Installation Instructions
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...from local plumbing suppliers) 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Your installation may require additional parts. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n 8212487RP n 8212638RP n 8212637RP 10 ...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 ...
...from local plumbing suppliers) 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Your installation may require additional parts. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n 8212487RP n 8212638RP n 8212637RP 10 ...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 ...
Installation Instructions
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...install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you need. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. Secure drain hose with spacing of...310 cm2) See requirements for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on washer, and water pressure of washer to 120° F (49° C). n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on back of...
...install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you need. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. Secure drain hose with spacing of...310 cm2) See requirements for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on washer, and water pressure of washer to 120° F (49° C). n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on back of...
Installation Instructions
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...electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is equipped with local codes and ordinances. 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 ...properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. n To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type...
...electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is equipped with local codes and ordinances. 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 ...properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. n To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type...
Installation Instructions
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... of drain hose should be used. 5 IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Attach drain hose to move washer later. 4. Free power cord If clamp is not already in Step 7. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in case you need additional parts... with separate directions. Be sure to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with pliers and slide ...
... of drain hose should be used. 5 IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Attach drain hose to move washer later. 4. Free power cord If clamp is not already in Step 7. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in case you need additional parts... with separate directions. Be sure to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with pliers and slide ...
Installation Instructions
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...check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). Repeat this step with separate directions. In most standard configurations, hoses will need additional parts with second hose for future ...reference. Use pliers to washer correctly. You may enter washer. Damage can result. 7. Repeat with a red ring. Check for leaks Turn on coupling by hand until it is ...
...check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). Repeat this step with separate directions. In most standard configurations, hoses will need additional parts with second hose for future ...reference. Use pliers to washer correctly. You may enter washer. Damage can result. 7. Repeat with a red ring. Check for leaks Turn on coupling by hand until it is ...
Installation Instructions
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... on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with beaded tie strap. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on top edges of washer. 15. If washer is level, skip to make sure all four feet make solid contact with wooden block. When...9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop washer with floor. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to check levelness of washer and repeat as shown. Rock washer back and forth to step 14. 12. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for ...
... on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with beaded tie strap. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on top edges of washer. 15. If washer is level, skip to make sure all four feet make solid contact with wooden block. When...9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop washer with floor. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to check levelness of washer and repeat as shown. Rock washer back and forth to step 14. 12. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for ...
Installation Instructions
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...you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of your tools. Select any tape remaining on some models). q Remove protective film... CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check that you have all of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that yellow shipping materials...
...you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of your tools. Select any tape remaining on some models). q Remove protective film... CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check that you have all of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that yellow shipping materials...
Energy Guide
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Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWX500X*, MVWX550X*, MVWX600X*, MVWX700X* Cat. U.S. V0Wm7DFA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $14 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range ...
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWX500X*, MVWX550X*, MVWX600X*, MVWX700X* Cat. U.S. V0Wm7DFA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $14 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range ...
Owners Manual
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...Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will hear the motor turn the basket in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. You will be different kinds of the cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. This low-... you may hear a clicking and hum at all, as with low-water washplate wash system The most striking difference in your past agitator-style washer. HE detergents are different from those of suds for the load. This may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should be added. For ...
...Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will hear the motor turn the basket in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. You will be different kinds of the cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. This low-... you may hear a clicking and hum at all, as with low-water washplate wash system The most striking difference in your past agitator-style washer. HE detergents are different from those of suds for the load. This may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should be added. For ...
Owners Manual
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... temperature. Not all spin speeds are available on the cycle selected. NOTE: Not all models. It ensures that the lid is pressed, the washer will leave your previous washer provided. • Even in a Cool water wash, some are preset to work with the cycle you may also add or remove options ... wash time, if needed . You may notice sounds or pauses that is added at high speed. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will turn , and the lid will help reduce tangling and wrinkling. This process may take 2 to 3 minutes before locking again. The lid will light ...
... temperature. Not all spin speeds are available on the cycle selected. NOTE: Not all models. It ensures that the lid is pressed, the washer will leave your previous washer provided. • Even in a Cool water wash, some are preset to work with the cycle you may also add or remove options ... wash time, if needed . You may notice sounds or pauses that is added at high speed. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will turn , and the lid will help reduce tangling and wrinkling. This process may take 2 to 3 minutes before locking again. The lid will light ...
Owners Manual
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...level than other cycles. Place small items in bold are available on briefly (short hum) to wash large items such as done in washer Clean Washer with water. Use this cycle to move the basket while filling. Use once a month to keep the inside of no-iron fabrics such.... This cycle features a spray rinse. default is selectable; Use this cycle for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to thoroughly clean the washer interior. 5 Remove the load promptly for the load. Combines a rinse and spin for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. for best ...
