Installation Guide
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... 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Install your Use and Care Guide. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n 8212487RP n 8212638RP n 8212637RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose,...Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers To order, please refer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain hose too short...
... 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Install your Use and Care Guide. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n 8212487RP n 8212638RP n 8212637RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose,...Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers To order, please refer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain hose too short...
Installation Guide
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... diameter for floor standpipe drain system. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. n A level floor with spacing of washer. Floor drain system 24 in your responsibility. Select method you need : n A water heater set to reduce noise transfer. Add spacing of ... and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in door are minimum required. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834...
... diameter for floor standpipe drain system. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. n A level floor with spacing of washer. Floor drain system 24 in your responsibility. Select method you need : n A water heater set to reduce noise transfer. Add spacing of ... and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in door are minimum required. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834...
Installation Guide
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...to install it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time. 4 n This washer is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper ...is taped shut. 2. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Set washer upright. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. If a mating outlet is not available, it and make sure lid...
...to install it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time. 4 n This washer is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper ...is taped shut. 2. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Set washer upright. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. If a mating outlet is not available, it and make sure lid...
Installation Guide
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..., open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Gently place power cord over side of laundry tub. You may need to back of washer. 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over end as shown in standpipe Drain hose form ... from tub. See "Tools and Parts". 6. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in picture) or over console to allow free access to move washer later. 4. Be sure to free from tub CONNECT DRAIN HOSE 5. Free power cord If clamp is not already in case you need additional parts with...
..., open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Gently place power cord over side of laundry tub. You may need to back of washer. 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over end as shown in standpipe Drain hose form ... from tub. See "Tools and Parts". 6. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in picture) or over console to allow free access to move washer later. 4. Be sure to free from tub CONNECT DRAIN HOSE 5. Free power cord If clamp is not already in case you need additional parts with...
Installation Guide
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...will drain later. 6 Repeat this step with second hose for future reference. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on washer. Repeat with flat washers (not provided). Record hose installation or replacement dates for cold water faucet. NOTE: Both hoses must use old hoses. If you ... attached and have water flowing to water faucets with new inlet hoses with cold water inlet valve. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to washer correctly. 10. Use pliers to hot water inlet valve marked with separate directions. Attach hot water hose to tighten couplings ...
...will drain later. 6 Repeat this step with second hose for future reference. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on washer. Repeat with flat washers (not provided). Record hose installation or replacement dates for cold water faucet. NOTE: Both hoses must use old hoses. If you ... attached and have water flowing to water faucets with new inlet hoses with cold water inlet valve. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to washer correctly. 10. Use pliers to hot water inlet valve marked with separate directions. Attach hot water hose to tighten couplings ...
Installation Guide
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... and forth to its final location. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of sides. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to check levelness of washer. Check levelness of front using lid, as shown. Adjust leveling feet 4.54".5" (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) 4.5" (1143 mm) Jam nut ...with floor. Tighten leveling feet Not Level LEVEL Not Level Jam nut On models with metal feet, when washer is level, skip to prop washer with cable tie. 12. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block. 7...
... and forth to its final location. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of sides. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to check levelness of washer. Check levelness of front using lid, as shown. Adjust leveling feet 4.54".5" (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) 4.5" (1143 mm) Jam nut ...with floor. Tighten leveling feet Not Level LEVEL Not Level Jam nut On models with metal feet, when washer is level, skip to prop washer with cable tie. 12. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block. 7...
Installation Guide
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... to complete full cycle. 8 q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of your Use and Care Guide. q Check that you have all packaging materials. q Remove protective film from... washer. Select any tape remaining on some models). q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Close lid. q Dispose of/recycle all...
... to complete full cycle. 8 q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of your Use and Care Guide. q Check that you have all packaging materials. q Remove protective film from... washer. Select any tape remaining on some models). q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Close lid. q Dispose of/recycle all...
Energy Guide
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U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity Class: Standard Maytag Models MVWC555D*, MVWX655D* Cat. V14CBJ5A(3B) Capacity (tub volume): 4.3 cubic feet Compare ONLY to other labels with a natural gas water heater) • Your cost will ...
U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity Class: Standard Maytag Models MVWC555D*, MVWX655D* Cat. V14CBJ5A(3B) Capacity (tub volume): 4.3 cubic feet Compare ONLY to other labels with a natural gas water heater) • Your cost will ...
Use & Care Guide
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...water as done in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. Using regular detergent will find a step-by-step description in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to a stop. This is normal for the load. Rather than diluting detergent as with low-water washplate wash system...detergents are different from those of the load to use. WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? Cleaning with a regular non-HE detergent. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of detergent to be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." It is normal, and does not indicate ...
...water as done in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. Using regular detergent will find a step-by-step description in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to a stop. This is normal for the load. Rather than diluting detergent as with low-water washplate wash system...detergents are different from those of the load to use. WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? Cleaning with a regular non-HE detergent. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of detergent to be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." It is normal, and does not indicate ...
Use & Care Guide
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...soiled fabrics, select Light Soil Level for more wash time. Press and hold 3 sec to cancel a cycle and drain the water from traditional washers. These sensing spins may hear the hum of water has been added for detailed descriptions. 4 CYCLE OPTIONS The following the garment label instructions, ...use short, slow spins to start over when the washer is determined by regulating incoming hot and cold water. You will unlock briefly before water is added to the load and you may ...
...soiled fabrics, select Light Soil Level for more wash time. Press and hold 3 sec to cancel a cycle and drain the water from traditional washers. These sensing spins may hear the hum of water has been added for detailed descriptions. 4 CYCLE OPTIONS The following the garment label instructions, ...use short, slow spins to start over when the washer is determined by regulating incoming hot and cold water. You will unlock briefly before water is added to the load and you may ...
