Maytag LAV3600AWW User Manual [en, fr, es]

LAV-3

Use & Care Guide

Table of Contents

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Detergent Loading Additional Tips

Using the Controls . . . . . . . 4-6

Select Load Size Extra Rinse Select Temperature Select Wash/Spin Speed Select Cycle Pull Control Dial Out to Start

Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Bleach Dispenser Fabric Softener Dispenser

Care & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Storing the Washer . . . . . . . . . 8

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . 9-10

Service & Warranty . . . . . . . . 11

Guide d’utilisation

et d’entretien . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Guía de uso y cuidado . . . . . 24

Safety

Installer: Please leave this manual with this appliance.

Consumer: Please read and keep this manual for future reference. Keep sales receipt and/or canceled check as proof of purchase.

Model Number _______________________________

Serial Number ________________________________

Date of Purchase______________________________

If you have questions, call: Maytag Customer Assistance

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U.S. Customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-8

In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our appliances, it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide.

For service information, see page 11.

00-688-2080.

What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when

alling, maint

inst Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or

manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD

result in severe personal injury or death.

aining or operating appliance.

WARNING

WARNING! FIRE HAZARD

Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

Do not wash articles which have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, oil, waxes, chemical solvents, alcohol, turpentine, or other flammable or explosive materials. These substances will be retained in articles, and articles which still contain these flammable or explosive substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

Observe these precautions when using cleaning fluids, spot or stain removers, etc. These products should be labeled “nonflammable.” Use according to manufacturers directions in a well ventilated area or outdoors. Thoroughly rinse articles by hand before placing them in the washer – rust removers for example – will damage components and the finish of the washer.

Keep area around and underneath washer free from the accumulation of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, gasoline, and all other flammable vapors and liquids.

ROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE!

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conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the washer, turn on all the hot water faucets and let the water flow from each faucet for several minute accumulated hydrogen gas. As this gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

Recent studies have shown that if vegetable oil contaminated materials are incompletely washed, a

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CAUTION

CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage.

Safety

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when using your washer, follow basic safety precautions, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. As with any equipment using electricity and having moving parts, there are potential hazards. To use this appliance safely, the operator should become familiar with the instructions for operation of the appliance and always exercise care when using it.

3. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

4. Install and level washer on a floor that can support the weight.

5. This appliance must be properly grounded. Never plug the appliance cord into a receptacle which is not grounded adequately and in accordance with local and national codes. See installation instructions for grounding this appliance.

6. To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion: a. Do not wash items that have been previously

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Hand wash and line dry any items containing these substances.

Any material on which you have used a cleaning solvent, or which is saturated with flammable liquids or solids, should not be placed in the washer until all traces of these liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed.

These items include acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers.

b. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or

other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

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accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

D. Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with

vegetable or cooking oil. These items may contain some oil after laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.

7. Do not reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving.

8. Do not allow children or pets to play on, in, or in front of the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used near children and pets.

9. Do not tamper with controls.

10. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

11. Unplug power supply cord before attempting to service your washer. Service is to be done only by qualified service personnel.

12. The agit removed, it must be replaced by pushing down completely and the locking screw tightened before the washer is operated.

13. Keep all laundry aids such as detergents, bleach, etc., out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. Use laundry aids only as directed by the manufacturer. Observe all warnings on container labels.

14. Keep the area around and underneath washer free from the accumulation of combustible materials, such as lint, paper, rags, gasoline, and all other flammable vapors and liquids.

15. Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids (such as vinegar or rust remover) in the s Hazardous fumes can form.

Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small

16. particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and c

17. For flame resistant finishes - follow garment manufacturer's instructions carefully. Improper laundering could remove the finish.

18. Before the appliance is removed from service or disc

19. Inlet hoses are subject to damage and deterioration over time. Check the hoses periodically for bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks and replace them every five years.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Operating Tips

Detergent

• Use either liquid or granular laundry detergent. For best results, be sure detergent is added to the washer BEFORE the load and be sure the wash water is above 65

• Use the correct amount of detergent for the load size, soil level and water conditions. Use more detergent if you have hard water and very soiled loads.

If you have soft water or a lightly soiled load, use less detergent. (See manufacturer’s instructions.)

• Wipe up any detergent spills on the washer.

Put dry, unfolded clothes loosely in the tub, up to the

• top row of holes for a maximum load.

• Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agitator.

• Mix large and small items for best circulation. Wash bulky items like blankets separately.

• When laundering wrinkle free items or items of delicate construction, washable woolens or loosely knit items, never use less than the MEDIUM water level setting. This will minimize shrinkage, wrinkling and pulling of seams.

• For be

• Close lid carefully to avoid slamming.

st results add the detergent to the washtub

before adding the load.

