Cycle Guide - Maytag MHW5500FW Use & Care Manual

CYCLE GUIDE

Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle, options, and settings
that best fit the load being washed. Not all settings are available with each cycle and some options cannot be used together.
Not all cycles and options are available on all models.
Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle.
Small load: Fill the washer drum with 3–4 items, not more
than ¼ full.
Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about ½ full.
Items to wash
using default
cycle settings: Cycle:
Normally soiled Normal
cottons, linens,
sheets, and
mixed garment
loads
Bright or darkly Cold
colored cottons, Wash
linens, casual,
and mixed loads
Lightly soiled Wrinkle
shirts, blouses, Control
trousers, pants,
and dresses
Sheer fabrics, Delicates
lingerie,
sweaters, and
lightly soiled
shirts, blouses,
trousers, pants,
and skirts
Normally Bedding
soiled sheets,
pillowcases,
light blankets,
or throws
*All temperature selections feature a Cold rinse.
**The Steam for Stains option is only available when a Warm, Hot, or Extra Hot water temperature is selected.
***Spin speed varies by model.
Wash Spin
Temperature:* Speed:***
Extra Hot Max Extract™/
Extra High
Hot
Warm High
Cool Med
Cold None
Cold Max Extract™/
Extra High
High
Med
None
Extra Hot Max Extract™/
Hot Extra High
Warm High
Med
Cool
Cold Low
None
Extra Hot Max Extract™/
Hot Extra High
Warm High
Cool Med
Cold Low
None
Extra Hot Max Extract™/
Hot Extra High
Warm High
Cool Med
Cold Low
None
Large load: Fill the washer drum up to about ¾ full.
Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make
sure clothes can tumble freely. For best results, avoid
packing tightly.
Soil Available
Level: Options:
Extra Steam for
Heavy Stains**
Med Fresh Hold
®
Light Extra Rinse
Delay Hrs.
Extra Fresh Hold
®
Heavy Extra Rinse
Med
Delay Hrs.
Light
Extra Steam for
Heavy Stains**
Med Fresh Hold
®
Light
Extra Rinse
Delay Hrs.
Extra Steam for
Heavy Stains**
Med Fresh Hold
®
Light Extra Rinse
Delay Hrs.
Extra Steam for
Heavy Stains**
Med Fresh Hold
®
Light Extra Rinse
Delay Hrs.
Cycle Details:
This cycle combines
medium-speed tumbling
and an extra-high-speed
spin. This cycle is designed
to provide the most energy
efficiency.
This cycle uses a
concentrated detergent
solution along with cold
water throughout the cycle
to gently lift out stains and
care for fabrics.
This cycle combines
low-speed tumbling and
medium-speed spin for
gentle fabric care and
reduced wrinkling.
This cycle combines low-
speed tumbling and low-
speed spin for gentle fabric
care and reduced wrinkling.
The wash action of this
cycle is designed to keep
large items from tangling
and balling up.
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