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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES WASHER SAFETY........................................................................................... 3 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................................. 4 Tools and Parts........................................................................................... 4 Options...................................................................................................... 4 Location Requirements .............................
WASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Options Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The parts supplied are in the washer drum. Tools needed for connecting the water inlet hoses ■ Pliers (that open to 19/16" [39.5 mm]) ■ Flashlight (optional) Pedestal You have the option of purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this washer. You may select a 10" (254 mm) or a 15.5" (394 mm) pedestal. The pedestal will add to the total height of the washer.
Installation clearances ■ The location must be large enough to allow the washer door ! to be fully opened. ■ Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. The door opens more than 90°, and it is not reversible. ■ Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the washer ! is recommended to reduce noise transfer.
Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. Drain System The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain system. Select the drain hose installation method you need. See “Tools and Parts.” Standpipe drain system - wall or floor (views A & B) 48 in.
■ Electrical Requirements Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. ■ A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Transport System WARNING Connect the Inlet Hoses Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings. Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install washer. A Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. IMPORTANT: Position the washer so that the rear of the washer is within approximately 3 ft. (900 mm) of its final location.
Connect the inlet hoses to the washer 2. Slide drain hose onto washer connection. IMPORTANT: Make sure that the flat washers have been placed into the hose couplings. C H 3. Once drain hose is in place, release pliers. C. Cold water inlet H. Hot water inlet 1. Attach the hot water hose to the washer’s hot (H) water inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer. 2. Attach the cold water hose to the washer’s cold (C) water faucet.
Secure the Drain Hose Drain hose must be secured to stop the hose from moving when water is pumped out. If the drain hose moves, water may end up on the floor. 1. Drape the power cord over the washer top. 2. Move the washer to its final location. 3. Place the drain hose in the laundry tub or standpipe as shown. See illustrations A and B. 5.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS Adaptive Variable Speed Motor Your new front-loading high efficiency washer, was designed to conserve resources and lower your water and energy bills. The washer is designed to determine and then provide the amount of water needed for the best performance. The time of operation may be greater for this new system than for a conventional washer. The motor adapts to the load size and to the cycle selected to give the optimum cleaning, rinsing, and spinning conditions.
WASHER USE temperatures Starting Your Washer dryness level cycle signal First Wash Cycle Without Laundry Before washing clothes for the first time, if not completed during ! the final installation step, choose the Normal cycle and run it without clothes. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use 1/2 ! the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-size load. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean before washing clothes. For All Wash Cycles 1.
■ You will hear the door locking, unlocking, and locking again. This is normal. ■ If you do not press START/PAUSE within 5 minutes of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off. ■ When the wash cycle is complete, the DONE status light illuminates, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be removed from the washer. The washer powers down automatically 5 minutes after the cycle is complete and the DONE light goes off until door is opened.
Changing Cycles and Options Not all Options are available with all Cycles. Cycles and Options can be changed anytime before START/PAUSE is pressed. To cancel a cycle 1. Press POWER/CANCEL. 2. The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can be removed. NOTE: If the water level or the temperature is too high, the washer will drain automatically before the door unlocks. To change Options after the cycle has started 1. Press START/PAUSE once. 2. Press the desired OPTIONS.
Cycle Cycles Estimated! Time*! Temp Spin! Speed Soak 0:30 Warm/ Cold No Spin Clean Washer with AFFRESH™ 0:56 N/A High (hr:min) Wash Cycles Choose Wash Cycles by rotating the Cycle selector knob to the desired cycle. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels. *The cycle times vary automatically based on your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. The cycle time will be extended if oversudsing occurs or the load is unbalanced.
Rapid Wash Options & Modifiers Use this cycle to wash small loads of 2-3 lightly soiled garments that are needed in a hurry. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, a shortened wash time, and high-speed spin to shorten drying time. Large wash loads will result in the machine increasing the wash time. You can customize your wash by adding options to your cycle selections. You can add or change an option after starting a cycle anytime before the selected option begins.
Temperature Guide Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics HOT! Whites and pastels Heavy soils WARM! Bright colors Moderate to light soils COLD Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Spin Speed Each cycle has a preset spin speed. To change the spin speed, press the SPIN SPEED button until the desired setting is illuminated. Cycle Signal This signal is helpful when you are removing items from the washer as soon as it stops. Press Cycle Signal button Signal On or Signal Off.
LAUNDRY TIPS Preparing clothes for washing Unloading Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of your garments. ■ Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package for this type of detergent will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” This wash system, along with less water, will create too much sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in washer errors, longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance.
Stain Removal Guide Stain Use Liquid Chlorine or Color-Safe Bleach ✔ Use suggested Wash Cycle Stain Power Wash Ink Use Liquid Chlorine or Color-Safe Bleach Use suggested Wash Cycle ✔ Power Wash ✔ Power Wash ✔ Warm! Power Wash Grass ✔ Cold or Warm! Normal Blood Tomato Products ✔ Warm! Whites Mud Coffee/ Chocolate Heavy Duty Cosmetics Heavy Duty Deodorants Warm! Heavy Duty ✔ Normal Ring around the Collar Dirty Motor Oil Do not tumble dry soiled or stained items.
WASHER CARE Cleaning Your Washer Cleaning the Door Seal/Bellow 1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer. 2. Inspect the colored seal/bellow between the door opening and the basket for stained areas. Pull back the seal/bellow to inspect all areas under the seal/bellow and to check for foreign objects. 5. Select the CLEAN WASHER with AFFRESH™ cycle. 6. Press START/PAUSE. NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock again, and then the cycle will continue.
Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it. Non-use or vacation care: Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time, you should: ■ Unplug washer or disconnect power. ■ Turn off the water supply to the washer.
TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call... In U.S.A. www.maytag.com/help In Canada www.maytag.ca ■ Did you empty pockets?! You may be hearing items that are caught under the door seal or basket. Check under the door seal and remove items. ■ Washer making a different noise?! As with any new product, you will hear sounds that you are not accustomed to.
■ Is the fabric softener dispenser clogged? ! Clean the fabric softener dispenser. See “Washer Care” for details. ■ Are the laundry products in the correct dispenser compartment?! Add the correct amounts of detergent, fabric softener or liquid chlorine bleach to the correct compartments. Add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach to the Main Wash compartment. ■ Is there water in the dispenser at the end of the cycle? ! A small amount of water will remain in the dispenser compartment. This is normal.
■ Is the load balanced?! A single or bulky item may cause imbalance. Add more items or redistribute the load. ■ Is the drum empty?! Rotate drum by hand to check for any binding of the spin basket. Check for clothing stuck between spin basket and outer tub. Move open end drum up and down while holding outer tub steady and check for looseness (more than 1/4" of movement). ■ Is the load balanced?! A single or bulky item may cause imbalance. Add more items or redistribute the load.
■ Did you use enough HE detergent?! Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for the type of load you are washing. For best performance, use only High Efficiency detergent. Use enough HE detergent to remove soil and hold it in suspension. ■ Do you have hard water?! Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or hard water. ■ Is your water colder than 60°F (15.6°C)?! Wash water colder than 60°F (15.6°C) may not completely dissolve the detergent. Use hot or warm washes if safe for the fabric load.
MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Maytag”) will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased. Service must be provided by a Maytag designated service company.