Maytag Centennial Washer Error Codes and Reset - How to Find & Fix Maytag Centennial Washer Problems

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3 жыл бұрын

This Maytag Centennial Washer Won't Spin - or so a customer said. When we get any of these style washing machines in our store, the first thing we do is plug it in and check for Maytag Centennial Washer error codes to see what is exactly wrong with the machine. This helps us quickly figure out what components could be causing the issues, then fix them.
In this video, we're going to tackle a few issues through diagnostics, and you'll also get the entire Maytag Washer Error Code list, too.
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Some things tackled in this video are:
- Maytag centennial washer problems
- Maytag centennial washer manual
- Maytag centennial commercial technology washer
- Maytag Centennial Washer reset
- Maytag centennial washer not spinning
- Maytag centennial washer error codes
- Maytag centennial washer won't spin
- Maytag centennial washer won't start
- Maytag centennial washer won't drain
- Maytag centennial washer won't spin
- Maytag centennial washer won't start
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@user-kb7eo6cb8w 7 ай бұрын

Having had a 32 year career as technology teacher I appreciate the clarity with which you presented a complex system and allowed time and opportunity to observe and absorb. Thank you for helping so many. Keep up the good work.

@pastordavey7314 2 ай бұрын

Fixed! My washer apparently was stuck in sensing mode, because when I cleared everything back to factory default, presto, it works as it should. I had an appt scheduled for this Monday for a repairman. $95 trip charge, $25 per quarter hour labor, plus part. I was looking at roughly a $175 repair bill. Not anymore thanks to you. Much respect.

@garyl3957 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video !!! Originally I got ripped off by the appliance repair guy from Sears who came over to check the washer . He ran a two minute self disagnoses and said it would cost over $600 for a new control board to repair so it wouldn't be worth fixing and gave me a 10% off coupon to buy a new one at Sears and charged me the $79 diagnoses fee . After watching a few of these videos I found out it was the actuator so I bought a new one for $25 and now the machine works perfect. Sears pulled a total rip off scam to get you to buy a new one. I complained to consumer affairs but they said it's legal to scam and cheat consumers and they really don't so anything down there but collect their government pay.

@StaebAdlex2100 2 жыл бұрын

Using this video to diagnose the problem AND run the recalibration, I fixed my washer! THANK YOU! At first I thought it wasn't spinning. I came to KZfaq and found you "washer not spinning" video. I went into the error codes and found a code that was not in the video. Then I found this video and it was the drain error. I ran the auto test, then the manual test, and the washer spun but did not drain. I found the part on Amazon for $25! It came next day, I installed it, ran the recalibration cycle, and IT WORKS! Thank you so much!

@kellyfrost7258 Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I have watched numerous videos to determine what is wrong with my Maytag and how to fix it myself. While I appreciate all who have shared their knowledge, your videos are by far the most useful in my opinion. Your explanation, screens, and pace are all fantastic. I want to thank you and show some support. Sharing your knowledge and experience is a tremendous help to those of us on our own.

@DP69ner73 2 жыл бұрын

This is what I like is someone who explains even the little things. I didn't even know the manual was inside the washer, kind of silly place to have it. I had already downloaded it and now with this video I hope I can diagnose the problem and fix mine. I had already unscrewed the latch and noticed mine is spinning and starts fast then stops and the high agitator speed doesn't seem to be working. Not sure if it's the capacitor or something else. Sounds like the agitator at 1st also isn't in place or off if that makes sense and I checked the screw and it is in tight real tight and its hard to even unscrew so I can't check to see if spindle is worn if that's even the wording. Thanks again for the tutorial and wish we could nominate videos for awards because this and all of yours deserves one for content.

@lindagarris7861 4 ай бұрын

TY I recalibrated many times & wouldn't start. I can't pull Washer out bc I just had surgery. This morning I prayed and recalibrate and it's washing TY and I pray for you 😊

@MegaBaker123 3 жыл бұрын

Gotta say this video was extremely helpful in getting my neighbors washing machine up and running tonight as he just picked it up earlier as a used unit that was supposed to work but wouldn't do anything when he got it home. Running through the diagnostics and the reset got her back up and running despite my lacking an entire understanding, but if a fumble wins the game I'll take it.. 😉 thanks for this one

@prenard89 24 күн бұрын

I used the access to the fault codes and was able to restore the washer to functioning properly. I didn't have to replace anything, just clear out the Fault codes. We were almost ready to buy a new washer. Thanks

@logre9864 Жыл бұрын

Excellent!!! Thank you so much. We call Maytag repair and we're told there was no reset. You saved us $1k ( which we did not have!) You are my hero today!

