Maytag MHW9000YG Use & Care Guide - Page 17

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving: 1. Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Before using again, run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets. ABOUT DETERGENT CONCENTRATION Today's liquid HE detergents are concentrated. Most brands of concentrated HE detergent will show the level of concentration on the bottle. If so, simply set the concentration level in the Optimal Dispense menu to match the level shown on the bottle. However, if the detergent bottle does not give the concentration, it can be easily calculated. Just divide the package size in fluid ounces by the number of loads. Then refer to the chart below to find the concentration. If you do not get your desired cleaning results, try using a lower concentration number. If you have excess suds, try using a higher concentration number. Concentration 1x 2x 3x 4x 5x 6x Number of ounces ÷ number of loads >2.5 1.5 - 2.49 0.9 - 1.49 0.7 - 0.89 0.5 - 0.69 0.3 - 0.49 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Run washer through POWER WASH cycle to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE detergent. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. 17