Maytag MVWB766FW Use & Care Manual page 18

TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help -
If you experience
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Fabric Damage
Odors
Lid locked light is
flashing
Powdered detergent not
dissolving completely in
load
Single-dose laundry
packet not dissolving
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In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
Possible Causes
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 washer is
tightly packed.
Liquid chlorine bleach may have been
added incorrectly.
Garment care instructions may not
have been followed.
Monthly maintenance not done as
recommended.
Using wrong or too much detergent.
The lid is not closed.
A cycle was stopped or paused
using the Start/Pause button.
Using too much HE detergent.
Water temperature is very cold.
Adding laundry packet incorrectly.
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 items in loose heaps evenly around the agitator.
Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.
Add only 1 or 2 additional items after washer is started.
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.
Always read and follow garment manufacturer's care label
instructions. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with
the best cycle.
Run the Clean Washer with affresh
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 manufacturer's directions.
See "Washer Care" section.
Close the lid. The washer will not start or fill with the lid open.
The washer may still be spinning. The lid will not unlock until the
basket has stopped spinning. This may take several minutes if
washing large loads or heavy fabrics.
Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount
of detergent to use.
Select a warmer wash temperature.
Try adding the detergent to the basket prior to adding laundry,
rather than using the detergent dispenser.
Be sure laundry packet is added to washer basket before adding
clothes. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to avoid damage to
your items.
Solution
cycle after every 30 washes.
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