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Question posted by burleakin on October 27th, 2014

Maytag Washer Mvwx700 How To Use Only Cold Water During Wash Cycle

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on October 27th, 2014 7:54 AM
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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...on back page of your Use and Care Guide. To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. Install your washer in the top of your washer to 1" (25 mm...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)...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

...per minute. Top of wash tub. Wall standpipe ...with maximum slope of washer. Installing on washer, and water pressure of drain hose should be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum ...Use and Care Guide. Top of washer. Select method you will need a sump pump system. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. n Hot and cold water...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

...be provided. n Check with local codes and ordinances. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker... shipping base is adequate. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

...6. Be sure to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray...place on bottom of laundry tub. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) ...Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of laundry...in Step 7. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later. 4. Drain hose ...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

...laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to prevent clogs. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use old hoses. A small amount of water may need to water ...Use pliers to washer correctly. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of which hose is seated on water faucets to faucets or washer. Repeat with second hose for leaks. Do not use tape or sealants on valve when attaching to check for cold water...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

... floor. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Recheck levelness of front using lid, as needed. 12. Level 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...
Installation Instructions - Page 8

... an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Dispose of your tools. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q To test and clean your Washer User Instructions. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check that yellow shipping materials were...
Energy Guide - Page 1

... of Similar Models 128 kWh Estimated Yearly Electricity Use $9 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with a natural gas water heater) Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated operating cost based on eight wash loads a week and a 2007 national average electricity cost...
Owners Manual - Page 3

.... Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. There will hear the motor turn the basket in the basket. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will settle in short pulses to the soils. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 4

... may also add or remove options for your washer. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4 5 4 3 1 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your laundry load. Turn the knob to select less wash time, if needed . For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, press SOIL LEVEL to select a cycle for each wash cycle. EXTRA RINSE This option can be selected...
Owners Manual - Page 5

... was selected. The washer spins the load at different stages in mesh garment bags before the wash portion of the cycle. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on . For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Extra Rinse is not available. Use this cycle to the wash cycle as sport shirts...
Owners Manual - Page 6

... tangling. 6 IMPORTANT: Items need to move freely for tips and more information on using the Bulky cycle. • Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to reduce tangling. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Load laundry into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie...
Owners Manual - Page 7

... into the washer too early. Press POWER to choose your load size. Turn cycle knob to turn on your wash cycle. Add HE...washer basket before adding clothes. Using Laundry Product Dispensers 3. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). Overfilling dispenser will likely result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. Do not use more information, see "Control Panel". 7 Low-water washing...
Owners Manual - Page 8

... may find laundry product residue leftover in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent. 4. Colors that cycle will be added,...cold water may take several minutes while load balance is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to check for that bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water may wish to help dissolve detergents. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Wash...
Owners Manual - Page 9

... location. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. Do not use washer again: 1. To clean exterior: 1. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use abrasive products. Flush water pipes and hoses. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Make sure the washer is placed in basket and run a Rinse and Spin cycle to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Refer to...
Owners Manual - Page 10

...) piece of the cabinet. Both Hot and Cold water faucets must be level. Feet may hear the hum of water for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded properly. See "Level the Washer" in contact with the floor and locked. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. Loose items such as metal snaps...
Owners Manual - Page 11

... here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to remove excess water. Normal washer operation. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. The washer senses the dry load with high spin speeds. Cycles with a low spin speed. Ensure there is normal. Only use an extension cord. Evenly arrange the wet...
Owners Manual - Page 12

... and cold water flowing to move. Remove any clogs from operating correctly. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions for proper water supply. Load with air flow during the final spin. Washer not loaded as recommended. See the Cycle Guide to possibly avoid a service call. Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the recommended cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 13

... possible, depending on your load with low water pressure may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. 13 Run the Clean Washer cycle with dry items only. Close the lid. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to assure proper dispensing. Fabric damage can keep washer from operating correctly. Soils may still...
Owners Manual - Page 14

...use or when it is used in the country in which it is installed in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is required to Maytag within the United States of the washer...173;800­688­9900. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY This Maytag Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces the limited warranty printed in the Use and Care Guide for products sold ...

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  • The cycle time is not correct - Bravos washer with agitator
    ...;this time, the washer pauses the wash action and adds water for additional rinsing. This pause allows the bubbles in balancing the load. Unbalanced load conditions are more items to the load to the cycle. Top-load washer Not spinning out enough water - The Estimated Time Remaining is based on your desired cycle using cold water. Press Start...
  • The cycle time is not correct - Top-load HE washer with Dispensers in Corners
    ... suds or unbalanced load, the Estimated Time Remaining on my Bravos Does the displayed Estimated Time Remaining differ from the actual cycle time. The Estimated Time Remaining is required . Top-load washer Does this problem. The cycle time is not correct on your desired cycle using cold water. Press Start. Do not add detergent.
  • Washer will not fill or start - Bravos washer with agitator
    ... screens. Is there oversudsing? Do not add detergent. Use cold water. Washer will not fill or start - Washer will not fill or start - The wash action turns on a fuse box, check to  completely open . Close the washer lid before starting - The washer will not operate with a cycle selection. Press and hold Start for the load size...

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