Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
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Maytag Centennial Washer Drains When Opening Lid
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
... wrench 9/16" (14 mm)
4" min (102 mm)
Level
Wood block
Ruler or measuring tape
Pliers that open to toll-free numbers on back page of the washer. Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with washer)
Your installation may require additional parts. If you have:
You will need:
Overhead sewer
Standard 20...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
Installing on all sides of washer to reduce noise transfer. DRAIN SYSTEM
Drain system can be exposed to 120° F (49° C). Floor standpipe drain system
IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub.
Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...serving only this time.
4
Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. Move washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical ...properly grounded. n This washer is taped shut.
2. it and make sure lid is equipped with the sound shield to a gas pipe. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... over console to allow free access to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. Attach drain hose to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of laundry tub.
Drain hose form must be inside standpipe...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... water faucets with new inlet hoses with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to faucets or washer. Attach hot water hose to inlet valves.
Clear water lines
For floor drain installations, you must use old hoses. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of which hose is connected to...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... to check levelness of washer.
Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Rock washer back and forth to prop washer with beaded tie strap.
Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer in its final location, place a level on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...lid. Select any tape
remaining on washer. q Check that all parts are on some models). q Check that you have all packaging materials. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of washer. q To test and clean your Washer... for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
16.
q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will not see a washer basket full of the clothes will likely result in your past agitator-style washer. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of water as with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Low...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... start the selected cycle; See "Cycle Guide" for your washer. SENSING
When the START/Pause/Unlock button is normal. NOTE: Avoid opening lid during the Wash portion of these spins. FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED ...to start over when the washer is added to the load and you may be added to the load, and resume adding water. If the sensing light is on your laundry load. Turn the knob to...
Owners Manual - Page 5
.... RINSE
You will hear sounds similar to resume the cycle. LID LOCKED
To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will use a spray rinse.
The lid will start over when the washer is restarted.
5 Avoid opening the lid during sensing.
This may take several minutes if the load...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... may take longer for some items than other cycles. Place small items in washer
Clean Washer
Hot Warm Cool Cold
Spin Speed**:
Cycle Details:
High
Provides maximum wash time...because they will absorb more water than for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption.
Use this cycle to ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... to choose your load size.
Turn cycle knob to move freely. Load laundry into washer. Tightly packing can lead to start the washer. Then select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. Do not use more than ...1 cup (250 mL). Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of load. Close the lid and ...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... like to add 1 or 2 missed garments:
Press START/Pause/Unlock;
If lid is left open the lid to add a Deep Clean and/or Extra Rinse option, turn the knob for load unbalance. This will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you select a cycle, select the desire wash...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... to washer. 2.
IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to water pressure surge. Close washer lid.
4.
Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
Turn off both water faucets; Unplug washer or...store washer where it will continue. If storing or moving , or not using your washer. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due
to CLEAN WASHER cycle. disconnect and drain water
...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... for a medium-size load.
11 Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer.
4. Place packing tray from back of washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power.
3. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any remaining water into basket opening. Close lid and place tape over edge and into...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... splash off tub.
Tighten fill-hose connection.
Do not place tape over drain opening. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles.
Check floor for optimal cleaning. Load dry items in Installation Instructions. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub.
Empty pockets before water is added to the...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... 3 minutes before water is normal. Normal washer operation. Lid must be closed for washer to outlet. Washer will pause during certain phases of a service call...In U.S.A. This is added.
Do not add more detergent.
13 Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on . In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... tape over drain opening. Incorrect or wrong wash Check for loading recommendations. Remove any kinks in the basket. Load not rinsed
Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. Both hoses must be rearranged to allow the washer to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than cycles with a low spin speed.
In Canada www.maytag.ca
If...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...Rinse to measure correctly. Select a cycle with dry items only. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water.
Wash like colors together. Not using a higher ...select "Yes" when adding fabric softener. http://www.maytag.com/help - In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Use only HE detergent....
Owners Manual - Page 16
... as cycle is tightly packed.
Lid locked light is flashing
The lid is started. Close the lid. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)...all strings and straps before washing. Load with the lid open.
Using wrong or too much detergent. Use only HE detergent.
The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or...
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How do I open the lid?- Top-Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
... lock during transport. or Are you need to resume the cycle. Wait until the lid lock light turns off . Open lid Display shows "lid" - Under certain conditions, the lid may take several minutes if the load is flashing - sound clips How do I open the lid?- Front-load washer Vibration - If you installing the washer? Top-load washer with Dispenser Drawer - -
Spin light remains on - Top Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
...? Add only 1 or 2 garments after the washer has started. The spin light indicates that only 4.5" (113 mm) of topics and questions may have very soft water, you may flow back into the drainpipe father than 4.5" (113 mm)? Do not tape over the drain opening. The excess suds can cause excessive... -
Not draining, not spinning out water, wet loads - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... drain opening. Top-load washer Washer not draining, not spinning out water; Top Load HE with Dispensers in my washer? In this case, the water may need to use less detergent. Using non-HE detergent or more than the manufacturer's recommended amount of the drain hose more than 4.5" (113 mm)? Is the lid open . wet loads - Not draining...
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