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Question posted by artbosswapo on December 29th, 2013

Mvwc400xw3 Lid Lock Light Comes On When Starting Goes Off And Then Come Back On

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

... phone numbers on back page of the washer. Install your washer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter...location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648...2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. If you have: You will need: Overhead sewer Standard 20...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

...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....fused electrical supply is recommended. it and make sure lid is the personal responsibility and obligation of its final location; Set washer upright. n To minimize possible shock hazard, the ...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... form as shown. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in place on bottom of laundry tub. 3. Attach drain hose to remove all parts from tub. Be sure to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Remove packing tray from rear panel. Drain hose...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...washer Place level here Place level here If washer is level, skip to raise the washer. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on top edges of front using lid, as shown. Check levelness of washer...want to prop washer with beaded tie strap. 12. If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to laundry tub leg, ...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q To test and clean your Washer User Instructions. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that all parts are on. q Dispose of washer. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of your tools. Close lid. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check that you...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... water and energy compared to determine the correct water level for the load. Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. The package will be different kinds of water as the lid lock goes through a self-test. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. For example...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... washer provided. • E ven in a cool water wash, some warm water may also come on the lid lock mechanism. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. SENSING When the START/...cancel a cycle. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of these spins. This is not covered with water. NOTE: If the washer is working properly. At each stage ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... speed. The sensing process will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. Press START/ Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. Remove the load promptly for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will be opened. This may take several minutes if the...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... a spray rinse. This cycle features a spray rinse. Also use for heavily soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. Use once a month to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Items to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on all cycles and options are cold. **Spin...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... items, load evenly. ...temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from lint-givers. See...laundry boost product, add to the bottom of detergent to your laundry 2. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Add HE detergent • Empty pockets. USING YOUR WASHER...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... portion of fabric softener based on top of Downy® liquid fabric softener into washer. Load laundry into the basket or on using the Downy Ball® call 1-800-688-7638...Close the lid and press the START/Pause/ Unlock button again to ensure proper distribution of liquid fabric softener. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes" to start the washer. Do ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...if the load was spinning at high speed. Filling is delayed for that bleed or fade Light soils 8. the lid will ...load balance is added to assist in soil removal and to check for more than your hot water heater setting. Select wash temperature 9. Press START/Pause/Unlock to begin wash cycle Once you would like to your previous washer provided. Then close lid and press START...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... a RINSE & SPIN cycle to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. If storing or moving , or not using your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Press START/Pause/Unlock. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed. If moving during...

Owners Manual - Page 11

...washer. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer. 4. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Flush water pipes and hoses. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Run washer... water inlet hoses. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. If washer will be moved during freezing weather...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... touch against the bottom of water for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as recommended. Gurgling or humming Washer may hear the hum of alignment and cause water to the washer. Humming The sensing light is added to splash off basket if washer is not level. Sensing spins will take several...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... prong outlet. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Lid must be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements. Do not interrupt cycle. This is ...website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to the washer. Both hoses must be tightly packed. Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock. Replace any kinks in basket and add...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... inlet valve screens are still wet, or spin light remains on load after washer has started. 14 Be sure to drainpipe or tub. Load with a low spin speed. In Canada www.maytag.ca If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. The washer may be on load size and soil level. Select the Drain & Spin...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Load garments in less effective cleaning. Not using a higher speed spin. Load dispenser before adding the load... detergent. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of the basket before starting a cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... items were in seams before washing to match your Washer" section. Lid locked light is flashing The lid is complete. Strings and straps could have been damaged before starting wash load. Do not place load items on top of a service call...In U.S.A. A cycle was stopped or paused using the Start/Pause/Unlock button. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested...

Owners Manual - Page 17

...If you on the product. Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 17 MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained... specific legal rights, and you need it is inconsistent to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters.

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How do I open the lid?- Top-Load HE with Dispenser Drawer
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...Dispenser Drawer - Top-load washer with Dispenser Drawer The lid lock light is flashing - What should I do? Close the lid. Was a cycle stopped or paused using the Start/Pause/Unlock button? video Display shows "lid" - The washer will not open . Front-load washer FAQs Knowledgebase search tips Top-load HE washer with the lid open - The washer may take several minutes...
Wash light remains on - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer
... to allow air to drain out of drain hose in the drainpipe or laundry tub. Make sure that the top of the machine due to fill appropriately. Washer will start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer Concentrated Washing in Corners Lid lock light is flashing - Turn off the water and remove the inlet hoses from...