Showing posts with label 12002022. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 12002022. Show all posts
Monday, May 4, 2015
May's special when you rent the Maytag Neptune Bearing Tool Kit
See Neptune Bearing for more information. Note: All orders placed in May will get the flat rate Priority Mail shipping back to me refunded. There is no special link or page you have to visit to receive it.
Jeff Hartman
“The Neptune Man”
Sunday, October 13, 2013
You can now spread your Neptune bearing replacement over 6 months, if needed
For my bearing and seal business I use PayPal, which accepts major credit cards, and they are offering an option when checking out for orders over $99, U.S. customers only, where you can get 6 monthly payments same as cash. So… if you've been putting off that bearing replacement now is the time for you to add more years to your Neptune’s life and spread the bill over 6 months with no interest.
See Neptune Bearing replacement and click on the PayPal banner on the left side for offer details.
If you decide to just purchase the Maytag Neptune Bearing and 12002022 Seal kit (not rent the tool kit) then you could add the door boot or belt so you exceed the $99 order amount to qualify. If you have an MAH3000, MAH4000 model you may want to order the bearing spacer just to have on hand in case yours is cracked or really corroded. If you decide to order a belt and don’t need it after inspecting your belt then simply send it back unopened for a refund. Don’t forget that a new bearing spacer is included with the Tony Tool kit rental so you don’t need to order one.
If you decide use the 6 months option just make sure you make payments to avoid any interest charges.
Other options if your Neptune washer needs bearings:
Use a local laundromat until you can save enough for bearing replacementBuy a used unit on Craigslist
Visit relatives, neighbors and wash your clothes
Use washing board. See Neptune backup plan
Leave me a comment if you have another suggestion on where to launder your clothes until your machine can get fixed.
TIP: When sorting clothes check the pants pockets for loose change that can get into the pump and cause draining problems.
I also offer other washer bearing and seal kits... See Washer Bearings for more information.
Until next time...
Neptune Bearing Spacer. Note: beveled end goes towards smaller rear bearing
Sunday, October 28, 2012
Maytag Neptune Washer Bearing Failing Audio Clip
Maytag Neptune Washer Bearing Failing Audio Clip:
Here is an audio clip of a Maytag Neptune front loader with failing bearings.
Check it out and make sure your washing machine does not sound this bad. If it does then you need to goto Washer Bearings and get a new bearing and seal kit.
To subscribe to my YouTube channel, click on "More info" in top right corner in video then click subscribe button.
Here is the video... enjoy!
Remember, it is best to catch this failure early so you don't damage the support bracket/spinner support shaft.
Again, see Washer Bearings for more information on your washing machine.
Until next time...
Here is an audio clip of a Maytag Neptune front loader with failing bearings.
Check it out and make sure your washing machine does not sound this bad. If it does then you need to goto Washer Bearings and get a new bearing and seal kit.
To subscribe to my YouTube channel, click on "More info" in top right corner in video then click subscribe button.
Here is the video... enjoy!
Remember, it is best to catch this failure early so you don't damage the support bracket/spinner support shaft.
Again, see Washer Bearings for more information on your washing machine.
Until next time...
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Maytag Neptune Bearing Replacement Tip
Maytag Neptune Bearing Replacement Tip
I received this email from a Tony Tool renter after replacing his Maytag Neptune bearings... Obviously, WD was watching the instructional DVD that comes with the Neptune bearing tool kit rental.
"Hey Jeff Your tool was mailed this morning. Let me know if you need a tracking #. What a great tool. I took longer to get the grease off the DVD player remote control, then fixing the Maytag............wd"
Tip: Place your remote control in a plastic bag to keep the grease off of it :)
You can save time and effort by renting the Neptune bearing tool kit HERE.
If you own a Laundromat you can purchase your own Tony Tool at www.neptunekits.com as well as bulk bearing and seal kits. Heck, why not start your own side business replacing bearings for Neptune owners in your area? After you do... make sure you take some wax motors with you in your tool box and change those out as well as I am still selling plenty of my STAGE 1 Q6 R11 repair kits with wax motor to repair the MAH3000, MAH4000, MAH5500A and the 2000 stacker's which all have a timer knob. The digital Neptune's do not have the faulty wax motor issue.
Until next time...
