Hi, I have a Maytag Alantis Washer (model: MAV 7580EWW) that fills, agitates, pumps, but DOES NOT SPIN. I have checked the lid switch and water level swith and they are fine continuity wise. I have checked the timer and the proper continuity shows whenever the spin cycle shows on the timer dial. All wiring is in good condition and connected tightly. The belt is in good condition and properly mounted on the motor, pump and tub pullys. I don't know how to check the motor... Can you help me with this NO SPIN problem? s/ Arthur Butler
Does it not spin just in the final cycle or not at all during the wash cycle? Also, does the wash cycle agitate normal?
Regards,Richard
It does not spin in any spin cycle, but it does agitate normally guring the wash cycle.
OK, when it gets to the spin cycle, does it sit there dead or is the motor running and it won't spin?
From the description of your problem the lid switch is okay and the motor is reversing to drain so the timer and motor are most likely okay.
If the only problem is the washer will not spin and the belt is not broken and is turning the main pulley then most likely the problem is with the cam on the pulley or the brake.
If your comfortable and confident in your do-it-yourself abilities there are some things you might check.
In spin as it is draining you can try and turn the spin basket by hand. It should turn freely.
The belt needs to turn the main pulley and if it is to loose it might not turn the pulley to spin the basket.
Turn the pulley counter clockwise and see if the brake will release.
If the brake doesn't release then you will most likely have to change the thrust bearing kit.
I have a service manual for your washer also if you should need it.
Here is a link to my manual for your unit. Look at page 7-4 and 7-5. It shows the thrust bearing and how it works. Please keep me informed with your findings.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/33507267/Maytag%...
The link to your manual you sent via email ends up on a blank page...
I checked the link and it is good. Give it a minute to download. It is in PDF format.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/33507267/Maytag%...
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