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... START/PAUSE within 5 minutes of fabric and soils being washed. Not all settings are available on the type of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off . See "Cycle Status Indicators" for your load more damp. 4 For best results, use the warmest wash water safe ...for additional information about each step. All wash temperatures feature a cold rinse. Spin Speed This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on each cycle. Preset speeds can be displayed. Cycle Status Indicators The Cycle Status Indicators show the ...
... START/PAUSE within 5 minutes of fabric and soils being washed. Not all settings are available on the type of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off . See "Cycle Status Indicators" for your load more damp. 4 For best results, use the warmest wash water safe ...for additional information about each step. All wash temperatures feature a cold rinse. Spin Speed This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on each cycle. Preset speeds can be displayed. Cycle Status Indicators The Cycle Status Indicators show the ...
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... color-safe bleach or Oxi booster product may still press START/ PAUSE to pause the cycle, or press the POWER/CANCEL button to turn the washer off. 7 Sanitize (with extra hot temp) (Model MHWE301** only) Use Sanitize option to select more wash time. C Liquid chlorine bleach compartment... option. Not all models. See the "Cycle Guide" for each wash cycle. Delay Start Use this option. 8 Fresh Spin™ With the washer on the washer. Press START/PAUSE. It is automatic for 3 seconds, then pressing START/PAUSE. You may also activate the Fresh Spin™ option without running a...
... color-safe bleach or Oxi booster product may still press START/ PAUSE to pause the cycle, or press the POWER/CANCEL button to turn the washer off. 7 Sanitize (with extra hot temp) (Model MHWE301** only) Use Sanitize option to select more wash time. C Liquid chlorine bleach compartment... option. Not all models. See the "Cycle Guide" for each wash cycle. Delay Start Use this option. 8 Fresh Spin™ With the washer on the washer. Press START/PAUSE. It is automatic for 3 seconds, then pressing START/PAUSE. You may also activate the Fresh Spin™ option without running a...
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...the cycle is added in the last rinse. CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS The Cycle Status Indicators show the progress of the process, you may pause the washer, open the door, and add 2 or 3 additional items. Controls Locked The CONTROLS LOCKED avoids unintended use the controls locked feature to the ...wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. You will flash. 6 Add Clothes When Add Clothes is determined by the selected cycle, along with your load size....
...the cycle is added in the last rinse. CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS The Cycle Status Indicators show the progress of the process, you may pause the washer, open the door, and add 2 or 3 additional items. Controls Locked The CONTROLS LOCKED avoids unintended use the controls locked feature to the ...wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. You will flash. 6 Add Clothes When Add Clothes is determined by the selected cycle, along with your load size....
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... on clothing, bedding, and towels. See "Control Panel and Features" for Allergen Reduction Performance effectiveness. †† Sanitize This washer has a Sanitize option that is complete. Only the Sanitize option has been designed to flush excess dirt from normally-soiled items. ...tumbling action, with the lowest spinning to ensure proper performance during this option eliminates 99.9% of Residential and Commercial, family sized clothes washer. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, a shortened wash time, and extra high-speed spin to reduce wrinkling. This option combines...
... on clothing, bedding, and towels. See "Control Panel and Features" for Allergen Reduction Performance effectiveness. †† Sanitize This washer has a Sanitize option that is complete. Only the Sanitize option has been designed to flush excess dirt from normally-soiled items. ...tumbling action, with the lowest spinning to ensure proper performance during this option eliminates 99.9% of Residential and Commercial, family sized clothes washer. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, a shortened wash time, and extra high-speed spin to reduce wrinkling. This option combines...
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...Swimwear, items that best fits the load being washed. Use this cycle with 3-5 items, not more than 1/4 full. Small load: Fill the washer drum with medium and large loads. For best results, avoid packing tightly. 8 SPECIAL-PURPOSE CYCLES Settings and options shown in the drum, and ... high-speed tumbling. Add items or try again. For some options cannot be used together. This cycle provides a soak with Affresh® washer cleaner to about 3/4 full. Load Size Recommendations NOTE: A single item, bulky items, or tightly packing may wish to set the spin ...
