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Technical Service Guide

JUNE 2020

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 Consumer & Industrial

MFH180-G1302DS_F01E-US

Little Swan Electric Co., Ltd 

MFH180-G1302DS_F01E-EU  

Summary of Contents for MFH180-G1302DS F01E-EU

Page 1: ...Midea Group Midea Front Load Washer Models Technical Service Guide JUNE 2020 Midea Consumer Industrial MFH180 G1302DS_F01E US Little Swan Electric Co Ltd MFH180 G1302DS_F01E EU ...

Page 2: ... r e t n i connection with its use WARNING To avoid personal injury disconnect power before servicing t s e t r o s i s o n g a i d r o f d e r i u q e r s i r e w o p l a c i r t c e l e f I t c u d o r p s i h t purposes disconnect the power immediately after performing the necessary checks RECONNECT ALL GROUNDING DEVICES If grounding wires screws straps clips nuts or washers used to complete a ...

Page 3: ...anel 35 Heater Assembly 44 Introduction 5 Inverter 46 Line Filter 36 Motor Assembly 47 Nomenclature 4 Operation Overview 25 Outer Tub Assembly and Suspension 56 Pedestal Installation Washer and Dryer 19 Programming the Control Board 28 Pump 42 Schematic 62 Service Panel 30 Service Test Mode 58 Stacking Instructions 22 Top Panel 30 Tub Gasket Boot 51 Using the Washer 12 Midea Washer Warranty 63 Was...

Page 4: ... sheet is located behind the control panel Capacity Conf guration Brand M Midea Feature Packages F Front load washer Feature Packages F01 Door code Display mode E LED digital screen Structural code D Frequency conversion motor S Double intake water Speed Feature Packages H Heating type System code G Large drum Control board code 4 MFH180 G1302DS_F01E 180 18Kg ...

Page 5: ...est mode built in Specific washer components can be operated Error codes are recorded and accessible on the control panel s 7 segment display Two piece plastic outer tub is formed from tough lightweight polypropylene The wash tub is constructed of durable stainless steel Two suspension springs and four dampers provide maximum off balance load protection with minimal vibration transfer to the floor...

Page 6: ...dark a press of the Power button will wake up the display Select a wash cycle Defaults are set for each cycle These default settings can be changed See Control setting for more information Press the START PAUSE button MFH180 G1302DS F01E EU MFH180 G1304DS F01E ID Press the Pause Add a Garment button ECO 40 60 ...

Page 7: ...in synthetic fibers or blended fabrics Baby Care Washing the baby s clothes it can make the baby s wear cleaner and make the rinse performance better to protect the baby skin 20 Tub Clean Use for cleaning the basket of residue and odor Recommended use of at least once per month NOTE Never load laundry white using Tub Clean The laundry may become damaged See the Care and Cleaning section Rinse Spin ...

Page 8: ...reached the desired setting Tap Cold Cold Warm Hot or Extra Hot By design to protect fabrics not all wash temperatures are available for certain wash cycles SPIN SPEED Changing the Spin speed changes the final spin speed of the cycles Always follow the garment manufacturer s care label when changing the Spin speed To change the Spin speed press the Spin speed button until you have reached the desir...

Page 9: ...tion reduces the overall washer cycle time by optimizing the wash rinse and spin actions and or gently raising the wash temperature to get clothes cleaned faster Option is available on Normal Colors Bulky Sheets Heavy Duty Whites Towels Hand Wash Delicates Baby Care Casual or Sportswear cycles Total wash time will vary based on cycle chosen and options selected To use 1 Turn power on and select a ...

Page 10: ... by touching buttons with this option selected To lock the washer press and hold the Extra Rinse and Pre Wash buttons for 3 seconds To unlock the washer controls press and hold Extra Rinse and Pre Wash buttons for 3 seconds NOTE The Power button can still be used when the machine is locked MY CYCLE To save a favorite cycle set the desired setting for wash cycle soil level spin speed and wash temp ...

Page 11: ...ur home and the balance of the load in the washer You may see the time remaining on the display increase to accommodate a slower spin speed to handle unbalanced loads B A C D Cycle status is also displayed and certain features such as Delay Wash or Steam are shown indicating they have been selected Press to start a wash cycle If the washer is running pressing it once will pause the washer Press ag...

