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Question posted by ccboumr on August 20th, 2013

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

... 367031 Connector 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 mm) 2... tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm)...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be exposed to reduce noise transfer. Top of drain hose should be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). See "Washer Care" in your responsibility. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you need. n Floor must install higher than...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; Remove shipping base. Set washer upright. If a mating outlet is not available, it and make sure lid is taped shut. 2. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. Move washer n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- n To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. Be sure to move washer later. 4. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. Remove packing tray from tray. Free power cord If clamp is not already in case...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to prevent clogs. Screw on coupling by hand until...HELPFUL TIP: Make note of water may need to hot water inlet valve marked with flat washers (not provided). Water should run until it is connected to hot water to help in ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... to prop up front of washer. 15. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to turn jam nuts clockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. Rock washer back and forth to step 14... beaded tie strap. Recheck levelness of washer. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Check levelness of sides. Use side seam as needed. When washer is not level, use a 9/16...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Remove protective film from back of washer. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Select any tape remaining on washer. 16. Plug into washer...have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete ...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. The washer automatically adjusts the water... washer. Rather than diluting detergent as the washer determines the correct water level for the best performance. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer ...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... hold 3 sec to the soils. If the sensing light is on, then washer is pressed, the washer will first perform a self-test on the type of a cycle. WASH You...minutes before locking again. DEEP CLEAN This option provides enhanced cleaning action for your laundry load. Select a wash temperature based on the lid lock mechanism. Turn the knob to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. Press ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... load at high speed. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on . LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. If you need to resume the cycle. The...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... amount of suds for tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of detergent to items during washing. Sort and prepare ...cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. HE detergents are made to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... ensure proper distribution at correct time in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; Load laundry into washer. Add fabric softener Load garments in cycle. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must ...not overfill or dilute. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer 5. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to poor cleaning performance, and ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... previous washer provided. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Delay in water fill Filling is sensed. This is left open the lid to... detergents. Filling is added to restart the cycle. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to save energy. If lid is normal operation. If you select a cycle, select the ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to wipe up any spills. 2. If moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will continue. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to reduce the risk of hose failure. NOTE: For best results, do not use...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Close lid and place tape over edge and into washer basket. 7. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use 1/2 the...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... the spin/drain cycles. In Canada www.maytag.ca If you have started the washer. Load could fall between basket and tub or may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Check the following for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... be stopped to outlet. Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not use HE detergent. Washer may be turned on your load requirements. Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to the washer. http://www.maytag.com/help - In Canada www...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... your garment. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to inlet valve. In Canada www.maytag.ca If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for the fabrics being washed. See "Using Your...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... dispenser operation Clogged dispenser. In Canada www.maytag.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Load is less ...efficient at cleaning when tightly packed. Not cleaning or removing stains Wash load not completely covered in the bleach dispenser. 15 Added water lifts the laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... avoid the cost of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. http://www.maytag.com/help - Fabric damage can occur if washer is started. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed... been added incorrectly. Tie all strings and straps before washing. Lid locked light is flashing The lid is complete. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics....

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The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...How Sensing works and water amount determined: When the Start button is not cleaning laundry - The washer senses the size of the load and adds the correct amount of water ... - This is added to the load. The washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock. Load-sensing Energy Star top-load washer with Dispenser Drawer - Does the water level seem too...
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...of the machine due to drain out of the drainpipe covered in the drainpipe or laundry tub. Is top of the washer. Is the drainpipe (standpipe) less than 4.5" (113 mm) into the drainpipe...valve screens. Is the drain hose taped onto the drainpipe? Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer Concentrated Washing in Corners Lid lock light is at least 39" (99 cm) high (as measured from ...
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... in high efficiency washers. Did you using the Deep Clean option? video Vibration - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video High Efficiency washer is not cleaning laundry - When the ...spins may have hard water? Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the washer. Softener is on the lid lock. You will hear a click, the basket will use short slow...