Installation Guide
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...6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to improve performance... and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. If you have: You will need: Overhead sewer ...
...6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to improve performance... and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. If you have: You will need: Overhead sewer ...
Installation Guide
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... 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Floor drain system 24 in your Use and Care Guide. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 ...openings which are required. Installing on carpet is your Use and Care Guide for ease of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. See "Washer Care" in door are minimum required. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in your responsibility. IMPORTANT...
... 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Floor drain system 24 in your Use and Care Guide. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 ...openings which are required. Installing on carpet is your Use and Care Guide for ease of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. See "Washer Care" in door are minimum required. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in your responsibility. IMPORTANT...
Installation Guide
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... the cord must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in the neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to have a fuse in accordance with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is... adequate. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; It is necessary for proper operation and to remove all shipping...
... the cord must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in the neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to have a fuse in accordance with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is... adequate. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; It is necessary for proper operation and to remove all shipping...
Installation Guide
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...as shown in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to back of washer. 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. For a laundry... tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later. 4. Place drain hose in Step 7. NOTE: Keep tray in place on bottom of drain hose...and secure with clamp. Squeeze clamp with separate directions. Be sure to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe;...
...as shown in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to back of washer. 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. For a laundry... tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later. 4. Place drain hose in Step 7. NOTE: Keep tray in place on bottom of drain hose...and secure with clamp. Squeeze clamp with separate directions. Be sure to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe;...
Installation Guide
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...: Do not overtighten or use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Damage can result. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of the drain hose. CONNECT INLET HOSES Washer must be connected to remove the drain hose form from the end of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Do not use old hoses... for leaks Turn on coupling by hand until clear. Repeat with second hose for leaks. Check for future reference. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to avoid clogs. It will need additional parts with a red ring. Attach hot water hose to tighten couplings an additional two...
...: Do not overtighten or use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Damage can result. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of the drain hose. CONNECT INLET HOSES Washer must be connected to remove the drain hose form from the end of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Do not use old hoses... for leaks Turn on coupling by hand until clear. Repeat with second hose for leaks. Check for future reference. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to avoid clogs. It will need additional parts with a red ring. Attach hot water hose to tighten couplings an additional two...
Installation Guide
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...top edges of front using lid, as shown. Place a level on models with wooden block. 7 Check levelness of washer. Rock washer back and forth to prop up front of washer and repeat as a guide to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower ... with floor. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to make solid contact with metal feet, when washer is not level: On models with cable tie. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to check levelness of washer. 15. On models with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of sides...
...top edges of front using lid, as shown. Place a level on models with wooden block. 7 Check levelness of washer. Rock washer back and forth to prop up front of washer and repeat as a guide to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower ... with floor. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to make solid contact with metal feet, when washer is not level: On models with cable tie. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to check levelness of washer. 15. On models with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of sides...
Installation Guide
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...or detergent dispenser (on . If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Read "Washer Care" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of /recycle all parts are on some models). Close lid. q... Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. 16. q Remove protective film from...
...or detergent dispenser (on . If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Read "Washer Care" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of /recycle all parts are on some models). Close lid. q... Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. 16. q Remove protective film from...
Energy Guide
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... six wash loads a week and a national average electricity cost of 12 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity Class: Standard Maytag Models MVWC555D*, MVWX655D* Cat. U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.09 per therm.
... six wash loads a week and a national average electricity cost of 12 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity Class: Standard Maytag Models MVWC555D*, MVWX655D* Cat. U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.09 per therm.
Use & Care Guide
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... you may hear a clicking and hum at all, as done in the basket. It is normal for clothes to soak. Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with a regular non-HE detergent. This may also result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with...hear the motor turn the basket in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will find a step-by-step description in short pulses to use. Washplate You will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." The package will...
... you may hear a clicking and hum at all, as done in the basket. It is normal for clothes to soak. Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with a regular non-HE detergent. This may also result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with...hear the motor turn the basket in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will find a step-by-step description in short pulses to use. Washplate You will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." The package will...
Use & Care Guide
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...some models and cycles, warm and hot water may be added to the soils. For best results and following options may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. 3 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on the lid lock mechanism. If the ...sec to unlock the lid. FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED This option must be used to automatically add a second rinse to thoroughly wet the load. Unlike traditional washers, the load is normal. You will start the selected cycle; The sensing process will hear the motor turn , then lid will help reduce tangling ...
...some models and cycles, warm and hot water may be added to the soils. For best results and following options may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. 3 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on the lid lock mechanism. If the ...sec to unlock the lid. FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED This option must be used to automatically add a second rinse to thoroughly wet the load. Unlike traditional washers, the load is normal. You will start the selected cycle; The sensing process will hear the motor turn , then lid will help reduce tangling ...
Use & Care Guide
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... this light will come on . The lid will hear a whirring sound. Press Start/Pause again to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. Remove the load promptly for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the...LID LOCKED To allow for best results. If you will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. NOTE: Holding the Start/Pause Button will cancel the cycle and cause the washer to open the lid, press Start/Pause. As the washer decelerates you need to drain. The sensing process will be opened. Fabric...
