Maytag MVWX600BW - Manuel (Page 10)

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WASHER MAINTENANCE
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk
of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses
if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement
on the label with a permanent marker.
NOTE: This washer does not include inlet hoses.
See the Installation Instructions for more information.
WATER INLET HOSES
WASHER CARE
Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean
and Performing at its Best
1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow
the HE detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding
the amount of HE detergent to use. Never use more than
the recommended amount because that may increase the
rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside
your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.
2. Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes
(not exclusively cold water washes), because they do a
better job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent
accumulate.
3. Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help
dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing
residue.
Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer
Read these instructions completely before beginning the
routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer
Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum,
once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs
sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may
otherwise accumulate in your washer.
Cleaning the Inside of the Washer
To keep your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions
provided above, and use this recommended monthly cleaning
procedure:
Clean Washer Cycle
This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes
in combination with affresh ® Washer Cleaner or liquid chlorine
bleach to clean the inside of the washer.
Begin procedure
1. affresh
® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure
(Recommended for Best Performance):
a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.
b. Place an affresh ® Washer Cleaner tablet in the bottom
of the washer basket.
c. Do not place an affresh ® Washer Cleaner tablet in the
detergent dispenser.
d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer
when following this procedure.
e. Close the washer lid.
f. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.
g. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to begin the cycle.
The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must
be interrupted, press POWER/CANCEL. (For models with
no Power/Cancel button, press and hold START/Pause/
Unlock for three seconds). After the Clean Washer cycle
has stopped, run a RINSE & SPIN cycle to rinse cleaner
from washer.
WASHER CARE (cont.)
2. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative):
a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.
b. Add 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach
compartment.
NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is
recommended above could cause washer damage
over time.
c. Close the washer lid.
d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer
when following this procedure.
e. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.
f. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to begin the cycle.
The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must
be interrupted, press POWER/CANCEL. (For models with
no Power/Cancel button, press and hold START/Pause/
Unlock for three seconds). After the Clean Washer cycle
has stopped, run a RINSE & SPIN cycle to rinse cleaner
from washer.
Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:
1. This cycle will fill to a water level higher than in normal wash
cycles to provide rinsing at a level above the water line for
normal wash cycle.
2. During this cycle, there will be some agitation and spinning
to increase the removal of soils.
After this cycle is complete, leave the lid open to allow
for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior.
Cleaning the Dispensers
After a period of using your washer, you may find some residue
buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove residue from
the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth and towel dry.
Do not attempt to remove the dispensers or trim for cleaning.
The dispensers and trim are not removable. If your model has
a dispenser drawer, however, remove the drawer and clean
it before or after you run the Clean Washer cycle. Use an
all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
Cleaning the Outside of the Washer
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills.
Use only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external washer
surfaces.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s finish, do not use
abrasive products.