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Question posted by vumicho on March 15th, 2014

How Do You Get A Front Loader Washer Door Unlocked Without Power

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Owners Manual - Page 3

WASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what the potential hazard is the safety alert symbol. We have provided many important ...

Owners Manual - Page 4

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed for connecting the water inlet hoses Tools needed for connecting the drain hose „ Locking pliers (that open to 19/16" [39.5 mm]) „ Pliers (that open to 19/16" [39.5 mm]) „ Flashlight (optional) 4 The parts supplied are in the washer drum.

Owners Manual - Page 5

...; If you are interested in purchasing one of 53.5" (1359 mm). If You Have Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96" (2.4 m) Overhead sewer Floor drain Drain hose too short... hoses: 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314, 10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008 Optional pedestal This pedestal is available in the "Assistance or Service" section. To do so you purchased your Maytag washer and dryer?...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... within 6 ft (1.8 m) of where the power cord is your washer in the washer and can be considered. Installation clearances „ The location must be large enough to allow the washer door to be .... The dimensions shown are for your washer improves performance and minimizes noise and possible washer "walk." Your washer can cause damage in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area....

Owners Manual - Page 7

...out the side, 1" (25 mm) spacing is allowed. 1" (25 mm) 7 Side view - Closet door with or without a pedestal The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. 48 in.2 * (310 cm2... confined area Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. Recommended installation spacing...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...laundry...washer. Floor drain system (view D) The floor drain system requires a siphon break that a separate circuit serving only this washer... a minimum diameter standpipe of the washer. 30" min. (762 mm)...) (686 mm) (25 mm) Drain System The washer can be a minimum of 28" (710 mm) ... (178 mm) Laundry tub drain system (view C) The laundry tub needs a minimum...laundry tub must be purchased separately....

Owners Manual - Page 9

... that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is within approximately 3 ft (900 mm) of the bolts. 2. These bolts also retain the power cord inside the washer until the bolts are 4 bolts in the rear panel of the washer that the rear of the washer is adequate. „ Check with a qualified electrician if you are...

Owners Manual - Page 11

...power cord over drain hose form and snap into the standpipe. then prop the back and adjust feet as necessary; Make sure all of the washer, first side to side, then front to back. After the washer is against the washer cabinet, the washer... the Washer Properly leveling your tools. 4. If the nuts are now installed. If there is level. 2. B. Secure the Drain Hose 1. Laundry tub ...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... the center of all the laundry products before they touch any garments. Automatic temperature control is automatically turned on the cycle selected. The water is selected. Failure to assure thorough rinse-out and mixture of the load, providing even distribution, and optimum cleaning performance. Select POWER/CANCEL, the Clean Washer cycle, and then select...

Owners Manual - Page 13

.... Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Open the washer door by pulling on the load. Do not overload washer. Remember, concentrated detergents such as 2x or higher will create too much sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. First Wash Cycle Without Laundry Before washing clothes for a medium-size load. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for the...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...Spin Speed. The washer powers down the washer manually after the ...laundry products. This wash system, along with less water, will remain locked during the wash cycle, making it firmly until the lock clicks. The door can be opened only if START/PAUSE or POWER/ CANCEL is selected while the status indicator is complete, the status indicator shows Done, the door unlocks, and the wash load...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...high, the washer will be changed anytime after the wash cycle. Changing Cycles, Options, and Modifiers Not all cycles. Select POWER/CANCEL once. 2. The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and ... manufacturer's recommended amount for load size. „ If you are available with all Options and Modifiers are using the Delay Wash option, powdered laundry products should be removed....

Owners Manual - Page 16

...occurs or the load is complete, the door unlocks. To add items 1. To unlock the door after the Add Clothes period, press POWER/CANCEL twice....Cycle control knob to the load. The washer door unlocks, and items can be added. 2. Cycle done The ...also use of your laundry. The SUDs routine removes extra suds and assures proper rinsing of the washer. To change settings after...

Owners Manual - Page 17

... momentary pauses. Normal Washer Sounds As with no spin or low spin speed to . You may hear various sounds when the door is useful for: „ Loads that these cycles reduce...Power Wash Use this cycle to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level in the washer during the wash and rinse cycles. A Rinse & Spin cycle is locked and unlocked...

Owners Manual - Page 19

... Efficiency." CYCLE SUGGESTED LOAD TYPE Whitest Whites Heavy Duty Normal/Casual Delicate Quick Wash Sanitary Power Wash Clean Washer with a regular non-HE detergent. It may also result in washer errors, longer cycle times...pins, buckles, and other hard objects to use less detergent based on the care label. LAUNDRY GUIDE Refer to help you prolong the life of your garments. „ Use only ...

Owners Manual - Page 20

... Work Clothes 4 jeans 4 work pants 4 work shirts Towels 10 bath towels 10 hand towels Mixed Load 3 sheets (1 king, 2 twin) 4 pillowcases 3 shirts 3 blouses Loading 2 sweatpants 2 sweatshirts 14 washcloths 9 T-shirts 9 shorts 10 handkerchiefs WASHER CARE Cleaning Your Washer Cleaning the door seal 1. d) Wipe down these instructions completely before beginning the cleaning process. „ If...

Owners Manual - Page 21

...washer door and dispenser drawer. 4. This will unlock. The door will take approximately 3 minutes. 6. Open and remove any items are in the washer. See "Using the Dispenser". Water Inlet Hoses Replace inlet hoses after each cycle to the washer. If storing or moving your washer. To winterize washer...drying of R.V.-type antifreeze in washer or reconnect power. 21 To use abrasive ...

Owners Manual - Page 22

... from the seal area so the clothes can result in washer or reconnect power. Before you washing a large load? Follow the "Installation Instructions" to cancel the cycle. Close the door. Do not use an adapter. Are water inlet hoses kinked? Check the following : Is the washer door firmly shut? Is the drain hose clogged? "SUD" is...

Owners Manual - Page 23

... power at the plug? Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Load too wet „ Did you overloaded the washer? If the laundry ...load out of the cycle. It is normal. „ Is washer installed on ? Is the washer door firmly closed? Is there power at the plug? Remove any accumulated film or particles. Washer leaks „ Check household plumbing for heavy loads...

Owners Manual - Page 24

... clothes from whites and lights. „ Did you properly sort the load? Use more detergent for your hot water system is wrinkled „ Did you using a gentle cycle? If larger loads are washed using the Quick Wash cycle? The washer door will unlock at end of wash cycle „ Did all of the water drain...

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