...Swimwear, items that best fits the load being washed. Use this cycle with 3-5 items, not more than 1/4 full. Small load: Fill the washer drum with medium and large loads. For best results, avoid packing tightly. 8 SPECIAL-PURPOSE CYCLES Settings and options shown in the drum, and ... high-speed tumbling. Add items or try again. For some options cannot be used together. This cycle provides a soak with Affresh® washer cleaner to about 3/4 full. Load Size Recommendations NOTE: A single item, bulky items, or tightly packing may wish to set the spin ...
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...instructions to determine the amount of suds for colorfastness by pushing it without clothes. Use only HE detergent. Sort and prepare your garments. Open the washer door. It may require a service call. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." n Turn... Guide" for a medium-size load. n Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer 1. Load laundry into fabric. Washer door should close easily. n Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product instructions. USING YOUR...
...instructions to determine the amount of suds for colorfastness by pushing it without clothes. Use only HE detergent. Sort and prepare your garments. Open the washer door. It may require a service call. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." n Turn... Guide" for a medium-size load. n Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer 1. Load laundry into fabric. Washer door should close easily. n Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product instructions. USING YOUR...
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...NOTE: Do not mix powdered products with a pour spout; They will not dispense correctly. 5. Add liquid chlorine bleach to immediately dispense into washer. n Do not fill beyond the "MAX" level. Overfilling will cause fabric softener to dispenser (if desired) Liquid chlorine bleach compartment Add a...fabric softener to this compartment. Liquid detergent may remain in this compartment along with the same type of liquid fabric softener into the washer too early. Open the dispenser drawer. 2. Add laundry products as described in the last rinse, even if 2nd Rinse is completely...
...NOTE: Do not mix powdered products with a pour spout; They will not dispense correctly. 5. Add liquid chlorine bleach to immediately dispense into washer. n Do not fill beyond the "MAX" level. Overfilling will cause fabric softener to dispenser (if desired) Liquid chlorine bleach compartment Add a...fabric softener to this compartment. Liquid detergent may remain in this compartment along with the same type of liquid fabric softener into the washer too early. Open the dispenser drawer. 2. Add laundry products as described in the last rinse, even if 2nd Rinse is completely...
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... the Temp Level, Spin Speed, and Soil Level. Press START/PAUSE. NOTE: Not all settings are available with all options are available on the washer. To pause a cycle in the display window. 10. Press and hold POWER/CANCEL to turn on some models) Slowly close door and press ...do so while the "Add Clothes" light is illuminated. 2. See "Cycle Guide" for the selected cycle. To cancel a cycle press POWER/CANCEL, then the washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can be canceled, the items added, and a new wash cycle started. 11 Tightly packing, unbalanced loads, or excessive...
... the Temp Level, Spin Speed, and Soil Level. Press START/PAUSE. NOTE: Not all settings are available with all options are available on the washer. To pause a cycle in the display window. 10. Press and hold POWER/CANCEL to turn on some models) Slowly close door and press ...do so while the "Add Clothes" light is illuminated. 2. See "Cycle Guide" for the selected cycle. To cancel a cycle press POWER/CANCEL, then the washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can be canceled, the items added, and a new wash cycle started. 11 Tightly packing, unbalanced loads, or excessive...
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... load periodically for better ventilation and drying of bleach to finish. If you will determine whether clothing or other items are detected in the washer, it to avoid damaging product over time. 3. n A small amount of metal objects on garments. NOTE: The basket will rotate, then...To clean exterior: 1. NOTE: n After any spills. 2. IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to remove the load promptly, use abrasive products. 12 The washer will not fill, and the basket will take up to avoid water leaks. Then repeat steps 1, 2, and 6 to cancel the flashing LED light. ...
... load periodically for better ventilation and drying of bleach to finish. If you will determine whether clothing or other items are detected in the washer, it to avoid damaging product over time. 3. n A small amount of metal objects on garments. NOTE: The basket will rotate, then...To clean exterior: 1. NOTE: n After any spills. 2. IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to remove the load promptly, use abrasive products. 12 The washer will not fill, and the basket will take up to avoid water leaks. Then repeat steps 1, 2, and 6 to cancel the flashing LED light. ...
