Maytag MVWB850YG - Manuel (Page 6)

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CYCLE GUIDE
Items to wash: Cycle: Wash*
Temp:
Spin
Speed:
Soil
Level:
Available
Options:
Cycle Details:
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.
Cottons,
linens, and
mixed garment
loads
Normal Max Extract
Medium
No Spin
Use this cycle for normally soiled
cottons and mixed fabric loads. This
cycle combines high-speed wash
action and medium-speed spin.
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Normally
soiled sheets,
pillowcases,
light blankets,
or throws
Sheets Max Extract
Medium
Low
No Spin
The wash action of this cycle is
designed to keep large items from
tangling and balling up.
IMPORTANT: For best performance,
load garments in loose heaps evenly
around the washplate. Do not load
garments directly over the center of
the washplate.
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Extra Heavy
Heavy**
Medium
Light
Sturdy fabrics,
dark colors that
bleed or fade
Cold Wash Use this cycle for sturdy garments with
dark or bright colors that could bleed
or fade in a warmer wash cycle. This
cycle is a good choice for washing new
garments that may shrink or fade
in their first wash.
Cold Max Extract
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
* Wash temperatures vary according to the chosen cycle setting. All cycle settings use a cold rinse temperature.
** Not all models default to the same Soil Level setting. Some models will default to Medium on this cycle.
*** Not all models default to the same Soil Level setting. Some models will default to Heavy on this cycle.
Towels and
terrycloth items,
lightly soiled,
colored clothing
Colors/
Towels
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Max Extract
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
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.
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Lightly soiled
garments
Rapid
Wash
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Max Extract
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
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.
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Machine-wash
silks, hand-wash
fabrics, and wool
Delicate
(Handwash)
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Medium
Low
No Spin
This cycle combines low-speed wash
and low-speed spin action to clean
items labeled as “Machine Washable”
on the garment care label.
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
Large items
such as sleeping
bags, blankets,
small comforters,
and jackets
Bulky Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
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.
Extra Rinse
Fabric Softener
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Sturdy fabrics,
colorfast items
Heavy
Duty
Max Extract
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy***
Heavy
Medium
Light
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener
Use this cycle for heavily soiled or
sturdy cotton items. Cycle combines
high-speed wash action and high-speed
spin.
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Heavily soiled
fabrics
Power
Wash
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Max
Extract
Medium
Low
No Spin
Extra Heavy***
Heavy
Medium
Light
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.
Extra Rinse
Water Save
Spray Rinse
Fabric Softener