Maytag YMHWE201, YMHWE251, YMHWE301 manual Can result in odor

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

If you experience

Possible Causes

Solution

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

Not cleaning or

Not washing like colors together.

Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle

removing stains (cont.)

 

is complete to avoid dye transfer.

 

 

 

 

Not enough detergent used,

Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or

 

or hard water.

hard water.

Odors

Monthly maintenance not done as

Run the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle monthly.

 

recommended.

See “Washer Care” in Washer Maintenance .

 

 

 

 

 

Not using HE detergent or using too

Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always

 

much HE detergent.

follow the manufacturer’s directions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The suds from non-HE detergent can cause a film residue which

 

 

can result in odor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

See “Washer Care” section.

 

 

 

 

 

Door not left open after use.

This washer has a tight seal to avoid water leaks. To avoid

 

 

odors, leave the door open to allow the washer to dry

 

 

between uses.

Fabric Damage

Sharp items were in pockets during

Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before

 

wash cycle.

washing to avoid snags and tears.

 

 

 

 

 

Strings and straps could have tangled.

Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.

 

 

 

 

 

Items may have been damaged before

Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.

 

washing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fabric damage can occur if washer is

Avoid tightly packing the washer. Load with dry items only.

 

 

tightly packed.

 

 

 

Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer is started.

 

 

 

 

 

Liquid chlorine bleach may have been

Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up

 

added incorrectly.

bleach spills.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than

 

 

recommended by manufacturer.

 

 

 

 

Gray whites, dingy

Load not sorted properly.

The transfer of dye can occur when mixing whites and colors in

colors

 

a load. Sort dark clothes from whites and lights.

 

 

 

 

 

Wash temperatures too low.

Use hot or warm washes if safe for the load. Make sure your hot

 

 

water system is adequate to provide a hot water wash.

 

 

 

 

 

Not enough detergent used,

Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or

 

or hard water.

hard water.

 

 

 

 

Incorrect dispenser

Clogged dispensers or laundry

Do not overfill dispenser. Overfilling causes immediate dispensing.

operation

products dispensing too soon.

 

 

Clean the dispenser compartments, see “Cleaning the Dispenser”

 

 

 

 

for more information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Load dispensers before starting a cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Measure detergent and fabric softener. Slowly pour into the

 

 

dispensers. Wipe up all spills.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

Liquid chlorine bleach added to

Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the liquid chlorine bleach

 

wrong compartment.

compartment.

 

 

 

 

 

Color-safe bleach or oxi products

Add color-safe bleach or oxi products to the HE detergent

 

was added to liquid chlorine bleach

compartment or directly to the washer basket before adding the

 

compartment.

load. Do not use the chlorine bleach dispenser for color-safe bleach

 

 

or oxi products.

 

 

 

 

 

Water in dispenser after cycle has

It is normal for small amounts of water to remain in dispenser at the

 

finished.

end of the cycle.

 

 

 

 

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Contents Use & Care Guide Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien W10484488AWasher Safety Table of ContentsAccessories AccessoiresControl Panel and Features Cycle Status IndicatorsTemp Level Spin SpeedDelay Start Cycle Signal2nd Rinse PrewashCycle Status Indicators Speed Level Options Settings Cycle Guide Standard CyclesModels YMHWE201** and YMHWE251 Model YMHWE301Cycle Guide SPECIAL-PURPOSE Cycles Load Size RecommendationsUsing Your Washer Choosing the Right DetergentFirst wash cycle without laundry Sort and prepare your laundryUsing the Dispenser Add HE detergent to dispenserAdd fabric softener to dispenser if desired To dispenser if desiredAdjust cycle settings, if desired To set Delay StartSelect Cycle Door LockedWasher Maintenance Cleaning Your Front Loading WasherRemove garments promptly after cycle is finished Washer CareCleaning the Dispenser Washer CareCleaning the Dispenser REINSTALLING/USING Washer AgainNON-USE and Vacation Care Transporting Your WasherVibration or Off-Balance If you experience Possible Causes SolutionError Code Appears in Display Washer not performing as expected NoisesWater Leaks Troubleshooting If you experience Possible causes Load is wrinkled Can result in odor Increasing cycle times This limited warranty does not cover Maytag atSécurité DE LA Laveuse Bouton START/PAUSE mise en marche/pause Tableau DE Commande ET CaractéristiquesBouton POWER/CANCEL mise sous tension/ d’annulation Delay Start mise en marche différée Cycle Signal signal de programmeControl Lock verrouillage des commandes Soil Level niveau de saletéTémoins Lumineux DE Programme Guide DES Programmes Programmes Standard Modèles YMHWE201** et YMHWE251 Modèle YMHWE301Guide DES Programmes Programmes Spéciaux HighPremier programme de lavage sans vêtements Utilisation DE LA LaveuseChoix du détergent approprié Ajouter du détergent HE au distributeur Sélectionner le Programme Réglage de Delay Start mise en marche différée Ajuster les réglages de programme si désiréSélectionner des options supplémentaires si désiré Door Lock verrouillage de la porteEntretien DE LA Laveuse Entretien DE LA LaveuseEntretien DE LA Laveuse suite Nettoyage de la laveuse à chargement frontalNettoyage DU Distributeur Méthode avec l’agent de blanchiment au chloreDescription du programme de nettoyage de la laveuse Annulation du programme de nettoyage de la laveuseRÉINSTALLATION/RÉUTILISATION DE LA Laveuse NON Utilisation ET Entretien EN Période DE VacancesEntretien Pour Entreposage Hivernal Transport DE LA LaveuseUn code d’erreur apparaît sur l’affichage Vibrations ou déséquilibreLa laveuse ne fonctionne pas comme prévu BruitsFuites d’eau La laveuse ne fonctionne pas comme prévu suite De 4,5 114 mm Consulter le Guide de programmes pour connaître les Dépannage Dépannage Cela, sélectionner une température de lavage plus chaude Dépannage Garantie Limitée DES Appareils DE Buanderie Maytag La présente garantie limitée ne couvre pasPage If you need replacement parts or to order accessories Our consultants provide assistance withFor more assistance Nos consultants fournissent ’assistance pour

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