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...release lever and pull straight out to remove the dispenser. d) Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let the washer interior air dry with the dilute solution, using the procedure that follows. IMPORTANT: Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for stained areas.... softener and bleach compartments). 3. Inspect the colored seal between the door opening and the basket for prolonged periods. Remove the insert (the siphon from the washer. 2. Seal 3. c) Let stand 5 minutes. Replace the insert. 7. IMPORTANT: Dispenser is not dishwasher safe. 13 a) Mix a dilute solution, using ...
...release lever and pull straight out to remove the dispenser. d) Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let the washer interior air dry with the dilute solution, using the procedure that follows. IMPORTANT: Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for stained areas.... softener and bleach compartments). 3. Inspect the colored seal between the door opening and the basket for prolonged periods. Remove the insert (the siphon from the washer. 2. Seal 3. c) Let stand 5 minutes. Replace the insert. 7. IMPORTANT: Dispenser is not dishwasher safe. 13 a) Mix a dilute solution, using ...
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... Operate your inlet hoses, mark replacement date on label with transport bolts and in the upright position. Turn off water supply to washer to avoid flooding due to keep it from back of hose failure, replace inlet hoses every five years and periodically inspect for about...and from hanging onto the ground. IMPORTANT: Call for a period of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run washer through NORMAL cycle to your washer for service to washer. 2. Before using your washer, it will be properly set up for a medium-size load. 14 Refer to Installation Instructions to mix ...
... Operate your inlet hoses, mark replacement date on label with transport bolts and in the upright position. Turn off water supply to washer to avoid flooding due to keep it from back of hose failure, replace inlet hoses every five years and periodically inspect for about...and from hanging onto the ground. IMPORTANT: Call for a period of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run washer through NORMAL cycle to your washer for service to washer. 2. Before using your washer, it will be properly set up for a medium-size load. 14 Refer to Installation Instructions to mix ...
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... service call for service. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Error Code Appears in Display Once any possible issues are still in the washer. Washer may not be level. Use only HE detergent. If the code appears again, call . Front and rear feet must be in .... 15 If flooring is higher than 4.5" (114 mm). TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to clear the code. Vibration or Off-Balance Vibration, rocking, or "walking" Feet may not be in...
... service call for service. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Error Code Appears in Display Once any possible issues are still in the washer. Washer may not be level. Use only HE detergent. If the code appears again, call . Front and rear feet must be in .... 15 If flooring is higher than 4.5" (114 mm). TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to clear the code. Vibration or Off-Balance Vibration, rocking, or "walking" Feet may not be in...
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...opened during the spin/drain cycles. The washer senses load sizes and adds the correct amount of cabinet Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to possibly ...not become clogged. Tighten fill-hose connection. Water can restrict water flow. 16 Water Leaks Check the following for proper water supply. Washer not performing as coins could fall between basket and tub or may be turned on clothing such as final amounts of the door when...
...opened during the spin/drain cycles. The washer senses load sizes and adds the correct amount of cabinet Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to possibly ...not become clogged. Tighten fill-hose connection. Water can restrict water flow. 16 Water Leaks Check the following for proper water supply. Washer not performing as coins could fall between basket and tub or may be turned on clothing such as final amounts of the door when...
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...visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for washer to run or fill, washer stops working (cont.) Check proper electrical supply. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Door must be stopped to check if voltage is low. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Check ...closed and latched for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call an electrician to reduce suds. Only use an extension cord. Washer will pause during certain phases of tumbling and soak. Do not interrupt cycle. Suds from regular detergents can begin. 17 Select ...
...visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for washer to run or fill, washer stops working (cont.) Check proper electrical supply. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Door must be stopped to check if voltage is low. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Check ...closed and latched for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call an electrician to reduce suds. Only use an extension cord. Washer will pause during certain phases of tumbling and soak. Do not interrupt cycle. Suds from regular detergents can begin. 17 Select ...
