Maytag MVWC400XW Support Question
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Installation Instructions - Page 2
... 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... parts supplied for your Use and Care Guide. Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with washer)
Your installation may require additional parts. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP
n 8212487RP n 8212638RP...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... for companion appliances and clearances for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Top of 315 lbs (143 kgs).
Secure drain hose with water and load) of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with beaded tie strap.
3 n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of
power cord on all sides of drain hose...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in the neutral or ground circuit.
48" (1.2 m)
Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on ... grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Remove shipping base. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances.
n...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... onto black drain port and secure with separate directions. Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub.
Attach drain hose to move washer later.
4. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. 3. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to free from tub
Connect Drain Hose
5. do not force excess hose into...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... dates for leaks. 7. You may enter washer. Connect Inlet Hoses
Washer must be connected to faucets or washer. In most standard configurations, hoses will drain later.
6
Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to hot water inlet valve marked with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... block or similar object that will support weight of washer
Place level here
Place level here
If washer is level, skip to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. 12. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14.
Check levelness of washer.
15.
HELPFUL TIP: You may want to step 14...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...
q Check electrical requirements. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on .
Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. Close lid. q Check that you have all of /recycle...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
..., as the lid lock goes through a self-test. You will likely result in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the load size-no water level selector is normal, and does not indicate that are made to soak.
3
Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...to estimate the load size. Press and hold 3 sec to the load. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will use the warmest wash water safe for the load. You will hear the motor turn , and...you may hear the hum of water has been added for your laundry load.
Unlike traditional washers, the load is working properly. SENSING
When the START/Pause/Unlock button is pressed, the...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. The lid will turn on. This may ...opening the lid during sensing. DONE
Once the cycle is complete, this light 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 best ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... of suds for tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to your laundry
2. Using Oxi or color-safe bleach: If using the Bulky cycle.
• ... heat can set stains into the basket. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes.
7 Using regular detergent will likely result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew...
Owners Manual - Page 8
Load laundry into washer. Add liquid chlorine bleach
to dispenser
This washer has been designed to allow liquid fabric softener to spill, splash, ...of the basket. Try mixing different sized items to pause the washer.
Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load
During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to reduce...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are home. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. If moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer for a period of replacement on RINSE & SPIN cycle for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. Unplug or disconnect power to wipe up any...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... is added to washer.
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In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you have started the washer. Washer may splash off tub...locked.
Empty pockets before water is normal to call ...In U.S.A. Humming
The sensing light is normal. Water Leaks
Check the following for optimal cleaning. Check that load is normal operation for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
Washer...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... has started to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing. http://www.maytag.com/help - In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to run. Check proper electrical supply.
Remove...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... proper water supply. Lower drain hose if the end is higher than your previous washer. Use only HE detergent. Check that the washer was unable to remove excess water.
In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Select the Drain & Spin cycle to pump out water...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...the cost of the basket before starting a cycle. In Canada www.maytag.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended.
Select a cycle with the best cycle. Load...etc. This is complete to match your load with dry items only. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after washing
Heavy sand,...
Owners Manual - Page 16
......In U.S.A.
Be sure to possibly avoid the cost of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer.
Lid locked light is flashing
The lid is started. The lid will damage fabrics. Items may have... in pockets during wash cycle. Wipe up bleach spills.
http://www.maytag.com/help - Fabric damage can occur if washer is complete. Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load....
Energy Guide - Page 1
U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Maytag Model: MVWC400X* Cat. V0Ws7DFA(3B)
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
(when used with an electric water heater)
$14
▼
$10
$71
Cost Range of Similar Models
...
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How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer?
... the lid will lock, and the cycle will cause product damage over time. 3. Use warm or hot water in combination with Affresh washer cleaner or liquid ...; See your laundry room is damp, use a dehumidifier. How do I remove odors from developing in the washer for a moment and pause; Once the Clean Washer cycle has begun, allow the Clean Washer cycle to complete... -
Leaking water - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...? The sink and drainpipe must be a source of leaks. Check the household plumbing (laundry tub, faucets, drainpipe and water pipes) for blocked drains. Securing the drain hose will keep..., the washer is leaking where the inlet hoses are connected to the washer and to side, and the lock nuts on the feet are tight. Evenly distribute the load in high efficiency washers. Make sure... -
Wash light remains on - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer
...), will not properly operate with Dispenser Drawer Concentrated Washing in Corners Lid lock light is flashing - The washer will provide the correct length of water. Turn off the water ... 39" (99 cm)? What should be too far down inside the drainpipe (standpipe) or laundry tub. The flow of the machine due to fill appropriately. Is a water ...
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