@sillyputty4229 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! It's heartening to see young people who know their stuff. Keep up the good work!

@dennissaxton532 3 жыл бұрын

Very good video, was a life saver, I ran the codes, couldn't quite figure them out, ran them again, no codes, is spinning like it should! Wife was hoping for a new washer! Not now!

@allenpamscofield 3 ай бұрын

Much appreciated! Didn't know if my Maytag had a diagnostic mode...but it did. I was able to decipher the error codes and have a mode shifter fault. It's stuck in spin mode and will not agitate. Thanks for the video! You saved me a lot of $$.

@drivesideways6550 Жыл бұрын

You do a Great job with this video! I was able to fix our washer with your shared Knowledge. The only problem I had was getting it out of the "calibration/demo mode" I ended up unplugging the washer and held the on/off button in for a minute, plugged it back in and it worked. With your code diagnostics and viewing a few other videos I was able to make a semi-educated guess at what the problem was. It did turn out to be the actuator. I had thought I received the wrong part through "Sears Parts Direct" and brought the new part to an appliance parts store because it didn't match the part on my washer. I was told the part had been replaced with the black plastic version even though they did not look similar. It was true, and the part I had received did fit and worked. Hope this may help others too.

@LegionPCMR 3 жыл бұрын

Hey man this was very well done thank you so much! Honestly I had no idea a washer was so complex. I've used bits, bytes and nibbles to diagnose giant crazy expensive machines but never knew it was how I was going to get trouble codes from my washer. I know this video will help lots of people and we all thank you for making it. Hope you're staying safe and thanks again!

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

These style machines have some EXTENSIVE features that let you basically test everything and know what's going on to fix them 90% of the time before you actually take a single component apart. Its a little bit.... Complex... To get down, but we deal with these machines at my used appliance shop so much, we just plug them in with electric anymore, and do a pre-screen diagnosis so we can figure out exactly what it needs before it moves down the line for refurbishment, because that 5min test can work out junk that could take a solid hour to figure out by just running the unit.

@user-go3rp3id1p 2 жыл бұрын

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@PattyQSlupe 5 ай бұрын

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@Ghost-xi6js Жыл бұрын

Hands down the best, most descriptive how to video on washing machines. Thank you sir.

@JohnShinn1960 Жыл бұрын

I finally found and stopped at a diagnostic video that is complete. All the others were very vague, incomplete and the narration resembled that of an auctioneer! Thank you! 🤠👍

@Aepek 3 жыл бұрын

Great job explaining this, as it’s NOT an easy thing to do for most homeowners; and even us Techs, can have some “troubles” IMO, as diff companies have diff steps for diag mode, and some still; haven’t updated the codes listing for older/current machines.....making things a bit “annoying” (which means ur in the iPhone with The Company’s Tech Support, &/or you are Googling the diag code number and seeing if get a bit on some site; heck, may even be lucky and the manufacturer has the code in their site😉). So, again, IMO, did a fantastic job explaining diag modes/codes so that most ppl can follow along and understand if you are not a service repair tech👍🏻👍🏻 Cheers✌🏻

@hailey8574 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the help! I was able to trouble shoot without opening up the top portion because of your video! working like a charm with the codes fixed

@marshallwages5035 2 жыл бұрын

These videos are extremely helpful. Thank you for taking the time to do them. They are so easy to follow and understand.

@mikeputerio6853 3 жыл бұрын

It was near the end of the video that you stated something I had never heard nor consider- after changing a part that effects the electrical system, recalibrate/reset the CB. Fantastic. Thank you.

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Its extremely overlooked. The computer board doesn't magically *know* what situation a new component is in. Was the shift actuator in agitate or spin prior to replacement? The lid lock? What wash cycle? So many small things that the system assumes is true/false and it won't be able to conjure the situation until you force the machine to reset.

@tomfelland2727 2 жыл бұрын

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@ellahubele7790 3 жыл бұрын

This was very helpful for me to diagnose, fix, and reset my machine! Thanks for the video!

@connie2558 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, still having problems but did manage to reset. You give very clear instructions.

@jonlilley2832 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your tutorial, Ben! It's a couple days before Christmas (2020!) and I'm having trouble with my washer. Its timing couldn't be better! Sheesh!

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Hope this helps!

@sheacna 2 жыл бұрын

@@bensappliancesandjunk can you help me with my washer?

@ramblereddie Жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this video. With your help I was able to find the manual and troubleshoot a bad drain pump. $30 on Amazon next day I was back up.

