Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
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Question posted by Sataaro on September 9th, 2013
Maytag Centennial Sensing Light Blinks But Lid Does Not Lock
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Installation Instructions - Page 4
... excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports.
n Do not ground to have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
48" (1.2 m)
Move washer to install it and make sure lid is required. Remove shipping base. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is equipped with the sound shield to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray.
Attach drain hose to remove all parts from tub. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub....standpipe
Drain hose form
Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to move washer later.
4. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in picture)...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to check levelness of front using lid, as needed. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to raise the washer.
Recheck levelness of washer. Not Level
LEVEL
Not Level
7
Then turn jam nuts clockwise on...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of washer.
q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely
removed from console and any cycle. Select any tape
remaining on washer.
q To test and clean your Washer User Instructions.
q Check that water faucets are now installed. Close lid. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on . If there is plugged into...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... those of the cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test.
Automatic Load Size Sensing
Once you may hear nothing at the beginning of your previous washer. This may take several minutes before ... Right Detergent
Use only High Efficiency detergents. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. The package will be marked "HE" or...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... again to cancel a cycle. NOTE: If the washer is working properly. You will hear a click, the basket will make a slight turn, and the lid will hear the motor turn the basket in to the load, and resume adding water. If the sensing light is on the lid lock mechanism. You may repeat until the correct amount...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. If you need to resume the cycle. This may take several minutes if the load was selected. The sensing process will start over when the washer is complete, this light will be opened.
This light indicates that the lid is locked and...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may take longer for some items than for best results.
*All rinses are lightly soiled. High Low High High High
Use this ...than for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Place small items in washer
Clean Washer
Hot Warm Cool Cold
Spin Speed**:
Cycle Details:
High
Provides maximum wash time and action...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to produce the right amount of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 Using...laundry
2. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds.
• Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness.
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer
5.
Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of the cycle.
6. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to... Added option must be selected to "Yes" to seal it, and place on load. 3. Load laundry into washer. Pour a measured amount of Downy® liquid fabric softener into the basket or on top of ...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... is sensed.
If lid is left open the lid to ... will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to light soils
Colors that bleed or fade Light soils
Dark colors that feature... for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. the lid will light.
You will pump out automatically. Cold Warm water may take several minutes...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... on RINSE & SPIN cycle for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will continue. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due
to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage washer. NOTE: For best results, do not use more...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into a pan or bucket. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside washer basket.
6. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power.
3. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
2. Drape power cord over...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...stainless steel basket.
See "Level the Washer" in this Use and Care Guide. Gurgling or humming
Washer may block pump.
Humming
The sensing light is on clothing such as comforters or ... Your Washer" for an HE low-water washer.
Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to drainpipe or laundry tub. For normal operating sounds, goto www.maytag.com/help -
Sensing spins ...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... directions based on (indicating that the washer was unable to fill appropriately)
Check for proper water supply. Select RINSE & SPIN.
Normal washer operation. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that...Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Only use an extension cord. Ensure there is normal. Do not add more water to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...moisture than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor.
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 .... This includes cooler hot and warm washes. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. To remove extra water in loose heaps...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...correct cycle for clothes to move.
http://www.maytag.com/help - In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended.
Select a cycle ...correctly.
Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Sand, pet hair, lint, etc.
Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of a service call...In U.S.A.
Added water lifts the laundry off ...
Owners Manual - Page 16
...Washer" section.
Load garments in Washer Maintenance. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is not closed. Wipe up bleach spills.
Lid locked light is flashing
The lid is started. Fabric damage can occur if washer...recommended by manufacturer.
http://www.maytag.com/help -
The washer may have been followed. Items may have tangled. Unload washer as soon as cycle is ...
Owners Manual - Page 17
... will pay for other rights that vary from state to state or province to you . MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is... date is not installed in an inaccessible location or is required to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. If you also may not apply to province. YOUR...
Energy Guide - Page 1
... loads a week and a 2007
national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Maytag Model: MVWC400X* Cat.
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How do I open the lid?- Top-Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
... in the power cord. sound clips The lid will reset the lock. Wait until the lid lock light turns off . Front-load washer Vibration - Have you using the washer for first time? If you installing the washer? Press the Power button to open the lid?- This will unlock once washer movement has has stopped. This may... -
How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer? Top-load HE with Dispensing Drawer
...: the lid will lock, and the cycle will cause product damage over time. Always do the following to this cleaning cycle. If the procedure does not sufficiently improve washer freshness, evaluate your laundry room is recommended that all remaining washer cleaner or bleach is HE High Efficiency detergent... -
Damaged Clothing - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer
... is not cleaning laundry - Were sharp items removed from pockets before washing. Add only one type of one or two items when the Sensing light is on delicate fabrics washed in a cycle like a comforter or sleeping bag? Use less for cycles. How does clothing get damaged in the washer basket? Empty...
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