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Operating Tips

Additional Tips

• If the washer stops during the spin, it may be due to an

unevenly distributed load. If this happens, push in the
control knob, open the lid, redistribute the load, close the
lid and pull out the control knob. The spin will resume at
the point it was interrupted.

• The washer will pause briefly throughout each cycle.

These pauses are normal.

For detailed information on sorting, pretreating stains, etc., see the enclosed Laundering Tips booklet.

• This washer is designed so that it will not agitate or spin

when the lid is open. It will, however, fill with the lid open
so water is available for pretreating stains or diluting fab-
ric softener. However, when returning saved water, the lid
must be closed.

• If you open the lid during a cycle, the washer will stop.

When the lid is closed and the control knob pulled out, the
washer will continue the cycle at the point it was inter-
rupted.

Loading

• Put dry, unfolded clothes loosely in the tub, up to the

top row of holes for a maximum load.

• Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agita-

tor.

• Mix large and small items for best circulation. Wash

bulky items like blankets separately.

• When laundering permanent press items or items of

delicate construction, washable woolens or loosely
knit items, never use less than the MEDIUM water
level setting. This will minimize shrinkage, wrinkling
and pulling of seams.

• For best results, add the detergent to washtub before

adding the load.

• Close lid carefully to avoid slamming.

Detergent

• Use either liquid or granular laundry detergent. For

best results, be sure detergent is added to the wash-
er BEFORE the load and be sure wash water is
above 65º F.

• Use the correct amount of detergent for the load size,

soil level and water conditions. Use more detergent
if you have hard water and very soiled loads. 

If you have soft water or a lightly soiled load, use
less detergent. (See manufacturer’s instructions.)

• If using wash water saved from a previous load, use

only half of the normal amount of detergent.

• Wipe up any detergent spills on the washer.

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Summary of Contents for Performa LAW2400

Page 1: ...ring Tips guide packed with your clothes washer It contains infor mation on recommended laundering procedures stain removal and special laundering situations Save time and money If something should go wrong we suggest consulting the Before You Call section It is designed to help you solve basic prob lems before consulting a servicer If you have questions write us include your model and serial numb...

Page 2: ...e using a washing machine or combina tion washer dryer turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is flammable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions 7 Do not reach into the appliance if the agitator is moving 8 Do not allow children to...

Page 3: ...osely in the tub up to the top row of holes for a maximum load Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agita tor Mix large and small items for best circulation Wash bulky items like blankets separately When laundering permanent press items or items of delicate construction washable woolens or loosely knit items never use less than the MEDIUM water level setting This will minimize shrinkage ...

Page 4: ...e 5 for more information Select Water Level Turn the WATER LEVEL knob to the setting that matches the size of the load If more water is needed once the fill is complete turn the knob to reset and then to the proper setting Step 2 3 4 Full 1 2 3 4 Full 1 3 1 2 Full 1 4 1 3 Full 1 4 Full Oversize Large Medium Small Mini WATER LEVEL SETTING LOAD SIZE Select Cycle Remember Items must circulate freely ...

Page 5: ... start NOTE The wash spin speeds are automatically programmed to assure proper agitation and spinning for each load type REGULAR FABRICS will provide a normal wash spin speed WRINKLE FREE FABRICS will have a normal wash spin speed along with a cool down spray rinse DELICATE cycles will have a gentle wash and normal final spin speed See Laundering Tips for proper washing procedures stain removal an...

Page 6: ...REGULAR and DELICATE cycles to be pumped into a separate storage tub approxi mately 24 gallon capacity and saved for the next load All rinse water will drain as usual When the selector knob is turned to DRAIN the wash water is not saved for reuse The water drains normally Return Saved Wash Water To return the saved wash water into the washer for the next load follow these steps Do not add the load...

Page 7: ...r non chlorine bleaches into the bleach dis penser Fabric Softener Dispenser This dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric sof tener at the proper time during the cycle To use follow these steps 1 Pour liquid fabric softener into the dispenser using the amount recommended on the package 2 Add warm water to the dispenser until it reaches the MAX line NOTE Do not stop the washer during the fir...

Page 8: ...lter is located under the agitator on the bottom of the washtub During the wash and rinse por tion of the cycle lint is collected on the filter Then during the spin and drain the filter is cleaned automatically Washers can be damaged if water is not removed from hoses and internal components before storage Prepare the washer for storage as follows Select Regular Fabrics eight minutes and add one c...

Page 9: ...agitate or spin unless the lid is closed Suds lock caused by too much suds Rewash without detergent Use correct amount of a low sudsing detergent The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure detector If the lid switch should malfunction the detector will stop operations for your safety Call for service Load is Wet The washer may have sensed an unevenly distributed load Redistribute the load in...

Page 10: ...icking sound may be the LoadSensor agitator as it moves the load down through the cleaning zone for maximum cleaning effectivness This sound will vary from load to load This is normal Operating sounds will vary depending on agitation speed Fills with the Wrong Temperature Water Turn both faucets on fully If equipped with a temperature selector knob be sure it is set directly on a temperature setti...

Page 11: ...10 Notes ...

Page 12: ...00 688 2002 U S Customers using TTY for deaf hearing impaired or speech impaired call 1 800 688 2080 When contacting Maytag Appliances Sales Company Maytag Customer Assistance about a service problem please include the following a Your name address and telephone number b Model number and serial number found on the back center of the control panel of your appliance c Name and address of your dealer...

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