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Question posted by WESLAW on August 1st, 2020

Maytag 5100 Not Powering Up

my 5100 series maytag washer has power but power button is not working ,when i turn the control knob it lights up but nothing else works

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on August 1st, 2020 12:04 PM
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Installation Guide - Page 3

...Hot and cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of power cord on all sides of 315 lbs (143 kgs). IMPORTANT: Do not install, store or operate washer where it will need: n A water heater set to 120°...openings which are required. Whirlpool Models* 523/4" (1340 mm) 335/16" (846 mm) 27" (686 mm) Maytag Models 5215/16" (1345 mm) 3215/16" (837 mm) 27" (686 mm) 383/4" - 393/4" (948...
Installation Guide - Page 4

...) DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. A 1/4" (6 mm) diameter to pump higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be inside standpipe. Minimum siphon break height: 28" (710 mm) from...
Installation Guide - Page 5

...accordance with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. Do not use an adapter. Failure to a gas pipe. n To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be provided. Move washer to within ... available, it . 1. n Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation and to have a fuse in a...
Installation Guide - Page 6

... already in rear panel and close hole with separate directions. Gently place power cord over end of hole. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to avoid suspension and structural damage, a certified technician must properly set up washer for relocation. 6 Remove power cord If clamp is transported at later date, call your local service...
Installation Guide - Page 7

... when attached correctly. 12. C onnect inlet hoses to faucets or washer. Attach the hose labeled hot to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Use pliers to hot water faucet. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of which hose is seated on bottom of laundry tub. Clear water lines Run water for a few seconds through...
Installation Guide - Page 8

... all four feet are firmly on top edges of washer Place level here Attach hot water hose to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for leaks Remove cardboard from side to side. Use pliers to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn on valve when attaching to Step 19. n Periodically inspect...
Installation Guide - Page 9

...for leaks around faucets, valves, and inlet hoses. Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to prop washer with the floor. Do not remove ground prong. If...leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. q Read "Using Your Washer" in contact with a wood block or similar object that all parts are firmly in your washer, press power and choose the QUICK...
Dimension Guide - Page 2

...) min. 30" (762 mm) Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Custom cabinet installation (washer only): 7" (178 mm) 14" (356 mm) All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except ... be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Minimum siphon break height: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer to fully open. Dimensions are required. 1" (25 mm) 4" (102...
Use & Care Guide - Page 3

... ordering, contact your new washer and dryer with the following genuine Maytag accessories. In Canada, call us at a premium, the stack kit allows the dryer to a more information on top of the washer. 3 Stack Kit If space is at 1-800-901-2042, or visit: www.maytag.com/accessories. For more comfortable working height. The large...
Use & Care Guide - Page 4

... CYCLE KNOB Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. NOTE: Turning the Wash Cycle knob will be displayed (for times longer than 60 minutes, hours will also turn off Delay Start, use the Soil Level setting to select more damp. 5 DELAY START Use + and - NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5

... detergent when using the dispenser drawer. IMPORTANT: n Do not add single-dose laundry packet to dispenser drawer. Selector HE detergent compartment Pour a measured amount of HE detergent into the washer too early. adding too much detergent (HE) detergent. 7 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS Delay If a Delay Start is lit, you the convenience of automatically adding...
Use & Care Guide - Page 7

... load: Fill the washer drum with each cycle. Use this cycle for that need additional cleaning power. NOTES: n Not all settings are available on the control panel. Not all...Light Available Options: Extra Rinse Delay Start Small loads of 2-4 lightly soiled garments Rapid Wash Hot Warm Cold Extra High Med Low Heavy Normal Light Extra Rinse Delay Start Heavily soiled fabrics Power...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8

... clothes to washer drum prior to ensure the interior is clean before washing clothes. 2. Add laundry products (if desired) 1. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can be added to the drum prior to move freely for loading suggestions. n Turn knits inside seam. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lightly soiled...
Use & Care Guide - Page 9

...laundry packets, Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals to Step 8. 9 Use a measuring cup with liquid chlorine bleach. Do not fill past the MAX line. They will not dispense correctly. 4. Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Do not use liquid fabric softener dispenser balls in this washer...; then touch POWER/CANCEL to turn on the washer or go to...
Use & Care Guide - Page 10

... set the desired delay time. 2. Select an extra rinse, if desired* Turn cycle knob to begin a cycle immediately, you may also cause the washer to set the delay. Setting a delayed start : 1. Adjusting settings will show the default settings for the selected cycle. buttons to 9 hours. This will delay the start of the wash cycle...
Use & Care Guide - Page 11

...unlock, and lock again. This may do so while the "Add a Garment" light is lit. NOTE: n A small amount of metal objects on garments. n This washer has a tight seal to restart the cycle. To pause a cycle in the ...again to start the wash cycle. To cancel a cycle, touch POWER/CANCEL. When unloading garments, pull back the door seal and check for small items between uses. 11
Use & Care Guide - Page 15

... wash cycles. System error code. Follow detergent manufacturer's instructions. Make sure the door is first turned on washer may appear when the washer is closed . Then touch POWER/CANCEL again to possibly avoid a service call for at www.maytag.com/product_help - Always measure detergent, and base detergent quantity on load size and soil level. Both...
Use & Care Guide - Page 16

.... Check all four fill-hose flat washers. Water can drip off the inside of the door when the door is normal at www.maytag.com/product_help - The washer senses load sizes and adds the correct... stages of water are still in the balancing system are This is normal to drainpipe or laundry tub. You will lock, unlock, and lock again. balancing the load. Check household plumbing...
Use & Care Guide - Page 17

...tripped circuit breaker. Normal washer operation. You may be turned on the door glass during...washer stops working Both hoses must be stopped to the washer. 17 The washer door is normal. Do not add more water is low. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help - Washer may see condensation on . Plug power...
Use & Care Guide - Page 21

... bleach not used in washer. When load unbalance occurs, a washing process will also affect the cycle times. Avoid washing single items. Balance a single item such as expected (cont.) Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. The controls are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts to turn off Control Lock. For each...

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