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. 

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Wax Motor Actuator 12002535 Order now for same business day shipping!

Wax Motor Actuator 12002535 Order now for same business day shipping!

If you own a Maytag Neptune front load washer with a timer knob (non digital) then you need to be aware of the faulty door latch wax motor issue...

Here is a video that shows how to inspect your door latch on the stand alone Neptunes... Note: The Stackers are not difficult to check either.




If you discover that you have the brownish color actuator tip then you can order a new wax motor at Neptune Help. Keep in mind both wax motor designs has the brownish color body, just the actuator tips are different. You want the black actuator tip.

If you don't replace your brown tipped wax motor it will eventually short out which will damage your machine control board. The Q6 triac and R11 will fail and the door will not lock which prevents the spin cycle from happening. You can prevent this failure by replacing your original wax motor.

Here is a Neptune model list where the 12002535 wax motors reside:

MAH3000
MAH4000
MAH5500A (not 5500B'S)
2000 Stackers


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Brick in a washing machine - Maytag Neptune Owners Don't do it!

Here is a video that some Maytag Neptune owners would like to try...




See Neptune Help and Neptune Bearing before you think about bricking your machine. Besides... this sort of activity will void your warranty :)

She's breaking up... She's breaking up! Don't worry... We can help you repair your Neptune... We have the technology. Actually, you can make your Neptune front load better than it was when it shipped from the factory!


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appliance parts - Find what you need and save money

Appliance parts - Find what you need and save money Whether you have a Maytag Neptune front loader, GE refrigerator or dishwasher... 

You can order any part by visiting www.washerbearings.com/parts to order replacement parts other than tub bearings and seal. 

All you need is the model number and a description of what need replaced to find the appliance part you need. 

 I recently worked on an GE Advantium 120 microwave convection oven for a friend. The symptoms were that there was no heat in both microwave and convection modes. Everything else seemed to work. My friend replaced the relay board thinking that was causing the problem. After taking the unit apart it turned out that the 2 relays that control the magnatron and the heaters were not energizing. I took a chance and ordered the WB27X10858 logic board and it is now working. 

Here is a link to the service manual PDF GE Advantium 120 service manual Here is a list of all of the GE Advantium models that use the WB27X10858 logic board appliance part: PSB1000NBB01 PSB1000NWW01 PSB1001NSS01 PSB1200NBB01 PSB1200NWW01 PSB1201NSS01 SCB1000KBB01 SCB1000KBB02 SCB1000KCC01 SCB1000KCC02 SCB1000KWW01 SCB1000KWW02 SCB1000MBB001 SCB1000MCC001 SCB1000MWW001 SCB1001KSS01 SCB1001KSS02 SCB1001MSS001 ZSC1000KBB01 ZSC1000KBB02 ZSC1001KSS01 ZSC1001KSS02 ZSC1201NSS01 ZSC1202NSS01 

You can order the WB27X10858 logic board part by visiting www.washerbearings.com/parts to order replacement parts. When working on appliances make sure that you practice safety and unplug machine when opening the case and use care when probing with a voltmeter since you have to have it powered up when testing for voltages. 

 Until next time...

Jeff

Appliance Part Center - Whirlpool, Maytag, General Electric (GE) & Electrolux Parts

Appliance Part Center Please visit www.washerbearings.com/parts to order replacement parts other than tub bearings and seal.   If you own (or know someone who owns) a Maytag Neptune front load you need to check out Neptune Help to see if your machine has the defective door latch wax motor installed. 

You can prevent a $350 repair bill as well as washer down time by proactively replacing your wax motor before it fails and causes the famous no spin issue... 

Do it now! 

Until next time... 

 Jeff

MAH3000 Maytag Neptune pump question

MAH3000 Maytag Neptune pump question.

Hi. I have a Maytag Neptune washer that seems to go through the whole cycle just fine, except for the fact that the water doesn't drain out. It happened to me awhile ago and someone told me I was using too much soap. I cut down on soap and everything did work great for several months, but now it is worse than ever.

Already Tried: running the rinse cycle again, which worked in the past, but not anymore

Answer:

You have a problem with the pump, either something has gotten into it and is blocking the water flow or the pump itself is bad or the water discharge path is clogged.

See Neptune disassembly photos or videos at Neptune Help. The pump is powered from a set of timer contacts and if you rotate the timer knob you should find spots where there should be 120 VAC on the pump electrical terminals.

If the machine is full of water and you have a floor drain nearby you can lay down the drain hose and gravity will allow the water to drain from machine (unless the water path is clogged with lint or debris).

Once the water is out you can remove the pump and take the cover off of it to inspect it for any lint and debris that could keep the impeller from spinning or the motor could be bad.

To order a new pump simply enter your model number into the Appliance Parts Search box on this blog or at Neptune Help. This tool will give you exploded views and prices of all the parts in your machine and you can simply order new parts and repair your Neptune yourself and save lots of cash.

Don't forget... The MAH3000's as well as any Maytag Neptune front loader with a timer knob has the faulty door latch wax motor. If your MAH3000 serial number starts with 10 - 25 you have 2 more wax motors in the soap dispenser that should be replaced as well before they fail.

The faulty wax motors have the brownish color actuator tip.

The residential models are MAH3000, MAH4000, MAH5500A and the 2000 stackers. The digital machines do not have the wax motor issue.

You can order new wax motors from Neptune help.

Below is the new style with the black actuator tip.

Another item I can help you with is your Neptune bearings. If you notice your machine transforming into a jet engine when it starts to ramp up then it is time for new bearings and seal. If you bother the repairman they will kindly ask you for $900 which includes replacing your large outer tub. Don't do it! You can replace your bearings yourself for a lot less.

You can also rent a special tool kit that includes a step by step DVD that shows you how to do it.

See Neptune bearing for more information.

Until next time...

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.


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