Any of you guys take apart a washing machine?

[Chris]

Well I have a Maytag Atlantis washing machine and a couple of days ago a pair of my pants got washed that had about 20 3/4" long nails in the pocket. Now my machine is making an awful noise when it runs. Not all the time but some of the time. I think it would be best to take apart the basket and pump and get out any nails that got stuck but I cannot figure out how to get the center part out that is covering the four bolts to remove the basket. Are any of you plumbers also washer guys?

[Wookie]

Originally Posted by Chris

Well I have a Maytag Atlantis washing machine and a couple of days ago a pair of my pants got washed that had about 20 3/4" long nails in the pocket. Now my machine is making an awful noise when it runs. Not all the time but some of the time. I think it would be best to take apart the basket and pump and get out any nails that got stuck but I cannot figure out how to get the center part out that is covering the four bolts to remove the basket. Are any of you plumbers also washer guys?

well I'm not sure if it's that easy. And you risk another pair of pants being shrunk Wouldn't it be easier for u to call a plumber? You will find a list of specialists available under Plumbing Services in USA

[havasu]

In an attempt to help you, and not being familiar with this specific washer, I thought I would Google that brand. I was amazed that the first 6 starter threads were about complaints regarding the washing machine's transmission. As a matter of fact, there is also a video on You tube showing the machine going haywire.

I've pulled a few washers and dryers apart in the past, and they are pretty simple, as long as you take your time and have plenty of room to disect it properly. If all else fails, you could call an appliance repair technician (like the ol' Maytag Man!) because I am certain they will be more helpful than a typical plumber.

[majakdragon]

Click on the link below. Lots of info on many brands. Good luck.

RepairClinic.com - Free appliance repair help and maintenance tips.

[speedbump]

I agree, calling a small appliance repair shop might be the best bet. The big ones like Sears charge way too much and try their darndest to sell you expensive parts, like circuit boards etc. The little mom and pop shops would probably give you the best, least expensive and most honest service. And it might even work when their done.

[Reedwalker]

Originally Posted by Wookie

Wouldn't it be easier for u to call a plumber? You will find a list of specialists available under Plumbing Services in USA

Best first post ever!!!

LMFAO

[Chris]

Originally Posted by havasu

In an attempt to help you, and not being familiar with this specific washer, I thought I would Google that brand. I was amazed that the first 6 starter threads were about complaints regarding the washing machine's transmission. As a matter of fact, there is also a video on You tube showing the machine going haywire.

I've pulled a few washers and dryers apart in the past, and they are pretty simple, as long as you take your time and have plenty of room to disect it properly. If all else fails, you could call an appliance repair technician (like the ol' Maytag Man!) because I am certain they will be more helpful than a typical plumber.

I saw the same thing when I googled it myself, Scary. Good thing I didn't pay the 1500 bucks, they were a gift from someone moving out of state.

Originally Posted by majakdragon

Click on the link below. Lots of info on many brands. Good luck.

RepairClinic.com - Free appliance repair help and maintenance tips.

Thanks, thats helped a bunch.

Originally Posted by speedbump

I agree, calling a small appliance repair shop might be the best bet. The big ones like Sears charge way too much and try their darndest to sell you expensive parts, like circuit boards etc. The little mom and pop shops would probably give you the best, least expensive and most honest service. And it might even work when their done.

I agree, I try not to call any of the big guys when I have problems because of this issue.

Well I ended up taking the thing apart with a service manual I found online and it ended up not being the nails like I thought those all made it out the drain. It was the transmission making a bunch of noise. Funny thing is I put it back together and it has been working perfect and quiet ever since. From now on I will consider it a ticking time bomb and start saving for a new one before it dies on me. Thanks for you guys help.

[BRad704]

Can't you turn it upside down and shake the nails out of it?

Seriously, I have no idea how to take one apart, but I have replaced several heating elements in dryers...