Additional tips

• If the washer stops during the spin, it may be due to an unevenly distributed load. If this happens, push in the control knob, open the lid, redistribute the load, close the lid and pull out the control knob. The spin

sume at the point it was interrupted.

will re

• If you open the lid during a cycle, the washer will stop. When the lid is closed and the control knob pulled out, the washer will continue the c point it was interrupted.

ycle at the

• The washer will pause briefly throughout each cycle. se pause

• This washer is designed so that it will not agitate or

spin when the lid is open. It will, however, fill with the lid open so water is available for pretreating stains or diluting fabric softener

s are normal.

Using the Controls

STEP 1

Select Load Size

Turn the Load Size knob to the setting that matches the size of the load.

If more water is needed once the fill is complete, turn the knob to

WATER LEVEL SETTING LOAD SIZE

Note

reset and then to the proper setting.

Mini 1/4 Full

Small 1/4 – 1/3 Full

Medium 1/3 – 1/2 Full

Large 1/2 – 3/4 Full

Super 3/4 – Full

• Items must circulate freely for best results.

STEP 2

Extra Rinse (if desired)

Provides an additional rinse near the end of the cycle to more completely remove laundry additives,

fumes, etc.

per

Using the Controls

STEP 3

Select Temperature

Turn the Wash/Rinse Temperature knob to the desired water temperatures. Follow the garment care label for best results. Use the chart below as a guide.

WASH/RINSE LOAD TYPE

TEMPS

Hot/Cold

Warm/Cold

Cold/Cold

White and heavily soiled, color-fast items

Moderately soiled, colored items; most permanent pre

Brightly colored, lightly soiled items; washable woolens

ss items

Note

• In wash water temperatures below 65°F, detergent labels define cold water as up to 85

s do not dissolve well or clean well. Care

STEP 4

Select Wash/Spin Speed

Your washer has selectable wash and spin speed combinations.

WASH/SPIN LOAD TYPE

SPEEDS

Regular Sturdy fabrics needing maximum

ast

ast/

Perm. Press Sturdy fabrics needing a slower spin

Fast/Slow speed because of wrinkling

Gentle

Slow/Slow

water extraction

ate fabrics needing slower spin

Delic speed because of clothing construction

Using the Controls

STEP 5

Select Cycle

To select a cycle, push the control dial IN and turn it to the right (clockwise) until the pointer is at the number of minutes desired for the wash load.

Regular Cycle

For regular fabrics, select the cycle time and turn the Wash/Spin Speed dial to Regular/Fast/Fast. For maximum cleaning set the dial at 16.

Note

• The spin speed will always be Fast on Regular cycle settings.

Permanent Press Cycle

This cycle provides up to 10 minutes of agitation. Depending on the load, select either the Regular/Fast/Fast or Perm. P

Gentle Cycle

The Gentle Cycle provides approximately 10 minutes of agitation and soaking to help remove stains.

ress/Fast/Slow wash spin speed.

ontrol features vary by model.

Note

• Do not attempt to turn the control dial counterclockwise. Damage to the timer will result.

Soak Only

There will be a brief period of agitation followed by a soak. Soaking should be no longer than 30 minutes. The control dial must be advanced manually to a spin or a wash setting.

STEP 6

Pull Control Dial Out to Start

You may stop the washer at any time by simply pushing the control dial IN. Therefore it is possible to

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Special Features

Bleach Dispenser

The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches your wash load. To use, follow these steps:

1. Measure liquid chlorine bleach carefully, following the instructions on the bottle.

2. Add the bleach to the dispenser before adding the load. Avoid splashing or over-filling the dispenser.

Note

• Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach

directly onto the load or into the wash tub. It is a powerful chemical and can cause fabric damage, such as tearing or color loss, if not used properly.

• If you prefer to use color-safe, non-chlorine

bleach, pour it into the wash tub with your detergent. Do not pour non-chlorine bleaches into the bleach dispenser.

Fabric Softener Dispenser

The dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle. To use, follow these steps:

1. Pour a measured amount of fabric softener into the dispenser to fill line only.

2. If fabric softener comes below line, add warm water.

Note

• Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This

will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.

• Never pour fabric softener directly on the load. It

will leave spots and stains.

• Use the dispenser for liquid fabric softeners only.

our liquid fabric softener into cup and

dilute with warm water.

Pour liquid chlorine bleach into

bleach dispenser.

Care & Cleaning

Turn off the water faucets after finishing the day’s washing. This will shut off the water supply to the washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water.

Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent, bleach or other spills as they occur.

Clean the following as recommended:

Control Panel – clean with a soft, damp cloth and

glass cleaner. Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads.

Cabinet – clean with soap and water followed with an

appliance wax, if desired.

