Maytag MVWB700VQ Use and Care Guide - Page 18

power cancel start pause | lid lock POWER/CANCEL Press POWER/CANCEl_ to turn the washer on or off. START/PAUSE Press START/PAUSE to start your washer after a cycle has been selected. Be sure all desired Modifiers and Options have been selected. Press START/PAUSE once to unlock the lid and add a garment. Press START/PAUSE to complete the cycle from where it was stopped. The lid must be closed for the washer to start. Press POWER/CANCEl. to stop the wash cycle. The washer will then drain and turn off. Lid Lock When the Lid Lock status light glows, the washer lid is locked. The lid must be closed for the washer to Start. NOTE: YOu must wait until the I.id I.ock I.ight turns off before the lid can be opened. Your new washer may make sounds your old one didn't. Because the sounds might be unfamiliar, you may be concerned about them. These sounds are normal. During washing YOu will hear spin/spray noise throughout the cycle. During drain [f water is drained quickly from your washer (depending on your installation), air being pulled through the pump during the end of draining. you may hear During wash and spin This washer does not have a transmission. The motor provides direct drive for agitation and spin. You will hear sounds that are different from those of a conventional washer. LAUNDRY TiPS Preparing dothes for washing Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of your garments. Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package for this type of detergent will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." This 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, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use. Remember, concentrated detergents such as 2x or higher will use less detergent based on load size. U_e only "HE" High Efficiency detergent. [] Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments. [] Empty pockets and turn them inside out. [] Turn down cuffs; brush away lint and dirt. [] Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling. [] Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle. [] Mend tears, loose hems, and seams. [] Treat spots and stains. [] Stained or wet garments should be washed promptly for best results. [] Turn wool and knits inside out before washing. Sorting [] Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if they would be washed together. Separate lint-givers (towels, chenille) from lint-takers synthetics, permanent press). When possible, turn lint-givers inside out. normally (corduroy, [] Separate dark colors from light colors, colorfast items from nonco[orfast items. [] Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy cottons, knits, delicate items). [] Separate bulky, nonabsorbent items such as comforters, pillows, and poly-filled jackets. Use the Bulky cycle for these items. [] Separate sheets, pillowcases, and light blankets or throws and use the Sheets cycle for these items. For best performance, drop items in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall and do not load items directly on the impeller for this cycle. When washing waterproof/water-resistant items such as plastic lined mattress pads, shower curtains, tarps, jackets, or sleeping bags, select the lowest spin speed setting available for the cycle and washer model being used. Unloading [] Remove clothes from washer after the cycle is completed. Metal objects snaps, and buckles may rust if [eft in the washer basket for a long time. such as zippers, 18 l.l.l.ll.l.l.l.ll.l.l.l.ll.l.l.ll.l.l