Maytag MVWX500XL Support Question
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Question posted by lisak27369 on October 17th, 2012
Maytag Bravos Washer
Ive had my washer for about 8 months. It will not spin and is making a grinding noise when I turn i on. Is there anything I can do to figure out whats wrong with it?
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
...: (Not supplied with flat washers
To order, please refer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk".
Tools needed:
Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench...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...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... m) from bottom of washer to 120° F (49° C). Water remaining in washer after use may be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Installing on carpet is your Use and Care Guide. You will need .
install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you need :
n A water heater set to reduce noise transfer.
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...washer onto cardboard before moving it and make sure lid is required. Set washer...washer.
1. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is adequate. Move washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- n This washer is recommended. If your washer...not sure the washer is recommended that...or ground circuit.
48" (1.2 m)
Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of its...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...of drain hose should be used.
5 Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub.
You may need to step 6. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in ...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 washer later.
4. Drain hose form ...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... hoses to water faucets
Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to washer correctly. In most standard configurations, hoses will drain later.
6
A small amount...TIP: Make note of water may need to faucets or washer.
IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of the drain hose. Check for leaks.
Attach hot water hose to check for leaks
Turn on ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
..." or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet.
12. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of washer
Place level here
Place level here
If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... faucets are now installed. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8
Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method.
16. Close...
Energy Guide - Page 1
Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 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. V0Wm7DFA(3B)
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
(when used with an electric water heater)
$14
▼
$10
$71
Cost Range ...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
... of your past agitator-style washer. Rather than diluting detergent as the washplate moves the load.
Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with your previous washer. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. This may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...cycles. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed ...make a slight turn the basket in a Cool water wash, some are preset to thoroughly wet the load. This process may also add or remove options for your washer...Turn the knob to open the lid, press START/Pause/ Unlock.
Select a wash temperature based on the cycle selected.
If the sensing light is on your laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...turned off.
Unlike traditional washers, the load is high. Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that cycle.
For maximum soil removal use spray rinsing. This cycle features a spray rinse.
Use once a month to drain washer...Cold Cool/Cold Cold/Cold
High No Spin
High Low No Spin
High Low No Spin
Extra Heavy Heavy
Medium Light
Extra ...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to reduce tangling. NOTE: Always read...6 load them in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close ...water-proof or water-resistant items, load
evenly.
USING YOUR WASHER
1.
Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...Washer
6. Press POWER to choose your load size. Turn cycle knob to turn on washer
4. Add HE detergent to turn on the washer... into washer.
It may cause detergent to dispenser
LiquiLdiqCuhildorine ChloBrilneeacBhleach
Make sure the...instructions to produce the right amount of cleaning washer dispenser trays.
Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. Pour a measured amount of...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...
Warm Some cold water may find laundry product residue leftover in soil removal and...
Light soils
Cold Warm water may be turned off, if desired. Then close lid ... DISPENSER TRAY
You may be cooler than what your previous washer provided. Air dry, or dry with warm water. ...the default settings for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Select cycle modifiers
10. Select...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... more water to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with the floor and locked. Gurgling or humming Washer may not be tight against the stainless steel basket.
It is not level. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. Check for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... load for assistance and to fill appropriately) (cont.)
Check proper electrical supply.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for balanced spinning. Lid must be rearranged to reduce suds. Select Rinse & Spin.
Washer may take 2 or 3 minutes before water is added.
Owners Manual - Page 12
...This is tightly packed. Washer not loaded properly. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer has started .
12...Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed.
Both hot and cold water faucets must be on load after cycle
Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures
High speed spins extract more water to washer...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...laundry products dispensing too soon. Items may have been added incorrectly. Garment care instructions may be spinning...assure proper dispensing.
Monthly maintenance not done...spinning. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for tough cleaning. If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer... packed.
Using wrong or too much...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these parts that prevent function of the washer and that have other rights that vary from state to state or province to determine...this major appliance was purchased. Repairs to Maytag within the United States of America and Canada. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY
This Maytag Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces the limited ...
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