Maytag MAV-3 User Manual

10.1 Kg

MAV-3

Use & Care Guide

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions 1-2

Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Using the Controls

3 Speed Select Models . . . . . . . . . .5-6

Special Features . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

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

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Guide d’utilisation

et d’entretien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Guía de uso y cuidado . . . . . 22

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Important Safety Instructions

Installer: Please leave this guide with this appliance.

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

Have complete model and serial number identification of your appliance. This is located on the back center of the control panel. Record these numbers below for easy access.

Model Number _______________________________

Serial Number ________________________________

Date of Purchase______________________________

In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our appliances, it may be necessary to make change this guide.

Note: When writing or calling about a service problem, please include the following information:

a. Your name, address and telephone number; b. Model number and serial number; c. Name and addre d. A clear description of the problem you are having; e. Proof of purchase (sales receipt)

s to the appliance without revising

ss of your dealer or engineer;

What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, c installing, maintaining or operating appliance.

Always contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

aution and c

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD

sult in severe personal injury or death.

are must be exercised when

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, during this time.

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

arry-over and buildup of the oil may contribute to a

c chemical reaction (spontaneous combustion) that could c be more likely to happen if the load were left in the dryer after tumbling stopped or if items were folded and st

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CAUTION

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

Important Safety Instructions

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.

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.

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.

ain conditions, hydrogen gas may be

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produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYD

XPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been

E used for such a period, before using a washer or combination washer-dryer faucets and let the water flow from each for several minute

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, turn on all hot water

his will release any accumulated

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

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.

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 agitator 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.

Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids

15. (such as vinegar or rust remover) in the same wash. Hazardous fume

16.

Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small

ticle

par loads and cause skin irritation.

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

Before the appliance is removed from service or

18. discarded, remove the door to the washing compartment.

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.

should not be removed. If the agitator is

an form.

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s can stick to fabrics washed in following

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 60

• 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.

For best results add the detergent to the washtub

• before adding the load.

• Put dry, unfolded clothes loosely in the tub, up to the top row of holes for a maximum load.

F (16° C).

•

Do not wrap large items like sheets around the

ator.

agit

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

• When laundering wrinkle-free items or items of

ate construction, washable woolens or loosely

delic knit items, never use le level setting. This will minimize shrinkage, wrinkling and pulling of seams.

Close lid c

•

arefully to avoid slamming.

ss than the Medium water

ash

Operating Tips

Additional Tips

• During the spin, it is possible for the load to become unevenly distributed in the tub. If this happens, push in the control dial, open the lid, redistribute the load, close the lid and restart the washer. The spin will resume at the point it was interrupted.

• The washer will pause briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal.

• This washer is designed so that it 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.

• If you open the lid during a spin cycle, the washer will stop. When the lid is closed and the washer is restarted, the washer will continue the cycle at the point it was interrupted.

will not agitate or

Using the Controls – 3 Speed Select Models

STEP 1

Select Water Level

Determine the selected setting based on clothes load size. Selection should provide sufficient water to permit clothes to circulate freely during agitation. On select models, the Infinite Water Level control allows you to select a specific setting or anywhere in between.

It may become necessary, due to bulky fabrics, to adjust the water level after agitation begins. To adjust the water level, turn the control to to the desired setting.

WATER LEVEL SETTING LOAD SIZE

reset and then back

Mini

Small 1/4 - 1/3

Medium 1/3 – 1/2

Large 1/2 – 2/3 Super 2/3 – Full

1/4 Full

Note: Items must circulate freely for best results.

STEP 2

Select Wash/Rinse Temperature

Your washer gives you a choice of hot, warm or cold water for washing and cold or warm water (select models) for rinsing.

WASH/RINSE LOAD TYPE

TEMPS

Hot/Cold

Warm/Warm Moderately soiled, colored items.

(select models)

Warm/Cold

Cold/Cold

White and heavily soiled, color-fast items.

Moderately soiled, colored items; most wrinkle-free items.