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Maytag Neptune Bearing Tool Rental FAQ
Maytag Neptune Bearing Tool Rental FAQ
1. Why is the Tony Tool Rental deposit so much?
1A: I have to request the large deposit since the Tony Tool costs $425 to purchase otherwise I may not get the tool kits back.
2. Does the Tony Tool Rental kit include the bearings and 12002022 seal kit?
2A: Yes, the bearings and 12002022 seal kit are included as well as a Neptune bearing spacer in case yours is cracked.
3. Will the Tony Tool work on my 2000 Stacker model?
3A: Yes, although the DVD will show the standalone Neptune disassembly process... I include a link so you can download the Stacker service manual and it will show you how to disassemble the Stacker. Once inside, they are the same parts where the bearings are concerned. The Neptune bearing and 12002022 seal kit (along with Tony Tool ) work on all solid door panel Neptune front loaders.
4. How long will it take to replace the bearings?
4A: I’ve personally used the Tony Tool and the first bearing job was on a MAH4000 and it took me about 3.5 hours but I was video taping the process. The 2nd bearing replacement was on an MAH5500BWW and it took me 1.5 hours from start to testing machine. One variable is the front bearing and how much rust is in there and that is why it is best to catch the bearing failure as early as possible.
5. Should I replace my door latch wax motor and belt?
5A: If you have a timer knob (non digital) Neptune and it has the original wax motor with brownish color actuator tip I would highly recommend you replace it before it fails. See Neptune Help Song. If you order it and find out you already have the newer black tipped wax motor then just send it back for a refund with the tool. Same with the belt. If you order it and find out your belt is still useable just send it back unopened for a refund.
6. Can I use the revised lip seal if my machine had the earlier lip seal installed?
6A: Not directly. The spinner support shafts are machined differently. If you really want the newer revised lip seal then you would have to order the new spinner support which includes the new revised lip seal then you can send back the 12002022 seal kit for a $40 refund to help offset the new spinner support purchase.
For more information on saving time and effort when replacing your Maytag Neptune bearings see Neptune Bearing.
Until next time...
1. Why is the Tony Tool Rental deposit so much?
1A: I have to request the large deposit since the Tony Tool costs $425 to purchase otherwise I may not get the tool kits back.
2. Does the Tony Tool Rental kit include the bearings and 12002022 seal kit?
2A: Yes, the bearings and 12002022 seal kit are included as well as a Neptune bearing spacer in case yours is cracked.
3. Will the Tony Tool work on my 2000 Stacker model?
3A: Yes, although the DVD will show the standalone Neptune disassembly process... I include a link so you can download the Stacker service manual and it will show you how to disassemble the Stacker. Once inside, they are the same parts where the bearings are concerned. The Neptune bearing and 12002022 seal kit (along with Tony Tool ) work on all solid door panel Neptune front loaders.
4. How long will it take to replace the bearings?
4A: I’ve personally used the Tony Tool and the first bearing job was on a MAH4000 and it took me about 3.5 hours but I was video taping the process. The 2nd bearing replacement was on an MAH5500BWW and it took me 1.5 hours from start to testing machine. One variable is the front bearing and how much rust is in there and that is why it is best to catch the bearing failure as early as possible.
5. Should I replace my door latch wax motor and belt?
5A: If you have a timer knob (non digital) Neptune and it has the original wax motor with brownish color actuator tip I would highly recommend you replace it before it fails. See Neptune Help Song. If you order it and find out you already have the newer black tipped wax motor then just send it back for a refund with the tool. Same with the belt. If you order it and find out your belt is still useable just send it back unopened for a refund.
6. Can I use the revised lip seal if my machine had the earlier lip seal installed?
6A: Not directly. The spinner support shafts are machined differently. If you really want the newer revised lip seal then you would have to order the new spinner support which includes the new revised lip seal then you can send back the 12002022 seal kit for a $40 refund to help offset the new spinner support purchase.
For more information on saving time and effort when replacing your Maytag Neptune bearings see Neptune Bearing.
Until next time...
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Maytag Neptune Front Loader tub bearing replacement tip
Maytag Neptune Front Loader tub bearing replacement tip
If your Maytag Neptune front loader is at least 10 years old I am highly recommending that you replace your tub bearings and seal proactively and let me explain why.
