Maytag MHW4200BW Use & Care Guide - Page 8

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: Wet load of clothes Swimwear, items that need rinsing Cycle: Drain & Spin Drain & Spin with Extra Rinse Wash Temperature: N/A Extra Hot Hot Warm Cool Cold Spin Speed: Soil Level: Extra High N/A Med Low Extra High Extra Heavy Med Med Low Light Available Options: Fresh Spin™ Delay Start Fresh Spin™ Delay Start Clothing, bedding and towels requiring sanitization Sturdy garments and household items exposed to possible allergens Heavily soiled fabrics Sanitize† Allergen†† Power Wash Extra Hot Extra Hot Hot Extra Hot Hot Warm Cool Cold Extra High Med Low Extra Heavy Steam for Stains* Med Fresh Spin™ Light Extra Rinse Delay Start Extra High Med 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 * Steam for Stains option is only available when warm, hot, or extra hot water temperature is selected. Cycle Details: Use Drain & Spin to remove excess water from the load. Spin speed can be set to a lower setting. Select Drain & Spin; then select Extra Rinse to add water. The cycle includes an extra-high-speed spin. For some fabrics, you may wish to set the spin speed to a lower setting. Using the highest wash temperature available ensures sanitization. Check recommended wash temperature of your items. Uses more water to flush out allergens such as dust mites and pet dander from normallysoiled items. Use this cycle for extremely soiled garments and household items that need additional cleaning power. This cycle combines high-speed wash action, extra-high-speed spin, and a deep rinse to flush excess dirt from the load. † Sanitize n This washer has a Sanitize Cycle that eliminates 99.9% of bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding, and towels, based on independent, third-party laboratory testing. There is no carryover of bacteria between loads after the cycle is complete. n Use the Sanitize Cycle to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics. This combines an extra-hot water temperature to help ensure the removal of heavy soils and stains. It is recommended that you set your hot water heater to 120°F (49°C) to ensure proper performance during this cycle. †† Allergen Allergen cycle certified by NSF International, an independent, third party testing and certification organization. The certification verified that this cycle reduced tested allergens by at least 95.0% and maintained the water temperature necessary to kill dust mites. Only the allergen cycle has been designed to meet the requirements of NSF Protocol P351 for Allergen Reduction Performance effectiveness. It is recommended that you set your hot water heater to 120°F (49°C) to ensure proper performance during this cycle. 8