My maytag 3000 washer displays f70 - Washing Machines

if drum doesnt turn possible bad motor

70 is an overload fail and 83 is a door lock fail

I have had a good look around and this seems to be a common problem with Maytag Amana etc machines.
Trying search Maytag f70 code and you will see.
It seems to be a faulty Control unit. Cause number 4 below seems to be what you have.

Here is one answer from a tech guy.

"The "F70" error code is indicating a loss of communication between the Central Control Unit (CCU) and the user's interface board on the right hand side of the console. The main top can be taken off by removing the screws along the back edge of the top. NOTE: Disconnect the power cord from the power source before removing the top.
Possible Causes/Procedure:
1.Check for continuity of the user interface harness
2.Check the wire harness connections at the user interface board and the Central Control Unit.
3.If the unit will run and rotate before the "F70" displays usually indicates the user interface board will need to be replaced.
4.If the unit will not run and rotate usually indicates the Central Control Unit will need to be replaced.
if you feel you cant do this you will need a technician to come and look at this. "

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F21 error is displayed when the washer is unable to drain, press PAUSE/CANCEL button twice to clear the display. After this please check the drain hose and drain pump filter for any blockages and make sure it is not clogged with foreign particles. You can also check the drain pump to verify that its working. Please get back to me if you have any other questions.

Kevin

This is a problem with the door not locking shut. Maytag have an ecellent technical assistance page on this problem with diagrams and stuff. Go to:

http://maytag.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/2889/~/display-shows-f22-or-fdl---front-load-washer

and take a look

If you unplug the M13 connection from the ccu (main control) and the error goes away then replace the MCU (motor control unit) if it does not go away then replace the CCU

Hi.

Please read the tip below, explaining how to fix F70 and F71 problems. The comment applies to Whirlpool built Maytag washers like the one in question.

F70 and F71 are two logic board error codes that point at a communication error between the main log...

Regards.

Ginko.

From everything I have read on the F70 code (can't seem to find an exact explanation of what it is) It seems like people are getting replacement dryers due to a electrical problem within the dryer control circuitry. Since it is only 3 weeks old, get it replaced. Good luck

According to the Whirlpool cabrio / oasis manual

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Overloaded
oL flashes when the machine/motor control detects a load size that exceeds the washer’s capacity.
• Open the door lid to clear display, remove excess laundry, then restart the cycle.

Not draining,throw rugs tend to clog this unit as do bobby pins and under wires I'm giving you a link to the repair manual it covers the 3000 through 5500 it will help you get the door open and the clothes out so you can start bailing...


http://www.servicematters.com/maytag_library/docs/16010061.pdf