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Installation Instructions - Page 2

..., 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 Ruler or measuring tape Pliers ... Part Number 285835 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" (...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; See "Washer Care" in temperatures below the top of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top and bottom air openings in .2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time. 4 Remove shipping base. n This washer is necessary for proper operation and to a gas pipe. n To minimize possible shock hazard,...position. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to install it is the personal ...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... parts from rear panel. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. NOTE: Keep tray in Step 7. Place drain hose in place on bottom of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on... Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. For a floor drain,...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... 6 Attach hot water hose to a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of water may need to inlet valves. Check for leaks..... Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for leaks Turn on water faucets to prevent clogs. HELPFUL...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to make sure all four feet make solid contact with beaded tie strap. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to prop up front of washer. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... faucets are now installed. q Check that you have all packaging materials. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that all parts are on some models). Close lid. q Dispose of/recycle all of...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... reduced rinsing performance. Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your new washer is added. Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents....see a washer basket full of suds for your previous washer. IMPORTANT: You will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...SENSING When the START/Pause/Unlock button is pressed, the washer will start the selected cycle; These sensing spins may change ...soak time to unlock the lid. NOTE: Avoid opening lid during the Wash portion of water has been added for... label instructions, use short, slow spins to select available cycles on your laundry load. This process may also come on during sensing. The sensing light...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... lid during sensing. The sensing process will use a spray rinse. Some cycles will start over when the washer is restarted. 5 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...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of suds for tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of HE detergent into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close ... when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to your laundry 2. Sort and prepare your garments. USING YOUR WASHER 1.

Owners Manual - Page 8

... top of the basket. 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 move freely. Load laundry into washer. Do not use more than 1 cup (250 mL). IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... may be added to assist in soil removal and to open for 2 to 3 minutes to help dissolve detergents. You will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. When the cycle has finished, the DONE...option, turn the knob for load unbalance. Warm Some cold water will be cooler than your previous washer provided. This is sensed. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you would like to ON. ...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... packing tray from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Close lid and place tape over edge and into basket opening. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... evenly around basket wall. In Canada www.maytag.ca If you have started the washer. Jam nuts must be necessary to call ...In U.S.A. Check floor for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. For normal operating sounds, goto www.maytag.com/help - It may be tight against...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Only use an extension cord. 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 . Check that may be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...maytag.ca If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for your garment. Tightly packed or unbalanced loads may be tightly packed or unbalanced. See "Using Your Washer...heaps evenly around the basket wall. Do not tape over drain opening. Always measure and follow detergent directions based on (indicating that inlet...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... chlorine bleach in water. In Canada www.maytag.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Washer is tangling Washer not loaded as recommended. Select a cycle... starting a cycle. on load size and soil level. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Load garments...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... as recommended. This may have tangled. In Canada www.maytag.ca If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Fabric Damage Sharp items were in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Load with the lid open. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is tightly packed. A cycle was stopped or paused...

Energy Guide - Page 1

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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