Midea MFH180-G1302DS F01E-US Technical Service Manual

Midea MFH180-G1302DS F01E-US Technical Service Manual

Midea front load washer

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Midea Consumer & Industrial
Technical Service Guide
JUNE 2020
Midea Front Load
Washer
Models:
MFH180-G1302DS_F01E-US
MFH180-G1302DS_F01E-EU
Midea Group
Little Swan Electric Co., Ltd

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  • Page 1 Midea Consumer & Industrial Technical Service Guide JUNE 2020 Midea Front Load Washer Models: MFH180-G1302DS_F01E-US MFH180-G1302DS_F01E-EU Midea Group Little Swan Electric Co., Ltd...
  • Page 2 If grounding wires, screws, straps, clips, nuts, or washers used to complete a path to ground are removed for service, they must be returned to their original position and properly fastened. Midea Consumer & Industrial Technical Service Guide Copyright © 202 All rights reserved.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Service Panel ..................................30 Service Test Mode ................................58 Stacking Instructions ...............................22 Top Panel ....................................30 Tub Gasket (Boot) ................................51 Using the Washer ................................12 Midea Washer Warranty..............................63 Washer Components ................................30 Washer Features ................................12 Wash Basket ..................................54 Water Level Senser ................................40 Water Valve ...................................41...
  • Page 4 Nomenclature Model Number MFH180-G1302DS_F01E Brand Display mode M= Midea Speed E=LED digital screen Feature Packages F=Front load washer Feature Packages System code F01=Door code G=Large drum Feature Packages Structural code H=Heating type D=Frequency conversion motor S=Double intake water Capacity/Conf guration...
  • Page 5 • UV stabilizers are utilized on the control panel, top cover, and door outer panel to prevent yellowing when exposed to sunlight. The Midea dryer can be installed on top of • the washer. • Pedestal available at additional cost. White (model number DZ210-H01(W)) and Diamond Gray (model number DZ210-H01(S)).
  • Page 6 CONTROL PANEL Models:MFH180-G1302DS/F01E-EU ECO 40-60 QUICK START Press the Power button. If the screen is dark, a press of the Power button will “wake up” the display. Select a wash cycle. (Defaults are set for ECO 40-60 each cycle. These default settings can be changed.
  • Page 7 CONTROL SETTING Power Press to “wake up” the display. If the display is active, press to put the washer into standby mode. NOTE: Pressing Power does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply. W ash Cycles The wash cycles are optimized for specific types of wash loads. The chart below will help you match the setting with the loads.
  • Page 8 Change the Soil level to To change the Soil level, SOIL LEVEL increase or decrease the press the Soil level button wash time to remove until you have reached different amounts of soil. the desired setting. You can choose between Extra Light, Light, Medium, Heavy or Extra Heavy soil levels.
  • Page 9 To use: Steam adds steam into the washer to assist with loosening stains on the STEAM Normal/Colors, Bulky/Sheets, Heavy Turn power ON and select a Duty, Whites, Towels, Sanitize or Hand wash cycle. Wash cycle. Select the Add Steam button to activate steam.
  • Page 10 Prewash is an extra wash before the PreWash must be selected prior to main wash. Use it for heavily soiled pressing Pause/Add a Garment. The PRE WASH clothes or for clothes with a care label PreWash feature will fill the washer with that recommends prewashing before cold water (adding the prewash washing.
  • Page 11 You can delay the start NOTE: If you forget to fully DELAY of a wash cycle for up to close the door, a remainder 24 hours. Press the Delay signal will beep reminding you to do so. Wash button to choose the amount of time you NOTE: If you open the door want to delay the start of...
