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TABLEOF CONTENTS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Future Reference ..... Inside Front Cover
Congratulations on your choice of a Maytag
Safety Instructions .......................... 1
washer! Your satisfactionis very important to us.
Theinformation in this USER'SGUIDEwill help
you understandhow your washer operates.
Additional information is found in the MAYTAG
Using the Washer ........................ 2-3
Operating Instructions
SelectWater Level..................... 4
LAUNDERINGGUIDE on proper washing and
SelectWater Temperature........... 4
drying techniques.By following theseinstructions
carefully,you will be able to achieve excellent
resultswith your washer.
SelectWash Cycle .................... 5
SelectSoak Cycle.................. 5-6
Start the Washer ....................... 6
Indicator Lights.......................... 6
Care of the Washer ........................ 6
Storing the Washer ......................... 6
Cycle Descriptions ........................... 7
Water Usage ................................... 7
Before You Call for Service ............ 8
Warranty ......................................... 9
Consumer Publications ................... 9
Should you have any questionsabout using your
Maytag washer, contact us. Pleasehave the
model and serial numbersavailable.
MAYTAG
CONSUMER EDUCATION
ONE DEPENDABILITY
SQUARE
NEWTON, IOWA 50208
(515) 791-8911
(Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm CST)
NOTE: For service and warranty information see
pages 8-9.
Forfuture referencewe suggestyou retainIbis
manual. Recordthe model numberand serial
number of this washer in the spaces provided. (If
the washer changes ownership, be sure this
manual accompanies the washer.)
This information can be found on the data plate
located on top of the control panel cover.
Model
Serial No.
WARNING - Check with installer to make
sure appliance has been grounded to
avoid possible electrical shock. Be sure
you read the following IMPORTANT
PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
you start to use this washer.
USING THE WASHER
Bleach
When using liquidchlorinebleach,carefully
measuretheamountof bleach recommendedon
the bottle label. General recommendationsare
1/8 cup for each 2 gallonsof washwater.
Amount of wash water in: EX.SMALL- 10
gallons(8 Imperialgallons;38 liters);SMALL12 gallons(10 Imperialgallons; 45 liters);
MEDIUM- 14 gallons (12 Imperial gallons; 53
liters); LARGE- 17 gallons (14 Imperial gallons;
64 liters); EXTRALARGE- 19 gallons (16
Imperial gallons; 72 liters).
Add the recommendedamount of liquid chlorine
bleach to the dispenser before placing the clothes
in the washer tub. Properlydiluted bleach will be
added automatically to the wash water.
Becarefulwheneveryou useliquidchlorine
bleach.It isa powerfulchemicaland cancause
fabricdamage,suchas tearsor colorloss,if not
usedproperly.Do notpourdirecllyon fabrics.
Wipe up spillswith a papertowel.
Oxygenor all-fabricbleachmay be added with
the detergent.Followthe instructionson the
package. If usedimproperly, fabric damage may
occur, suchas color loss.Do nat put granular
bleach or detergentin bleach dispenser.
Detergent
Useeither liquid or granular laundry detergent.
Add measuredamount of detergentto washtub
before loading.
Readthe manufacturer'sinstructionsand use the
correct amount. Most instructionsare for washing
an "average" load. If the size of the load is extra
large, the degree of soil is heavier than average
and the water is harder than 6 grains per gallon,
more detergent should be used.
Wipe up any spillsof liquid laundry detergent on
the washer.
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Loading the Washer
Placedry, unfolded clothes loosely in the tub, up
to the top row of holesfor a maximum load. Do
not pack or wrap itemsaround the agitator. See
MAY'I'AGLAUNDERINGGUIDE for suggestions
on sorting. Be sureto empty all pockets, mend
any holes or tears and pretreat spots, stains and
heavily soiled areas.
Fabric Softener
When using rinse-addedfabric softener,add the
recommendedamountto thecup located in top of
theagitator.Thecup may be lifted outfor filling.
Add warm water to bring liquid levelto the
indicatedFILLLINEin thecup. Dilutedfabric
softenerwill automaticallybe added to the rinse.
(Alwaysdilutefabricsoftenerwith water.)
