Recent content by bcp6158

Soaking... Hi Eugene. I, too, like to soak whites a bit and then resume washing with some added bleach. This is what I do (I have the same model as you): Select and begin cycle. After a few minutes of agitation press 'pause', then 'cancel'. After soaking for 30 minutes (or whatever time you...

Maybe replace the bearing assembly, too? (Did I say that right?)

Oops That's I-94 (I-294 has rejoined I-94 by that point).

I replied via email so I wouldn't clutter the forum with possible pick-up details... I'm located about three miles east of I-294 (Half Day Road/IL 22 exit).

I just realized that... one can select a warm rinse, no matter the wash temperature, on this machine. (I noticed that some posters have bemoaned the fact that many washers no longer offer a warm rinse.)

The tub is seized. If you work it loose (the repair tech used WD-40), it will run fine, except for a leak from the seal - the counterweight sends the dripping water flying during spin. Controls, motor, and pump work fine. I guess the transmission is okay since it worked smoothly after it was...

Hi all, Anyone looking for a Maytag 806 washer for parts or project? Come and get it (Chicago area) before it goes to the curb for bulk pick-up day on May 13. Thank you! Brad

'Lowefficiency' will make the trip to save this Maytag! Glad it can have a new life. Many thanks to the supportive community at automaticwasher.org. Brad

Can't say for sure if it's not seized now but the transmission always seemed okay - smooth and quiet, which I really appreciated about this machine. A repairman got it loose the first time (after I moved in - washer came with house), but I think he just sprayed WD-40 around the bearing/shaft(?)...

Hi all. My Maytag A806 was working fine (with a small leak at the tub seal) until I let it sit for a couple of years. The washtub is seized and I cannot remove the agitator to replace the seals. The motor, transmission, pump, and controls worked just fine. It has no rust (that I can see) and...

My Maytag A806 needs a good home. The agitator is stuck and I cannot remove it to replace the leaking seal. I was going to replace the bearing assembly, too, although the washer was running fine (but leaking at the tub seal). It finally seized since it sat for a couple of years with no use...