My Maytag 806 Full Cycle Vid / Belt Problem??
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During initial agitation, she agitates REALLY slowly. You can see it pretty well in the video. It takes it about a minute to get up to speed. It doesn't seem to have a problem with the spin cycle. Does it just need new belts?? What do you guys think?
During initial agitation, she agitates REALLY slowly. You can see it pretty well in the video. It takes it about a minute to get up to speed. It doesn't seem to have a problem with the spin cycle. Does it just need new belts?? What do you guys think?
Great machine! I have a similar one. It could need new belts, or new motor glides and springs, or a new pump as the pump bearings stiffen up over time. However your transmission sounds quite noisy, and labored, It's probably time to clean it out and give it a nice fresh batch of Maytag oil. This is a major job but definitely worth it. Good luck with the 806, it really is the best all around washer ever.
Liam
Liam
That groaning sounds like the radial bearing is beginning to go. Cracking the trans open and refilling it with new oil is a very good idea. That oil has probably churned itself to grease by now.
The tub came up to speed as it should and I didn't hear any noise from the spin bearing.
The tub came up to speed as it should and I didn't hear any noise from the spin bearing.
70series
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Yep, that transmission sounds like the one on the A206 I had growing up. It was making that labored sound after about 25 years of use. Yours just needs a tune up. The Tag experts on the board will guide you in accomplishing the job.
Good Luck,
James
Good Luck,
James
Good job on your vid Jed! I'm sure you know have a good feeling for the effort it takes to build a 9 minute movie, then load it up on Youtube ;-)
I think in time a complete rebuild would be good for this machine. New transmission fluid, o-rings, bearings, and a stem/boot seal will ensure this machine would last many more decades. But, until you are ready for that endeavor - check out the motor glide on this unit. I have a feeling that it could use a good cleaning, and new rollers and springs. Make sure you use the lube from Maytag on the glide. I never changed the belts - so I'm sure they are the originals too. I have a feeling this machine sat unused in the basement of the kind lady that I received it from for many years - thus the oil/fluid probably has churned into grease. In the next few weeks I will be scanning in the complete Maytag repair manual on .pdf - so you should be able to use that for reference.
Make sure to grab that injector set!
Ben
I think in time a complete rebuild would be good for this machine. New transmission fluid, o-rings, bearings, and a stem/boot seal will ensure this machine would last many more decades. But, until you are ready for that endeavor - check out the motor glide on this unit. I have a feeling that it could use a good cleaning, and new rollers and springs. Make sure you use the lube from Maytag on the glide. I never changed the belts - so I'm sure they are the originals too. I have a feeling this machine sat unused in the basement of the kind lady that I received it from for many years - thus the oil/fluid probably has churned into grease. In the next few weeks I will be scanning in the complete Maytag repair manual on .pdf - so you should be able to use that for reference.
Make sure to grab that injector set!
Ben
laundryshark
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Thanks for posting these videos. I have collected both with the aid of Online.Movavi.com. I once lived with a roommate. We shared a Maytag in the basement. We had the belt replaced, but the machine tended to operate more sluggishly during the winter months than the summer. Don't know the model, but it was a mid 70s unit. I lived with relatives on a farm who had a similar Maytag washer. Although the laundry room was on first floor, it got chilly in there come wintertime, but the relatives would not warm it up to conserve energy. The laundry area also shared space with the bathroom and shower. What fun getting cleaned up in there! Anyway, the relatives' machine also did a more sluggish routine of agitating in the winter, but ran smoothly in warmer weather. Those Maytag demos you shared reminded me of both machines I once had to deal with. Anybody else have similar instances of weather-related washer performance?--Laundry Shark
Thanks for posting these videos. I have collected both with the aid of Online.Movavi.com. I once lived with a roommate. We shared a Maytag in the basement. We had the belt replaced, but the machine tended to operate more sluggishly during the winter months than the summer. Don't know the model, but it was a mid 70s unit. I lived with relatives on a farm who had a similar Maytag washer. Although the laundry room was on first floor, it got chilly in there come wintertime, but the relatives would not warm it up to conserve energy. The laundry area also shared space with the bathroom and shower. What fun getting cleaned up in there! Anyway, the relatives' machine also did a more sluggish routine of agitating in the winter, but ran smoothly in warmer weather. Those Maytag demos you shared reminded me of both machines I once had to deal with. Anybody else have similar instances of weather-related washer performance?--Laundry Shark
whirlcool
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That's about how fast our 1983 Maytag dependable care washer agitated on regular cycle. It did that from the time we bought it new. The dealer told us it's supposed to go that slow so it is easier on your clothing.
That's why I always called it such a boring machine. It cleaned well enough though.
We replaced it with a 1993 Whirlpool electronic set that we stil l have to this day.
That's why I always called it such a boring machine. It cleaned well enough though.
We replaced it with a 1993 Whirlpool electronic set that we stil l have to this day.
laundromat
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The old oil has more than likely leaked and/or hardend and posibly crystalised.I had one that was doing the same thing and completely overhauled it.I found out so much more about he way it worked The only thing you need to be careful on is when opening up the trans to drain out the oil,don't drop the part you removed!They're made of pig iron and can shatter especialy if they land on a concrete floor!Mine was o.k but another one I worked on at my jobsite did just that.Thank God we had plenty of their old,dependable Helical drive machines out back!After soaking all the gears in cleaning solution and relubing the trans,I placed a new gasket on and resealed it.I also replaced the tub seal and belts.It purred like a cat after that and agitated fine.My cousin,Nancy still has it(A606 with it's matching dryer. Both in coppertone.
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