Hard to believe the company that made those 2 beauties is now just a name. (sigh)
Have many years of enjoyment with these true classics.
Have many years of enjoyment with these true classics.
A New Arrival at IDA's Home for Wayward Vintage Appliances
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mayken4now
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Well, no one needs to know how I feel about Maytag's, ESPECIALLY..................these.
Just beautiful!
Congrats Fred, have many enjoyable days with these machines. I love mine and like Greg once told me "every wash load is a different experience".
Steve
Just beautiful!
Congrats Fred, have many enjoyable days with these machines. I love mine and like Greg once told me "every wash load is a different experience".
Steve
Symphony of Quality
There is a pleasing, restful sound as a Maytag completes a cycle with quiet and powerful determination.
It rules.
It owns the laundry room, with dignity.
It is tender, forgiving and waiting there, each new morning, to meet every expectation and surpass it with ease and grace.
Truly a majestic addition to your collection and something you can own and use for the rest of your life, if you choose.
Thank you for letting us watch and be a part of an amazing experience.
Kelly
There is a pleasing, restful sound as a Maytag completes a cycle with quiet and powerful determination.
It rules.
It owns the laundry room, with dignity.
It is tender, forgiving and waiting there, each new morning, to meet every expectation and surpass it with ease and grace.
Truly a majestic addition to your collection and something you can own and use for the rest of your life, if you choose.
Thank you for letting us watch and be a part of an amazing experience.
Kelly
powerfin64
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AMEN!
Very well said, Kelly!
Beautiful set!
What year are they?
Rich
Very well said, Kelly!
Beautiful set!
What year are they?
Rich
Beautiful Machines
Congrat's Fred, they are beautiful machines.
Pity i will never come across anything like these beauties here in Oz.
Leon
Congrat's Fred, they are beautiful machines.
Pity i will never come across anything like these beauties here in Oz.
Leon
Push Buttons
Hi Fred
Good to See the Maytags have a new home, see what I mean about a slippery slope, you`ll be havin the full range and more soon!!!
Enjoy, Mike
Hi Fred
Good to See the Maytags have a new home, see what I mean about a slippery slope, you`ll be havin the full range and more soon!!!
Enjoy, Mike
The pictures are beautiful, Fred - and the machines are too! I hope you enjoy them, they have brought me hours of laundry enjoyment and they will for you too.
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Congratulations Fred, what a fantastic set!!! You and Jeff will definitely have a lot of fun playing with these, and your wash will be Maytag-clean as well!
Are you going to leave the 50-Hz motor pulley in for fast-stroke action, or convert it back to 63 OPM? I'm wondering if that would cut back a little on the sympathetic indexing I noticed last June when I watched it.
--Austin
Are you going to leave the 50-Hz motor pulley in for fast-stroke action, or convert it back to 63 OPM? I'm wondering if that would cut back a little on the sympathetic indexing I noticed last June when I watched it.
--Austin
Wow Fred, congrads!!!!! Those are really stunning. More of the vac boys moving into washerland! YAY.
I'd never known there was an all pushbutton Maytag, it's way cool looking. Is there a water level buttons on there,, can't quite see?
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Last year
I went to dinner with Fred & Charlie the night before they left for the Omaha Convention. I had just returned from the LA vacuum convention so we gathered to share stories.
Fred was totally excited about Omaha, really looking forward to it. We'd all looked at the pictures by then, and I remember him saying "I can't wait to see those Maytag 906's!"
Aside from where they used to live, those two machines could not possibly have a better home.
I am looking forward to seeing them in operation.
I went to dinner with Fred & Charlie the night before they left for the Omaha Convention. I had just returned from the LA vacuum convention so we gathered to share stories.
Fred was totally excited about Omaha, really looking forward to it. We'd all looked at the pictures by then, and I remember him saying "I can't wait to see those Maytag 906's!"
Aside from where they used to live, those two machines could not possibly have a better home.
I am looking forward to seeing them in operation.
fnelson487
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The 906s Are Waiting For Hookup
Robert-Yes - another vac guy has succumbed to the washer bug. Yikes!! With my big basement - I am scared, really scared . . .
