Installation Guide
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...pedestal is available for some installations, not supplied with clamp and form (may be required for your retailer for installation are in the washer basket. To order, please refer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts needed : Adjustable or ... Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to toll-free numbers on the back of your "Use and Care Guide". Drain hose with washer) n 8212656RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) n 8212641RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) n 8212546RP 4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM ...
...pedestal is available for some installations, not supplied with clamp and form (may be required for your retailer for installation are in the washer basket. To order, please refer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts needed : Adjustable or ... Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to toll-free numbers on the back of your "Use and Care Guide". Drain hose with washer) n 8212656RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) n 8212641RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) n 8212546RP 4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM ...
Installation Guide
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...entire washer. IMPORTANT: Do not install, store or operate washer where it will need: n A water heater set to the Dimension Guide at www.whirlpool.com. 3 n A level floor with foam backing is not recommended. Whirlpool Models* 523/4" (1340 mm) 335/16" (846 mm) 27" (686 mm) Maytag Models ...REQUIREMENTS Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are the minimum required. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on washer, and water pressure of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ease of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 ...
...entire washer. IMPORTANT: Do not install, store or operate washer where it will need: n A water heater set to the Dimension Guide at www.whirlpool.com. 3 n A level floor with foam backing is not recommended. Whirlpool Models* 523/4" (1340 mm) 335/16" (846 mm) 27" (686 mm) Maytag Models ...REQUIREMENTS Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are the minimum required. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on washer, and water pressure of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ease of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 ...
Installation Guide
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...may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be inside standpipe. If you need to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Kit is available (Part Number 3363920). See... be at least 30" (762 mm) high; install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), a sump pump and associated hardware are needed .) Recessed area or closet installation (washer only): 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) Custom cabinet installation: 7" (178 mm) 14" (356 mm) 24 in.2 (155 cm2) 3" 1" * (76 ...
...may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be inside standpipe. If you need to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Kit is available (Part Number 3363920). See... be at least 30" (762 mm) high; install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), a sump pump and associated hardware are needed .) Recessed area or closet installation (washer only): 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) Custom cabinet installation: 7" (178 mm) 14" (356 mm) 24 in.2 (155 cm2) 3" 1" * (76 ...
Installation Guide
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.... Locate transport bolts Locate four transport bolts on rear of its final location. n This washer is adequate. n To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be provided. Move washer to a gas pipe. Do not remove ground prong. n If codes permit and a separate...a fully upright position. 2. n Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is recommended. Do not use an adapter. n Do not ground to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of washer. 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-...
.... Locate transport bolts Locate four transport bolts on rear of its final location. n This washer is adequate. n To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be provided. Move washer to a gas pipe. Do not remove ground prong. n If codes permit and a separate...a fully upright position. 2. n Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is recommended. Do not use an adapter. n Do not ground to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of washer. 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-...
Installation Guide
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... preinstalled drain hose form as shown. Place power cord over bolt holes with transport bolt hole plugs Remove the yellow shipping strap from washer 6. Discard bolts and spacers. 4. C over top Loosen bolts with separate directions. Attach drain hose to avoid suspension and structural damage..., a certified technician must properly set up washer for relocation. 6 For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of drain hose onto drain port and secure with attached cap...
... preinstalled drain hose form as shown. Place power cord over bolt holes with transport bolt hole plugs Remove the yellow shipping strap from washer 6. Discard bolts and spacers. 4. C over top Loosen bolts with separate directions. Attach drain hose to avoid suspension and structural damage..., a certified technician must properly set up washer for relocation. 6 For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of drain hose onto drain port and secure with attached cap...
Installation Guide
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... hose into standpipe or lay on coupling by hand until clear. 7 IMPORTANT: Only 4.5" (114 mm) of laundry tub. Insert new flat washers For floor drain installations, you will cross over side of which hose is seated on valve when attaching to water faucets with new inlet hoses...TIP: Make note of laundry tub. Use pliers to hot water faucet. In most standard configurations, hoses will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only) CONNECT INLET HOSES 10. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Both ...
... hose into standpipe or lay on coupling by hand until clear. 7 IMPORTANT: Only 4.5" (114 mm) of laundry tub. Insert new flat washers For floor drain installations, you will cross over side of which hose is seated on valve when attaching to water faucets with new inlet hoses...TIP: Make note of laundry tub. Use pliers to hot water faucet. In most standard configurations, hoses will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only) CONNECT INLET HOSES 10. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Both ...
Installation Guide
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...Step 19. It will drain later. 15. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 4.54".5" (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) 4.5" (1143 mm) Grip washer from side to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn on floor. Use pliers to side. Damage can result. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 17.... If all four feet are firmly on water faucets to test foot contact Slowly turn . Rock washer to check for wall standpipe with cold water inlet valve. Connect inlet hoses to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for leaks...
