Maytag LAT5006 Washer/Dryer User Manual
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1. AUTOMATIC WASHER W 1 TE EEEE EE ee E T gE 5 Be 3 3 g zag oe eccococooooooo Welcome 608 TE E 1 Safety Instructions ce 2 Controls At A Glance 005 3 4 e Special Features ccceeeene 5 Operating Tips cccccesteeseeeeeeenene 6 Care and Cleaning ccccscseeeen 7 Storing the Washer 0 cee 7G Water UGG vissiisiissscsssnegetencacnusecencseisenacisusees 7 Before You Call eceeseeeereeees 8 9 Notes asic chiccs esta riisbicatcrtonierstiotens ences 10 Warranty icccisiiiccndiiiininine Back Page KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE SER aoe gs Rt ae Yt a SEE Aai shoe e y A RB Hw BM REP REY Be PETTEE E PE E E E RF per Ti Model LAT5006 Welcome ran a r E E Welcome and congratulations on your purchase of a Consumer Rated No 1 Maytag Washer Your complete satisfac tion is very important to us Read this manual for best results It contains instructions to acquaint you with proper operating and maintenance pro cedures In addition you will find a Laundering Tips guide packed with your washer It contains information on rec ommended laundering procedures stain removal and special laundering situations Save time and money If something should LN go wrong we suggest consulting the ne Before You Call2. Make sure temperature selection is correct Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets and inlet connections Be sure water supply is regulated correctly Flush water line before filling washer e Check the water heater It should be set to deliver a minimum 120 F 49 C hot water at the tap Also check water heater capacity and recovery rate Disconnect hoses and clean screens Hose filter screens may be plugged Fills with the Wrong Temperature Water EEEE asa rae aps atenmam E a E E SENS LAND T EUS SSTAL IE Tete ey For further help call Maytag Customer Assistance U S 1 800 688 9900 or Canada I 800 688 2002 J eee ee pars tar Westen y yik wR EE a w ee od iX Automatic asher Warranty ccceeeeeeeen 5 Full One Year Warranty v D i 5 a Y PEE y ME ne E SE E ok Sas eb For one 1 year from the date of original retail purchase any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge Limited Parts Warranty After the first year from the date of original retail purchase through the time periods listed below the designat ed parts which fail in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge for the part itself with the owner paying all other costs including labor Second Year All parts Third through Fifth Year The drive motor All parts of the solid state controls if so equipped Third through Tenth Year All parts of t
3. construction washable woolens or loosely knit items never use less than the MEDIUM water level setting This will minimize shrinkage wrinkling and pulling of seams For best results add the detergent to washtub before adding the load PT eeCPPRUPPUCESUOSEE EES SSS Additional Tips If the washer stops during the spin it may be due to an unevenly distributed load If this happens push in the control knob open the lid redistribute the load close the lid and pull out the control knob The spin will resume at the point it was interrupted The washer will pause briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal weeeeeenacceseseseonnese This washer is designed so that it will not agitate or spin when the lid is open It will however fill with the lid open so water is available for pretreating stains or diluting fabric softener If you open the lid during a cycle the washer will stop When the lid is closed and the control knob pulled out the washer will continue the cycle at the point it was interrupted gt Care and Cleaning cccccccceescecsceeceneeeuees Turn off the water faucets after finishing the day s wash ing This will shut off the water supply to the washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent bleach or other spills as they occur Clean the following as recommended Control Panel clean wit
4. d not be removed If the agitator that could ignite or explode Hand wash and line is removed it must be replaced by pushing down dry any items containing these substances completely and the locking screw tightened before Any material on which you have used a cleaning the washer is operated solvent or which is saturated with flammable liq 13 Store laundry aids and other material in a cool dry uids or solids should not be placed in the washer place where children cannot reach them until all traces of these liquids or solids and their 14 Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with veg fumes have been removed etable or cooking oil These items may contain some These items include acetone denatured alcohol oil after laundering Due to the remaining oil the gasoline kerosene some liquid household clean fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself ers some spot removers turpentine waxes and 15 Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids War TEMOVEIS such as vinegar or rust remover in the same wash b Do not add gasoline dry cleaning solvents or Hazardous fumes can form other flammable or explosive substances to the 16 Do not machine wash fiberglass materials Small wash water These substances give off vapors particles can stick to fabrics washed in following that could ignite or explode loads and cause skin irritation c Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be 17 Before the appliance is removed from service or dis pro
