Maytag MVWB980BG - Manuel (Page 7)

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CYCLE GUIDE
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load
being washed. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.
* Wash temperatures vary according to the chosen cycle setting. All cycle settings use a cold rinse temperature.
Items to Wash: Cycle:
Wash*
Temp:
Spin
Speed :
Soil
Level:
Available
Options: Cycle Details:
Towels
and terrycloth
garments,
lightly soiled,
colored clothing
Colors/
Towels
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Eco-Cold
Max Extract ™
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Clean Boost
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Oxi Treat Stains
This cycle is also a good choice for
garments with a wrinkle-free finish. This
cycle uses medium-speed wash action
and medium-speed spin.
Performance and
athletic wear
Active Wear Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Eco-Cold
Max Extract ™
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Clean Boost
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Oxi Treat Stains
This cycle uses extra water for wash
and an Extra Rinse for thorough
cleaning. Oxi dispense is defaulted
on this cycle, but may be deselected
if not needed.
Lightly soiled
garments
Rapid
Wash
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Eco-Cold
Max Extract ™
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Clean Boost
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Oxi Treat Stains
Use this cycle to wash small, lightly soiled
loads that are needed in a hurry. This
short cycle combines high-speed wash
action and high-speed spin for the optimal
cleaning and shortened dry times.
Machine-wash
silks, hand-wash
fabrics and wool
Delicate
(Handwash)
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Eco Cold
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Clean Boost
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Oxi Treat Stains
This cycle combines low-speed wash and
low-speed spin action to clean garments
labeled as “Machine Washable” on the
garment care label.
Large items such
as sleeping bags,
blankets, small
comforters, and
jackets
Bulky Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Eco-Cold
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Clean Boost
Extra Rinse
Fabric Softener
Oxi Treat Stains
This cycle starts with a soak to thoroughly
saturate your large load. This is followed
by medium wash action and medium spin
speeds to maintain load balance.
IMPORTANT: When washing waterproof/
water-resistant items such as plastic
lined mattress pads, shower curtains,
tarps, jackets, or sleeping bags, select
the lowest spin speed setting available for
the cycle and washer model being used.
Sturdy fabrics,
colorfast
garments
Heavy Duty Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Eco-Cold
Max Extract ™
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Clean Boost
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Oxi Treat Stains
Use this cycle for heavily soiled or
sturdy cotton garments. Cycle combines
high-speed wash action and high-speed
spin.
Heavily soiled
fabrics
Power
Wash
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Eco Cold
Max Extract ™
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Clean Boost
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Oxi Treat Stains
Use this cycle for extremely soiled
garments and household items that
need additional cleaning power. This
cycle combines high-speed wash action,
medium-speed spin, and a deep rinse
to flush excess dirt from the load.
Heavily soiled
white fabrics
Whites Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Eco Cold
Max Extract ™
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Clean Boost
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Oxi Treat Stains
This cycle introduces liquid chlorine
bleach to the load at the proper time
for improved whitening of your heavily
soiled white fabrics. This cycle combines
high-speed wash action and high-speed
spin speed. For maximum soil and stain
removal, use the liquid chlorine bleach
dispenser for liquid chlorine bleach, color-
safe bleach, or Oxi product laundry boost-
ers. This cycle can also be used for sturdy
color fabrics, such as towels without liquid
chlorine bleach.