Maytag MHWE500VP Use and Care Guide

Maytag MHWE500VP - Performance Series Front Load Washer Manual

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    FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER USE & CARE GUIDE LAVEUSEAUTOMATIQUE A CHARGEMENT FRONTAL GUIDE D'UTILISATION ET D'ENTRETIEN FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT FEi_IURES, OPERATION/PERFORMANCE, CAll: 1.800.688.9900 IN CANADA, CAll: 1.800.807.6777 PARTS, ACCESSORIES OR SERVICE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.MAYTAG
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    Status Indicator ...Cycles ...Options ...Modifiers ...LAUNDRY GUIDE ...LAUNDRY TIPS ...I.oading ...WASHER CARE ...Cleaning Your Washer ...Water Inlet Hoses ...Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care TROUBLESHOOTING ...ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ...In the U.S.A ...In Canada ...WARRANTY ... 3 SI_CURITI_
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    others are very important. many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. All safety messages will tell you
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    the weather. [] Do not tamper with controls. [] Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. [] See "Electrical Requirements" for
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    water fill hoses: 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314, 10 ff (3.0 m) Part Number 350008 Optional pedestal This pedestal is available in several colors. '' To orde,; call the dealer frorn whorn you purchased you, washer or refer to the "Assistance or Service" section. Pedestal Height 10" (254 mm
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    of installation and servicing. • Additional clearances might be required for wall, doob and floor moldings. • Additional spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of the washer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. Recommended installation spacing for custom undercounter The dimensions shown are for
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    on pedestal I 18"rnin._ (457rnrn) 1" _._ (25mm) ' 27"_.(686mm) A 1" ' (25mm) ll"_ 31,/_"_1 4" (25mm)(a00ram)(102ram) B A. Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confined area Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions
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    installation • The dimensions shown are for Parts." separately. See "Tools The siphon break must be a minimum of 28" (711 mm) from the bottom of the washer an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. • A 120 volt
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    a qualified electrician. • If codes permit and a separate ground circuit. GROUNDING iNSTRUCTiONS For a grounded, cord=connected washer: This washer must be grounded washer that support the suspension system during transportation. removed. These bolts also retain the power cord inside the washer
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    bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. A B A. Coupling B. Washer 2, Make sure the washer drum is empty. 3. Attach the hose water leakage. Read and follow these instructions. Remove drain hose from washer cabinet Gently pull the corrugated drain hose parts. See Floor drain under "Tools and
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    Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. If the washer is against a wall, move the washer out slightly before tipping back. If the washer is not [eve[, first prop the front with a wood block and adjust the feet as necessary
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    the washer self-cleaning, flushing the machine's interior free of dirt and other residue. The use of AFFRESH r_, washer cleaner front-load washers. High-Efficiency Wash System Your new front-loading, high-efficiency your water and energy bills by helping washer saves time with fewer, larger loads
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    INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. The following is a guide to using your washer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual wash system, along with less water, will create too much sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in washer errors
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    indicator shows Done, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be removed from the washer. The washer powers down automatically 5 minutes after the cycle is complete and the Done light goes off. To power clown the washer manually after the wash cycle is complete, select POWER/ CANCEl. once. Choosing
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    amount for load size. • If you are using the Delay Wash option, powdered laundry products should be used in the main wash compartment during the Extra Rinse. • Do not use fabric softener dispensing balls in this washer. Dispensing balls will not operate correctly with this washen • Do not spill or
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    MODIFIERS. 3. Select START/PAUSE (for approximately To drain the washer manually 1. Select START/PAUSE once. 2. Select DRAIN/SPIN. 1 wash clothes rinse spin done Adding items This washer allows an 8-minute period in which other garments may be added to the load. You can add items to the washer
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    the Speed Spin Modifier setting to Medium or I.ow to avoid fabric stress. • Adding fabric softener to a load. Z'I Drain & Spin Use this cycle to drain your washer or to drain and spin your wash load. The spin speed is preset to extra high. If desired, you can reduce the spin speed by selecting
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    wash and rinse cycles. These new sounds and pauses are part of normal washer operation. You can customize your wash washer with affrSSh :[oor locked press pause to unlock [ extrarinse ] [st .... lean } options See the "l.aundry Guide" for an overview of possible options for each Wash energy. 18
