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W1 06 07 430A W1 06 07 431A - S P Designed to use only H E High Efficiency detergents. Conçue pour l’utilisation d’un détergent haute efficacité seulement. T OP-L O AD I N G H I G H E FFI CI E N C Y L O W -W A TE R W AS H E R U SE A ND C A RE GUIDE T able of Contents W AS H E R SAFETY .......................................................[...]
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2 W AS H E R SAFETY[...]
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3 WHA T’S N EW U N D E R TH E LI D? Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. The pac k age will be marked “H E” or “High Efficiency . ” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-H E detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. I[...]
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4 CONTR OL P AN E L AN D FEA TU R E S C Y CLE ST A TU S LIG HTS The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers. SENSING W hen the St art/ Pause button is pressed, the washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock mec hanism. Y o[...]
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5 RINSE Y ou will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. Fabric softener will be added if the Fabric Softener-On option was selected. SP IN The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed. As the washer decelerates you will hear a whirring so[...]
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6 C Y C L E GUIDE For best fabric care, c hoose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Recommended settings for best performance are shown in Bold . Not all cycles and options are available on all models. Not all settings and options are available on each cycle. NOTE: If you are using fabric softener , be sure to select the Fabric Softene[...]
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7 U SING Y O UR W A SHER • Empty pockets. Loose c hange, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. • Do [...]
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8 5. A dd fabric softener T o dispense fabric softener in the rinse cycle, this washer has been designed to allow the use of the Downy Ball ®† dispenser . Pour a measured amount of Downy ® liquid fabric softener into the Downy Ball ® dispenser , pull the ring tightly to seal it, and place on top of load. Always follow manufacturer’ s directi[...]
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9 Wash T emp Suggested Fabrics 8. Select wash temperature Once you select a cycle, select the wash temperature by turning the W ash T emp knob to the desired setting. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your items. 9. Select cycle options, if desired If you would like to add an Extra Rinse and/or Fabric Softener[...]
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10 W AS H E R MAI NTE NAN CE Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear , or leaks are found. W hen replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker . NOTE: This washer does not include inlet hoses[...]
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11 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. T urn off water supply to washer , to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge. WI NTE R STORA G E C AR E I M PORT ANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will n[...]
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12 Vibration or Off-Balance First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www .mayt ag.com/product_help - In Canada www .mayt ag.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Feet may not be in contact with the floor and locked. Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with [...]
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13 If you experience Possible Causes Solution W asher won’t run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to fill appropriately) Check for proper water supply . Both hoses must be att ached and have water flowing to inlet valve. Both hot and cold water faucets must be turned on. Check that in[...]
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14 If you experience Possible causes Solution First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www .mayt ag.com/product_help - In Canada www .mayt ag.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Empty pockets and use garment bags for small items. Small items may have been caught in [...]
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15 W asher not loaded as recommended. W asher senses load size and adds correct amount of water . This is normal and necessary for clothes to move. It is normal for the wash load to be not completely covered in water . Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in less effective cleaning. W asher is less efficient at cleaning when [...]
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16 If you experience Possible Causes Solution First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www .mayt ag.com/product_help - In Canada www .mayt ag.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Monthly maintenance not done as recommended. Using wrong or too much detergent. Run the [...]
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17 MA YT AG ® L A UNDR Y LI M ITE D W AR RANTY 1. Commercial, non-residential, multiple-family use, or use inconsistent with published user , operator, or installation instructions. 2. In-home instruction on how to use your product. 3. Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation, installation not in accordance with electrical o[...]
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18 SÉ CU R ITÉ D E LA LA VE U S E[...]
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19 Utiliser uniquement un détergent Haute efficacité (H E). QU OI D E N E U F S OU S LE COUVE R CLE? Choix du détergent approprié Utiliser uniquement des détergents Haute efficacité. L ’emballage portera la mention “H E” ou “High Efficiency” (haute efficacité). Un lavage avec faible consommation d’eau produit un excès de mou[...]
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20 T AB LEA U D E COM MAN D E ET C ARA CTÉ R I STI QU E S BOUTON ST ART/ P A U S E (mise en marche/pause) Appuyer sur ce bouton pour démarrer le programme sélectionné, puis appuyer de nouveau pour suspendre le programme et déverrouiller le couvercle. Appuyer pendant 3 secondes pour annuler un programme. R E MARQU E : Si la laveuse tourne, le c[...]
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21 W AS H (lavage) On entend le moteur et le plateau de lavage déplacer la charge. Contrairement aux laveuses ordinaires, la c harge n’est pas complètement immergée dans l’eau. Un nettoyage avec un faible niveau d’eau signifie un nettoyage concentré. Plutôt que de diluer du détergent comme dans une laveuse de type agitateur, cette lave[...]
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22 GUIDE DE P RO GR A MMES Pour un meilleur soin des tissus, c hoisir le programme qui convient le mieux à la charge à laver . Réglages recommandés pour une performance idéale en caractères gras. Certains programmes et options ne sont pas disponibles sur cert ains modèles. T ous les réglages et options ne sont pas disponibles sur chaque pro[...]