Pete - These machines were sometimes (and sometimes still are) not preferred because of the lack of control over the functions of the machines. The buttons on the washer are as follows:
Delicate
Wool
Wash and Wear
Full White Load (Hot Wash - max fill)
Partial White Load (Hot Wash - medium fill)
Full Colored Load (Warm Wash - max fill)
Partial Colored Load (Warm wash - medium fill)
Bright Colors
Rinse
Spin Dri
Each button kicked off a sequence of events which could not be changed. I am not sure of the sequence of cycles for other than whites and colors, but I will figure it out.
When you think about it, how many changes do you make in a wash load? I only change the temperature and, perhaps, the water level. When I think of my Neptunes - the washer has 14 buttons and three cycles on the dial. Those buttons don't even control the water level, the machine senses the load and fills accordingly. I only change the water temp for whites and others. I hardly use all the variations it offers.
These machines were the TOL at the time but seem to have fallen by the wayside. People liked to control the functions of the machine. I don't care, they are beautiful machines and will be my daily drivers. These were later versions of those seen on the "Beverly Hillbillies." What greater recommendation could there be?
Regarding the altered pulley for faster action - I asked Greg to change it back to make it original. I had an 806 series 2 (gold panel) machine for years and loved it. I am sure I will like these even more. When Jeff and I opened up the boxes, it was like flashing back to 1968 when they were first delivered!
Robert-Yes - another vac guy has succumbed to the washer bug. Yikes!! With my big basement - I am scared, really scared . . .
Pete - These machines were sometimes (and sometimes still are) not preferred because of the lack of control over the functions of the machines. The buttons on the washer are as follows:
Delicate
Wool
Wash and Wear
Full White Load (Hot Wash - max fill)
Partial White Load (Hot Wash - medium fill)
Full Colored Load (Warm Wash - max fill)
Partial Colored Load (Warm wash - medium fill)
Bright Colors
Rinse
Spin Dri
Each button kicked off a sequence of events which could not be changed. I am not sure of the sequence of cycles for other than whites and colors, but I will figure it out.
When you think about it, how many changes do you make in a wash load? I only change the temperature and, perhaps, the water level. When I think of my Neptunes - the washer has 14 buttons and three cycles on the dial. Those buttons don't even control the water level, the machine senses the load and fills accordingly. I only change the water temp for whites and others. I hardly use all the variations it offers.
These machines were the TOL at the time but seem to have fallen by the wayside. People liked to control the functions of the machine. I don't care, they are beautiful machines and will be my daily drivers. These were later versions of those seen on the "Beverly Hillbillies." What greater recommendation could there be?
Regarding the altered pulley for faster action - I asked Greg to change it back to make it original. I had an 806 series 2 (gold panel) machine for years and loved it. I am sure I will like these even more. When Jeff and I opened up the boxes, it was like flashing back to 1968 when they were first delivered!
I see what you mean about the lack of controls then, still I don't think that would dissuade me either. In fact for someone like my other half it would be a blessing since he has never been able to synchronize the temps, cycles and water levels on our old GE. On top of that it's a very clean looking design.
None In The Tri-State Area
I'll bet I've talked to over 50 Maytag dealers and none of them ever remember selling or repairing a set of 906's. I do come across 806's all the time but have never seen a 906 in person. I'm still green with envy, but very happy for you just the same.
Greg, how could you even begin to think about parting with such treasures??!?
I'll bet I've talked to over 50 Maytag dealers and none of them ever remember selling or repairing a set of 906's. I do come across 806's all the time but have never seen a 906 in person. I'm still green with envy, but very happy for you just the same.
Greg, how could you even begin to think about parting with such treasures??!?
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i cant even begin to imagine how those buttons control the various functions. PLEASE, let one of the experts write about the specifics of the cycles and buttons actions! i applaud Mr Nelson for using these as his daily drivers. i hope he will tell us about how the washer compares to a *conventional* Maytag. any Maytag nuts care to expand on these models?, speak up!
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2 ways to think about it
1. Totally automatic machines, put the clothes in, add detergent, and push a button, no muss no fuss.
Same with the dryer, although the 806 and even 606/608 dryers had the same electronic control just with a dial instead of buttons.
2. Maybe the washer is a little too automatic, especially considering the way the 806 model was set up. That model is just about totally opposite from the 906, in you could set wash/rinse temps seperately, agitate/spin speeds, water levels, and wash times. The 906 has all that stuff programmed already. I don't know that I'd like a washer so automatic, for the reason that I don't always have a full load to wash, so I like having the 4 water levels as on my 608. Some might also argue about the lack of flexibility with wash times too, I have never asked experts, but usually always set my machines for the longest time available.
