Care & Cleaning - Maytag Y81921 A Guide D'utilisation

Care & Cleaning
Control Panel Care
Clean the control panel with a soft damp cloth. Do not
use any abrasive powders or cleaning pads.
Cabinet Care
Simply wipe off any marks with soap and water. Use
an appliance wax once a year if desired.
Your appliance should not be installed where
temperatures will go below freezing, as damage to the
washer could result.
Remove pins, buckles or other sharp objects from
clothes to prevent scratching interior parts.
Bleach, detergent, solvents, etc. spilled on the top of
your washer that are allowed to remain will remove the
glossy finish. Remove all spills with a damp, soft cloth.
Do not lay heavy or sharp objects on top of your
washer.
The top of the washer should not be used for
removing stains from garments. Some stain removers,
such as rust remover, will mar the finish.
Washer Care
Lint Filter
The SELF-CLEAN LINT FILTER in the washer is
located under the agitator and cleans itself. During the
wash and rinse portion of the cycle, lint is collected on
the filter. The filter is then flushed automatically during
the spin and drain.
Cleaning the Interior
Clean the interior of the washer periodically to remove
any dirt, soil, odor, mold, mildew or bacteria residue
that may remain in the washer as a result of washing
clothes. We recommend taking the following steps
every 60 to 120 days to clean and freshen your washer
interior. The frequency with which the washer should
be cleaned and freshened depends on factors such as
usage, the amount of dirt, soil or bacteria being run
through your washer, or the use of cold water. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in
unsatisfactory conditions, including unpleasant odor
and/or permanent stains on the washer or washload.
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To clean and freshen the washer interior:
1. Add a measured amount of chlorine bleach to the
bleach dispenser, following package directions.
2. Add 1/4 cup of detergent to the tub.
3. Run the washer without a load through a complete
cycle using hot water.
4. Repeat the process if necessary.
Dryer Care
Tumbler
Remove any stains such as crayon, ink pen or fabric
dye from new items (such as towels or jeans) with an
all-purpose cleaner. Then tumble old towels or rags to
remove any excess stain or cleaning substance. Once
these steps are done, stains may still be visible, but
should not transfer to subsequent loads.
Exhaust System Cleaning
Inspect and clean once a year to maintain optimum
performance. The outside exhaust hood should be
cleaned more frequently to ensure proper operation.
(Refer to the Installation Instructions for more
information.)
Storing the Appliance
If you close your home for the winter, have a service
technician drain the washer. Unplug cord from
electrical outlet and disconnect hoses from faucets.
Note:
For extended periods of storage or storage
during extreme cold temperatures, call Maytag
Customer Service in the U.S. at 1-800-688-9900 or
in Canada at 1-800-688-2002.