Eliminate the #1 Tony Tool challenge which is getting the rusted front bearing out…
As you know… I rent the specially designed Tony Tool to Neptune owners to assist them when changing their bearings and seal and I will tell you the number one challenge when changing the bearings is getting the front bearing out. In the past, Neptuner’s only replaced their bearings after the machine sounds like a jet taking off because the seal has leaked water into the bearings. What happens next is that rust forms between the front bearing outer race and the aluminum bearing housing making the front bearing difficult to extract. If you replace the bearings before they rust… the front bearing will come much easier with less stress to the machine. The tool kit rental comes with a pair of snap ring pliers, 2" wire wheel, extra bearing spacer and emery cloth as well as the bearings and 12002022 seal kit. A DVD is included that shows you how to disassemble your Neptune, swap bearings and install the seal kit. You can order the tool kit rental at Neptune Bearing. Go down about half way and click where is says " Click HERE to read the tool rental agreement & order. Once the tool rental agreement opens up then there will be an Add to Cart button on the left side. Click on the Add to Cart button and you will be taken into PayPal's secure server to complete the payment.
Prevent spinner support (shaft) damage…
In some Neptune bearing failure cases the spinner support shaft was damaged because a bearing hung up and that caused a groove in the shaft so it had to be replaced at $89.00. The upfront cost for a new spinner support is $129 delivered via UPS Ground but I allow you to send the 12002022 seal kit back with the tool kit rental for an additional $40 refund because the spinner support arrives with a revised lip seal so you won’t need the 12002022 seal kit I sent you with the tool kit. The $40 seal kit refund takes the $129 down to $89. See Spinner Support to order a new spinner support.
The tool rental queue is lower than usual so you will get it quicker…
I will admit that the Neptune bearing tool kit rental queue is low right now which means that you will get a tool kit quicker than usual and that is a good thing. In the past I would have anywhere from 8 to 15 people in the queue with all of the tool kits out in the field. However, it is less critical in your case because your machine is not down and you are being proactive.
You can control washer downtime by replacing your bearings proactively…
Another benefit being proactive is that you control the washer downtime. You can do all of the laundry before you start the disassembly so there is less pressure to complete the bearing swap out. If your bearings fail and there are a large number of Neptuner’s in the queue that will delay you receiving the tool kit and then that would mean visits to the Laundromat or relative’s houses to do your laundry.
Take the time to really clean your Neptune while you have it apart…
Does your Neptune smell funky? I get lots of feedback from Neptuner’s and they tell me that they took extra time to really clean out their Neptune while they had it apart to freshen it up. There are simply areas that you cannot get to and properly clean until you disassemble the machine. From there, you can start a regimen of using the Affresh tablets or other front load cleaning product to help prevent the buildup of smelly gunk and keep your machine smelling better. You may also consider replacing the door boot while you change your bearings and seal. You can order one for $49.00 when your rent the tool kit.
Other parts you may want to replace while your Neptune is disassembled…
To wrap it up... Don’t forget that you can also get the new Neptune belt for $26.00 and the new door boot for $49.00 from the Neptune Bearing order form. If you take machine apart and decide your belt still looks good then just send it back with the tool kit unopened for a $26 refund. If you have a timer knob then you will want to make sure that you replace your door latch wax motor before it fails. Order extra wax motors for only $12 when you rent the tool kit!
Top 5 reasons to proactively change your Neptune front loader bearings.
1. #1 tool kit rental challenge is eliminated as the front bearing will come right out
2. Prevent potential damage to the spinner support
3. The Neptune bearing rental queue is very low right now
4. Totally prevent unexpected downtime and Laundromat visits
5. Funky Smelling Neptune’s can be really cleaned out when they are disassembled
Again, here is that link to order the Neptune bearing tool kit rental... Neptune Bearing.
Until next time...
If your Maytag Neptune front loader is at least 10 years old I am highly recommending that you replace your tub bearings and seal proactively and let me explain why.
