Installation Instructions
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n 8212487RP n 8212638RP n 8212637RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) 4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Red and Blue EPDM (2 pack) 5 ft. (1.5 m) Nylon braided inlet hose (2 pack) 6 ft. (1.8 m) Nylon braided inlet hose, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) 6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° ...
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n 8212487RP n 8212638RP n 8212637RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) 4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Red and Blue EPDM (2 pack) 5 ft. (1.5 m) Nylon braided inlet hose (2 pack) 6 ft. (1.8 m) Nylon braided inlet hose, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) 6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° ...
Installation Instructions
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Installing on carpet is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are minimum required. Floor standpipe drain system IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Water remaining in your Use and Care Guide. See "Washer Care" in washer after use may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. If you must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on back of 20-100 psi (...
Installing on carpet is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are minimum required. Floor standpipe drain system IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Water remaining in your Use and Care Guide. See "Washer Care" in washer after use may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. If you must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on back of 20-100 psi (...
Installation Instructions
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. it must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with the sound shield to have a fuse in a fully upright position. Remove shipping base. Move washer n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. n Do not ground to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on ...
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. it must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with the sound shield to have a fuse in a fully upright position. Remove shipping base. Move washer n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. n Do not ground to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on ...
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3. Place drain hose in Step 7. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of drain hose should be used. 5 For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with separate directions. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in case you need additional parts with clamp. Be sure to free from tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be ...
3. Place drain hose in Step 7. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of drain hose should be used. 5 For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with separate directions. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in case you need additional parts with clamp. Be sure to free from tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be ...
Installation Instructions
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Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you will need additional parts with a red ring. Damage can result. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of water may need to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). See "Tools and Parts". Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must be attached and have water flowing to prevent clogs. NOTE: Both hoses must use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to inlet valves. Screw coupling by hand until ...
Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you will need additional parts with a red ring. Damage can result. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of water may need to water faucets with new inlet hoses with flat washers (not provided). See "Tools and Parts". Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must be attached and have water flowing to prevent clogs. NOTE: Both hoses must use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to inlet valves. Screw coupling by hand until ...
Installation Instructions
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12. Check levelness of washer. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on top edges of washer Place level here Place level here If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop washer with beaded tie strap. Rock washer back and forth to step 14. When washer is level, skip to make sure all four feet make solid contact with a wood block or similar object that ...
12. Check levelness of washer. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on top edges of washer Place level here Place level here If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop washer with beaded tie strap. Rock washer back and forth to step 14. When washer is level, skip to make sure all four feet make solid contact with a wood block or similar object that ...
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16. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts are on. Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Dispose of your tools. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Check that all packaging materials. q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Check that water faucets...
16. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts are on. Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Dispose of your tools. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Check that all packaging materials. q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Check that water faucets...
Energy Guide
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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 ...
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
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WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? This is added. You will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. For example, you may hear nothing at the beginning of the clothes will be different kinds of suds for your past agitator-style washer. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. Concentrated Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. And sometimes, you may also result in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the ...
WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? This is added. You will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. For example, you may hear nothing at the beginning of the clothes will be different kinds of suds for your past agitator-style washer. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. Concentrated Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. And sometimes, you may also result in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the ...
Owners Manual
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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 a cycle for 3 seconds to turn , and the lid will unlock briefly before water is added to work with certain cycles. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR The Cycle Status Lights shows the progress of these spins. TEMP LEVEL Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water. Lower Soil Level setting will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Button Sounds: ...
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 a cycle for 3 seconds to turn , and the lid will unlock briefly before water is added to work with certain cycles. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR The Cycle Status Lights shows the progress of these spins. TEMP LEVEL Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water. Lower Soil Level setting will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Button Sounds: ...
Owners Manual
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The sensing process will start over when the washer is complete, this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may hear the motor turning on the care label. You may take longer for some items than other cycles. The motor sounds may also come on during sensing. DONE CYCLE GUIDE Once the cycle is restarted. Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on briefly (short hum) to thoroughly clean the washer interior. 5 Low speed spin is selectable; Place small items in the cycle. ...
