Maytag MVWX5SPAW Use and Care Guide download pdf (Page 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. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid ooding

due to water pressure surge.

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 ENJUAGAR & EXPRIMIR (Rinse & Spin) cycle

for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining

water.

3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

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 from drain system and drain any

remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain

hose from back of washer.

4. Unplug power cord.

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

6. Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.

7. Place packing tray from original shipping materials back

inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy

blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid and place

tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep lid taped until

washer is placed in new location.

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.

2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3. Run washer through LLENADO COMPLETO (Bulky) cycle

to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only

HE High Efciency detergent. Use half the manufacturer’s

recommended amount for a medium-size load.

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