Eliminate the #1 Tony Tool challenge which is getting the rusted front bearing out…
As you know… I rent the specially designed Tony Tool to Neptune owners to assist them when changing their bearings and seal and I will tell you the number one challenge when changing the bearings is getting the front bearing out. In the past, Neptuner’s only replaced their bearings after the machine sounds like a jet taking off because the seal has leaked water into the bearings. What happens next is that rust forms between the front bearing outer race and the aluminum bearing housing making the front bearing difficult to extract. If you replace the bearings before they rust… the front bearing will come much easier with less stress to the machine. The tool kit rental comes with a pair of snap ring pliers, 2" wire wheel, extra bearing spacer and emery cloth as well as the bearings and 12002022 seal kit. A DVD is included that shows you how to disassemble your Neptune, swap bearings and install the seal kit. You can order the tool kit rental at Neptune Bearing. Go down about half way and click where is says " Click HERE to read the tool rental agreement & order. Once the tool rental agreement opens up then there will be an Add to Cart button on the left side. Click on the Add to Cart button and you will be taken into PayPal's secure server to complete the payment.
Prevent spinner support (shaft) damage…
In some Neptune bearing failure cases the spinner support shaft was damaged because a bearing hung up and that caused a groove in the shaft so it had to be replaced at $89.00. The upfront cost for a new spinner support is $129 delivered via UPS Ground but I allow you to send the 12002022 seal kit back with the tool kit rental for an additional $40 refund because the spinner support arrives with a revised lip seal so you won’t need the 12002022 seal kit I sent you with the tool kit. The $40 seal kit refund takes the $129 down to $89. See Spinner Support to order a new spinner support.
The tool rental queue is lower than usual so you will get it quicker…
I will admit that the Neptune bearing tool kit rental queue is low right now which means that you will get a tool kit quicker than usual and that is a good thing. In the past I would have anywhere from 8 to 15 people in the queue with all of the tool kits out in the field. However, it is less critical in your case because your machine is not down and you are being proactive.
You can control washer downtime by replacing your bearings proactively…
Another benefit being proactive is that you control the washer downtime. You can do all of the laundry before you start the disassembly so there is less pressure to complete the bearing swap out. If your bearings fail and there are a large number of Neptuner’s in the queue that will delay you receiving the tool kit and then that would mean visits to the Laundromat or relative’s houses to do your laundry.
Take the time to really clean your Neptune while you have it apart…
Does your Neptune smell funky? I get lots of feedback from Neptuner’s and they tell me that they took extra time to really clean out their Neptune while they had it apart to freshen it up. There are simply areas that you cannot get to and properly clean until you disassemble the machine. From there, you can start a regimen of using the Affresh tablets or other front load cleaning product to help prevent the buildup of smelly gunk and keep your machine smelling better. You may also consider replacing the door boot while you change your bearings and seal. You can order one for $49.00 when your rent the tool kit.
Other parts you may want to replace while your Neptune is disassembled…
To wrap it up... Don’t forget that you can also get the new Neptune belt for $26.00 and the new door boot for $49.00 from the Neptune Bearing order form. If you take machine apart and decide your belt still looks good then just send it back with the tool kit unopened for a $26 refund. If you have a timer knob then you will want to make sure that you replace your door latch wax motor before it fails. Order extra wax motors for only $12 when you rent the tool kit!
Top 5 reasons to proactively change your Neptune front loader bearings.
1. #1 tool kit rental challenge is eliminated as the front bearing will come right out
2. Prevent potential damage to the spinner support
3. The Neptune bearing rental queue is very low right now
4. Totally prevent unexpected downtime and Laundromat visits
5. Funky Smelling Neptune’s can be really cleaned out when they are disassembled
Again, here is that link to order the Neptune bearing tool kit rental... Neptune Bearing.
Until next time...
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Google Guitar - Play the Google Guitar again
Did you not get enough of the Google Guitar logo on June 9, 2011?
Now you can play the logo just as you did on the Google.com homepage; U.S. users can record and share their masterpieces, too.
Here is the link Google Guitar
The Guitar doodle was in honor of musician and electric guitar pioneer Les Paul's birthday.
I found it difficult to play using the mouse so instead you can play it using keys!
See some sample songs using the Google Guitar logo Sample songs
Have fun!
If you own a Maytag Neptune front load washer and you don't like the sounds it is making while in the high speed spin cycle then see Neptune Bearing
You can replace your Neptune bearings and seal instead of replacing the $450 outer tub! There is also a tool kit you can rent that includes access to a step by step video to save you both time and effort.
In addition, if you have a Neptune with a timer knob (non digital) did you know that these machines shipped with a faulty door latch wax motor? The models are MAH3000, MAH4000, MAH5500A and the 2000 stacker Neptune's.
