I have a maytag top load wash machine that has broke on me for the last time!!!! i want to get a speed queen to replace it. how do i go about getting a manual on a speed queen washer so i can see how they are built. it will be for a family of two old people who are probably not going to be around in ten more years. i dont want to waste any more of my time fixing a piece of junk from china. i can repair about any type of machinery but i cant fix junk that was designed badly. glen

you could have a sock in between tub an basket open door pull rubber booth back were u can check aroud the basket ok

is it like these pics

First check the drive belts for wear and replace them if necessary. It is important that the belts have neither too little nor too much grip. If they are fine,then check the bearings of the motor and the drum. Lastly check the motor, it may need to be replaced.

there are 2 5/16 screws located at the bottom of the front panel. Remove the screws and pull the front panel away from the machine on the bottom.

:) Hey... The absolute best machine on the market are the ones from SPEED QUEEN. THey wash clothes dependably, are direct dirve, and spin out the water better than any other on the market. THe speed queen machines pump and spin at the same time. THe other brands (including newer maytag-made by whirlpool) don't do this anymore, for they pump the water out, let the clotes go to the bottom of the tub, then attempt to spin causing them to wobble shake and shimmy as they get off balance. Speed Queen, on the other hand spins and pumps at the same time. THis means the clothes are spun out to the sides of the tub from the to to the bottom. MOre water is spun out so less drying time is required. Water is cheap but gas and electricity is expensive. So, if you are going to save one.. i suggest the shorter drying time to be the winner! THe old maytag machines that lasted people 30+ years before they quit had this technology.... Speed Queen still has it! THe warranty on speed queen machines includes 3 years without buying extended warranty.. all others make you purchace this.. SOme of them don't even come with a year! SHAME On you! Find a speed queen dealer and at least go look .. :)

Is the belt broke?

If not, will it spin it you put it in spin mode?

If it spins, but not agitates, the transmission is locked up in agitation and needs replaced. This is a major undertaking.

check hoses and pump area.

give model number

the seal in the transmission is bad