Maytag A308 SN 912752 CA - Mid 70's machine fills and starts by itself.

[citizenX]

Yeah that noise sounds exactly like it does when it is on the slow spin speed and is pretty common sound. Fast spin doesn't do it. The manual does say it is fast spin on the first rinse for Heavy Duty cycle but I wonder if that is correct?  I never paid that close attention to it to be honest as I've gotten so used to the slow spin noise over the years but maybe they changed something and the manual is wrong (wouldn't be the first time). If you can give me the serial number I will check with Speed Queen technical to see if it is indeed supposed to be slow spin on the rinse or not. 

[pjw73nh]

Hi Brian, thanks so much for the reply.  My SN is 2503019432.    Yes, the manual indicates high speed spin for both cycles, but it clearly isn't accurate.   I wish they had updated their manual.  At least the online version.

I saw on another forum several users had the same noise/buzzing issue.  One woman had a tech come in and they found a "loose screw".  I have tried to confirm with her if, in fact, the issue was resolved with a loose screw.  Having been in the troubleshooting/computer repair business for 40+ years, I know about the "loose screw".   Thanks Brian.