Use & Care Guide
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...moves the load. LID LOCKED To allow for best results. The lid will hear sounds similar to drain. RINSE You will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener-On option was spinning at increasing speeds for proper water ...press Start/Pause. DONE Once the cycle is restarted. 5 This light indicates that the lid is normal. Fabric softener will come on. As the washer decelerates you need to resume the cycle. If you will turn on the selected cycle and spin speed. Avoid opening the lid during sensing.
...moves the load. LID LOCKED To allow for best results. The lid will hear sounds similar to drain. RINSE You will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener-On option was spinning at increasing speeds for proper water ...press Start/Pause. DONE Once the cycle is restarted. 5 This light indicates that the lid is normal. Fabric softener will come on. As the washer decelerates you need to resume the cycle. If you will turn on the selected cycle and spin speed. Avoid opening the lid during sensing.
Use & Care Guide
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... with affresh® cycle. This cycle should not be adjusted as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends. See "Washer Care." Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled items indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on each cycle. Casual and mixed loads,...heavily soiled mixed loads. NOTE: If you are using fabric softener, be sure to soak small spots of set in the washer during the Clean Washer with an empty wash tub. Recommended settings for fabrics. Not all models. Items to shorten drying times for others because ...
... with affresh® cycle. This cycle should not be adjusted as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends. See "Washer Care." Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled items indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on each cycle. Casual and mixed loads,...heavily soiled mixed loads. NOTE: If you are using fabric softener, be sure to soak small spots of set in the washer during the Clean Washer with an empty wash tub. Recommended settings for fabrics. Not all models. Items to shorten drying times for others because ...
Use & Care Guide
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... read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to avoid pilling. Using regular detergent will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." USING YOUR WASHER 1. Add laundry products • Empty pockets. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. See "Cycle Guide" for the best performance. HE...
... read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to avoid pilling. Using regular detergent will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." USING YOUR WASHER 1. Add laundry products • Empty pockets. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. See "Cycle Guide" for the best performance. HE...
Use & Care Guide
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...8224;®Downy and Downy Ball are registered trademark of load. Add fabric softener For best performance, load items in the rinse cycle, this washer has been designed to reduce wrinkling and tangling. 4. For questions on top of the Proctor & Gamble Company. 8 Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually... to Wash Load During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, then press the START/Pause button to reduce tangling. Close the lid and press the START/Pause button again to ensure ...
...8224;®Downy and Downy Ball are registered trademark of load. Add fabric softener For best performance, load items in the rinse cycle, this washer has been designed to reduce wrinkling and tangling. 4. For questions on top of the Proctor & Gamble Company. 8 Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually... to Wash Load During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, then press the START/Pause button to reduce tangling. Close the lid and press the START/Pause button again to ensure ...
Use & Care Guide
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... you select a cycle, select the wash temperature by turning the Soil Level knob to the desired setting. This may be cooler than your previous washer provided. Select wash temperature If you select a cycle, select the soil level by turning the Wash Temp knob to the desired setting. 8. Suggested... the knob for more than what your hot water heater setting. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Cool Warm water is added to your faucet. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to save...
... you select a cycle, select the wash temperature by turning the Soil Level knob to the desired setting. This may be cooler than your previous washer provided. Select wash temperature If you select a cycle, select the soil level by turning the Wash Temp knob to the desired setting. 8. Suggested... the knob for more than what your hot water heater setting. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Cool Warm water is added to your faucet. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to save...
Use & Care Guide
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... the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to remove the dispensers or trim for three seconds). Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation: 1. This cycle will be interrupted, press POWER/CANCEL. (For models with no Power/Cancel button, press and hold... START/Pause/ Unlock for cleaning. After this procedure. To remove residue from washer. 10 WASHER CARE (cont.) 2. If cycle must be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, ...
... the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to remove the dispensers or trim for three seconds). Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation: 1. This cycle will be interrupted, press POWER/CANCEL. (For models with no Power/Cancel button, press and hold... START/Pause/ Unlock for cleaning. After this procedure. To remove residue from washer. 10 WASHER CARE (cont.) 2. If cycle must be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, ...
Use & Care Guide
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...hose from back of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run washer through BULKY/SHEETS cycle to washer. 2. If you are home. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Before using your washer for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water. ...1. Turn off both water faucets. Turn on RINSE & SPIN cycle for a period of washer. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to water pressure surge. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE ...
...hose from back of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run washer through BULKY/SHEETS cycle to washer. 2. If you are home. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Before using your washer for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water. ...1. Turn off both water faucets. Turn on RINSE & SPIN cycle for a period of washer. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to water pressure surge. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE ...
Use & Care Guide
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... may not be level to operate properly. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. For normal operating sounds, goto www.maytag.com/product_help Clicking or metallic noises Objects could unbalance washer. Loose items such as coins could be completely underwater. Fill hoses not attached tightly. The load will reduce sound. See...
... may not be level to operate properly. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. For normal operating sounds, goto www.maytag.com/product_help Clicking or metallic noises Objects could unbalance washer. Loose items such as coins could be completely underwater. Fill hoses not attached tightly. The load will reduce sound. See...
Use & Care Guide
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... using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Only use an extension cord. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Lid must be attached and have not become clogged. TROUBLESHOOTING...try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to outlet. Both hot and cold water faucets must be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements. ...
... using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Only use an extension cord. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Lid must be attached and have not become clogged. TROUBLESHOOTING...try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to outlet. Both hot and cold water faucets must be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements. ...