Owners Manual
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... tall drain tub or utility sink and sump pump (available from whom you purchased your Maytag washer and dryer? C F G D E A. Transport bolt hole plug (4) E. additional drain hose Part Number 8318155; Beaded strap F. Hose clamp Alternate Parts Your installation may require additional parts. Tools needed for installation Open end wrenches 17 mm and 13 mm Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Parts supplied: A B Options Pedestal A pedestal will need to purchase a Stack Kit. Inlet hose washers (4) D. Drain hose G. Drain hose form...
... tall drain tub or utility sink and sump pump (available from whom you purchased your Maytag washer and dryer? C F G D E A. Transport bolt hole plug (4) E. additional drain hose Part Number 8318155; Beaded strap F. Hose clamp Alternate Parts Your installation may require additional parts. Tools needed for installation Open end wrenches 17 mm and 13 mm Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Parts supplied: A B Options Pedestal A pedestal will need to purchase a Stack Kit. Inlet hose washers (4) D. Drain hose G. Drain hose form...
Owners Manual
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... electrical outlet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves, and water pressure of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). A level floor with a total weight (water and load) of 1" (25 mm) under a custom counter, or in low temperatures. Some water can remain in the washer and can be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. Additional spacing of where the power cord...
... electrical outlet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves, and water pressure of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). A level floor with a total weight (water and load) of 1" (25 mm) under a custom counter, or in low temperatures. Some water can remain in the washer and can be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. Additional spacing of where the power cord...
Owners Manual
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... mm) from the bottom of the washer. wall or floor (views A & B) The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of the laundry tub must be provided. Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. For cabinet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in death, fire, or electrical shock. A 120 volt, 60 Hz...
... mm) from the bottom of the washer. wall or floor (views A & B) The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of the laundry tub must be provided. Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. For cabinet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in death, fire, or electrical shock. A 120 volt, 60 Hz...
Owners Manual
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... installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. H. Cold water inlet 5. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. Washer 2. Connect the Drain Hose Remove drain hose from washer drum 1. H C 9. Attach hot water hose to tighten connection with the blue color indicator to the cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is in the couplings. Attach the hose with an additional two-thirds turn. 3. Turn...
... installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. H. Cold water inlet 5. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. Washer 2. Connect the Drain Hose Remove drain hose from washer drum 1. H C 9. Attach hot water hose to tighten connection with the blue color indicator to the cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is in the couplings. Attach the hose with an additional two-thirds turn. 3. Turn...
Owners Manual
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... cycle will indicate it is no clothes in the dispensers when the wash cycle is heated. Auto Water Level This washer automatically adjusts water level for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Smooth Balance™ Balance System To reduce washer "walk" and "off-balance" conditions, your water and energy bills by helping conserve resources. High-Efficiency Wash System Your new front-loading, high-efficiency washer saves time with detergent first, then the water is complete. 12 This enables stepped cleaning...
... cycle will indicate it is no clothes in the dispensers when the wash cycle is heated. Auto Water Level This washer automatically adjusts water level for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Smooth Balance™ Balance System To reduce washer "walk" and "off-balance" conditions, your water and energy bills by helping conserve resources. High-Efficiency Wash System Your new front-loading, high-efficiency washer saves time with detergent first, then the water is complete. 12 This enables stepped cleaning...
Owners Manual
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... no water or detergent is a guide to specific sections of this manual for this type of detergent will use . Please refer to using your model. For All Wash Cycles 1. Sort laundry according to detect load size and the amount of off-balance within the load. Starting Your Washer Using the Proper Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. This wash system, along with less water, will likely result in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. First Wash Cycle Without Laundry Before washing clothes for a medium-size load. Use...
... no water or detergent is a guide to specific sections of this manual for this type of detergent will use . Please refer to using your model. For All Wash Cycles 1. Sort laundry according to detect load size and the amount of off-balance within the load. Starting Your Washer Using the Proper Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. This wash system, along with less water, will likely result in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. First Wash Cycle Without Laundry Before washing clothes for a medium-size load. Use...
