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MAYTAG

®

 LAUNDRY  

LIMITED WARRANTY

1.

  Commercial, non-residential, multiple-family use, or use inconsistent with 

published user, operator, or installation instructions. 

2.

  In-home instruction on how to use your product.

3.

  Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation, 

installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or 
correction of household electrical or plumbing (i.e. house wiring, fuses,  
or water inlet hoses).

4.

  Consumable parts (i.e. light bulbs, batteries, air or water filters, 

preservation solutions, etc.).

5.

  Defects or damage caused by the use of non-genuine Maytag parts or 

accessories.

6.

  Conversion of your product from natural gas or L.P. gas or reversal of 

appliance doors.

7.

  Damage from accident, misuse, abuse, fire, floods, acts of God, or use 

with products not approved by Maytag.

8.

  Repairs to parts or systems to correct product damage or defects caused 

by unauthorized service, alteration, or modification of the appliance.

9.

  Cosmetic damage including scratches, dents, chips, and other damage 

to appliance finishes unless such damage results from defects in 
materials and workmanship and is reported to Maytag within 30 days. 

10.

  Discoloration, rust, or oxidation of surfaces resulting from caustic 

or corrosive environments, including but not limited to, high salt 
concentrations, high moisture or humidity, or exposure to chemicals.

11.

  Pick-up or delivery. This product is intended for in-home repair.

12.

  Travel or transportation expenses for service in remote locations where an 

authorized Maytag servicer is not available.

13.

  Removal or reinstallation of inaccessible appliances or built-in fixtures (i.e. 

trim, decorative panels, flooring, cabinetry, islands, countertops, drywall, 
etc.) that interfere with servicing, removal, or replacement of the product.

14.

  Service or parts for appliances with original model/serial numbers 

removed, altered, or not easily determined.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded 
circumstances shall be borne by the customer.

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. PROOF OF PURCHASE IS 

REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE.

Please have the following information available when you call the 

Customer eXperience Center:

 

Name, address, and telephone number

 Model number and serial number

 A clear, detailed description of the problem

 

Proof of purchase including dealer or retailer name and address

FIRST YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  

(PARTS AND LABOR)

For one year from the date of purchase, when this major 

appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to 

instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag 

brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP 

(hereafter “Maytag”) will pay for factory specified parts and 

repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship 

that existed when this major appliance was purchased, or 

at its sole discretion replace the product. In the event of 

product replacement, your appliance will be warranted by the 

remaining term of the original unit’s warranty period.

SECOND THROUGH TENTH YEAR LIMITED 

WARRANTY (DRIVE MOTOR AND WASH BASKET 

ONLY - LABOR NOT INCLUDED)

In the second through tenth years from the date of original 

purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and 

maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished 

with the product, Maytag will pay for factory specified parts for 

the following components to correct non-cosmetic defects in 

materials or workmanship in these parts that prevent function 

of this major appliance and that existed when this major 

appliance was purchased. This is a limited 10 year warranty on 

the below named parts only and does not include repair labor.

 Drive Motor (Stator and Rotor Only) 

■ 

Wash Basket (Side Walls Only)

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS 

LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS 

PROVIDED HEREIN. Service must be provided by a Maytag 

designated service company. This limited warranty is valid 

only in the United States or Canada and applies only when 

the major appliance is used in the country in which it was 

purchased. This limited warranty is effective from the date of 

original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date is 

required to obtain service under this limited warranty.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR 

A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. Some states and provinces 

do not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this limitation may not apply to you. This warranty 

gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. 

MAYTAG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states and provinces do not allow the 

exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives 

you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY

Maytag makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the 

representations contained in this Warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes  

with this major appliance, you should ask Maytag or your retailer about buying an extended warranty.

 

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IF YOU NEED SERVICE:

1.

  Before contacting us to arrange service, please determine whether your product requires repair.  

Some questions can be addressed without service. Please take a few minutes to review the  
Troubleshooting or Problem Solver section of the Use and Care Guide, scan the QR code on  
the right to access additional resources, or visit https://www.maytag.com/product_help.

2. 

 All warranty service is provided exclusively by our authorized Maytag Service Providers.  

In the U.S. and Canada, direct all requests for warranty service to:

 

Maytag Customer eXperience Center

 

In the U.S.A. call 1-800-688-9900. In Canada call 1-800-807-6777.

If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your authorized Maytag dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

https://www.maytag.com/product_help

TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT IS COVERED

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Summary of Contents for MHW5500FC

Page 1: ...ARGEMENT FRONTAL W10775517A W10775518A SP Designed to use only HE High Ef ciency detergents Con ue pour l utilisation d un d tergent haute ef cacit seulement NSF Protocol P351 Allergen Reduction Perfo...

Page 2: ...NG 23 WARRANTY 32 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Back Cover S CURIT DE LA LAVEUSE 33 ACCESSOIRES 34 TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACT RISTIQUES 35 GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES 39 CHOIX DU D TERGENT APPROPRI 42 UTILISATION...

Page 3: ...3 WASHER SAFETY...

