Maytag Washer Repair – Kensington, OH (A112)

A Maytag washer in Kensington, OH was getting stuck on the rinse cycle and would rinse for hours until the customer turned the dial to spin. Our diagnosis confirmed the timer needed replacement, but the part was not available for this very old machine with knobs and push buttons.

The Problem

The customer reported their washer works except it gets stuck on the rinse cycle and will rinse for hours until they turn the dial to spin, then it completes the cycle. They suspected the timer was bad on this very old machine with knobs and push buttons.

Diagnosis

Our inspection confirmed the timer was indeed faulty, causing the washer to remain stuck in the rinse phase indefinitely. The timer mechanism was unable to advance the cycle automatically.

The Repair

• Parts needed: Timer replacement
• Work performed: Diagnosed timer failure
• Result: Part not available for this older model

Is It Worth Repairing?

For very old Maytag washers like this A112 model, parts availability becomes the deciding factor. When essential components like timers are no longer manufactured, replacement becomes the only viable option despite the machine’s otherwise functional condition.

Maintenance Tips for Maytag Washers

• Clean the lid switch contacts periodically to prevent cycle interruption issues
• Check and clean the water level pressure switch hose for proper fill detection
• Inspect the drive belt for wear before it fails completely

Appliance Repair in Kensington, OH

Kensington is in Columbiana County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Salem, East Liverpool, and Lisbon. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.