WELCOME
Welcome and congratulations on your pur- chase of a Maytag Neptune _ washert Your complete satisfaction is very important to us. For best results, we suggest reading this mate- rial to help acquaint you with proper oper- ating and maintenance procedures.
Should you need assistancein the future, it is helpful to:
I)Have complete model and serial number identification of your washer.This is located on a data plate on the door.
Date of Purchase
Model Number
Serial Number
2) IMPORTANT: Keep this guide and the sales receipt in a safe place for
future reference. Proof of original purchase date is needed for warranty service.
If you have questions, write us (include your
model, serial number and phone number) or call:
MaytagAppliances Sales Company
Arm: CAIR ° Center
RO. Box 2370
Cleveland,TN
(for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired)
For service and warranty informa- tion, see page 15.
NOTE: In our continuing effort to improve the quality of our appliances, it
may be necessary to make changes to
the appliance without revising this
guide.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
_WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when usingthe appliance,follow basicprecautions,includingthe following:
1 Read all instructions before usingthe appliance.
2As with any equipment using electricity and having moving parts, there are potential hazards. To use this appliance safely,the operator should become familiar with the instructions for operation of the appliance and always exercise care when using it.
3Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
4Install and level the clothes washer on a floor that can support the weight.
5This appliance must be properly grounded. Never plug the appliance cord into a receptacle which is not grounded adequately and in accordance with local and national codes. Seeinstallation instructions for grounding this appliance.
6To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion:
•Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
Any material on which you have used a cleaning solvent, or which is saturated
with flammableliquids or solids, should not be placed in the clothes washer until all traces of these liquids or solids and their fumes havebeen removed.
These items include acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax
removers.
Do not add gasoline,
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine or combination
release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gasis flammable,do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
Unplug power supply cord before attempting to service your clothes washer. Do not reach into the appliance if the tumbler is moving.
9 Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children 110is necessarywhen the appliance is used near children.
Do not tamper with controls.
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Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in published
12Store laundry aids and other material in a cool, dry place where children cannot reach them.
13Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetableor cookingoil.These items may contain some oil after laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.
14Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids (suchas vinegar or rust remover) in the same wash. Hazardous fumes can form.
15Do not machinewash fiberglassmaterials.Small particles can stick to fabricswashed in following loadsand causeskin irritation.
16Before the appliance is removedfrom serviceor discarded,removethe door to the washingcompartment.
1_ Do not sit on top of the clotheswasher.
18Inlet hoses are subject to damageand deterioration over time. Check the hoses periodicallyfor bulges,kinks, cuts,wear or leaksand replace them every five years.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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