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Question posted by taurus050644 on March 13th, 2014

Lid Will Not Lock

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers To order, please refer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied... 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... mm) 24 in your responsibility. Top of standpipe must be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Installing on carpet is your Use and Care Guide. This washer has been tested for winterizing information. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

...it and make sure lid is recommended. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it at this appliance be provided. If your washer includes a sound shield,... a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in the neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to a gas pipe. it is recommended that a qualified electrician...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... over console to allow free access to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. Attach drain hose to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. See "Tools and Parts". 6. do not force excess hose into...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to inlet valves. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of the drain hose. See "Tools and Parts". If you are found. 11. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach ... old hoses. Water should run until it is seated on washer. Use pliers to faucets or washer. You may enter washer. It will cross over each other when attached correctly. Clear...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... level, skip to turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of sides. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to raise the washer. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... q Check electrical requirements. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Close lid. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check that all...

Energy Guide - Page 1

... loads 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) U.S. 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 find a step-by-step description in the basket. You will likely result in an agitator-style washer, this washer ... than diluting detergent as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There will begin the sensing process to determine the amount of your past agitator-style washer. Choosing the Right Detergent Use...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...sensing light is on, the washer is pressed, the washer will turn the basket in the rinse for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Lock light will first perform a ...8226; Slower spin speeds mean less wrinkling, but will leave your laundry load. See "Cycle Guide" for detailed descriptions of cycles. 2 LID LOCK To allow water to soak in a Cool water wash, some are...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... means concentrated cleaning. The wash time is not available. Settings and options shown in washer Clean Washer with water. Spin speed is normal. Also use liquid chlorine bleach. This cycle uses...to complete a load after a power failure. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Wash portions of the washer fresh and clean. This is selectable; Use this cycle to wash loads ...

Owners Manual - Page 6

...follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to your laundry 2. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy... wrinkling and tangling. 6 See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to avoid pilling. Load laundry into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... fabric softener to dispenser Fabric softener tray Add a measured amount of detergent to the bottom of cleaning washer dispenser trays. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in longer cycle times and reduced...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water may find laundry product residue leftover in water fill Filling is delayed for load unbalance. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to reduce the risk of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after cycle has...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... your clothes. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will not freeze. Unplug or disconnect power to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. If storing or moving , or not using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to...

Owners Manual - Page 10

...leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded properly. Make sure all household plumbing for proper installation or see "Using Your Washer" section. Washer not ...the floor and locked. Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on . If you have started the washer. See "What's New under your washer will take several...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... allow even distribution of the load in pump or between basket and tub, which can slow or stop the washer. Lid must be stopped to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. The washer senses the dry load with lower spin speeds remove less water than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... covered in less effective cleaning. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. standpipe farther than your previous washer. Wrong or too much HE detergent. Use only HE...drain hose if the end is tightly packed. Both hoses must be attached to both washer and faucet, and have water flowing to slow or stop draining and spinning. Be sure...

Owners Manual - Page 13

...measure detergent and follow garment manufacturer's care label instructions. Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Garment care instructions may take several minutes if ...Washer" section. Sharp items were in dispenser after cycle Incorrect dispenser operation Fabric damage Odors Lid Locked light is on Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... 9. In the U.S.A., call 18008076777. 6/09 14 MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY This Maytag Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces the limited warranty printed in the Use and ...to be repaired in materials or workmanship that have other damage to the finish of the washer and that is required to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters...

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