Maytag MVWC415EW, MVWC215EW User Manual

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LAVEUSE À CHARGEMENT

WASHER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

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Table of Contents

WASHER SAFETY .......................................................................... 2

WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? ............................................... 3

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES .......................................... 4

CYCLE GUIDE .................................................................................. 6

USING YOUR WASHER ............................................................... 7

WASHER MAINTENANCE .........................................................10

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 12

WARRANTY .................................................................................... 16

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ................................. BACK COVER

PAR LE DESSUS

GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET

D’ENTRETIEN

Table des matières

SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE......................................................17

QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? ............................. 18

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET

CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..................................................................19

GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES ....................................................... 21

UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE .................................................22

ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE ................................................... 25

DÉPANNAGE .................................................................................. 27

GARANTIE .......................................................................................34

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ........... COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE

W10740538A W10740539A - SP

Designed to use only HE High Efﬁciency detergents.

Conçue pour l’utilisation d’un détergent haute efﬁcacité seulement.

WASHER SAFETY

WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID?

Your new washer will operate differently than your past agitator-style washer.

Lid Lock

To allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is lit, the lid is locked and cannot be opened. When this light is blinking, the washer is paused. When this light is off, the lid can be opened. Washer lid lock will remain unlocked until ﬁrst spin. After a cycle is started, water will enter washer. If you need to open the lid to add a garment after lid has locked, you must press START/Pause and wait for the lid to unlock. The lid will only unlock after washer movement has stopped. Depending on when in the cycle you try to pause, it may take several seconds to several minutes for the lid to unlock. Then add garment, close lid, and press START/Pause again to resume the cycle.

NOTE: If the START/Pause button is held for more than 3 seconds, the cycle will cancel and the washer will drain.

IMPORTANT:

■ After the washer basket ﬁlls to the desired water level, the lid must be closed before the wash cycle can start. If ﬁlling stops with the lid

open, close lid, and press START button. If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes, the water will pump out automatically.

Sensing/Fill

This washer will perform a series of spins to check for load size and determine the correct water level for the load. During this time, a series of clicks and a whirring noise signal that sensing technology is determining if there is an off-balance load.

Sounds

At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds and pauses that are different from those of your previous washer. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of the cycle as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as the agitator tests for load balance or moves the load. And, sometimes, you may hear nothing at all as the washer allows

time for clothes to soak.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

Not all features and options are available on all models.

SOIL LEVEL

Select the most suitable setting for your load. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, select Heavy Soil Level for more wash time, if needed. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, select Light Soil Level for less wash time, if needed. Lighter soil level setting will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.

WASH TEMP

Wash Temp senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water.

Select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric and soils being washed. For best results and following the garment label instructions, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric.

■ On some models and cycles, warm and hot water may be

cooler than your previous washer.

■ Even in a cold and cool water wash, some warm water may

be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.

WASH CYCLE KNOB

Use the Wash Cycle knob to select cycles on your washer. Knob does not advance during the progress of the cycle, see cycle status lights for each stage of the process. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

Appearance may vary.

EXTRA RINSE

This option can be used to automatically add a second rinse to most cycles.

PRESOAK (depending on model)

Use this option to add an extra soak period to any cycle when washing heavily soiled garments. This option will alternate between a soak and a gentle agitation.

NOTE: If your washer does not have a presoak/soak option or cycle, press the Start/Pause button to pause the cycle after the washer has ﬁlled with water. When you have soaked your items for the desired amount of time, press the Start/Pause button again to continue the cycle.

START/PAUSE BUTTON

Press to start the selected cycle; press again to pause the cycle and unlock the lid.

NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several minutes to unlock the lid. Press and hold for 3 seconds to cancel a cycle and the washer will drain.

CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS

The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers.

SENSING/FILL

Once you close the lid and start a cycle, the washer will

begin ﬁlling with the initial amount of water. This will take approximately 2-3 minutes and the lid will be unlocked at this time. Then the lid must be closed.

If the lid is open when the water stops entering the

washer, the cycle will not continue until the lid has been closed and the START/Pause button is pressed. If the cycle has not been continued within 10 minutes of the water ﬁlling the washer, the washer will pump out the water. If the lid is closed, it will then lock and the sensing process begins and additional water will be added, if required. You will hear the motor turn the basket in short pulses to thoroughly wet the load.

WASH You will hear the motor and agitator moving the load.

During the ﬁrst stage of the sensing/wash cycle, water will partially ﬁll the washer and then begin to move the load. It is normal to have the sensing light on during this stage. You will hear the agitator rotate, followed by a several second pause. This process will repeat for several minutes, allowing the entire load to become saturated. The lower water level combined with HE detergent at this stage allows for concentrated cleaning. Concentrated cleaning delivers the detergent directly to the soils. It is normal for the load to be above the water line during this stage. At the beginning of the second stage, the washer will add water to the correct level based on the load size. You will hear the agitator move quicker during this stage of the wash cycle. The motor sounds may change at different stages in the wash cycle.

RINSE

You will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. For cycles that use the Extra Rinse option, you will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washers rinses and moves the load.

SPIN

The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for

proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed.

DONE

Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on.

Remove the load promptly for best results.

LID LOCKED

If you need to open the lid, press

START/Pause. The lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Press START/Pause again to resume the cycle.

NOTE: If the START/Pause button is held for more than

3 seconds, the cycle will cancel and the washer will drain.

CYCLE GUIDE

For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best ﬁts the load being washed. Recommended settings for best performance in bold. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Items to wash: Cycle: Wash Temp*: Spin

Sturdy fabrics, colorfast items, towels, jeans

Large items such as sheets, sleeping bags, small comforters, jackets, small washable rugs

Casual and mixed loads, jeans, towels, sturdy fabrics

Cottons, linens, and mixed garment loads

No-iron fabrics, cottons, perm press, linens, synthetics

Machine-wash silks, handwash fabrics

Bright or darkly colored cottons, linens, casual and mixed loads

Swimsuits and items requiring rinsing without detergent

Hand-washed garments or dripping wet items

No clothes in washer Clean

Heavily soiled fabrics Soak Hot

*All rinses are cold.

Power Wash Hot

Bulky/Sheets Hot

Deep Water

Wash

Normal Hot

Wrinkle Control

Hand Wash Hot

Cold Wash Cold High Cold water with an additional wash action gently lifts stains

Rinse &

Spin

Drain &

Spin

Washer

with

affresh

Warm

Cool Cold

Tap Cold

Warm

Cool Cold

Tap Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Tap Cold

Warm

Cool Cold

Tap Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Tap Cold

Warm

Cool

Cold

Tap Cold

Cold rinse only High Combines a rinse and high speed spin for loads requiring

N/A High This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for heavy fabrics

Hot Low Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of your

Warm

Cool

Cold

Cycle Details:

Speed**:

High Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level

sensing process may take longer for some items than for others because they will absorb more water than other fabric types.

High Use this cycle to wash large items such as jackets and small

comforters. The washer will ﬁll with enough water to wet down the load before the wash portion of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than other cycles.

High Provides additional water and alternating wash action for heavily

soiled mixed loads. Water-level sensing process may take longer for some items than the others because they will absorb more water than other fabric types.

High Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads.

Low Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as sport

shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends.

Low Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating

“Machine Washable Silks” or “Gentle” cycle on the care label. Place small items in mesh garment bags before washing. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level.

while caring for fabrics. Settings may be adjusted as desired, but must use only cold water settings.

an additional rinse cycle or to complete a load after power interruption. Also use for loads that require rinsing only.

or special-care items washed by hand. Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after a power failure.

washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level. Use with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. This cycle should not be interrupted. See “Washer Care.”

IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. Use this cycle with an empty wash tub.

No Spin Use this cycle to soak small spots of set-in stains on fabrics.

The washer will use intermittent agitation and soaking. After time has expired, water will drain, but washer will not spin. Cycle is complete.

USING YOUR WASHER

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, re, or electrical shock.

1. Sort and prepare your laundry

■ Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object

can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds.

■ Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature,

and colorfastness.

■ Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.

■ Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics.

■ Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because

heat can set stains into fabric.

■ Treat stains promptly.

■ Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and

remove non-washable trim and ornaments.

■ Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items

during washing.

Helpful Tips:

■ When washing water-proof or water-resistant items,

load evenly.

■ Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing

delicate or small items.

■ Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers from

lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.

NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your garments.

2. Add laundry products

Add a measured of amount of HE detergent or single-dose laundry packet into the basket.

If using Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.

IMPORTANT: Use only High Efﬁciency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efﬁciency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance.

NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of laundry products to use.

3. Load laundry into washer

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. For best results, do not pack the load tightly. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the agitator; load them in loose piles around the sides of the basket. Try mixing different sized items to reduce tangling.

IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer. Items need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling.

4. Add liquid chlorine bleach

to dispenser

5. Add fabric softener to dispenser

(on some models)

Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into dispenser; always follow manufacturer’s directions for correct amount of fabric softener based on your load size.

Dilute liquid fabric softener by ﬁlling the dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See max ﬁll line arrows.

IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener will dispense during the ﬁnal rinse portion of the cycle.

Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load

During the ﬁnal rinse, wait until the washer has completed ﬁlling, press the START/Pause button to pause the washer. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of liquid fabric softener. Do not use more than the recommended amount. Close the lid and press the START/Pause button again to start the washer.

MAX FILL

Liquid

Chlorine Bleach

Do not overﬁll, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (250 mL). Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

6. Select cycle

Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. For more information, see “Cycle Guide”.

7. Select SOIL LEVEL

Once you select a cycle, select the desired soil level by turning the Soil Level knob to the desired setting.

8. Select WASH TEMP

9. Select cycle options (on some

models)

Select the desired cycle options.

10. Press START/Pause to begin

wash cycle

Once you select a cycle, select the desired wash temperature by turning the Wash Temp knob to the desired setting.

NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your items.

Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics Hot

Some cold water is added to save energy. This will be cooler than your hot water heater setting.

Warm

Some cold water will be added, so this will be cooler than what your previous washer provided.

Cool

Warm water is added to assist in soil removal and to help dissolve detergents.

Cold

Warm water may be added to assist in soil removal and to help dissolve detergents.

Tap Cold

This is the temperature from your faucet.

Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils

Bright colors Moderate to light soils

Colors that bleed or fade

Light soils

Dark colors that bleed or fade

Light soils

Dark colors that bleed or fade

Light soils

Press the START/Pause button to start the wash cycle. When the cycle has ﬁnished, the DONE indicator will light. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.

Adding garment(s)

If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments: During the Fill/Sensing stage, open the lid and add missed

garments. Then close lid and press START/Pause to restart the cycle. If you need to open the lid to add a garment after this point, you must press START/Pause and wait for the lid to unlock. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. You may hear a winding sound as the basket slows down. Then add garment, close lid, and press START/Pause again to resume the cycle.

NOTE:

■ Washer will ﬁll with the lid open.

■ If your washer does not have a soak option, then pause

your washer to soak. When you are done soaking then press Start/Pause button to bring washer out of Pause.

IMPORTANT: If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes, the water will pump out automatically.

WASHER MAINTENANCE

WATER INLET HOSES

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.

WASHER CARE

Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at its Best

1. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions

regarding the amount of 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:

Recommended Cycle for Cleaning the Washer

Refer to the “Cycle Guide” for the optimal cycle for cleaning the inside of the washer. Use this cycle with affresh® Washer Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach as described below.

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 cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of

the washer.

g. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must be

interrupted, press START/Pause/Unlock once or twice (depending on model). After the 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 cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of the

washer.

f. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the cycle. NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must

be interrupted, press START/Pause/Unlock once or twice (depending on model). After the cycle has stopped, run a RINSE & SPIN cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

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.

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer.

2. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid ﬂooding due to water

pressure surge.

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer

where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1. Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water inlet

hoses.

2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run

washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.

TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet

hoses.

2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow

Winter Storage Care directions before moving.

3. Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any remaining

water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer.

4. Unplug power cord.

5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.

6. Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.

7. Place packing tray from original shipping materials back inside

washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid and place tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in new location. Transport washer in upright position.

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving:

1. Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and

connect washer.

2. Before using again, run washer through the following

recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses.

Turn on both water faucets.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, re, or electrical shock.

2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3. Run washer through Normal cycle to clean washer and

remove antifreeze, if used. Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount of detergent for a medium-size load.

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