Maytag MVWB835DC Use & Care Guide - Page 4
What's New Under The Lid? - washer
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WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will begin the sensing process to determine the correct water level for the load. This may take several minutes before water is added. You will find a step-by-step description in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. Initially the basket will start to spin prior to adding water, this is part of the sensing process and is normal. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to a traditional agitator-style washer. Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with low-water washplate wash system The most striking difference in your new washer is the low-water washplate wash system. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size-no water level selector is needed. Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use. Do not go over the Max line on the dispenser. See "Using Laundry Product Dispensers" for more information. For best performance, it is recommended to load items in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. Improved Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Rather than diluting detergent as done in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the soils. This low water wash also allows the clothing to move in a more effective way to remove soils. Normal Sounds You Can Expect At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds and noises that are different from those of your previous washer. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of the cycle as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as the washplate moves the load and as the basket is slowing down to stop. And sometimes, you may hear nothing at all as the washer determines the correct water level for your load or allows time for clothes to soak. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the items will settle in the basket. This is normal and does not indicate that more items should be added. IMPORTANT: You will not see a washer basket full of water as with your past agitator-style washer. It is normal for some of the load to be above the water line. 4