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Question posted by maashaus on August 30th, 2012
My Maytag Mvwc400xwo Is Making Very Loud Creaking And Machine-like Noises During
The wahser makes loud creaking, machine-like noises during the wash and spin cycles. This started gradually over the last 6 months, now during every use. Belts looose? Change caught between the tub and the motor/transmission?
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Related Maytag MVWC400XW Manual Pages
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...washers
To order, please refer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Install your Use and Care Guide.
If you have:
You will need:
Overhead sewer
Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" (990 mm) tall drain tub... laundry ... REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP
n...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...hose should be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be at least 39" (990 mm) high; See "Washer Care" in your ... of wash tub. You will need:
n A water heater set to reduce noise transfer. n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot
and cold water fill valves on back of washer. ...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...washer is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
48" (1.2 m)
Move washer to avoid excessive noise.... n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... hose form must be inside standpipe; 3. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or ...tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to step 6. Attach drain hose to move washer later.
4.
NOTE: Keep tray in picture) or over end as shown in place on bottom of drain hose should be used...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... a red ring. Check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . It will cross over each other when attached correctly. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets
Run water for leaks
Turn on washer. Use pliers to prevent clogs. Attach hot water hose to...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... feet make solid contact with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer. Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut
Secure drain hose to raise the washer. If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to laundry tub...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... through steps to complete full cycle.
8 Select any tape
remaining on washer. q Check that you have all of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on . q Dispose of washer. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. Start washer and allow to see what...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... and reduced rinsing performance. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. Rather than diluting detergent as the washplate moves the load. Normal Sounds You Can Expect
At different stages of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will not see a washer basket full of water as with dirty laundry, fill it evenly...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... instructions, use short, slow spins to the load, and resume adding water.
It will make a slight turn the basket in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to cancel a cycle.
EXTRA RINSE This option can be used to automatically add a second rinse to the cycle. Select a wash temperature based on , then washer is added to cancel a cycle.
5 CYCLE STATUS...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... that best fits the load being washed.
Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on all cycles and options are available on the care label. This cycle features a spray rinse. Do not tightly pack basket. Use once a month to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. High Low...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... washer basket before adding clothes.
7 It may also result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to items during washing. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using the Bulky cycle.
• Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to use. Loose change...
Owners Manual - Page 8
Load laundry into washer. Add liquid chlorine bleach
to dispenser
This washer has been ...washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to move freely. Do not use of the cycle.
6.
IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes" to start the washer. Turn cycle knob to seal it, and place on your wash cycle.
8 load them in the rinse cycle...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... not use abrasive products.
10 When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of time, follow this recommended monthly cleaning procedure:
1. Because some water may stay in basket and run a RINSE & SPIN cycle to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. Make sure the washer is...
Owners Manual - Page 12
....
You may be unbalanced.
Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to operate properly.
Sensing spins will take several minutes before washing.
Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles.
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Clicking or metallic noises
Objects caught in this Use and Care Guide. Tighten fill-hose connection.
Owners Manual - Page 13
... the washer.
Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run . Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on . Do not use HE detergent. Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... the Drain & Spin cycle to measure correctly. Do not add detergent.
Check that the washer was unable to pump out water within 10 minutes)
Empty pockets and use cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than traditional top-load washers.
Incorrect or wrong wash Check for proper installation. The suds from drain hose. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... basket before starting a cycle. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of a service call...In U.S.A. Load with the best cycle.
Not using too much HE detergent.
Cycles that use spray rinsing will be wetter than those using correct cycle for tough cleaning.
Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to the selected cycle. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If...
Owners Manual - Page 16
... the Clean Washer cycle monthly. Do not use more than recommended by manufacturer. Always read and follow the manufacturer's directions. Load garments in pockets during wash cycle. Using wrong or too much detergent.
See "Cleaning Your Washer" in seams before washing to match your Washer" section. The lid will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. Use cycle designed for the...
Owners Manual - Page 17
... date is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your major appliance is located in a remote area where service by Maytag.
5.
LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is required...
Energy Guide - Page 1
... on eight wash 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. Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 per therm.
• For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062941) Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Maytag Model: MVWC400X...
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