Cycle Guide - Maytag MHW8000AG Use And Care Manual

CYCLE GUIDE

Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle, options, and settings that best
fit the load being washed. Not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together.
NOTES:
Not all cycles and options are available on all models
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All wash temperature selections feature a cold rinse.
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Not all temperatures or spin speeds are labeled on the control panel.
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Items to wash
using default
cycle settings: Cycle:
Normally soiled cottons, Normal
linens, sheets, and
mixed garment loads
Bright or darkly colored Cold Wash
cottons, linens, casual
and mixed loads
Lightly soiled shirts, Wrinkle
blouses, trousers, pants Control
and dresses
Sheer fabrics, lingerie, Delicates
sweaters, and lightly
soiled shirts, blouses,
trousers, pants, and
skirts
Normally soiled sheets, Bedding
pillowcases, light
blankets, or throws
No clothes in washer Clean
Washer
with
affresh
* Steam for Stains option is only available when warm, hot or extra hot water temperature is selected.
Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for
each cycle.
Small load: Fill the washer drum with 3–4 items, not more
than 1/4 full.
Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about 1/2 full.
Large load: Fill the washer drum up to about 3/4 full.
Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make sure clothes
can tumble freely. For best results, avoid packing tightly.
8
Wash
Spin
Temperature: Speed:
Extra Hot Max Extract™
Hot High
Warm
Med
Cool
None
Cold
Cold Max Extract™
High
Med
None
Extra Hot Max Extract™
Hot High
Warm Med
Cool Low
Cold None
Extra Hot Max Extract™
Hot High
Warm Med
Cool** Low
Cold None
Extra Hot Max Extract™
Hot High
Warm Med
Cool Low
Cold None
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Available
Soil
Level: Options:
Extra Heavy Steam for Stains*
Med
Fresh Hold ®
Light Extra Rinse
Delay Hrs.
Extra Heavy Fresh Hold
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Med Extra Rinse
Light Delay Hrs.
Extra Heavy Steam for Stains*
Med Fresh Hold
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Light
Extra Rinse
Delay Hrs.
Extra Heavy Steam for Stains*
Med Fresh Hold
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Light Extra Rinse
Delay Hrs.
Extra Heavy Steam for Stains*
Med Fresh Hold
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Light Extra Rinse
Delay Hrs.
Cycle Details:
This cycle combines medium-speed
tumbling and an extra-high-speed spin.
This cycle is designed to provide the
most energy efficiency.
This cycle uses a concentrated
detergent solution along with cold
water throughout the cycle to gently lift
out stains and care for fabrics.
This cycle combines low-speed
tumbling and medium-speed spin
for gentle fabric care and reduced
wrinkling.
This cycle combines low-speed
tumbling and low-speed spin for gentle
fabric care and reduced wrinkling.
The wash action of this cycle is
designed to keep large items from
tangling and balling up.
Use this cycle every 30 washes to
keep the inside of your washer fresh
and clean. This cycle uses a higher
water level. Use with affresh washer
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cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach
to thoroughly clean the inside of your
washer. This cycle should not be
interrupted. See "Washer Care. "
IMPORTANT: Do not place garments
or other items in the washer during
the Clean Washer affresh cycle.
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Use this cycle with an empty wash
tub. See "Washer Care" in "Washer
Maintenance. "