Maytag MVW5435PW Quick Start Guide - Page 1

MAYTAG TOP LOADING WASHING MACHINE QUICK START GUIDE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 2 Fire Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids. No washer can completely remove oil. 4 1 *Appearance may vary depending on model. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire. 1. POWER Press to turn on/off or to stop/cancel a cycle. 2. CYCLE KNOB WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your Turn knob to select desired cycle. 3. START/PAUSE appliance's Owner's Manual, before operating this appliance. Press and hold the Start/Pause button for 1 second until all status Step 1. ADD HE DETERGENT Step 2. LOAD CLOTHES lights are illuminated, then release to start cycle. Press during a cycle to pause cycle and unlock lid. Designed to use only HE (High Efficiency) detergents. For best results, load garments in loose NOTE: If machine is spinning it may take longer to unlock lid. heaps evenly around the basket wall. 4. CYCLE MODIFIERS (Not all modifiers are available on all cycles) NOTE: See ADDING LAUNDRY PRODUCTS (below) for more information on adding HE detergent, fabric softener, and/or bleach. Step 3. PRESS POWER TO Step 4. SELECT THE DESIRED TURN ON THE CYCLE FOR YOUR WASHER LOAD* TEMPERATURE Turn knob to modify the cycle's available temperatures (Tap Cold, Cold, Cool, Warm, or Hot). DEEP FILL Use the Deep Fill knob to determine how much water you want to add to your wash cycle. Set it to Auto for the machine to automatically determine the optimal water level. Set it to Max for the maximum allowable water level for that cycle. Higher water levels can be used to reduce the likelihood of white residue on dark clothing. 3 4 SOIL AND RINSE Use this knob to choose the soil level as well as the number of rinses desired. If using fabric softener, make sure to use the two topmost settings which add an Extra Rinse to the cycle. EXTRA POWER Turn the Extra Power knob to On for a boost in cleaning performance on any wash cycle. NOTE: The Extra Power option will increase the duration of the cycle. NOTE: If the washer detects an out-of-balance condition it may pause and attempt to correct the situation. During this time the Sense and Rinse/Spin status indicators will both briefly illuminate. WARNING: Do not wash water-resistant or water repellant-type clothing. Failure to closely follow these instructions may result in an abnormal vibrating and out-of-balance condition that could result in physical injury, property damage, and/or appliance damage. Step 5. ADJUST CYCLE Step 6. PRESS AND HOLD SETTINGS AND START/PAUSE TO SELECT ADDITIONAL BEGIN CYCLE OPTIONS* CHOOSING THE RIGHT CYCLE A cycle guide for your washer can be found online at www.maytag.com. The document will help identify which cycle to choose for various load types as well as the default cycle options. For example we recommend using the Normal cycle with Warm water for cottons, linens and mixed-garment loads. PRE-TREATING BEFORE A WASH CYCLE ■ Turn the cycle knob to Water Faucet and press and hold the Start Button to turn on, press the Pause button or Power button to turn off. ■ Faucet will automatically shut off after 10 minutes or when max water level is reached. ■ Water will automatically drain if water level becomes too high. Water will also drain after 10 minutes if the lid is left open or 3 hours if the lid is left closed. NOTE: Start button must be held for 1 second to start cycle. Once the status MORE WATER WHEN YOU WANT IT CLEANING WITH LESS WATER lights are illuminated, release the start button. *Not all cycles, settings or options are available with all models. ADDING LAUNDRY PRODUCTS IMPORTANT: Using non-HE detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component malfunction and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents should AUTO SENSING AND DEEP FILL ■ When you select Deep Fill-Auto, the washer will adjust the water level to the optimal amount for a High Efficiency wash of the detected load size. ■ Select Deep Fill - Med, High or Max to automatically add more water to your wash cycle. The washer has been designed and optimized to provide a thorough cleaning using less water to conserve energy and resources. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the items will settle in the basket. This is normal, and does not indicate that more items should be added. be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. ■ It is recommended to use Bulky Items cycle with Deep Fill - Max option for loads where maximum water level is desired. IMPORTANT: You will not see a full basket of water as with older, less efficient washing machines. It is normal for some of ADDING HE DETERGENT TO BASKET Add a measured amount of HE detergent or single- ■ Expect longer cycle times due to extended fill duration when using the load to be above the water line. the Deep Fill options besides Auto. dose laundry packets into the basket. If using oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes. For detailed installation instruction and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner's Manual included with your machine. NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of laundry products to use. ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ADDING LIQUID CHLORINE BLEACH Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (236 mL). Do not use color-safe bleach or oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach. ADDING LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER TO DISPENSER Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into dispenser; always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of fabric softener based on your load size. Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See Max Fill line arrows. NOTE: When using fabric softener, always use the Soil & Rinse knob to select a setting with '+Extra Rinse.' This will ensure that no fabric softener remains on clothing after the cycle is finished. For information on any of the following items, a full cycle guide, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and installation, please visit https://www.maytag.com/owners or in Canada https://www.maytag.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call. Register Product Schedule Service How To's & FAQ Manuals & Downloads Add Service Plan Parts Accessories Model & Serial Number Tag location To speak with a customer service representative or if you have additional questions, call us toll free at 1-800-344-1274 or in Canada call 1-800-807-6777. You can write with any questions or concerns at: United States: Maytag Brand Appliances Customer eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692 Canada: Maytag Brand Appliances Customer eXperience Centre 200-6750 Century Ave. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. W11436568C