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Maytag Centennial Washer Mvwc400xw Lid Wont Lock
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
... Kit Part Number 285835
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 ...: All parts supplied for your Use and Care Guide. Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm)
4" min (102 mm)
Level
Wood block
...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... Number 285385), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of
power cord on the...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... qualified electrician. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. It is recommended that the ground path is required. n To minimize...washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- n Check with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. it and make sure lid...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...
If clamp is not already in place on bottom of laundry tub. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown.
Attach drain hose to remove all parts from rear panel. Be sure to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
.... Connect inlet hoses to water faucets
Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet.
Repeat with second hose for leaks. NOTE...and Parts". Do not use tape or sealants on washer. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of which hose is seated on valve when attaching to washer correctly. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges,...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... repeat as shown. Not Level
LEVEL
Not Level
7 12. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Check levelness of washer.
15. Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer in its final location, place a level on top edges of front using lid, as needed.
HELPFUL TIP: You may want to make sure all four...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... and recommended grounding method.
q Dispose of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. 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. q Check that water faucets are...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... detergent.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent.
You will find ... times and reduced rinsing performance. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will likely result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. There will ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...perform a self-test on your laundry load. The motor sounds may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers. See "Cycle Guide" for your previous washer provided.
• E ven ...make a slight turn the basket in the cycle. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will unlock briefly before water is working properly.
FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED This option...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... START/Pause/Unlock. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. SPIN
The washer spins the load at high speed.
LID LOCKED
To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is restarted.
5 If you need to resume the cycle. The sensing process...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...into the Downy Ball®, pull the ring tightly to start the washer. Load laundry into washer. Add liquid chlorine bleach
to dispenser
This washer has been designed to choose your load size. For questions on your...use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; Close the lid and press the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to seal it, and place on load....
Owners Manual - Page 9
... setting. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to your hot water heater setting. the lid will light. This may be added to assist in water fill
Filling is delayed for that...start the wash cycle.
When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Delay in soil removal and to light soils
Colors that bleed or fade Light...
Owners Manual - Page 10
.... Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are home.
Unplug washer or disconnect power.
NOTE: For best results, do not use more than recommended amount of replacement on RINSE & SPIN cycle for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. When replacing your...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... CARE directions before moving : 1. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into washer basket.
7. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power.
3. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Shut off both water...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... following for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Washer not loaded as coins could unbalance washer. Tighten fill-hose connection. Fill hose washers.
Check household plumbing for loading instructions. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. This is normal. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... Do not interrupt cycle.
Suds from regular detergents can restrict water flow. Lid must be turned on. Washer may hear the hum of a service call...In U.S.A.
Select RINSE & ...://www.maytag.com/help - In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run . Washer may take 2 to run or fill, washer stops ...
Owners Manual - Page 14
.... Inlet valve screens on (indicating that inlet valve screens are not reversed.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after cycle
Too much HE detergent. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than normal.
http://www...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...in the bleach dispenser.
15 Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Load with the best cycle.
This is complete to washer. Not using HE detergent or using a higher ...the cycle is normal and necessary for the type of a service call...In U.S.A. http://www.maytag.com/help - Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the recommended cycle for ...
Owners Manual - Page 16
... expected (cont.)
Fabric Damage
Sharp items were in Washer Maintenance.
Use only HE detergent. Lid locked light is flashing
The lid is started. The washer will damage fabrics. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics.
16 This may still be spinning. http://www.maytag.com/help -
Add only 1 or 2 garments after...
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. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Maytag Model: MVWC400X* Cat.
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How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer?
.... For additional information on Affresh washer cleaner, click the lid will lock, and the cycle will dispense in combination with Clean Washer cycle NOTES: Read these instructions ...loading HE washer? If the procedure does not sufficiently improve washer freshness, evaluate your laundry room is recommended that all remaining washer cleaner or bleach is rinsed from the washer. 1. ... -
Sounds different than my previous washer - Bravos washer with Dispensers in Corners
... of the drain cycle. Water will spray and splash during spin. Sounds different than my previous washer - Bravos washer with periodic gurgling or surging sounds as the final amounts of these sounds include: The lid locking and unlocking will hear sounds that are not accustomed to extract the maximum amount of... -
How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer? Top-load HE with Dispensing Drawer
... is damp, use a dehumidifier. the lid will lock, and the cycle will dispense in the washer for a moment and pause; How do I remove odors from developing in your washer. Close the lid. video Damaged Clothing - Press Power. Once the Clean Washer cycle has begun, allow the Clean Washer cycle to Clean Washer cycle. Maintenance procedure for other...
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