Maytag Washing Machine - How to Test Individual Parts (2010 - 2021 models) 

Glad it was helpful! I didn't realize I failed to make a video for these Maytags. Also, this is one video of two. Metal hub and a secret new item is next!

Its the Konami Code for washers!

Exactly what I was thinking lmao Helldivers 2

I would kindly ask the rep what parts are better on the MVW4505MW. Almost every single one of those VMWs is the same underneath with VERY minor changes, but radically different prices. Actually since you sent the $2, here's your answer: Agitator: Maytag is better (the W10680220 isnt great, but the plate itself is better) Gearcase: Can't notice a difference as far as I can tell. Motor: Amana is 1/4hp, Maytag is 1/3hp

@@bensappliancesandjunk So, based on that, the Maytag is the better choice if simularly priced?

@@xbluesaintx yes. In my experience, those Amanas are usually $100-200 cheaper. So if they are identically priced, I'd go Maytag.

For the compressor?

@@bensappliancesandjunk What I was thinking is, like many electronics today, an inverter unit plugs in to AC, then converts to DC to run everything? Some things have the converter outside like a brick for a laptop or phone, some things have it inside the unit. I was guessing inverter appliances convert to DC within the unit? Which means it should be able to be bypassed if you know the correct DC voltage to use. -I can be completely wrong, correct but negligible power savings from efficiency gained by not converting DC to AC to DC loop, or it might be a way to save 10% + of power?

Because this is helpful in all the other Maytag videos I've made on my channel. And the ones I am about to put out. I reference these types of tests often when I am making a video on other items. So for example, I am going to do a video on bouncing/unlevel issues that require you to remove a horiffically stuck-on plate. I was able to force the unit to dump hot water in the unit + agitate command (without allowing the drain to operate at all, keeping the hot water + chemicals in the tub) to remove the plate and fix the unit. Without the knowledge of this method, it'd be impossible to utilize. Also, for my videos regarding no-spin states, I've referenced these tests, but not in a dedicated video. The manual mode video for the Whirlpool iteration has >150,000 views and I've referenced it for viewers in videos that have 10-20x that number. So by itself, this video may not have value, but if I made this video + all tests it could be used on, that video would be 2hrs and since few will watch that, I break it up in bite-sized pieces.

@@bensappliancesandjunk Ben, Thank you for your detailed answer. I have been following your channel for a couple of years now and I usually only focus on those that I have an immediate need for. Examples follow. 1. The repair person who came out wanted $200 to look at my washer. He made a quick test and quoted me the $200. I replaced the door switch with one based on the model number for $12.50. 2. I did not call repair. I replaced the transmission coupling on that same washer myself for $10 based upon your diagnosis that it was not the whole transmission. 3. I replaced the belts on my gas dryer myself. 4. I purchased my 28 cu. ft. Samsung refrigerator with no in-door functionality based upon your videos. The part that breaks is the ice maker, water dispenser. You also discussed that Samsung seems to have fixed their compressor problems. $1,300 at HD delivered and hauled. So please forgive me if I was rude and for not watching all your videos. You have saved me a LOT of money.

​@@bensappliancesandjunkHOT water in tub is a great idea on horrifically stuck wash plate. But mine wouldn't shift to wash, but would spin. You said if the test mode wouldn't allow the wash, spin or lock to operate, there's a defective something. With this info my shift actuator is prime suspect. Thanks Ben. Very good videos for us stubborn DIYers

Ha!

I kind of figure it's why they moved em to the panel 2 years ago

Taking it out of the box to test and review Monday

@@bensappliancesandjunk Yes!!!! 🫠