Brightly colored, lightly soiled items; washable woolens.

STEP 3

Select Wash/Spin Speed

Your washer has selectable wash and spin speed combinations.

WASH/SPIN LOAD TYPE

SPEED

Regular

Normal/

rinkle Contr

Gentle/Fast

Delicate

Gentle/Slow

Fast

Note: In wash water temperatures below 60

(16° C), detergents well. Care labels define cold water as up to 85

C).

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Sturdy fabrics needing maximum water extraction like jeans, towels and bedding.

Slow agitation to gently wash fabrics

followed by a fast spin to remove moisture.

ate fabrics needing slower spin

Delic speed because of clothing construction.

do not dissolve well or clean

ontrol features vary by model.

STEP 4

Select Cycle

To select a cycle, push the control dial in (off position) and turn it to the right (clockwise) until the pointer is at the soil level needed for the wash load.

Important: For optimum fabric care, the appropriate wash and spin speed for the load type must be selected using the wash/spin speed knob.

Regular Cycle

This cycle provides up to 14 minutes of agitation. Select the Regular W

Wrinkle Control

ycle is de

his c

T normally soiled garment

Wash/Spin Speed

signed for most loads. For lightly to

Delicates Cycle

Delicates is designed for items requiring delicate wash action. Select the

Soak Only (select models)

Provides 4 minutes of agitation, then soak. Avoid extended soaking – soak for 30 minutes or less.

The control dial must be manually advanced to a spin setting to spin and drain the water.

ash/Spin Speed

s. Select the

setting.

Delicate Wash/Spin Speed setting.

setting.

rinkle Control

STEP 5

Select Options (if desired)

Extra Rinse

When the knob is in the On position, an additional rinse at the end of the Regular, Wrinkle Control and

ates cycles is provided to more completely

Delic remove laundry additives, suds, perfumes, etc.

End of Cycle Signal (select models)

The end of cycle signal will sound once the cycle is completed. T setting the switch to

he end of cycle signal can be canceled by

Off.

STEP 6

Pull Control Dial Out to Start

You may stop the washer at any time by simply pushing the control dial in. T obtain a non-agitated soak or to shorten, skip or repeat any part of a cycle. The control dial must be pushed

in (off position) when you change the setting.

Note: Do not attempt to turn the control dial

counterclockwise. Damage to the timer will re

herefore it is possible to

sult.

Special Features

Liquid 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.

Pour liquid chlorine bleach into bleach dispenser before adding the load. Avoid

splashing or over-filling the dispenser.

Fabric Softener Dispenser

(select models)

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.

If it is necessary to clean the 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.

6. Replace dispenser on agitator.

Notes:

• Neverpour 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. the bleach dispenser

Do not pour non-chlorine bleaches into

Do not use dishwashing liquid inside the washer. Oversudsing

can occur

Automatic Lint Filtering System

The Lint Filtering System does not require cleaning.

ash and rinse water is filtered and re-filtered

W continuously to trap lint shed by most fabrics during the agit wash load. The engineered hole design on the wash basket, in conjunction with water flow produced by the agit inner wash basket and the outer tub. L automatically flushed from the washer during the spin cycle.

ation cycle before it can be redeposited on the

, traps lint away from the clothe

ator

s between the

int is

Safety Spin

If for any reason you open the washer lid when the washer is in a spin or extract period, the operation will immediately stop. T your washer does not stop, call your service technician immediately. When the lid is closed, the operation will automatic

ally re

his is for your personal s

sume.

afety. If

Special Features

Unbalanced Spin Load Compensator

Your new washer is designed to handle out-of-balance loads without shutting down or interrupting the washing cycle.

For this reason, the cycle will always be completed. If heavier fabrics in such out-of-balance loads should ever contain excessive moisture at the completion of the cycle, redistribute the clothes in the washer and reset the control dial for the final spin period.

Care & Cleaning

1. After washing, leave the lid open until the interior

is dry. Check hoses to be sure there are no kinks or knots.