Whatever the case, these machines of Fred's are absolutely stunning, and will look FAB in his laundry room with the '62 Kitchenaid DW and the KDS17 portable.
1. Totally automatic machines, put the clothes in, add detergent, and push a button, no muss no fuss.
Same with the dryer, although the 806 and even 606/608 dryers had the same electronic control just with a dial instead of buttons.
2. Maybe the washer is a little too automatic, especially considering the way the 806 model was set up. That model is just about totally opposite from the 906, in you could set wash/rinse temps seperately, agitate/spin speeds, water levels, and wash times. The 906 has all that stuff programmed already. I don't know that I'd like a washer so automatic, for the reason that I don't always have a full load to wash, so I like having the 4 water levels as on my 608. Some might also argue about the lack of flexibility with wash times too, I have never asked experts, but usually always set my machines for the longest time available.
Whatever the case, these machines of Fred's are absolutely stunning, and will look FAB in his laundry room with the '62 Kitchenaid DW and the KDS17 portable.
Cycle Sequence
From memory, so don't crucify me if I am a spec off or two.
Each button push sends off the water choice, fill level and cycle selection.
Whites: Machine fills with hot water, agitates 12 minutes. Pauses, spins, has a 1 minute spray rinse. Fills with warm water and agitates for 4 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds and then spins for 7. Stops.
Colored: Machine fills with warm water, agitates for 10 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds, spins, has a minute spray rinse. Fills with warm water and agitates for 4 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds and then spins for 7 minutes. Stops.
Wash and Wear: Washer fills with warm water and agitates for 8 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds, slow spin for 90 seconds. Machine stops and fills with cold water. Agitates for 1 minute. Stops, rests for 90 seconds, spins on slow for 90 seconds. Cool down repeats. Washer spins on slow for 3 minutes and then fills with cold water. Rinse is normal agitation for 4 minutes, followed by slow spin of 7 minutes.
Bright Colors: Washer fills with cold water and washer on normal speed for 6 minutes. Pause for 30 seconds, spins with 1 minute spray rinse. Washer fills with cold water and agitates for 4 minutes. Machine pauses for 30 seconds and then spins on normal speed for 7 minutes.
Wool: Washer fills with warm water and agitates on slow speed for 4 minutes. Washer pauses 30 seconds and then spins on slow speed with 1 minute spray rinse. Washer fills with warm water and agitates on slow speed for 4 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds and then spins on slow speed for 7 minutes.
Delicate: Washer fills with warm water and agitates for 6 minutes on slow speed. Washer pauses for 30 seconds and then spins on slow speed with 1 minute spray rinse. Washer fills with cold water and agitates on slow speed for 4 minutes. washer pauses 30 seconds and then spins for 7 minutes on slow speed.
Rinse only: Washer fills with warm water and agitates on normal speed for 4 minutes. washer pauses for 30 seconds and then spins on normal speed for 7 minutes.
Spin only: Washer spins on normal speed for 7 minutes.
Kelly
From memory, so don't crucify me if I am a spec off or two.
Each button push sends off the water choice, fill level and cycle selection.
Whites: Machine fills with hot water, agitates 12 minutes. Pauses, spins, has a 1 minute spray rinse. Fills with warm water and agitates for 4 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds and then spins for 7. Stops.
Colored: Machine fills with warm water, agitates for 10 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds, spins, has a minute spray rinse. Fills with warm water and agitates for 4 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds and then spins for 7 minutes. Stops.
Wash and Wear: Washer fills with warm water and agitates for 8 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds, slow spin for 90 seconds. Machine stops and fills with cold water. Agitates for 1 minute. Stops, rests for 90 seconds, spins on slow for 90 seconds. Cool down repeats. Washer spins on slow for 3 minutes and then fills with cold water. Rinse is normal agitation for 4 minutes, followed by slow spin of 7 minutes.
Bright Colors: Washer fills with cold water and washer on normal speed for 6 minutes. Pause for 30 seconds, spins with 1 minute spray rinse. Washer fills with cold water and agitates for 4 minutes. Machine pauses for 30 seconds and then spins on normal speed for 7 minutes.
