Reply# 37 9/5/2006 at 22:18 (6,587 days old) by fixerman () | ||
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Now remove the two screws from the front of the top and raise the top to access the socket. I don't have a pic but I am sure someone here will. | ||
| Post# 152856 , Reply# 39 9/6/2006 at 18:44 (6,586 days old) by bpetersxx (laf in on the banks of the Wabash River) | ||
Timer problems might be the timer motor beginning to fail My 606s Maytag would not start and the timer motor was out Also the lid switch could be at fault Check the lid switch first as it is simple easy and inexpensive to fix The bleach problem may be harder to fix. On the newer 806 models there is a deflector in the bottom of the tub that shoots the bleach away from the inner tub so the bleach does not damage the clothes The deflector opening should be pointing to the right as the basket spins counterclockwise to drain If it is pointing to the left the water will swirl up into the bleach hose and come out the bleach cup on the top of the washer The picture shows the bleach deflector in the tub with the bleach hose hooked to it I do not explain things too well so if one of our more experienced members can simplify this I will be grateful 
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Post# 152892 , Reply# 40 9/6/2006 at 22:26 (6,586 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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Tub Bulb Photos
Hey Paul, It has been busy around here - I finally got around to taking a shot of the tub bulb for you. Once you have the top up on your Maytag, you can pull out the socket away from the hanger. It is basicly a rubber boot around a metal socket. The previous owner may have tapped it up as current does pass through the leads when the machine opperates. Just twist the bulb ever-so-slightly to the left (when looking at it), and it will come out. 
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Post# 152893 , Reply# 41 9/6/2006 at 22:29 (6,586 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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The Bulb
Greg Nunn suggested looking at the hardware store (Lowes, Menards, Home Depot) for this bulb. You can find replacements for just a few dollars. Look in the lighting section around the smaller bulbs - I think Menards carries them in a Westinghouse brand. Make sure the voltage is 120v, not 12v (12v is for a automotive). I think originally these guys were outfitted with either a 7 or a 10 watt bulb. 15 watts does a pretty good job, and you can even fit a 25 watt bulb in there, but the porcelin top can get a bit hot. 
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Post# 152894 , Reply# 42 9/6/2006 at 22:32 (6,586 days old) by swestoyz (Cedar Falls, IA) |
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The Product - brightly displayed waves! | ||
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Post# 152908 , Reply# 43 9/6/2006 at 23:27 (6,586 days old) by dadoes (TX, U.S. of A.) |
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| Post# 153209 , Reply# 44 9/8/2006 at 10:42 (6,585 days old) by poriv2345 () | ||
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A806 Problem On the bleach dispenser problem - Could I block off the bleach dispenser to prevent the water going back up the tubes? Is that possible without creating other problems? | ||
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