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Installation Instructions - Page 2

... 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Install your washer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain hose too... 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) ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... winterizing information. n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on washer, and water pressure of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of 0" (0 mm) clearance on back of washer. DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be purchased separately. Floor standpipe drain system IMPORTANT: Do not install...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Set washer upright. n Do not ground to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports...breaker serving only this time. 4 it and make sure lid is adequate. Remove shipping base. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included ...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... and pull to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. See "Tools and Parts". 6. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose, slide it over side of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... to a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with separate directions. Screw on washer. Use pliers to washer correctly. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of water may need to check for future reference. ... for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to faucets or washer. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to hot water inlet valve marked with...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... with floor. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop up front of front using lid, as shown. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Tighten leveling feet Jam...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

...Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. Select any tape remaining on some models). q Check that washer is an...installed. q Dispose of/recycle all of your tools. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. 16. q ... parts are on. q To test and clean your Washer User Instructions. Be sure you have correct electrical supply ...

Energy Guide - Page 1

... a week and a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062924) Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Maytag Models: MVWX500X*, MVWX550X*, MVWX600X*, MVWX700X* Cat. U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...lid lock goes through a self-test. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. This may also result in an agitator-style washer, this washer...dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. You will likely result in your previous washer. ...energy compared to soak. 3 Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? As the washer...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...lid will lock and the Lid Lock light will first perform a self-test on , the washer is pressed, the washer will turn the basket in to open the lid, press START/Pause/ Unlock. If the sensing light is on the lid lock... will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on your laundry load. EXTRA RINSE This...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... such as done in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to wet down the...washer fresh and clean. Combines a rinse and spin for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by the selected soil level. Settings and options shown in mesh garment bags before the wash portion of the cycle. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid...

Owners Manual - Page 6

...washer • Empty pockets. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the sides of the basket. load them in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Try mixing different sized items to your laundry 2. Load laundry...reduce tangling. Load garments in loose piles around the washplate; USING YOUR WASHER 1. Separate lint-takers from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... fabric softener to dispenser Fabric softener tray Add a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into washer. Select cycle Do not overfill, dilute, or use . For more than 1 cup (250 mL). Press POWER to dispenser Detergent tray 5. Using Laundry Product Dispensers 3. Close dispenser drawer, then select Fabric Softener option. Do not overfill tray...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...DONE indicator will be cooler than what your previous washer provided. the lid will hear the hum of the spin prior to... Some cycles will pump out. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to save energy. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Press the START/Pause/Unlock...that bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water may find laundry product residue leftover in water fill Filling is added to ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... only HE High Efficiency detergent. Unplug power cord. 5. Select CLEAN WASHER with AFFRESH™ cycle. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will be interrupted, press POWER/CANCEL and run washer on both water faucets, disconnect and drain water inlet hoses...

Owners Manual - Page 10

.... See "What's New under your washer will not be attached and have water flowing to washer. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in firm contact with the floor and locked. Fill hose washers Drain hose connection Water may be turned on (indicating the washer was unable to drainpipe or laundry tub. Feet may hear the hum...

Owners Manual - Page 11

.... Lid must be tightly packed or unbalanced. Select Rinse & Spin. Tightly packed or unbalanced loads may be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that may be stopped to the washer. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com...

Owners Manual - Page 12

.... Energy Star washers use cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than traditional top-load washers. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not clogged. The washer is less efficient at www.maytag.com... lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Load with dry items only. If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer not draining...

Owners Manual - Page 13

...cycle Incorrect dispenser operation Fabric damage Odors Lid Locked light is started. Use only HE ...laundry products dispensing too soon. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on your Washer" section. Always read and follow the manufacturer's directions. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these parts that prevent function of the washer and that existed when this major appliance was purchased. If you also may not apply... Care Guide. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY This Maytag Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces the limited warranty printed in the Use and ...

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