You can inspect your door latch in about 5 minutes to see if you have the faulty wax motor.
If you have the original design with the brownish color actuator pin you need to replace it asap! The new design has a black color actuator tip. Here is a video that shows how to inspect the stand alone Neptune HERE
If you replace your faulty wax motor proactively you will prevent the the machine control board Q6 triac and R11 resistor failure. See Neptune Help to order a wax motor.
Until next time...
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Maytag Neptune Bearing 12002022 Revised Seal Install How-To
Maytag Neptune Bearing 12002022 Revised Seal Install How-To for solid door Neptune front loaders
Hi Neptuner!
I have to say that I am impressed… I asked a Neptuner to shoot his Neptune… oops, I meant shoot some video when replacing the revised lip seal on a Maytag Neptune front load washer and Jeff C. stepped up and sealed the deal!
Here is the video I put together from Jeff’s footage he shot after replacing his (MAH5500B series) Neptune bearings and 12002022 seal kit. It shows the revised lip seal installation. Jeff also purchased a new Neptune Spinner Support for his machine. If you purchase a Neptune bearing and seal kit from me and buy the new spinner support I will refund $40 when you send the 12002022 seal kit back. The new spinner support comes with a revised seal kit. This will offset your spinner support payment by $40!
If you’re not aware… The Neptune 12002022 seal kit includes 2 seals so it will work on both spinner support designs. The thinner seal is the earlier seal and should be used if your machine had the white plastic spacer ("a" clip) between the front bearing and seal. That video is here. The thicker seal is the revised lip seal.
Note: When installing the revised lip seal make sure that the ribs are towards the front bearing and the smooth section will be towards the stainless steel tub so it is not in backwards.
See Neptune Bearing for more information. I also offer the 12002533 door boot, 12002535 wax motor and the 12001788 belt at a discount when you rent the Neptune bearing tool kit.
Until next time...
Hi Neptuner!
I have to say that I am impressed… I asked a Neptuner to shoot his Neptune… oops, I meant shoot some video when replacing the revised lip seal on a Maytag Neptune front load washer and Jeff C. stepped up and sealed the deal!
Here is the video I put together from Jeff’s footage he shot after replacing his (MAH5500B series) Neptune bearings and 12002022 seal kit. It shows the revised lip seal installation. Jeff also purchased a new Neptune Spinner Support for his machine. If you purchase a Neptune bearing and seal kit from me and buy the new spinner support I will refund $40 when you send the 12002022 seal kit back. The new spinner support comes with a revised seal kit. This will offset your spinner support payment by $40!
If you’re not aware… The Neptune 12002022 seal kit includes 2 seals so it will work on both spinner support designs. The thinner seal is the earlier seal and should be used if your machine had the white plastic spacer ("a" clip) between the front bearing and seal. That video is here. The thicker seal is the revised lip seal.
Note: When installing the revised lip seal make sure that the ribs are towards the front bearing and the smooth section will be towards the stainless steel tub so it is not in backwards.
See Neptune Bearing for more information. I also offer the 12002533 door boot, 12002535 wax motor and the 12001788 belt at a discount when you rent the Neptune bearing tool kit.
Until next time...
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Maytag Neptune Bearing Seal Kit Install How-To
Hi Neptuner!
Here is a video I created when I was replacing Loretta's MAH4000 Maytag Neptune bearings and 12002022 seal kit. It shows the earlier lip seal installation. The 12002022 seal kit includes 2 seals so it will work on both spinner support setups. The thinner seal is the earlier seal and should be used if your machine had the white plastic spacer ("a" clip) between the front bearing and seal.
See Neptune Bearing for more information. I also offer the 12002533 door boot, 12002535 wax motor and the 12001788 belt at a discount when you rent the Neptune bearing tool kit.
Until next time...
Here is a video I created when I was replacing Loretta's MAH4000 Maytag Neptune bearings and 12002022 seal kit. It shows the earlier lip seal installation. The 12002022 seal kit includes 2 seals so it will work on both spinner support setups. The thinner seal is the earlier seal and should be used if your machine had the white plastic spacer ("a" clip) between the front bearing and seal.
See Neptune Bearing for more information. I also offer the 12002533 door boot, 12002535 wax motor and the 12001788 belt at a discount when you rent the Neptune bearing tool kit.
