How to fix a Maytag washing machine

The chart above depicts the astronomical growth in the use of washing machines around the world. In addition, the chart shows the market potential of washing machines in years to come.

Maytag is known as an affordable and reliable manufacturer, their washer and dryer models offer incredible value at moderate retail prices. Apart from their mouth-watering discounts, Maytag washers are backed by a 10-year limited parts warranty, a guarantee that shows their dedication to building products that stand the test of time. repairing Maytag washer

However, the topic of repairing the Maytag washer may come up. Despite this sterling reputation of the Maytag brand, they aren’t immune to regular wear, tear and damage. Hence, it is not only necessary to carry out routine checks on the machine. It is also important to troubleshoot in order to discover what part of the machine could be lacking and needs attention.

Troubleshooting Maytag’s Bravos washers and Repairs

Maytag is a well-known name brand of washers and dryers that have been around for more than 100 years now. The Maytag brand has remained a top seller since 1907 when it first introduced its washers into the market. It maintained this status even after 2006 when it was acquired by Whirlpool. The Maytag brand has sustained its prominence because of its state-of-the-art and highly efficient washing machines. Despite these good remarks, a Maytag washer just like any other machine will experience some moments of ‘fatigue’, since a clothes washer is one of the most often used appliances in a home. Hence there will most likely come a time when fixing or repairing it is necessary. These troubleshooting solutions can help keep your Maytag Bravos washer working smoothly and might also save the cost of engaging professional hands for repair.

Maytag Bravos washer not moving smoothly to the next cycle

When you notice that your washing machine does not smoothly transition from the wash cycle to the next, which is usually the rinse cycle, it is important to have it checked. This problem may be with the locking lid switch. If the door lock switch does not engage fully, the washer will not move into the high spin mode.

In order to solve this problem, you may have to properly clean the Lid Switch or replace it if it appears to be damaged. To clean the lid switch, begin by thoroughly wiping the contact points on the lid switch and clean also, the body of the washer with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol to remove any dirt and lint build-up.

However, if the lid is broken or damaged, you may have to replace the lid switch. Door switches are inexpensive parts and easy to replace. If you need a user or repair manual, you can find it here

When you find excess Lint on your Bravos washer

Lint is maytag washing machine problem. Lint is the common name for visible accumulations of textile fibers and other materials, usually found on and around clothing. In most cases, we find lint on our clothes after the rinse and spin cycle. This is due to the fact that the wringing action that occurs in the spinning process causes fabrics to break slightly and attach to the closest clothes in the drum. A natural way to prevent lint, human hair, and pet hair from latching on to our clothes is to add one cup of distilled vinegar to the rinse cycle to help your fibers relax and release attached lint and hair. The Vinegar can be added to the fabric softener for easy distribution but when you do this, do not add additional fabric softener.

An alternative method to the above would be a thorough cleaning of the washer itself. This may be a complicated task itself as lint filters are now built inside modern washing machines. Lint filters in some old-fashioned washers are severable, hence, you only need to eject it for cleaning but this process is quite more complicated now with them totally in-built. However, the solution is to Firstly Clean the washer thoroughly.

You would have prevented lint and hair from latching onto your fabrics if you clean your washer thoroughly and regularly. This cleaning is necessary because some washers like high-efficiency top-loaders that use very little water may find it difficult to get rid of lint, due to little water for rinsing.

You can also eradicate lint by using Washer properly. The presence of lint is inevitable if you constantly overload your High Efficiency and Front-load washing machines. Overloading produces lint residue that latches on to your fabrics. Also, excessive use of High-Efficiency detergent could make your clothes pretty sticky even after rinsing. These sticky fabrics are a safe ‘lifeline’ for lint.

Excessive lint on clothes after washing may also indicate that the water pump filter is clogged. When that occurs, wash and rinse water with all that suspended lint drains too slowly and leaves deposits on wet clothes.

To clean the pump filter, follow the directions in your washer manual to access the water pump. You may find lots of lint, coins, buttons, or even a sock that is causing a slow drain and leaving lint on your clothes.

Problem With Maytag Bravos Fabric Softener Dispenser

When your Fabric softener dispenser is faulty, it will leave gooey residue in the dispenser cup. This problem is usually a consequence of a clogged dispenser. To solve this problem, the first thing to do is to Clean the Dispenser. To Clean the Dispenser, soak the dispenser in Hot water for at least 30 minutes and scrub all its little openings with a bristled brush.

If the Dispenser is not detachable, you can clean it using distilled white vinegar. Heat the Vinegar till it is hot but not boiling. When the vinegar is hot enough dip a bristled brush in it and use it to scrub the dispenser thoroughly. You can also fill the dispenser with that warm white vinegar after washing and let the hot washer run through a hot wash cycle.

It is also important to use the right amount of fabric softener when you wash. Give the fabric softener a good shake before use to change its thickened state and finally mix it up with water before use. 50 percent fabric softener and 50 percent water would be a perfect solution for your wash.

If dispensers will not work properly, it is important to also check the water flow valve. Through the water flow valve, check the Water Flow Valve, detergent, bleach, and fabric softener are dispensed at the proper time in the laundry cycle by a burst of water that flushes out the dispenser cup. The water lines could be kinked or clogged with residue. It is also possible that the solenoid that controls water flow is not functioning correctly. To help you check the solenoid, water lines, and remove the unit for cleaning, consult the user/repair manual.

