My Maytag washer squeels on spin. This happens off and on. What should I look at as the most likely culprets and how hard is it to work on this unit?
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My Maytag washer squeels on spin. This happens off and on. What should I look at as the most likely culprets and how hard is it to work on this unit?
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Bridgewater,
Any other noises when it’s washing or spinning ?
When does the noise occur, start, middle, end of the spin cycle ?
Hopefully, it’s as simple as a worn belt and or Idler pulley.
[part]AP4035118[/part]
[part]AP4048267[/part]
And not a bad tub bearing, spin bearing or brake rotor.
[part]AP4261193[/part]
[part]AP4047999[/part]
[part]AP4253879[/part]
These are rather involved repairs, but doable.
You should be able to remove the lower front access panel, and isolate the noise location, we’d have a better idea what to expect, investigate.
Good Luck,
Thank you very much for your help. I removed the bottom front panel of the washer while running & noticed that the Idler pulley would spin off & on making 2 noises. It would take a while but when the Idler pully stopped I would hear a high pitched squeal. I also noticed that the back of the Belt was worn smooth from friction on the stationary Idler pulley. When the Idler pulley wheel would randomly spin again it would make an intermittent chirp. I assume that I should replace both the Idler pulley wheel and the belt.
While looking I also noticed that the Idler pulley wheel was not directly in line with the Spin pulley & Motor pulley. The Belt rides low on the Idler pulley.
1- Do I remove the whole motor/Pump assembly to replace the 2 parts?
2- Should I try to align the new Idler pulley?
Much thanks again for your Help.
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Thank you very much for your help. I removed the bottom front panel of the washer while running & noticed that the Idler pulley would spin off & on making 2 noises. It would take a while but when the Idler pully stopped I would hear a high pitched squeal. I also noticed that the back of the Belt was worn smooth from friction on the stationary Idler pulley. When the Idler pulley wheel would randomly spin again it would make an intermittent chirp. I assume that I should replace both the Idler pulley wheel and the belt.
While looking I also noticed that the Idler pulley wheel was not directly in line with the Spin pulley & Motor pulley. The Belt rides low on the Idler pulley.
1- Do I remove the whole motor/Pump assembly to replace the 2 parts?
2- Should I try to align the new Idler pulley?
Much thanks again for your Help.
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Bridgewater,
That’s what I was thinking / hoping .
Here’s excerpts from the service manual, that should help you.
Besides the parts I mentioned in the previous post(belt, idler pulley) also order the idler assembly spring, I think you’ll be happier in the long run.
[part]AP4047318[/part]
[LEFT]Motor Disassembly
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]1. Remove nuts, steel washers, spacers and rubber[/SIZE][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2]mounts securing motor to mounting bracket[/SIZE]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]2. Lift motor off mounting bracket and remove[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]remaining rubber mounts and steel washers from[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]motor mounting studs.[/SIZE][/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]NOTE:
[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]When installing motor on mounting bracket,[/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]
[LEFT][SIZE=2]position motor with switch facing toward left side[/SIZE][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2]of mounting bracket[/SIZE]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]NOTE: [/LEFT]
[/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]When assembling motor to motor bracket, it is[/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]
[LEFT][SIZE=2]extremely important to make sure the motor is[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]centered on isolator pads and all fasteners are[/SIZE][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2]evenly torqued.[/SIZE]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial]Pump and Belt Removal[/FONT][/SIZE][FONT=Arial]
[SIZE=2][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]1. Remove motor, see “Motor and Mounting Bracket”[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]procedure.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]2. Remove screws securing pump assembly to motor.[/SIZE]
[/SIZE][/FONT]Reassembly of Pump and Belt
[FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]NOTE: [/LEFT]
[/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]Install pump and belt together. Drive belt MUST[/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]
[LEFT][SIZE=2]be replaced with belt No. 40053602 for one and[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]two speed models; or 40053601 for some two[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]speed models and three speed models (special[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]clutch-type belt) for proper washer operation.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]Refer to Parts Manual for proper belt part[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]number.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]1. Remove any corrosion or foreign material from motor[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]shaft.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]2. Apply a thin film of No. 03637P lubricant to the end[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]and sides of motor shaft.[/SIZE]
[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]NOTE: [/LEFT]
[/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]This lubricant helps keep moisture out of the[/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]
[LEFT][SIZE=2]hub area and prevents corrosion.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]3. Align belt on motor pulley and tension pulley as[/SIZE][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2]illustrated.[/SIZE]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]4. Align pump impeller hub with motor shaft. Verify belt[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]encircles rear pump leg. Slide pump onto motor[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]shaft until legs touch the embosses on the motor[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]housing before securing.[/SIZE]
[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]NOTE: [/LEFT]
[/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]Tighten screws to 35 inch-pounds maximum.[/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]
[LEFT][SIZE=2]DO NOT overtighten screws![/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]5. Install motor and pump assembly into washer, see[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]“Motor and Mounting Bracket” procedure.[/SIZE]
[/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]NOTE: [/LEFT]
[/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]After installing motor and pump assembly in the[/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]
[LEFT][SIZE=2]washer and all hoses have been secured, along[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]with reconnecting idler spring. Add at least one[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]quart of water to washtub to lubricate pump[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]seals. Running a pump without water will[/SIZE][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2]damage the seals[/SIZE]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/FONT][/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT]
[LEFT]Idler Lever and Pulley
[SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]1. Remove motor, see “Motor and Mounting Bracket”[/SIZE][/LEFT]
[SIZE=2]procedure.[/SIZE]
[LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]NOTE: [/LEFT]
[/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]Lay motor on its side. Observe belt[/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]
[LEFT][SIZE=2]configuration around rear pump leg. Belt [/SIZE][/LEFT]
[/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]MUST[/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]
[LEFT][/SIZE][/FONT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]encircle rear pump leg when reassembling.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]2. Remove nut, washer, and bolt securing idler lever[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]and pulley to motor mounting bracket.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]3. Apply a light film of No. 03637P Lubricant to area of[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]idler lever that makes contact with motor mounting[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]bracket.[/SIZE][/LEFT]
[LEFT][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]NOTE: DO NOT OVER LUBRICATE! [/LEFT]
[/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT][LEFT][SIZE=2][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]Excess lubricant[/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][FONT=Arial][SIZE=2]
[LEFT][SIZE=2]can be thrown into pivot dome area during[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]normal washer operation. Any lubricant on the[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]pivot dome, base or friction ring will affect[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]washer operation.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=2]4. Reverse procedure to reassemble.[/SIZE][/LEFT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/FONT][/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT]
[/SIZE][/FONT][/SIZE][/FONT]
[/FONT][/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT][/FONT][/SIZE][/SIZE][/FONT]
[/LEFT]