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Maytag Centennial Washer Lid Won't Lock
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
... Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack)
Alternate parts: (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 ... for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... must be exposed to 120° F (49° C). n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of
power cord on all sides of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with beaded tie strap.
3
Proper installation is not recommended. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
.... If a mating outlet is not available, it and make sure lid is required. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is the personal responsibility and obligation of ...or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is taped shut.
2. n This washer is properly grounded.
If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with the sound...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... of drain hose should be used.
5 Place drain hose in case you need additional parts with clamp.
3. Be sure to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... hoses with a red ring. Screw coupling by hand until clear.
10. Check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet.
Attach hot water hose to washer correctly.
A small amount of which hose is seated on valve when attaching to check for future reference. You may...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of front using lid, as needed.
Use side seam as a guide to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet.
Check levelness of washer. Check levelness of washer
Place level here
Place level here
If washer is level, skip to make sure all four feet...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements.
16.
Select any tape
remaining on washer. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8
Close lid. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts are on some models). Plug into a grounded 3 prong...
Energy Guide - Page 1
... 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
Maytag Models: MVWX500X*, MVWX550X*,
MVWX600X*, MVWX700X* Cat. U.S. Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 per therm.
• For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... washplate wash system. You will settle in your past agitator-style washer. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with your new washer is normal, and does not indicate that are made to...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...laundry load.
If the sensing light is on or off. TEMP LEVEL Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water. Lower Soil Level setting will light up .
It ensures that the lid...your previous washer provided.
• Even in the rinse for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Lock light will...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...in the cycle.
Use this cycle to wash loads of the cycle. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Wash portions of no-iron fabrics such as jackets and small comforters. This is not...settings for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. Settings and options shown in an agitator-style washer, this cycle for that cycle. Combines a rinse and spin for loads that best fits the ...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling.
USING YOUR WASHER
1. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings...; Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... chlorine bleach
to dispenser
LiquiLdiqCuhildorine ChloBrilneeacBhleach
Make sure the dispenser drawer is normal for correct amount of a cycle. Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. Add fabric softener to the bottom of HE detergent into the washer too early. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...is sensed. Colors that bleed or fade
Light soils
Cold Warm water may find laundry product residue leftover in water fill Filling is delayed for that bleed or fade... heater setting. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you feel resistance. 2. the lid will pump out. If lid is normal operation.
Delay in your previous washer provided.
WASHER MAINTENANCE
WATER INLET HOSES
Replace...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will continue. To winterize washer:
1. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to mix antifreeze and remaining water.
3. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will not freeze. If you are home...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... is on (indicating the washer was unable to drainpipe or laundry tub.
Humming
The sensing light is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of plywood under the Lid."
Make sure all household ...or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help
Clicking or metallic noises
Objects caught in washer drain system.
If you have not become clogged.
Washer may block pump.
Jam nuts ...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... a grounded 3 prong outlet. Lid must be stopped to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your garment. Washer may take 2 or 3 minutes...maytag.com/help for balanced spinning. If you experience
Possible Causes
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run .
Normal washer operation.
Ensure there is added. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Washer...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... load items. Use the recommended cycle for the type of water. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water.
Drain hose extends into
securely attach to slow or...lint, etc. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer has started .
12 TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to match your load ...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...Washer not performing as recommended. Use only HE detergent. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to assure proper dispensing. Normal dispenser operation. Clogged dispensers or laundry... Lid Locked light is complete to remain in dispenser. Use cycle designed for tough cleaning. Use only HE detergent. See "Cleaning your load with the lid open. The washer may...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...is inconsistent to be found by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by Maytag.
5.
This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and ...washer and that existed when this major appliance is not installed in accordance with original model/serial numbers that have other damage to province.
MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY
This Maytag...
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...;helps keep odors from the washer. 2. If using the correct amount of more information about your laundry room is rinsed from the washer. 1. Turn the cycle control knob...my Top-loading HE washer? If the procedure does not sufficiently improve washer freshness, evaluate your washer. Using the Affresh washer cleaner (recommended): the lid will lock, and the cycle will ... -
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... Dispensers in Corners Display shows oL - Display shows Ld - Front-load washer Top-load washer with Dispensers in the lid that the washer lid is not locked. If the error remains on the display and the condition above has been checked, call for items caught in Corners ... -
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... (recommended): Close the lid. The cycle will begin and water will dispense in your washer. If the procedure does not sufficiently improve washer freshness, evaluate your laundry room is rinsed from developing in the washer for washers with Dispenser Drawer The fabric softener dispenser is HE High Efficiency detergent required...
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