@TheAgencyMABU 3 жыл бұрын

This was such a life saver of a video. Our washer just stopped spinning and the agitation seems to be jank but I didn't know what was up. This answered so many questions on how to procede.

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! I am so glad it helped you!

@stevenlueck1862 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are the best, clearest, and most complete repair videos I have found. Really excellent. Only one thing, I have my Maytag drying now as I pulled tub, hub, and cleaned everything before I put in the new hub and put it back together. What I haven't found are any mentions of grease, silicone, etc when putting the tub back over the shaft. Do you recommend any lubricant/seal grease when putting things back together? PS Your video on the recalcitrant agitator was so REAL! This is my 3rd hub replacement and it was rough getting the agitator out. Hammer, dowel, hard steel hooked probes and a WD40 soak finally worked but my wife was already pricing a new machine. (Maytag Bravos - MVWX655DW1, 8 years old. (3 hubs, 1 actuator so far)

@WasherDryerMoney 3 жыл бұрын

Well played. I know this video took you a long time to make. I’ve considered making this video but you have done a much better job than I could have ever done. I bet you are going to see this video take off over the next few months.

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

I did a video similar to this back in January and its my #1 video so far. But it doesn't include all the extras between the manual/auto tests and recalibration... I figured that now, 9 months later, I've learned enough to do a better, more complete video on this, so I took another crack at it. There's still more I can do better at on this, but the views/watch time is better than the last one, so I'll take it. I did the video mainly because I really liked Sears' video on the Kenmore VMW, but it just has how to get it into diagnostic mode, nothing about what all options you have, or the error codes themselves.

@byronvontreal7046 3 жыл бұрын

@@bensappliancesandjunk do you have a way I can contact you? I have some serious questions about mine!!! I have a similar model, just no agitator inside.

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

@@byronvontreal7046 should be on my profile for email

@MichaelRobinson-gz2kj 2 жыл бұрын

@@bensappliancesandjunk This is Maytag MVWC415EW.

@juanaguilar3827 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video homie !! it made it really easy for me to fix my washer 👍🏼👍🏼

@guydickes2177 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help- I needed to locate the manual. The dreaded F3E2 code- replaced the valve and now works great

@hfnwo 2 жыл бұрын

Had no idea the service manual was hidden inside. Instructions in the manual are a bit cryptic so your video helped make sense of the process.

@bobfogarty159 2 жыл бұрын

Well dang! I put it in diagnostics mode and must not have done it right. I started to re-watch video to see what I did wrong AND THE WASHER STARTED UP AND STARTED WORKING AGAIN! THANKS!!!

@bflash77 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks homie. I was able to get back up and running thanks to you. I appreciate your time and effort!

@chuckferraris8489 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the help!! I ended up changing the actuator assembly and now mine works perfect.

@tressasanders7296 Жыл бұрын

I just took a whole class with the nicest teach

@tristagarrett6484 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos have been so helpful for us! We recently discovered our agitator wasn’t working… I had my suspicions months ago but my husband just figured I was complaining just to complain. Turns out… the agitator hasn’t been working since we bought it! The pin wasn’t attached to the proper spot so it was never engaging the agitation! A simple factory problem that wasn’t discovered for over a year! We ran the diagnostic test and then from the other video we got underneath and started examining the parts…. There it was!

@KOLODNY95 2 жыл бұрын

You bought yourself a washing machine from hell. Why didn't you just stick your money down a rat hole?

@randibgood Жыл бұрын

What other video was that, if you do t mind sharing? Thanks!

@philnbeatz8184 2 жыл бұрын

Very good video Sr. Awesome straight to the point and simple explanation!!

@davidterzian4071 3 жыл бұрын

Video was very helpful. Easy and clear instructions. Thanks for all the time you put into this.

@barbm2375 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this!!! I have a lot of error codes, most scary though is the motor fault. I’m no handy woman but I’ll see what I can do on my own 😰

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Motor fault means the motor won't run properly. There are two main things it can be: 1) The motor is bad, or the electricity isn't getting to it. Check the connectors, and test the motor w/ a multimeter. 2) The capacitor that is underneath, near the motor is bad and its not jolting the motor w/ electricity when it needs to, to help it start. Look for physical defects (like something popped on the inside), and test w/ a multimeter. There can be other things, but we had #2 happen on a Motor Fault at my shop a week ago. Stumped my tech and I told him "Just check the cap real fast". 5 minutes later, the machine was running fine because we replaced the $20 capacitor.

@kishanjagessar2047 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, the reset worked for me and my washer is running once again.

