Maytag SAV-5 User Manual

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

Operating Tips

Detergent
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Additional Tips

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

Select Water Level

Extra Rinse
Select Wash/Rinse Temperature
Select Wash/Spin Speed

Signal - End of Cycle
Select Cycle

Pull Control Dial Out to Start

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

Bleach Dispenser
Fabric Softener Dispenser
Finger Faucet

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

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

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

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

Guide d'utilisation

et d'entretien ........... 12

Guia de uso y cuidado ..... 24

Form No. B/10/03 Part No. 2200966 www.maytag.com Lithe U.S.A. _2003 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.

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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

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

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Read all instructions before using the appliance.
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.

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

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.
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.

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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.

Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be

produced in a hot water system that has not

been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN

GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has

not been used for such a period, before using a

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washing machine or combination washer-dryer,
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.

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.

I0,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.

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

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 [tseIt

Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids

(such as vinegar or rust remove0 in the same

wash. Hazardous fumes can form.
Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small

particles can stick to fabrics washed in following
loads and cause skin irritation.

Before the appliance is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to the washing
compartment.

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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Operutin9Tips

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 ° 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.

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

• Close lid carefully to avoid slamming.

Additionam Tips

. During the spin, it is possible for the load to become

unevenly distributed in the tub. 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 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 will not spin or

agitate when the lid is open. It will, however, fill with

the lid open so water is available for pretreating

stains or dihting 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.

UsingtheControls

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.

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.

Mini (select models) 1/4 Full

Small 1/4 - 1/3 Full

Medium 1/3 - 1/2 Full

Large 1/2 - 3/4 Full

Oversize 3/4 Full - Full

Control features vary by model

Note

• Items must circulate freely for best results.

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Extra Rinse (select models)

(if desired)
Provides an additional rinse near the end of the cycle

to more completely remove laundry additives,

perfumes, etc.

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.

Automatic Temperature Control (select models)

provides the optimal wash water temperature for
cleaning. To save energy, this washer will regulate

wash water temperatures by mixing hot and cold water
to reach the proper water temperature.

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UsingtheControls

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Control features vary by model.

White and heavily soiled, color-fast

Hot/Cold

items

Warm/Warm Moderately soiled, colored items

Warm/Cold Moderately soiled, colored items;

most wrinkle-free items

Cold/Cold Brightly colored, lightly soiled

items; washable woolens

These settings feature Automatic Temperature Control:

Saves energy by adding cold water

ATC Hot/Cold,

to the hot water from your water

Warm/Warm,

heater. Provides optimum cleaning

Warm/Cold

at lower temperatures.
May add hot water to the incoming

cold water as the washer fills. This

ATC Cold/Cold

assures that the water will be warm
enough to properly activate detergent.

Note

• In wash water temperatures below 65° F,
detergents do not dissolve well or clean well.

Select Wash/Spin Speed

(select models)
Some washer models have selectable wash and spin

speed combinations.

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Sturdy fabrics needing maximum

Regular water extraction like jeans, towels

Normal/Fast and bedding

Wrinkle Free Sturdy fabrics needing a slower spin
Normal/Slow speed to reduce wrinkling, such as

dress shirts and dress pants
Delicate fabrics needing slower spin

Delicate

Gentle/Slow speed because of clothing

construction

Hand Wash Intermittent slow agitation and soak

to gently wash the most delicate

Ex. Gentle/Slow

items

Models SAV2555 AND SAV2655

• The wash/spin speeds are automatically

programmed to assure proper agitation and
spinning for each load type. REGULAR cycles will

provide a normal/fast wash/spin speed.

WRINKLE FREE FABRICS will have a

normal/slow wash/spin speed along with a cool-
down spray rinse. DELICATES cycle will have a

gentle wash and slow final spin speed.

UsingtheControls

Signal

(select models[}

- End of Cycle

The end of cycle signal will sound once the cycle is

completed.

Select Cycle

To select a cycle, push the control dial IN and turn until
the pointer is at the soil level needed for the wash load.

Handwash Cycle [select models)

Intermittent slow agitation and soak for
delicate fabrics needing slow spin speed
because of clothing construction.

LIGHT: approximately 9
minutes of agitation

and soak.
EXTRA LIGHT: approximately

3 minutes of agitation and soak.

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Delicates Cycle

Delicates is designed for items
requiring delicate wash action
and uses the following settings:

Regular Cycle

Regular Cycle is used for normal,
sturdy fabrics and uses the
following settings:

PREWASH [select models): adds
approximately 6 minutes of wash

time.
EXTRA HEAVY: approximately 18

minutes of wash time.
HEAVY: approximately 15 minutes

of wash time.
NORMAL: approximately 12

minutes of wash time.
LIGHT: approximately 9 minutes of

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Soak Only [selectmodels)

Provides 9 minutes of agitation and
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.

NORMAL: approximately 9
minutes of wash time.

LIGHT: approximately 6 minutes
of wash time.

EXTRA LIGHT [select models):
approximately 3 minutes of wash time.

Wrinkle Free Fabrics

This cycle is designed for sturdy
fabrics needing a slower spin speed
to reduce wrinkling, such as dress

shirts and dress pants.
NORMAL: approximately 12

minutes of wash time.

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
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.

LIGHT: approximately 9 minutes of
wash time.

EXTRA LIGHT: approximately 6
minutes of wash time.

SpecialFeatures

B each Dispenser

The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid chlorine

bleach before it reaches your wash Ioad. To use, follow

these steps:

1_Measure liquid chlodne 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.

Fabric Softener Dispenser

(style varies by model)

This 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 liquid comes below line, add warm water.

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.

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.

Pour liquid chlorine bleach into

bleach dispenser.

Pour liquid fabric softener into cup and

dilute with warm water.

Finger Faucet (select models)

Provides a flow of water when holding the switch in

the "On" position.

Care& Cleanin9

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.

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.

Fabric Softener Dispenser (style varies by model)

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.

Do not use dishwashing liquid
inside the washer. Oversudsing can

occur,

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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

periodically 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.

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.

Storin9theWasher

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, Light, and add one cup of chlorine
bleach OR white vinegar to a full load of water
without clothes. Run the washer through a complete
cycle.

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 electrical supply

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

Troubleshootin j

Won't Fill

Won't Agitate

Won't Spin or Drain

Load is Wet

Stops

Leaks Water

Is Noisy

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.
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 pull knob out to start the washer. For your safety, washer will not

agitate or spin unless the lid is closed.
If drain height is over 15 feet, water may not be completely removed.
Suds lock - caused by too much suds. Rewash without detergent. Use correct

amount of a low-sudsing detergent.

• 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.

• A fast spin speed is recommended for heavy loads like jeans or towels, or if the
drain height is over six feet.

• 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.
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.

Troubleshooting

Fills with the Wrong
Temperature Water

Cycle Selector
Advances Through Off

• 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.

• 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.

• If Auto Temperature Control (select models) is selected, cold water may feel warmer
than cold water from the tap. (See page 4).

• 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.

• Extra Rinse (select models) is selected.

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