Wool: Washer fills with warm water and agitates on slow speed for 4 minutes. Washer pauses 30 seconds and then spins on slow speed with 1 minute spray rinse. Washer fills with warm water and agitates on slow speed for 4 minutes. Pauses for 30 seconds and then spins on slow speed for 7 minutes.
Delicate: Washer fills with warm water and agitates for 6 minutes on slow speed. Washer pauses for 30 seconds and then spins on slow speed with 1 minute spray rinse. Washer fills with cold water and agitates on slow speed for 4 minutes. washer pauses 30 seconds and then spins for 7 minutes on slow speed.
Rinse only: Washer fills with warm water and agitates on normal speed for 4 minutes. washer pauses for 30 seconds and then spins on normal speed for 7 minutes.
Spin only: Washer spins on normal speed for 7 minutes.
Kelly
My 906 has White, Colored, Brite, and Wool all washing for the same time, which I believe is 10 minutes. The timer does not change its starting position when switching between those six buttons. Wool (I think) alternates between agitation and soaking, like a FabricMatic. Delicate is less wash time, probably 5 or 6 mins.
I had expected the water level to be a single pressure switch with a mechanical linkage to switch between full and half fill. But, the machine appears to have a dual-diaphram pressure switch, with the pressure hose splitting off to connect to each side. The full- or partial-load buttons electrically select which 'half' of the pressure switch is in control.
I had expected the water level to be a single pressure switch with a mechanical linkage to switch between full and half fill. But, the machine appears to have a dual-diaphram pressure switch, with the pressure hose splitting off to connect to each side. The full- or partial-load buttons electrically select which 'half' of the pressure switch is in control.
Full White: All action- normal speed. Hot wash, 10 min, pause 1 min, spin drain 2 min, warm spray rinse 1 min, spin 1 min. Warm rinse, agitate 2 min, pause 1 min, spin 5 min.
Partial White: Same as above but approx. 1/2 full
Full Colored Load: Same as full white cycle but with warm wash and cold rinse.
Partial Colored: Same as Full Colored but with tub 1/2 full.
Bright Colors: Same as Full Colored but with cold wash, cold rinse.
Rinse: Full fill, cold water, 2 min agitate, 5 min spin. Normal speeds.
Spin Dri: 5 min spin, Normal speed.
Perm Press: Full, warm water, 8 min agitate normal speed, pause 1 min. spin drain normal speed 45 sec., fill cold water, pause 1 min, agitate 1 min normal speed, pause 1 min, spin normal speed 2 min, fill cold water, agitate normal speed 1 min, pause 1 min, spin normal speed 3 min.
Delicate: Fill warm water, wash gentle speed 3 min, pause 1 min, spin gentle speed 2 min, cold spray rinse 1 min, spin gentle speed 1 min, fill cold water, agitate gentle speed 2 min, pause 1 min, spin gentle speed 5 min.
Wool: All gentle speed. Cold water fill, agitate 1 min, soak 4 min, agitate 1 min, soak 3 min, agitate 1 min, pause 1 min, spin 2 min, cold spray rinse 1 min, spin 1 min, fill cold water, agitate 2 min, pause 1 min, spin 5 min.
Partial White: Same as above but approx. 1/2 full
Full Colored Load: Same as full white cycle but with warm wash and cold rinse.
Partial Colored: Same as Full Colored but with tub 1/2 full.
Bright Colors: Same as Full Colored but with cold wash, cold rinse.
Rinse: Full fill, cold water, 2 min agitate, 5 min spin. Normal speeds.
Spin Dri: 5 min spin, Normal speed.
Perm Press: Full, warm water, 8 min agitate normal speed, pause 1 min. spin drain normal speed 45 sec., fill cold water, pause 1 min, agitate 1 min normal speed, pause 1 min, spin normal speed 2 min, fill cold water, agitate normal speed 1 min, pause 1 min, spin normal speed 3 min.
Delicate: Fill warm water, wash gentle speed 3 min, pause 1 min, spin gentle speed 2 min, cold spray rinse 1 min, spin gentle speed 1 min, fill cold water, agitate gentle speed 2 min, pause 1 min, spin gentle speed 5 min.
Wool: All gentle speed. Cold water fill, agitate 1 min, soak 4 min, agitate 1 min, soak 3 min, agitate 1 min, pause 1 min, spin 2 min, cold spray rinse 1 min, spin 1 min, fill cold water, agitate 2 min, pause 1 min, spin 5 min.
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