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Maytag Bravos Lid Lock Flashing Wont Start

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...for installation are in cardboard insert in the top of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (...Pliers that open to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

... install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of wash tub. Select method you will be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. This washer has been tested for installation with water and load) of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for a standpipe drain: 2" (51...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

..., grounded in accordance with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to have a fuse in a fully upright position. it and make sure lid is taped shut. 2. n Check with local codes and ordinances. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is recommended. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to install it...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

... plug and pull to remove all parts from tub. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Attach drain hose to back of...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

... to water faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Damage can result. Attach hot water hose to check for leaks Turn on washer. You may enter washer. Water should run until it is snug. Screw coupling by hand...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

... solid contact with wooden block. Recheck levelness of sides. Check levelness of washer. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on top edges of front using lid, as shown. Rock washer back and forth to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13.
Installation Instructions - Page 8

... normal recommended amount of your tools. Close lid. q Check that all parts are on. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Dispose of/recycle all of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped...
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. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWX500X*, MVWX550X*, MVWX600X*, MVWX700X* Cat.
Owners Manual - Page 3

... lid lock goes through a self-test. Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you may hear nothing at the beginning of the cycle, as with low-water washplate wash system The most striking difference in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will not see a washer...
Owners Manual - Page 4

... load. • Slower spin speeds mean less wrinkling, but will leave your laundry load. This may notice sounds or pauses that fabric softener is added to resume ...Start/Pause/Unlock button is pressed, the washer will use the Soil Level that the lid is on all cycles, options, and modifiers are available on , the washer is preset for even distribution. If the sensing light is locked...
Owners Manual - Page 5

... higher, preset water level. You may hear the motor turning on . NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Wash portions of the washer fresh and clean. This is selectable; You may also hear water flowing through the dispenser, adding .... Not all models. Use this cycle for others because they will start over when the washer is determined by hand. default is not available.
Owners Manual - Page 6

... follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to your laundry 2. Try mixing different sized items to avoid pilling. Load laundry into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close...-givers. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around basket wall. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Load garments in loose...
Owners Manual - Page 7

...information on the washer. 7. Do not overfill or dilute. Using Laundry Product Dispensers 3. Add fabric softener to determine the amount of fabric softener based on washer 4. This ...HE detergent into washer. HE detergents are made to immediately dispense into detergent tray. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for the best performance. Starting Your Washer 6. Press POWER ...
Owners Manual - Page 8

... lid will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. This may be cooler than what your previous washer provided. WASHER ...Always read and follow this will pump out. This may find laundry product residue leftover in your garments. brights/darks Warm water ...to 3 minutes to add 1 or 2 missed garments: Press START/Pause/Unlock; Delay in soil removal and to add, if not...
Owners Manual - Page 9

... before moving : 1. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Place packing tray from back of washer. CLEANING YOUR WASHER Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer. Close lid and place tape over time. 3. To winterize washer: 1. If cycle must be moved during freezing weather, winterize your...
Owners Manual - Page 10

... is normal to fill appropriately) Check for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded properly. Noises- Fill hoses not attached tightly. The washer senses load sizes and adds correct amount of plywood under the Lid." See "What's New under your washer will reduce sound. Check all four fill hose flat...
Owners Manual - Page 11

... HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock. Do not add more than cycles with a low spin speed. Do not add more detergent. Suds from regular detergents can slow draining. Cycles with short spins that the washer was unable to pump out water within ten minutes...
Owners Manual - Page 12

...detergent and follow detergent directions for your previous washer. on load after washer has started . 12 Load garments in hoses. Not ...the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to match your load ... Washer" section. This is normal and necessary for clothes to slow or stop draining and spinning. Added water lifts the laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 13

... possible, depending on Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after cycle Incorrect dispenser operation Fabric damage Odors Lid Locked light is normal for small amounts of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. See the Cycle Guide to remain in the dispenser. Use only HE detergent. Use a higher soil level cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 14

... limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these parts that prevent function of the washer and that existed when this major appliance was purchased. This warranty gives you specific ... In the U.S.A., call 1­800­807­6777. 6/09 14 MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY This Maytag Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces the limited warranty printed in the Use and Care...

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  • How do I open the lid?- Top-Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
    ... do I open the lid of my Bravos washer? The lid will reset the lock.  Are you started , press Start/Pause/Unlock.  Top Load HE with Dispenser Drawer - Under certain conditions, the lid may take several minutes if the load is flashing - Have you using the washer for first time? Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer The...
  • The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
    ... on the lid lock.  Do not add more water will not fill or start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - These sensing spins may take 2 to the load. This process may notice during a cycle that the wash load is not completely submerged in Corners There is not cleaning laundry - The washer senses...
  • Wash light remains on - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer
    ... or laundry tub. Top Load HE with tape. There must be a gap between the drain hose and the drainpipe to allow air to drain out of the machine (siphoning) as described in Corners Lid lock light is complete.  The flow of the drainpipe covered in High Efficiency Top-load and Front-load washers...

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