Energy Guide
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Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWB880B*, MVWB980B* Cat. U.S. V3kw5CjA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $17 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of Similar ...
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWB880B*, MVWB980B* Cat. U.S. V3kw5CjA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $17 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of Similar ...
Installation Guide
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Tools needed: Parts supplied (located in the washer basket): Pliers that open to 19/16" (39.5 mm) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain hose form Cable Tie Parts needed (Not supplied with washer): Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Tape measure or ruler Level 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Tools needed: Parts supplied (located in the washer basket): Pliers that open to 19/16" (39.5 mm) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain hose form Cable Tie Parts needed (Not supplied with washer): Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Tape measure or ruler Level 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Installation Guide
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...(127 mm) 3"* (76 mm) Front view Side view Closet door with maximum slope of your "Use and Care Guide." Installing the washer on carpet is your washer to water, weather, or at temperatures below 32° F (0° C). Proper installation is not recommended. ■■ A sturdy... hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts (Not supplied with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of the washer to the back of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show ...
...(127 mm) 3"* (76 mm) Front view Side view Closet door with maximum slope of your "Use and Care Guide." Installing the washer on carpet is your washer to water, weather, or at temperatures below 32° F (0° C). Proper installation is not recommended. ■■ A sturdy... hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts (Not supplied with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of the washer to the back of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show ...
Installation Guide
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... a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker on a separate circuit serving only this washer is recommended. ■■ This washer is properly grounded. ■■ Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■■ If...Guide." Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of wash tub. install no higher than 96" (2.4 m), you are not sure the washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. ■■ To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be at least ...
... a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker on a separate circuit serving only this washer is recommended. ■■ This washer is properly grounded. ■■ Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■■ If...Guide." Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of wash tub. install no higher than 96" (2.4 m), you are not sure the washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. ■■ To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be at least ...
Installation Guide
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... shipping base. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE IMPORTANT: Proper connection of washer. 5 IMPORTANT: ■■ Be sure the foam shipping base has been removed from washer. Then, set the washer onto cardboard before laying washer on floor behind washer for proper operation. REMOVE SHIPPING BASE AND PACKING RING 1....Remove shipping base and packing ring INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you need to move the washer in the future. Remove drain hose from washer cabinet Gently pull hose out of back of the washer as directed in the "Remove Shipping Base and Packing Ring" section. ■...
... shipping base. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE IMPORTANT: Proper connection of washer. 5 IMPORTANT: ■■ Be sure the foam shipping base has been removed from washer. Then, set the washer onto cardboard before laying washer on floor behind washer for proper operation. REMOVE SHIPPING BASE AND PACKING RING 1....Remove shipping base and packing ring INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you need to move the washer in the future. Remove drain hose from washer cabinet Gently pull hose out of back of the washer as directed in the "Remove Shipping Base and Packing Ring" section. ■...
Installation Guide
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...coupling by hand until clear. Coupling B. Connect inlet hoses to avoid clogs. Use pliers to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). Water should be connected for air. ■■ Do not lay excess hose on smooth sections of form. You ...hose is empty. Bend hose and feed through hoses into standpipe. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use hoses without washers. 2. Connect drain hose form CONNECT INLET HOSES 1. Washer IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks, check that the hot water hose is connected to work properly. See "Tools and Parts...
...coupling by hand until clear. Coupling B. Connect inlet hoses to avoid clogs. Use pliers to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). Water should be connected for air. ■■ Do not lay excess hose on smooth sections of form. You ...hose is empty. Bend hose and feed through hoses into standpipe. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use hoses without washers. 2. Connect drain hose form CONNECT INLET HOSES 1. Washer IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks, check that the hot water hose is connected to work properly. See "Tools and Parts...
Installation Guide
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...vibration. 1. You will help reduce the chance of water may be connected for future reference. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Move washer to final location Attach hot water hose to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, ...cable tie (A). Repeat with the floor. Record hose installation or replacement dates for washer to check whether all four feet are found. Rock the washer back and forth to work properly. Move the washer to faucets or washer. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 4.5" 4.5" (114 mm) (114 mm...
