Maytag BRAVOS W10420493A Use And Care Manual page 15

TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/help
If you experience
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Odors
Fabric Damage
Incorrect dispenser
operation
for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
Possible Causes
Monthly 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
washing.
Fabric damage can occur if the washer
is tightly packed.
Garment care instructions may not
have been followed.
Liquid chlorine bleach may have been
added incorrectly.
Clogged dispensers or laundry
products dispensing too soon.
Liquid chlorine bleach not
used in dispenser.
Run the Clean Washer with AFFRESH™ cycle after every 30
washes. See "Cleaning Your Washer" 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 "Cleaning your Washer" 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.
Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.
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 is started.
Always read and follow garment manufacturer's care label
instructions. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with
the best cycle.
Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up
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.
Do not overfill dispenser. Overfilling causes immediate dispensing.
Always select Fabric Softener option to assure 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.
Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the Bleach dispenser.
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