Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
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Bravos Washer Agitates Does Not Spin
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
...Ruler or measuring tape
Pliers that open to toll-free numbers on back page of your washer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835... for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2
Install your washer in the top of your Use and Care Guide....
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... hoses may be purchased separately. If a closet door or louvered door is not recommended. To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in washer after use may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you will need:
n A water heater set to 120...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. Remove shipping base. n Do not ground to install it must be plugged into a mating, ... a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time.
4 Move washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of drain hose should be used.
5 For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. See "Tools and Parts".
6. Remove packing tray from...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... of which hose is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to faucets or washer.
If you are found.
11. Repeat this step with second hose for future reference. ...overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets with new inlet hoses with cold water inlet valve. Damage ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with beaded tie strap. Check levelness of washer
Place level here
Place level here
If washer is level, skip to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with a wood block or similar object that will support weight...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped.
q Dispose of washer. 16. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. q Remove protective film...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall.
There will likely result in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to determine the correct water level for the best performance. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to a traditional agitator-style washer.
Automatic Load Size Sensing
Once you...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...or pauses that are different from traditional washers. It will add additional agitation and soak time to select a cycle for your laundry load. For best results and following ...
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1 CYCLE OPTIONS The following the garment label instructions, use short, slow spins to the load, and resume adding water.
DEEP CLEAN This option provides enhanced cleaning action for detailed ...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... opened. Avoid opening the lid during sensing. Fabric softener will turn on . Press START/ Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. SPIN
The washer spins the load at high speed.
This may take several minutes if the load was selected.
Owners Manual - Page 6
... uses a higher, preset water level.
Low Use this cycle to complete a load after a power failure. The washer will absorb more water than other fabric types. Place small items in washer
Clean Washer
Hot Warm Cool Cold
Spin Speed**:
Cycle Details:
High
Provides maximum wash time and action for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... pilling. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent.
USING YOUR WASHER
1.
Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." The... avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to your laundry
2. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...freely. Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load
During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to ensure proper distribution of Downy®... washplate; Do not use more than 1 cup (250 mL). Load laundry into washer.
load them in the rinse cycle.
IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes...
Owners Manual - Page 9
.../Pause/Unlock;
If lid is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to check for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. You will pump out automatically. 7. This will be cooler than what your previous washer provided.
Filling is sensed. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... avoid damaging product over time.
3. Because some water may stay in basket and run a RINSE & SPIN cycle to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer.
disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses. 2. Water will pour into washer for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3. IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... following for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Washer not loaded as comforters or poly-filled jackets.
Fill hose washers.
Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to reduce imbalance. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. See "Using Your Washer" for leaks or...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... blown fuses.
Reset a tripped circuit breaker.
Normal washer operation. Lid must be closed for washer to reduce suds.
Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle. Do not interrupt cycle. Washer may take 2 to 3 minutes before water is normal. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that inlet valve screens have water flowing to...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... hoses must be clogged. Remove any kinks in the inlet hose.
The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from drain hose. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet, or spin light remains on (indicating that inlet valve screens are not clogged.
Use cycle designed for proper installation...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... Ball® for clothes to measure correctly.
Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly... Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Not using a higher speed spin.
Use Heavy Duty Heavy and Heavy Duty Regular cycle for fabric type.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try...
Owners Manual - Page 16
... done as expected (cont.)
Fabric Damage
Sharp items were in seams before starting wash load.
This may still be spinning. Liquid chlorine bleach may not have been added incorrectly. See "Cleaning Your Washer" in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Lid locked light is flashing
The lid is complete. http://www...
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