Fixing A Maytag Commercial Washer That Is Not Agitating!

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Fixing A Maytag Commercial Washer That Is Not Agitating!

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DuctTape Mechanic

Күн бұрын

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@jrosendaul3245 15 күн бұрын

Another thank you. Had our hub go bad. Lucky to find your video. Just followed step by step and we are up and running again. Thank you again!

@christineg4934 4 ай бұрын

Thankyou for posting this video. We have this same washer and it stopped agitating at only 2 years old. We ordered a new hub on Amazon for $8.99 and fixed it in about 30 minutes. Saved us a $300 repair bill and it was fixed right away.

@DuctTapeMechanic 4 ай бұрын

Awesome! Great job doing it yourself!

@mb-nd8ow 10 ай бұрын

I just found your video a week ago. I have the same model number washer. We notice that our clothes were not getting as clean as before. So, doing some research I found your video. I bypassed the door lock to see the washer in action and saw the same thing that you filmed. Pretty easy job. We had our washer for 6y now and it's a beast, we love it. With a family of four, (2 boys) it really gets a work out. This is the first problem we've had with it. Since the part is plastic, I ordered 2 of them. At $10 a piece I have a spare. If you keep it you will enjoy it. Nothing beat a top-loader with a good agitator. Thank you for posting the video.

@DuctTapeMechanic 10 ай бұрын

That's awesome! Glad you found the video helpful!

@normabrambila437 Ай бұрын

Great video, I have a few suggestions... 1st. Use a paper clip to hold open the tabs and use a thin head screw driver to open the tab ... my model actually has 4 tabs. 2nd a Caliberation needs to be done when the installation is done. 3rd After the calibration a. Diagnostic Test Both programs take about 10 to 15 minutes Let me know if you need further information Im glad to help out Nevertheless its a great video

@DuctTapeMechanic Ай бұрын

Good tips!

@kelliburton964 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! We were able to get our machine up and running in a few short hours… very helpful!

@DuctTapeMechanic 8 ай бұрын

Glad to help!

@HeavyDutyfx 7 ай бұрын

I just replaced my 3rd one on the same washer. I noticed this piece is the same as the non-commercial washers, go figure. Currently looking for a more robust hub. I think I'll clean the threads up on the metal part a little better this time. Overall happy with the washer, this is the only issue ive had.

@DuctTapeMechanic 7 ай бұрын

I recently found out they make metal hubs! I would look into that.

@HeavyDutyfx 7 ай бұрын

@DuctTapeMechanic Update: replaced the part and 2 weeks later I thought it broke again. The belt had slipped off and I found the bolt on the shaft pulley had come loose. It has probably been loose for a long time. If you raise the washer and prop it up, remove the bottom cover, and check the bolt on the pulleys. Hope this helps.

@jimriehle2976 6 ай бұрын

where ? 🙂@@DuctTapeMechanic

@jd2799 5 ай бұрын

Great video! Thank you for your valuable information. I have this washer and it’s a good machine but parts wear out. 👍

@DuctTapeMechanic 5 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@newenglandman2413 11 ай бұрын

I would definitely keep this one for myself. Also, the agitator seems to do a much better job than the newer impellers. I have had a front-load, which did a great job cleaning clothes, an impeller (that cost a LOT of money) that did not clean clothes at all well and now I have opted for an older Maytag with the agitator and am very happy with it. It sacrifices clothes capacity but I prefer my clothes to be clean when the cycle is completed. 🙂

@DuctTapeMechanic 11 ай бұрын

I agree. Agitator is the way to go. I have sat there and watched some of the washers with just the washplate wash cloth and became skeptical of how they would handle really dirty cloth.

@eugenespecht765 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video it is exactly what was wrong with my same washer as the one in your video. One thing I did find when I had it apart was that the splines on the transmission shaft are rusted badly. I'm sure that this is what caused the plastic female splines to be worn away. In my opinion once the male metal splines are crowded the plastic female splines will be gone again in the not to distance future, The sad part is the only way to fix it right is a new shaft and that means a new transmission because it looks like the transmission is not repairable.

@DuctTapeMechanic 5 ай бұрын

Yes, a lot of times, this is caused by the spines of the transmission shaft. They make a metal hub now, but I'm not sure how well that will hold up. It's probably slightly better than the plastic one.

@UnclaimedStorageTreasures 2 ай бұрын

I have that exact type of washer machine. Thank you for the video, I had the same problem.

@courtneybanik5749 Ай бұрын

I watch this video every 6 months to replace that darn part. I love my washer I just hate how this part always goes bad. The part that you say is hard to come out we do have a simple solution… we take the flat head to each tab then shove a butter knife in it. Once you have the 4 knives in it you squeeze them all inward and it pops right off with the other hand. Again thank you for the video and we do watch it every 6 months because I always forget the size bolt.