Page 4: ...VWULFW TXDOLW VSHFL FDWLRQV FACTORY CERTIFIED PARTS Accessories designed for your appliance ACCESSORIES 15 Pedestal Color matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to a more comfortable working hei...

Page 5: ...egistered touch the control panel with your fingertip not your fingernail When selecting a setting or option simply touch its name At cycle completion your setting and option choices will be remembere...

Page 6: ...reduce wrinkling but will leave your load more damp 1 2 3 4 USE OPTIMAL DISPENSE DETERGENT CONCENTRATION AND WATER HARDNESS Touch or to set detergent concentration from 2x to 6x Touch WATER HARDNESS t...

Page 7: ...and wash time to many cycles to help remove tough stains as well as a steam boost for added cleaning power An integrated heater helps to maintain optimal wash temperatures See the Cycle Guide for cycl...

Page 8: ...at the optimum time in the cycle Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser Liquid chlorine bleach compartment Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid chlorine bleach at the optimum time dur...

Page 9: ...the most energy efficiency Bright or darkly colored cottons linens casual and mixed loads Cold Wash Cold Max Extract Extra High High Med None Extra Heavy Med Light Fresh Hold Extra Rinse Delay Hrs Th...

Page 10: ...ed can be set to a lower setting Swimwear items that need rinsing Drain Spin with Extra Rinse Extra Hot Hot Warm Cool Cold Max Extract Extra High High Med Low None Extra Heavy Med Light Fresh Hold Del...

Page 11: ...vernight Wash Dry Extra Hot Hot Warm Cool Cold Max Extract Extra High Extra Heavy Med Light Steam for Stains Fresh Hold Extra Rinse Delay Hrs This short wash cycle has an extra high speed spin followe...

Page 12: ...t failure and over time buildup of mold or mildew HE detergents should be low sudsing and quick dispersing to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance They should hold soil in suspens...

Page 13: ...on Powdered HE detergent compartment Tab 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 Fil...

Page 14: ...nts Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during washing 1 Sort and prepare your laundry First wash cycle without laundry Before washing clothes for the first time add liquid or powdere...

Page 15: ...he Dispenser Drawer instructions on how to use the dispenser Powdered HE detergent Liquid HE detergent Optimal Dispense Drawer Dispenser Drawer Place a load of sorted items loosely in the washer Items...

Page 16: ...ener compartment Always follow manufacturer s directions for correct amount of fabric softener based on your load size Fabric softener is always dispensed in the last rinse even if Extra Rinse is sele...

Page 17: ...ect any additional options To add an option to the cycle touch its name Fresh Hold Steam for Stains Extra Rinse Cycle Signal or Control Lock To remove an option from the selected cycle touch the optio...

Page 18: ...ediately you may choose the Delay Hrs option This will delay the start of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours To set a delayed wash 1 Touch SELECT DELAY HRS to set the desired delay time 2 Touch and hold...

Page 19: ...warm tap water b Wipe the seal area with the dilute solution using a damp cloth c Let stand 5 minutes d Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let washer interior air dry with door open IMPOR...

Page 20: ...may see condensation on the door glass during this initial phase If you are using an affresh Washer Cleaner tablet it will not dissolve completely during the steam phase This is normal After the cycle...

Page 21: ...en the washer will not be used for an extended period 1 Pull dispenser out until it stops 2 Lift out the Optimal Dispense cartridge 3 Lift cover on cartridge and flush interior thoroughly with warm wa...

Page 22: ...om drain system and from back of washer 4 Unplug power cord 5 Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer drum 6 Bundle power cord with a rubber band or cable tie to keep it from hanging onto the g...

Page 23: ...hen touch POWER CANCEL again to restart washer If code appears again call for service Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to the inlet valve Both hot and cold water faucets must be ON I...

Page 24: ...oor not closed Close the door completely Clean Washer LED flashing at end of wash cycle on some models The washer has run 30 wash cycles and is indicating a reminder to run the Clean Washer with affre...

Page 25: ...ms such as coins could fall between washer drum and tub or may block pump It may be necessary to call for service to remove items It is normal to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps buckl...

Page 26: ...vel not visible on door or does not cover clothes This is normal for an HE front load washer The washer senses load sizes and adds the correct amount of water for optimal cleaning Washer won t run or...

Page 27: ...s started to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing Do not add more water to the washer Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent Only use HE detergent Suds from regular detergents can slow...

Page 28: ...d of the drain Fresh Hold option is ON While this option is ON the fan blows and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours The door remains locked during this time To unlock the door cancel...

Page 29: ...e that items will be wetter than when using a faster speed spin The washer is not unloaded promptly Unload the washer as soon as it stops or use Fresh Hold if you will not be able to unload the washer...

Page 30: ...mmediately after the wash is complete Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent Use only HE detergent Be sure to measure correctly Always follow the manufacturer s directions See Washer Ca...

Page 31: ...our garments Cycle time changes or cycle time too long Normal washer operation The cycle times vary automatically based on your water pressure water temperature detergent and clothes load The options...

Page 32: ...is installed operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product Maytag will pay for factory specified parts for the following components to correct non cosmeti...

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