'84 Maytag LA712 Relieves '84 Whirlpool LA5530XKN2 of Duty

[rp2813]

I agree that a final spray rinse would make these machines absolutely perfect.  I think the best thing to do is to learn the correct detergent dosage to effect minimal residue after the generous single spray rinse.  I will generally select a warm rinse so the spray delivers maximum water volume, then switch to cold after the spray action has ended.

 

The remarks about underloading/overly high water level are timely.  I washed king size sheets yesterday in my 712 and let the tub fill to the top.   After agitation had started, I checked for turnover and saw that I could have gotten away with a lower fill level.   I didn't know then that this could cause balance problems, but sure enough, the load wasn't balanced going into the first spin.  I lowered the water level for the rinse and it went into final spin with ease. 

 

And to all of those who insist that Maytags like to walk off with your laundry, take a good look at that tea cup!

 

[leefree]

Cleaning the lint filter

I didn't want to scratch it up with a scouring pad or scraper so I uncharacteristically went with patience. On my 512, I had to soak it (full tub of hot water with three or four...ok six, Cascade platinum pods (for dishwasher) and a small bottle of white vinegar) agitated until everything dissolved and then left overnight to sit. That was just to get filter out. Once out, an old toothbrush cleaned up the inside of the still-wet agitator. Then I coated the disgusting filter inside and out with a layer of straight Dawn and put it in a tall cup of half vinegar & water. Two days later did the trick. Again, old toothbrush poked out stubborn holes. My "new" 712 had a better life. Its filter only took an overnight soak in vinegar and cleaning with toothbrush. That chore once,let alone twice, will cure you of ever using fabric softener or too much laundry soap! I love using my 712.

 

[brucelucenta]

norgeway

I have used multiple Maytag washers. NEVER have had one of them walk. Makes me wonder if the machine had the rubber feet covers on it that prevent that. I did see a friend's Maytag vibrate excessively and it was because the legs were screwed out to the max. After screwing them completely in and adjusting to level the machine, it worked perfectly. Every Maytag I have ever had or used has an unbalance switch that shuts it down if it becomes too unbalanced.

 

[combo52]

Crusty Clogged MT Lint Filters

Are not caused by using too much laundry detergent, but rather just the opposite.

 

Too little detergent for water hardness conditions, cheap detergent etc are the only thing that causes this problem.

 

Fabric softener will leave a gummy deposit, never a hard crusty one.

 

Best way to clean a crusty lint filter is to soak it in straight CLR or another similar brand, or maybe straight vinegar, heating the solution can also help.

 

John L.

 

[ken]

We have a laundry sink next to the GE washer. I've often attached a piece of hose to the faucet and made the first spin a spray rinse. As far as Im concerned both spins should have this like many did years ago. Not just the final spin. [this post was last edited: 8/1/2017-10:27]