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Question posted by jrossi on November 16th, 2014

Washer Is Very Loud. And Notice Grease Or Oil Spraying On Floor Under Unit???

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on November 17th, 2014 9:51 AM
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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

... responsibility. Proper installation is not recommended. ■■ A sturdy floor to the back of the washer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilitation openings are required. Some water can remain in washer and can cause damage in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. To order, please refer to...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

... mm). Select method you are not sure the washer is required. DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be at least 39" (990 mm) above the floor and no higher 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.
Installation Instructions - Page 5

...packing ring INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you need to move the washer in the future. Secure the lid with tape before moving across the floor. Remove foam shipping base. NOTE: Keep foam packing ring...not been removed, be sure lid is secured with tape. NOTE: To avoid floor damage during installation, set washer back upright, and remove the tape from the lid so that you can open...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

...the laundry tub. Clear water lines Run water for air. ■■ Do not lay excess hose on the bottom of which hose is connected to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. For a floor ...water faucets 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe. 2. Insert new flat washers For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, connect the drain hose form. You may need alternate parts with the hose...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

.... Level Washer IMPORTANT: Leveling your floor. 2. If all four feet are found. 4.5" (113 mm) 4.5" (113 mm) 4.5" (113 mm) A A A Secure drain hose to check whether all 4 feet were preset at washer connection. Check for wall standpipe with cold water inlet valve. Use pliers to an additional 1 1/2 turns. 7 Rock the washer back and forth to laundry tub...
Installation Instructions - Page 8

... slightly, tip back and prop up or down as needed.After the washer is not level, move the washer out to level the washer. Adjust levelness of washer Place level here Check the levelness of the washer with the floor by loosening the locknut with a 9/16" or 14 mm open-end wrench, then twisting the foot...
Installation Instructions - Page 9

...9632;■ Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. ■■ Remove film from the washer tub for future relocation of High Efficiency (HE) powdered or liquid detergent for a medium-size load...cycle and press Start. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. ■■ Read "Washer Use" in your "Use and Care Guide". ■■ To test and clean your tools. &#...
Energy Guide - Page 1

...$1.218 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWB450W*, MVWB750W*, MVWB850W* Cat. V1Gg5BXA(4C) Estimated Yearly Operating... will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated operating cost based on eight wash loads a week and a 2007 national...
Owners Manual - Page 3

... sudsing with low-water washplate wash system The most striking difference in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to soak. 3 It may hear nothing at the water inlet.... You will find a step-by-step description in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to determine the correct water level for the...
Owners Manual - Page 4

... wrinkling. 6 CYCLE OPTIONS When you select a cycle, its default options will light up . WATER SAVE SPRAY RINSE Use this option to save energy. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4 5 8 7 6... dry times, but will leave your laundry load. This option is complete. both of the signal that fabric softener is helpful in the rinse for the washer to start . 5 CYCLE MODIFIERS When...
Owners Manual - Page 5

..., press START/PAUSE. WASH You will use spray rinsing. The wash time is normal. SPIN The washer spins the load at different stages in short ...washer is pressed, the washer will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. If you may notice sounds or pauses that the lid is complete, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the load. CLEAN WASHER REMINDER T he Clean Washer...
Owners Manual - Page 7

... directly on all cycles and options are default settings for the cycle and washer model being used . A Water Save Spray Rinse is a preset cycle setting for this cycle. When washing waterproof/waterresistant...For best performance, drop items in the liquid bleach dispenser or color-safe bleach, or laundry boosters. This cycle combines high-speed wash action, medium-speed spin, and a deep ...
Owners Manual - Page 8

CYCLE GUIDE Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for this cycle. A Water Save Spray Rinse is preset for the cycle and washer model being washed. Machine-wash Hand Wash silks, hand-wash fabrics and wool Hot/Cold Warm/Warm Warm/Cold Cold/Cold Medium Heavy/Stains Extra ...
Owners Manual - Page 10

... be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." The package will likely result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be selected to dispenser Pour a measured amount of HE detergent into washer. Using Laundry Product Dispensers 3. Using regular detergent will be dispensed in the same cycle with a regular non...
Owners Manual - Page 14

...laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) An unbalanced load can backup out of a service call for an HE low-water washer. Do not place tape over drain opening. See "Using Your Washer" for flexing or sagging. Check floor...Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in contact with floor, and washer must be level to the washer. Loose items such as final amounts of the ...
Owners Manual - Page 16

...qualified washers use cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor. Not using HE detergent or using too much detergent can cause the washer to operate incorrectly. The washer ...cold inlet hoses are not clogged. Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures Washer may require additional rinsing. Remove any kinks in loose heaps evenly around the...
Owners Manual - Page 18

...more than 10 minutes, the cycle will reset and water in the washer. Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Do not overfill dispenser. Always select Fabric Softener...bleach spills. If the dial is left open for more than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor. Do not add detergent. Close the lid to the cold water inlet. To avoid, select ...
Owners Manual - Page 19

... 3 seconds and then unit returns to Standby Mode. 19 Remove objects, such as a basket of laundry, from appears in display System error code. Fd (Factory Default) Washer sets back to Factory ... the code. If code appears again, call ... Press START/PAUSE once to restart washer. When done correctly, the 7-segment displays show "Fd" for service. TROUBLESHOOTING First try...
Owners Manual - Page 20

...damages, so these parts that prevent function of the washer and that vary from the date of merchantability or tness... cations made to instruct you . If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your major appliance, unless such ... with Maytag's published installation instructions. 10. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY This Maytag Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces the ...

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