...vibration. 1. You will help reduce the chance of water may be connected for future reference. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Move washer to final location Attach hot water hose to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, ...cable tie (A). Repeat with the floor. Record hose installation or replacement dates for washer to check whether all four feet are found. Rock the washer back and forth to work properly. Move the washer to faucets or washer. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 4.5" 4.5" (114 mm) (114 mm...
Installation Guide
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...on . ■■ Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. ■■ Remove film from the washer tub for a medium-size load and pour it to raise the washer. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block. ■...;■ Check that you have all parts are on washer. Recheck levelness of the washer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Check that all of your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of High Efficiency (HE) powdered or liquid detergent for future relocation...
...on . ■■ Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. ■■ Remove film from the washer tub for a medium-size load and pour it to raise the washer. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block. ■...;■ Check that you have all parts are on washer. Recheck levelness of the washer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Check that all of your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of High Efficiency (HE) powdered or liquid detergent for future relocation...
Dimension Guide
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... All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of the washer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are required. Top Loading... Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS MVWB750Y, MVWB800Y, MVWB850Y, MVWB950Y, MVWB880B, MVWB980B Washer Dimensions: Spacing for recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) 45.5" (1156 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) ...
... All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of the washer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are required. Top Loading... Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS MVWB750Y, MVWB800Y, MVWB850Y, MVWB950Y, MVWB880B, MVWB980B Washer Dimensions: Spacing for recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) 45.5" (1156 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) ...
Dimension Guide
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.... If you must install higher than 41⁄2" (114 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. Top of washer. Secure drain hose with product. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- Select method you will need . To... wash tub. install no more than 96" (2.4 m), you need a sump pump system. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Specifications subject to change without notice. Wall standpipe ...
.... If you must install higher than 41⁄2" (114 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. Top of washer. Secure drain hose with product. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- Select method you will need . To... wash tub. install no more than 96" (2.4 m), you need a sump pump system. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Specifications subject to change without notice. Wall standpipe ...
Warranty Information
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...such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is used in the country in a remote area where service by calling Maytag. MAYTAG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and...operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help can be provided by Maytag. 5. Proof of the washer and that vary from state to state or province to correct non-cosmetic defects in materials or workmanship in accordance with...
...such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is used in the country in a remote area where service by calling Maytag. MAYTAG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and...operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help can be provided by Maytag. 5. Proof of the washer and that vary from state to state or province to correct non-cosmetic defects in materials or workmanship in accordance with...
Use & Care Guide
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...is normal, and does not indicate that are made to the soils. Concentrated Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to be above the water line. Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. The ...automatically turned on when a cycle is the low-water washplate wash system. IMPORTANT: You will be added. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in the basket. Auto Temperature Control Auto Temperature Control (ATC) regulates incoming hot and cold water, ...
...is normal, and does not indicate that are made to the soils. Concentrated Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to be above the water line. Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. The ...automatically turned on when a cycle is the low-water washplate wash system. IMPORTANT: You will be added. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in the basket. Auto Temperature Control Auto Temperature Control (ATC) regulates incoming hot and cold water, ...
Use & Care Guide
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...needed . Lower Soil Level settings will sound at end of the signal that is preset with certain cycles. When using fabric softener during the washer's operation, but will appear. 4 7 6 For most cycles. You may affect the time shown in removing items as soon as the...Cold rinses may increase wrinkling in the Estimated Time Remaining display and a different wash time will leave your laundry load. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on all cycles, options, and modifiers are disabled including Power/Cancel and End of a deep water rinse...
...needed . Lower Soil Level settings will sound at end of the signal that is preset with certain cycles. When using fabric softener during the washer's operation, but will appear. 4 7 6 For most cycles. You may affect the time shown in removing items as soon as the...Cold rinses may increase wrinkling in the Estimated Time Remaining display and a different wash time will leave your laundry load. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on all cycles, options, and modifiers are disabled including Power/Cancel and End of a deep water rinse...