@charlie3306 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very informative. I saw my problem listed as you were going over the trouble codes, 'no fill or long fill'. Whether I wash a 1/2 dozen light dress shirts or a weeks worth of permanent press, it fills to same level, the max. Being on well water, not too bad, but if I was paying a city water bill I would need to address the issue immediately, so I haven't tried to resolve as of yet. Other than that, I think it is a good washer. It is not 'sensing correctly' on startup. Tare weight is off I assume, needs a reset back to zero if possible. Hopefully it's an easy fix. I've had the washer since 2011.

@mitcentauri6237 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure if I'll ever have a chance to use this, but it was fascinating to watch.

@InkedDad 3 жыл бұрын

Same

@rlt1287 3 жыл бұрын

I have this same washer. My washer will not work automatically. You have to manually set the knob on what ever setting you desire for it to perform the desired setting. It will not continue to perform a complete wash

@joeyramsey6860 3 жыл бұрын

Best utube illustration video I've evere seen👌bravo!

@ericcharlton311 3 жыл бұрын

Exceptionally thorough instructional video! Thx

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Hope it helped!

@skunkedagain 2 жыл бұрын

Your excellent video was the reason I was able to troubleshoot and replace the gears on my Kenmore. Thank you than you

@Debi-gv3pb 15 күн бұрын

Thank you ☺️ ol' grandma here fixed it with your help

@mejia69210 2 жыл бұрын

My wife said we need a new washer! Me as a auto technician. Shit I'll fix it! Found out it's the motor actuator. I replaced it didn't work🤷‍♂️ I didn't know technology went this far! As in having codes. I recalculated before but didn't clear the codes. By clearing the codes & recalculating it. It started working as it should! Thanks for this video my friend 👌

@spencerbeales8965 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Machine would fill with water then try to run and open the lid . Removed the transmission shift modulator and cleaned the pick-ups on the commutator and on the shift motor. So far so good.

@bryanhobbs7660 Жыл бұрын

Very well done video. Excellent job of explaining things. Thank you so much!

@SkiiDreamr420 2 жыл бұрын

I love you 💕 Thank you so much! My brand new Centennial has been sitting idle too long. Now maybe my man will fix it for me! Thank you

@lisamagnuson6912 Жыл бұрын

Hands down ... best help video EVER!!!

@cowboydup 3 жыл бұрын

thank you, great guide. im really curious what the problem/solution was to that particular washer, since im having the same problem with mine.

@migueltorres8174 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video man. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

@markryder5774 Жыл бұрын

This helped me so much the only thing different is my buttons are yellow and I have an extra cycle. But this saved me a washer service call thanks. 👍

@davidcontreras4363 Жыл бұрын

Bad ass video! Thank you! Very informative…Never knew where to start with these new washers now I do. Thanks again!!

@juanayon8261 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, extremely helpful All i was, was a reset needed but I couldn't figure it out alone...thankg you once again.

@angelicalopez3040 2 жыл бұрын

Hello mine isn’t wanting to turn on how can I reset?

@davidpetrosius1907 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. You saved the day today.

@jerryhart4352 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best explained in detail videos I’ve seen in a long time Thank you

@JSmith-Not-Smythe-Dear 3 жыл бұрын

This was a Great Video to watch.

@fidelbaca7643 2 жыл бұрын

Really helpful! thanks for sharing your knowledge.

@fredericocorrea9814 6 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. You're a godsend. It is very thorough and safety is definitely important

@reynaquirozmendivil4449 8 ай бұрын

My sensing light stays on and the lid lock light blinks.. that’s not under your codes ? :(

@clpbuttercup 8 күн бұрын

Mine too!! Cant find an answer for this 😢

@joelbennett6382 2 жыл бұрын

Best video ever. Had a f 421 e 1 and it was cause the rotor was locked just like it said! Fixed!

@kellynkarr7164 2 жыл бұрын

This video is so helpful. Thank you

@curtismartin6373 5 ай бұрын

Thank you! This worked great to diagnose and repair my shift actuator!!

@teresaborjon7976 Жыл бұрын

Wow this is honestly the best, and most helpful video I’ve ever seen!! Awesome job!

@smileshp Жыл бұрын

This was a huge help! Thank you so much!

