Maytag MVWX550XW Load dispensers before starting a cycle, Avoid overfilling, Fabric damage

TROUBLESHOOTING

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If you experience

Possible Causes

Solution

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

Not cleaning or	Not using HE detergent or using too much	The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from
removing stains (cont.)	HE detergent.	operating correctly.
		Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly.
		Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer’s 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.
		Use Whites and Power Wash cycle for tough cleaning.
	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 to load.
	Not washing like colors together.	Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle is
		complete to avoid dye transfer.
Small amount of water	Normal dispenser operation.	It is normal for small amounts of water to remain in dispenser.
still in dispenser after
cycle
Incorrect dispenser	Clogged dispensers or laundry	Do not overfill dispenser, which causes immediate dispensing.
operation	products dispensing too soon.
		Always select Fabric Softener option to assure proper dispensing.
		Load dispensers before starting a 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, or use liquid HE detergent.
		Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser.
	Residual powder in dispenser.	In wash water temperatures colder than 60° F (15.6° C), some
		detergents do not dissolve well. Soils may be difficult to remove.
		To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on
		your load, or use liquid HE detergent.
Fabric damage	Sharp items were in pockets during wash	Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before washing
	cycle.	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 load is tightly	Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Load with
	packed.	dry items only.
		Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.
		Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is started.
	Liquid chlorine bleach may have been	Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up bleach
	added incorrectly.	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.
	Garment care instructions may not have	Always read and follow garment manufacturer’s care label
	been followed.	instructions.
Odors	Monthly maintenance not done as	Run the Clean Washer cycle with AFFRESH™ monthly. See “Cleaning
	recommended.	Your Washer” in Washer Maintenance.
	Using wrong or too much detergent.	Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly.
		Always follow the manufacturer’s directions.
		See “Cleaning your Washer” section.
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