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Maytag Performa spin cycle does not work
by: craig   on: Wednesday, March 24 2010 at 17:22:51 EDT

I have a Maytag Performa washing machine, model # PAV3240AWW.
All the cycles work except the "Spin" cycle. The belt is still in place and the water drain pu..


by: craig   on: Wednesday, March 24 2010 at 18:13:10 CDT

I have a Maytag Performa washing machine, model # PAV3240AWW.
All the cycles work except the "Spin" cycle. The belt is still in place and the water drain pump works. I have no manual or schematic to look at.
flipped the washer. Belt (single one) is in place and can make it move mannual. One direction and the water drain pump works. The drain pump works in automatic as well.


by: Mark   on: Wednesday, March 24 2010 at 18:59:41 CDT

If it will not spin then the thrust bearing is the most likely problem, this part comes with installation instructions with it, this is part number 12002213, You can order the parts you need from the following places: http://www.Apwagner.com http://www.Repairclinic.com or http://www.Partstore.com
all of these places offer easy returns and reasonable prices for thier items.



by: craig   on: Wednesday, March 24 2010 at 19:54:44 CDT

I'm not sure I understand. All three pulley wheels turn when the belt is moved. Does the thrust bearing engage when the spin cycle selected by the washer and if it is worn or broken it won't engage and the washer can't spin?


by: Mark   on: Wednesday, March 24 2010 at 20:25:45 CDT

Yes when it goes into spin cycle it lifts the gearcase off the brake and allows it to spin, this is what the thrust bearing does for the unit.


by: Isaias   on: Tuesday, August 31 2010 at 20:37:41 CDT

My machine does the same but the three pulleys work when i set it at spin cycle. Everything spins... my only problem is that the tub inside the washing machine won't spin there for my clothes remain very damp. Can anyone help with this?


by: Angela   on: Friday, October 22 2010 at 13:00:11 CDT

I also have a Maytag where the Spin cycle does Not Spin, the machine runs, but will Not Spin. Is this a Minor problem that can be fixed?


by: John Asbury   on: Thursday, December 9 2010 at 12:54:10 CDT

I have a Maytag Performa, when it agitates it make a real steady LOAD noise. It works great but the noise is loud loud...a buddy told me maybe the gear in the transmission.. ?


by: cvbs   on: Friday, December 31 2010 at 21:57:52 CDT

I have a machine that leaves towels wet after going through the spin cycle. I have to run it back through for the second time. I have lifted the lid and put a pencil onto the switch and the spin seems to be fine. It starts off slow as norm and then works to full speed w/o delay. I am stumped???? any suggestions??? Thanks in advance for all the help


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