3. Your washer

temperatures will go below freezing, as damage to the washer could re

4. To clean, occasionally wipe exterior with a clean

damp sponge or cloth. plastic par

5. Lifetime lubrication is done at the factory, so your

washer never needs to be oiled or greased.

Do not lay heavy or sharp objects on top of your washer.

7. The top of the washer should not be used for

removing stains from garments. Some stain removers, such as rust remover, will mar the finish.

should not be installed where

sult.

Do not use polish on

ts.

Overload Protector

A built-in protector automatically shuts off the washer motor in case of an overload. This can occur if:

• The load being washed is too heavy.

• Too many appliances are plugged into the line operating your washer.

• A low voltage condition exists on the line.

• Lid is opened and closed repeatedly.

The overload protector permits the washer to start again when the motor has cooled to a safe operating temperature.

If the motor stops repeatedly, call your service technician.

Cleaning the Interior

Clean the interior of the washer periodically to remove any dir that may remain in the washer as a result of washing clothes. We recommend taking the following steps every 60 to 120 days to clean and freshen your washer interior. The frequenc be cleaned and freshened depends on factors such as usage, the amount of dirt, soil or bacteria being run through your washer to follow these instructions may result in unsatisfactory conditions, including unpleasant odor and/or permanent st

To clean and freshen the washer interior:

1. Add a measured amount of chlorine bleach to the

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

t, soil, odor

bleach dispenser

, mold, mildew or bacteria residue

y with which the washer should

, or the use of cold water

ains on the washer or wash load.

, following package directions.

. Failure

Remove pins, buckles or other sharp objects from

8. clothes to prevent scratching interior parts.

Clothe

10. Bleach, detergent, solvents, etc. spilled on the top of your washer that are allowed to remain will remove the glossy finish. Remove all spills with a damp, soft cloth.

11. If you close your home for the winter, have a service technician drain the washer electric

should not be stored in washer

. Unplug cord from

al outlet and disconnect hose

s from faucet

Run the washer without a load through a complete

3. cycle using hot water.

4. Repeat the process if necessary.

Troubleshooting

Won’t Fill

Won’t Agitate

Won’t Spin or Drain

Load is Wet

Stops

• Plug cord into live electrical outlet.

• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.

• Turn the control dial to proper cycle and restart 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 dial to proper cycle and restart the washer.

• Pauses are normal. Wait and see if the washer will start again.

• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.

• Straighten drain hoses. Eliminate kinked hoses. If there is a home drain restriction, call for drain service.

• Close lid and restart the washer. For your safety, washer will not spin unless the lid is closed.

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

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

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

• Plug cord into live electrical outlet.

• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.

• Close lid and restart the washer. For your safety, washer will not agitate or spin unless lid is closed.

• This may be a pause in the cycle. Wait briefly and it may start.

Leaks Water

Is Noisy

Fills with the Wrong Temperature Water

Cycle Selector Advances Through Off

• 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.

• Operating sounds will vary depending on agitation speed.

on fully

urn both faucet

•

If equipped with a temperature selector dial, be sure it is set directly on a temperature setting and

• not between settings.

• Make sure temperature selection is correct.

• While the washer is filling, you may notice just hot and/or just cold water entering the tub when cold or warm wash temperatures are selected.

• Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets and inlet connections. Be sure water supply is regulated correctly

Check the water heater

• Also check water heater capacity and recovery rate.

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

•

Extra Rinse is selected.

. Flush water line before filling washer

. It should be set to deliver a minimum 120

° F (49° C) hot water at the tap.

10.1 Kg

MAV-3

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Table des matières

Importantes consignes

de sécurité . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12

Fonctionnement . . . . . . . . 13-14

Utilisation des commandes

Modèles à trois vitesses . . . . 15-16

Caractéristiques

spéciales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18

Nettoyage et entretien . . . . . 18

Recherche des pannes . . 19-20

Guía de uso y cuidado . . . . . 22

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