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Question posted by wheel2987 on November 13th, 2012

Mvwc300x Washer Won't Unlock

My washer started, never filled with water, but now won't unlock. I have unplugged it several times and it just stays locked. How do I at least get it unlocked so I can get my clothes out?

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...washers To order, please refer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer... proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on back of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Floor standpipe drain system IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be purchased separately. Water remaining in washer after use may be exposed to...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

.... Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Set washer upright. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. Remove shipping base. n This washer is equipped with the sound shield to install it and make sure lid is recommended. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is taped shut. 2. it is recommended...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... drain hose, slide it over console to allow free access to move washer later. 4. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; You may need to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in case you...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to water faucets Run water for future reference. Repeat this step with separate directions. IMPORTANT: To... laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is snug. Damage can result. Water should run until it is seated on washer....

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 When washer is level, skip to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Level...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check that all parts are on. Select any tape remaining on some models). Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q To test and clean your Washer User Instructions. Start washer and...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

...mm) of washer. Secure drain hose with product. W10240509C 02/2011 Top-Loading Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS MVWC200X, MVWC400X, MVWC450X, MVWX500X, MVWX600X, MVWX700X, MVWC300X, MVWX550X Washer dimensions OVERALL DIMENSIONS...laundry tub must be provided. Specifications subject to change without notice. For closet installation, with equivalent air ventilation openings are required. A time...

Energy Guide - Page 1

...Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Model: MVWC300X* Cat. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062952) V1as9DYA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water... Yearly Operating Cost (when used with a natural gas water heater) Your cost will depend on your utility rates and...

Use & Care Guide - Page 3

... on the load size. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will begin the sensing process to soak. During the first stage of suds for clothes to determine the correct water level for some of your load or allows time for the best performance. It may take several minutes before...

Use & Care Guide - Page 4

... on the type of the cycle. See "Cycle Guide" for your laundry load. To restart the selected cycle press START again. SENSING When the START/Pause/Unlock button is added at the correct time in to most cycles. Appearance may also come on , then washer is on during sensing phase. EXTRA RINSE This option can be...

Use & Care Guide - Page 5

... change at increasing speeds for the load to penetrate the clothes. Press START/Pause/Unlock again to the soils. Avoid opening the lid during this stage allows for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is restarted. 5 The sensing process will turn on during...

Use & Care Guide - Page 6

...of no-iron fabrics such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends. Low High High Use this cycle...using fabric softener. The washer will fill with enough water to wash loads of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than other cycles....High Cycle Details: Provides maximum wash time and action for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

... or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes. IMPORTANT: Follow the ...water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into the bottom of the washer...

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

...Load garments in the same cycle with warm water until liquid reaches the underside of liquid fabric softener into washer 5. load them in cycle. 6. For ...laundry into dispenser; Try mixing different sized items to ensure proper distribution at correct time in loose piles around the sides of fabric softener based on your wash cycle. MAX FILL Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling...

Use & Care Guide - Page 9

... your previous washer provided. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will be cooler than what your tap cold water is sensed. This will light. 7. Filling is left open the lid to help dissolve detergents. This is added to assist in soil removal and to add 1 or 2 missed garments: Press START/Pause/Unlock; Bright...

Use & Care Guide - Page 10

... use abrasive products. 10 IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. If cycle must be interrupted, press START/Pause/Unlock twice and run washer on the label with a clean, damp cloth. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. Because some water may stay in basket and run a RINSE & SPIN cycle to reduce the risk of...

Use & Care Guide - Page 12

....maytag.ca If you have started the washer. Front and rear feet must be in inlet hoses, which can restrict water flow. 12 Load could be level to operate properly. Noises - Empty pockets before water is normal. Humming Sensing light is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of water for loading instructions. Fill hoses not attached tightly. Check...

Use & Care Guide - Page 13

...Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to fill appropriately) (cont.) Washer ...or stop the washer. Washer spins the dry load for washer to pump out water within 10 minutes) Check proper electrical supply. Close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock. Always measure...

Use & Care Guide - Page 15

.... In Canada www.maytag.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as cycle is tightly packed. Cycles that use more water for the fabrics being washed. Odors Lid locked light is complete to avoid dye transfer. The lid is started. Mend rips and broken threads in pockets during wash Empty pockets...

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