Maytag MVWB980BG - Manuel (Page 8)

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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.
† Sanitary with Oxi and Steam
Sanitary with Oxi and Steam cycle certified by NSF International, an independent, third party testing and certification organization.
The certification verified that the cycle reduced 99.9% of bacteria typically found in clothing, bedding, and towels. There is no
carry over of bacteria between loads after the cycle is complete. Only the Sanitary with Oxi and Steam cycle has been designed
to meet the requirements of NSF Protocol P172 for Sanitizing Effectiveness.
Model: MVWB 980 B**
Items to Wash: Cycle:
Wash*
Temp:
Spin
Speed :
Soil
Level:
Available
Options: Cycle Details:
Cottons and
linens exposed
to possible
allergens
Allergen Hot Max Extract ™
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Clean Boost
Extra Rinse
Fabric Softener
Oxi Treat Stains
This cycle uses more water to flush out
allergens, such as dust mites or pet dander,
from normally soiled garments. This cycle
removes more than 95% of allergens.
Heavily soiled,
colorfast fabrics
Sanitary
with Oxi
and Steam †
Hot 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 eliminate 99.9%
of bacteria when used in conjunction with
the Clean Boost with Heater option. Preset
cycle setting must be used to achieve
the proper sanitization. Be sure to add an
Oxi product to the Liquid Chlorine Bleach
dispenser.
Swimsuits,
garments that
need rinsing
only
Rinse/ Drain
& Spin
Max Extract ™
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Rinse Use Rinse/ Drain & Spin with the Extra
Rinse option turned on to get a deep rinse
followed by a high-speed spin. The time
display will include an estimate of how long
it will take to fill and drain the washer.
Wet load
of garments
Rinse /Drain
& Spin
Use Rinse /Drain & Spin to remove excess
water from the load by choosing Rinse /
Drain & Spin and turning off Extra Rinse.
This cycle may help shorten drying times
for some heavy fabrics or special-care
garments. Spin speed can be set to a lower
setting.
Rinse /Drain & Spin may also be used for
draining the washer after canceling a cycle
or completing a cycle after a power failure.
Heavily soiled
fabrics
Soak Warm
Cool
Cold
Eco Cold
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Adjust the Soil Level to change soak time
according to your needs. After the selected
soak period has ended, the washer will drain
but does not spin the load. After draining,
the washer will pause until a wash cycle is
selected, to complete the cleaning process.
NOTE: Automatic bleach dispensing is not
part of the soak cycle.
No garments
in washer
Clean
Washer
with
affresh ®
Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep the
inside of your washer fresh and clean. This
cycle uses a higher water level. Use with
affresh ® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid
chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the
inside of your washer. This cycle should not
be interrupted. See “Washer Care.”
IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or
other items in the washer during the Clean
Washer with affresh ® cycle. Use this cycle
with an empty wash tub.