Maytag MHW4200 Guide D'utilisation Et D'entretien page 21

TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.maytag.com/product_help –
If you experience
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Not cleaning or
removing stains (cont.)
Odors
Fabric Damage
Gray whites, dingy colors
In Canada www.maytag.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
Possible Causes
Not using correct cycle for fabric type.
Not using dispensers.
Not washing like colors together.
Not enough detergent used, or hard
water.
Monthly maintenance not done as
recommended.
Not using HE detergent or using too
much HE detergent.
Door not left open after use.
Sharp items were in pockets during
wash cycle.
Strings and straps could have tangled.
Items may have been damaged before
washing.
Fabric damage can occur if washer is
tightly packed.
Liquid chlorine bleach may have been
added incorrectly.
Load not sorted properly.
Wash temperatures too low.
Not enough detergent used, or hard
water.
Use a higher soil level setting and warmer wash temperature
to improve cleaning.
If using Rapid Wash cycle, wash only a few items.
Use Power Wash cycle for tough cleaning.
Add an extra rinse for heavily soiled loads.
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.
Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle is
complete to avoid dye transfer.
Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or hard water.
Run the Clean Washer cycle with affresh
See "Washer Care" in "Washer Maintenance."
Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete. Use the Fresh Spin
option if load cannot be removed immediately after the wash is
complete.
Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always follow
the manufacturer's directions.
See "Washer Care" section.
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.
Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before
washing to avoid snags and tears.
Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.
Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
Avoid tightly packing the washer. Load with dry items only.
Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is started.
Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up
bleach spills.
Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than
recommended by manufacturer.
The transfer of dye can occur when mixing whites and colors in
a load. Sort dark clothes from whites and lights.
Use hot or warm temperatures if safe for the load. Make sure your
hot water system is adequate to provide a hot water wash.
Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or hard water.
Solution
cleaner monthly.
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