  • Page 12 FEATURES THE DISPENSER DRAWER Slowly open the dispenser drawer by pulling it out until it stops. After adding laundry products, slowly close the dispenser drawer. Closing the drawer too quickly could result in early dispensing of the bleach, fabric softener or detergent. You may see water in the dispenser drawer at the end of the cycle.
  • Page 13 The Detergent Compartment • High-effi cient detergent is required for this washer. Use the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount. • Add measured detergent to the front left detergent compartment of the dispenser drawer. Remove for powder detergent Normal HE Liquid remove for powder Detergent Setting 2X HE Liquid...
  • Page 14 The Liquid Bleach Compartment IMPORTANT: Be sure to identify the correct compartment for bleach before using. If desired, measure out the recommended amount of liquid bleach, not to exceed cup (80 ml), and pour into the right compartment labeled “LIQUID BLEACH”. Do not exceed the maximum fill line.
  • Page 15 LOADING THE WASHER Wash drum may be fully loaded with loosely added items. Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.). To add items after washer has started, press Pause/Add a Garment and wait until the door is unlatched. The washer may take up to 30 seconds to unlock the door after pressing Pause/Add a Garment depending on the machine conditions.
  • Page 16 5. After the cycle is complete, leave the door open slightly for better ventilation. If for any reason the cycle needs to be interrupted, the door will not open immediately. Forcing open the door at this stage may cause water to flood.
  • Page 17 CLEANING THE PUMP FILTER Due to the nature of the front-load washer, it is sometimes possible for small articles to pass to the pump. The washer has a filter to capture lost items so they are not dumped to the drain. To retrieve lost items, clean out the pump filter.
  • Page 18 Turn the pump filter counterclockwise and remove the filter. Open slowly to allow the water to drain. Pour spout Clean the debris from the filter. Replace the filter and turn clockwise. Tighten securely. Flip up the pour spout. Close the access door. - 18 -...
  • Page 19 Pedestal Installation (Washer and Dryer) WARNING: Due to the size and weight of the Optional 12-in. high storage drawer pedestals with dividers are available to provide convenience and washer or dryer, and to reduce the risk of personal extra storage space for detergent, dryer sheets and injury or damage, 2 people are required for proper other cleaning supplies.
  • Page 20 Place the pedestal against the bottom of the Pull the drawer out to its stop position. washer or dryer. Ensure that the drawer front is Remove the screws from the drawer slides. at the front of the washer or dryer. Slide the drawer out of the base and set it aside.
  • Page 21 Screw locknuts onto the supplied leveling legs. Ensure that the slides are closed, then slide the Turn the nuts toward the bottom and against drawer into the opening. the rubber part of the leg. Align the drawer supports to the slides on each side.
  • Page 22 The Midea front load washer is designed to allow • Minimum vertical space from fl oor to overhead certain models of the Midea dryer to be placed on cabinets, ceiling, etc. is 43 inches without pedestal, 55 inches with pedestal, and 84 top (stacking).
  • Page 23 To stack the dryer: Remove the adhesive backing and fi rmly place the 4 rubber pads over the leg brackets. Caution: Do not lay dryer on its back. Use the packing material or a protective surface when laying dryer on its side. Carefully lay the dryer on its side.
  • Page 24 Set the dryer upright using packing material or a WARNING! protective surface that ensures the brackets do not damage the fl oor. Do not push on the dryer after it is stacked on the washer. Pushing on the dryer may result in pinched Place and level the washer in the approximate fi...
  • Page 25: Basic Wash Cycle

