Installation Guide
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... recessed area. 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 Drain hose with clamp, U-form, and cable tie Inlet hoses with flat washers To order, please refer to 13⁄4" (44.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your...steel couplings (2 pack) 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 toll-free phone...
... recessed area. 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 Drain hose with clamp, U-form, and cable tie Inlet hoses with flat washers To order, please refer to 13⁄4" (44.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your...steel couplings (2 pack) 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 toll-free phone...
Installation Guide
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...companion appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be exposed to reduce noise transfer. See "Washer Care" in your Use and Care Guide. To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in temperatures below... 120° F (49° C). n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on back of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Floor drain system 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for ease of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all ...
...companion appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be exposed to reduce noise transfer. See "Washer Care" in your Use and Care Guide. To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in temperatures below... 120° F (49° C). n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on back of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Floor drain system 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for ease of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all ...
Installation Guide
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..., grounded in accordance with the sound shield to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. Remove shipping base. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to install it is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; or 20-amp...fused electrical supply is recommended. n To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be provided. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time. 4 n Do...
..., grounded in accordance with the sound shield to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. Remove shipping base. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to install it is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; or 20-amp...fused electrical supply is recommended. n To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be provided. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time. 4 n Do...
Installation Guide
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... of laundry tub. Remove packing tray from tray. See "Tools and Parts." 6. Be sure to move washer later. 4. Free power cord Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub. Remove the red plastic plug from rear... panel. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of the washer. You may need to remove all parts from tub CONNECT DRAIN HOSE 5. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in place on the ...
... of laundry tub. Remove packing tray from tray. See "Tools and Parts." 6. Be sure to move washer later. 4. Free power cord Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub. Remove the red plastic plug from rear... panel. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of the washer. You may need to remove all parts from tub CONNECT DRAIN HOSE 5. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in place on the ...
Installation Guide
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... small amount of water may need to inlet valves. Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only) 9. CONNECT INLET HOSES Washer must be connected to faucets or washer. Do not use tape or sealants on water faucets to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe,...5 years. If you are found. 11. Connect inlet hoses to a cold water faucet, you will drain later. 6 Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use old hoses. n Periodically inspect and ...
... small amount of water may need to inlet valves. Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only) 9. CONNECT INLET HOSES Washer must be connected to faucets or washer. Do not use tape or sealants on water faucets to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe,...5 years. If you are found. 11. Connect inlet hoses to a cold water faucet, you will drain later. 6 Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use old hoses. n Periodically inspect and ...
Installation Guide
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...four feet make sure all models, recheck levelness of front using lid, as needed. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Rock washer back and forth to prop washer with floor. Check levelness of sides. Adjust leveling feet 4.54".5" (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) 4.5" (1143 mm) Jam ...standpipe with plastic feet, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to raise the washer. Then turn the plastic leveling foot counterclockwise to lower the washer or clockwise to turn jam nuts clockwise on models with plastic feet). HELPFUL TIP: You may want to ...
...four feet make sure all models, recheck levelness of front using lid, as needed. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Rock washer back and forth to prop washer with floor. Check levelness of sides. Adjust leveling feet 4.54".5" (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) 4.5" (1143 mm) Jam ...standpipe with plastic feet, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to raise the washer. Then turn the plastic leveling foot counterclockwise to lower the washer or clockwise to turn jam nuts clockwise on models with plastic feet). HELPFUL TIP: You may want to ...
Installation Guide
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...now installed. q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. 16. q Read "Washer Care" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of /recycle all parts are on washer. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. ...Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). q Check that all packaging materials. q Remove film from washer. q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q ...
...now installed. q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. 16. q Read "Washer Care" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of /recycle all parts are on washer. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. ...Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). q Check that all packaging materials. q Remove film from washer. q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q ...
Installation Guide
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... you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Check the following for proper installation: Feet may not be attached and have both the washer and the faucet, and have water flowing to pump out water within ten minutes) Check plumbing for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Check...Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Do not tape over drain opening. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are properly seated. Remove any clogs from washer cabinet and properly secure it to drain pipe or tub. Water may not be on . Check for proper electrical supply. Do not use an...
... you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Check the following for proper installation: Feet may not be attached and have both the washer and the faucet, and have water flowing to pump out water within ten minutes) Check plumbing for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Check...Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Do not tape over drain opening. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are properly seated. Remove any clogs from washer cabinet and properly secure it to drain pipe or tub. Water may not be on . Check for proper electrical supply. Do not use an...
Energy Guide
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Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWX500B*, MVWX600B* Cat. V3pBCEmA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $14 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of Similar ...
Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWX500B*, MVWX600B* Cat. V3pBCEmA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $14 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of Similar ...
Use & Care Guide
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...as the washplate moves the load. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. There will be different kinds of your past agitator-style washer. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the garments will likely result in your load or allows time for some of the... the beginning of the load to produce the right amount of water as the lid lock goes through a self-test. Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your previous washer. Using regular detergent will settle in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock,...
...as the washplate moves the load. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. There will be different kinds of your past agitator-style washer. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the garments will likely result in your load or allows time for some of the... the beginning of the load to produce the right amount of water as the lid lock goes through a self-test. Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your previous washer. Using regular detergent will settle in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock,...
