Maytag FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER W10254495A - Manuel (Page 18)

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First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help
for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
If you experience Possible Causes Solution
Feet may not be in contact with the
floor and locked.
Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and washer
must be level to operate properly. Jam nuts must be tight
against the bottom of the cabinet.
Check floor for flexing or sagging. If flooring is uneven, a 3/4"
(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
See “Level the Washer” in Installation Instructions.
Load could be unbalanced
or too large.
Avoid tightly packing the load. Avoid washing single items.
Balance a single item such as a rug or jeans jacket with a
few extra items.
Use Bedding cycle for oversized, non-absorbent items
such as comforters or poly-filled jackets. Other items are
not appropriate for Bedding cycle. See “Cycle Guide”.
Item or load not suitable for selected cycle. See “Cycle Guide”
and “Using Your Washer” in this Use and Care Guide.
Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins
could fall between washer drum and tub or may block pump.
It may be necessary to call for service to remove items.
Fill hoses not attached tightly. Tighten fill-hose connection.
Are all four fill hose flat washers properly seated?
Drain hose connection. Check that the drain hose is properly secured to drainpipe or
laundry tub.
Check household plumbing for leaks
or clogged sink or drain.
Water can backup out of a clogged sink or drainpipe. Check
all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe,
water pipes, and faucets.)
Fill hose washers.
Noises
It is normal to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps,
buckles, or zippers touch against the stainless steel drum.
Objects caught in washer
drain system.
Clicking or metallic
noises
Gurgling or humming It is normal to hear the pump making a humming sound with
periodic gurgling or surging as final amounts of water are removed
during the spin/drain cycles.
Washer may be
draining water.
Water Leaks
Check the following for
proper installation:
Vibration, rocking, or
“walking”
Load not completely
covered in water.
Water level not visible on door or
does not cover clothes.
This is normal for an HE front load washer. The washer senses load
sizes and adds the correct amount of water for optimal cleaning.
Washer not performing as expected
Washer may not be level.
Vibration or Off-Balance
The door will lock unlock and lock again. You will hear three
clicks after pushing start. This is normal.
Door locking or unlocking.
Not using HE detergent or using too
much HE detergent.
Only use HE detergent. Suds from regular detergents can
cause leaking from the door or rear of cabinet. Always measure
detergent and follow manufacturer’s directions based on your
load requirements.
Water or suds leaking
from door or rear of
cabinet
Residue on door glass. Periodically clean the the underside of the glass window to
avoid potential leaks.
The shipping bolts are still in the
back of the washer.
See “Remove transport bolts from washer” in the
Installation Instructions.
Door opened during “Add A
Garment.”
Water can drip off the inside of the door when the door is
opened after the start of a cycle.
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