Fixing a Noisy Maytag Washer

A gentle humming sound from a working machine is nothing out of the ordinary. Sounds a degree more intense is fine still depending on the device in question. Some mechanical operations require movements, gliding, and sometimes grinding. In this case, one will not expect friction to take its course, producing some noise, whether pleasant or unsuitable. Washing machines just like every other mechanically functioning device make sounds when they are washing. The sound they make is even more intense when they are spinning and this is due to the greater force applied to this process.

However, when a machine sound becomes unmistakenly excessive, we know this and we know that it is a consequence of a faulty operation within the machine in question. When situations like this are discovered in a washing machine, it is expedient to attend to such fault with utmost urgency, otherwise, that fault will only be a catalyst to bigger ones. Thus, the earlier the fault is handled, the better. Putting this into perspective, bad sound from a machine is a blessing in disquise because most times, it is a warning against some future disaster.

In order to run a diagnosis for detection. How to fix a Maytag washing machine of what fault or wrong a fault indicates, it is necessary to first pay attention to the sound being produced and identify what sound it is. This task can be tricky and easy at the same time. Below are some sounds your washing machines make and what they could mean

Clicking or Small Metallic noises

Clicking sounds are inevitable in some washers because many washers make clicking noises while they are lockin in place, at the beginning of a cycle. Most times, this sound brings us the satisfaction that our washer door is properly locked. However metallic noises may be signaling to you that metallic items on clothing like buckles or/and zippers are present and touching against each other in the washers’ steal basket, hence you need to understand what you need to put and not put in your washing machine. While a moderate amount of this sound is okay for the washer as envisaged by its manufacturers. Excessive metallic sounds can mean that you have left some metallic objects like coins in the pockets of your clothes. Hence, this situation serves as a warning for you to empty your pockets before getting your clothes in the washer in subsequent occasions, as a contrary practice may require a service call

Humming and Guggling

As previously stated, a regular humming sound is not a distress call. It is natural to the operation of a machine. However, when it is excessive it could mean a fault, thus, it is necessary to pay attention to this.

The guggling sound made by a washer is also necessary as water is drained from the machine. This draining process may require water to forcibly escape through the drainpipe, hence making a guggling sound. However, when there is an obstruction in the drainpipe, the sound changes, and though the sound, a blocked or clogged pipe can be detected

Rattling or Vibration

Your washing machine vibrates when it spins. However, this vibration is not felt or heard until you either touch the machine or place it on a surface. Both acts of touching and placing on a flat surface are necessary for the proper functioning of the machine. Hence a washing machine produces excessive noise from vibration almost certainly because it is off balance or unlevel. An uneven resting surface of a washer will automatically cause an uneven distribution of pressure applied to that surface causing excessive vibration and noise. Hence, it is important to learn how to keep your washer from vibrating excessively.

An imbalanced load can also cause excessive vibration. Hence, when you load your washing machine, it is important to ensure that the load is closely packed together.  If you’re washing a single large item like a rug or comforter, try to balance the load with another large item. If you think the floor your washer sits on might be unlevel, read our guide on  how to level a washer

Clunking and Grinding

A certain amount of clunking is necessary when a washer is working. The Clunking and thumping sound a washing machine makes usually comes when the washing machine is switching system devices from agitator to full spin. The motor movement that enables this switch makes such sound inevitable. However, when it becomes excessive in the form of a violent metallic sound, a professional may have to attend to the washer.

Washing Machine is Leaking

Whether it is a front or top load washing machine, water is expected to be trapped in the washer while it runs its wash or rinses cycle. But if you’re noticing some water appearing on the floor, it may be a simple fix. Try cleaning the door seal, tightening hose connections, and cleaning the drain pump filter

Is your Front-load Maytag washer dripping from the door?

When your washer leaks from the door, this is most likely a problem with the door seal. The fix for this may be as simple as wiping clean, the door seal but if the problem persists even after getting the seal cleaned, it may be that an object has lodged under the door seal. When this happens, gently pull out the seal and dislodge the foreign object. But if discovered that the seal has been ruptured or even perforated, it has to be replaced. If you don’t know how to disassemble a Maytag washing machine, you may need to contact a professional

Also, oversudding prevents your locker from locking perfectly. Oversudding is usually caused by a detergent foam deposit on the door seal. Hence, If you see soap bubbles on the door after a cycle, try using less detergent to prevent oversudsing. Switching to High Efficiency (HE) detergent can also help cut down on suds.

Make sure all the hoses are securely attached

Make sure all drain hoses are securely attached to the washer to avoid leaks. Inspect the rubber washers on the fill hoses to make sure they’re fully in place and not damaged or missing.

FAQs

How do I make my Maytag washing machine quieter?

You can start first by ensuring that it is properly fastened to its resting surface. When washing is not properly balanced, it may produce excessive vibration. Also, check to make sure the load within the machine is properly arranged

How do I clean my Maytag washer door?

Excessive use of detergent may cause the foam to appear on the door or seal of the washer drum. It is necessary to wipe it out with a damp towel dipped in chlorine bleach. You may also remove the door seal and thoroughly wipe it out too.

How do I know it is time to change my Maytag washer?

The average longevity of a washing machine is 10 years if not notoriously used. Some washing machines may even last longer with proper maintenance. However, when you discover incessant faults or irreparable faults with your washer, it may be too old already and needs to be changed