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ORDER # 250077
Operating
Instructions
for
MAYI'AG
Porta- Washer _, Model
A50
®
For future
reference we suggest you record the model number,
series number,
and serial number
(six numbers
and two letters) of this portable
washer in the spaces provided below.
This information
can be found on the data plate located on the upper left-hand
corner
of the back.
Model
Series
Serial No.
It
I
THE CONTROLS
The lid latch also controls
the
spinning action and drain purr_p.
Pull forward
to start; press down
on back of latch and push back to
stop and to unlock spinner
lid.
This dial controls draining.
Set on "Wash Drain" to drain
the wash tub; on "Spin Drain"
to drain the spinner.
This dial starts the washing
action and controls wash time.
Service manuals and parts catalogs
are available
from
the Service
Dept.,
The
Maytag
Company,
Newton,
Iowa, 50208, at a nominal charge.

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  • Page 1 This dial starts the washing the wash tub; on "Spin Drain" action and controls wash time. to drain the spinner. Service manuals and parts catalogs are available from the Service Dept., Maytag Company, Newton, Iowa, 50208, at a nominal charge.
  • Page 2 BEFORE WASHING SORT CLOTHES INTO LOADS. 1. The garments should be properly sorted according the water. Some typical full loads are: to color--white, light or dark; construction--regular 1 Double sheet, 1 pillowcase, 2 towels, 1 T-shirt, or delicate; fabric--regular or permanent press;...
  • Page 3 SPECIFIC WASHING INSTRUCTIONS WASH: 1. Make certain the time control dial is "off." Plug power cord into adequately grounded, 3-prong recep- tacle. 2. Connect funnel end of fill hose to the faucet. The funnel end of the fill hose must be rolled back so that it will fit tightly on the faucet.
  • Page 4 6. Close lid andreset t imecontrol d ial to the desired washing t ime: DELICA TE - This setting is used to wash garments delicate construction, sheer fabrics, or for lace-trimmed garments. It provides up to 1½ minutes of water action. PERMANENT PRESS - This setting provides...
  • Page 5 3. Closespinner l id andpull lid latch forwarduntil it locksinto place. T hisstartsthe spinner. A llow it to spinapproximately oneminutefor regularfabrics;15 seconds for delicates, permanent press and30seconds for washable w oolens. Stop spinner by pressing down on back of latch and pushing it back.
  • Page 6 TO RINSE: 1. Fill wash tub to front edge of black water level indicator bar. Loads may be rinsed in the same water but it will be necessary to add more water for the additional loads. 2. If desired, add fabric softener to rinse water cording...
  • Page 7 (c) Name address of your dealer date the appliance was bought; 3. Write to: Service Department (d) A clear description of the problem The Maytag Company are having. Newton, Iowa 50208...
  • Page 8 2. After raising the spinner lid, and before reaching operated at the same time, consult with your Maytag in, BE SURE SPINNER BASKET dealer or electric utility instructions. STOPPED SPINNING COMPLETELY. PORTABLEWASHER WARRANTY...

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