Maytag MHW8000Y Use & Care Manual page 10

Using the Optimal Dispense Drawer
To use the dispenser drawer:
1. Open the dispenser drawer.
2. Add laundry products as described in steps 3–6.
3. Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Make sure it is
completely closed.
3.
Add HE detergent to dispenser
Optimal Dispense cartridge
Use only HE High Efficiency
liquid detergents. The dispenser cartridge
will hold about 18.5 oz. (550 ml) of HE liquid
detergent, or enough for up to 36 loads
To Fill:
Pull back on the tab and lift the fill
door. Fill to the "MAX" line with
HE liquid detergent. Close fill door.
It will click into place.
To Install the Dispenser Cartridge:
1. Pull out the dispenser drawer.
2. Insert the dispenser cartridge completely in detergent
compartment as shown.
3. Slowly slide the dispenser drawer in until it is completely
closed. The washer will automatically detect the
dispenser cartridge once you start the washer.
NOTE:
The dispenser cartridge should be rinsed out when
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changing detergents or when the washer will not be used
for extended periods. For instructions on cleaning the
dispenser cartridge, see "Washer Maintenance".
The number of loads will vary, depending on detergent concentration,
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load size, cycle used, soil level, and water hardness. The maximum
capacity of up to 36 loads requires use of 6x concentration detergent.
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NOTES:
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Adding detergent for a single load
Tab
.
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Use only High
Efficiency (HE)
detergent.
If you frequently alternate between two different
liquid HE detergents, you may purchase an additional
Optimal Dispense cartridge.
See "Accessories" for ordering information.
A small amount of water may remain in the dispensers from
the previous wash cycle. This is normal.
S ee "About Detergent Concentration" for information on
detergent concentration.
T o ensure you have enough detergent in the dispenser, the
display will show the detergent level (OK, Low, or Empty).
Lift out the cartridge and set aside.
Powdered HE detergent
Place a measured amount of detergent
in the powdered HE detergent
compartment.
Powdered detergent:
Add directly to the
compartment.
IMPORTANT:
• Do not use liquid detergents in the single-load
compartment; liquid detergents may seep out of the
detergent compartment before the main wash begins.
• If you are using the Delay Start option, use of the
dispenser cartridge is recommended, or powdered
detergent may be used in the HE powdered detergent
compartment.
Liquid HE detergent
Powdered HE
detergent
compartment
Use only High Efficiency
(HE) detergent.