Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
Find answers below for this question about Maytag MVWC400XW.Need a Maytag MVWC400XW manual? We have 3 online manuals for this item!
Question posted by tonylynn on October 7th, 2015
Sensor Mode
my washer trues to go through the sensing mode but doesnt do it. Any ideas?
Current Answers
Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on October 7th, 2015 9:10 AM
TommyKervz
Member since:
January 10th, 2013 Points: 17,776,833
Member since:
January 10th, 2013 Points: 17,776,833
Reset the machine computer.
Unblock the machine from the wall for at least 10 min.
After plugging it back press and hold the power button for 10 sec.
If still unresolved contact the service center or visit your local dealer.
Related Maytag MVWC400XW Manual Pages
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (...plumbing suppliers)
1" (25 mm) standpipe
2" (51 mm) diameter to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP
n 8212487RP n 8212638RP
n 8212637RP
10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... mm)
Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. DRAIN SYSTEM
Drain system can be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Wall standpipe drain system
14" max. (356 mm)
17" (432 mm)
48 in.2 (310...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...a fully upright position. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a power supply cord ... the cord must be in the neutral or ground circuit.
48" (1.2 m)
Move washer to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. n Check with local codes...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...be used.
5 See "Tools and Parts".
6. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. Be sure to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain ... Step 7.
Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to faucets or washer. Attach hot water hose to hot water faucet. Check for leaks
Turn on valve when attaching to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . It...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... final location, place a level on top edges of washer.
15. If washer is level, skip to raise the washer. When washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to check levelness of washer and repeat as shown. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. HELPFUL TIP: You may want...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...method.
q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Dispose of washer. q To test and clean your Washer User Instructions.
q Check that water faucets are now installed. Plug into a ... all of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on . q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of your tools. ...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
This is added. IMPORTANT: You will begin the sensing process to determine the correct water level for your previous washer.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. HE detergents are different from those of your load or allows time for the best performance.
For example...
Owners Manual - Page 4
..." if using fabric softener. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will add additional agitation and soak time to the load, and resume adding water. This process may also come on your laundry load. The sensing light may repeat until the correct amount of a cycle.
DEEP CLEAN This option provides...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...selected. Press START/ Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. SPIN
The washer spins the load at high speed. This light indicates that the lid is locked and cannot be added...restarted.
5 LID LOCKED
To allow for proper water removal, based on . The sensing process will start over when the washer is complete, this light will turn on the selected cycle and spin speed. ...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... for tough stains and soils.
Do not tightly pack basket. Place small items in washer
Clean Washer
Hot Warm Cool Cold
Spin Speed**:
Cycle Details:
High
Provides maximum wash time and action...cycle features a spray rinse. The washer will absorb more water than other fabric types. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may take longer for some...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 Sort and prepare your garments.
...avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to your laundry
2. USING YOUR WASHER
1. Using regular detergent will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." The package will ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... than 1 cup (250 mL). Load laundry into washer. Try mixing different sized items to move freely. Add liquid chlorine bleach
to dispenser
This washer has been designed to allow liquid fabric ...around the sides of the cycle.
6. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer
5.
IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes" to dispense fabric softener...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... add 1 or 2 missed garments:
Press START/Pause/Unlock;
Wash Temp
Hot Some cold water is sensed. Cool Warm water is left open the lid to check for that bleed or fade Light soils
8....Rinse option, turn the knob for load unbalance.
If you would like to your previous washer provided. Suggested Fabrics
Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils
Bright colors Moderate to light ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...hoses. 2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage washer.
IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to water pressure surge. NOTE: For best results, do... more than recommended amount of bleach to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to
liquid chlorine bleach dispenser...
Owners Manual - Page 11
....
2. Plug in new location. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside washer basket.
6. Unplug power cord.
5. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer.
4. Close lid and place tape over edge and into washer basket.
7. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... around basket wall. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to drainpipe or laundry tub.
Empty pockets before water is normal to possibly avoid the cost of a service call for loading instructions.
This is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of plywood under the Lid." Sensing spins will not be tight against the...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...become clogged. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Lid must be closed for washer to fill appropriately)
Check for any blown fuses.
Press Start/ Pause/Unlock.
To remove ... HE detergent. Normal washer operation.
Ensure there is normal. Both hot and cold water faucets must be tightly packed.
http://www.maytag.com/help - The washer senses the dry load with...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. on load size and soil level.
Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in the bleach ...in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Added more water to avoid dye transfer. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of a service call...In U.S.A. Not using too much...
Maytag Knowledge Base Results
We have determined that the information below may contain an answer to this question. If you find an answer, please remember to return to this page and add it here using the "I KNOW THE ANSWER!" button above. It's that easy to earn points!-
Lint is on the load - Dryer
...residue may look like lint, or the fuzz can trap lint from other fabrics. Front-load washer Is the lint screen clogged with a clean towel; Smaller loads allow adequate removal of lint ...synthetic and synthetic-blend fabrics. The static electricity attracts lint. Automatic Dry or Sensor Dry cycle reduces overdrying. Check your fabric types. Rinse the lint screen with the... -
Loads are wrinkled - Dryer
...nbsp;separate (untangle) load items when moved from the washer to reduce wrinkling. The Automatic Dry or Sensor Dry cycle senses the temperature or moisture in the wash relaxes the ... best drying and wrinkle results, untangle items from the dryer before removing the laundry items from setting. The occasional tumbling will result in my dryer are wrinkled -... -
The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... 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 seems too low - Washer is pressed, the washer will unlock briefly before water is not enough water - Does the water level seem too low, or does...
Similar Questions
My Maytag Washer Wont Sense Wash Mode,will Not Fill With Water
(Posted by missterry12 9 years ago)
