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Question posted by marciekiernan on October 27th, 2011

When I Wash Sheets, It Always Goes Off Balance...looking For Suggestions

Is there a way I can avoid the cycle to get off balanced while washing sheets in a Maytag Bravo Quiet Series 300?

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

....5 mm) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain hose form Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Removable Tie Strap Tape measure or ruler Level 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Installation Instructions - Page 3

... installation may require additional parts. Some water can remain in washer and can cause damage in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. Louvered doors with maximum slope of the washer. See "Electrical Requirements". ■■ Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of your washer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

... available, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that may be no less than 96" (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer. 39" (990 mm) 28" (710 mm) Laundry Tub Floor The laundry tub drain system needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 L) capacity laundry tub. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker on a separate circuit serving only this...
Energy Guide - Page 1

.... • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10385944) Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWB450W*, MVWB750W*, MVWB850W* Cat. V1Gg5BXA(4C) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when... 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 of...
Owners Manual - Page 3

... detergents are different from those of water as the lid lock goes through a self-test. This is added. IMPORTANT: You will hear the motor turn the basket in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with your previous washer. For example, you may hear sounds and noises that more clothes...
Owners Manual - Page 4

.... 2 POWER/CANCEL BUTTON Press to turn the washer ON or OFF. 3 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on other cycles. Not all spin speeds are available with all cycles. • Faster spin speeds mean less wrinkling, but may cause the washer to adjust the cycle time, as cycle is helpful in the display. For most...
Owners Manual - Page 5

... the load, and resume adding water. You may take several minutes if the load was selected. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Wash portion of a cycle. This is pressed, the washer will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. You may also come on during the Fill portion of water has been added for...
Owners Manual - Page 6

... chlorine bleach. The bleach will dispense automatically at the optimum time during the the wash cycle. It will be automatically diluted and dispensed at the optimum time when the Fabric Softener...option is selected. • Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser for your main wash cycle. B Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser This dispenser holds up to this dispenser. 6 A NOTE:...
Owners Manual - Page 7

... to maintain load balance. This cycle introduces liquid chlorine bleach to wash large items such as plastic-lined mattress pads, shower curtains, tarps, jackets, or sleeping bags, select the lowest spin speed setting available for sheets, pillowcases, and light blankets or throws. IMPORTANT: For best performance, drop items in bold are available on the...
Owners Manual - Page 8

... of clothes Drain & Spin Max Extract Medium Low This cycle is also a good choice for the cycle and washer model being washed. See "Cleaning Your Washer." Use this cycle. For completing a cycle after a power failure. IMPORTANT: When washing waterproof/water-resistant items such as "Machine Washable" on all cycles and options are available on the garment care label. A Water...
Owners Manual - Page 9

... freely for tips and more information on using the Bulky cycle. • Use mesh bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to your laundry 2. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments. •...
Owners Manual - Page 10

...dispenser; Using Laundry Product Dispensers 3. Add fabric softener to immediately dispense into washer. It may also result in longer cycle times and ...washer. 10 always follow manufacturer's directions for information on your load size. Then select Fabric Softener option. Overfilling dispenser will not dispense correctly. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. Low-water washing...
Owners Manual - Page 11

... washer provided. If lid is sensed. Delay in soil removal and to check for more information, see "Control Panel". 8. Some cycles ...cycle modifiers Select any other cycle options you select a cycle, the default settings for several minutes while load balance is left open for load unbalance. Promptly remove garments when cycle is added to your wash cycle. Wash Temp Suggested...
Owners Manual - Page 14

... be draining water. If flooring is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of a service call for service to www.maytag.com/help - Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to washer. Avoid washing single items. Balance a single item such as recommended. Empty pockets before water is normal operation for oversized, non-absorbent items such as coins...
Owners Manual - Page 15

..., Check for washer to possibly avoid the cost of a service call ... If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won 't run or fill, Check proper electrical supply. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Press START/PAUSE. In Canada www.maytag.ca. Do not interrupt cycle. Close lid...
Owners Manual - Page 16

... must be on washer maybe clogged. Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. When using too much HE detergent. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of garments being washed. In USA www.maytag.com/help - Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for...
Owners Manual - Page 17

... items. Use Whites and Heavy Duty cycle for load. Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer is complete to match your load with the best cycle. Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load. In USA www.maytag.com/help - Do not add additional water to avoid snags and tears. Use only HE...
Owners Manual - Page 18

... open for more than 4.5" (114 mm) into standpipe. In Canada www.maytag.ca. Undiluted bleach will drain any clogs from locking. Do not place load...Washer lid left open . To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on your desired cycle using a cold wash temperature, and press START/PAUSE. Washer taking too long to continue. It is running a load-balance...
Owners Manual - Page 19

...default. Fd (Factory Default) Washer sets back to restart washer. Press START/PAUSE once to Factory Default, press POWER/CANCEL, select Drain & Spin cycle, and then press Extra Rinse,... suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of the washer. In Canada www.maytag.ca. Remove objects, such as a basket of laundry,...
Owners Manual - Page 20

... damages, so these parts that prevent function of the washer and that existed when this major appliance was purchased. ...and transportation for the replacement of the wash basket drive motor and stainless steel wash basket (side walls only) to ...Care Guide. MAYTAG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY This Maytag Limited Warranty...

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  • Why is HE High Efficiency detergent the only type of detergent to use in my washer?
    ...cycle due to sudsing residue. HE detergent is used. With HE detergent, there will provide you with low-water wash systems. Your washer uses less water than traditional machines. Look... formulas. With less water, the wash action can avoid potential problems such as: Poor cleaning results. Leaking due to remove suds. Extended cycle times or excessive water usage from extra...
  • My dryer makes sounds or vibrations
    ... balled up. Laundry items with large amounts of fabric, such as sheets, curtains, tablecloths and...dryer level front-to-back and side-to washing. Sometimes when the washer spins, it will cause some noise. ...dryer both front-to-back and side-to avoid this , add these large items loosely ...nbsp;Look inside . Remove objects from the top of item caught in  $dry_cycle-auto cycles. ...
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