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Maytag Washer Centennial Cant Open Lid

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

... 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... hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... kPa). This washer has been tested for walls, doors, and floor moldings. DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in your...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... location; If a mating outlet is not available, it and make sure lid is necessary for proper operation and to a gas pipe. n Do not ground to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is adequate. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... (shown in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to move washer later. 4. You may need to free from tub. See "Tools and Parts". 6....of laundry tub. 3. Attach drain hose to step 6. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and ...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... it is seated on water faucets to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to remove the drain hose form from the end of which ... until clear. 10. Record hose installation or replacement dates for cold water faucet. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Repeat this step with separate directions. IMPORTANT: Do ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer. 15. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer...jam nuts clockwise on top edges of washer Place level here Place level here If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop ...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on . q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. If there is plugged into a... all of your Washer User Instructions. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. Start washer and allow to ...

Energy Guide - Page 1

Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062924) Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWX500X*, MVWX550X*, MVWX600X*, MVWX700X* Cat. V0Wm7DFA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $14 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range ...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... or mildew. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will find a step-by-step...washer automatically adjusts the water level to a traditional agitator-style washer. IMPORTANT: You will likely result in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... be changed. Select a wash temperature based on the type of cycles. 2 LID LOCK To allow water to soak in short pulses to open the lid, press START/Pause/ Unlock. Lower Soil Level setting will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. The washer will then move the load briefly, pause to allow for 3 seconds to...

Owners Manual - Page 5

NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Wash portions of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than other... items washed by the selected soil level. DONE CYCLE GUIDE Once the cycle is complete, this cycle to thoroughly clean the washer interior. 5 Extra Rinse is restarted. default is normal. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. For best fabric...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to your laundry 2. load them in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the sides of the basket. Sort and prepare your garments. Synthetics...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to dispenser Fabric softener tray Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. It is normal for correct amount of cleaning washer dispenser trays. Starting Your Washer 6. Do not use . Using regular detergent will cause fabric softener...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... water is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to assist in your previous washer provided. Filling is left open the lid to filling. the lid will hear the hum of replacement on the label with all cycles. ...lid is delayed for that bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water may find laundry product residue leftover in soil removal and to help dissolve detergents. You will unlock once the washer...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... High Efficiency detergent. CLEANING YOUR WASHER Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer for a medium-size load. 9 Make sure the washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. If washer will be interrupted, press POWER/CANCEL and run washer through BULKY cycle to avoid damaging product over time. 3. Close washer lid. 4. To clean exterior: 1. IMPORTANT: To...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... the Lid." Tighten fill-hose connection. Make sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded properly. Check all four fill hose flat washers are ... suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in water. This is on. The washer senses load sizes and adds correct amount of ...

Owners Manual - Page 11

...wet or spin light remains on your garment. Close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock. Only use an extension cord. Normal washer operation. Washer will pause during certain phases of the spins. ...here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to fill appropriately) (cont...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...packed. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in the inlet hose. Do not tape over drain opening. Remove any clogs from ... load size and soil level. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer has started . 12 Check for proper water supply. See the Cycle ...try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for the type of garments being washed. Both...

Owners Manual - Page 13

...Washer" in the bleach dispenser. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag... and fabric softener staining. Homes with the lid open. Tie all strings and straps before starting ...Washer cycle with dry items only. Close the lid. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. 13 Clogged dispensers or laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...steel basket (side walls only) does not include labor. If you . MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY This Maytag Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces the limited warranty printed in the Use and ...or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these parts that prevent function of the washer and that have other damage to parts or systems resulting from warranty coverage. 4. This...

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