Using Your Washer - Maytag MHW5500FW Use & Care Manual

USING YOUR WASHER

First wash cycle without laundry
Before washing clothes for the first time, add liquid or powdered
HE detergent to the detergent dispenser. Choose the QUICK
WASH cycle and run it without clothes. Use only HE detergent.
This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean and the
dispenser drawer is ready for use before washing clothes.
1.
Sort and prepare your laundry
Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and
colorfastness. Separate heavily soiled items from lightly
soiled. Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. Treat
stains promptly and check for colorfastness by testing stain
remover products on an inside seam.
IMPORTANT:
Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object
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can plug pumps and may require a service call.
Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and
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remove non-washable trim and ornaments.
Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items
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during washing.
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Turn knits inside out to prevent pilling. Separate lint-takers from
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lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up
lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.
Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because
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heat can set stains into fabric.
Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry
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product instructions. Improper usage may cause damage
to your garments.
2.
Add laundry products (if desired)
Add single-dose laundry packets, Oxi-type boosters, color-
safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals to the drum prior to
adding laundry.
NOTE: Always follow manufacturer's instructions.