Do not interruptthe spinfollowingthe washcycle
becausethesoftenerwill go intothewashtubat
thewrong time.
Thearea in and around thedispensercup should
be flushedand cleanedwithhotwater and a soft
brushperiodically.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
(Features may vary c
Select
Water
Level
Select
Wash/Rinse
Water
Turnthe selectorknobto the settingthat matches
Temperature
the size of the load.
The pre-setselectorknob (noton all models)can
Turnthe selectorknobto the water temperature
desired.
be set to five distinct settings- EX.SMALL,
SMALL,MEDIUM, LARGEor EX.LARGE.
Theinfinite selectorknob (noton all models)can
HOT/COLD - Wash water will be the
temperature of the water coming from the hot
water faucet. Rinsewater will be cold. Usethis
be movedto each water level or any point in
between,
settingfor heavily soiled whites and colorfast
items.
If more water is needed once the fill is complete,
move the knob to Reset,then to the desired
setting,
For best washing results,clothes mustcirculate
freely. If too little water is used,poor cleaning,
linting and excessivewear may result.Usethe
following as a guide to selectthe proper water
WARM/WARM - Wash water will be a mixture
of water coming from the hot and cold water
faucets. Rinsewater will be the same,except
when the permanent presscycle is selected;then
it will automatically be cold. Use this setting for
delicates and for colored itemswhen a warm
rinse following the wash is preferred.
level:
Ex. Small- 1/4 full of clothes,
Small- 1/4 to 1/3 full of clothes,
WARM/COLD - Wash water will be a mixtureof
water coming from the hot and cold water
faucets. Rinsewater will be cold. Use this for
Medium - 1/3 to 1/2 full of clothes,
itemswith moderate soil level and colored items.
Large- 1/2 to 3/4 full of clothes.
COLD/COLD - Wash and rinse water will be the
Ex. Large- 3/4 to full of clothes,
temperature of the water coming from the cold
water faucet. Use this setting to minimize fading
of brightly colored itemsand shrinkage of
washable woolens.NOTE: Water below65°F is
NOTE: When launderingpermanentpressitems
or itemsof delicatecanslrucfion,
washablewoolensor looselyknit items,
neveruselessthanthe MEDIUMsetting,
Thiswill minimizeshrinkage,wrinkling
and pullingof seams.
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toocold to dissolveand activategranular laundry
detergents.
:cording to model.)
Select Cycle and Time
Pushin the cycle controlknob and turnclockwise
to the proper cycle and washtime.
Washing:
TheHEAVYcycleisdesignedto wash very soiled
loads,the NORMALcycleisfor averagesoiled
loadsand the LIGHTcycleshouldbe selectedfor
slightlysoiledloads,
For REGULAR
FABRICloads, turn the contro(knob
to 12 minutesfor a HEAVYcycle; to 8 minutesfor
a NORMAL cycle; and to 5 minutesfor a LIGHT
cycle.
The SUPERWASH
cycle (noton all models)
providesadditiona(washtimefor regular fabric
loads. Itwill add approximately6-8 minutesof
agitationto the cycle. Toselect,turnthe control
knob to SUPERWASH.
For PERMANENT
PRESSloads, turn the control
knobto 10 minutesfor a HEAVYcycle; to 7
minutesfor a NORMAL cycle; and to 5 minutes
for a LIGHTcycle. Due to theextra coal down
rinsewhich minimizeswrinkling, thiscycle can
alsobe usedfar non-permanent
pressitemswhen
additionalrinsing isneeded,
ForDEUCATES,
washablewoolensor "handwashable" items,turn the control knob to 8
minutesfor a NORMAL cycle; and to 5 minutes
for a LIGHTcycle,
The QUICKCYCLEreducesthe cycle time by using
a 6 minutewash and a shorter firstspin and
rinse. Totalcyc(etime is approximate(y 16
minutesplus fill times.To select, turn the control
knob to start. (Recommendedfor lightly soiled
items).