Until next time...
Friday, September 17, 2010
Last episode of 'As the World Turns' airs today, September 17, 2010
Wow! After a 54-year-run on television, "As the World Turns" will air its final episode today.
After reading this headline I started thinking about a title for Maytag Neptune owners…
As the Neptune turns…
If you own a Maytag Neptune front load washer you can keep your machine turning by replacing your bearings when they start to get loud in the spin cycle. Spin over to www.neptunebearing.com for more bearing information.
In addition to the bearings, the motor control board that drives the inner tub can fail on you and bring your washing action to a quick halt! See www.12002039.com for information on replacing your motor and motor control board.
After reading this headline I started thinking about a title for Maytag Neptune owners…
As the Neptune turns…
If you own a Maytag Neptune front load washer you can keep your machine turning by replacing your bearings when they start to get loud in the spin cycle. Spin over to www.neptunebearing.com for more bearing information.
In addition to the bearings, the motor control board that drives the inner tub can fail on you and bring your washing action to a quick halt! See www.12002039.com for information on replacing your motor and motor control board.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Paul the octopus and the Maytag Neptune Front Load Washer meet up?
I wonder if Paul the octopus can predict when your Maytag Neptune bearings are going to fail?
Oh well! The only clue you will have is that your Neptune front load washer sounds like a jet plane taking off during the high speed spin.
By the way, you can replace just your bearings and not the large outer tub and save a laundry basket full of cash. See Neptune Bearing for more information.
I also provide replacement bearings and seals for the Kenmore Elite and Whirlpool Duet front load washers as well.
Don’t forget if you have a Neptune with a timer knob (non digital) that you need to replace the door latch wax motor if it is the original one before it fails and damages your machine control board. See Neptune help for information.
Oh well! The only clue you will have is that your Neptune front load washer sounds like a jet plane taking off during the high speed spin.
By the way, you can replace just your bearings and not the large outer tub and save a laundry basket full of cash. See Neptune Bearing for more information.
I also provide replacement bearings and seals for the Kenmore Elite and Whirlpool Duet front load washers as well.
Don’t forget if you have a Neptune with a timer knob (non digital) that you need to replace the door latch wax motor if it is the original one before it fails and damages your machine control board. See Neptune help for information.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Maytag Neptune Bearing Seal Kit Question - 12002022
Maytag Neptune - Earlier Lip seal tips
Hi Neptuners!
Ok... Let's get something straight... Yes, the Maytag Neptune 12002022 seal kit installation instructions are not very clear. So I will give you some tips on installing the 'earlier' lip seal...
In the 12002022 seal kit there are two seals. The thinner one is the earlier lip design and it has the steel washer embedded into it. On the spinner support, near the three arms, remove the steel washer which is remains from the original seal. If you don't remove it, you will have 2 steel washers on the shaft and when you tighten the new included pulley bolt to 33 ft lbs, the tub will be hard to turn and you will have to pull the inner tub again. If you proceed to run the machine with the 2 steel washers on the spinner support shaft you will damage the new seal.
Since some steel washers will be tight on the shaft due to tolerances, it is a good process to tap the new seal in so it is flush and level to the bearing housing. Tip: I use the old front bearing so I don't deform the steel washer when tapping in. Then pull the steel washer out (split the seal) and place it on the spinner shaft (without flipping it) and work it all the way back to the three arms just like the original one was. Be careful not to disturb the pink grease when working the steel washer back. The split seals will meet up again when you install the inner tub. Make sure that after you torque the new included 9/16" pulley bolt that you can turn the tub by hand fairly easily and hear the liquid sloshing around in the balance ring.
The 'O' ring works only with the revised lip seal. The new replacement spinner supports will come with a special seal kit with the 'revised' seal and "O" ring.
Don't forget that you can rent the Neptune Bearing Tool Kit from Neptune Bearing which includes a 14 minute DVD that shows you the disassembly process, bearing swap and the seal kit installation to save you lots of time on the Neptune bearing job.
I hope this helps get your Neptune back up and spinning again...
Until next time...
P.S. Don't forget that if you have a Neptune front loader with a timer knob to replace your faulty door latch wax motor before it damages your machine control board. See Neptune Help for details...
Hi Neptuners!
