Maytag W10420493A-SP Washer User Manual


 
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USING YOUR WASHER
• Emptypockets.Loosechange,buttons,oranysmall
object can pass under the washplate 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.
Hand-wash
items or
dripping wet
items
Drain &
Spin
This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying
times for heavy fabrics 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.
Max
Extract
Medium
Low
No garments
in washer
Clean
Washer
with
Affresh
Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep
the inside of your 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 “Cleaning
Your Washer.”
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.
1. Sort and prepare your laundry
• 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. See “Cycle Guide” for tips and more information
on using the Bulky cycle.
• 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 labels instructions
to avoid damage to your garments.
CYCLE GUIDE
Items to
wash:
Cycle:
Wash/Rinse
Temperature:
Spin
Speed:
Soil
Level:
Available
Options:
Cycle Details:
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle.
For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best ts the load being washed.
Not all cycles and options are available on all models.