@DuctTapeMechanic Ай бұрын

It sounds like the spines on your transmission shaft are a bit bent. I have heard that they make a metal version of the hub (perhaps it is something to look at the next time this issue occurs)

@dark_matt3r_ 13 күн бұрын

How do you watch this vid every 6 mos when the vid is only 10 mos old?

@timechild1261 Ай бұрын

Thank you was going crazy with that tab piece. You really have to jam down there to get it out only 1 tab buy jam that putty knife down in there.

@joshuacostello 2 ай бұрын

Very good walkthrough. As soon as I heard the noise it was making, I knew it was the same problem. Does anyone have good or bad reviews of the "upgraded" metal hubs yet?

@rockablocks8632 9 ай бұрын

Do you have the part #

@deltonedmonson2377 4 ай бұрын

I have exactly the same model with the same part replacement I didn't think I would replacing it after six years

@scotthill8358 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so very much! I have this exact same machine with the exact same problem. It is fixed now, thanks to you!

@DuctTapeMechanic 6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Glad I was able to help!

@patcola7335 5 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanicDo you know if Whirlpool upgraded that hub in the new Maytag MVWP586GW ?

@killingsleep 6 ай бұрын

I have the same exact washer. This helped me out a lot. Thank you

@DuctTapeMechanic 6 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@terrycottle112 6 ай бұрын

Thanks this helped fix my washer thanks again

@DuctTapeMechanic 6 ай бұрын

Glad to help!

@ClaireNicole33 7 ай бұрын

Great video!! My brand new Maytag washer isn't washing good and during the wash cycle I can't even hear the agitator swooshing the clothes around. And I still had mud on the bottom of some jeans. How would I know if the agitator is even working at all?

@DuctTapeMechanic 7 ай бұрын

One way to test the agitator is to take the striker off the lid and insert it into the lid lock mechanism (effectively bypassing it). Then, when the washer goes into the wash cycle, you can open the lid and take a look. This should only be done for diagnostic purposes as bypassing the lid lock is a safety issue.

@ClaireNicole33 6 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic So my agitator works lol it just doesn't beat the bleep outta my clothes like my older washer did. So I've been using my hand swooshing the clothes around better while it's washing. Lid lock is never going back on lol I like to see whats going on in there 😂 Thank you so much for your help!🧡

@rickeykeeton4770 11 ай бұрын

It is my understanding you can get metal hubs now.

@DuctTapeMechanic 11 ай бұрын

Yes, however I have not tried them yet. Perhaps next time

@jilliebean3559 9 ай бұрын

Could you do a video with how to retrieve a lost item from this washer please? I lost an earring in the small holes in the bottom

@jasonwatson4030 2 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for this video.

@DuctTapeMechanic 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@rcfred_689 Ай бұрын

Hi This is exactly what was wrong with my machine - which is identical to the one in the video. Did you have to "recalibrate" the machine after installation?? Where do you get the replacement part? Thank you for the great video!

@DuctTapeMechanic Ай бұрын

Yes, it is a good idea to recalibrate afterward (can't really hurt anything). I just by the basket drive hubs from Amazon, it is the same part for whirlpool/kenmore/maytag

@rodneybrand8521 11 ай бұрын

It's a keeper..

@MissCoupons 3 ай бұрын

Hello. Your videos are very helpful and easy to understand which I appreciate greatly. Your video is the only video I’ve came across that actually shows the problem that mine is showing. I have a Kenmore 80s series. It’s doing the exact thing here in the video minus the buzzing/humming sound. I have pulled agitator out and replaced the dogs because I’ve seen where people said that could’ve been the problem but it’s not. I watched the video you said that covers it for a Kenmore but mine doesn’t have a basket drive hub under the bottom half of the agitator so I’m at a loss for what to do, can you explain where this would be on the Kenmore version?

@DuctTapeMechanic 3 ай бұрын

Hi. Is your kenmore 80 series washer not agitating at all but spinning ok? Just trying to get a better idea of what's going on

@MissCoupons 3 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic Yes sir, exactly. It’s like the agitator won’t spin forward clockwise enough to catch and then spin again like it’s supposed to. It only spins half an inch back and forth, but stays doing that in the same place it starts so it’s not really spinning at all and there’s absolutely no actual agitation happening. It’ll do it if I do it manually with my hand so that’s how I know it does catch and does not spin counterclockwise. The actual barrel of the washing machine spins perfectly fine when it gets to the spin part of the cycle and isn’t off balanced or anything. I tipped it over and I don’t see any frayed pieces of belt so I don’t think it’s the belt. Only thing I think it could be that I’ve come across watching in videos is the coupler and that doesn’t seem to be broken either from getting under there and looking at it/spinning it. Any ideas as to what you think it is greatly appreciated! 🙏🏼

@dallasohsner4447 Ай бұрын

Order the new hub but still not noticing a difference and still hearing the clicking noise…any other suggestions?

