Washer Operation - Maytag MTW6500TB Service Manual

• Did you select Stain Cycle option and use
a handwashing detergent?
Regular or handwashing detergents are not
recommended for this washer. Use only High
Efficiency ("HE") detergent.
• Check household plumbing (laundry tubs,
faucets, drainpipe, water pipes) for leaks.
Dispenser operation
• Are the laundry additives in the correct
dispensers?
Add the correct amounts of detergent (pow-
dered or liquid), liquid chlorine bleach, or
fabric softener to the correct dispenser. You
can add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach
to the detergent dispenser. Be sure to match
powdered color-safe bleach with powdered
detergent or match liquid color-safe bleach
with liquid detergent. Use only liquid chlorine
bleach in the bleach dispenser.
• Is there water remaining in the bottom
of a dispenser? Did the dispenser drain
properly?
A small amount of water may be left in a
dispenser at the end of the cycle. This is
normal.

WASHER OPERATION

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Washer won't fill, rinse or agitate; washer
stops
• Is the power cord plugged into a grounded
3 prong outlet?
Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong
outlet.
• Are you using an extension cord?
Do not use an extension cord.
• Is there power at the plug?
Check electrical source or call electrician.
• Is the indicator on the Cycle control knob
properly lined up with a cycle?
Turn the Cycle control knob to the right
slightly.
• Are the water inlet valve screens clogged?
Turn off the water and remove inlet hoses
from the washer. Remove any accumulated
film or particles. Reinstall hoses, turn on water
and check for leaks.
• Are the hot and cold water faucets turned
on?
Turn on the water.
• Is the water inlet hose kinked?
Straighten the hoses.
• Does the water level seem too low, or
does the washer appear to not fill com-
pletely?
The Auto Water Level feature senses the size
of the load and adds the correct amount of
water for the load size. You may notice during
a cycle that the wash load is not completely
submerged in water. This is normal and
necessary for clothes to move.
• Has a household fuse blown, or has a
circuit breaker tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If
the problem continues, call an electrician.
• Is the washer in a normal pause in the
cycle?
The washer may pause during certain cycles.
Allow the cycle to continue.
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