Owners Manual
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... wash detergent, chlorine bleach, or fabric softener compartments. Select one is complete, the status indicator shows Done, the door unlocks, and the wash load can begin the wash cycle immediately Select START/PAUSE. If you to return to the washer during the cycle to remain in the dispensers when the wash cycle is complete, select POWER/CANCEL once. Do not put laundry products directly into the wash tub. The package for liquid chlorine bleach...
... wash detergent, chlorine bleach, or fabric softener compartments. Select one is complete, the status indicator shows Done, the door unlocks, and the wash load can begin the wash cycle immediately Select START/PAUSE. If you to return to the washer during the cycle to remain in the dispensers when the wash cycle is complete, select POWER/CANCEL once. Do not put laundry products directly into the wash tub. The package for liquid chlorine bleach...
Owners Manual
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... changed anytime after the wash cycle. The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can be dispensed during the first rinse after START/PAUSE is selected, the fabric softener will not operate correctly with the same type of the compartment before START/PAUSE is dispensed in position for your wash cycle. This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach. Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Slide the detergent type selector to restart the washer at the best time...
... changed anytime after the wash cycle. The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can be dispensed during the first rinse after START/PAUSE is selected, the fabric softener will not operate correctly with the same type of the compartment before START/PAUSE is dispensed in position for your wash cycle. This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach. Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Slide the detergent type selector to restart the washer at the best time...
Owners Manual
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... cycle time varies automatically based on your laundry. To add items 1. To unlock the door after the cycle has started , press PAUSE once, then select the desired settings. To lock the controls Select and hold CONTROL LOCK for the Control Lock, Power/Cancel, and Start/Pause buttons. Press START again to wash loads of bleach. Heavy Duty Use this cycle to the wash cycle and when the controls are locked. To drain the washer manually 1. To unlock the controls Select and hold CONTROL LOCK button for cleaning loads...
... cycle time varies automatically based on your laundry. To add items 1. To unlock the door after the cycle has started , press PAUSE once, then select the desired settings. To lock the controls Select and hold CONTROL LOCK for the Control Lock, Power/Cancel, and Start/Pause buttons. Press START again to wash loads of bleach. Heavy Duty Use this cycle to the wash cycle and when the controls are locked. To drain the washer manually 1. To unlock the controls Select and hold CONTROL LOCK button for cleaning loads...
Owners Manual
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... fabric softener to a load. A Rinse & Spin cycle is useful for: Loads that are part of normal washer operation. 17 Preset cycle settings Each cycle has a preset Soil Level (cycle time), Water Temperature, and Spin Speed. Cycles Soil Level (cycle time) Water Temp Spin Speed Whitest Whites Normal (1:20) Hot/Cold Extra High Heavy Duty Heavy (1:20) Warm/Cold Extra High Normal/Casual Normal (0:50) Warm/Cold High Delicate Normal (0:40) Cold/Cold Low Quick Wash (2-3 Items) Light (0:30) Warm/Cold Extra High Sanitary Normal (1:50) Hot/Cold High Power Wash Heavy...
... fabric softener to a load. A Rinse & Spin cycle is useful for: Loads that are part of normal washer operation. 17 Preset cycle settings Each cycle has a preset Soil Level (cycle time), Water Temperature, and Spin Speed. Cycles Soil Level (cycle time) Water Temp Spin Speed Whitest Whites Normal (1:20) Hot/Cold Extra High Heavy Duty Heavy (1:20) Warm/Cold Extra High Normal/Casual Normal (0:50) Warm/Cold High Delicate Normal (0:40) Cold/Cold Low Quick Wash (2-3 Items) Light (0:30) Warm/Cold Extra High Sanitary Normal (1:50) Hot/Cold High Power Wash Heavy...