NOTE: Thewasher isautomaticallyprogrammed
to assureproperagitationand spinning
for eachload type. REGULAR
FABRIC
cyclesand the QUICKCYCLEwill provide
o fastwash/spinspeed.PERMANENT
PRESS
will havea fastwash/spin speed
alongwith a cool-downrinse.DEUCATE
cycleswill have a gentlewashand slow
final spinspeed.
Presoaking:
TheAUTOMATICPRESOAKcycle (noton all
models)movesFromthe presoakinto the
"HEAVY" regular fabricscycle automatically.
Sincethe presoakand thewash are done in one
tubof water, it saveswater and energy.A hot
water presoak is recommendedfor heavily soiled
items.A warm or cold water presoak is
recommendedfor proteinstains(blood,grass,
etc.).
Tousethe AUTOMATICPRESOAK
cycleturnthe
controlknobto PRESOAK.Thewasher wi(( soak
for approximately 10 minutes(thisincludes
periodsof agitation)thenmovedirectlyinto 12
minutesof wash withoutdrainingand refil)ing.
When using the Presoakcycle, use up to 50%
more than the usual amount of detergent or use a
presoak product suchas Axion or Biz* in
addition to the regular amountof detergent,if
you choose to use bleach, it can also be added
at this time.
*Brand
names
arethetrademarks
oftherespective
manufacturers.
• . . more
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TheSOAKONLYcycle (noton all models)is used
to soak heavily soiled or stained itemsfor as long
CARE
as desired. Thewasher does not advance
automatically into a wash cycle,
• Turnoff the water faucetsafter finishing the
day's washing. This will shut off the water
Tousethe SOAKcycleturn the controlknobto
start. Thewasherwill fill, agitate for
approximately 3 minutesand soak until the
control knob is advanced into a wash cycle or
spin and drain. Generally, soak periods up to 30
supply to the washer and prevent the unlikely
possibilityof damage from escapingwater.
• Clean the control panel with a soft damp cloth
and glass cleaner. Do not use any abrasive
powders or cleaning pads.
minutesare sufficient for most loads. If following
the soakwith a regular wash, use up to 50%
more than the usualamount of detergent.
• Clean the cabinet with soap and water
followed with an appliance wax, if desired.
• The SELF-CLEAN
LINTFILTER
is located under
Start the Washer
Pullout the cycle control knob to startthe washer,
It will fill to the selectedwater level with the
selectedwash water temperature.After filling, it
will agitate for the selectednumberof minutes.
Thewasherwill pausebrieflythroughouteach
cycle.Thesepausesare normal.
Thiswasher is designedsothat it will notagitate
or spin when the lid is open. It will, however,fill
with thelid open sowater is avai(able for
pretreatingstainsor dilutingfabric softener.
OF
THE
WASHER
the agitator on the bottom of the washtub. The
lint filter in this washer cleans itself. During the
wash and rinse portion of the cycle, lint is
collected on the filter. Thefilter is then flushed
automatically during the spin and drain.
STORING THE WASHER
Shouldthe lid be opened during a cycle, the
Washerscan be damaged if water is not
removedfrom hosesand internalcomponents
beforestorage. Preparethewasher for storageas
follows:
washer will stop; when the lid is closed and the
control knob is pulled out, the washer will resume
itscycle at the point it was interrupted.
• Selectthe NORMAL cycle on Regular Fabrics
and add one cup of bleach or white vinegar to
a full load of warm or hot water without
NOTE: If an unbalanced load occurs during the
spin, the washer will automatically stop.
If this happens, push in the control knob,
open the lid, redistributethe load, close
the lid and pull out the control knob.
clothes.Runthe washer through a complete
cycle.
• Turn the water faucetsoff and disconnect the
inlet hoses.
Indicator Lights
(Lights will vary according to model)
The ON light stayslit throughoutthe entire cycle
indicatingthe washeris operating. TheSOAK
light ison during a soakcycle- soak onlyor
automatic presoak. TheSUPERWASHlight is
on until the timer advancesinto the Regular
Fabrics HEAVYcycle.
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• Advance the cycle control knob to the final spin
of Regular Fabricsand lower the drain hoseto
drain any water that may be in the drain hose.
