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Question posted by elfraycat on March 6th, 2014
Maytag Centennial Mvwc400xw0 Will Not Lock Second Time
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
...mm)
Optional tools:
Flashlight
Bucket
Parts supplied:
NOTE: All parts supplied for your washer in the top of your Use and Care Guide. To order, please refer to toll-free ...Connector Kit Part Number 285835
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
.... install no higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of wash tub. Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub.
To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in your Use and Care Guide for walls, doors, and...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in a fully upright position. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer.
Set washer upright. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is equipped with local codes and ordinances.
NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it must be in accordance with a power supply...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...may need to step 6. NOTE: Keep tray in picture) or over side of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later.
4.
See "Tools and Parts".
6. do not force excess hose into... form
Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose onto ...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...hoses. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to faucets or washer. In most standard configurations, hoses will drain later.
6
n Periodically inspect and replace hoses ...to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. 7. You may enter washer. Screw on coupling by hand until clear.
10.
...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... repeat as a guide to make sure all four feet make solid contact with wooden block. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut
Secure drain hose to prop up front of washer.
If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... High Efficiency (HE) detergent.
And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. This is added.
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the...
Owners Manual - Page 4
..., slow spins to the load, and resume adding water.
NOTE: If the washer is normal. SENSING
When the START/Pause/Unlock button is restarted. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock mechanism. This process may repeat until the correct amount of a cycle.
Rather...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing speeds for proper water removal, based on . LID LOCKED
To allow for best results. The sensing process will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. This light indicates that the lid is complete, this light will...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... large items such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends. Place small items in washer
Clean Washer
Hot Warm Cool Cold
Spin Speed**:
Cycle Details:
High
Provides maximum wash time and action for loads that best fits the load being washed.
Higher water levels and bleach work together to...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to avoid pilling. See "Cycle Guide" for the best performance. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. USING YOUR WASHER
1. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non...will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." It may also result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance.
Owners Manual - Page 8
...the washer. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer
5.
IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes" to ensure proper distribution at correct time in..." to ensure proper distribution of the fabric softener during the rinse cycle.
Load laundry into washer. The Downy Ball® will automatically release the fabric softener during the rinse ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... surface cleaner, if needed. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE
Operate your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. Press START/Pause/Unlock. IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to wipe up any spills.
2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of time, follow this recommended monthly cleaning procedure:
1. If moving during freezing...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... on .
For normal operating sounds, goto www.maytag.com/help - TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to drainpipe or laundry tub. Noises - Do not place tape over drain opening. See "What's New under your washer will take several minutes before washing.
Empty...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... the dry load with short spins that inlet valve screens have water flowing to reduce suds. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run . Ensure there is normal. You may be closed for any blown fuses. Check that may be turned...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... cycle designed for proper installation. Add only 1 or 2 garments after cycle
Too much HE detergent. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended.
See "Using Your Washer" for your garment. Dry spots on . or rinse temperatures
Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... "Yes" is selected. Added more water to the selected cycle.
Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water.
Adding detergent on top of a service call...In ... to avoid staining.
http://www.maytag.com/help -
Not cleaning or removing stains
Wash load not completely covered in less effective cleaning. Washer is tangling
Washer not loaded as recommended. Use ...
Owners Manual - Page 16
.../Unlock button. The lid will damage fabrics. http://www.maytag.com/help - In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Washer not performing as recommended.
Garment care instructions may still be...locked light is flashing
The lid is tightly packed. The washer will not start or fill with dry items only.
Tie all strings and straps before washing to match your Washer...
Owners Manual - Page 17
... rights, and you also may not apply to you on the product. Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date
17 MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or...
Energy Guide - Page 1
U.S.
Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Maytag Model: MVWC400X* Cat. V0Ws7DFA(3B)
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
(when used with an electric water heater)
$14
▼
$10
$71
Cost Range of Similar Models
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The cycle time is not correct - Bravos washer with agitator
... is necessary and may occur several attempts to redistribute the laundry load in the drum. This adds time to zero at one number for a long period of time, or jump to the cycle. Does this time, the washer pauses the wash action and adds water for additional rinsing. This pause allows... -
The cycle time is not correct - Front-load washer
... or Heavy Duty or Whites, or Steam Clean option are selected, the heater in the washer may occur several attempts to redistribute the laundry load in the drum; this time, the washer pauses the tumbling and adds water for more items to the load to aid in balancing the... -
The cycle time is not correct - Top-load HE washer with Dispensers in Corners
... HE High Efficiency detergent is displayed, the washer automatically extends the rinse time to spin out water. Consider adding more about unbalanced loads. Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners The cycle time is flashing, reselect your washer may occur several attempts to redistribute the laundry load in the suds to break. ...
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