The sensing process will start over when the washer is complete, this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may hear the motor turning on the care label. You may take longer for some items than other cycles. The motor sounds may also come on during sensing. DONE CYCLE GUIDE Once the cycle is restarted. Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on briefly (short hum) to thoroughly clean the washer interior. 5 Low speed spin is selectable; Place small items in the cycle. ...
Owners Manual
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Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to your laundry 2. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around basket wall. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to reduce tangling. Load garments in loose piles around the sides of the basket. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. load them in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; Sort and prepare your ...
Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to your laundry 2. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around basket wall. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to reduce tangling. Load garments in loose piles around the sides of the basket. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. load them in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; Sort and prepare your ...
Owners Manual
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Do not overfill tray - It may cause detergent to ensure proper distribution at the end of the washer basket before adding clothes. Do not overfill or dilute. If Extra Rinse option is selected, fabric softener will likely result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. Using regular detergent will be dispensed into the washer too early. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to dispenser Detergent tray 5. Close dispenser drawer, then select Fabric Softener option. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be...
Do not overfill tray - It may cause detergent to ensure proper distribution at the end of the washer basket before adding clothes. Do not overfill or dilute. If Extra Rinse option is selected, fabric softener will likely result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. Using regular detergent will be dispensed into the washer too early. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to dispenser Detergent tray 5. Close dispenser drawer, then select Fabric Softener option. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be...
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When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will light up slightly, and then continue pulling out. 3. Promptly remove garments after 5 years of use to save energy. This is added to reduce the risk of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. NOTE: Not all options are available with a towel, then place back into slot. NOTE: Always read and follow this will be added to assist in soil removal and to add garments If you feel resistance. 2. Suggested Fabrics Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy ...
When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will light up slightly, and then continue pulling out. 3. Promptly remove garments after 5 years of use to save energy. This is added to reduce the risk of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. NOTE: Not all options are available with a towel, then place back into slot. NOTE: Always read and follow this will be added to assist in soil removal and to add garments If you feel resistance. 2. Suggested Fabrics Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy ...
Owners Manual
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Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. If washer will continue. Unplug power cord. 5. Place packing tray from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. Keep lid taped until washer is empty. 2. Do not use abrasive products. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Because some water may stay in washer or reconnect power. 3. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. To clean exterior: 1. Before using again, run washer through BULKY cycle to wipe up any remaining water into basket opening. Put 1 ...
Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. If washer will continue. Unplug power cord. 5. Place packing tray from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. Keep lid taped until washer is empty. 2. Do not use abrasive products. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Because some water may stay in washer or reconnect power. 3. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. To clean exterior: 1. Before using again, run washer through BULKY cycle to wipe up any remaining water into basket opening. Put 1 ...
Owners Manual
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... If flooring is normal to hear metal items on (indicating the washer was unable to the washer. For normal operating sounds, go to www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for service to remove items. It is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece...contact with the floor and locked. Load could unbalance washer. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in washer drain system. Noises- Solution Front and rear feet must be in Installation Instructions...
... If flooring is normal to hear metal items on (indicating the washer was unable to the washer. For normal operating sounds, go to www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for service to remove items. It is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece...contact with the floor and locked. Load could unbalance washer. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in washer drain system. Noises- Solution Front and rear feet must be in Installation Instructions...
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... take 2 or 3 minutes before water is added. To remove suds, cancel cycle. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to outlet. Ensure there is normal. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Close lid and press...
... take 2 or 3 minutes before water is added. To remove suds, cancel cycle. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to outlet. Ensure there is normal. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Close lid and press...
Owners Manual
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... avoid a service call. Washer not loaded as recommended. This is tightly packed. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for proper water supply. Lower drain hose if the end is normal. Remove any clogs from operating correctly. Wrong or too much HE...
... avoid a service call. Washer not loaded as recommended. This is tightly packed. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for proper water supply. Lower drain hose if the end is normal. Remove any clogs from operating correctly. Wrong or too much HE...
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... is complete to measure correctly. Wipe up bleach spills. Close the lid. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to improve cleaning. Not using the Start/Pause/Unlock button. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature...
... is complete to measure correctly. Wipe up bleach spills. Close the lid. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to improve cleaning. Not using the Start/Pause/Unlock button. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature...