Maytag MAV8557AWW, MAV8557AWQ, MAV8551AWW, MAV8551AWQ, MAV7551AWW Owner’s Manual

USER'S GUIDE

Congratulations on
your purchase of a Maytag

clothes washer! Your satisfaction
is very important to us.

Read this manual for best results. It con-

tains instructions to acquaint you with proper
operating and maintenance procedures.

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In addition you will find a Laundering Tips guide
packed with your clothes washer. It contains informa-
tion on recommended laundering procedures, stain

removal and special laundering situations.
Save time and money. If something should go wrong,

we suggest consulting the "Before You Call" section. It
is designed to help you solve basic problems before

consulting a servicer.
If you have questions, write us (include your model

and serial numbers and your phone number) or call:

Maytag Services sM
Attn: CAIR _Center

P.O. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370

1-800-688-9900 USA
1-800-688-2002 CANADA

1-800-688-2080 USA TTY (for deal hearing
impaired, or speech impaired)

(Mon.-Fri., 8am-8pm Eastern Time)
Internet: http: / / www.maytag.com

Form No. C/02/03 Part No. 6 2616990 MCS Part

Table of COn

Safety instructions ...,,,.
Operating tips

Controls at a glance ..............

Special features ................... 7

Care and cleaning ................. 8

Storing the washer ................ 8

Before you call ................. 9-10

Warranty ........................ 11

Guide de I'utilisateur .............. 12

Guia del usuario ................. 24

No. 22003945

@2003 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, property damage or injury to per-

sons when using the appliance, 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. InstaI1 and Ievel washer on a floor that can support the
weight

5. This appliance n-rest be properly grounded. Never plug
the appiiance cord into a receptacle which is not
grounded adequately and in accordance with Iocal and
national codes. See installation instructions for ground-
ing 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 flamrnabIe or expIosive
substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or
expIode. Hand wach and Iine dry any items contain-
ing these substances.

Any material on which you have used a cleaning sol-
vent, 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.

c. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be pro-

duced in a hot water system that has not been used
for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLO-

SIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for
such a period, before using a waching machine or
combination wacher-dryer, turn on all hot water

faucets and let the water flow from each for several
minutes. This wiI1 release any accumulated hydro-

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

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

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Do not aliow 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.

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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 under-
stand and have the skills to carry out.

11. Unplug power supply cord before attempting to service
your washer.

12. The agitator should not be removed. If the agitator is
removed, it must be replaced by pushing down com-
pletely and the locking screw tightened before the
washer is operated.

13. Store laundry aids and other material in a cool, dry
place where children cannot reach them.

14. 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 nmy
smoke or catch fire by itself.

15. Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids (such
as vinegar or rust remover) in the same wash.

Hazardous fumes can form.

16. Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small parti-
cles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and

cause skin irritation.

17. Before the appliance is removed from service or dis-
carded, remove the door to the washing compartment

18. 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.

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 sit-
uations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care
must be exercised when installing, maintaining or operating
appliance.

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.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Detergent

• Use either liquid or granular laundry detergent. For

best results, be sure detergent is added to the wash-
er BEFORE the load and be sure the wash water is

above 65 ° F.

• 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.

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

top row of holes for a maximum load.

o Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agita-

tor.

o Mix large and small items for best circulation. Wash

bulky items like blankets separately.

° When laundering wrinkle free items or items of deli-

cate 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 bestresults,add the detergentto washtub before

adding the load.

o Close lid carefullyto avoid slamming.

Addi :ional Tips

o The washer will pause briefly throughout each cycle.

These pauses are normal.

o This washer is designed so that it will not spin or agi-

tate when the lid is open. It will fill with the lid open

so water isavailableforpretreatingstainsor diluting

fabric softener.

° If you open the lid during a spin cycle, the washer

will stop. When the lid is closed and the control dial
pulled out, the washer will continue the cycle at the

point it was interrupted.

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Select Water Level

Determine the selected setting based on clothes load size.
On select models, the infinite control allows you to

select a specific setting or anywhere in between.

Itmay becomenecessary,duetobulkyfabrics,toadjust

the water level afteragitationbegins. To adjust the
water level,turnthe controlto RESET and then back to

the desiredsetting.

WATER LEVEL SETTING LOAD SIZE

_n_inite Water Level

Super

Large

Medium

Small (select models)

Mini

3/ 4 - Full

1/2 - 3/4 Full

1/3 - 1/2 Full
1/4 - 1/3 Full

1 / 4 Full

S÷|ect Wash/Rinse T÷ perature

Your washer provides you with a choice of hot, warm
or cold water for washing and cold or warm water for

rinsing,

Automatic Temperature Control (A.T,C.) provides the
optimal wash water temperature for cleaning. On select

models, A.T.C.iscontrolledby turninga switchon and
off. Other models offer A.T.C. by rotating the

Wash /Rinse temperature controldial.

There may be warm water filling during a cold wash
or hot water during a warm wash, This is normal,

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Controlfeaturesvary by model.

WASH/RINSE TEMPS

Hot

Cold

Warm
Warm

(select models)

Warm

Cold

(select models)

Cold
Cold

These settings feature automatic temperature control.

A.T.C. Warm

Warm

A.T.C. Warm

Cold

A.T.C. Cold

Cold

White and heavily soiled,
color-fast items.

Moderately soiled,
colored items.

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

Brightly colored, lightly soiled
items; washable woolerts.

Assures warm water wash
temperature above 90° F.

Provides optimun_ cleaning
results.

Assures cold water wash tem-
perature above 65° F to proper-

ly activate detergent.

LOAD TYPE

Wa_,hiR_nse "_\9m#

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Step

Select Washi$pi Spee

Your washer has se]ectab]e wash and spin speed com-

binations.

WASH/$P_N $P_D$

Regular / Whites

Normal / Fast

Cotton / Colors

Medium/Fast

(select models)

Pem-u Press

Normal / Slow

Sweaters

Gentle / Fast

(select models)

Rugs

Ex. Gentle / Fast

(select models)

Delicate

Gentle / Slow

Handwash

Ex. Gentle/Slow

LOA# TYPe:

Sturdy fabrics needing
n-taxin-tum w,ater extraction like

jeans, towels, bedding.

Alternating agitation between
fast and slow to care for clothes

with color.
Sturdy fabrics needing a slower

spin speed to reduce wrinkling,
such as dress shirts and dress

pants_
Slow agitation to gently wash

sweaters followed by a fast spin
to remove moisture.

Intermittent slow agitation and
fast spin to ten-rove moisture
from washable throw rugs.

Delicate fabrics needing
slower spin speed because

of clothing construction.
Intennittent slow agitation and

soak to gently wash the most
delicate items_

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Controls at a Glance (continued)

Step _4_

Select a Cycle

Press the control dial in and turn in either direction to
the desired cycle. Pull the dial out to start the washer.

Note: All wash times are approximate.

Regular Cycle

Regular Cycle is designed to clean underwear, T-
shirts and other cotton sturdy items like towels,

sheets, jeans, etc.

Soak Only (select models):

Provides 3 minutes of agitation and
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.

DeJicate

PRESOAK (select models): The washer will agi-

tate for 3 minutes, soak for 6 minutes and then
automatically proceed into the next cycle.

PREWASH (select models): 33

minutes of wash time.

Ir EXTRA HEAVY: 27 minutes of

wash time.
HEAVY: 21 minutes of wash time.

Cottons or regular fabrics may be
washed using the following set-

tings:
NORMAL: 15 minutes of wash
time.

LIGHT: 9 minutes of wash time.
The Light Cycle is appropriate for

most loads.

Quick Wash (selectmodels):

This cycle is designed to refresh
clothing. QUICK WASH should only

be used for small loads with little to

no soil and minimal water level. Use
no more than a teaspoon of deter-

gent.

Permanent Press Cycle

Permanent Press cycle is designed to clean dress shirts,
dress pants, business casual and poly/cotton to reduce

wrinkling.
PRESOAK (select models): The washer will agitate

for 3 minutes, soak for 6 minutes and then automatical-
ly proceed into the next cycle.

PREWASH (select models): 27 minutes of wash time.

HEAVY: 21 minutes of wash time.

Delicate or Permanent Press fabrics may be washed
using the following settings:

NORMAL: 15 minutes of wash time. (This is the recom-
mended setting for most loads.)

LIGHT: 9 minutes of wash time.
HANDWASH (select models): 6 minutes of wash time.

Step (if desired)
Select Options

Extra Rinse (select models):

When the switch is in the "On" position, an extra rinse
is added to the end of the cycle to more completely
remove laundry additives, suds, perfumes, etc.