Ok... Let's get something straight... Yes, the Maytag Neptune 12002022 seal kit installation instructions are not very clear. So I will give you some tips on installing the 'earlier' lip seal...
In the 12002022 seal kit there are two seals. The thinner one is the earlier lip design and it has the steel washer embedded into it. On the spinner support, near the three arms, remove the steel washer which is remains from the original seal. If you don't remove it, you will have 2 steel washers on the shaft and when you tighten the new included pulley bolt to 33 ft lbs, the tub will be hard to turn and you will have to pull the inner tub again. If you proceed to run the machine with the 2 steel washers on the spinner support shaft you will damage the new seal.
Since some steel washers will be tight on the shaft due to tolerances, it is a good process to tap the new seal in so it is flush and level to the bearing housing. Tip: I use the old front bearing so I don't deform the steel washer when tapping in. Then pull the steel washer out (split the seal) and place it on the spinner shaft (without flipping it) and work it all the way back to the three arms just like the original one was. Be careful not to disturb the pink grease when working the steel washer back. The split seals will meet up again when you install the inner tub. Make sure that after you torque the new included 9/16" pulley bolt that you can turn the tub by hand fairly easily and hear the liquid sloshing around in the balance ring.
The 'O' ring works only with the revised lip seal. The new replacement spinner supports will come with a special seal kit with the 'revised' seal and "O" ring.
Don't forget that you can rent the Neptune Bearing Tool Kit from Neptune Bearing which includes a 14 minute DVD that shows you the disassembly process, bearing swap and the seal kit installation to save you lots of time on the Neptune bearing job.
I hope this helps get your Neptune back up and spinning again...
Until next time...
P.S. Don't forget that if you have a Neptune front loader with a timer knob to replace your faulty door latch wax motor before it damages your machine control board. See Neptune Help for details...
Friday, August 14, 2009
Maytag Neptune Bearing Update - Tony Tool Rental
Maytag Neptune Bearing Update - Tony Tool Rental
As of August 14, 2009, all Neptune Tony Tool rentals will get a pair of snap ring pliers included with the rental. This benefit will help those who don't have the snap ring pliers. I've received feedback from tool renters that stated they had to go out and purchase this tool to get the snap ring off. Not anymore...
Please don't forget to wear safety glasses because the snap ring may shoot across the room when you remove it and it is better to be safe than sorry.
The Tony Tool rental also includes the bearings, 12002022 seal kit and 14 minute DVD that shows the disassembly, bearing change and the seal kit installation.
To order the Neptune Bearing Tony Tool rental go to Neptune Bearing.
Until next time...
As of August 14, 2009, all Neptune Tony Tool rentals will get a pair of snap ring pliers included with the rental. This benefit will help those who don't have the snap ring pliers. I've received feedback from tool renters that stated they had to go out and purchase this tool to get the snap ring off. Not anymore...
Please don't forget to wear safety glasses because the snap ring may shoot across the room when you remove it and it is better to be safe than sorry.
The Tony Tool rental also includes the bearings, 12002022 seal kit and 14 minute DVD that shows the disassembly, bearing change and the seal kit installation.
To order the Neptune Bearing Tony Tool rental go to Neptune Bearing.
Until next time...
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Will the Maytag bearing and seal kit that you are selling work on all Maytag Neptunes?
Here is another bearing question I received regarding the Maytag Neptune bearing kit...
Q: "Will the Maytag bearing and seal kit that you are selling work on all Maytag Neptunes? I have the MAH6500AWQ that sounds like a jet engine. I have also read that if you change the bearings you should also change the shaft...is that correct? If so do you have the shaft for the Neptune as well?"
A: Yes, the bearing and seal kit will work with all Maytag Neptune front loaders. Presently, the common residential models are the MAH3000, MAH4000, MAH5500, MAH6500 and the 2000 stackers. The reason is that these machines have been in service for at least 4 years.
The shaft is called the spinner support and you don't have to change it if it is not damaged. I have only sold a couple of the spinner supports in the last year. One failed when the tub came to a screeching halt due to the seal and bearing failure and the second spinner support just failed (one arm bolt rusted out causing tub to wobble and trip inertia/balance sensors) but the customer decided to go ahead and replace the bearings and seal since he had to take it apart to replace the spinner. The last time I shipped a spinner support it was $95 including UPS Ground shipping.