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... avoid a service call. Door will not unlock Door locks when cycle has started. If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not reversed. The drain hose fits too tightly in the inlet hose. 18 The... item such as recommended. Remove any water remaining in hoses. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for proper water supply. See "Installation Requirements." Cycles with the number of balance. To remove extra suds, Select RINSE/DRAIN...
... avoid a service call. Door will not unlock Door locks when cycle has started. If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not reversed. The drain hose fits too tightly in the inlet hose. 18 The... item such as recommended. Remove any water remaining in hoses. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for proper water supply. See "Installation Requirements." Cycles with the number of balance. To remove extra suds, Select RINSE/DRAIN...
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...for load size recommendations for fabric type. Items need to unload the washer at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to move freely to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener staining. Unload the washer as soon as recommended. Dispensing balls will not be wetter than when.... Hard water or high level of the cycle. Consider using too much HE detergent. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started . Use cycle designed for tough cleaning. See the "Cycle Guide" for load size recommendations for heavily soiled loads. Not...
...for load size recommendations for fabric type. Items need to unload the washer at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to move freely to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener staining. Unload the washer as soon as recommended. Dispensing balls will not be wetter than when.... Hard water or high level of the cycle. Consider using too much HE detergent. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started . Use cycle designed for tough cleaning. See the "Cycle Guide" for load size recommendations for heavily soiled loads. Not...
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...for washing heavy soils in cold or hard water. Measure detergent and fabric softener. Items may have tangled. Avoid tightly packing the washer. Do not use . Use more detergent for more information. Load dispensers before adding the load. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in... garments after the cycle is complete to dry between uses. Water in dispenser at www.maytag.com/help for color-safe bleach or oxi products. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as recommended. To avoid odors, leave the door open after cycle has finished...
...for washing heavy soils in cold or hard water. Measure detergent and fabric softener. Items may have tangled. Avoid tightly packing the washer. Do not use . Use more detergent for more information. Load dispensers before adding the load. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in... garments after the cycle is complete to dry between uses. Water in dispenser at www.maytag.com/help for color-safe bleach or oxi products. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as recommended. To avoid odors, leave the door open after cycle has finished...
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... experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as a rug or jacket with additional tumbling. If larger loads are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts to possibly avoid a service call. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for ...assistance and to remove extra suds and ensure proper rinsing of your garments. cycle time too long Excessive suds in washer.
... experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as a rug or jacket with additional tumbling. If larger loads are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts to possibly avoid a service call. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for ...assistance and to remove extra suds and ensure proper rinsing of your garments. cycle time too long Excessive suds in washer.
Energy Guide
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U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MHWE201Y*, MHWE251Y*, MHWE301Y* Cat. H1WK6A2B(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $16 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of ...
U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MHWE201Y*, MHWE251Y*, MHWE301Y* Cat. H1WK6A2B(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $16 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of ...
Dimension Guide
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...: 501/4" (1276 mm) 27" (686 mm) 36" (914 mm) 301/2" (775 mm) Recessed area or closet installation without pedestal Undercounter installation washer only: 2" (50 mm) 36" min. (914 mm) Cabinet installation: 7" (178 mm) 9" (229 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 4" (102 mm) Recessed or closet installation with ... cm2) 3284" min. (691605 mm) 4" (102 mm) 3" (76 mm) 24 in.2 (155 cm2) 4" (102 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) Recessed or closet installation stacked washer and dryer 12" (305 mm) 3" (76 mm) 72" (1829 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 51/4" (133 mm) 3" (76 mm) 24 in door are the minimum...
...: 501/4" (1276 mm) 27" (686 mm) 36" (914 mm) 301/2" (775 mm) Recessed area or closet installation without pedestal Undercounter installation washer only: 2" (50 mm) 36" min. (914 mm) Cabinet installation: 7" (178 mm) 9" (229 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 4" (102 mm) Recessed or closet installation with ... cm2) 3284" min. (691605 mm) 4" (102 mm) 3" (76 mm) 24 in.2 (155 cm2) 4" (102 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) Recessed or closet installation stacked washer and dryer 12" (305 mm) 3" (76 mm) 72" (1829 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 51/4" (133 mm) 3" (76 mm) 24 in door are the minimum...