177.70.122.175 There are a few reasons why your Maytag washer might be stuck on sensing. Over the years, Ive seen people spend a lot of money on unnecessary repairs or replacements. Ive ordered a new shift actuator in hopes that fixes it but still waiting for it. There are several possible causes for a Maytag front load washer to turn on but not start. If all else fails, a Maytag washer not starting on command may be due to a part failure. If youre unsure, you must refer to the user manual or technical sheet to locate and identify the correct wiring. There are several things that you can do to prevent the contact pads on the user interface from failing. Close the door firmly. Give the contact points a minute or two to dry completely before reconnecting the wire harness you removed earlier. Replacing of motor should be left to a professional because its tricky. When troubleshooting a Maytag washer that wont turn on, your first step should be to check the incoming power supply. It gets activated when you press the Start button or Lock/Unlock button for three or more seconds. Heating & Cooling, Commercial Once a cycle has started, it will take approximately10 seconds for the door lock to engage. If the touch screen is not responding to touches, it might need to be reset. -Inspect the washer: Take a look at your washing machine to see if anything appears to be loose, damaged, or out of place. Next, use a wipe with rubbing alcohol to clean the corroded contact points gently. Check the door for trapped clothing that may prevent it from closing completely. If your Maytag washer is not spinning, or your Maytag washing machine clothes are wet after the cycle the problem may lie with the lid switch assembly or faulty motor. Instead, you should call a professional to change the broken timer assembly for your washer. If you live in an area with a lot of thunderstorms, you may want to consider investing in a backup generator. Wipe up any spilled detergent or water immediately. Pedestals, DISHWASHERS /TM /*