If your Maytag washer isn’t agitating or draining, the motor that powers these steps may be broken. This is the drive motor, which powers the transmission and the drain pump. To replace the part, order a replacement drive motor (part #12002351 for most Maytag models) and follow these steps. 1. Unplug the washer. While you remove the old drive motor …
When your washer’s motor isn’t working, it can be difficult to isolate the cause. Anything from a part that enables the agitation motion to the motor itself could be at fault. If your washer has a computer, it can quickly point out if the motor stator needs to be replaced. This part carries the electrical current near the motor. If …
If you have been keeping an eye on the news recently, you may have heard about a problem with certain models of Samsung top-loading washers losing their tops. It is also possible you have heard these machines are being recalled. But what is going on with these machines? Which ones are affected? How do I know if my machine is …
