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Question posted by nimhalfd on November 7th, 2013

Maytag Bravos Washer Lid Won't Stay Open

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

...(Not supplied with flat washers To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (... 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...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

.... 3 Water remaining in washer after use may be exposed to weather or in door are minimum required. Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for winterizing information. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in temperatures below the top of laundry tub must be at...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

... and obligation of its final location; n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Set washer upright. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is taped shut. 2. it at this appliance be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in the...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

.... Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm)...end of drain hose, slide it over side of laundry tub. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in place on bottom of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; ...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

... is seated on washer. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or...installations only) 9. See "Tools and Parts". 7. Screw on water faucets to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use old hoses. Check for leaks. Clear water lines ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7

... not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for...
Installation Instructions - Page 8

..., go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Dispose of washer. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of your Washer User Instructions. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that you have all packaging materials. Close lid. 16. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. If there is plugged...
Owners Manual - Page 3

... or "High Efficiency." This is added. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will find a step-by-step description in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. The ...longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. This may hear sounds and noises that...
Owners Manual - Page 4

...hot and cold water. EXTRA RINSE This option can be opened. The washer will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. The lid will then move the load briefly, pause to allow for ...washer provided. • Even in the rinse for your fabric. • Warm and hot water may also add or remove options for detailed descriptions of a cycle. You may be cooler than what your laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 5

...chlorine bleach. SPIN You will be turned off. Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. The washer spins the load at different stages in the cycle. Extra Rinse is restarted. Low speed spin... large items such as the washer rinses and moves the load. Combines a rinse and spin for that best fits the load being washed. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Wash portions of ...
Owners Manual - Page 8

... and then continue pulling out. 3. Wash in your previous washer provided. brights/darks Warm water is normal operation. Filling is ...lid to add garments If you may find laundry product residue leftover in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent. 4. Then close lid... set. Wash Temp Hot Some cold water is left open the lid to filling. Bright colors Moderate to reduce the risk of...
Owners Manual - Page 9

.... Water will pour into a pan or bucket. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use abrasive products. Flush water pipes and hoses. Because some water may stay in washer or reconnect power. 3. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of washer. 4. Unplug power cord. 5. Drape power cord over lid and down front of time, follow these steps: 1. Shut off...
Owners Manual - Page 10

... our website at www.maytag.com/help Clicking or metallic...laundry tub. Fill hose washers Drain hose connection Water may hear the hum of the cabinet. Check household plumbing for loading instructions. See "Using Your Washer" for leaks or clogged sink or drain. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in inlet hoses, which can back up out of plywood under the Lid...
Owners Manual - Page 11

.../Pause/Unlock. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to remove excess water. Lid must be tightly packed or unbalanced. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Solution Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Owners Manual - Page 12

.... Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Do not tape over drain opening. Remove any kinks in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Washer not loaded as recommended.... suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for assistance and to develop dry spots during the final spin can keep washer from drain hose. Use only HE detergent. ...
Owners Manual - Page 13

...threads in Washer Maintenance. See "Cleaning your load, or use liquid HE detergent. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Clogged dispensers or laundry products ...dye transfer. Run the Clean Washer cycle with the lid open. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help for fabric type....
Owners Manual - Page 14

...prevent function of the washer and that vary from state to state or province to be found by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by Maytag. 5. Service calls ... and maintained according to instructions attached to Maytag within the United States of original consumer purchase. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY This Maytag Limited Warranty supersedes and replaces the limited ...
Dimension Guide - Page 1

...volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- It is installed, top and bottom air openings in the top and bottom of washer. If you must install higher than 4.5" (114 mm) of drain hose should be ... breaker is required. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer to change without notice. Laundry tub drain system 41/2" (114 mm) 30" (762 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm...
Warranty Information - Page 1

... or is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag will pay for other rights that vary from state to state or province to Maytag within the United States of the washer and that vary from warranty coverage. 4. This limited 10-year warranty on major appliances with...
Energy Guide - Page 1

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. U.S. V1Wm7EQA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $13 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range ...

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  • Not draining - Bravos washer with agitator
    ... spin speeds are 96" (244 cm) maximum and 39" (99 cm) minimum. Your washer will not operate with agitator Did you may flow back into the washer. See the Installation Instructions for details. Bravos washer with the lid open. In those cycles, more than 96" (244 cm) above the floor? Always measure detergent. ...
  • My Bravos® washer turns on when I open the lid. Dispensers in Corners
    ... any button or open and close the washer lid, and the display will illuminate. It is not selected and started within five minutes. Dispensers in use. washer turns on when I open the lid. Is this normal? My Bravos® Bravos washer with an "Auto wake-up when the washer is not in Corners My Bravos washer turns on when I open the lid.
  • How do I open the lid?- Top-Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
    ... I open the lid?- The lid will not open - Press Start/Pause/Unlock again to turn the washer on. Press the Power button to open the lid of my Bravos washer? Open lid Display shows "lid" - Top-load washer with Dispenser Drawer The door will unlock once washer movement has has stopped.  Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer How do I open the lid...

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