Extended Spin (select models):

When the switch is in the "On" position, extended spin
provides three extra minutes of spin to remove more

moisture from heavy loads such as towels.

Chime (select models):

The end-of-cycle CHIME will sound once when tile
cycle is completed. The volume of the chime can be on

HI or LO, or turned completely OFF.

Finger Faucet (select models):

Provides a flow of water when the switch is in the "On"
position.

° If the selected water level is reached, the finger

faucet will not operate.

• For your safety, the finger faucet will not operate if
hot wash is selected.

Controlfeaturesvary by model.

R_lSe

Step
Pull Control Dial Out to Start

• Add detergent and any additives.

• Add load and close lid.

• Pull out control knob to start.

You may stop the washer at any time by simply push-
ing the control dial IN. Therefore, it is possible to 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.

Special Features

Liquid Chlorine
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 tear-

ing 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, color-safe bleaches into the

bleach dispenser.

Pour fiquid chlorine bleach into

bleach dispenser.

Fabric Softener Dispenser

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

1. Pour liquid fabric softener into the dispenser using
the amount recommended on the package.

2. For proper dispensing of fabric softener in the wash-
er, add warm water to the fabric softener in the dis-

penser until the level reaches the fill line. Wipe up
spills.

° 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.

Pour fabric softener into

softener 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.
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.

6. Replace dispenser on agitator.

Do not use dishwashing liquid ><_'_°_'<7:
inside the washer. Oversudsing can occur, ha,_#'

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Interior - hard water deposits may be removed, if

needed, using a recommended cleaner labeled
washer safe.

The interior of the washer should be cleaned periodi-
cally to remove dirt, soil, odor or bacteria residue 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 frequency with which the washer should

be cleaned and freshened depends on factors such as

usage, the amount of dirt, soil or bacteria being run
through your washer, or the use of cold water.

To clean and freshen the washer interior:

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

for a normal load.

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

3. Run the washer through a complete cycle using
hot water and the Super water level setting.

4. Repeat the process if necessary.

Washers can be damaged if water is not removed from
hoses and internal components before storage. Prepare

the washer for storage as follows:

o Select NORMAL on the REGULAR cycle and add

one cup of bleach OR white vinegar to a full load of
water without clothes. (Do not mix bleach and vine-

gar in the same wash. Hazardous fumes can form.)
Run the washer through a complete cycle.

Turn the water faucets off and disconnect the inlet

[loses.

r

Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply and
leave the washer lid open to let air circulate inside

the tub.

If the washer has been stored in below-freezing tem-

peratures,allow time for the washer to thaw out
priorto use.

o After storage,selectNORMAL on the REGULAR

cycleand run the washer through a complete cycle.

Before You Call

For problem laundry solutions (i.e. fabric damage, residue, tangling) and special htundry care procedures,

see the enclosed Laundry Tips brochure.

, Turn the controt dial to pr0Per cyc!e and pu!! dia! 0ut t0 start the washer,

• Turn both faucets on fully.
' Straighten in!et hoses!

• Disconnect hoses and clean screens. Hose filter screens may be plugged at the faucet,
, be drain hose must be e!evated at least to the top of the tub.

• Straighten drain hoses. Eliminate kinked hoses: If there is a drain restriction, call for Service.

• Close lid and pull dial out to start the washer. For your safety, washer wilt not agitate or spin unless the !id is closed.

• _e washer is equipped with a !id switch failure detector. !f the lid switch shoul d malfunctio n, the detector wil! stop

operations for your safety. Ca!l for Service,
!f the drain height is over eight feet, water may not be comp!ete!y removed,

stops

, Turn the €ontro! dial tO proper Cycte and pu!l dia! out f0 Start the WaSherl

• Close !id and pu!! dia! out to Start the washer. Fo r your safer?, washer wil! not agitate 0r Spin unless lid is close d.

• 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: !f the !id switc h shoul d malfuncti°n, the detector wi!! st°p

fi!! operati0ns f0r your Safety. Ca!! for Service,

• Weak floors can cause vibration and walking.
, Be sure rubber feet are instal!ed on leve!ing !egs.
, Operating souncls wi!! vary depencling on agitation speed,

Fills with the Wrong Temperature Water

• Turn both faucets on fully.

• Make sure temperature selection is correct.

• If Auto Temperature Control is selected, cold water may feel warmer than cold water from the tap tsee page 3},

• 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 minilnunl 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,

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