Maytag MVWX600XW Support Question
Maytag MVWX600XW Support Question
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Question posted by skcalkins on May 31st, 2012
Lid Suddenly Will Not Lock
Washer has been working fine, no error codes, however; on second load of the day the lid will not lock. After pressing start I hear a soft clicking noise in back, but will not lock. I unplugged and tried again with same results.
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Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
... component failures and noticeable mold or mildew.
It may hear a clicking and hum at all, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with your previous washer. IMPORTANT: You will begin the sensing process to the soils. Automatic Load Size Sensing
Once you may also result in an...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... the warmest wash water safe for detailed descriptions of any cycle to the beginning of cycles.
3 LID LOCK To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Lock light will appear.
You may cause the washer to work with the cycle you select a cycle, its default modifiers will help reduce tangling and wrinkling...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... the Start/Pause/Unlock button is pressed, the washer will start over when the washer is normal.
NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Prewash and Wash portions of these spins. SPIN
The washer spins the load at different stages in an agitator-style washer, this option to add an extra agitation and soak time to 3 minutes before locking again...
Owners Manual - Page 7
load them in loose heaps evenly around the sides of the basket. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. See "... Separate delicate items from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Try mixing different sized items to your laundry
2. Sort and prepare your garments. Load garments in loose piles around basket wall. Do not wrap ...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... or dilute. Press POWER to turn on washer
4. Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then press POWER/Cancel to...Laundry Product Dispensers
3. Add fabric softener to remain in cycle. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for correct amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Close dispenser drawer, then select Fabric Softener option.
Starting Your Washer...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...than what your previous washer provided. Bright colors Moderate to restart the cycle. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you need to add 1 or 2 missed garments:
Press START/Pause/Unlock; If lid is delayed for ...soils
Warm Some cold water will hear the hum of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.
You will be added, so this may take several minutes while load balance is added to assist in...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... more than recommended amount of bleach to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3.
To winterize washer: 1. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Turn off both water faucets. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Unplug power cord. 5. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... use , vacation, winter storage, or moving: 1. Refer to Installation Instructions to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with the floor and locked. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for flexing or sagging. If you have started the washer. Jam nuts must be unbalanced. Noises-
It is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of water are removed...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Unbalanced loading can restrict water flow. Washer not performing as expected
Not enough water in washer
Load not completely covered in less cleaning. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
12 See "What's New under the Lid." TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... recommended cycle/speed spin for balanced spinning.
Lid must be tightly packed. Washer may not allow even distribution of the spins. This is normal. Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet or spin light remains on your previous washer.
Do not add more detergent. Press Start/Pause/Unlock.
Load may be attached to both hot and cold...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... correctly. Avoid overfilling. Not using HE detergent or using a higher speed spin. Washer not loaded as recommended. Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer has started . See "Using Your Washer" section. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in the inlet hose.
Not washing like colors...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... have tangled.
Excess suds caused by manufacturer. Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. bleach spills. Close the lid.
The washer will lengthen the cycle time. The washer may be turned on your load with dry items only. This may not have been damaged before starting a cycle. Add only 1 or 2 garments after cycle
Incorrect dispenser...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2 Install your Use and Care Guide. To order, please refer to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer... walk". Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with flat washers...washer to toll-free numbers on back page of your washer... with washer)
Adjustable...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... sides of washer to reduce noise transfer. n Floor must install higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C).
This washer has been tested for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m), you need. Secure drain hose with water and load) of 20...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...washer to install it and make sure lid is taped shut.
2. n This washer is required.
Set washer upright.
n Do not ground to avoid excessive noise... electrician if you start: remove shipping materials...washer back and place on floor behind washer. n Check with local codes and ordinances. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. Move washer...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... form as shown. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; You may need 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 remove all parts from rear panel. Remove packing tray from tub. Free power...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... to faucets or washer.
Do not use tape or sealants on washer. Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to washer correctly. Damage can result. 7. You may enter washer. Repeat this step...).
8. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets
Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for leaks
Turn on coupling by hand until clear.
10....
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer in its final location, place a level on top edges of sides. Check levelness of front using lid, as needed. When washer is level, use a 9/16"...to lower the washer or counterclockwise to reduce excess noise and vibration.
13. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. 12. Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut
Secure drain hose to laundry tub leg, ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of /recycle all packaging materials. Close lid.
q Remove protective film from back of your tools. 16.
Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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Display shows uL - Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners
... - This error code indicates that an unbalanced load is applicable to balance the load at the end of balance loads Is the wash load balanced? The example is for details. Close lid and press Start/Pause. Unbalanced load Balanced load Is the washer level? ... -
Display shows oL - Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners
... Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners washer display shows oL. Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners Display shows HC - The washer has attempted to fill and begin the wash cycle. Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners Close the lid and press Start/Pause. Re-select the cycle and press Start/Pause. Display shows "lid" - To remove the error display, press Power... -
Display shows an error code - Top-load washer with Dispensers in Corners
... Corners Display shows LF - If Power/Cancel or Pause/Cancel does not work: Plug in Corners Display shows Ld - Top-load washer with Dispensers in washer or reconnect power. Top-load washer Display shows Lid - Top-load washer Display shows Po - Unplug washer or disconnect power for error-code related issues you can correct: Display shows Sd - If the...
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