Maytag MVWX500XL Support Question
Maytag MVWX500XL Support Question
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Question posted by joesotherlists on November 26th, 2016
Mvwx500xw, Water In Tray Under Inlet Valves
I've been troubleshooting later leakage for a while. I've replaced the drain pump, since it was wet. Since water runs down, I've been working my way up. I finally discovered today the plastic "tray" where the inlet valves mount. It seems to sit there for a while, then release a small stream of water once in a while, making it appear intermittent. Would the inlet valves be the only potential source of water up there? There a hose that runs along the left side of the tub (viewed from the rear), that is for fill sensing? It contains air though right?My thoughts were to outright replace the inlet valves (not yet knowing the price), but I'm hoping someone here has a better idea.Also, why would the cold water inlet have two solenoids, and the hot water have only one?
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on November 26th, 2016 6:31 PM
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Answer #2: Posted by joesotherlists on December 8th, 2016 1:09 PM
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No, the response here wasn't particularly helpful, and somehow the "poster" awarded points anyway.
I ended up solving this on my own: The slow leak was coming from the hot water inlet valve. That filled the tray where the valves mount, and eventually dripped its way down and out. I just replaced both valves, and easy repair.
Beforehand though, I did determine which one was faulty by pulling them from the washer and connecting them to inlet water (the valves are normally closed). Sure enough, within a minute or three, a small amount of water appeared oozing from the hot water valve. Exact replacement parts were easy to find.
You'll have the most fun if you have a variety of SMALL socket wrenches. I happened to have one even small enough to work the leftmost screw (1/4" screw head). You could use a 1/4" open end wrench, it's just more tedious.
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
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To order, please refer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Install your Use and Care Guide. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with washer)
Your installation may require additional parts. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... and Care Guide. Recessed area or closet installation
3" (76 mm)
Minimum diameter for installation with water and load) of laundry tub must be purchased separately. Top of washer. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285385), and an...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of its final location; Remove shipping base.
n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by ...a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. It is recommended that the ground...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... tub. You may need to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. See "Tools and Parts".
6. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. Attach drain hose to move washer later.
4. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to remove all parts from rear panel. do not force excess hose...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
Clear water lines
For floor drain installations, you will drain later.
6 If you must use a Y-adapter (not provided).
8. Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to hot water inlet valve marked with a red ring.
HELPFUL TIP: Make note of the drain hose. Attach hot water hose to hot water faucet. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are only...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Recheck levelness of front using lid, as needed.
Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to make sure all four feet make solid contact with beaded tie...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... steps to complete full cycle.
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q Dispose of/recycle all of washer. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). q Check that you have all...
Energy Guide - Page 1
..., visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062924) V0Wm7DFA(3B)
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
(when used with an electric water heater)
$14
▼
$10
$71
Cost Range of Similar Models
128 kWh
Estimated Yearly Electricity Use
$9
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Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Maytag Models: MVWX500X*, MVWX550X*,
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Owners Manual - Page 3
... full of the wash cycle, you may also result in your previous washer. Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with your load or allows time for the best performance. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Automatic Load Size Sensing
Once you may...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... Unlock again to thoroughly wet the load.
It ensures that the lid is preset for each wash cycle. You may repeat until the correct amount of water has been added You ...resume adding water.
For most cycles. Not all options can be used with the cycle you may be cooler than what your laundry load....washer will unlock briefly before water is added to work with all models.
Owners Manual - Page 5
...
Hand-wash items or dripping wet items
Drain & Spin
No clothes in an agitator-style washer, this cycle for others because they will start over when the washer is determined by hand.
Higher water levels and Affresh® work together to thoroughly clean the washer interior.
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The sensing process will absorb more water than other cycles.
Some cycles...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. load them in loose heaps evenly ...lint-givers.
Try mixing different sized items to avoid pilling.
Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers...basket. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load
evenly. Load garments in ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...".
7 Do not overfill tray - The package will be dispensed into detergent tray. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of water to choose your load size...safe bleach laundry boost product, add to dispenser
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5.
For more than 1 cup (250 mL). This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). Pour a measured amount of cleaning washer dispenser trays. Starting ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
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Owners Manual - Page 9
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9 Disconnect drain from washer. Place packing tray from back of washer. Do not use washer again: 1.
Because some water may stay in washer or reconnect power.
3. Use half the manufacturer...
Owners Manual - Page 10
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First try the...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... washer.
Do not add more water to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your garment. Washer will pause during certain phases of the spins. The washer may take 2 or 3 minutes before water is added.
Evenly arrange the wet load for loading recommendations.
11 Select Drain & Spin to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. Replace...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... with the best cycle. See the Cycle Guide to the inlet valve.
Washer not loaded properly.
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12
Drain hose extends into
securely attach to measure correctly.
Use...
Owners Manual - Page 13
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The lid will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. TROUBLESHOOTING...
Owners Manual - Page 14
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