Maytag MHW4200BW Use & Care Guide - Page 7

CYCLE GUIDE Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle, options, and settings that best fit the load being washed. Not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together. NOTES: n Not all cycles, temperatures, options, or spin speeds are available on all models. n All wash temperature selections feature a cold rinse. n Not all temperatures, spin speeds, or soil levels are labeled on the control panel. Items to wash using default cycle settings: Normally soiled cottons, linens, sheets, and mixed garment loads Cycle: Normal Wash Temperature: Extra Hot Hot Warm Cool Cold Bright or darkly colored cottons, linens, casual and mixed loads Lightly soiled shirts, blouses, trousers, pants and dresses Cold Wash Wrinkle Control Sheer fabrics, lingerie, sweaters, and lightlysoiled shirts, blouses, trousers, pants, and skirts Normaly soiled sheets, pillowcases, light blankets, or throws Delicates Bedding Small loads of 3-4 lightly soiled garments Rapid Wash Cold Extra Hot Hot Warm Cool Cold Extra Hot Hot Warm Cool Cold Extra Hot Hot Warm Cool Cold Extra Hot Hot Warm Cool Cold No clothes in washer Clean Washer with affresh® Spin Speed: Extra High Med Soil Level: Available Options: Extra Heavy Steam for Stains* Med Fresh Spin™ Light Extra Rinse Delay Start Extra High Med Extra Heavy Med Light Fresh Spin™ Extra Rinse Delay Start Extra High Med Low Extra Heavy Steam for Stains* Med Fresh Spin™ Light Extra Rinse Delay Start Extra High Med Low Extra Heavy Steam for Stains* Med Fresh Spin™ Light Extra Rinse Delay Start Extra High Med Low Extra Heavy Steam for Stains* Med Fresh Spin™ Light Extra Rinse Delay Start Extra High Med Low Extra Heavy Steam for Stains* Med Fresh Spin™ Light Extra Rinse Delay Start Cycle Details: This cycle combines medium-speed tumbling and an extra-high-speed spin. This cycle is designed to provide the most energy efficiency. This cycle uses a concentrated detergent solution along with cold water throughout the cycle to gently lift out stains and care for fabrics. This cycle combines low-speed tumbling and medium-speed spin for gentle fabric care and reduced wrinkling. This cycle combines low-speed tumbling and low-speed spin for gentle fabric care and reduced wrinkling. The wash action of this cycle is designed to keep large items from tangling and balling up. For small loads (3­-­ 4 items) needed quickly. This cycle combines highspeed tumbling, a shortened wash time, and an extra-high-speed spin for reduced drying times. Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of your washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level. Use with affresh® washer cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. This cycle should not be interrupted. See "Washer Care." IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. Use this cycle with an empty wash tub. See "Washer Care" in "Washer Maintenance." * Steam for Stains option is only available when warm, hot, or extra hot water temperature is selected. continued on next page Load Size Recommendations For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle. Small load: Fill the washer drum with 3-4 items, not more than 1/4 full. Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about 1/2 full. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to about 3/4 full. Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make sure clothes can tumble freely. For best results, avoid packing tightly. 7