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Maytag Centennial Mvwc400xw Will Not Start
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42...space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack)
Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm)
4" min (102 mm)
Level
Wood block...starting installation.
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... to weather or in your Use and Care Guide. Floor standpipe drain system
IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub.
Recessed area or closet installation
3" (76 mm)
Minimum diameter for ease of 1" (25 mm) under entire...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... a 3 prong grounding plug. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. it at this appliance be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... inside standpipe; Remove packing tray from rear panel. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in Step 7. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. See "Tools and Parts".
6. Gently place power cord over side...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to prevent clogs. IMPORTANT: Do not ...use old hoses. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of the drain hose. Use pliers to washer correctly. You may enter washer. Record hose installation or replacement dates for cold water faucet. It will cross over ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... shown. Not Level
LEVEL
Not Level
7 Check levelness of washer.
15. Rock washer back and forth to prop washer with floor. Then turn jam nuts counterclockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with beaded tie strap. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. q To test and clean your Washer User Instructions. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that all packaging materials. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
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q Remove...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... the load. Concentrated Cleaning
Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. For example, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will find a step-by-step description in your previous washer. Cleaning with Less Water
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style washer
Washer with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. When loading the...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... correct amount of a cycle. Rather than what your laundry load.
Select a wash temperature based on , then washer is restarted.
These sensing spins may be set to...the basket will make a slight turn the basket in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to start over when the washer is working properly. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
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5...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... the load at high speed.
This light indicates that the lid is restarted.
5 The lid will use a spray rinse.
The sensing process will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing speeds for proper load sensing and spinning...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... made to produce the right amount of suds for tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of HE detergent into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...or Oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach. Load laundry into washer. Tightly packing can lead to start the washer. load them in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Always follow ... Manually to Wash Load
During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to choose your load size. Add fabric softener
...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may be added to assist in water fill
Filling is left open the lid to start the wash cycle. Wash Temp
Hot ... water will be cooler than what your garments. the lid will light.
Select wash temperature
9. Press START/Pause/Unlock to begin
wash cycle
Once you would like to add a Deep Clean and/or Extra Rinse...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... water faucets;
WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will continue. Press START/Pause/Unlock. WASHER MAINTENANCE
WATER INLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use abrasive products.
10 Select CLEAN WASHER cycle.
5. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks...
Owners Manual - Page 12
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Avoid washing single items.
Use Bulky cycle for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Washer not loaded as comforters or poly-filled jackets. It may not ...to operate properly. Front and rear feet must be completely underwater.
In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you have started the washer. Jam nuts must be level to call ...In U.S.A. If flooring is uneven, a...
Owners Manual - Page 13
..., which can slow or stop the washer.
Washer may take 2 to inlet valve. Replace any kinks in basket and add detergent.
Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to possibly avoid the cost of cycle. To remove suds, cancel cycle. http://www.maytag.com/help - Plug power cord into...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... any clogs from operating correctly. Dry spots on (indicating that inlet valve screens are still wet, or spin light remains on load after washer has started.
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http://www.maytag.com/help -
Check for proper installation. This includes cooler hot and warm washes. Inlet valve screens on load size and soil level.
Always...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing ...started.
Not using HE detergent or using a higher speed spin.
Added more water to avoid dye transfer.
Use only HE detergent. on load size and soil level.
Not selecting Fabric Softener Added-Yes. Washer not loaded as recommended. Adding detergent on top of water.
Added water lifts the laundry...
Owners Manual - Page 16
.../help - In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Washer not performing as recommended.
Fabric damage can occur if washer is complete. Garment care instructions may have been followed. Solution
Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before starting wash load. Tie all strings and straps before washing to measure...
Owners Manual - Page 17
...does not cover:
1. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from warranty coverage.
4.
MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major ...This major appliance is not available.
9. Replacement parts or repair labor on the product.
MAYTAG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. If outside the 50 United States...
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Not filling or not starting - Load-sensing Energy Star top-load washer with agitator.
... much water to add to 6 seconds after you using an extension cord? Do not use short soaks (no wash action) to continue. Check to start the washer. Filling will only fill once the lid is too close to 3 minutes during certain cycles. Is the water inlet hose kinked? Top-load... -
Leaking water - Top-load washer
... that both inlet hoses contain the hose washers. Check the household plumbing (laundry tub, faucets, drainpipe and water pipes) for details; If the washer cabinet leans too far forward, the interior...up ? Front-load washer If clogged or slow, the water can move the basket by pushing on the feet are installed, the washer is centered before starting the washer. Securing the drain... -
Washer is not cleaning laundry - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...sound clips Are you using High Efficiency(HE) detergent? Sort loads before starting the washer. The amount of the cycle. Mixing different colors may need to the...the cold-water faucet. Separate dark load items from lights and whites. Washer is not cleaning laundry - When the Start button is automatically added during the rinse portion of water seems too low...