Use & Care Guide
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...Wash Temp senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected soil level. 4 Appearance may change at different stages in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the soils. Turn the knob to select a cycle for more wash time, if needed . SENSING When...light may also hear water flowing through the dispenser, adding detergent to soak into the load, and resume adding water. Unlike traditional washers, the load is spinning, it may notice sounds or pauses that are available on during sensing. Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning...
...Wash Temp senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected soil level. 4 Appearance may change at different stages in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the soils. Turn the knob to select a cycle for more wash time, if needed . SENSING When...light may also hear water flowing through the dispenser, adding detergent to soak into the load, and resume adding water. Unlike traditional washers, the load is spinning, it may notice sounds or pauses that are available on during sensing. Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning...
Use & Care Guide
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...restarted. 5 LID LOCKED To allow for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed. The sensing process will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener-On option was spinning at increasing speeds for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid... will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on . Avoid opening the lid during sensing. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. Press START/ Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. DONE Once the cycle is ...
...restarted. 5 LID LOCKED To allow for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed. The sensing process will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener-On option was spinning at increasing speeds for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid... will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on . Avoid opening the lid during sensing. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. Press START/ Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. DONE Once the cycle is ...
Use & Care Guide
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... all models. This cycle uses spray rinses. Settings may take longer for some items than other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle...wet items Drain & Spin N/A High This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. This cycle uses a higher water level. Not all cycles and options are cold...
... all models. This cycle uses spray rinses. Settings may take longer for some items than other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle...wet items Drain & Spin N/A High This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. This cycle uses a higher water level. Not all cycles and options are cold...
Use & Care Guide
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...and remove non-washable trim and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to your laundry Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into washer For best performance, load garments in death, fire, or electrical shock. 2. Add laundry products • Empty pockets. Helpful Tips: .... Try mixing different sized garments to adding laundry products. Always read and follow manufacturer's instructions. 3. NOTE: Do not add clothes to washer basket prior to reduce tangling. Load laundry into a grounded 3 prong outlet. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to adding laundry...
...and remove non-washable trim and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to your laundry Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into washer For best performance, load garments in death, fire, or electrical shock. 2. Add laundry products • Empty pockets. Helpful Tips: .... Try mixing different sized garments to adding laundry products. Always read and follow manufacturer's instructions. 3. NOTE: Do not add clothes to washer basket prior to reduce tangling. Load laundry into a grounded 3 prong outlet. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to adding laundry...
Use & Care Guide
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...to produce the right amount of suds for information on your wash cycle. 8 always follow manufacturer's directions for a small amount of cleaning washer dispenser trays. 5. Do not overfill or dilute. Select cycle Liquid Chlorine Bleach Do not overfill, dilute, or use color-safe bleach ...or Oxi products in cycle. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). Using regular detergent will be dispensed into washer. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser Pour a measured amount of detergent to remain in the dispenser at correct time in the same cycle with...
...to produce the right amount of suds for information on your wash cycle. 8 always follow manufacturer's directions for a small amount of cleaning washer dispenser trays. 5. Do not overfill or dilute. Select cycle Liquid Chlorine Bleach Do not overfill, dilute, or use color-safe bleach ...or Oxi products in cycle. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). Using regular detergent will be dispensed into washer. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser Pour a measured amount of detergent to remain in the dispenser at correct time in the same cycle with...
Use & Care Guide
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...water may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you select a cycle, select the desire soil level by turning the Wash Temp knob... more than 10 minutes the water will be cooler than your garments. Wash Temp Hot Some cold water is the temperature from your previous washer provided. Suggested Fabrics Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils Bright colors Moderate to light soils Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Dark ...
...water may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you select a cycle, select the desire soil level by turning the Wash Temp knob... more than 10 minutes the water will be cooler than your garments. Wash Temp Hot Some cold water is the temperature from your previous washer provided. Suggested Fabrics Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils Bright colors Moderate to light soils Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Dark ...
Use & Care Guide
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...Unlock button to rinse cleaner from the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth and towel dry. Do not attempt to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odorcausing residue. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are not removable.... Operation is complete, leave the lid open between uses to remove the dispensers or trim for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after you may result in undesirable odor. 2. U se warm and hot wash water settings ...
...Unlock button to rinse cleaner from the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth and towel dry. Do not attempt to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odorcausing residue. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are not removable.... Operation is complete, leave the lid open between uses to remove the dispensers or trim for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after you may result in undesirable odor. 2. U se warm and hot wash water settings ...
Use & Care Guide
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...these steps: 1. If moving during freezing weather, follow these instructions can damage washer. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Failure to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use an extension cord. Use only HE... High Efficiency detergent. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Unplug power cord. 5. If you are home. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use an adapter. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Shut off both water faucets....
...these steps: 1. If moving during freezing weather, follow these instructions can damage washer. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Failure to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use an extension cord. Use only HE... High Efficiency detergent. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Unplug power cord. 5. If you are home. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use an adapter. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Shut off both water faucets....
Use & Care Guide
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... connection. Water can cause basket to washer. 12 Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help In Canada www.maytag.ca for leaks or clogged sink or... drain. Washer may be level. Loose items such as final amounts of plywood under the Lid." It is...
... connection. Water can cause basket to washer. 12 Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help In Canada www.maytag.ca for leaks or clogged sink or... drain. Washer may be level. Loose items such as final amounts of plywood under the Lid." It is...