Maytag MHWE500VP Use and Care Guide - Page 22

Begin procedure 1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer. 2. Using the AEERESH1Mwasher cleaner (Recommended): Add one AFFRESHrMwasher cleaner tablet to the washer drum. If using liquid chlorine bleach: Open the dispenser drawer and immediately bleach to the bleach compartment. add 2/s cup (160 ml.) of liquid chlorine NOTE: Do not add any detergent to this cycle. Use of more than 2/3 cup (160 ml.) of bleach will cause product damage over time. 3. Close the washer door and dispenser drawer. 4. Select the Clean Washer cycle. 5. Press START/PAUSE. NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock again, and then the cycle will continue. • The machine will bring in some inlet wateb and the basket will rotate while the washer runs a short sensing cycle. This will take approximately 3 minutes. 6. The cycle will determine whether clothing or other items are in the washer. a) If no items are detected in the washeb it will proceed to Step 7. b) If any items are detected in the washeb "rl." will be displayed, and the WASH and CONTROl_ I_OCK lights will remain [it. The door will unlock. Open and remove any garments in the wash drum. • Press POWER/CANCEl. to cancel the failure code. Then repeat steps 3, 4, and 5 to start the cycle again. 7. Once the cycle has begun, allow the cycle to complete. 8. After the cycle is complete, leave the door open slightly to allow for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior. Always do the following to maintain washer freshness Use only HE High Efficiency detergent I.eave the door slightly open after each cycle to allow for better ventilation of washer interior. and drying Repeat the cleaning procedure monthly or when the CI.EAN WASHER REMINDER light illuminates. If you are not ready to run the Clean Washer cycle, but the Clean Washer Reminder light is illuminated, press the Clean Washer Reset button. If the procedure does not sufficiently improve the machine freshness, evaluate your installation and usage conditions for other causes. Cleaning the Dispenser Drawer The dispenser drawer is removable for easy cleaning. 1. Open the dispenser drawer. Unlock the dispenser drawer by pressing the Release I.ever on the [eft side of the dispenser drawer. See "Using the Dispenser". Remove the drawer. 2. Wash the dispenser under running water to dean. Allow to dry. 3. Return the dispenser to drawer. Cleaning the exterior Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to keep it looking new. Use mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive products. Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, weab or leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of replacement Periodically inspect Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weatheb winterize it. Non-use or vacation care: Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation your washer for an extended period of time, you should: • Unplug washer or disconnect power. or not using • Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid unintended flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away. • Slightly open door to provide ventilation. To winterize washer: 1. Put 1 qt (1 I.) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the drum. 2. Run washer on a Drain & Spin cycle. 3. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 4. Shut off both water faucets. 5. Disconnect water inlet hoses from faucets and drain.