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23 UTI LI SA TI ON D E LA LA VE U S E • V ider les poches. Des pièces de monnaie, des boutons ou objets de petite taille sont susceptibles de glisser sous le plateau de lavage et de s’y coincer , ce qui peut entraîner des bruits inattendus. • T rier les articles en fonction du programme et de la température d’eau recommandés, ainsi que [...]
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24 5. V erser de l’assouplissant pour tissu Cette laveuse est conçue pour permettre l’utilisation du distributeur Downy B all ® qui distribue l’assouplissant pour tissu au cours du programme de rinçage. V erser une mesure d’assouplissant liquide pour tissu Downy ® dans le distributeur Downy Ball ® ; tirer fermement sur l’anneau de fe[...]
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25 T empérature de lavage Hot (chaude) De l’eau froide est ajoutée pour économiser de l’énergie. Ceci sera plus froid que le réglage du chauffe-eau pour l’eau c haude de votre domicile. Warm (tiède) De l’eau froide sera ajoutée; il est donc possible que l’eau soit plus froide que celle que fournissait votre laveuse précédente. Co[...]
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26 E NTR ETI E N D E LA LA VE U S E Remplacer les tuyaux d’arrivée d’eau après 5 ans d’utilisation pour réduire le risque de défaillance intempestive. Inspecter périodiquement les tuyaux; les remplacer en cas de renflement, de déformation, de coupure et d’usure ou si une fuite se manifeste. Lorsque vous remplacez les tuyaux d’arriv[...]
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27 TRAN S P ORT D E LA LA VE U S E 1. F ermer les deux robinets d’eau. Débrancher et vidanger les tuyaux d’arrivée d’eau. 2. Si l’on déplace la laveuse pendant une période de gel, suivre les instructions de la section E NTR ETI EN P OU R E NTR E PO SA G E H IVE R NAL avant de la déplacer . 3. Déconnecter le tuyau de vidange du systèm[...]
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28 Essayer d’abord les solutions suggérées ici ou consulter le site W eb www.maytag.com/product_help - Au Canada www .mayt ag.ca pour obtenir de l’aide et pour éviter une intervention de réparation. Si les phénomènes suivants se produisent Causes possibles Solution Les pieds ne sont peut-être pas en contact avec le plancher ou peut-être[...]
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29 DÉ P AN NAG E Quantité d’eau insuffisante dans la laveuse La charge n’est pas complètement immergée dans l’eau. Ceci correspond à un fonctionnement normal pour une laveuse H E à faible consommation d’eau. La charge ne sera pas complètement immergée. La laveuse détecte la taille de la charge et ajoute la bonne quantité d’eau [...]
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30 La laveuse ne fonctionne pas comme prévu (suite) Si les phénomènes suivants se produisent Causes possibles Solution Essayer d’abord les solutions suggérées ici ou consulter le site W eb www.maytag.com/product_help - Au Canada www .mayt ag.ca pour obtenir de l’aide et pour éviter une intervention de réparation. DÉ P AN NAG E La laveus[...]
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31 La laveuse ne fonctionne pas comme prévu Si les phénomènes suivants se produisent Causes possibles Solution Essayer d’abord les solutions suggérées ici ou consulter le site W eb www.maytag.com/product_help - Au Canada www .mayt ag.ca pour obtenir de l’aide et pour éviter une intervention de réparation. DÉ P AN NAG E T empératures de[...]
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32 La laveuse ne fonctionne pas comme prévu La laveuse n’a pas été chargée tel que recommandé. La laveuse effectue un nettoyage moins performant si la charge est trop tassée. Charger les vêtements sans les t asser et de façon uniforme le long du plateau de lavage. Si l’on souhaite ajouter des vêtements une fois que la laveuse a démarr[...]
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33 La laveuse ne fonctionne pas comme prévu Si les phénomènes suivants se produisent Causes possibles Essayer d’abord les solutions suggérées ici ou consulter le site W eb www.maytag.com/product_help - Au Canada www .mayt ag.ca pour obtenir de l’aide et pour éviter une intervention de réparation. DÉ P AN NAG E Solution V ider les poches[...]
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34 1. Usage commercial, non résidentiel ou par plusieurs familles, ou non-respect des instructions de l’utilisateur, de l’opérateur ou des instructions d’installation. 2. V isite d’instruction à domicile pour montrer à l’utilisateur comment utiliser l’appareil. 3. V isites de service pour rectifier une installation ou un entretien [...]
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35 CLA U S E D’EXONÉRA TI ON D E R E SP ON SAB I LITÉ A U TITR E D E S GARANTI E S I MPLI CITE S LES GARANTI E S I M PLIC ITES, Y C OM P RI S LES GARANTI E S APP LICAB LES DE Q UALITÉ MARCHAN D E OU D’APTITU DE À U N USAG E P ARTI CU LI E R, S ONT LI M ITÉ ES À U N AN OU À LA P LUS C OU RTE PÉ R IO DE AUT OR I SÉ E P AR LA L O I. Certa[...]
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W1 06 07 43 0A W1 06 07 431A-S P AS S I ST AN CE OR S E RVI CE Before calling for assistance or service, please c heck “T roubleshooting” or visit www .mayt ag.com/help. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below . W hen calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and seri[...]