Fabric Softener Dispenser

1. Pull the dispenser off of the top of the agitator.

2. Soak for one hour in sink or container in hot water and dishwashing liquid.

3. Hold hands over top and bottom of dispenser and shake to loosen buildup.

4. Rinse with clean, hot water.

5. Repeat process if necessary.

Lint Filter – it is self-

cleaning and requires no maintenance. The filter is located under the agitator on the bottom of the washtub. During the wash and rinse portion of the cycle, lint is collected on the filter. Then during the spin and drain the filter is cleaned automatically.

Interior – hard water deposits may be removed, if

needed, using a recommended cleaner labeled washer safe.

The interior of the washer should be cleaned periodically to remove dirt, soil, odor or bacteria residue that may remain in the washer as a result of washing clothe steps every 60 to 120 days to clean and freshen your washer interior. The frequency with which the washer should be cleaned and freshened depends on factors such as usage, the amount of dir being run through your washer, or the use of cold water.

s. We recommend taking the following

t, soil or bacteria

6. Replace dispenser on

ator.

agit

Do not use dishwashing liquid inside the washer. Oversudsing can occur.

Storing the Washer

Washers can be damaged if water is not removed from hoses and internal components before storage. Prepare the washer for storage as follows:

• Select Regular, eight minutes, and add one cup of chlorine bleach OR white vinegar to a full load of water without clothe complete c

Do not mix bleach and vinegar in the s

• Hazardous fumes can form.

ycle.

s. Run the washer through a

CAUTION

ame wash.

To clean and freshen the washer interior:

1. Add a measured amount of chlorine bleach to the bleach dispenser, following package directions.

2. Add 1/4 cup of detergent to the tub.

3. Run the washer through a complete cycle using hot water

4. Repeat the process if necessary.

• Turn the water faucets off and disconnect the inlet hoses.

• Advance the cycle control knob to Spin and lower the drain hose to eliminate any water that may be in the drain hose.

Disconnect the washer from the electric

• and leave the washer lid open to let air circulate inside the tub.

al supply

Troubleshooting

Won’t Fill

Won’t Agitate

Won’t Spin or Drain

• Plug cord into live electrical outlet.

• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.

• Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull knob out to start the washer.

• Turn both faucets on fully.

• Straighten inlet hoses.

• Disconnect hoses and clean screens. Hose filter screens may be plugged.

• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.

• Make sure the lid is completely closed.

• Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull knob out to start the washer.

• Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer. For your safety, washer will not agitate or spin unless the lid is closed.

• The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure detector. If the lid switch should malfunction, the detector will stop operations for your safety. Call for service.

• Unevenly distributed load. Redistribute the load, close the lid and pull knob out. Check for leveling. Be sure water level is acceptable for load size.

• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.

• Straighten drain hose service.

• Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer. For your safety, washer will not spin unless lid is closed.

• The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure detector. If the lid switch should malfunction, the detector will stop operations for your safety. Call for service.

• Suds lock – caused by too much suds. Rewash without detergent. Use correct amount of a low-sudsing detergent.

s. Eliminate kinked hose

s. If there is a drain restriction, c

all for

Load is Wet

Stops

• The washer may have sensed an unevenly distributed load. Redistribute the load in the tub, close the lid and pull the control knob out.

• A normal spin speed is recommended for heavy loads like jeans or towels.

Unevenly distributed load. Redistribute the load, close the lid and pull knob out.

• Check for leveling. Be sure water level is acceptable for load size.

• Plug cord into live electrical outlet.

• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.

• Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull knob out to start the washer.

• Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer. For your safety, washer will not agitate or spin unless lid is closed.

• This may be a pause or soak period in the cycle. Wait briefly and it may start. The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure detector. If the lid switch should

• malfunction, the detector will stop fill operations for your safety. Call for service.

Troubleshooting

Leaks Water

Is Noisy

Fills with the Wrong Temperature Water

• Make sure hose connections are tight.

• Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted and secured to drain facility.

• Avoid extended soaking – soak for 30 minutes or less.

• Avoid overloading.

• Be sure washer is leveled properly as outlined in installation manual.

• Weak floors can cause vibration and walking.

• Be sure rubber feet are installed on leveling legs.

• Operating sounds will vary depending on agitation speed.

• Turn both faucets on fully.

• If equipped with a temperature selector knob, be sure it is set directly on a temperature setting and not between settings.

• Make sure temperature selection is correct.

• Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets and inlet connections. Be sure water supply is regulated correctly. Flush water line before filling washer.

• Check the water heater. It should be set to deliver a minimum 120° F (49° C) hot water at the tap. Also check water heater capacity and recovery rate.

• Disconnect hoses and clean screens. Hose filter screens may be plugged.

For further assistance contact Maytag ServicesSM, Maytag Customer Assistance:

U.S. 1-800-688-9900 or Canada 1-800-688-2002.

U.S. Customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-8

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88-2

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