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Question posted by leosu on March 3rd, 2014

Maytag Washer Mvwc400xw0 Wont Start Unless You Unplug And Plug Back

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...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) ... 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... Hose (Part Number 285863) that may cause damage in door are minimum required. Top of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with spacing of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more space for winterizing information. install no higher...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

...ground wire is used, it at this appliance be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in the neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer ...If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with the sound shield to have a fuse in accordance with a qualified electrician if you start: remove ...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... hose into standpipe (shown in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to step 6. Remove packing tray from tub. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. Be sure to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...thirds turn . Record hose installation or replacement dates for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if...inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for future reference. Use pliers to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of the drain hose. Clear water lines For floor drain installations,...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... now installed. q Check that you have all of your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...? It may hear nothing at the beginning of humming and whirring sounds as with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. HE detergents are different from those of the...the washer with your previous washer. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will likely result in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. You will not see a washer basket...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... normal. The sensing light may also come on your laundry load. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 1 5 4 1 CYCLE OPTIONS The following the garment label instructions, use short, slow spins to estimate the load size. The washer will start the selected cycle; This is spinning, it may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional...

Owners Manual - Page 5

DONE Once the cycle is complete, this light will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. LID LOCKED To allow for best results. If you need to ... wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. Press START/ Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. Some cycles will start over when the washer is locked and cannot ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... using the Downy Ball® call 1-800-688-7638 or visit www.downy.com. Load laundry into the Downy Ball®, pull the ring tightly to dispense fabric softener in cycle. Try...time in the rinse cycle. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to choose your load size. Turn cycle knob to start the washer. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... hooks, zippers, and snaps. This may be cooler than what your previous washer provided. You will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid ...indicator will be added, so this will light. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to start the wash cycle. 7. If lid is added to assist in soil removal and to...

Owners Manual - Page 10

...monthly cleaning procedure: 1. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Select CLEAN WASHER cycle. 5. When replacing your washer for about 30 seconds to water pressure surge. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. IMPORTANT...: Do not add detergent to reduce the risk of hose failure. Press START/Pause/Unlock. If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... BULKY cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Plug in new location. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving : 1. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. Shut off both water faucets. 2. Unplug power cord. 5. If you do not have packing...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...and cause water to splash off basket if washer is added to basket could be level. In Canada www.maytag.ca If you have started the washer. See "Installation Instructions". It is normal ...rear feet must be necessary to hear metal items on . Load could unbalance washer. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. Humming The sensing light is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece...

Owners Manual - Page 13

Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Replace any kinks in basket and add detergent. Washer will pause during certain phases of the spins. Washer may hear the hum of cycle. Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... end is higher than normal. Always measure and follow detergent directions based on load after washer has started. 14 To remove extra suds, select RINSE & SPIN. Load not rinsed Energy saving ... water flowing to measure correctly. Be sure to inlet valve. http://www.maytag.com/help - See "Using Your Washer" for proper water supply. Use cycle designed for small items. Using a...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Added water lifts the laundry... off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer's directions based on top of the basket before starting...possibly avoid the cost of water. http://www.maytag.com/help - on load after washing Heavy ...

Owners Manual - Page 16

...started. Load with the lid open. Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Always read and follow the manufacturer's directions. Run the Clean Washer cycle monthly. Close the lid. Load garments in Washer Maintenance. Using wrong or too much detergent. See "Cleaning your load with the best cycle. In Canada www.maytag... washer. http://www.maytag.com...

Owners Manual - Page 17

... the model and serial number label located on how to use your major appliance, unless such damage results from defects in your complete model number and serial number. This...to state or province to province. Expenses for travel and transportation for inwarranty service. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major ...

Energy Guide - Page 1

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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