Maytag W10550279A Use & Care Manual page 18

TROUBLESHOOTING
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If you experience | Possible Causes | Solution
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Odors
Fabric Damage
Incorrect dispenser
operation
Clean washer maintenance not done as
recommended.
Not using HE detergent or using too
much HE detergent.
Sharp items were in pockets during
wash cycle.
Strings and straps could have tangled.
Items may have been damaged before
Run the Clean Washer with affresh _ cycle after every 30 washes.
See "Washer Care" in "Washer Maintenance."
Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete.
Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly.
Always follow the detergent directions.
See "Washer Care" section.
Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before
washing to avoid snags and tears.
Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.
Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
washing.
Fabric damage can occur if the load is Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.
tightly packed. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate.
Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.
Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.
Garment care instructions may not Always read and follow garment manufacturer's care label
have been followed, instructions. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with
the best cycle.
Liquid chlorine bleach may have been Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up
added incorrectly, bleach spills.
Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than
recommended by manufacturer.
Do not place load items on top of bleach dispenser when
loading and unloading washer.
Clogged dispensers or laundry Do not overfill dispenser. Overfilling causes immediate dispensing.
products dispensing too soon. Always select FABRIC SOFTENER and/or OXI TREAT option to
ensure proper dispensing.
Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
It is normal for small amounts of water to be remain in dispenser at
the end of the cycle.
Homes with low water pressure may result in residual powder in the
dispenser. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible,
depending on your load.
Liquid chlorine bleach not used in Use liquid chlorine bleach only in the liquid chlorine bleach
dispenser or Oxi Treat Stains option not dispenser.
selected. You may only place Oxi products directly in the liquid chlorine
bleach dispener. If using Oxi products, be sure to select OXI TREAT
STAINS option. Do not use both liquid chlorine bleach and Oxi
_ product in the same load.
Single-dose laundry Adding laundry packet incorrectly Be sure laundry packet is added to washer basket before adding
packet not dissolving clothes. Do not add packet to dispenser. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions to avoid damage to your garments.
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