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    before or during the cycle until that part of the cycle starts. Not all modifiers instructions. Use the warmest wash Warm rinses leave the loads drier than cold rinses. Warm rinses increase wrinkling. In cold climates, a warm rinse makes the load more comfortable to handle. Cold rinses save energy
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    wash system, along with less water, will create too much sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in washer errors, detergents such as 2x or higher will use less detergent based on load size. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Close zippers, snaps,
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    from lightly soiled ones, even if they would normally be washed together. Separate lint-givers (towels, chenille) from lint- the washer basket for a long time. • When unloading garments, occasionally check under the gray colored seal at the front of the tub for small items. Loading suggestions
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    machine will bring in some inlet wateb and the basket will rotate while the washer in the wash drum. • Press POWER/CANCEl. to cancel the failure code. Then repeat leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of replacement Periodically inspect Install and store your washer
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    TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. In the U.S.A. www.maytag.com/help In Canada www.maytag.ca Washer displaying code message and tone sounds "F21" (Drain Problem
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    . It is normal Are you washing items with metal snaps, buckles, or zippers? You may hear metal items touching the washer drum. This is normal Is washer installed on a sturdy and solid floor? Refer to the "Installation Instructions" for flooring requirements. Noise and vibration may be reduced by
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    in odor. Did you leave the door open after use? This washer has a tight sea[ to avoid water leaks. To avoid odors leave the door open to allow the washer to dry between uses. Load too wet • Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed? Select a cycle with a higher spin speed. Did you
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    rernove any water rernaining in the washer. The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain. Before calling for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting." It may save you the cost of a service ca[[. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the
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    applies. If you think you need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of the Use & Care Guide. If you are unable to resolve the problem after checking can be found by checking the "Assistance or Service" section or by calling Maytag. In the U.S.A., ca[[ 1-800-688-9900. In
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    signifient : Risque possible de d_c_s ou de blessure grave si vous ne suivez pas imm_diatement les instructions. Risque possible de d6c_s ou de blessure grave si vous ne suivez pas les instructions. Tous les messages de s_curite vous diront quel est le danger potentiel et vous disent comment r_duire
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    de service, si ce n'est specifiquement recommand6 dans ce manuel ou dans un manuel d'instructions de instructions de liaison & la terre. CONSERVEZ CES iNSTRUCTiONS Avertissements de la proposition 65 de I'Ft:tat de Californie " AVERTISSEMENT " Ce produit contient un produit chimique connu par I'Ft
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    . Pour acheter I'un des articles indiqu6s ici, composer [e numdro sans frais indiqu6 sur [a couverture ou b_[a section "Assistance ou service". Pi6destal facultatif I.e pi6destal est disponible en plusieurs couleurs. Pour commandeb t616phoner au marchand chez qui la laveuse a 6t6 achet6e section
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    de superposer votre [aveuse et votre s6cheuse Maytag? Pour ce faire, vous devrez acheter un ou consulter [a section "Assistance ou service". Demander [a pi6ce num6ro 8212640. aussi prendre en compte I'espace requis entre les appareils voisins. Dimensions de la laveuse 8i" (I 295 ram} 27" (080 ram
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    pi_destal Espacement recommand_ pour une installation dans un encastrement ou dans un placard, avec laveuse et s_cheuse superpos_es I.es dimensions indiqu6es sont pour I'espacement recommand6. 48 po 2. (310crn2} 3"* (76 ram} T O 24po2. (155crn2) * Espacement requis 3_ 3"* (76ram} J_ 1"* (25
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    a commenc6. Cette proc6dure pro[ongera [a dur6e initia[e du programme. Avez-vous lay6 une grande charge avec le programme Quick Wash (lavage rapide)? I_eprogramme Quick Wash (lavage rapide) est conq:u pour les plus petites charges (23 articles de v6tements 16g&rement sales). Si des charges plus
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    peut vous faire 6conomiser [e coot d'une visite de service. Si vous avez encore besoin d'aide, suivez [es instructions ci-dessous. I.ors d'un appe[, veui[[ez vous avez besoin de plus d'assistance, question ou prob[6me 5_: Maytag Services, I.I_C ATTN: CAI R_ Center RO. Box 2370 Cleveland, TN 37320
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    une r6gion 6[oign6e o_ un service d'entretien Maytag autoris6 n'est pas disponib[e. 9. I_a d6pose et [a r6insta[[ation de votre gros apparei[ m6nager si ce[ui-ci est install6 dans un endroit inaccessible ou n'est pas install6 conform6ment Maytag. aux instructions d'insta[[ation fournies par 10
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    Guided de votre gros appareil m6nager pour mieux vous aider _ obtenir assistance ou service en cas de besoin. Vous devrez conna?tre le num6ro de mod61e et Maytag Corporation or its related corrrpanies. Used under license by Maytag Iimited in Canada.
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