Maytag YMHWE201 CLEANING THE DISPENSER cont, Non-Use And Vacation Care, Transporting Your Washer

CLEANING THE DISPENSER cont.

4.Wash dispenser and cover panel in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent.

5.Rinse with warm water.

6.Air dry or wipe with a clean towel. Replace the insert.

7.Align edges of dispenser with guides in washer, then slide dispenser back into slot.

IMPORTANT: Dispenser is not dishwasher safe.

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

1.Unplug or disconnect power to washer.

2.Turn off water supply to washer to avoid flooding due to water pressure surges.

TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

1.Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.

3.Disconnect drain hose from drain system and from back of washer.

4.Unplug power cord.

5.Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.

6.Bundle power cord with a rubber band or cable tie to keep it from hanging onto the ground.

IMPORTANT: Call for service to install transport bolts. Washer must be moved with transport bolts and in the upright position. To avoid structural damage to your washer, it must be properly set up for relocation by a certified technician.

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving:

1.Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and connect washer.

2.Before using again, run washer through the following recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

1.Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets.

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1.Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run washer on RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3.Unplug washer or disconnect power.

IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of hose failure, replace inlet hoses every five years and periodically inspect for kinks, cuts, wear, or water leaks.

HELPFUL TIP: When replacing your inlet hoses, mark replacement date on label with a permanent marker.

2.Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3.Run washer through NORMAL cycle to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE detergent. Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-size load.

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