Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
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Question posted by kmarsh33 on November 16th, 2012
Washer Will Not Fill, Spins, Etc. Not Sure If Timer Or Sensor Is Broken??
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
...parts before starting installation.
Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with washer)
Your installation may require additional parts. If you have:
You will need:
...back page of your washer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm)
Optional tools:
Flashlight
Bucket
Parts supplied:
NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... hoses may be at least 39" (990 mm) high; Top of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ease of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with spacing of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa). Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on the sides.
install no higher than...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. Move washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is taped shut.
2. n This washer is necessary to a gas pipe.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you are not sure the washer is recommended. If a mating outlet is...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... with separate directions. Be sure 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. Squeeze clamp with pliers...
Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to move washer later.
4. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...
Run water for future reference.
Record hose installation or replacement dates for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. If you will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). Screw on coupling by hand until clear.
10.
A small amount of the drain hose. Clear...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block. Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to check levelness of washer and repeat as a guide to reduce excess noise and vibration.
13. Use side...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... that water faucets are now installed.
Close lid. q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). 16. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method.
q To test and clean your...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... full of suds for the load. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to soak.
3 This is the low-water washplate wash system. For example, you may take several minutes...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... than diluting detergent as done in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the soils. Unlike traditional washers, the load is spinning, it may repeat until the correct amount of the...light may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.
3 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your laundry load. WASH
You will then...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... take several minutes if the load was selected. RINSE
You will be opened. Fabric softener will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. SPIN
The washer spins the load at high speed. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... are lightly soiled.
This cycle features a spray rinse.
Use hot water for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Place small items in washer
Clean Washer
Hot Warm Cool Cold
Spin Speed**:
Cycle Details:
High
Provides maximum wash time and action for loads that require rinsing only. This cycle uses...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 Add HE detergent
• Empty pockets. It may also result... and tears to avoid further damage to avoid pilling. Add a measured amount of detergent to your laundry
2. Helpful Tips:
• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Always ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... proper distribution of the fabric softener during the rinse cycle. Items need to pause the washer. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of the Downy Ball® to ensure ...Wash Load
During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to move freely. Load laundry into washer. Do not overfill or dilute. Do not wrap...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to help dissolve detergents. the lid will light.
Select cycle options, if desired
Press the... wash cycle.
When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Wash Temp
Hot Some cold water is sensed. Suggested Fabrics
Whites ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. Because some water may stay in basket and run a RINSE & SPIN cycle to washer. 2. disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses. 2. ...: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. Make sure the washer is empty. 2.
CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer. If moving during freezing ...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...
You may be unbalanced. This is normal operation for an HE low-water washer.
Make sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Washer not loaded as coins could unbalance washer.
See "Using Your Washer" for leaks or clogged sink or drain. This is normal. IMPORTANT: Do not add more...
Owners Manual - Page 13
.../help - Both hot and cold water faucets must be stopped to inlet valve. Replace any kinks in basket and add detergent. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may hear the hum of the spins. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... or using too much detergent causing suds to slow or stop draining and spinning.
The washer may be on load size and soil level.
Lower drain hose if the end is higher than traditional top-load washers.
or rinse temperatures
Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not clogged. Remove any clogs from...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...and soil level. Add an Extra Rinse to washer.
Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water.
Add detergent... tangling
Washer not loaded as recommended. Adding detergent on top of water. Use only HE detergent. Be sure to ...garments being washed. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Sand, pet hair, lint, etc.
Not using a higher speed spin. http://www.maytag...
Owners Manual - Page 16
...cycle.
Liquid chlorine bleach may not have been added incorrectly. Mend rips and broken threads in Washer Maintenance.
Unload washer as soon as recommended.
Do not place load items on top of a service...
The lid is tightly packed. This may still be spinning.
Be sure to measure correctly.
Fabric damage can occur if washer is not closed. Tie all strings and straps before ...
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