Page 12: ...nt You may see water in the dispenser drawer at the end of the cycle This is a result of the flushing siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the washer NOTE Liquid detergent will drain into the washer drum as it is added Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature water hardness size and soil level of the load Avoid using too much detergent in your washer as it ca...

Page 13: ... the amount of powder to use Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature water hardness size and soil level of the load Avoid using too much detergent in your washer as it can lead to oversudsing and detergent residue being left on the clothes Using more detergent than the recommended quantity can cause residue buildup on your washer Liquid Detergent Locate the concentration of y...

Page 14: ...in damaged clothes NOTE Do not use powdered bleach in the dispenser The Fabric Softener Compartment IMPORTANT Be sure to identify the correct compartment for fabric softener before using If desired pour the recommended amount of liquid fabric softener into the compartment labeled FABRIC SOFTENER Use only liquid fabric softener in the dispenser Dilute with water to the maximum fill line Do not excee...

Page 15: ...harp objects INTERIOR To clean the interior of the washer select the Tub Clean feature on the control panel This Tub Clean cycle should be performed at a minimum once per month This cycle will use more water in addition to bleach to control the rate at which soils and detergents may accumulate in your washer NOTE Read the instructions below completely before starting the Tub Clean cycle 1 Remove a...

Page 16: ... When interrupted be sure to run a complete Tub Clean cycle before using the washer If the Power pad is pressed during Tub Clean the cycle will be lost IMPORTANT Run Tub Clean with 1 Cup 250 ml of bleach once a month After the completion of a Tub Clean cycle the interior of your washer may have a bleach smell It is recommended to run a light color load after the Tub Clean cycle DISPENSER DRAWER AR...

Page 17: ... not dumped to the drain To retrieve lost items clean out the pump filter Pumpfi lter 1 Using a coin or flat screwdriver in the notch on the door open the access door 2 Place a shallow pan or dish under the pump access door and towels on the floor in front of the washer to protect the floor It is normal to catch about a cup of water when the filter is removed 3 Pull down the pour spout Pour spout ...

Page 18: ...counterclockwise and remove the filter Open slowly to allow the water to drain Pour spout 5 Clean the debris from the filter 6 Replace the filter and turn clockwise Tighten securely 7 Flip up the pour spout 8 Close the access door ...

Page 19: ...zer Kit Contents WARNING Due to the size and weight of the washer or dryer and to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage 2 people are required for proper installation Note DO NOT remove washer shipping bolts prior to pedestal installation Shipping bolts MUST be reinstalled if previously removed Care should always be taken when laying the washer or dryer on its side to prevent component damag...

Page 20: ...OT tighten the bolts Align the pedestal with the unit Use an 8 mm socket wrench to securely tighten the bolts 7 8 9 10 Note The support pads should be installed on the dryer only DO NOT INSTALL THE PADS ON THE WASHER PEDESTAL Install a support pad at each top corner of the pedestal Ensure both protrusions on each pad are inserted in the holes on top of the pedestal 6 Continued Next Page Pull the d...

Page 21: ...nstallation instructions to complete the installation 19 Stand the washer or dryer upright Move it close to its final location Make sure that the washer or dryer is level by placing a spirit level on top Check side to side and front to back Use an open end or adjustable wrench to adjust the legs in or out Tighten the locknuts against the bottom of the pedestal Note To minimize vibration the locknu...

Page 22: ...ctured home Location Requirements When installed in a location other than an alcove or closet the minimal clearances to combustible surfaces and for air opening are 0 inches on both sides and 1 inch at the rear Note If your dryer is approved for installation in an alcove or a closet it will be stated on a label on the back When installed in an alcove or closet Minimum clearance between dryer cabin...

Page 23: ...kets 2 Back out and remove all 4 leveling legs Remove the adhesive backing and firmly place the 4 rubber pads over the leg brackets 3 Leg bracket Align the holes in the left bracket with the holes in the bottom left corner of the dryer Attach the bracket using 2 5 5 22mm Phillips head screws 4 Continued Next Page Align the holes in the right bracket with the holes in the bottom right corner of the...