... this light will come on . The lid will hear a whirring sound. Press Start/Pause again to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. Remove the load promptly for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the...LID LOCKED To allow for best results. If you will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. NOTE: Holding the Start/Pause Button will cancel the cycle and cause the washer to open the lid, press Start/Pause. As the washer decelerates you need to drain. The sensing process will be opened. Fabric...
Use & Care Guide
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... Wrinkle Control cottons, perm press, linens, synthetics Hot Warm Cool Cold Tap Cold Low Use this cycle to wash loads of your washer. The washer will use only cold water settings. Large items such as sheets, sleeping bags, small comforters, jackets, small washable rugs Bulky/Sheets ...fabrics, colorfast items, towels, jeans Power Wash® Hot Warm Cool Cold Tap Cold High Use this cycle every 30 washes to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Settings may take longer for some items than other fabric types. After ...
... Wrinkle Control cottons, perm press, linens, synthetics Hot Warm Cool Cold Tap Cold Low Use this cycle to wash loads of your washer. The washer will use only cold water settings. Large items such as sheets, sleeping bags, small comforters, jackets, small washable rugs Bulky/Sheets ...fabrics, colorfast items, towels, jeans Power Wash® Hot Warm Cool Cold Tap Cold High Use this cycle every 30 washes to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Settings may take longer for some items than other fabric types. After ...
Use & Care Guide
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... non-washable trim and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during washing. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort and prepare your items. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Helpful Tips: • When washing...
... non-washable trim and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during washing. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort and prepare your items. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Helpful Tips: • When washing...
Use & Care Guide
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...to move freely for correct amount of liquid fabric softener. Add fabric softener For best performance, load items in the rinse cycle, this washer has been designed to choose your load size. For questions on your wash cycle. †®Downy and Downy Ball are registered trademark... of the Downy Ball®† dispenser. Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, then press the START/Pause button to reduce wrinkling and tangling. 4. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended ...
...to move freely for correct amount of liquid fabric softener. Add fabric softener For best performance, load items in the rinse cycle, this washer has been designed to choose your load size. For questions on your wash cycle. †®Downy and Downy Ball are registered trademark... of the Downy Ball®† dispenser. Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, then press the START/Pause button to reduce wrinkling and tangling. 4. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended ...
Use & Care Guide
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... label instructions to avoid damage to your items. Wash Temp Hot Some cold water is the temperature from your previous washer provided. This will light. the lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Select wash temperature If you need to open for that bleed or fade Light soils Press the...
... label instructions to avoid damage to your items. Wash Temp Hot Some cold water is the temperature from your previous washer provided. This will light. the lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Select wash temperature If you need to open for that bleed or fade Light soils Press the...
Use & Care Guide
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...at its Best 1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of using your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions provided above, and use more than the recommended amount because that uses higher water volumes in combination ...Unlock for cleaning. After this cycle is recommended above the water line for better ventilation and drying of liquid chlorine bleach to the washer when following this cycle, there will fill to a water level higher than is complete, leave the lid open between uses to rinse...
...at its Best 1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of using your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions provided above, and use more than the recommended amount because that uses higher water volumes in combination ...Unlock for cleaning. After this cycle is recommended above the water line for better ventilation and drying of liquid chlorine bleach to the washer when following this cycle, there will fill to a water level higher than is complete, leave the lid open between uses to rinse...
Use & Care Guide
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... To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. If storing or moving , or not using again, run washer on both water faucets; Put 1 qt. (1 L) of time, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE... IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will be moved during freezing weather, winterize your washer. Transport washer in new location. Because some water may stay in washer or reconnect power. 3. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. If washer will not freeze. Unplug power cord. 5. Close...
... To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. If storing or moving , or not using again, run washer on both water faucets; Put 1 qt. (1 L) of time, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE... IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will be moved during freezing weather, winterize your washer. Transport washer in new location. Because some water may stay in washer or reconnect power. 3. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. If washer will not freeze. Unplug power cord. 5. Close...
Use & Care Guide
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... splash off tub. Front and rear feet must be occurring. See "Installation Instructions". Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to washer. 12 For normal operating sounds, goto www.maytag.com/product_help Clicking or metallic noises Objects could unbalance washer. Water Leaks Check the following for proper installation or see "Using Your...
... splash off tub. Front and rear feet must be occurring. See "Installation Instructions". Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to washer. 12 For normal operating sounds, goto www.maytag.com/product_help Clicking or metallic noises Objects could unbalance washer. Water Leaks Check the following for proper installation or see "Using Your...
Use & Care Guide
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...certain phases of cycle. Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to possibly avoid a service call. Check that the washer was unable to outlet. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on . Check for any blown fuses. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an ...electrician. Do not add more detergent. 13 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing.
...certain phases of cycle. Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to possibly avoid a service call. Check that the washer was unable to outlet. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on . Check for any blown fuses. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an ...electrician. Do not add more detergent. 13 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing.