Maytag PAV5157AWW, PAV5158AWW Owner's Manual

OVERSIZED CAPACITY PLUS WASHER

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A/02/02 Part No.35-6451-1 h t t p : / / w w w . m a y t a g . c o m MCS No. 21001847

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

Model Number

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Serial Number

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Date of Purchase

_______________________________

For additional questions, please contact us: Maytag Appliances Sales Company

1-800-688-9900 USA 1-800-688-2002 CANADA 1-800-688-2080 USA TTY (for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired) Mon.–Fri., 8am–8pm Eastern Time Internet: http://www.maytag.com

NOTE:In our continuing eff ort to impro ve the quality of our appliances, it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide.

IMPORTANT: Keep this guide and the sales receipt in a safe place for future reference. Proof of original purchase date is needed for warranty service.

IMPORTANT: For service and warranty information, see page 7.

pecial features

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, property damage or injury to persons when using the appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

uids 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 produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine or combination washerdryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

d. 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.

7. Do not reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving. If action does not stop when the washer lid is opened during the spin cycle, disconnect the electrical power to the washer. Do not operate the washer until it has been repaired by a qualified technician.

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.

12. The agitator should not be removed. If the agitator is removed, it must be replaced by pushing down completely 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 may 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 particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation.

17. Flame resistant finishes – improper laundering could remove them. Follow garment manufacturer’s instructions carefully.

18. Before the appliance is removed from service or 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.

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 liq-

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING:

Control features vary by model.

Step 1 Select cycle

Press the control dial in and turn clockwise to the desired cycle. Pull the dial out to start the washer.You may stop the washer at any time by simply pushing 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.

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

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

SUPER – 3/4 – Full

LARGE – 1/2 – 3/4 Full

MEDIUM – 1/3 – 1/2 Full

MINI – 1/4 Full

LOAD SIZE

REMEMBER: Items must circulate

freely for best results.

Step 3 Select water level

Determine the selected setting based on clothes load size.The control allows you to select a specific setting (select models) 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 RESET and then back to the desired setting.

Step 2 Select end of

cycle signal

Your washer provides an adjustable end of cycle signal from off to loud.

NORMAL/DELICATE CYCLES: Share the same portion of the control dial. For regular fabrics, select the cycle and turn the Wash/Spin Speed dial to Regular/Fast.For delicate loads select Delicate/Slow.

PRETREAT CYCLE: Provides approximately 30 minutes of agitation and soaking to help remove stubborn dirt and stains. For more information see page 4.

PERMANENT PRESS FABRICS CYCLE:

Provides up to 12 minutes of agitation. Depending on the load, select either the Delicate/Fast or Regular/Slow wash/spin speed.

CONTROLS AT A GLANCE

CONT.

REGULAR/FAST – Sturdy fabrics needing maximum water extraction

REGULAR/SLOW – Sturdy fabrics needing a slower spin speed because of wrinkling

DELICATE/FAST – Heavy loads of delicate fabrics needing a fast spin for better water extraction

DELICATE/SLOW – Delicate fabrics needing slower spin speed because of clothing construction

USE

HOT/COLD – White and heavily soiled,

color-fast items WARM/COLD – Moderately soiled, colored

items; most wr inkle free items COLD/COLD – Brightly colored, lightly

soiled items; washable woolens

These settings feature Automatic Temperature Control:

WARM/WARM – Assures minimum warm

water wash temperature of 95° F. Provides optimum cleaning results

WARM/COLD – Assures minimum warm water wash temperature of 95° F. Provides optimum cleaning results

COLD/COLD – Assures minimum cold water wash temperature of 75° F to properly activate detergent

TEMPERATURE – LOAD TYPE

Step 4 Select wash/

spin speed

Your washer has selectable wash and spin speed combinations.

Step 5 Select wash/

rinse temperature

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

REMEMBER: In wash water temperatures below 65° F, detergents do not dissolve well or clean well. Care labels define cold water as up to 85° F.

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. This is a normal function of the automatic temperature control feature as the washer determines the temperature of the water.

Step 6 Extra rinse (if desired)

EXTRA RINSE – This feature is located on the right side of the control panel. When the switch is in the “On” position, an additional rinse at the end of the Normal/Delicate cycle is provided to more completely remove laundry additives, suds, perfumes, etc.

Step 7 Start was her

• Add detergent and any additives

• Add load and close lid

• Pull the control dial out to start

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 overfilling the dispenser.Wipe up spills.

•Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine

bleach directly onto the load or into the wash tub.It is a po w erful 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.

OPERATING TIPS

Liquid dispenser

The dispenser may be used for fabric softener with most cycles or liquid detergent with the Pretreat cycle.The liquid dispenser should be cleaned before and after each use of liquid detergent.The dispenser automatically releases the liquid at the proper time during the cycle. To use, follow these steps:

1. Pour a measured amount of desired liquid into dispenser top to fill line only.

2. If liquid comes below line, add warm water.

Pretreat cycle

• The Pretreat Cycle offers the ability to wash the clothes twice with fresh detergent in each wash. When laundr y is first added to the tub to use the pretreat cycle, granular or liquid detergent is placed in the tub. In order for there to be fresh detergent for the second wash, only liquid detergent may be placed in the liquid dispenser.This detergent will be mixed with clean water for the second wash which is 16 minutes of agitation.

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 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.

Pour liquid chlorine bleach into bleach dispenser.

Add detergent before the load.

Agitator/Dispenser

If it is necessary to clean the dispenser, pull the liquid dispenser off of the agitator. Then hold the dispenser with bottom side up and twist to disengage dispenser bottom from top (see right). You are then able to clean both parts using warm water and a brush if necessary.

To reassemble, hold both pieces in an upright position. Insert the inner chamber into the outer chamber using the slots to position parts. Rotate until tabs snap into locking position.

LIQUID

DISPENSER

AGITATOR

OPERATING TIPS CONT.

• 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.

CARE AND CLEANING

•After washing, leave the lid open until the interior is dry.

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

•Your washer should not be installed where temperatures will go below freezing, as damage to the washer could result.

• Occasionally wipe exterior with a clean damp sponge or cloth.Polish with a soft dry

cloth. If desired, occasionally polish, being careful not to use polish on plastic parts.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 best results, add the detergent to washtub before adding the load.

• Close lid carefully to avoid slamming.

• Remove pins, buckles or other sharp objects from clothes to prevent scratching interior parts.

• Clothes should not be stored in washer.

• 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.

• If you close your home for the winter, have a service technician drain the washer. Unplug cord from electr ical outlet and disconnect hoses from faucets.

For detailed information on sort-

ing, pretreating stains, etc., see the

enclosed Laundry Tips booklet.

Additional tips

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

• This washer is designed so that it will not spin when the lid is open. It will, however, fill and agitate 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 control dial pulled out, the washer will continue the cycle at the point it was interrupted.

BEFORE YOU CALL

CHECK THESE POINTS IF

YOUR W ASHER...

For problem laundry solutions (i.e. fabric damage, residue, tangling) and special laundry care procedures, see the enclosed Laundry Tips booklet.

WON’T DRAIN

• Is the hose kinked or knotted?

• Is the drain outlet clogged?

DOES NOT FILL

• Is the electrical cord plugged in correctly?

• Has a fuse blown or is the circuit breaker tripped?

• Is the control dial pulled out?

• Are the hot and cold water faucets turned on?

• Are the hoses kinked or knotted?

• Is the control dial set properly (not in the off position)?

•Turn off, let stand for 30 minutes then restart. Motor thermal protector may have engaged.

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

WATER TEMPERA TURE IS INCORRECT

• Is the temperature switch set correctly?

• Are the hoses connected to the correct faucets (hot to hot, cold to cold)?