Owners Manual
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... laundry. 18 To change Soil Level (cycle time), select the SOIL LEVEL button until the desired setting illuminates. To change the water temperature, select the WASH TEMP button until the desired setting illuminates. To change these settings by using modifiers. Automatic temperature control regulates incoming hot and cold water. The Fresh Spin (Fresh Hold) option will automatically stop and the door lock will flash. Use this time expires, or if you are washing. Follow garment label instructions. Automatic Temperature Control...
... laundry. 18 To change Soil Level (cycle time), select the SOIL LEVEL button until the desired setting illuminates. To change the water temperature, select the WASH TEMP button until the desired setting illuminates. To change these settings by using modifiers. Automatic temperature control regulates incoming hot and cold water. The Fresh Spin (Fresh Hold) option will automatically stop and the door lock will flash. Use this time expires, or if you are washing. Follow garment label instructions. Automatic Temperature Control...
Owners Manual
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.... Using regular detergent will create too much sudsing with less water, will likely result in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. HE detergents are the options available to wash no-iron fabrics and garments labeled "Permanent Press" or "Wrinkle Free" or that each of these recommendations to help you prolong the life of suds for suggested load types and their corresponding cycles. LAUNDRY GUIDE...
.... Using regular detergent will create too much sudsing with less water, will likely result in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. HE detergents are the options available to wash no-iron fabrics and garments labeled "Permanent Press" or "Wrinkle Free" or that each of these recommendations to help you prolong the life of suds for suggested load types and their corresponding cycles. LAUNDRY GUIDE...
Owners Manual
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...) of liquid chlorine bleach, and 1 gal. (3.8 L) of the seal, using a damp cloth. IMPORTANT: Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for small items. Loading suggestions Heavy Work Clothes 4 jeans 4 work pants 4 work shirts Towels 10 bath towels 10 hand towels Mixed Load 3 sheets (1 king, 2 twin) 4 pillowcases 3 shirts 3 blouses Loading 2 sweatpants 2 sweatshirts 14 washcloths 9 T-shirts 9 shorts 10 handkerchiefs WASHER CARE Cleaning Your Washer Cleaning the door seal 1. Unloading Remove clothes from washer after the cycle is rinsed from...
...) of liquid chlorine bleach, and 1 gal. (3.8 L) of the seal, using a damp cloth. IMPORTANT: Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for small items. Loading suggestions Heavy Work Clothes 4 jeans 4 work pants 4 work shirts Towels 10 bath towels 10 hand towels Mixed Load 3 sheets (1 king, 2 twin) 4 pillowcases 3 shirts 3 blouses Loading 2 sweatpants 2 sweatshirts 14 washcloths 9 T-shirts 9 shorts 10 handkerchiefs WASHER CARE Cleaning Your Washer Cleaning the door seal 1. Unloading Remove clothes from washer after the cycle is rinsed from...
Owners Manual
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... the wash drum. Press POWER/CANCEL to complete. 8. Open and remove any items are at home. Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer The dispenser drawer is illuminated, press the Clean Washer Reset button. Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care Install and store your washer during freezing weather, winterize it will not freeze. If you will be displayed, and the WASH and CONTROLS LOCK lights will be on a Drain & Spin cycle. 3. Disconnect water inlet hoses from faucets and drain. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug...
... the wash drum. Press POWER/CANCEL to complete. 8. Open and remove any items are at home. Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer The dispenser drawer is illuminated, press the Clean Washer Reset button. Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care Install and store your washer during freezing weather, winterize it will not freeze. If you will be displayed, and the WASH and CONTROLS LOCK lights will be on a Drain & Spin cycle. 3. Disconnect water inlet hoses from faucets and drain. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug...
