Maytag W10550277A Use & Care Manual page 16

TROUBLESHOOTING
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Not cleaning or removing Not using HE detergent or using too Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly.
stains (cont.) much HE detergent. (cont.) Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on
load size and soil level.
Not using correct cycle for fabric type. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash
temperature to improve cleaning.
If using Rapid Wash cycle, wash only a few items.
Use Power Wash, Whites, or Heavy Duty cycle for tough
cleaning.
See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with the best cycle.
Not using dispensers. Use dispensers to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener staining.
Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
Avoid overfilling.
Do not add products directly onto load.
Not washing like colors together. Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle
is complete to avoid dye transfer.
Odors Clean washer maintenance not done as Run the Clean Washer with affresh _ cycle after every 30 washes.
recommended. See "Washer Care" in "Washer Maintenance."
Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete.
Not using HE detergent or using too Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly.
much HE detergent. Always follow the detergent directions.
See "Washer Care" section.
Fabric Damage 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.
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 the load is
tightly packed.
Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.
Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate.
Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.
Incorrect dispenser
operation
L Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.
Garment care instructions may not Always read and follow garment manufacturer's care label
have been followed, instructions. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with
Liquid chlorine bleach may have been
added incorrectly.
Clogged dispensers or laundry
products dispensing too soon.
the best cycle.
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.
Do not overfill dispenser. Overfilling causes immediate
dispensing.
Always select FABRIC SOFTENER option to ensure proper
dispensing.
Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
It is normal for small amounts of water to be remain in dispenser at
the end of the cycle.
Homes with low water pressure may result in residual powder in the
dispenser. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible,
depending on your load.
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