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Question posted by hunter29 on November 17th, 2012

My Washer Doesn't Want To Unlock And A Error Code Is Coming On F-28 Mhwz400tq

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Use and Care Guide - Page 4

... be produced in published user=repair instructions that have the skills to the State of the washer or attempt any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is removed from each for 2 weeks...or other reproductive harm. 4, Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children. [] Before the washer is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this manual...

Use and Care Guide - Page 5

... Number MHP1000SQ0 MHP1000SB0 XH P1000WR MHP1500SQ0 MHP1500SB0 MHP1500SK0 Stack Kit Are you purchased your washer and dryer? The pedestal will need to Buy 4 ft (1.2 m) drain hose extension kit, Part Number 285863 2 longer water fill hoses: 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314 10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008 Pedestal You have the option of purchasing pedestals of fill...

Use and Care Guide - Page 6

... is not reversible. • A sturdy and solid floor to support the washer with a total weight (water and load) of the washer is recommended to the back of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). ... - Hot and cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of where the power cord is not recommended. Some water can remain in the washer and can cause damage in temperatures below 32°F...

Use and Care Guide - Page 7

... Side view - tWa[[, door and floor molding may require additional spacing. top and bottom air openings for closet door. ** External exhaust elbow requires additional space. Washer on pedestal 1"_ _ 27" -_ _-- 1" ---_11"I_- 3o,/2_"1 4"I_-- (25ram) (686ram) (25ram) (25ram) (775ram) (102ram) A B A. closet or confined area Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet...

Use and Care Guide - Page 8

...) per minute. See "Tools The siphon break must be a minimum of 28" (710 mm) from the bottom of the washer. 30" rnin. (762mm) A B Select the drain hose installation method... standpipe of the laundry tub must be Floor drain system (view D) The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system,...

Use and Care Guide - Page 9

... installed and grounded in a risk of least resistance for electric current. Do not modify the plug provided with local codes and ordinances. GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS For a grounded, cord=connected washer: This washer must be provided. This washer is recommended that a qualified Do not ground to follow these instructions can result in accordance with a cord having...

Use and Care Guide - Page 10

...;I )o not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the washer. 3. Failure to move it is empty and flat washers have been placed into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket, to the center of the hole... hose couplings. 1. Attach a hose to the cold water faucet. Once the bolt is within approximately 3 ft (900 mm) of the inlet hoses. Once all 4 bolts are removed, discard the bolts and spacers....

Use and Care Guide - Page 11

... completely and check for future reference. Connect the inlet hoses to the washer's hot (H) water inlet valve. Cok] water inlet H. Attach the cold water hose to the ...locking pliers, squeeze hose clamp tabs together and insert over the end of hose failure. Slide drain hose onto washer connection. NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of drain hose. S...

Use and Care Guide - Page 14

... RINSE, if selected. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Larger Load Size Since there is started. Suspension System To reduce washer "walk" and "off -balance loads during spinning, it redistributes the clothes so that the wash water is available at the beginning of laundry products. Thermal Optimizer The heating system ensures that they are...

Use and Care Guide - Page 15

...." Follow the manufacturePs instructions to use less detergent based on the load size. Do not store laundry products on it without clothes. This initial cycle serves to using your...in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. No washer can result in death, explosion, or fire. First Wash Cycle Without Laundry ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 16

...light illuminates, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be opened or PAUSE/CANCEl_ is illuminating or if the cycle has been canceled. Do not put laundry products directly into the ...-HE detergent. Add the desired laundry product to avoid spills. Place a load of material. Overloading can cause poor cleaning. • The washer can be removed from the washer as soon as it off ....

Use and Care Guide - Page 17

...load. When the spin is too high, the washer will be automatically dispensed in the final rinse or in Dispenser Illustration) Add liquid or powdered HE detergent to restart the washer... selected. The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can be added to ...powdered detergent. • Use the measurement device which comes with a pour spout; NOTE: Overfilling could cause ...

Use and Care Guide - Page 18

... a cycle. The Estimated Time Remaining can add items to be added. 2. If a large load of clothing is run , the Estimated Time Remaining display will indicate 3 or more minutes, but...Clean light comes on your garments. When CONTROI_S I_OCKED status Light is [it, aLLbuttons are available with the remainder of the cycle the washer is locked. for the selected cycle. To unlock the controls...

Use and Care Guide - Page 19

... recommended that you want from the SPIN ... fabric care for cleaning loads of soiled white fabrics with...washer or to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics. The cycle time will contain a higher amount of water at the end of the cycle. • Use mesh garment bags to Sanitize Whites This cycle is especially designed for the selected cycle. Sanitary Use this cycle to drain your laundry...

Use and Care Guide - Page 20

... treatment. The water will be a short tone and the light for loads of detergent or bleach residue from the washer as soon as it stops. To change the spin speed, select the...rinse. The washer continues automatically from the SPIN SPEED modifier. Cycle Signal This signal is locked or unlocked, and during the washing, rinsing, or spinning process. If desired, you want from prewash into...

Use and Care Guide - Page 22

... much sudsing with less water; This wash system, along with a regular non-HE detergent. It may rust if [eft in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. To create a balanced load it is recommended that more than one mesh garment bag be used , and that each garment bag be washed together...

Use and Care Guide - Page 24

...• Refer to check for proper use. a) Mix a dilute solution, using a damp cloth. IMPORTANT: with a dry cloth and let the washer interior air dry with the dilute solution, using 3/4 cup (1 77 ml.) of liquid chlorine bleach, and 1 gal. (3.8 I .et stand ...the seal/bellow and to the bleach manufacturer's instructions for /1 A. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the...

Use and Care Guide - Page 25

... to faucets. 3. Unlock the dispenser drawer by a certified technician. When replacing your washer where it . Turn...washer: 1. Run washer on vacation or not using your washer to clean the washer and remove the antifreeze, if used . To winterize washer: 1. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer for an extended period of HE detergent for a medium-size load, to the washer...

Use and Care Guide - Page 26

.... • "LF" on a sturdy and solid floor? If the washer is locked or unlocked, and during the end of the washer must be secured to cancel the cycle. As with metal snaps, buckles or...) to cancel the cycle. www.maytag.com/help In Canada www.maytag.ca Error codes An error code may be shown in the washer. & SPIN if there is opened during the wash and rinse cycles. Re...

Use and Care Guide - Page 27

..., water pipes) for Was the door open after use? Are the laundry products in the fabric softener dispenser. A small amount of water per minute...the door locked and is plugged into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on ? Press START/PAUSE once. Washer won 't unlock Did all spills. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use the chlorine bleach dispenser for details. ...

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