Maytag MAH5500BWW Support Question
Maytag MAH5500BWW Support Question
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Question posted by bobbieboyce on October 23rd, 2012
Door Will Sometimes Automatically Unlock So Obviouly Won't Run
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Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... of the washer is locked.The door can be a 30-second
delay before continuing the cycle.
Pad Indicator Lights - Fill time will be unlocked by pressing the start/pause pad to the dispenser (See page 6). • Push the start /pause, this display will vary with each load.The Maytag® Neptune® clothes washer uses an...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
AUTOMATIC DISPENSER
The automatic dispenser consists of three compartments which reduce or eliminate suds.When less suds are produced, the load tumbles more efficiently and cleaning results are maximized.
• When using regular detergent formulated for top-loading washers, it is important to pay close attention to the soil level of laundry detergent directly into the dispenser...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
...door open to allow the inside of one cup chlorine bleach and
two cups warm water. Clean with soap and water. CLEANING THE DISPENSER
To clean and freshen the washer interior: 1. Make a solution of the washer to dry out.
The dispenser may result in illustration #1. Run... to illustration #2 and remove from the washer before doing a load of laundry.
1
2
3
OFTENER
BLEACH FILL
AX...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
... in the tumbler. For information on hinge side and drive four screws to securely attach hinges to door assembly. 9) Close door and check to use.
Run the clothes washer through 6 for bottom hinge to cabinet and bottom bracket to cabinet. 8) Support door in fully open to let air circulate inside the tumbler. • If the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
...load washers. Leaks Water
• Make sure door is firmly closed. • Make sure hose connections are tight. • Make sure end of the automatic temperature control feature as the automatic...; Run the clothes washer through...NEPTUNE® WASHER...
It should be achieved. • See Tub is Too Wet at
the tap. This is normal. • While the washer is too small.Very small loads...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... be opened . Code Symbol
Meaning
Solution
The washer detects that specific load.
Close the door tightly and restart the cycle. Motor not running properly. OR Unplug the washer for that the door is still displayed, check to lock the door. Oversudsing has occurred.
The washer has tried to unlock.
Make sure door is a safety feature. Push the Off button and...
Service Manual - Page 17
...washer can be run before the door is de-energized before the machine control will allow the washer to redistribute the clothing load before resuming the spin.
At the end of the spinner basket. MISCELLANEOUS
Door... varies through one revolution of spin sequence, if the door lock switch input is opened as follows:
Washers between Series 10 and 16 The machine control will allow a third...
Service Manual - Page 35
...Spin Cycle:
relay may be to change in timer inputs over a period of BK 27 to COMM
Washer Runs Five Minutes Then Shuts OFF:
During the wash cycle, the machine control communicates with... the door lock enable switch. If RD30 wire is locked. This is proper, replace machine control board. If the required fill time exceeds the time limit, the washer will automatically shut the washer OFF....
Service Manual - Page 36
...unlocked. Replace door lock mechanism if necessary. ContinuesTo Tumble After The Wash Cycle Is Finished:
Check for loose cabinet screws. At the end of 24 VDC and 120 VAC circuits.
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SECTION 3. If the switch is stuck, the washer... machine control board monitors where the timer is activated during an unbalanced load condition.
TROUBLESHOOTING 3 - 2
Service Manual - Page 117
...(LCD Washer only) The machine control board turns the heater on the machine control between the microprocessor and annunciator. OUTPUT MODIFICATIONS DEFINED
DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK SOLENOID OUTPUT The Door Lock/Unlock Solenoid ... The end-of the spinner (14:1 belt ratio). Washer Controls Overview ©2001 Maytag Appliances Sales Company
2-5 The motor runs at 14 times the speed of -cycle signal sounds ...
Service Manual - Page 119
...load before resuming the spin. Washer ...unlocked until the water reaches high water level or for 4 additional rinses. SUDS DETECTION The suds detection feature tries to eliminate excessive suds during the final rinse to redistribute them in the clothing load...load is performed during the main wash or rinse cycles. If suds are based on whenever the machine is running...pressed the door will ...
Service Manual - Page 120
... open .
The slider will be paused until the door is able to unlock. DOOR LOCK OPERATION 1. If the door lock switch check shows that the door is locked, then the door will begin the wash cycle.
6. Washer Controls Overview ©2001 Maytag Appliances Sales Company
2-8 By closing the door, the door lock
hoop rotates the catch cam and the...
Service Manual - Page 121
...the spin cycle.
When occurred
The number of cycles run End of the Last Power-loss cycle step performed... or advertising mode will cancel these modes. The MAH7500A will not automatically time-out and cancel a cycle while paused.
Power-up after a... of the Neptune washers.
Current User Interface selections
Power-loss
Diagnostic codes, the total number of keys, the washer can be ...
Service Manual - Page 125
...
Max Extract
Function Performed
Hot Water Valve
Cold Water Valve
Bleach Valve
Fabric Softener Valve
Drain Pump
Motor Control Unlock Door (Sends a pulse every 2 seconds) Lock Door (Sends a pulse every 2 seconds)
HELP CODES When the washer performs differently from design, a Help code is selected. BOARD OUTPUT TEST While in service mode press the hand...
Service Manual - Page 129
...valid only if a cycle is running and the quick spin test is already running .
This must be skipped. ... test or start /pause”. • “Locking the door”, “Cold water and bleach fill” and “...unlock at 0 RPM” Quick spin test complete”
Any of the wash cycle and will display the following will be displayed during the cycle, it can be skipped.
Washer...
Service Manual - Page 133
...-39 (Not Used)
Trigger
Action to be Taken
40 Motor running and Motor running and Perform Diagnostic Motor/Motor
the Door is not
the door is powered at motor, motor control
board (JP4 connector)
41 No tach signal during door unlock sequence
Cycle was powered during unlock request
Informative only; Check wire harness
locked
connections at the...
Service Manual - Page 136
... solenoid
during cycle when unlocked period at maximum speed
1. Teardown & Wiring Information ©2001 Maytag Appliances Sales Company
3-6 Replace motor control board
exists without
without torque
motor running
Action to be Taken
(LED Washer only) See list for diagtnostic code 18
20 Door switch input Door switch is open (LED Washer only)
seen open during
•...
Service Manual - Page 141
... Extra Rinse to unlock the door. For more information related to door lock mechanism, please refer to check the ohm resistance of the valve. (See Figure 4-1)
Fabric Softner Bleach Cold Hot
The door lock can be verified by the following procedure. Electrical Components & Testing ©2001 Maytag Appliances Sales Company
4-1 Place the washer into Service...
Service Manual - Page 142
... loose connections or open circuits by placing the washer into the Service Mode and performing a Board Output Test. (See Section 2;
Electrical Components & Testing ©2001 Maytag Appliances Sales Company
4-2 DOOR LOCK MECHANISM
Door
Emergency Cord
Rotating Cam
Lock/Unlock Solenoid
Mechanical Opener
Cam Support
Door Lock Spring
Door Open/ Closed Switch
Solenoid Push-Rod
Locking...
Service Manual - Page 151
... by removing the dispenser bezel. Remove the front panel, dispenser bezel and lift the top cover to the washer.
2. Roll the top of the washer door. DOOR LOCK MECHANISM
The door lock mechanism is now locked and unlocked via solenoids, resulting in a direction away from the lock area.
An Emergency Access Cord is available and is...
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