Maytag MTW6500TB Service Manual page 28

DELICATE
Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments
indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle"
cycle on the care label. This cycle uses inter-
mittent low speed wash action and low-speed
spin for optimal fabric care.
When washing waterproof items, such as plas-
tic-lined mattress pads, shower curtains, tar-
paulins (tarps) or waterproof or water-resistant
sleeping bags, use the Delicate or Handwash
cycle with the lowest spin speed setting avail-
able for the washer model that you have.
Garments are labeled "Handwash" be-
cause:
• The fiber construction may be sensitive to
wash action.
• The fabric contains sensitive dyes that may
bleed.
HANDWASH
This cycle combines low-speed wash and
low-speed spin action to clean items labeled
as "Machine Washable Wool" on the garment
care label. Pre Soak and Deep Clean options
are not available in this cycle.
When washing waterproof items, such as plas-
tic-lined mattress pads, shower curtains, tar-
paulins (tarps) or waterproof or water-resistant
sleeping bags, use the Delicate or Handwash
cycle with the lowest spin speed setting avail-
able for the washer model that you have.
SOAK
This cycle is preset for a 41-minute cycle and
soak time can be adjusted according to your
needs by selecting Soil Level. After the selected
soak period has ended, the washer will drain
but does not spin the load.
NOTE: Automatic bleach dispensing is not part
of the soak cycle.
RINSE & SPIN
Use this option to get a deep rinse followed by
a high-speed spin. The time display will include
an estimate of how long it will take to fill and
drain the washer.
When to use Rinse & Spin:
• For loads that need rinsing only.
• For completing a cycle after the power has
been off.
To use or change Rinse & Spin setting:
1. Turn knob to RINSE & SPIN until the Rinse
& Spin indicator light glows.
2. Press START
SPIN ONLY
Spin Only may help shorten drying times for
some heavy fabrics or special-care items. Spin
Only may also be used for draining the washer
after canceling a cycle or completing a cycle
after a power failure.
To use or change Spin Only setting:
1. Turn knob to SPIN ONLY until the SPIN
ONLY indicator light glows.
2. Press START.
CLEAN WASHER
Use the Clean Washer cycle once a month to
keep the inside of your washer fresh and clean.
This cycle uses a higher water level in combi-
nation with liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly
clean the inside of your washing machine.
IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to this
cleaning cycle. Use only liquid chlorine bleach.
Do not place garments or other items in the
washer during the Clean Washer cycle. Use
this cycle with an empty wash tub.
MODIFIERS
Modifiers allow you to further customize the
cycles and save energy.
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