Washer Use; Starting; Using The Proper Detergent; First Wash Cycle Without Laundry - Maytag MHWE400WJ00 Use & Care Manual

Efficient Detergent System Dynamic Off-Balance Detection
This washer has a specially designed valve that closes during the wash portion of the cycle This washer uses two sensors to detect load size and the amount of off-balance within the
so that 100% of the water and detergent mixture is used on the load. The Efficient I)etergent load. The suspension system and controls are specially designed to redistribute the load
System ensures that no water or detergent is wasted, automatically.
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Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are dampened
with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on
it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
The following is a guide to using your washer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual
for more detailed information.
Do not store laundry products on the top surface of this washer. Vibration is normal during
operation.
Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package for this type of detergent will be marked
"HE" or "High Efficiency." This wash system, along with less wateB will create too much
sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in washer
errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component
failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount
of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the
amount of detergent to use. Remembec concentrated detergents such as 2x or higher will use
less detergent based on load size.
Use only H_ High _fficiency detergent.
First Wash Cycle Without Laundry
Before washing clothes for the first time, if not completed during the final installation step,
choose the Normal/Casual cycle and run it without clothes. Use only HE High Efficiency
detergent. Use _/_the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. This
initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is dean before washing clothes.
For All Wash Cycles
1. Open the washer door by pulling on the handle. Sort laundry according to color and type
of fabric. Place a load of sorted clothes in the washer. Do not overload washer.
Overloading can cause poor cleaning.
• The washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed. Washer door should close easily.