The Neptune bearing and Maytag 12002022 seal kit can be purchased from http://www.neptunebearing.com/ and you should look into taking advantage of the tonytool rental program to save you time on the bearing and seal change plus it includes use of the DVD which Tony and Shirley show you how to disassemble your Neptune, replace bearings and install the new seal kit in about 14 minutes.
For coin Laundromats, you can purchase multiple bearing & seal kits along with the tonytool at http://www.neptunekits.com/. We find that Laundromats can have a large number of Neptune front loaders and they can save considerable amount of money replacing their bearings instead of replacing the large expensive outer tub. We recommend replacing the bearings and seal as a preventative measure to prevent washer down time.
Lastly, for all of your Neptune needs, see http://www.neptunehelp.com/.
Q: "Will the Maytag bearing and seal kit that you are selling work on all Maytag Neptunes? I have the MAH6500AWQ that sounds like a jet engine. I have also read that if you change the bearings you should also change the shaft...is that correct? If so do you have the shaft for the Neptune as well?"
A: Yes, the bearing and seal kit will work with all Maytag Neptune front loaders. Presently, the common residential models are the MAH3000, MAH4000, MAH5500, MAH6500 and the 2000 stackers. The reason is that these machines have been in service for at least 4 years.
The shaft is called the spinner support and you don't have to change it if it is not damaged. I have only sold a couple of the spinner supports in the last year. One failed when the tub came to a screeching halt due to the seal and bearing failure and the second spinner support just failed (one arm bolt rusted out causing tub to wobble and trip inertia/balance sensors) but the customer decided to go ahead and replace the bearings and seal since he had to take it apart to replace the spinner. The last time I shipped a spinner support it was $95 including UPS Ground shipping.
The Neptune bearing and Maytag 12002022 seal kit can be purchased from http://www.neptunebearing.com/ and you should look into taking advantage of the tonytool rental program to save you time on the bearing and seal change plus it includes use of the DVD which Tony and Shirley show you how to disassemble your Neptune, replace bearings and install the new seal kit in about 14 minutes.
For coin Laundromats, you can purchase multiple bearing & seal kits along with the tonytool at http://www.neptunekits.com/. We find that Laundromats can have a large number of Neptune front loaders and they can save considerable amount of money replacing their bearings instead of replacing the large expensive outer tub. We recommend replacing the bearings and seal as a preventative measure to prevent washer down time.
Lastly, for all of your Neptune needs, see http://www.neptunehelp.com/.
Sunday, December 28, 2008
I have a 4 year old Neptune MAH55FLBWQ Washer and the bearing is shot. Will this kit fit this model?
This was a valid question I received today regarding the Maytag Neptune bearing kit...
Yes, the Maytag Neptune bearing and seal kit will fit your Neptune. See www.neptunebearing.com for more info on the tonytool rental program that helps you change your bearings in about an hour and a half and includes access to a video that shows you how to take your Neptune apart, replace bearings and install the seal kit.
Until next time...
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Here's how you track Santa this Christmas
What is Santa bringing you from the North Pole?
A new Maytag Neptune front loader maybe? Maybe a new 12002535 door latch wax motor, new door boot or a 12002039 motor conversion kit?
I know you have been good this year!
Now you can track Santa via the Norad system here http://www.noradsanta.org/en/home.html
Technology... isn't it awesome!
For Maytag Neptune help please visit www.neptunehelp.com.
If your Neptune is sounding like a jet taking off in the high speed spin mode then your bearings are talking to you and they will need to be replaced soon. See www.neptunebearing.com for new replacement bearings and seal kit. You can also rent the awesome tonytool which will reduce your frustration 10 fold!
Until next time...
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Any Maytag Neptune questions?
Hi Neptuners,
I would like to take this moment and ask you if there is anything you would like to know about your Maytag Neptune that was not answered for you on my http://www.neptunewaxmotor.com/ site?
I also had to add 'Out of Stock' on the Neptune bearing & seal kits because the Maytag seal kits are on factory backorder from Whirlpool. I have not received any seal kits for over 30 days and I am just about out of them which I reserved for my tony tool rental program which is at http://www.neptunebearing.com/.
Once I receive these seal kits I will update the websites again.
I also heard that Whirlpool is laying off lots of people which might explain why they can't get the parts out to keep your machines running?
Until next time...
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