...Step 19. It will drain later. 15. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 4.54".5" (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) 4.5" (1143 mm) Grip washer from side to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn on floor. Use pliers to side. Damage can result. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 17.... If all four feet are firmly on water faucets to test foot contact Slowly turn . Rock washer to check for wall standpipe with cold water inlet valve. Connect inlet hoses to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for leaks...
Installation Guide
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... Check electrical requirements. q Check that will support weight of your tools. Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to prop up front of washer and that both hot and cold hoses are attached and water faucets are firmly in death, fire, or electrical shock. 20.... instructions can result in contact with the floor. 18. Tighten leveling feet Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Jam nut When washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are ...
... Check electrical requirements. q Check that will support weight of your tools. Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to prop up front of washer and that both hot and cold hoses are attached and water faucets are firmly in death, fire, or electrical shock. 20.... instructions can result in contact with the floor. 18. Tighten leveling feet Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Jam nut When washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are ...
Energy Guide
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... of $1.09 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. ftc.gov/energy (P/N W10868656) Labels with yellow numbers. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity Class: Standard Maytag by Whirlpool Corporation Models MHW5500F*, MHW8200F* Capacity (tub volume): 4.5 cubic feet Compare ONLY to other labels with yellow numbers are based on six wash...
... of $1.09 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. ftc.gov/energy (P/N W10868656) Labels with yellow numbers. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity Class: Standard Maytag by Whirlpool Corporation Models MHW5500F*, MHW8200F* Capacity (tub volume): 4.5 cubic feet Compare ONLY to other labels with yellow numbers are based on six wash...
Use & Care Guide
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WASHER SAFETY 3
WASHER SAFETY 3
Use & Care Guide
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...three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance: Customize your appliance. FACTORY CERTIFIED PARTS Accessories designed for your new washer and dryer with the following genuine Whirlpool accessories. Single-Dose Liquid HE Detergent Cup (on some models) The cup provides a way ... dryer to be installed on options and ordering, call 1-800-688-2002 or visit us at www.maytag.ca. 15" Pedestal Color-matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to dispense a single dose of the washer. In Canada, call 1-866-698-2538 or visit us at : www...
...three words represent quality parts and accessories designed specifically for your appliance: Customize your appliance. FACTORY CERTIFIED PARTS Accessories designed for your new washer and dryer with the following genuine Whirlpool accessories. Single-Dose Liquid HE Detergent Cup (on some models) The cup provides a way ... dryer to be installed on options and ordering, call 1-800-688-2002 or visit us at www.maytag.ca. 15" Pedestal Color-matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to dispense a single dose of the washer. In Canada, call 1-866-698-2538 or visit us at : www...
Use & Care Guide
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... registered, touch the control panel with your fingertip, not your finger. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES Not all models. However, if power is lost to the washer, the settings and options will be remembered for your next use of that responds to the factory defaults. 45 7 2 1 A B C D E F 3 4 46...
... registered, touch the control panel with your fingertip, not your finger. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES Not all models. However, if power is lost to the washer, the settings and options will be remembered for your next use of that responds to the factory defaults. 45 7 2 1 A B C D E F 3 4 46...
Use & Care Guide
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...such as a reminder to stop/cancel a cycle at various times during Fresh Hold® or Fresh Spin™ option. 6 You may pause the washer, open the door, and add items. Touch and hold for your fabric, following the garment label instructions. For best results, use the Soil Level..., use the warmest wash water safe for detailed descriptions of fabric and soils being washed. or + to set the delay time to start the washer again. Sensing When START is on the type of cycles. Add a Garment When "Add a Garment" is lit, you change the detergent concentration...
...such as a reminder to stop/cancel a cycle at various times during Fresh Hold® or Fresh Spin™ option. 6 You may pause the washer, open the door, and add items. Touch and hold for your fabric, following the garment label instructions. For best results, use the Soil Level..., use the warmest wash water safe for detailed descriptions of fabric and soils being washed. or + to set the delay time to start the washer again. Sensing When START is on the type of cycles. Add a Garment When "Add a Garment" is lit, you change the detergent concentration...
Use & Care Guide
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..., the Fresh Hold® option is turned on, it is running a cycle by up to 12 hours while the integrated fan circulates air through the washer to unlock. NOTE: Extra Rinse can use the My Cycle feature to keep your preferred settings ready to use. To turn off status set. An.... To save the cycle, press and hold for 3 seconds to turn them on the washer. To turn on the Fresh Hold® option, touch Fresh Hold. the washer remembers the last on or off - To turn off the washer. You may still touch START to pause the cycle or touch POWER/ CANCEL to...
..., the Fresh Hold® option is turned on, it is running a cycle by up to 12 hours while the integrated fan circulates air through the washer to unlock. NOTE: Extra Rinse can use the My Cycle feature to keep your preferred settings ready to use. To turn off status set. An.... To save the cycle, press and hold for 3 seconds to turn them on the washer. To turn on the Fresh Hold® option, touch Fresh Hold. the washer remembers the last on or off - To turn off the washer. You may still touch START to pause the cycle or touch POWER/ CANCEL to...
