Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
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Question posted by drob430 on October 22nd, 2011
Lint Filter
where is the lint trap in this washing machine and how do I access it to clean it?
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
...2" (51 mm) diameter to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Install your washer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit ...285835
Lint clogged drain
Drain Protector Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... will need:
n A water heater set to weather or in temperatures below the top of wash tub. DRAIN SYSTEM
Drain system can be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; ... of
power cord on washer, and water pressure of washer to reduce noise transfer. n Floor must be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Water remaining in washer after use may be purchased...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...is necessary for proper operation and to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. n This washer is required. If a mating outlet is not available, it is recommended that a qualified electrician...materials It is necessary to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. Set washer upright. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is equipped with the sound shield to...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...clamp. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray.
Be sure to move washer later.
4. NOTE:... Parts".
6. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. You may need to remove all parts from tub. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to free from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. 3. ...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... this step with a red ring. Attach hot water hose to hot water faucet. Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to hot water inlet valve marked with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for leaks. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use old hoses...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... make solid contact with wooden block.
Not Level
LEVEL
Not Level
7 Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut
Secure drain hose to check levelness of washer. Use side seam as a guide to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... that you have all packaging materials.
q Check that water faucets are now installed.
q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of /recycle all of washer. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8 Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
....
Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with a regular non-HE detergent. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of water as with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Automatic Load Size Sensing
Once you may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of the wash cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... added to the load and you may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.
3 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on the type of a cycle. Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Select a wash temperature based on your laundry load. You will hear the motor turn , and the lid will...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...take several minutes if the load was selected. The sensing process will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing speeds...light will be opened. The lid will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. SPIN
The washer spins the load at high speed. DONE
Once the cycle is complete,...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... require rinsing only.
This cycle features a spray rinse. High Use this cycle to wash loads of the washer fresh and clean. Use this cycle for light weight cottons that are available on the care label. Items to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on all models.
High Use this cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...will pick up lint from lint-givers.
IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds...bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 USING YOUR WASHER
1. Add a measured amount of detergent to items during washing. ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to poor cleaning performance, and may increase wrinkling and tangling.
4. Tightly packing can lead to start the washer. load them in cycle.
Select cycle
Liquid...). For questions on your wash cycle.
8 The Downy Ball® will automatically release the fabric softener during the rinse portion of liquid fabric softener. Load laundry into washer.
Owners Manual - Page 9
... hear the hum of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. If you would like to add a Deep Clean and/or Extra Rinse option, turn the knob for that bleed or fade Light soils
8.
Select cycle options...spinning at high speed. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Wash Temp
Hot Some cold water is added to assist in soil removal and to ON.
9 ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
..., lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. To clean exterior:
1. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due
to water pressure surge. Select CLEAN WASHER cycle.
5.
CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer. To keep washer interior odor-free, follow these steps: 1.
Using liquid chlorine...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... use , vacation, winter storage, or moving .
3. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load.
11 Place packing tray from original shipping materials back inside washer basket.
6. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect drain from back of...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... the following for optimal cleaning.
Tighten fill-hose connection.
The load will not be unbalanced. Jam nuts must be in contact with the floor and locked. Avoid washing single items.
Use Bulky cycle for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Washer not loaded as coins could unbalance washer.
Humming
The sensing light...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... started.
Not cleaning or removing stains
Wash load not completely covered in the bleach dispenser.
15 Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of a service call...In U.S.A.
Not selecting Fabric Softener Added-Yes. Always select "Yes" when adding fabric softener.
Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly...
Owners Manual - Page 17
...resulting from unauthorized modifications made to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Replacement parts or repair labor on the duration of implied warranties of ... to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions.
2. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major...
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