Oversized Capacity Plus Washer MAV-4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome..................... Inside Cover Safety Instructions ....................... 1 Controls At A Glance ................ 2-3 Operating Tips ........................... 4-5 30 Day Detergent Dispenser .... 6-7 Care and Cleaning ........................ 7 Storing the Washer ...................... 7 Before You Call .......................... 8-9 Warranty ........................
Models: MAV6000 • MAV6057 • MAV7000 Welcome Welcome and congratulations on your purchase of a Maytag clothes washer. Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. 2) IMPORTANT: Keep this guide and the sales receipt in a safe place for future reference. Proof of original purchase date is needed for warranty service. Please attach your sales receipt here. Read this guide for best results. It contains instructions to acquaint you with proper operating and maintenance procedures.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING — To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, property damage or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: been used for such a period, before using a washing machine or combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time. 1.
Controls At A Glance Step 1 Select Cycle NOTE: HEAVY and NORMAL settings on all cycles will change agitation speeds during the wash time. You may hear this change in speed. This is normal. Press the control dial in and turn clockwise to the desired cycle. Pull the dial out to start the washer. WHITES is designed to clean underwear, T-shirts and other cotton sturdy items like towels, sheets, jeans etc. HEAVY: 21 minutes of wash time. NORMAL: 15 minutes of wash time. LIGHT: 9 minutes of wash time.
Step 3 Select Water Temperature Press the appropriate button to select the wash and rinse temperatures. Follow the garment care label for best results. Use the chart at the right as a guide. LOAD TYPE White and heavily soiled, color-fast items Delicate or colorfast items REMEMBER: In wash water temperatures below 65º F, detergents do not dissolve well or clean well. Care labels define cold water as up to 85º F.
Operating Tips Chlorine Bleach Dispenser Fabric Softener Dispenser The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches your wash load. To use, follow these steps: This dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle. To use, follow these steps: 1. Measure liquid chlorine bleach carefully, following the instructions on the bottle. 1. Pour liquid fabric softener into the dispenser using the amount recommended on the package. 2.
For detailed information on sorting, pretreating stains, etc., see the enclosed Laundry Tips pamphlet. Detergent Loading • Use either liquid or granular laundry detergent. For best results, be sure detergent is added to the washer BEFORE the load and be sure wash water is above 65º F. • Put dry, unfolded clothes loosely in the tub, up to the top row of holes for a maximum load. • Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agitator.
Using the 30 Day Detergent Dispenser (select models) Filling Dispenser 1) Unscrew the dispenser fill cap (figure 1). 2) Pour in your favorite liquid detergent, up to 100 fluid ounces at one time. 3) Replace the dispenser fill cap. 4) Close the washer lid. 5) Open the washer lid. 6) Move the slide indicator all the way to the top (figure 1). Next, follow steps 7 and 8 to set the amount of detergent used for the average load.
To Remove the Dispenser for Cleaning 1) Support the bottom of the dispenser with one hand. Use a quarter and turn four slotted screws counter clockwise 1/4 turn (figure 1). 2) Pull the dispenser out from the bottom of the lid. 3) Remove fill cap. 4) Fill with water about half way. Move the dispenser from side to side to wash out detergent. 5) With the dispenser over a large sink or bath tub, turn it upside down to empty the water/detergent out of the dispenser fill area.
Before You Call For problem laundry solutions (i.e. fabric damage, residue, tangling) and special laundry care procedures, see the enclosed Laundry Tips pamphlet. Check these points if your washer... Always Check First Won’t Fill Won’t Agitate Won’t Spin or Drain • Plug cord into live electrical outlet. • Check fuse or reset circuit breaker. • Turn the control dial to proper cycle and pull dial out to start the washer. If equipped with buttons, be sure they are fully depressed.
Check these points if your washer... Stops Leaks Water Is Noisy Fills with the Wrong Temperature Water • Turn the control dial to proper cycle and pull dial out to start the washer. If equipped with buttons, be sure they are fully depressed. • Close lid and pull dial out to start the washer. For your safety, washer will not agitate or spin unless lid is closed. • This may be a pause or soak period in the cycle. Wait briefly and it may start. • The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure detector.
Maytag Washer Warranty Full One Year Warranty For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge. Limited Warranty After the first year from date of original retail purchase, through the time periods listed below, the parts designated below which fail in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor, mileage and transportation.
