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Question posted by dmears on September 10th, 2011

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How much bleach is supposed to be used for the cleaning cycle on my Maytag Epic Z washing machine? I have misplaced my instruction manual.

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Use and Care Guide - Page 4

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Use and Care Guide - Page 5

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Use and Care Guide - Page 10

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Use and Care Guide - Page 13

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Use and Care Guide - Page 14

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Use and Care Guide - Page 15

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Use and Care Guide - Page 16

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Use and Care Guide - Page 17

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Use and Care Guide - Page 18

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Use and Care Guide - Page 19

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Use and Care Guide - Page 20

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Use and Care Guide - Page 21

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Use and Care Guide - Page 22

... seal at the front of material. It may rust if [eft in a mesh garment bag. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to avoid scratching the washer interior. HE detergents are washing only small items, it is recommended that more than one garment bag be used , and that each garment bag be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency."

Use and Care Guide - Page 23

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Use and Care Guide - Page 24

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Use and Care Guide - Page 25

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Use and Care Guide - Page 26

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Use and Care Guide - Page 27

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Use and Care Guide - Page 28

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Use and Care Guide - Page 29

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