Hello Neptuner,
When replacing your Maytag Neptune Drum Bearings make sure you clean the bearing housing really good and inspect it closely. Especially the front bearing seat.
What are we looking for? You want to make sure that the front bearing seat is smooth and that there are no ridges or ripples in the aluminum. If there is you will want to take some emery cloth or a small grinding wheel and take them down.
Any ridges or ripples can cause the front bearing go in crooked and it will make it even tighter to get in.
Don't forget that you can also use a heat gun to heat the bearing housing to help the bearings go in easier as the aluminum will expand more then the steel bearing will. Just don't overheat it...
Until next time...
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Maytag Neptune Dryer Repair - how to
Maytag Neptune Dryer Repair - How to
Loretta is at it again... She recently contacted me about her MDE4000 dryer that was starting to get louder when it was running. You might recall that I came to her aid in 2006 when her Q6 triac and R11 resistor was damaged when the door latch wax motor failed on her MAH4000AWW. That repair created the Maytag Neptune Q6 R11 repair kit with wax motor.
In addition, I replaced her bearings and seal last year and it is still running smoothly. See Neptune Bearing and 12002022 Seal Kit for more information on replacing your Neptune bearings and saving a bundle.
I decided to create a video for you Neptuners on how to change the dryer rollers and belt. I was surprised how easy the machine was to take apart...
To order any other appliance parts you can visit www.washerbearings.com/parts to order replacement parts other than tub bearings and seal. Have your model number close by and you can look up any parts you need whether it is for your fridge, range, dishwasher and of course your washer and dryer.
Here is the video for you...
Let me know if this video helped you by leaving a comment below. I also put up a new site at Neptune Dryer to show the Neptune Dryer repair video and to offer the replacement roller and belt kit.
Until next time...
Loretta is at it again... She recently contacted me about her MDE4000 dryer that was starting to get louder when it was running. You might recall that I came to her aid in 2006 when her Q6 triac and R11 resistor was damaged when the door latch wax motor failed on her MAH4000AWW. That repair created the Maytag Neptune Q6 R11 repair kit with wax motor.
In addition, I replaced her bearings and seal last year and it is still running smoothly. See Neptune Bearing and 12002022 Seal Kit for more information on replacing your Neptune bearings and saving a bundle.
I decided to create a video for you Neptuners on how to change the dryer rollers and belt. I was surprised how easy the machine was to take apart...
To order any other appliance parts you can visit www.washerbearings.com/parts to order replacement parts other than tub bearings and seal. Have your model number close by and you can look up any parts you need whether it is for your fridge, range, dishwasher and of course your washer and dryer.
Here is the video for you...
Let me know if this video helped you by leaving a comment below. I also put up a new site at Neptune Dryer to show the Neptune Dryer repair video and to offer the replacement roller and belt kit.
Until next time...
Thursday, December 15, 2011
8540347 Seal For Whirlpool Duet Sport Front Load Washer
8540347 Seal For Whirlpool Duet Sport Front Load Washer (8400 & 8500 models)
8540347 – approx. 3 5/8” o.d. X 1 13/16” i.d. X .5” thick
It turns out that the seal is not available so I created a custom double lip seal made that replaces the original 8540347 seal. This way you can save lots of money by replacing your Duet Sport bearings and seal verses purchasing a new rear tub. This 8540347 seal should also fit the Kenmore Elite HE2 front load washers…
Models are:
MHWZ600TB00
MHWZ600TK00
MHWZ600TW00
MWFW8500SR01
MWFW8500SR02
WFW8400TB00
WFW8400TB01
WFW8400TE00
WFW8400TW00
WFW8400TW01
WFW8400TW02
WFW8500SR01
WFW8500SR02
WFW8500SR0
See Duet Bearing to order these bearing and seal kits. I will also offer the seals separate in case you prefer to source your own bearings locally and will provide bulk seal purchases for appliance repair centers, laundromats, etc. Send me an email if you would like bulk 8540091 or 8540347 seals in packs of (10) or more.
In addition, I've offered Maytag Neptune bearing and seal kits over three years now and have saved Neptune owners a bundle because that service is usually quoted at about $900! If you know someone who owns a Maytag Neptune front loader send them to Neptune Bearing for replacement bearings and seals.
Until next time…
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Neptune Bearings - airplane or jet sound while spinning
Neptune Bearings - airplane or jet sound while spinning
Ok, you thought you bought a Maytag Neptune front load washer... but now it has morphed into an airplane!
Below is a nice video to show you what to listen for so you can repair your Neptune and get another 5 - 10 years out of it.
See www.neptunebearing.com for the replacement bearings and you can rent a special tool kit that will save you time and effort plus comes with a instructional DVD for the home owner!
If you bother ol' Lonely be prepared to receive a $900 quote to replace the large outer tub plus labor, etc. Why replace the $500 outer tub when you can replace the bearings?
