MHWE550WR01 Maytag Washer - Instructions

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leak suddenly developed
16 of 18 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Gerald from Troy, NY
  • Really Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Pliers
Somehow a bobby pin got into the drain pump housing. When it started to drain, the pin was rammed through the housing.Extremely easy to remove and replace. No special skills needed. Whirlpool did a good job in making it idiot proof. Unpacking the part took longer than installing it. Don't be afraid to do this repair. If you own a pair of pliers and a screwdriver,you can do it.
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Placing Dryer on Top of Washing Machine with Stack Kit
25 of 46 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Randy from Brentwood, CA
  • Really Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Wrench set
I purchased a stack kit from "Part select.com". The item was just what I needed to do the job. The delivery of the part was made the next morning. WOW! Excellent service! The process was completed in less than 24 hours, start to finish. Very impressed!
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Low water intake pressure error
13 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
  • John from Rye Brook, NY
  • Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Pliers, Socket set
Serviceman had previously replaced the hot and cold inlet valves, but the low pressure error persisted. Rather than cough up another $130 for the serviceman to return, plus parts and time, I decided to order the replacement flowmeter from PartSelect.

Unplug power and turn off water. Top of machine comes off by removing three sc rews at top rear; use socket, spanner or T20 driver. Unplug electric sensor from flowmeter. Old unit is removed, and new one connected to water line by squeezing spring-clips with a pair of flat nose pliers. Reconnect electric sensor.

Great move, easy, and saved myself the thick end of $200.
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Worn out hose had a hole it it.
16 of 23 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Edward from Clinton, MD
  • Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Pliers
I romoved the front of the washer access panel. I then used the pliers to remove the clamps from the old hose and to replaceit with the new one.
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Door leaked water
14 of 19 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Tom from Spirit Lake, IA
  • Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Screw drivers
First step was to remove old bellow. I opened the door there is a small wire with a spring attach that holds the outside of the bellow to thw washer. Then removed it from the water inlet, then took a short straight scewdriver to remove the gaint hose clamp holding it to the drum. Installed the new part. When putting hose clamp back on I r emoved the top of the washer by removing the three screws in the back then I flipped the hose clamp so I could use a long screwdiver from the top side.This will give you alot more room. Hope this helps
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Washer hinge casting broke
12 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Robert from GILBERT, AZ
  • Really Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Nutdriver
Removed washer door from washer. Lay door on work bench (table). You need to remove screws from around most of the washer door to remove broken hinge. Install hinge into door frame. Fasten all screws for hinge and door frame. Reinstall complete door assembly onto washer with removed screws. Helpful to have some hold door for ease of alignment. Tools used: 1/4 inch torque #15 bit with 1/4inch nut driver.
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Washer would not operate, water in drum would not drain. Error code indicated a bad pump
12 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Patrick from Beaumont, TX
  • Really Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
Removed three mounting screws to the front access panel, removed panel, cleaned out drain trap, attempted to reset and drain washer, pump did not operate. Removed one wire harness to pump, two hose clamps and slipped pump assembly out of its mounting grommets, and installed new pump in reverse order. A sinch! And saved me approximately $150.00 bucks in repair service fees.
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Not Draining - Flashing F-02
12 of 14 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Andrew from Southampton, MA
  • Really Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
First and foremost, I usually call a real man to come do a job like this, but after reading the repair stories, I gave it a shot. Very, very easy. Pop of the bottom panel off (three torx screws), drain the water out of the tub (if any), and just follow the directions in the box. Anyone can do this one.
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Scratches in Surface
83 of 227 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Michelle from Richardson, TX
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
This product comes in a bottle with a brush like Liquid Paper. It goes on incredibly easy. A second coat might be needed. I wanted to prevent rust from setting in so I covered the scratches and dings. The paint is a little brighter since my washer is 10 years old but it still looks great.
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shocks showing their age
10 of 10 people found this instruction helpful.
  • SCOTT from COLCHESTER, CT
  • Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Nutdriver, Pliers
Overall, the install was easy.
Just a matter of getting yourself to get it done.
The video on the removal / install procedures was most helpful.
The front shocks were completed very quickly. The rear shock required all hoses to be disconnected and the back of the washer to be removed. After removing perhaps a dozen screws t he cover was still fastened. You will see (in my case) 4 plastic flat clips. after they were removed the back came off. The rest of the project was the same as the front shocks. 1st time thru so to be expected.
Anyway, certainly a project that any DIYer can tackle.
Thanks Partselect for the correct parts in a timely fashion and the knowledge to perform the install.
Scott
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broken door latch
10 of 11 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Marvin J. from NICHOLASVILLE, KY
  • Really Easy
  • 1- 2 hours
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
looked repair on you tube followed instructions. took off broken latch. compared to pictures on sites. ordered part. part arrived in 2 days. put part on. suggest using first method quick and easy.
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Displayed F and H alternately
10 of 12 people found this instruction helpful.
  • LAVERNE from NIANTIC, CT
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Brother who used to sell appliances opened the washer door and read the booklet inside the washer telling him the part necessary to repair the problem. $33/00 for the water flow meter Part and shipped in next morning and arrived overnight. Excellent service for only $7.00 shipping. Highly recommend this place for parts. This was after a couple of days searching the internet for those with the same problem and not receiving and exact part to fix the problem
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Tub would not drain even though pump was running
8 of 9 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Steve from Cary, NC
  • Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
Remove three screws holding the lower panel, the pump is right up front. Probably the hardest part was holding the hose clamps open while attaching the hoses to the pump housing. One screw holds the pump assembly in place. Hold the over-ride switch closed, check for leaks, and replace the loser panel.
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Old bellow pulled loose and torn
7 of 8 people found this instruction helpful.
  • RICHARD from Portland, OR
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Was able to remove old bellow without dis-assembly. Replacement required removing the front of the machine for access. Once the front was off, the bellow was simple to replace. Biggest difficulty is getting the top mark on the bellow lined up. It has a tendency to slip out of position while you are working the back of the bellow over th e retaining lip and it is not possible to rotate the bellow after it is installed. Fortunately, the tube from the detergent tray can be rotated slightly to allow for a small amount of error. Replacing the front retaining wire and spring required three hands at one point, but was otherwise not a problem. Fortunately removal and replacement of the front of the machine is pretty straight forward. I needed to disconnect wires to set the front out of the way, but it is impossible to plug them back in incorrectly.
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Clothes came out dripping wet
6 of 6 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Louis from Branford, CT
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
Just removed the bottom cover to access the water pump. Drained the water through the filter housing. One screw and two hose clamps and the pump was out. Installed new pump and checked for leaks. None found so the cover was secured in plase. Great news, WIFE is happy.
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