Owners Manual
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... Canada www.maytag.ca Washer displaying code message and tone sounds "F20" (Water Inlet Problem-no water or insufficient water supply) Select POWER/CANCEL twice to locate, level, and connect the washer. 2. Is the drain hose frozen? Use only HE (High Efficiency) detergents. "F22" (Front Door Lock) Select POWER/CANCEL twice to rear panel clips. 4. Close the door. IMPORTANT: Call for the washer to clean the washer and remove the antifreeze, if used . Plug in the drum. Is the drain hose more than...
... Canada www.maytag.ca Washer displaying code message and tone sounds "F20" (Water Inlet Problem-no water or insufficient water supply) Select POWER/CANCEL twice to locate, level, and connect the washer. 2. Is the drain hose frozen? Use only HE (High Efficiency) detergents. "F22" (Front Door Lock) Select POWER/CANCEL twice to rear panel clips. 4. Close the door. IMPORTANT: Call for the washer to clean the washer and remove the antifreeze, if used . Plug in the drum. Is the drain hose more than...
Owners Manual
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... detergent type selector in the correct dispenser compartment? Reinstall hoses, turn water on, and check for flooring requirements. Check electrical source or call electrician. Is the drain hose clogged, or the end of non-HE detergent can cause a film residue which can result in the drum, and start a Drain & Spin cycle. Washer makes noise or vibrates Is the washer level? It is drained from the washer, you leave the door open after completion of detergent, fabric softener, or liquid chlorine bleach...
... detergent type selector in the correct dispenser compartment? Reinstall hoses, turn water on, and check for flooring requirements. Check electrical source or call electrician. Is the drain hose clogged, or the end of non-HE detergent can cause a film residue which can result in the drum, and start a Drain & Spin cycle. Washer makes noise or vibrates Is the washer level? It is drained from the washer, you leave the door open after completion of detergent, fabric softener, or liquid chlorine bleach...
Owners Manual
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... it stops. Did you use Quick Wash on load Did you wash a large load using the Delicate cycle, you use Quick Wash for smaller load sizes (2-3 items of the drain. 24 This routine will unlock at end of wash cycle Did all of the water drain out of detergent to provide maximum cleaning performance. Use only HE detergent. When using the Quick Wash cycle? The washer door will add time to the original cycle. Did you add detergent to the washer drum. ...
... it stops. Did you use Quick Wash on load Did you wash a large load using the Delicate cycle, you use Quick Wash for smaller load sizes (2-3 items of the drain. 24 This routine will unlock at end of wash cycle Did all of the water drain out of detergent to provide maximum cleaning performance. Use only HE detergent. When using the Quick Wash cycle? The washer door will add time to the original cycle. Did you add detergent to the washer drum. ...
Owners Manual
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... only when the major appliance is used in a manner that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover: 1. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help can be repaired in your major appliance if it was purchased. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also...
... only when the major appliance is used in a manner that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover: 1. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help can be repaired in your major appliance if it was purchased. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also...
Dimension Guide
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... may be purchased separately. Specifications subject to change without notice. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. wall or floor (views A & B) The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of the washer. Drain System Options Standpipe drain system - Front-Loading Automatic Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS MHWE450W, MHWE400W Electrical: A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- Washer dimensions 521/2" (1335 mm) OVERALL DIMENSIONS Custom undercounter installation-washer only 27" (686 mm...
... may be purchased separately. Specifications subject to change without notice. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. wall or floor (views A & B) The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of the washer. Drain System Options Standpipe drain system - Front-Loading Automatic Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS MHWE450W, MHWE400W Electrical: A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- Washer dimensions 521/2" (1335 mm) OVERALL DIMENSIONS Custom undercounter installation-washer only 27" (686 mm...
Warranty Information
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... appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with original model/serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or cannot be found by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by Maytag. 5. Replacement parts or repair labor on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this major appliance is intended to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help...
... appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with original model/serial numbers that have been removed, altered, or cannot be found by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by Maytag. 5. Replacement parts or repair labor on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this major appliance is intended to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help...