Maytag MET3800XW1 Use And Care Manual page 17

TROUBLESHOOTING - WASHER cont.
in the U.S.A,
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an
adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
in Canada
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 4 prong outlet.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
In U.S.A. www.maytag.com/help - In Canada www.maytag.ca.
if you experience
Washer won't run
or fill, washer stops
working (cont.)
Washer not draining/
spinning, loads are
still wet
Possible Causes
Check proper electrical supply.
Normal washer operation.
Washer not loaded as
recommended.
Small items may have been caught
in pump or between basket and tub,
which can slow draining.
Use a cycle with a low spin speed.
Solution
Plug into a grounded outlet or reconnect power.
Do not use an extension cord.
Ensure there is power to outlet.
Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
Door must be closed for washer to run.
Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle. Do not
interrupt cycle.
Washer spins the dry load for several minutes before filling to
determine if load is balanced. You may hear the hum of the spins.
This is normal.
Remove several items, rearrange Toad evenly in basket and add
detergent. Close door and press PUSH TO START.
Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started
to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing.
Empty pockets and use garment bags for small items.
Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than cycles
with high spin speeds. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for
your garment. To remove extra water in the load, select Spin. Load
may need to be rearranged to allow even distribution of the load in
the basket.
Washer not loaded as recommended. Tightly packing or unbalanced loads will not allow the washer to
spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. See "Using Your
Washer" for loading recommendations.
Check plumbing for correct drain hose Check drain hose for proper installation. Use drain hose form
installation. Drain hose extends into and securely attach to drainpipe or tub. Do not tape over drain
standpipe farther than 4.5" (114 mm). opening. Lower drain hose if the end is higher than 96" (2.4 m)
above the floor. Remove any clogs from drain hose.
Too much detergent causing suds Always measure and follow detergent directions for your load. To
to slow or stop draining and spinning, remove extra suds, select Rinse and Spin. Do not add detergent.
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