@brittneypearson4191 4 ай бұрын

I replaced the hub (which was absolutely distroyed) but it only agitates one way and not the other. I saw a video that it might be the capacitor under the machine? Do you think i should try that? Also it spins fine on Spin mode.

@DuctTapeMechanic 4 ай бұрын

I would suspect that your agitator dogs are worn out. They are really cheap and easy to replace. I'm glad the video was helpful in fixing your issue.

@TOY35MPG 2 күн бұрын

Hi there. I have the same washer. Mine is squeaking when agitating and it’s not spinning on rinse. Any idea what it might be? Bought new in December 2021. Gets used daily.

@TOY35MPG 2 күн бұрын

Ok. I just found out that it is no longer agitating at all, which is why it’s not spinning. So went from a squeaky sound when agitating to no more agitating. I can here the transmission turning so I am going to guess it probably needs a belt.

@irsa-mm3ic 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much your videos help a lot. Just a little advice I hope you don't find this offensive but I feel that if you could get a little more to the point it will make it easier for the people that are using your video as guidance to fix their washer. Again sorry if this seems a little offensive not my intentions whatsoever.

@DuctTapeMechanic 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@josspadilla6093 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for you help

@DuctTapeMechanic 2 ай бұрын

Happy to help

@josspadilla6093 2 ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic just I can make the thing agitated well looks the first screw loosing some tightness still make some sound 🫣🫣

@jamesharrington9207 Ай бұрын

My plastic hub keeps stripping out... Replaced twice within a few months. DO you think there is an underlying issue present? Maybe with the drive gearcase?

@DuctTapeMechanic Ай бұрын

Yes, the spines on the gearcase are worn/bent. Transmission needs to be replaced

@jamesharrington9207 Ай бұрын

@@DuctTapeMechanic is there a metal upgraded hub kit that works? If so would you consider doing a video on it

@prodigyxl 25 күн бұрын

C'mon Maytag !!! Make this part in metal !

@DuctTapeMechanic 25 күн бұрын

Seriously! At least on the "commercial" grade one...

@TheChensoccer 6 ай бұрын

Can you please share the part number or some info of the part replaced? Plastic and the metal one. Please

@SusanFigiel-ne8jo 4 ай бұрын

Maytag Commercial Washer-My Washer is making a loud noise while spinning. I think I pulled the agitator up when I was cleaning the softener compartment that caused the issue. Any suggestions on fixing it?

@DuctTapeMechanic 4 ай бұрын

Is it a loud grinding noise?

@warrenbeeming8637 11 ай бұрын

Hi, I have a washing machine that's not working properly. The middle mechanism is moving slightly clockwise and anti clockwise but the drum isn't turning. Can u pls suggest a solution. It's a whirlpool.

@DuctTapeMechanic 11 ай бұрын

Sounds like an issue with the basket drive hub

@dark_matt3r_ 13 күн бұрын

Step 1. *_haul it off and get a speed queen tc5_*

@jimriehle2976 6 ай бұрын

Do you have a website you prefer to order from?

@DuctTapeMechanic 6 ай бұрын

I honestly use Amazon alot

@jenniferfernandez1816 3 ай бұрын

Were can I get the hub?

@DuctTapeMechanic 3 ай бұрын

Amazon

@johncarter-sn4pj 2 ай бұрын

2021 maytag commercial washer fills with waterafter full with water it wont shift to next cycle

@DuctTapeMechanic 2 ай бұрын

Most likely, the shift actuator is bad. On this one, make sure you order the exact same part number

@AndrewStuebs 4 ай бұрын

Do you have the part number for the hub?

@DuctTapeMechanic 4 ай бұрын

Just search maytag washer tub drive hub on Amazon. They are a the same

@SusanFigiel-ne8jo 4 ай бұрын

No so much grinding as it is loud

@michaeldarty237 2 ай бұрын

Part number please.

@DuctTapeMechanic 2 ай бұрын

The best thing to do is search Whirlpool washer drive hub on Amazon. It's the same part for all models (maytag, whirlpool, and kenmore)

@patcola7335 5 ай бұрын

I have the newer version of this machine and that is certainly not good to hear. That's a shame because this new hub is just going to wear out also. Whirlpool should be ashamed of themselves. Touting this as commercial when it's anything but.

@DuctTapeMechanic 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely true!

@patcola7335 5 ай бұрын

Is it a metal base directly under that agitator or is the WHOLE bottom plastic?Thanks.@@DuctTapeMechanic

@dylanclay2741 5 ай бұрын

@@patcola7335this is why I stick with speed queen. Ever since whirlpool bought Maytag they have been junk