Maytag SAV4655EWQ Use & Care Manual page 10

Troubleshootin j
Won't Fill
Won't Agitate
Won't Spin or Drain
Load is Wet
Stops
Leaks Water
Is Noisy
Plug cord into live electrical outlet.
Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull knob out to start the washer.
Turn both faucets on fully.
Straighten inlet hoses.
Disconnect hoses and clean screens. Hose filter screens may be plugged.
Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Make sure the lid is completely closed.
Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull knob out to start the washer.
Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer. For your safety, washer will not
agitate or spin unless the lid is closed.
Pauses are normal. Wait and see if the washer will start again.
Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.
Straighten drain hoses. Eliminate kinked hoses. If there is a home drain restriction,
call for drain service.
Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer. For your safety, washer will not
agitate or spin unless the lid is closed.
If drain height is over 15 feet, water may not be completely removed.
Suds lock - caused by too much suds. Rewash without detergent. Use correct
amount of a low-sudsing detergent.
• Unevenly distributed load. Redistribute the load, close the lid and pull knob out.
Check for leveling. Be sure water level is acceptable for load size.
• A fast spin speed is recommended for heavy loads like jeans or towels, or if the
drain height is over six feet.
• Plug cord into live electrical outlet.
• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.
• Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull knob out to start the washer.
• Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer. For your safety, washer will not
agitate or spin unless lid is closed.
This may be a pause or soak period in the cycle. Wait briefly and it may start.
Make sure hose connections are tight.
Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted and secured to drain facility.
Avoid extended soaking - soak for 30 minutes or less.
Avoid overloading.
Be sure washer is leveled properly as outlined in installation manual.
Weak floors can cause vibration and walking.
Be sure rubber feet are installed on leveling legs.
Operating sounds will vary depending on agitation speed.