    Operation Overview Select the SPIN SPEED to change the fi nal spin speed Basic Wash Cycle of the cycles. Follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when selecting spin speed. Note: See for identifi cation Component Locator Views and location of washer components. Select the WASH TEMP to adjust the proper water temperature for the wash cycle.
  • Page 26 Eco Warm: The available selection of spin speeds is controlled by cycle selection. • Cold water valve energized. For example: • Cold selection is tempered by default for main Spin Speed Quick wash wash. Extra High 1300rpm • Cold can be tempered by cycling of hot water High 1150rpm valve to achieve target temperature of...
  • Page 27: Component Locator Views

    Component Locator Views Top View Water Valve Outlet Hose 3-Way Pipe Line Filter Water Valve Water Level Senser Dispenser Inlet Hose Dispenser Assembly Nozzle Hose Thermistor Heating Element Front View Pump Outlet Hose Motor Tub Drain Hose Inverter Pump (Continued Next Page) –...
  • Page 28 Component Locator Views (Con't) Tub Drive Pulley Belt Motor Dispenser Drawer – 28 –...
  • Page 29: Control And Inverter Board Connections

    Control and Inverter Board Connections Control Board Inverter Board – 29–...
  • Page 30 Washer Components Service Panel Top Panel WARNING: Sharp edges may be exposed when To remove the service panel: servicing washer. Use caution to avoid injury and Knock on the service board door with a flat wear Kevlar gloves or equivalent protection. head.
  • Page 31: Control Panel

    Control Panel The control panel is held in place with Phillips-head screws and tabs. Disconnect the wire harnesses from the control Pull the dispenser out to the stop position. Press down on the lock tab. Pull the dispenser out. panel. wire harness Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws from Pull the control panel out from the front of the...
  • Page 32 Control Board The control board is mounted in a housing that is attached to the inside of the control panel. The control board and housing are replaced as an assembly. The control board assembly is held in place by Phillips- head screws.
  • Page 33: Door Lock

    To remove the control board assembly: Door Lock Remove the control panel. (See Control Panel The door lock contains a door switch and solenoid Pull the cycle knob off. operated locking and unlocking mechanism. A release hook, located at the middle, allows for Remove the Phillips-head screws that hold the manual unlocking of the door.
  • Page 34: Door Strike

    Note: The door latch is solenoid activated. It can Use a long-nose pliers to grasp the wire loop at the spring location and expand it to clear the remain locked after power is removed. gasket. To manually unlock door: Disconnect the washer from electrical supply. WARNING: To avoid injury, ensure all mechanical movement has stopped.
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  • Page 36 Line Filter The line lter helps to smooth out any uctuations in voltage, protecting the control board and providing more reliable operation. The line lter is installed on the interior side of the rear panel, and is located left of the water valve. To check the line lter, look for the outer surface to be burnt by heat or a power surge.
  • Page 37 Water Level Control Operation Water Level Senser When the machine is empty, there is no water in the The water level senser is installed on the cabinet outer tub and no pressure in the air chamber, the right side top brace. The water level senser is sensor will output the empty frequency signal.
  • Page 38 The overfl ow water level is approximately 5.5 inches To remove the water level control: above the door opening. Overfl ow protection will Remove the top panel. (See Top Panel occur at this water level. Press down the single tab, then disconnect each Overf ow Water Level of the wire harness.
  • Page 39 To remove the water valve: Pump Disconnect the 4 connectors from the cold water The pump consists of a 120 VAC, 60-Hz motor, (C) solenoid. impeller, impeller housing, and a removable strainer that helps prevent foreign objects from entering the Disconnect the 2 connectors from the hot water pump impeller and drain outlet.
  • Page 40 To remove the pump: Disconnect the 2 wires from the pump. Remove the service panel. Caution: Under normal conditions, approximately 1 quart of water will drain out when the pump cleanout is removed. Place a shallow pan under the drain cleanout. Turn the pump cleanout counterclockwise approximately 2 turns, then pull outward.
  • Page 41: Heater Assembly

    Heating Element Specif cations: Heater Assembly • 120 VAC • The heater assembly is located above the pump, • 970 Watts and is accessed from the front of the washer. • Approximately 8 Amps • The heater assembly consists of a heating Approximately 15 Ω...
  • Page 42 To replace the Heater: To reinstall the heater assembly: Release the Six Corners With Elastic Cushion Slide the heater assembly into the tub opening Lock Nut with torque wrench. and inside the bracket attached to the outer tub. Torque Wrench Bracket Seat the heater assembly in the tub opening.
  • Page 43: Service Panel