• Disconnectthewasherfrom the electricalsupply
and leave the washer lid open to let air
circulateinsidethetub_
CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS
REGULAR FABRICS*
Fill
PERMANENT PRESS*
Fill
DELICATES*
Fill
WASH
SPIN& DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE
SPIN & DRAIN
Fill
DEEPRINSE& AGITATE
SPIN & DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE**
WASH
SPiN & PARTIALDRAIN
Fill with cold water
AGITATE
SPIN & DRAIN
Fill with cold water
DEEPRINSE& AGITATE
SPIN & DRAIN
WASH (Gentle Agitation)
SPIN & DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE
SPIN & DRAIN
Fill
DEEPRINSE& AGITATE
SPIN & DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE**
FINAL SPIN
SPRAYRINSE**
FINALSPIN
FINALSPIN (Slow)
Special Cycles (not on all models)
SUPER WASH
Fill
EXTENDEDWASH
SPIN & DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE
SPIN & DRAIN
Fill
QUICK CYCLE
Fill
WASH
SPIN & DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE
SPIN & DRAIN
Fill
PRESOAK
Fill
AGITATE
SOAK
AGITATE
SOAK
Timer advances
DEEPRINSE& AGITATE
SPIN & DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE**
FINALSPIN
DEEPRINSE& AGITATE
SPIN & DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE**
FINALSPIN
to regular fabrics
HEAVYcycle
SOAK ONLY
Fill
AGITATE
SOAK (infinite)
*The cycle sequenceis the same for HEAVY, NORMAL and LIGHT; however, the total cycle time will vary.
**Under certain conditions this spray rinsemay not occur.
NOTE: Thewasherwill pausebrieflythroughouteachcycle.Thesepausesare normal.
TOTAL WATER USAGE
RegularCycle
PermanentPressCycle
EXTRASMALL........................................... Approx. 24 gallons ..............................................................
Approx. 30 gallons
{20 Imperial gallons; 91 liters)
(25 Imperial Gallons; 114 liters)
SMALL..................................................... Approx. 28 gallons..............................................................
Approx. 36 gallons
(23 Imperial gallons; 106 liters)
(30 Imperial gallons; 136 liters)
MEDIUM .................................................. Approx. 32 gallons..............................................................
Approx. 42 gallons
(27 Imperial gallons; 121 liters)
(35 Imperial gallons; 159 liters)
LARGE.....................................................
Approx. 36 gallons..............................................................
Approx. 48 gallons
(30 Imperial gallons; 136 liters)
(40 Imperial gallons; 182 liters)
EXTRALARGE........................................... Approx. 40 gallons..............................................................
Approx. 54 gallons
(33 Imperial gallons; 151 liters)
(45 Imperial gallons; 204 liters)
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
Check these points if your
• Check
fuse
or reset circuit
breaker.
washer...
• Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull
knoboutto startthe washer. If equipped with
buttons,be surethey are fullydepressed.
Won't
fill
• Plugcord intoliveelectricaloutlet.
• Check fuseor resetcircuitbreaker.
• Turnthe controlknobto proper cycle and pull
knob out to start the washer. If equipped with
buttons,be sure they are fully depressed,
• Turnboth Faucetson fully.
• Straighten inlet hoses,
• Disconnecthosesand check hose filter screens.
Clean screens,if plugged,
Won't agitate
• Check fuseor resetcircuitbreaker.
• Turnthe control knobto proper cycle and puff
knob outto startthewasher.If equippedwith
buttons,be suretheyare fullydepressed.
• Close lid and pullknob outto startthe washer,
Foryour safety,washerwill notagitate or spin
unlessthe lid is closed.
• Thewasher is equipped with a lid switch failure
detector. In the eventthat the lid switch should
malfunction,the detector will stop operations
for your safely.Coil for service,
Won't spin or drain
• Check fuseor resetcircuitbreaker.
• Straightenhoses.Eliminatekinkedhoses.If
there isa drain restriction,call for service,
* Closelid and pull knoboutto startthe washer.
Foryour safety,washerwill notagitateor spin
unlessthe lid is closed.
• Off-balanced load. Redisfributethe load evenly,
close lid and pull knob out. Checkfor leveling.
