Maytag MVWX500XL Support Question
Maytag MVWX500XL Support Question
Find answers below for this question about Maytag MVWX500XL.Need a Maytag MVWX500XL manual? We have 3 online manuals for this item!
Question posted by jbardgau on February 28th, 2014
Maytag Washer Lid Won't Lock
The person who posted this question about this Maytag product did not include a detailed explanation. Please use the "Request More Information" button to the right if more details would help you to answer this question.
Current Answers
Related Maytag MVWX500XL Manual Pages
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in the top of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2 To order, please refer to improve performance and minimize noise...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... gal. (64 L) per minute. If a closet door or louvered door is not recommended. Top of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; n Floor must install higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of washer. This washer has been tested for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... sure lid is adequate. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. Move washer
n ... gas pipe. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. Set washer upright.
It is recommended that the ground path is taped shut.
2.
n ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to move washer later.
4. NOTE: Keep tray in place on bottom of laundry tub. Free power cord
If clamp is not already in case ... to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray.
do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in Step 7. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to washer correctly. Record hose installation or replacement dates for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... mm) from the washer cabinet. Check levelness of washer
Place level here
Place level here
If washer is level, skip to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block.
Check levelness of front using lid, as needed.
HELPFUL TIP: You may want to raise the washer. Then turn jam nuts...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... materials were completely
removed from console and any cycle. q To test and clean your Washer User Instructions. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. Close lid. Select any tape
remaining on some models). Start washer and allow to see what was skipped.
q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet...
Energy Guide - Page 1
... www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062924) Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase.
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Maytag Models: MVWX500X*, MVWX550X*,
MVWX600X*, MVWX700X* Cat.
Owners Manual - Page 3
...laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Using regular detergent will hear the motor turn the basket in short pulses to use. HE detergents are different from those of the cycle, as the washer...water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. And sometimes, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will find a step-by-step description in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing ...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... up . FABRIC SOFTENER This option must be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. At each stage of cycles.
2 LID LOCK To allow water to soak in a Cool water wash, some...washer automatically selects the spin speed based on all models.
You will hear a click, the basket will make a slight turn the basket in your laundry load. This may notice sounds or pauses that the lid...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... maximum soil removal use spray rinsing.
NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Wash portions of no-iron fabrics such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends.
for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. This is complete, this washer delivers the detergent directly to thoroughly clean the...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...washing.
NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to your laundry
2.
Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie... items, load
evenly. Try mixing different sized items to avoid pilling. USING YOUR WASHER
1. Separate lint-takers from sturdy fabrics.
• Do not dry garments if stains...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... - Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to be selected to dispenser
Fabric softener tray
Add a measured amount... of detergent to determine the amount of suds for a small amount of liquid fabric softener into the washer too early.
Close dispenser drawer, then select Fabric Softener option. It is closed completely, then press ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... of the spin prior to start the wash cycle. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to restart the cycle.
Dark colors that... washer provided. Suggested Fabrics
Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils
Warm Some cold water may find laundry product residue leftover in soil removal and to save energy. Then close lid and...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... R.V.-type antifreeze in new location. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will pour into a pan or bucket. CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water.
3. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... pump. Load could be in contact with the floor and locked. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to fill appropriately)
Check for flexing ...Lid."
See "Using Your Washer" for proper installation:
Washer not level. This is not level. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...maytag.com/help for assistance and to outlet. Solution
Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not use HE detergent. Washer will pause during certain phases of the spins. The washer...more detergent. Suds from regular detergents can slow draining. See "Using Your Washer" for balanced spinning.
Lid must be tightly packed. This is power to possibly avoid a service ...
Owners Manual - Page 12
...attached and have both washer and faucet, and have water flowing to move. Load with a slower wash action and spin speed;
This is normal. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, ... flow during the final spin can keep washer from drain hose.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to measure ...
Owners Manual - Page 13
....
Wipe up bleach spills.
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Avoid overfilling.
Use ...solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for the fabrics being washed.
Load...Washer not performing as recommended. See "Cleaning Your Washer" in dispenser after cycle Incorrect dispenser operation
Fabric damage
Odors Lid Locked...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... merchantability or fitness, so this major appliance is effective from the date of the washer and that vary from state to state or province to determine if another warranty applies...that have other rights that existed when this major appliance was purchased. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY
This Maytag Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces the limited warranty printed in the Use ...
Maytag Knowledge Base Results
We have determined that the information below may contain an answer to this question. If you find an answer, please remember to return to this page and add it here using the "I KNOW THE ANSWER!" button above. It's that easy to earn points!-
How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer?
... laundry room is HE High Efficiency detergent required Leave the door slightly open after each cycle to allow for better ventilation and drying of the washer. The following to maintain washer ...cleaning cycle. Open the washer lid and remove any detergent or load to maintain washer freshness. Turn the cycle control knob to the basket. the lid will lock, and the cycle will ... -
Display shows dL - Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners
... display and the condition above has been checked, call for items caught in Corners Display shows an error code - Front-load washer Top-load washer with Dispensers in the lid that the washer lid is not locked. Check for service. This error code indicates that are keeping it from closing. -
How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer? Top-load HE with Dispensing Drawer
...: Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Note: the lid will lock, and the cycle will cause product damage over time. If the procedure does not sufficiently improve washer freshness, evaluate your laundry room is damp, use a dehumidifier. The amount of the washer. Add one Affresh washer to this cleaning cycle. Do not add detergent...
