Maytag MVWC425BW Use & Care Guide - Page 16

TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Solution Fabric Damage Sharp items were in pockets during wash cycle. Strings and straps could have tangled. Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before washing to avoid snags and tears. Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load. Items may have been damaged before washing. Fabric damage can occur if washer is tightly packed. Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing. Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Load with dry items only. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Liquid chlorine bleach may have been added incorrectly. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is started. Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up 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. 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. Odors Monthly maintenance not done as recommended. Using wrong or too much detergent. Run the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle monthly. See "Washer Care" in Washer Maintenance. Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete. Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always follow the manufacturer's directions. See "Washer Care" section. Lid locked light is flashing Single-dose laundry packet not dissolving The lid is not closed. A cycle was stopped or paused using the Start/Pause/Unlock button. Adding laundry packet incorrectly. Close the lid. The washer will not start or fill with the lid open. The washer may still be spinning. The lid will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. This may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. Be sure laundry packet is added to washer basket before adding clothes. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to avoid damage to your garments. 16