Care And Cleaning - Maytag Performa PAV1000 User Manual

3. Automatic Lint 6. Unbalanced Spin
Filtering System Load Compensator
The Lint Filtering System does not require cleaning. Your new washer is designed to handle out-of-balance
Wash and rinse water is filtered and re-filtered contin- loads without shutting down or interrupting the wash-
uously to trap lint shed by most fabrics during the agi- ing cycle.
tation cycle before it can be re-deposited on the wash For this reason, the cycle will always be completed. If
load. The engineered hole design on the wash basket in heavier fabrics in such out-of-balance loads should ever
conjunction with water flow produced by the agitator, contain excessive moisture at the completion of the
traps lint away from the clothes between the inner cycle, redistribute the clothes in the washer and reset
wash basket and the outer tub. Lint is automatically the control dial for the final spin period.
flushed from the washer during the spin cycle.
4. Scrubber 7. Overload Protector
A built-in protector automatically shuts off the washer
The Scrubber, located on the agitator can be used for motor in case of an overload. This can occur if:
pretreating heavily soiled items. Use a paste made from
detergent and water and apply to the soiled area. Work • Too heavy a load is being washed.
the paste in by moving the fabric back and forth over • Too many appliances are plugged into the line oper-
Scrubber surface. The Scrubber is most helpful in treat- ating your washer.
ing soil on necklines, socks and knees of trousers.
• A low voltage condition exists on the line.
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Safety Spin
• Lid is opened and closed repeatedly.
If for any reason you open the washer lid when the The overload protector permits the washer to start
washer is in a spin or extract period, the operation will again when the motor has cooled to a safe operating
immediately stop. This is for your personal safety. If temperature.
your washer does not stop, call your service technician If the motor stops repeatedly, call your service technician.
immediately. When the lid is closed, the operation will
automatically resume.
Care & Cleaning
1. After washing, leave the lid open until the interior is d13a 7. The top of the washer should not be used for removing
2. Check hoses to be sure there are no kinks or knots, stains from garments. Some stain removers, such as rust
remover, will mar the finish.
3. Your washer should not be installed where tempera-
rares will go below freezing, as damage to the washer 8. Remove pins, buckles or other sharp objects from
could result, clothes to prevent scratching interior parts.
9. Clothes should not be stored in washer.
4. Occasionally wipe exterior with a clean damp sponge or
cloth. Polish with a soft dry cloth. If desired, occasional- 10. Bleach, detergent, solvents, etc. spilled on the top of
ly polish, being careful not to use polish on plastic parts, your washer that are allowed to remain will remove the
5. Lifetime lubrication is done at the factory, so your wash- glossy finish. Remove all spills with a damp, soft cloth.
er never needs to be oiled or greased. 11. If you close your home for the winter, have a service
technician drain the washer. Unplug cord from electrical
6. Do not lay heavy or sharp objects on top of your wash- outlet and disconnect hoses from faucets.
er.
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