5. duced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not carded remove the door to the washing compart ment Save These Instructions 2 pr 5 Controls At A Glance soosesssssereesseseseeeeeee Step Q Select Cycle Press the control knob in and turn clockwise to the desired cycle Pull the knob out to start the washer REGULAR is used for most fabrics Cycles available EXTRA HEAVY approximately 16 18 minutes of wash time HEAVY approximately 13 15 minutes of wash time NORMAL approximately 10 12 minutes of wash time LIGHT approximately 7 9 minutes of wash time REGULAR OFF EX HEAVY A HEAVY NORMAL LIGHT EASY CARE PERMANENT PRESS uaHt EA ye EASY CARE PERMANENT PRESS is designed ee to minimize wrinkles with a cool down spray rinse l following the wash Cycles available 3 ve HEAVY approximately 10 14 minutes of wash time NORMAL approximately 7 9 minutes of wash time LIGHT approximately 5 6 minutes of wash time J e eR ae 3 eRe 3 y Da ae eae Step 2 Select Water Level Turn the WATER LEVEL knob to the setting that matches the size of the load If more water is needed once the fill is complete turn the knob to reset and then to the proper set ting WATER LEVEL MEDIUM SMALL 4 LARGE Y 1 reset Step 3 Select Wa
6. e to Major Appliance Consumer Action Program MACAP 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 MACAP is an industry sponsored but independent group of consumer experts who receive and act on complaints from appliance owners NOTE When writing about an unsolved service problem please include the following information a Your name address and telephone number b Model number and serial numbers found on top edge of control panel of your appliance c Name and address of your dealer and date the appliance was bought d A clear description of the problem you are having e Water hardness detergent brand and amount water temperature and cycle used MAYTAG One Dependability Square Newton Iowa 50208 we Lay Form No 517CMA Part No 6 2166790 EIXAZIYJ 4 http www maytag com JN Litho U S A
7. h a soft damp cloth and glass cleaner Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning pads Cabinet clean with soap and water followed with an appliance wax if desired Washers can be damaged if water is not removed from hoses and internal components before storage Prepare the washer for storage as follows Select the NORMAL cycle for regular fabrics and add one cup of bleach or white vinegar to a full load of water without clothes Run the washer through a complete cycle Turn the water faucets off and disconnect the inlet hoses Interior hard water deposits may be removed if needed using a recommended cleaner labeled wash er safe Lint Filter these are self cleaning and require no maintenance They are located under the agitator on the bottom of the washtub During the wash and rinse portion of the cycle lint is collected on the fil ters Then during the spin and drain the filters are cleaned automatically ial Storing the Washer ccsceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees e Advance the cycle control knob to Spin and lower the drain hose to eliminate any water that may be in the drain hose Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply and leave the washer lid open to let air circulate inside the tub ea vy Water USO eanit ean E E EREA Approx 36 gallons Large 30 Imperial gallons 136 liters EEEE EE g Approx 32 gallons eeoecenueee Medium 27 Imperial gallons 121 liters Appr
8. he transmission assembly Additional Limited Warranty Against Rust Should an exterior cabinet including the top lid and baseframe rust during the five year period starting from the date of original retail purchase repair or replacement will be made free of charge during the first year After the first and through the fifth year repair or replacement will be made free of charge for the part itself with the owner paying all other costs including labor This full warranty and the limited warranties apply when the appliance is Jocated in the United States or Canada Appliances located elsewhere are covered by the limited warranties only which include parts which fail during the first year To Receive Warranty Service To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or call Maytag Customer Service Should you not receive satisfactory warranty service call or write Maytag Customer Assistance c o Maytag Customer Service P O Box 2370 Cleveland TN 37320 2370 US 1 800 688 9900 CANADA 1 800 688 2002 When contacting Maytag Customer Service be sure to provide the model and serial numbers of your appliance the name and address of the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance and the date of purchase This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Should you still have a problem writ
