Maytag A712 Is Dying

[scrubflex]

The wash or rinse cycles are not agitating. The washbasket is spinning instead without draining. The spin drain cycles hesitate at the start to slow spins then pick up speed. The tub no longer locks in place during the wash. The spins are coasting to complete stops.

 

[qsd-dan]

Check the stop lug, screw, and washer. Something down there may have loosened up or broke.

 

Also, verify the motor pulley isn't slipping by twisting the pump/transmission pulleys in opposite directions.

[this post was last edited: 11/30/2021-21:47]

 

[scrubflex]

Thanks Dan, here are pics of what the tip of the transmission end...the stop lug...washer and screw look like. If I can repair it tonight I will.

 

[qsd-dan]

Was the stop, washer, and screw all in place and properly adjusted? They look pretty rusted up. Make sure to apply some grease on these parts and a little inside the rubber cap before reinstalling it.

 

[scrubflex]

They all were in place...had to pry everything loose...not a struggle...all seemly was in place but, I could turn and spin the transmission (washtub) both ways

 

[scrubflex]

Also, Dan is it possible to get two different agitators permanently attached together? If so, do you have any idea where to go? I have an idea

 

[scrubflex]

And, the washer and screw are stuck together

 

[scrubflex]

Hey Dan the transmission pulley is rusted to the lower drive shaft...cannot remove trans pulley

 

[qsd-dan]

Stuck washer and screw shouldn't be a problem. The transmission pulley spins counterclockwise off of the lower helical shaft. There maybe some corrosion hanging things up. You can try spraying penetrating oil around that area and letting it soak overnight.

 

[scrubflex]

Will do...Thank you...what about (is it possible to get two different agitators permanently attached together? If so, do you have any idea where to go?)

 

[qsd-dan]

Are you trying to attach the bottom skirts together?

 

[scrubflex]

Actually, I'd like to attach an upper agitator column to a lower agitator skirt. If it can be done, I'll create something that should have been done.

 

[qsd-dan]

Are you using this as a display or trying to adapt for use in a washer?

 

[scrubflex]

To adapt for use in a washer

 

[scrubflex]

The rust refuses to release the helical drive shaft, Dan. It's been two days since using the oil.

 

[qsd-dan]

Get someone hold the agitator from moving and force the pulley off counterclockwise.

 

[scrubflex]

Alrighty...what do you say about the agitator? Is it possible?...how soon can I get made?

 

[scrubflex]

Unfortunately, the rust in the transmission pulley is refusing to release the drive shaft...although, saturated with 3 different penetrating spray oils

 

[robbinsandmyers]

Have you tried Kroil? Its the best stuff on the planet to loosen frozen parts. Also try taking a small wooden block and tapping one of the spokes of the pulley with a hammer to spin it off the shaft

 

[scrubflex]

Thanks robbinsandmyers, I will try it

 

[scrubflex]

The latest...transmission is leaking oil now...lying on the washer's back...holding the agitator and turning the pulley counter-clockwise after spray/soaking with 3 different rust penetrating oils...after 2 days...not successful

 

[combo52]

Stuck Main Drive Pulley On A MT Washer

Hi Harry, what on earth happened to this washer that allowed the main drive pulley to get so corroded etc.

 

It looks like the machine sat in 4-6" of water for an extended time for this type of damage to happen.

 

The shaft and pulley are greased when assembled and I have never seen one that was even slightly dry let alone rusted together, what is the condition of the rest of this washer?

 

John  

 

[scrubflex]

I know John!!! Absolutely baffled...the only thing I can think of is water had to splash and spill over into the drive shaft as it spin. After the rebuild, all parts needed to be greased were...I'm thinking spin or splash spillage...The rest of the machine is fine...I just don't know...this is my best "guestimation" I think she's a gonna!!!

 

[scrubflex]

Any ideas how it could have been water corroded, John, Dan or...?

 

[scrubflex]

Okay, finally was able to remove the transmission pulley rusted to the helical shaft. Sprayed rust penetration down the 'water deflector' to reach into the corrosion. Not quite sure what happened, there are rust spots all over the lower end of the transmission, the radial bearing is thoroughly rusted. Check out the brake and the helical. Not sure about the tub bearing seal. Experts, any ideas on how water was able to seep down and cause this?

 

[combo52]

Rusted Brake Release Bearing

This type of damage is a little unusual but something must be leaking from above,

 

The rusted bearing is not the radial bearing, this is a sealed ball bearing right above and set into the brake package, this bearing may also be damaged. 

 

Try lubricating the release bearing and put every thing back together if the release bearing turns and is not too rough. If the washer works but roars at full spin speed you will likely need to replace the radial bearing and you may need to replace both.

 

You should watch carefully for leaks when you use this machine for a while.

 

John L.

 

[scrubflex]

The tub bearing seal is new from the rebuilt...Here's a closer view John

 

[scrubflex]

The Radial Ball Bearing is not as damaged as I thought...it's rusty inside

 

[scrubflex]

The Brake Rotor Bearing is terribly corroded...I'm going to replace it...as soon as I find one to buy...anyone has any to sell?

 

[scrubflex]

The transmission spline and helical shaft are rusted...what is the best thing to use for the rusting? Is it necessary to replace the brake package?