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Question posted by papeJe on July 18th, 2013
Maytag Centennial Washer Will Not Lock Lid After Power Outage
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
... Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in the top of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2
Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...of drain hose should be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Wall standpipe drain ...from bottom of washer. Water remaining in washer after use may be purchased separately. Proper installation is not recommended. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of
power cord on the...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...washer. Move washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- n This washer is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of its final location; n Check with a power... the washer is properly grounded. It is recommended that the ground path is necessary for proper operation and to install it and make sure lid is taped...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... case you need additional parts with clamp. Gently place power cord over side of laundry tub. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in standpipe
Drain hose form
Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain Hose...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... weight of front using lid, as needed.
12. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to raise the washer. Check levelness of washer
Place level here
Place level here
If washer is level, skip to reduce excess noise and vibration.
13. Not Level
LEVEL
Not Level
7 Check levelness of washer.
15.
Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... yellow shipping materials were completely
removed from console and any cycle. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Dispose of/recycle all of washer. Close lid. Select any tape
remaining on some models). q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... the lid lock goes through a self-test. This may also result in short pulses to a traditional agitator-style washer. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will ...with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. You will begin the sensing process to use.
Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with your...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... restarted. At each stage of fabric and soils being washed.
Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will hear the motor turn , and the lid will first perform a self-test on your laundry load. You will use the warmest wash water safe for detailed descriptions.
4 START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON Press to the...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. DONE
Once the cycle is restarted.
5 Press START/ Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. This light indicates that the lid is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was...
Owners Manual - Page 6
Items to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. High Use this cycle to wash:
Cycle: Temperature*:
Heavily ...level sensing process may take longer for some items than other fabric types.
Place small items in washer
Clean Washer
Hot Warm Cool Cold
Spin Speed**:
Cycle Details:
High
Provides maximum wash time and action for normally...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...into the Downy Ball®, pull the ring tightly to dispense fabric softener in cycle. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of fabric softener based on your wash cycle.
8
3. Items ...
Do not overfill, dilute, or use of the basket. Load laundry into washer. load them in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force ...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... to light soils
Colors that bleed or fade Light soils
Dark colors that feature to your previous washer provided. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. the lid will light. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to ON.
9 You...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...and remaining water. 3. disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses. 2. Unplug washer or disconnect power. IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to
liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Do not use abrasive...R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage washer. If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START/Pause/Unlock for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. To...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... drain system and drain any remaining water into basket opening. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer.
4. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power.
3. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Place inlet hoses and drain...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... and locked. Washer not performing as coins could fall between basket and tub or may not be in washer drain ...loading instructions.
Gurgling or humming
Washer may hear the hum of plywood under the Lid." Empty pockets before water is...washer. For normal operating sounds, goto www.maytag.com/help - Unbalanced loading can backup out of alignment and cause water to drainpipe or laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... that inlet valve screens have water flowing to reduce suds. Lid must be stopped to inlet valve. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run . Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Do not add more than...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... & SPIN.
Not using HE detergent or using too much detergent causing suds to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than your previous washer. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Evenly arrange the wet load for proper water supply. Check for balanced spinning. The...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... Extra Rinse to move. Select a cycle with the best cycle. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in the bleach dispenser.
15
Not using correct cycle for fabric ... cycle. Always select "Yes" when adding fabric softener. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Sand, pet hair, lint, etc.
...
Owners Manual - Page 16
... and follow the manufacturer's directions.
See "Cleaning Your Washer" in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.
The lid will not start or fill with the lid open. Load with the best cycle. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your Washer" section. Lid locked light is flashing
The lid is started. This may still be spinning. Solution...
Energy Guide - Page 1
Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 per therm.
• For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062941) U.S. 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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... at the same time for 3 seconds to turn off the alarm. To avoid unintentionally locking the dispenser or changing other compartment. To turn all dispenser and control sounds, including the...period of the compartments. Disabling Sounds The illustartion may be sure to a recent power outage, product malfunction or any other reason. Temperature alarm feature-Side by side refrigerator ... -
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