Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
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Question posted by ReXcif on April 21st, 2014
Maytag Centennial Washer Won't Turn Start
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
...starting installation. Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm)
4" min (102 mm)
Level
Wood block
Ruler or measuring tape
Pliers that open to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer... installation are in cardboard insert in the top of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
..., except for winterizing information. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. If you must be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L).
n A level floor with spacing of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. n Do not ground to a gas pipe. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary for proper operation and to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...replacement dates for cold water faucet.
HELPFUL TIP: Make note of water may need to washer correctly. Use pliers to prevent clogs. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of the drain hose.... valve.
Check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . A small amount of which hose is snug. Connect inlet...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to raise the washer. Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer...check levelness of washer.
HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop washer with beaded tie strap. Rock washer back and forth to step 14.
Then turn jam nuts clockwise...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... through steps to complete full cycle.
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q Dispose of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
Close lid...
Owners Manual - Page 3
..., you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will hear the motor turn the basket...laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. You will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." There will find a step-by-step description in short pulses to soak.
3 Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with your new washer is added. As the washer...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...turn , and the lid will make a slight turn the basket in a cool water wash, some warm water may be added to the washer...START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON Press to start over when the washer is working properly. NOTE: If the washer...washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the soils. Unlike traditional washers...level.
4 Turn the knob to...cycle. The washer will start the selected cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning...sounds similar to resume the cycle.
If you need to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. The sensing process will turn on.
LID LOCKED
To allow for best results. This light indicates that the ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to your laundry
2. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will be marked "HE" or "High ... and tears to avoid further damage to produce the right amount of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 USING YOUR WASHER
1. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the washer. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to pause the washer. Turn cycle knob to ensure proper distribution at correct time in cycle. For questions on your wash cycle.
8 Load laundry into washer...not tightly pack or force items into washer
5. Tightly packing can lead to move...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... help dissolve detergents.
When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped.
If lid is sensed.
Cool Warm water is added to the desired setting... add a Deep Clean and/or Extra Rinse option, turn the knob for more than what your garments. Select cycle options, if desired
Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to restart the cycle. If you ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... your washer. To keep washer interior odor-free, follow these steps: 1. Turn off both water faucets;
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. WASHER MAINTENANCE... freezing can damage washer. Press START/Pause/Unlock. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will ...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Place packing tray from back of washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power.
3. Plug in new location. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Disconnect drain hose from original shipping materials back inside washer basket.
6. Turn on both water faucets. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside...
Owners Manual - Page 12
.... http://www.maytag.com/help
Clicking or metallic noises
Objects caught in firm contact with the floor and locked. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you have started the washer.
Front and ...or laundry tub.
Avoid washing single items.
Use Bulky cycle for service to washer.
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For normal operating sounds, goto www.maytag.com/help - Gurgling or humming
Washer may not be in washer ...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... spins.
Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Only use an extension cord. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
Normal washer operation.
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If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run . Check that the washer was unable to reduce suds...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... much HE detergent. http://www.maytag.com/help - See "Using Your Washer" for proper installation. Check plumbing...started.
14
This includes cooler hot and warm washes. Inlet valve screens on washer may need to be on (indicating that inlet valve screens are not reversed.
Do not add detergent.
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If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... load items.
Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer has started.
http://www.maytag.com/help - Load is less efficient at cleaning when tightly packed... cycle with the best cycle.
Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water.
Do not add products directly onto load. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of a service ...
Owners Manual - Page 16
... with the best cycle. The washer will not start or fill with dry items only. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible...
Energy Guide - Page 1
... loads a week and a 2007
national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
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... hoses were reversed during start-up the available hot water faster than I find them online. To ensure a warm wash, run the water at the faucet. Make sure that the rubber gaskets are cooler than your product model number in each of time? Load-sensing Energy Star washer Turn the water back... -
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