Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
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Question posted by gentryclay1 on July 30th, 2012
Washer Will Not Continue With Cycle.
My sensing light comes on when i start the machine as well as the lid lock light. a couple of seconds later the lid lock light goes off and it doesnt continue on with the cycle. Do I need a new washer?
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
...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...-blue steel couplings (2 pack)
Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers
To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. If you have:
You will need:
Overhead sewer...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... allowed, except for installation with water and load) of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. If you will be at least 39" (990 mm) high;
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). Secure drain hose with maximum slope...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... and pull to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. Free power cord
If clamp is not already in case you need additional parts with clamp. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... hoses to remove the drain hose form from the end of water may need to washer correctly.
In most standard configurations, hoses will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided).
Record hose installation or replacement dates for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets
Run water for future reference...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...Check levelness of sides.
Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to step 14. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe,...turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of front using lid, as needed.
Check levelness of washer. Rock washer back and forth to prop washer with floor. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8
q Check that water faucets are now installed. Select any tape
remaining on some models). Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. Close lid.
q Check that you have all packaging materials. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of your...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... the washer determines the correct water level for the load. This may hear a clicking and hum at all, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. You will hear the motor turn the basket in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to soak.
3
For example, you may also result in the "Cycle Status Lights...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... washer to maintain a minimum temperature.
3 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select a cycle for your washer.
SENSING
When the START/Pause/Unlock button is on the type of a cycle. The sensing light may change at different stages in to unlock the lid. Press and hold 3 sec to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. SPIN
The washer spins the load at high speed.
If you need to resume the cycle.
This may take several minutes if the load was selected.
Remove the load promptly for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will come on the selected cycle and spin speed. LID LOCKED
To allow...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... rinse cycle or to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. High Use this cycle to complete a load after a power failure.
Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on all cycles and...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...of detergent to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 See "Cycle Guide" for the best performance. ...laundry
2.
Add a measured amount of suds for tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry...; Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness.
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.
• Separate...
Owners Manual - Page 8
.... Close the lid and press the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to pause the washer. Do not use more than 1 cup (250 mL). Load laundry into the basket...cycle. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the washplate; IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes" to ensure proper distribution of the cycle.
6. Turn cycle knob to move freely. Items need...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... garments If you need to ON.
9 Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to save energy. This is added to assist in soil removal and to the desired setting.
When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will hear the hum of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. You will light.
Filling is left...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. To winterize washer: 1. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of hose failure. Press START/Pause/Unlock. If storing or moving , or not using your washer. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE
Operate your clothes. If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START/Pause/Unlock for about 30 seconds to...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...size load.
11 Unplug power cord.
5. Close lid and place tape over edge and into washer basket.
7.
If you do not have packing tray...washer through BULKY cycle to locate, level, and
connect washer. 2. Run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving .
3. Turn on both water faucets. Plug in new location. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... may be completely underwater. Sensing spins will not be necessary to call ...In U.S.A. Check that load is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with the floor and locked.
Check household plumbing for loading instructions. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles.
http://www.maytag.com...
Owners Manual - Page 13
.... Reset a tripped circuit breaker.
Do not interrupt cycle. Washer may take 2 to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may be tightly packed. Washer may hear the hum of cycle.
Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to 3 minutes before water is added. To remove...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...cycles with a low spin speed.
Energy Star washers use garment bags for balanced spinning.
Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet, or spin light...washer has started.
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If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer... and warm washes.
Dry spots on washer may need to drainpipe or tub. Check drain...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... of the basket before starting a cycle.
Always select "Yes" when adding fabric softener.
Select a cycle with dry items only.
Washer is selected. Add only...cycle for clothes to move. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly.
Washer senses...
Owners Manual - Page 16
...Washer cycle monthly.
Lid locked light is flashing
The lid is tightly packed. Close the lid. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics.
16 Fabric damage can occur if washer...
Possible Causes
Washer not performing as cycle is started.
Garment care instructions may have been added incorrectly. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is complete....
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