    To remove the inverter: Inverter Remove the service panel. (See Service Panel The inverter receives commands from the control board and controls motor operation. Press the 4 tabs inward and remove the junction For the inverter to operate the motor correctly box cover.
  • Page 44 Motor Assembly The motor assembly consists of a reversible, variable speed, 3-phase induction DC motor, and sensor. The motor drives the tub drive pulley with a 7-rib belt. The sensor monitors motor rpm and is connected to the control board. The motor assembly is checked from the front of the washer and removed from the rear.
  • Page 45 Remove the belt by turning the tub drive pulley Note: The threaded plate can fall out of the and rolling the belt off the pulley. recessed slot in the motor mount. Ensure this plate is reinserted in the slot upon reassembly. Note: When reinstalling bolt, apply Locktite (Part # WX5X1005) to bolt threads.
  • Page 46 Door To remove the door components: Remove the 2 Phillips-head screws that hold the hinge to the front panel lift the door components to disengage from the front panel Note: Place the door on a soft protected fl at surface so that the door glass faces up. (The door should rest on the handle side) (Continued Next Page) –...
  • Page 47 Note: The door frame and protect cover are replaced Remove the 13 Phillips-head screws that hold as an assembly. the door back cover to the door frame. The door back cover and the hinge are replaced as an assembly. Grasp and unsnap the door cover from the door frame.
  • Page 48 Tub Gasket (Boot) Door Hinge To remove the door hinge: The tub gasket provides a watertight seal between the front and the outer tub. The front of the tub Remove the door. (See Door gasket is secured to the front panel fl ange by a spring and wire located in the fold of the gasket.
  • Page 49 Note: When reinstalling the nozzle to the gasket, it 4. Pull the tub gasket off the outer tub lip. may be helpful to remove the nozzle from the hose. Gasket Outside Gasket Inside Indent Outer Washer Nozzle . Loosen the 7-mm bolt that holds the wire and bolt assembly to the outer tub lip.
  • Page 50 Remove the pin that secures each damper to Dampers the chassis by pressing the lock tab while pulling the pin out. Each of the 4 dampers are secured to the outer tub by a gray upper bushing that locks in a slot in the Note: It may be helpful to tap the pins out with a outer tub.
  • Page 51 Wash Basket 8. Remove the (10-mm) hex-head screws and washers that hold the top counterweight to the The wash basket is contained inside the outer tub. outer tub. Lift the counterweight . The wash basket is rotated by a belt driven tub drive pulley.
  • Page 52 10. Disconnect the heater assembly wires. 11. Remove the plastic wire tie that holds the heater assembly wiring and the tub ground wire to the outer tub. 12. Remove the front dampers from the outer tub. (See Dampers 13. Remove the 23 (8-mm) hex-head screws from the perimeter of the outer tub.
  • Page 53: Top Panel

    Remove the tub vent hose from the left rear of Outer Tub Assembly and Suspension the outer tub: The outer tub assembly is constructed in two halves Note: The tub vent hose is diffi cult to remove. and contains the wash basket. The bearing and seal assembly is part of the outer tub rear half.
  • Page 54 Remove the 8-mm hex-head screw that holds Lift the outer tub assembly up, then release the the tub ground wire. Remove the ground wire 2 suspension springs from the slotted plastic from the outer tub wire guides.. inserts in the cabinet top braces. Carefully remove the tub assembly out the front of the cabinet.
  • Page 55 Service Test Mode The washer control has a service test mode that can be utilized by the service technician in order to test critical components and to access error codes. This test mode will help the service technician to quickly identify failed or improper operation of washer components. Caution: Testing is accomplished through built-in test procedures.
  • Page 56 Error Codes Error Code Description Problem Possible Cause/Action The water in After the error occurs,the timed out:the washer closes water level of the inlet valve the washing and enters the check the water system machine was suspended unchanged state. for 7minutes. •...
  • Page 57 Error Code Description Problem Possible Cause/Action the lock failed to the washing • 1. close the door lock machine tried 2. check the door lock to lock the door 3. the machanical connection of the door lock three times. 4. switch the power line and the zero line 5.
  • Page 58 Error Code Description Problem Possible Cause/Action E50/E55 inverter board inverter • change the inverter. speed signal lost board speed or blocked. signal lost frequency board E50/E56 motor • change the inverter. motor overtemperature overtemperature. frequency board E50/E57 frequency board • change the inverter radiator radiator...
  • Page 59 Washer : MFH210-G1301DS/F01E-US MFH210-G1301DSF01E-US13 MFH210-G1301DSF01E(S)-US13 MLH52S7AWW MLH52S7AGS...
  • Page 60 In the second through tenth years from the date of original purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Midea will pay for factory parts to replace the inverter motor if it fails and prevent an essential function of this major appliance and that existed when this major appliance was purchased.
  • Page 61 DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY Midea makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the representations contained in this warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes with this major appliance, you should ask Midea or your retailer about buying an extended warranty.
  • Page 62 REGISTRATION INFORMATION PROTECT YOUR PRODUCT: We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Midea product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as fire or theft.

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