Maytag MVWB980BG Use & Care Guide - Page 18
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. In U.S.A. www.maytag.com/product_help - In Canada www.maytag.ca. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Odors Clean washer maintenance not done as Run the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle after every 30 washes. recommended. See "Washer Care" in "Washer Maintenance." Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always follow the detergent directions. See "Washer Care" section. Fabric Damage Sharp items were in pockets during wash cycle. Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before washing to avoid snags and tears. Strings and straps could have tangled. Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load. Items may have been damaged before Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing. washing. Fabric damage can occur if the load is Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. tightly packed. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate. Incorrect dispenser operation Single-dose laundry packet not dissolving Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started. Garment care instructions may not have been followed. Always read and follow garment manufacturer's care label instructions. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with the best cycle. Liquid chlorine bleach may have been Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up added incorrectly. bleach spills. Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than recommended by manufacturer. Do not place load items on top of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Do not overfill dispenser. Overfilling causes immediate dispensing. Always select FABRIC SOFTENER and/or OXI TREAT option to ensure proper dispensing. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. It is normal for small amounts of water to be remain in dispenser at the end of the cycle. Homes with low water pressure may result in residual powder in the dispenser. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on your load. Liquid chlorine bleach not used in Use liquid chlorine bleach only in the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser or Oxi Treat Stains option not dispenser. selected. You may only place Oxi products directly in the liquid chlorine bleach dispener. If using Oxi products, be sure to select OXI TREAT STAINS option. Do not use both liquid chlorine bleach and Oxi product in the same load. Adding laundry packet incorrectly Be sure laundry packet is added to washer basket before adding clothes. Do not add packet to dispenser. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to avoid damage to your garments. 18