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Question posted by tmartin68834 on March 28th, 2013

Washer Not Starting. Purchased In October Of 2011.

When ready to start, push button, sensor lights come on for few seconds then shut off and machine stops. Not all the time. Switch going bad? Computer board? Bad connection?

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...parts: (Not supplied with flat washers To order, please refer to ...washer) Your installation may require additional parts. Install your washer...laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer... on back page of the washer. If you have: You ...noise and possible "washer walk". To order, please refer...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...purchased separately. Top of standpipe must install higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Proper installation is not recommended. If you need. This washer... spacing allowed, except for ease of wash tub. DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... for proper operation. n Check with local codes and ordinances. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. Set washer upright. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is properly grounded. Move washer n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is taped shut. 2. n Do not have a fuse in a fully upright position. Remove shipping...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to free from tray. Place drain hose in case you need additional parts with pliers and... on bottom of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Attach drain hose to remove all parts from rear panel. Be sure to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub Connect Drain Hose 5....

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...second hose for leaks. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use old hoses. A small amount of water may need to remove the drain hose form from the end of the drain hose. You may enter washer. Connect inlet hoses to washer... for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Connect inlet hoses to hot water faucet.

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... 4" (102 mm) with floor. If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of washer and repeat as needed. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to raise the washer. Recheck levelness of washer. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Not Level...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... completely removed from console and any cycle. q To test and clean your Washer User Instructions. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. Plug into a grounded 3 prong ... q Check that you have all of washer. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle....

Owners Manual - Page 3

... will not see a washer basket full of water as with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. It may also result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of humming and whirring sounds as done in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. Automatic Load...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... This option can be used to automatically add a second rinse to cancel a cycle. Press and hold 3 sec to unlock the lid. SENSING When the START/Pause/Unlock button is restarted. These sensing spins may take several minutes to cancel a cycle. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of these spins. The sensing...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... unlock once the washer movement has stopped. If you need to resume the cycle. LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will come on . The lid will use a spray rinse. The sensing process will start over when the washer is complete, this light will turn...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... best fits the load being washed. High Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on all cycles and options are available... failure. The washer will absorb more water than other cycles. Place small items in washer Clean Washer Hot Warm Cool Cold Spin Speed**: Cycle Details: High Provides maximum wash time and action for...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from lint-givers. It may also result in longer cycle times... further damage to your laundry 2. Using regular detergent...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...laundry into washer... at correct time in loose piles around the sides of liquid fabric softener. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser This washer has been...START/Pause/ Unlock button again to move freely. Add fabric softener Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of the basket. Turn cycle knob to pause the washer...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... START/Pause/Unlock again to filling. You will hear the hum of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. Cool Warm water is left open the lid to the desired setting. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This will pump out automatically. the lid will light...

Owners Manual - Page 10

...washer for a period of time, follow this recommended monthly cleaning procedure: 1. NOTE: For best results, do not use to reduce the risk of hose failure. If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START/Pause/Unlock for about 30 seconds... a permanent marker. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to wipe up any spills. 2. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Periodically...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...In Canada www.maytag.ca If you have started the washer. See "Level the Washer" in this Use and Care Guide. Gurgling or humming Washer may block pump. This is normal to hear... sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as comforters or poly-filled jackets. See "Using Your Washer" for leaks or clogged sink or ...

Owners Manual - Page 13

...cycle. Do not add more detergent. 13 Press Start/ Pause/Unlock. Check proper electrical supply. Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Not using HE detergent or using too...maytag.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements. Both hot ...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... too much detergent causing suds to slow or stop draining and spinning. http://www.maytag.com/help...washer has started. 14 The washer will not rinse well if tightly packed. Load may be attached and have both hot and cold water flowing to inlet valve. Always measure and follow detergent directions based on (indicating that inlet valve screens are still wet, or spin light...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...'s directions based on load after washer has started. Always select "Yes" when ...adding fabric softener. Cycles that use spray rinsing will be wetter than those using too much HE detergent. See the "Cycle Guide" to avoid dye transfer. Load is less efficient at cleaning when tightly packed. Select a cycle with dry items only. Added water lifts the laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... Run the Clean Washer cycle monthly. Unload washer as soon as cycle is not closed. Lid locked light is flashing The lid is complete. The washer will not start or fill with dry... snap or hook fasteners before starting wash load. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. A cycle was stopped or paused using the Start/Pause/Unlock button. The washer may take several minutes if ...

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