If you catch the bearing failure early then you don't have to replace spinner support but just in case, you can order the Spinner Support. Keep in mind that the spinner support comes with a seal kit so you can return the 12002022 seal kit for a $40 refund which almost cuts the spinner support cost in half when you purchase kit at Neptune Bearing!
One last thing... Other front loaders have the same morphing issue, too! If you're the proud owner of a:
Ok, you thought you bought a Maytag Neptune front load washer... but now it has morphed into an airplane!
Below is a nice video to show you what to listen for so you can repair your Neptune and get another 5 - 10 years out of it.
See www.neptunebearing.com for the replacement bearings and you can rent a special tool kit that will save you time and effort plus comes with a instructional DVD for the home owner!
If you bother ol' Lonely be prepared to receive a $900 quote to replace the large outer tub plus labor, etc. Why replace the $500 outer tub when you can replace the bearings?
If you catch the bearing failure early then you don't have to replace spinner support but just in case, you can order the Spinner Support. Keep in mind that the spinner support comes with a seal kit so you can return the 12002022 seal kit for a $40 refund which almost cuts the spinner support cost in half when you purchase kit at Neptune Bearing!
One last thing... Other front loaders have the same morphing issue, too! If you're the proud owner of a:
- Whirlpool Duet, see www.duetbearing.com
- Whirlpool Duet Sport, see www.duetbearing.com
- Kenmore Elite, See www.elitebearing.com
- Maytag Epic, See www.epicbearing.com
Note: The tool kit rental is not used on the Duets, Elites and Epic front load washers. There is a link to a video that shows you how to change the Duet, Elite and Epic bearings which is actually easier than the Neptune's due to the way the Neptune is designed.
Until next time...
Monday, August 22, 2011
Cat gets caught barking by a human and resumes meowing
Cat gets caught barking by a human and resumes meowing
Ok.. You've gotta be "kitten" me! I have to admit I’ve never seen or heard a cat bark before until this video clip but I have heard a Maytag Neptune front loader bark when its bearings are going south.
See Neptune Bearing before you have a "cat"astrophe and the laundry is piling up! You can even rent a special tool kit to help keep your fur from getting roughed up.
By replacing your Neptune bearings and seal you will have your Neptune purring like a kitten again!
Here is the video...
Until next time...
Ok.. You've gotta be "kitten" me! I have to admit I’ve never seen or heard a cat bark before until this video clip but I have heard a Maytag Neptune front loader bark when its bearings are going south.
See Neptune Bearing before you have a "cat"astrophe and the laundry is piling up! You can even rent a special tool kit to help keep your fur from getting roughed up.
By replacing your Neptune bearings and seal you will have your Neptune purring like a kitten again!
Here is the video...
Until next time...
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Maytag Neptune Use and Care Manual
Maytag Neptune Use and Care Manual
Hi Neptuner!
A common question that I receive is where can you Neptuners can get a copy of their Neptune front loaders Use and Care guide? Below is a link you can use to download your Use and Care guide for your machine...
www.maytag.com/manuals
I hope this helps!
If you need information on your Maytag Neptune see Neptune Help and if your Neptune sounds like a 747 taking off when entering spin cycle then see Neptune Bearing and get that machine cleared for landing quick! Don't forget that you can rent the Neptune bearing tool kit and save time and effort when changing your bearings.
Until next time...
Hi Neptuner!
A common question that I receive is where can you Neptuners can get a copy of their Neptune front loaders Use and Care guide? Below is a link you can use to download your Use and Care guide for your machine...
www.maytag.com/manuals
I hope this helps!
If you need information on your Maytag Neptune see Neptune Help and if your Neptune sounds like a 747 taking off when entering spin cycle then see Neptune Bearing and get that machine cleared for landing quick! Don't forget that you can rent the Neptune bearing tool kit and save time and effort when changing your bearings.
Until next time...
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Maytag Neptune Bearing Tool rental Update
Maytag Neptune Bearing Tool rental Update
Hi Neptuner,
Whirlpool Duet Sport seals are in…
I have a batch of Whirlpool Duet Sport seals in and they can be purchased at http://www.duetbearing.com/ along with the bearings, too. The Original Duet Sport seals have FSP, ATP-1-17 and 8540091 on them. The Duet Sport bearing and seal kits are closer to the bottom of the order form.
For you history buffs…
You can now see Roman London as it was 2,000 years ago…
Streetmuseum Londinium will be free to download for iPhones and iPads worldwide. Users can look through their phones and see the past emerge, locked as an overlay across the present scene. These can be viewed as ghostly alignments, or the archive images can be brought up and explored in detail, along with information about the Museum’s photographs and paintings. So far 200,000 people have downloaded Streetmuseum worldwide, from Argentina to New Zealand. Visit https://www.museumoflondon.org.uk/discover/museum-london-apps for more information.
Until next time...
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