9. hoses and clean screens Hose filter screens may be plugged Check fuse or reset circuit breaker Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull knob out to start the washer If equipped with buttons be sure they are fully depressed Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer For your safety washer will not agitate or spin unless the lid is closed The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure detector If the lid switch should malfunction the detector will stop operations for your safety Call for service Unevenly distributed load Redistribute the load close the lid and pull knob out Check for leveling Be sure water level is acceptable for load size Check fuse or reset circuit breaker Straighten drain hoses Eliminate kinked hoses If there is a drain restriction call for service Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer For your safety washer will not agitate or spin unless the lid is closed Suds lock caused by too much suds Rewash without detergent Use cor rect amount of a low sudsing detergent The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure detector If the lid switch should malfunction the detector will stop operations for your safety Call for service Continued on next page DA Before You Call continued sceceseececneeeeees Check these points if your washer Unevenly distributed load Redistribute the load close the lid and pull knob out Check for leveling Be sure
10. on the package 2 Add warm water to the dispenser until it reaches the fill line NOTE Do not stop the washer during the first spin This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon e Never pour fabric softener directly on the load It will leave spots and stains Pour liquid fabric softener into cup and dilute with warm water Use the dispenser for liquid fabric softeners only Clean the area in and around the dispenser frequently with hot water detergent and a soft brush z Operating Tip aUa For detailed information on sorting pretreating stains etc see the enclosed Laundry Tips pamphlet Detergent Use either liquid or granular laundry detergent For best results be sure detergent is added to the washer BEFORE the load and be sure wash water is above 65 F Use the correct amount of detergent for the load size soil level and water conditions Use more detergent if you have hard water and very soiled loads If you have soft water or a lightly soiled load use less detergent See manufacturer s instructions Wipe up any detergent spills on the washer Ed ibe Loading Put dry unfolded clothes loosely in the tub up to the top row of holes for a maximum load Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agita tor Mix large and small items for best circulation Wash bulky items like blankets separately When laundering permanent press items or items of delicate
11. ox 28 gallons Small 23 Imperial gallons 106 liters SETTER TEREST Peet siritt PERMANENT PRESS CYCLE Approx 39 gallons Large 32 Imperial gallons 148 liters e o a Approx 3S gallons Medium 29 Imperial gallons 132 liters E a oe a asdalnacwe sass Small pP 26 Imperial gallons 117 liters eosssosassuooooooseoseacesusooosouvesosoaersancosuete gt Ki Bee ee a or ee ESARET E Before You Call For problem laundry solutions i e fabric damage residue tangling and special laundry care proce vA wow ES REE RR OD EE dures see the enclosed Laundry Tips pamphlet haai Ero Check these points if your washer Tre Won t Fill SORA OH HEHE HEHOE HEHEHE HOOT EERO PEEHOTEHH FE EHO EEE HEE E HOTT SHOE EHHEE ESTEE OOH OHEHEEEHEHEEHESEK EEK COSHH ED ERSTE CEH EH ESE HE EOOEESOEES Won t Agitate POOSHOO HEHE OEHS SEER S HERO EHTROE SHER OO EEEEEEE EO EEO EEHO OE EHHFEHEOEEOHHEHOSEHESER HESS HERE HES EO HEHE OEEEHESEHHEEEHHEEOHEE HOSES OEE OTE Won t Spin or Drain COPE O REESE ORTH ESE EE HES HEHE SESE EH EEE ESET EES EE OES EEE EEE EEEE EEE E EEE EE EH EE EHEE EES EEE DEH ESD EESHEHESEHEOEEHESE HEHEHE ESE LEHEECODEEOS Plug cord into live electrical outlet Check fuse or reset circuit breaker Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull knob out to start the washer If equipped with buttons be sure they are fully depressed Turn both faucets on fully Straighten inlet hoses Disconnect
