About Detergent Concentration - Maytag MHW8000Y Use & Care Manual

WASHER MAINTENANCE
NON-USE AND VACATION CARE
Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving,
or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these
steps:
1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer.
2. Turn off water supply to washer to avoid flooding due
to water pressure surges.
3. Clean the dispenser. See "Cleaning the Dispenser."
WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage, install and store washer
where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in
hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving
during freezing weather, winterize your washer.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets, disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses.
2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run
washer on RINSE/DRAIN AND SPIN cycle for about
1 minute to mix antifreeze and remaining water.
3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of hose failure, replace inlet
hoses every five years and periodically inspect for kinks,
cuts, wear or water leaks.
HELPFUL TIP: When replacing your inlet hoses, mark
replacement date on label with a permanent marker.
TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses.
2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow
WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.
3. Disconnect drain hose from drain system and from back
of washer.
4. Unplug power cord.
5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.
6. Bundle power cord with a rubber band or cable tie to
keep it from hanging onto the ground.
IMPORTANT: Call for service to install new transport bolts.
Do not reuse transport bolts. Washer must be transported
in the upright position. To avoid structural damage to your
washer, it must be properly set up for relocation
by a certified technician.
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REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,
or moving:
1. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to locate, level, and
connect washer.
2. Before using again, run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet
hoses. Turn on both water faucets.
2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3. Run washer through POWER WASH cycle to clean
washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE
detergent. Use half the manufacturer's recommended
amount for a medium-size load.
ABOUT DETERGENT
CONCENTRATION
Today's liquid HE detergents are concentrated. Most brands of
concentrated HE detergent will show the level of concentration
on the bottle. If so, simply set the concentration level in the
Optimal Dispense menu to match the level shown on the bottle.
However, if the detergent bottle does not give the concentration,
it can be easily calculated. Just divide the package size in fluid
ounces by the number of loads. Then refer to the chart below to
find the concentration.
If you do not get your desired cleaning results, try using a lower
concentration number. If you have excess suds, try using a higher
concentration number.
Concentration Number of ounces ÷ number of loads
1x
2x
3x
4x
5x
6x
>2.5
1.5–2.49
0.9–1.49
0.7–0.89
0.5–0.69
0.3–0.49