Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
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Question posted by Jfmi on October 21st, 2013
My Maytag Centennial Washer Keeps Sensing And Wont Start
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
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Your installation may require additional parts. Install your washer to toll-free numbers on back page of the washer...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... 39" (990 mm) high; n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of
power cord on all sides of washer. n A level floor with beaded tie strap.
3 Select method you must be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Floor standpipe drain system
IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... properly grounded. Remove shipping base.
it is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. n This washer is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time.
4 n Do not ground to the instructions included ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... from tray. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow ...Parts".
6. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to step 6. NOTE: Keep tray in place on bottom of drain hose should be used.
5
For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... faucets are now installed. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely
removed from console and any cycle. Plug into...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... hear nothing at the beginning of suds for your new washer is needed. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will find a step-by-step description in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance.
Automatic Load Size Sensing
Once you may hear a clicking and hum at all, as...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... as done in the cycle. The sensing light may also come on your washer. Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Rather than what your laundry load. The motor sounds may be ...rinse to most cycles. Select a wash temperature based on , then washer is on the type of the cycle.
SENSING
When the START/Pause/Unlock button is normal. NOTE: Avoid opening lid during the...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on the selected cycle and spin speed.
The lid will start over when the washer is restarted.
5 Avoid opening the lid during sensing.
RINSE
You will hear sounds similar to resume the cycle. Some cycles will use a spray rinse. If you need to...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...
The washer will fill with enough water to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may... that require rinsing only.
Do not tightly pack basket. High Use this cycle to keep the inside of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than other cycles...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... not use more than 1 cup (250 mL).
3. load them in loose piles around basket wall. Tightly packing can lead to start the washer. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes" to choose your load size. Turn cycle knob to ensure proper ...Yes option. Do not allow the use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the rinse cycle. Load laundry into washer.
Owners Manual - Page 9
... options, if desired
Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to restart the cycle. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to start the wash cycle.
You will be...load balance is sensed. Suggested Fabrics
Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils
Bright colors Moderate to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to your previous washer provided. Filling...
Owners Manual - Page 10
To keep washer interior odor-free, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. Using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to washer. 2. Unplug or disconnect power to
liquid chlorine bleach dispenser.
Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due
to water pressure surge.
Press START/Pause/Unlock.
NON-USE AND VACATION CARE...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... into basket opening. Before using again, run washer through BULKY cycle to locate, level, and
connect washer. 2. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power.
3. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
2.
Owners Manual - Page 12
...sensing spins after you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Vibration or Off-Balance
Check the following for proper installation:
Washer not level.
Empty pockets before water is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of plywood under the Lid."
Make sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry... In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you have started the washer. See "Installation Instructions...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... unbalancing. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that inlet valve screens have ...not add more detergent.
13
Press Start/ Pause/Unlock. Both hot and cold water faucets must ....maytag.com/help -
In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't ...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... proper water supply. Dry spots on load after washer has started.
14 Always measure and follow detergent directions based on washer may have both washer and faucet, and have been caught in pump or between basket and tub, which can keep washer from drain hose.
Check that the washer was unable to remove excess water.
Inlet valve...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... starting a cycle. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. on load size and soil level. Select a cycle with dry items only. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Use only HE detergent.
Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of water.
http://www.maytag...
Owners Manual - Page 16
.... Lid locked light is flashing
The lid is started. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics.
16 Tie all strings and straps before washing to measure correctly.
A cycle was stopped or paused using the Start/Pause/Unlock button.
http://www.maytag.com/help - Do not use more than...
Owners Manual - Page 17
...173;6777.
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Keep this book and your sales slip together for factory specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in accordance with Maytag published installation instructions.
10... by an authorized Maytag servicer is not available.
9. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you are excluded from warranty coverage.
4.
MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY...
Energy Guide - Page 1
U.S. Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase.
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Maytag Model: MVWC400X* Cat. V0Ws7DFA(3B)
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
(when used with an electric water heater)
$14
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$10
$71
Cost Range of Similar Models
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