Maytag MHW8000AG Use & Care Guide - Page 7

USING THE OPTIMAL DISPENSE DRAWER 1. Open the dispenser drawer. 2. Add laundry products as described in steps 4-6 in the "Using Your Washer" section. 3. Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Make sure it is completely closed. NOTES: n A small amount of water may remain in the dispensers from the previous wash cycle. This is normal. n See "About Detergent Concentration" for information on detergent concentration. n To ensure you have enough detergent in the dispenser, the display will show the detergent level (Low or Refill). Adding HE detergent to dispenser Optimal Dispense cartridge Adding detergent for a single load Tab Use only HE High Efficiency liquid detergents. The dispenser cartridge will hold about 18.5 oz. (550 ml) of HE liquid detergent, or enough for up to 36 loads†. To Fill: Push back on the tab and lift the fill door. Fill to the "MAX" line with HE liquid detergent. Close fill door. It will click into place. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. To Install the Dispenser Cartridge: 1. Pull out the dispenser drawer. 2. Insert the dispenser cartridge completely in detergent compartment as shown. It should click into position. 3. Slowly slide the dispenser drawer in until it is completely closed. The washer will automatically detect the dispenser cartridge. NOTE: n The dispenser cartridge should be rinsed out when changing detergents or when the washer will not be used for extended periods. For instructions on cleaning the dispenser cartridge, see "Washer Maintenance." † The number of loads will vary, depending on detergent concentration, load size, cycle used, soil level, and water hardness. The maximum capacity of up to 36 loads requires use of 6x concentration detergent. Lift out the cartridge and set aside. Powdered HE detergent Place a measured amount of detergent in the powdered HE detergent compartment. Powdered HE detergent compartment Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. Powdered detergent: Add directly to the compartment. IMPORTANT: n Do not use liquid detergents in the single-load compartment; liquid detergents may seep out of the detergent compartment before the main wash begins. n A single dose of liquid detergent can be added to the Single-Dose Liquid HE Detergent Cup, which you can purchase (see "Accessories" section). n Do not add single-dose laundry packet to dispenser drawer. n If you are using the Delay Hrs. option, use of the dispenser cartridge is recommended, or powdered detergent may be used in the HE powdered detergent compartment. Liquid HE detergent If you frequently alternate between two different liquid HE detergents, you can purchase an additional Optimal Dispense cartridge. See "Accessories" for ordering information. 7