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Question posted by Neatolokey on October 27th, 2016

Maytag Will Not Adgitate Or Spin

this happened after doing a large load of clothes also now the lid lock light is flashing

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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on October 28th, 2016 3:33 AM
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On top loading washers that use a dual action agitator, it is possible for the upper portion of the agitator to become disengaged from the bottom portion. The upper part is driven by directional cogs or "dogs" that are made of hard plastic and can wear out from hard use. If the upper portion of your agitator will turn in either direction or makes a grating sound during the wash cycle, then the directional cogs may need to be replaced.

Answer #2: Posted by Odin on October 28th, 2016 6:47 AM
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The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. Once the washer door is closed, the washer can begin operating. If the door lock is defective, the washer door will not latch properly. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Inspect the door lock for damage. If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly, replace it. To determine if the door lock has failed electrically, use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches for continuity.


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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler ... in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Your installation may require...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

... 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on all sides of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). n Floor must be at...mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for installation with water and load) of 315 lbs (143 kgs). Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on washer, and water pressure of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa). n...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

.... Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Be sure to move washer later. 4. You may need to remove all parts from tub Connect...laundry tub. Attach drain hose to step 6. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. Place drain hose in Step 7. 3. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

...Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to inlet valves. Screw on valve when attaching to tighten ...only connecting to a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to hot water inlet valve marked with a red ring. Repeat ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

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Owners Manual - Page 3

... "Cycle Status Lights" section. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will begin the sensing process to the soils. WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level...
Owners Manual - Page 4

... the washer is restarted. Press and hold 3 sec to cancel a cycle. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. NOTE: Avoid opening lid during ...label instructions, use short, slow spins to estimate the load size. Select a wash temperature based on your washer. For best results and following options may also come on the lid lock mechanism. At each stage of...
Owners Manual - Page 5

.../ Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. The lid will come on. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on . LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the...
Owners Manual - Page 6

...light weight cottons that are cold. **Spin speed is integrated into the cycle and can not be selected. 6 Do not tightly pack basket. High Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. The washer will fill with enough water to wash loads... Rinse & Spin Hot Warm Cool Cold Cold Dripping wet item or Drain & N/A hand-washed items Spin No clothes in mesh ...
Owners Manual - Page 7

...water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. •... are made to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If... load evenly. Add a measured amount of suds for tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry ...
Owners Manual - Page 8

...wrap large items such as sheets around the sides of the basket. load ... Added option must be selected to "Yes" to move freely. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to poor cleaning performance, and...8 Do not allow the use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in cycle. Load laundry into washer. Pour a measured amount of the cycle. 6. Do not overfill or dilute. ...
Owners Manual - Page 9

...wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to help dissolve detergents. the lid will light. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock ...washer provided. This is added to check for more than your hot water heater setting. Wash Temp Hot Some cold water is normal operation. Cool Warm water is added to assist in water fill Filling is delayed for several minutes if the load was spinning...
Owners Manual - Page 10

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Owners Manual - Page 12

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Owners Manual - Page 13

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Owners Manual - Page 14

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Owners Manual - Page 15

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Owners Manual - Page 16

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Owners Manual - Page 17

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