• Are the hot and cold faucets turned on?

• The washer features an automatic temperature control to provide a warm wash of approximately 95° F and cold wash of approximately 75° F. While the washer is filling, you may notice only hot and/or only cold water entering the tub when cold or warm wash temperatures are selected.This is a normal function of the automatic temperature control feature as the washer determines the temperature of the water.

• 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.

IS NOISY

• Is the washer level and firm to the floor?

DOES NOT SPIN

• Is the lid closed?

• Is the electrical cord plugged in correctly?

• Has a fuse blown or is the circuit breaker tripped?

IS LEAKING

• Are the hose connections tight at the faucets?

• Is end of drain hose correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility?

For further assistance contact Maytag

Appliances Sales Company, 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 1-800-688-2080.

SPECIAL FEATURES

Automatic lint filtering system

The Lint Filtering System does not require cleaning.

Wash and rinse water is filtered and re-filtered continuously to trap lint shed by most fabrics during the agitation cycle before it can be re-deposited on the wash load. The engineered hole design on the wash basket in conjunction with water flow produced by the agitator, traps lint away from the clothes between the inner wash basket and the outer tub. Lint is automatically flushed from the washer during the spin cycle.

Safety spin

If for any reason you open the washer lid when the washer is in a spin or extract peri-

od, the operation will immediately stop.This is for your personal safety. If your washer does not stop, call your service technician immediately. When the lid is closed, the operation will automatically resume.

Unbalaced spin load compensator

Your new washer is designed to handle outof-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-ofbalance loads should ever contain e xcessiv e moisture at the completion of the cycle, redistribute the clothes in the washer and reset the control dial for the final spin period.

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.

To receive warranty service

To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was purchased;or call Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance at the number listed below. Should you not receive satisfactory warranty service, please call or write:

Maytag Appliances Sales Company Attn: CAIR

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

U.S. 1-800-688-9900 Canada 1-800-688-2002 U.S. customers using TTY for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call 1-800-688-2080.

When contacting Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance about a service problem, please include the following:

a. Your name, address and telephone number; b. Model number and serial number (found on the back center of the

control panel) of your appliance;

c. Name and address of your dealer and the date the appliance was

purchased;

d. A clear description of the problem you are having. e. Proof of purchase.

What is not covered by these warranties:

1. Conditions and damages resulting from any of the following: a. Improper installation, deliver y, or maintenance.

b. Any repair, modification, alteration or adjustment not authorized by the

manufacturer or an authorized servicer.

c. Misuse, abuse, accidents, or unreasonable use. d. Incorrect electric current, voltage or supply. e. Improper setting of any control.

2. Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have been removed,

altered, or cannot be readily determined.

3. Products purchased for commercial or industrial use.

4. The cost of service or ser vice call to: a. Correct installation errors.

b. Instruct the user on proper use of the product. c. Transport the appliance to the servicer.

5. Consequential or incidental damages sustained by any person as a result

of any breach of these warranties.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so the above exclusion may not apply.

User’s Guides, service manuals and par ts catalogs are available from Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Maytag Customer Assistance.

Full One Year Warranty

For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge.

Limited Warranty

After the first year from date of original retail purchase, through the time periods listed below, the parts designated below which fail in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor, mileage and transportation.

Second Y ear Through T enth Y ear – All parts of the transmission assembly.

Second Year Through Lifetime – The inner wash basket.

Please Note: This full warranty and the limited warranty apply when the washer is located in the United States or Canada. Washers located elsewhere are covered by the limited warranty only, including parts which fail during the first one year.

Canadian Residents

This warranty covers only those appliances installed in Canada that have been listed with the Canadian Standards Association unless the appliances are brought into Canada due to transfer of residence from the United States to Canada.

The specific warranties expressed above are the ONLY warranties provided by the manufacturer. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

MAYTAG WASHER WARRANTY

MAYTAG •

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Street N.

• P.O. Box 39 • Newton, Iowa 50208

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