Washer Care; Cleaning Your Washer; Water Inlet Hoses; Vacation, Storage, And Moving Care - Maytag MVWB800VB - 28" Washer With SuperSize Capacity Plus Use And Care Manual

Cleaning Your Washer

Washer Maintenance Procedure
This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes, in combination with
AFFRESH™ washer cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside
of the washer.
NOTES:
Read these instructions completely before beginning the cleaning process.
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After every 45 cycles, the Clean Washer Reminder status light glows. Light can be
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deactivated by running the Clean Washer with AFFRESH™ cycle or you can press the
Reminder Reset button and start the Clean Washer Reminder cycle count over again.
It is recommended that you allow the cleanout cycle to complete without interruptions. If
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necessary, the cleanout cycle may be cancelled by pressing the Power/Cancel button once.
IMPORTANT: If the cleanout cycle is cancelled, run a Rinse & Spin cycle to ensure that all
remaining washer cleaner or bleach is rinsed from the washer.
Begin procedure
1. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items from the washer.
2. Using the AffRESH™ washer cleaner (Recommended):
Add one AFFRESH™ washer cleaner tablet to the washer basket.
If using liquid chlorine bleach:
Add 1 cup (250 mL) liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach dispenser.
NOTE: Do not add any detergent or load to this cleaning cycle. Use of more than
1 cup (250 mL) of bleach will cause product damage over time.
3. Close the lid.
4. Turn Cycle Control knob to Clean Washer with AFFRESH™ cycle.
The Estimated Time Remaining display will show approximately 1:02.
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5. Press START/PAUSE.
The cycle will begin and water will dispense in the washer for a moment and pause,
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then the lid will lock and the cycle will continue.
Once the cleaning cycle has begun, allow the cycle to complete. An estimated cycle
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time will appear on the display.
Always do the following to maintain washer freshness
Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent when washing a clothes load.
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Repeat the cleaning procedure monthly, using one AFFRESH™ clean washer tablet
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or 1 cup (250 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach.
If the procedure does not sufficiently improve washer freshness, evaluate your
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installation and usage conditions for other causes.
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WASHER CARE

Cleaning the exterior
Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. Occasionally wipe the outside of your
washer to keep it looking new. Use mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive products.
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.

Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care

Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the
hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing
weather, winterize it.
Non-use or vacation care:
Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your
washer for an extended period of time, you should:
Unplug washer or disconnect power.
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Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid unintended flooding (due
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to a water pressure surge) while you are away.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3. Put 1 qt (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.
4. Run washer on the Rinse & Spin setting for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and
remaining water.
5. Unplug washer or disconnect power.

Water Inlet Hoses