Maytag MHWZ400TQ Support Question
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Question posted by atanit on September 26th, 2014
How To Reset Maytag Epic Z Front Loading Washer Door Locked
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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on September 26th, 2014 3:01 AM
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Hi. May be due to a bad lock or presence on water in the washer. Could be issue with the drain.
Related Maytag MHWZ400TQ Manual Pages
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
...washer is used near children.
[] Before the washer...washer or attempt any accumulated hydrogen gas. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
This will release
[] Do not reach into the washer...washer. iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
WARNING: To...washer, follow basic precautions, including the following:
[] Read all instructions before using the washer... Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
See "Electrical Requirements." Hot and cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of where the power cord is attached to support the washer with or without a pedestal
The dimensions shown are for information on winterizing. Door is not reversible. • Additional clearances might be considered.
37"rain.
(939 ram}
1" _1"_,, 27"--_÷1 1"
(25 ram)
(686...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... floor molding may require additional
spacing. top and bottom air openings for closet door. ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. Recessed area B. Closet door with stacked washer and dryer
The dimensions shown are for recessed or closet installation, with vents
*Min. closet or confined area
Recommended installation spacing for the recommended spacing.
...
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
... are for cabinet installation
The dimensions shown are
7" (178ram)
Bn
Laundry tub drain system (view C)
The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 I.) capacity.
For cabinet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation required. f
{710ram)
D
4" 39/2" 1"
1" 27" 1"
(102mm)(800ram)(25ram) (25ram) (686ram)(25ram)
The washer can be at least 30" (762 mm) above the floor...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... result. 4. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.
Slide drain hose onto washer connection. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer. 3. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Use locking pliers, squeeze hose clamp tabs together and insert over the end of hose failure. Cok] water inlet...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
...ocknuts are now installed. Check that all four feet are on the feet, tightly against the washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate.
6. Do not use an extension cord. To test and to turn the Iocknuts ...there is level, and all parts are not tight against the washer cabinet. Check for a medium-size load. Do not remove ground prong. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 8. Use ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... to three different spin speed choices. Dynamic Balance A precision balancing system that clothes coming out of laundry products.
Suspension System To reduce washer "walk" and "off -balance loads during spinning, it redistributes the clothes so that the wash water is designed to determine and then provide the amount of the cycle, the Add...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
... is clean before operating this type of detergent will likely result in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. First Wash Cycle Without Laundry
Before washing clothes for a medium-size load. WASHER USE
POWER
ADD A GARMENTpHREWAS WASH RINSE SPIN CLEAN
CONTROLS LOCKED _ DOOR LOCKED
RAPID NORMAL
DELICATE
EST MEMATAEND NTGME
START CANCEL/QPAUSE
©
SPIN...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
... detergents.
PuN out the dispenser drawer. 2. For All Wash Cycles
1. Sort laundry according to the detergent, bleach, or fabric softener compartments. Do not overload washer. Overloading can cause poor cleaning.
• The washer can be removed from the washer. Washer door should be fully loaded, but not tightly packed.
Wash small items such as 2x or higher...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
... cause an oversudsing condition.
The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can be removed from the washer. Pushinthedispensderrawesrlowlyandcomplete(ltyoavoidaspill). Liquid chlorine bleach...final rinse or in Dispenser Illustration) Add Y4cup (60 ml.) liquid fabric softener to your load. Select PAUSE/CANCEl ..... 2. 3. A C
LIQUID BLEAOH
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Dispenser A. F_bHc ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 18
These lights show which portion of fabric and soil levels. The washer door unlocks, and items can change settings after the ADD A GARMENT period is locked. To continue the cycle, close the door and select and hold CYCI.E SIGNAl.
You can Lock the controls while the washer is unbalanced. The cycle time will also affect the cycle...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
...
Spin Only
:14
N/A
High
Rinse & Spin
:26
Cold
High
Clean Washer
:56
N/A
High
*The cycle times vary automatically based on your water pressure, water temperature,
detergent, and clothes load. An additional rinse provides optimal rinse performance to avoid chlorine residue on your laundry. Super Wash
Use this cycle to make sure that are...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
... the WASH/RINSE TEMP button until the desired setting illuminates. Rinse & Spin
Use this option for loads of heavily soiled items that need improved stain treatment. Clean Washer
Use the Clean Washer cycle once a month to a load using the fabric softener dispenser. This cycle should not be heated to a hot water temperature to warm...
Use and Care Guide - Page 21
... cotton
_
_
_
_
Normal
Normally soiled blouses, shirts, overalls, etc., made of polyesteb
_
_
_
nylon, cotton, linen, or cotton blends
Rapid Wash
Small loads of these washer cycles.
Follow garment label instructions. Warm rinses leave the loads dryer than 60°F (15.6°C), detergents do not dissolve we[[. Use the warmest wash water safe for suggested...
Use and Care Guide - Page 22
... wet garments should be washed promptly for best results. • Mix large and small items, avoid washing single items, and load evenly. • Wash small items, such as infant socks, in the washer basket for a long time.
• When unloading garments, occasionally check under the gray colored seal at the front of...
Use and Care Guide - Page 24
... follows. Inspect the colored seal/bellow areas. c) I .) of liquid chlorine bleach, and 1 gal. (3.8 I .et stand 5 minutes.
WASHER CARE
Cleaning the Door Seal/Bellow
1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer.
2. between the door opening and the basket for stained to inspect all areas under the seal/bellow and to the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 25
...service. To avoid suspension and structural damage, your washer only when you are away.
• Slightly open door to rear panel clips. 4. Run the washer through the Normal cycle with _/_the manufacturer's ...the
rear panel of your washer. Washer must be removed for an extended period of R.V.-type antifreeze in 1 qt (1 I ) of HE detergent for a medium-size load, to keep it looking...
Use and Care Guide - Page 26
...washer or reconnect power. www.maytag.com/help
In Canada www.maytag.ca
Error codes
An error code may be in the back of your washer. Unplug washer..."LF" on a sturdy and solid floor?
If the washer is locked or unlocked, and during rinsing and at equal heights. ... touching the washer drum. These new sounds and pauses are caught under the door sea[ and remove items.
Washer making a ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 27
...Washer cycle won 't unlock
Did all spills. Has a cycle been selected, but START/PAUSE 1 second?
If door is locked, run the Clean Washer with AFFRESH TM Cycle lately?
or laundry tub. Dispenser operation
Did you leave the door.... The washer door will unlock.
Replace the fuse, or reset the circuit breaker.
Is your washer and to the correct compartments.
The door must be...
Use and Care Guide - Page 28
... in the cycle?
Are the water inlet valve screens clogged? HE detergent is normal. This washer uses very little water to the washer. This is a low sudsing detergent.
Washer won 't dispense
Is the washer level? Wash smaller loads.
Check that the washer is level. Does the drain extend into the drain pipe more than 96" (2.4 m) above...
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