@themono7508 Жыл бұрын

Great to find this channel, thanks for the help!👍

@darkuserkain 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video man it was really helpful

@DJSpoe 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this great video

@procarrytrucker4101 3 жыл бұрын

Great information. Thanks for sharing

@markfrancis4376 8 ай бұрын

OK AFTER WATCHING 4 OTHER VIDEOS YOU ARE NO QUESTION THE "MASTER" OF WAHSING MACHINE VIDEOS! THANKS

@chatrkat 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent information Thank you

@calebmonroe777 Жыл бұрын

I used the heck out of this video. I have the exact same one and this was very helpful, especially with all the codes listings etc

@bensappliancesandjunk Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@flyers4life773 2 ай бұрын

Awesome video!! Great job. Awesome information

@vdoniel Жыл бұрын

Hey Ben, I don't have a machine problem at this time. The main reason for my comment is to tell you your videos are great and I hope you have continued success. I just bought a new machine and was trying to research it. Anyway it looks a lot like this one. I'm guessing it's probably the same with a different name. Conservator vaw3584gw. I'm 67 yrs old and give up on finding an old style built to last machine. This one cost me 799.00 delivered. I hope I can make it last. We have laundry for 2 people. Emanuel County GA

@jesseschooler918 11 ай бұрын

This video is so well done and it is SO helpful man! thank you. seriously, this is just the best.

@bensappliancesandjunk 11 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

@scottyjohn Жыл бұрын

This video helped me fix my identical model machine. It needed reset, and it worked fine afterwards.

@scottyjohn Жыл бұрын

Nevermind...it didn't work

@thunderpup10 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ben, iv got the exact washer your showing, im off to the basement to try the code thing ,, thks oh by the way my maytag washer stops after washing clothes, i look in the drum and theres a pile of soaking wet clothes, but if i put the dial on drain and spin it finishes with sudsy water pumping out to the drain. Thks again from Canada. ps. i just noticed theres a rinse and drain also ,,,trying that now.

@JaykoBo 3 жыл бұрын

Thx bro for that excellent info about that damn maytage

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Hope it helped!

@suebeesue7472 Жыл бұрын

Funny I think I watched this one then went back and watched the one you made awhile back. Between the 2 I was able to get my kenmore 400 taken care of. Thank you so much. I really like how you make your videos user friendly

@mvooquendo4244 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your reply. You indicated the following "On the video, you can see how the sequence will flash, and then you can decode it thru all the codes shown on the screen along with their lights." I got that far, but I don't know how to decode. Also, would decoding solve the problem? I was told that it may be the Actuator that needs to be changed. Because it does not complete the fill cycle, but instead it throws the water out.

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Once you get to the part where you can decode the error, rotate the dial to the right / counterclockwise and the errors will begin their flashing sequence. The error will tell you generally why the machine is failing to to something you want it to. From there, you can single out the area that parts may need replaced.

@jsco8692 Жыл бұрын

What a great find. I'm subscribed and thank you!

@sifusonic7965 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you this was very helpful

@leonarddichiara4863 11 ай бұрын

great information, thank you and God bless you!

@charlesdavis9217 3 жыл бұрын

Spectacular video.

@simon-nak8403 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! You saved me about 1000$ !

@twinnionthompson2273 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video my friend, I have a maytag bravos that's just started to give me some problems. I didn't know about the codes and how to read them ,also how to open the top like you showed. I will give this a try and I will look for that manual as well. Thank you for making my life easier.

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

If it has the green oval lights, the codes/ect should be the same. If its a Bravos with a different interface, it'll come apart the same way to find tech manual, but input codes are likely to be different.

@stephendawg1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ben! Very helpful today. Boy, the timing of turning the knob into diagnostics in touchy. Too fast or too slow. Got it though.

@briankatiesmith8565 2 жыл бұрын

Very professional thank you

@DevD750 2 жыл бұрын

Can you a video about removing control board? I had lid lock error. Ohms are supposed to read 85 to 155. Well it reads 177 and the lid locks back and forth on its on.

@tomythreewitt6519 2 жыл бұрын

I agree.....thank you for this!!

@annemariegor2459 2 жыл бұрын

I haven't had my washer long. Maybe 6 months now and the clothes will sometimes get clean but other times the clothes come out still dirty. Any suggestions? I usually wash in the normal mode. Thanks in advance.

@sburnsed798 3 жыл бұрын

How does the agitator come out? Is there something under it that would cause a slip or would it be the belt slipping?

@cbobcbob100 3 жыл бұрын

thanks.....great real-life video.....one of the best....bob

@bensappliancesandjunk 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@bartman2144 2 жыл бұрын

I have this same washing machine and I replaced the "Splutch" and the shift actuator and ever since I did that the spin cycle is very loud, it sounds like it needs to be greased. Is there a place to grease the transmission or drive unit on this machine??