12. section in the back of this book It is designed to help you solve basic problems before consulting a servicer However should you need assistance it is helpful to 1 Have complete model and serial number identifica tion of your washer This is located on a data plate on the top edge of the control panel Record these numbers below for easy access Model Number 2 Have proof of original date of purchase Please attach your sales receipt here For additional questions please contact us Maytag Consumer Information One Dependability Square Newton Iowa 50208 515 791 8911 Mon Fri 8am 5pm Central Time Internet http www maytag com For service and warranty information see back page NOTE In our continuing effort to improve the quality of our appliances it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide Important Safety Instructions eee A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire explosion electric shock property damage or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following at ee Read all instructions before using the appliance As with any equipment using electricity and having moving parts there are potential hazards To use this appliance safely the operator should become familiar with the instructions for operation of the appliance and always exercise care when using it Do not ins
13. tall or store this appliance where it will be been used for such a period before using a wash ing machine or combination washer dryer turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time exposed to the weather 7 Do not reach into the appliance if the agitator is moving Install and level washer on a floor that can support j the weight 8 Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance Close supervision of children is necessary when the This appliance must be properly grounded Never appliance is used near children plug the appliance cord into a receptacle which is not grounded adequately and in accordance with 9 Do not tamper with controls local and national codes See installation instruc 10 Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or tions for grounding this appliance attempt any servicing unless specifically recom To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion mended in published user repair instructions that f you understand and have the skills to carry out a Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in washed in soaked in or spotted with 11 Unplug power supply cord before attempting to ser gasoline dry cleaning solvents other flammable vice your washer or explosive substances as they give off vapors 12 The agitator shoul
14. ter Temperature Turn the WASH RINSE knob to the desired water temperatures Follow the garment care label for best results Use the chart at right as a guide REMEMBER In wash water temperatures below 65 F detergents do not dissolve well or clean well Care labels define cold water as up to 85 F WASH RINSE TEMP WARM COLD HOT i COLD COLD o s COLD kd lt Step O Start Washer e Add detergent e Add load and close lid Pull out control knob to start Large 3 4 Full Medium 1 2 3 4 Full Small 18 Full REMEMBER Items must circulate freely for best results WASH RINSE TEMPS LOAD TYPE White and heavily Hot Cold soiled color fast Moderately soiled Warm Cold colored items most Easy Care Permanent Press items Brightly colored Cold Cold lightly soiled items washable woolens pec ccerecnccenccenaneesvesessaseseoasvenecenaresersens NOTE The washer is automatically programmed to assure proper agitation and spinning for each load type REGULAR cycles will provide a fast wash spin speed EASY CARE PERMANENT PRESS will have a fast wash spin speed along with a cool down spray rinse Je Special Features o oo ccc ceecceececceeceescees Fabric Softener Dispenser This dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric soft ener at the proper time during the cycle To use follow these steps 1 Pour liquid fabric softener into the dispenser using the amount recommended
15. water level is acceptable for load size Plug cord into live electrical outlet Check fuse or reset circuit breaker Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull knob out to start the washer If equipped with buttons be sure they are fully depressed Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer For your safety washer will not agitate or spin unless lid is closed This may be a pause or soak period in the cycle Wait briefly and it may start The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure detector If the lid switch should malfunction the detector will stop fill operations for your safety Call for service Stops Jott A AT seta eeaicus mmetaceses te seneesenentmeaceseeatee ser Neer ores setae reese Make sure hose connections are tight Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted and secured to drain facility Avoid extended soaking soak for 30 minutes or less Avoid overloading Leaks Water Se EEE E neon winnemsadestaeecerendernset adhe a esol se hse ecCe eo Be sure washer is leveled properly as outlined in installation manual Weak floors can cause vibration and walking Be sure rubber feet are installed on leveling legs Is Noisy ce dcidd de ntaovelundvevetedetecsess seman sve vesastduds sUiataneigessesragaiesnengsedeasnees cay eer Teer As Tr sete Turn both faucets on fully If equipped with a temperature selector knob be sure it is set directly on a temperature setting and not between settings
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