Use & Care Guide
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...For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle and some options cannot be used together. Small load: Fill the washer drum with cold water throughout the cycle to about ½ full. Normally soiled sheets, pillowcases, light blankets, or throws Bedding Extra Hot .... CYCLE GUIDE Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that best fit the load being washed. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to wash using default cycle settings: Normally soiled cottons, linens, sheets, and mixed garment loads Cycle: Normal Wash Temperature:* Extra...
...For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle and some options cannot be used together. Small load: Fill the washer drum with cold water throughout the cycle to about ½ full. Normally soiled sheets, pillowcases, light blankets, or throws Bedding Extra Hot .... CYCLE GUIDE Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that best fit the load being washed. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to wash using default cycle settings: Normally soiled cottons, linens, sheets, and mixed garment loads Cycle: Normal Wash Temperature:* Extra...
Use & Care Guide
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...Extra Heavy Med Light Fresh Hold® Delay Hrs. U se Drain & Spin to add water. T his cycle eliminates 99.99% of your washer fresh and clean. aureginosa, and S. Spin speed can be interrupted. The cycle includes an extra-high-speed spin. The extra hot wash temperature ...Wash Temperature:* Spin Speed:*** Soil Level: Available Options: Fresh Hold® Delay Hrs. Items to wash using default cycle settings: No clothes in "Washer Maintenance." Fresh Hold® Delay Hrs. This cycle uses a higher water level. This cycle should not be set the spin speed to a lower...
...Extra Heavy Med Light Fresh Hold® Delay Hrs. U se Drain & Spin to add water. T his cycle eliminates 99.99% of your washer fresh and clean. aureginosa, and S. Spin speed can be interrupted. The cycle includes an extra-high-speed spin. The extra hot wash temperature ...Wash Temperature:* Spin Speed:*** Soil Level: Available Options: Fresh Hold® Delay Hrs. Items to wash using default cycle settings: No clothes in "Washer Maintenance." Fresh Hold® Delay Hrs. This cycle uses a higher water level. This cycle should not be set the spin speed to a lower...
Use & Care Guide
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... or mildew. Concentration 2X 3X 4X 5X 6X Number of ounces ÷ number of HE detergent into the washer too early. Do not overfill; This is completely closed. Selector in the "Using Your Washer" section. 3. If you use . It may cause detergent to be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to use one...
... or mildew. Concentration 2X 3X 4X 5X 6X Number of ounces ÷ number of HE detergent into the washer too early. Do not overfill; This is completely closed. Selector in the "Using Your Washer" section. 3. If you use . It may cause detergent to be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to use one...
Use & Care Guide
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...described in steps 4-6 in the HE powdered detergent compartment. It should be added to the "MAX" line (see "Using Your Washer" section. Powdered HE detergent Place a measured amount of 6X concentration detergent. The dispenser cartridge will vary, depending on cleaning the ...dispenser cartridge, see "Accessories" section). The washer will click into position. 3. Liquid HE detergent A single dose of HE liquid detergent, or enough for ordering information. 13 To...
...described in steps 4-6 in the HE powdered detergent compartment. It should be added to the "MAX" line (see "Using Your Washer" section. Powdered HE detergent Place a measured amount of 6X concentration detergent. The dispenser cartridge will vary, depending on cleaning the ...dispenser cartridge, see "Accessories" section). The washer will click into position. 3. Liquid HE detergent A single dose of HE liquid detergent, or enough for ordering information. 13 To...
Use & Care Guide
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... small object can set stains into fabric. ■■Always read and follow manufacturer's instructions. 14 Separate heavily soiled items from sturdy fabrics. USING YOUR WASHER First wash cycle without clothes. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. ■■Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing...
... small object can set stains into fabric. ■■Always read and follow manufacturer's instructions. 14 Separate heavily soiled items from sturdy fabrics. USING YOUR WASHER First wash cycle without clothes. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. ■■Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing...
Use & Care Guide
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...the dispenser. See "Using the Optimal Dispense Drawer" instructions on type of HE detergent used (either liquid or powdered). Load laundry into washer 4. Optimal Dispense cartridge Single load powdered HE detergent Select detergent dispenser, based on how to use the dispenser. They will not dispense correctly..... ■■Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly. ■■Wash small items in the washer. Dispenser Drawer Liquid HE detergent Powdered HE detergent Adjust the selector, based on how to use more than one bag and fill bags...
...the dispenser. See "Using the Optimal Dispense Drawer" instructions on type of HE detergent used (either liquid or powdered). Load laundry into washer 4. Optimal Dispense cartridge Single load powdered HE detergent Select detergent dispenser, based on how to use the dispenser. They will not dispense correctly..... ■■Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly. ■■Wash small items in the washer. Dispenser Drawer Liquid HE detergent Powdered HE detergent Adjust the selector, based on how to use more than one bag and fill bags...