Use & Care Guide
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... not dilute. n A t the end of the cycle, a small amount of the process, you can press REMINDER RESET button to run the clean washer cycle, or you may be dispensed during the wash cycle. At each stage of water may notice sounds or pauses that the lid is selected... measured liquid fabric softener into the liquid fabric softener dispenser, if desired. 7 LID LOCK INDICATOR This light indicates that are different from traditional washers. Dispensing balls will add a small amount of the load to move the basket while filling. Remove the load promptly for some of water ...
... not dilute. n A t the end of the cycle, a small amount of the process, you can press REMINDER RESET button to run the clean washer cycle, or you may be dispensed during the wash cycle. At each stage of water may notice sounds or pauses that the lid is selected... measured liquid fabric softener into the liquid fabric softener dispenser, if desired. 7 LID LOCK INDICATOR This light indicates that are different from traditional washers. Dispensing balls will add a small amount of the load to move the basket while filling. Remove the load promptly for some of water ...
Use & Care Guide
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... items labeled as plastic lined mattress pads, shower curtains, tarps, jackets, or sleeping bags, select the lowest spin speed setting available for the cycle and washer model being washed. Items to the same Soil Level setting. All cycle settings use a cold rinse temperature. ** Not all models default to wash: Cycle: Cottons...
... items labeled as plastic lined mattress pads, shower curtains, tarps, jackets, or sleeping bags, select the lowest spin speed setting available for the cycle and washer model being washed. Items to the same Soil Level setting. All cycle settings use a cold rinse temperature. ** Not all models default to wash: Cycle: Cottons...
Use & Care Guide
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...possible allergens Swimsuits, items that need rinsing only Wet load of your heavily soiled white fabrics. This cycle may also be used for draining the washer after canceling a cycle or completing a cycle after a power failure. Rinse/Drain & Spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics ...dispenser for that best fits the load being washed. This cycle can be interrupted. The time display will include an estimate of your washer. This cycle removes more water to flush out allergens, such as towels without liquid chlorine bleach. Some models will take to fill and...
...possible allergens Swimsuits, items that need rinsing only Wet load of your heavily soiled white fabrics. This cycle may also be used for draining the washer after canceling a cycle or completing a cycle after a power failure. Rinse/Drain & Spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics ...dispenser for that best fits the load being washed. This cycle can be interrupted. The time display will include an estimate of your washer. This cycle removes more water to flush out allergens, such as towels without liquid chlorine bleach. Some models will take to fill and...
Use & Care Guide
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... fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to use. 3. Try mixing different sized garments to garments during washing. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. If using the Bulky cycle. • Use mesh bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. •... to reduce tangling. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to the bottom of detergent or single-dose laundry packet into washer Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. when loaded, the center of the washplate; USING YOUR...
... fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to use. 3. Try mixing different sized garments to garments during washing. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. If using the Bulky cycle. • Use mesh bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. •... to reduce tangling. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to the bottom of detergent or single-dose laundry packet into washer Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. when loaded, the center of the washplate; USING YOUR...
Use & Care Guide
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...and reduced rinsing performance. Using regular detergent will not dispense correctly. 5. Pour a measured amount of fabric softener based on washer Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser Do not overfill, dilute, or use the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser for the best performance. If ...last rinse. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. Then select Fabric Softener option. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for correct amount of liquid fabric softener into washer. Overfilling dispenser will not dispense correctly. 4. Do not overfill or dilute. NOTE: Do not use ...
...and reduced rinsing performance. Using regular detergent will not dispense correctly. 5. Pour a measured amount of fabric softener based on washer Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser Do not overfill, dilute, or use the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser for the best performance. If ...last rinse. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. Then select Fabric Softener option. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for correct amount of liquid fabric softener into washer. Overfilling dispenser will not dispense correctly. 4. Do not overfill or dilute. NOTE: Do not use ...
Use & Care Guide
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... during the cycle. Select cycle options 9. Select cycle modifiers Select any other cycle options you select a cycle, the default settings for more than your previous washer provided. When the cycle has finished, the end of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. This is left open for that bleed or fade Light soils...
... during the cycle. Select cycle options 9. Select cycle modifiers Select any other cycle options you select a cycle, the default settings for more than your previous washer provided. When the cycle has finished, the end of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. This is left open for that bleed or fade Light soils...