Be sure water level is acceptable for load size.
• This may be a pause or soak period in the
cycle. Wait briefly and it may start.
• Thewasher is equipped with a lid switchfailure
detector. In the eventthat the lid switch should
malfunction, the detector will stop operations
for your safety.Call for service.
Leaks water
• Make surehoseconnectionsare tight.
* Make sureend of drain hose is correctly
insertedin and securedto drain facility.
Is noisy
• Make surewasher is level and firm to the floor.
Fills with
water
the wrong
temperature
• Turnbothfaucetson fully.
• If equipped with a temperatureselectorknob,
be sureit issetdirectlyon a temperaturesetting
and not betweensettings.
• Close lid and pull knob out to startthe washer.
Foryour safety,washerwill notagitate or spin
unlessthe lid is closed,
• Make sure temperatureselectionis correct.
• Make sure hosesare connected to correct
faucetsand inletconnections.Besurewater
• Off-balancedload. Redistribute
the load evenly,
closelid and pullknobout. Checkfor leveling,
Besurewater level isacceptablefor load size.
• Sudslock - causedby too muchsuds.Rewash
without detergent. Use correct amount of a lowsudsingdetergent,
supplyisregulatedcorrectly.Flushwater line
beforefilling washer.
• Check thewater heater.It shouldbe setto
delivera minimum120°F (49°C) hotwater at
the tap. Also check water heater capacity and
recovery rate.
• The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure
detector. In the eventthat the lid switch should
* Hose filter screensplugged. Disconnecthoses
and clean screens.
malfunction,the detector will stop operations
for your safety. Call for service.
Stops
• Plugcord intoliveelectricaloutlet.
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NOTE: Forfurther assistancecontactyour
Maytag dealer or call Maytag Customer
Service:
U.S.
Canada
1-800-688-9900
1-800-688-2002
I
AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY
Full One Year Warranty
Forone (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home usewill be repaired or
replaced free of charge.
Umited Parts Warranty
After the first year from the date of original retail purchase, through the time periods listed below, the designated parts which
fail in normal homeuse will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs,
including labor.
Second Year--All parts.
Third through Fifth Year The drive motor. All parts of the solid statecontrols (if so equipped).
Third through Tenth Year--All parts of the transmissionassembly.
Additional Limited Warranty Against Rust
Should an exteriorcabinet, including the top, _id,and baseframe,rustduring the five year period starting from the date of
original retail purchase, repair or replacementwill be made free of charge during the first year. After the first and through the
fifth year, repair or replacementwill be made free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs,
including labor.
Thisfull warranty and the limited warranties apply when the appliance is located in the United Statesor Canada. Appliances
located elsewhereare covered by the limited warranties only, which include partswhich fall during the first year.
To Receive Warranty Service
First:.
To locate an authorized servicecompany in your area, contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was
purchased or carlMaytag CustomerService:
US
1-800-688-9900
CANADA
1-800-688-2002
or checkin yourtelephoned_rectoryyellowpages.
Second:
Should you not receivesatisfactorywarranty service from the dealer or authorized servicefirm, or need further
assistance,carl or write:
Maytag CustomerService
P.O. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37311
US
1-800688-9900
CANADA
1-800-688-2002
When contacting Customer Service be sure to provide the model and serial numberof your appliance, the name and
addressof the dealer from whom you purchasedthe appliance and the date of purchase.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from stateto state.
Shoddyou stillhavea problem,write to: Ma or Appliance
Consumer
ActionPanel,20 NorthWackerDrive,Chicago,Illinois60606. MACAP
isan industrysponsoredbutindependent
groupof consumer
expertswho receiveandact on campaintsfromapplianceowners.
NOTE: Whenwritingaboutan unsolvedserviceproblem,pleaseincludethefollowinginformation:
Yourname,address,and telephonenumber;
I_I Modelnumberandserialnumber(foundon controlpanelcover)ofyourappliance;
i!
A cleardescriptionof theproblemyouare having;
Nameand address
Waterhardness,
detergent
of yourdealeranddatetheappliancewasbought;
brandand amount,watertemperature
and cycleused.
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