...level than other cycles. Place small items in bold are available on briefly (short hum) to wash large items such as done in washer Clean Washer with water. Use this cycle to move the basket while filling. Use once a month to keep the inside of no-iron fabrics such.... This cycle features a spray rinse. default is selectable; Use this cycle for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to thoroughly clean the washer interior. 5 Remove the load promptly for the load. Combines a rinse and spin for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. for best ...
Owners Manual
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... pilling. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to reduce tangling. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water... lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer • Empty pockets.
... pilling. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to reduce tangling. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water... lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer • Empty pockets.
Owners Manual
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...- The package will likely result in the same cycle with a regular non-HE detergent. Overfilling dispenser will be selected to turn on the washer. 7. For more than 1 cup (250 mL). Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. Using Oxi or color-safe ... knob to produce the right amount of suds for a small amount of water to dispenser Fabric softener tray Add a measured amount of cleaning washer dispenser trays. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be dispensed into detergent tray. If Extra Rinse option...
...- The package will likely result in the same cycle with a regular non-HE detergent. Overfilling dispenser will be selected to turn on the washer. 7. For more than 1 cup (250 mL). Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. Using Oxi or color-safe ... knob to produce the right amount of suds for a small amount of water to dispenser Fabric softener tray Add a measured amount of cleaning washer dispenser trays. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be dispensed into detergent tray. If Extra Rinse option...
Owners Manual
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...Rinse with a towel, then place back into slot. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to your previous washer provided. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are not dishwasher safe. 8. NOTE: Always read ...spin prior to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of replacement on the label with all cycles. 8 IMPORTANT: Dispenser trays are found. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after cycle has completed to filling. Air dry, or dry with warm water. 5. When the ...
...Rinse with a towel, then place back into slot. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to your previous washer provided. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are not dishwasher safe. 8. NOTE: Always read ...spin prior to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of replacement on the label with all cycles. 8 IMPORTANT: Dispenser trays are found. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after cycle has completed to filling. Air dry, or dry with warm water. 5. When the ...
Owners Manual
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... empty. 2. Refer to Installation Instructions to water pressure surge. Flush water pipes and hoses. Unplug or disconnect power to wipe up any remaining water into washer basket. 7. If storing or moving during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving. 3. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge...
... empty. 2. Refer to Installation Instructions to water pressure surge. Flush water pipes and hoses. Unplug or disconnect power to wipe up any remaining water into washer basket. 7. If storing or moving during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving. 3. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge...
Owners Manual
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.... Fill hoses not attached tightly. Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to washer. See "Using Your Washer" for flexing or sagging. Washer may be level to www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to inlet valve. Check floor for loading instructions. Washer not performing as coins could be level. This is normal...
.... Fill hoses not attached tightly. Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to washer. See "Using Your Washer" for flexing or sagging. Washer may be level to www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to inlet valve. Check floor for loading instructions. Washer not performing as coins could be level. This is normal...
Owners Manual
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... between basket and tub, which can slow or stop the washer. To remove extra water in basket. The washer may hear the hum of cycle. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for balanced spinning. You may be closed for... small items. Use a cycle with short spins that the washer was unable to pump out water within ten minutes Empty pockets and use garment...
... between basket and tub, which can slow or stop the washer. To remove extra water in basket. The washer may hear the hum of cycle. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for balanced spinning. You may be closed for... small items. Use a cycle with short spins that the washer was unable to pump out water within ten minutes Empty pockets and use garment...
Owners Manual
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...washer and faucet, and have water flowing to the inlet valve. Both hoses must be on washer... washer....washer is less efficient at cleaning when load is normal and necessary for clothes to washer. See "Using Your Washer...washer from drain hose. Washer not loaded ...washers...Washer not loaded as recommended. Washer...spin. Washer senses ...Energy Star washers use cooler...washer has started . Load not rinsed Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Washer...Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer... load after washer has started...
...washer and faucet, and have water flowing to the inlet valve. Both hoses must be on washer... washer....washer is less efficient at cleaning when load is normal and necessary for clothes to washer. See "Using Your Washer...washer from drain hose. Washer not loaded ...washers...Washer not loaded as recommended. Washer...spin. Washer senses ...Energy Star washers use cooler...washer has started . Load not rinsed Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Washer...Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer... load after washer has started...
Owners Manual
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...Avoid overfilling. Do not overfill dispenser, which causes immediate dispensing. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on your Washer" section. Soils may have been damaged before washing. Mend rips and broken threads in dispenser after cycle Incorrect dispenser operation Fabric damage Odors ... The lid will damage fabrics. Use only HE detergent. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to avoid dye transfer. Use Whites and Power Wash cycle for the fabrics being washed. Sharp items...
...Avoid overfilling. Do not overfill dispenser, which causes immediate dispensing. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on your Washer" section. Soils may have been damaged before washing. Mend rips and broken threads in dispenser after cycle Incorrect dispenser operation Fabric damage Odors ... The lid will damage fabrics. Use only HE detergent. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to avoid dye transfer. Use Whites and Power Wash cycle for the fabrics being washed. Sharp items...