Page 24: ...r control panel and place the dryer on top of the washer Align the holes in the brackets with the holes in the back of the washer Attach the brackets to the washer using 4 4 2 11mm Phillips head screws 8 9 WARNING Do not push on the dryer after it is stacked on the washer Pushing on the dryer may result in pinched fingers Caution Use felt pads or other sliding device to assist moving and to protec...

Page 25: ...nge the volume on or off Select the SOIL LEVEL to increase or decrease wash time needed to remove different amounts of soil Select the SPIN SPEED to change the final spin speed of the cycles Follow the fabric manufacturer s care label when selecting spin speed Select the WASH TEMP to adjust the proper water temperature for the wash cycle Follow the fabric manufacturer s care label when selecting w...

Page 26: ...basket pauses for a predetermined period of time The basket rotates counterclockwise for a predetermined period of time at a predetermined speed The length of tumble wash time is adaptive to the soil level programmed into the machine at the start of the cycle Spin The spin is designed to extract as much water and detergent as possible without harming fabrics Speeds can be as slow as 90 rpm out of ...

Page 27: ...ating Element Pump Outlet Hose Tub Drain Hose Pump Damper Inverter Motor Water Level Senser Water Valve Line Filter Dispenser Inlet Hose Nozzle Hose Water Valve Outlet Hose 3 Way Pipe Dispenser Assembly Continued Next Page Top View Front View ...

Page 28: ... 28 Dispenser Drawer Tub Drive Pulley Belt Motor Component Locator Views Con t ...

Page 29: ... 29 Inverter Board Control and Inverter Board Connections Control Board ...

Page 30: ...his appliance Either Phillips or square drive screwdrivers can be used to extract or install these screws Removal of the top panel provides access to the control panel dispenser water valve water level control and line filter The top panel is held in place by a top cover and 3 screws on the back To remove the top panel Remove the 3 Phillips head screws that attach the top cover then pull the cover...

Page 31: ...cess 2 Lock Tab Control Panel The control panel is held in place with Phillips head screws and tabs Pull the dispenser out to the stop position Press down on the lock tab Pull the dispenser out 1 Remove 3 all Phillips head screws from the control panel rear cover 3 Disconnect the wire harnesses from the control panel wire harness 4 ...

Page 32: ...selections or start a selected cycle Run The control board is executing the currently selected cycle The door is locked Pause The control is stopped by user during the execution of a cycle LEDs and 7 segment display on front panel stay on all loads are turned off The door is unlocked The control board is ready to take user input to either modify resume or cancel the cycle End of Cycle A cycle is c...

Page 33: ...ated with the door lock can initiate error codes E30 thru E30 See Service Test Mode The door lock is held to the front panel with 2 Phillips head screws The door lock is accessed from the front of the washer when the right side of the gasket is partially pulled back To remove the door lock Remove the 2 Phillips head screws that hold the door lock to the front panel 1 Continued Next Page To remove ...

Page 34: ...r strike to the door frame cover 1 2 Remove the door strike Note The door strike position on the door can be horizontally adjusted 1 8 inch Adjust position of the door strike for best door closure 3 Note The door latch is solenoid activated It can remain locked after power is removed To manually unlock door Disconnect the washer from electrical supply WARNING To avoid injury ensure all mechanical ...

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Page 36: ...er surface to be burnt by heat or a power surge The lter resistance should be approximately 0 between the black top wire terminals and 0 between the white bottom wire terminals To remove the line lter Remove the single black top and single white bottom wires Disconnect the wire harness by pressing the tab and pulling outward Press the locking tab and remove the ground wire 1 2 3 4 Remove the 1 Phi...

Page 37: ...Water Level Senser Continued Next Page Water Level Control Operation When the machine is empty there is no water in the outer tub and no pressure in the air chamber the sensor will output the empty frequency signal As the water level rises the air pressure in the air chamber increases the water sensor frequency will change as the pressure change until the foam level reach the tumble begins Water t...

Page 38: ...ure tube is difficult to remove a Squeeze the clamp and slide it back b Carefully break the hose loose by inserting a small flat blade screwdriver under the hose to break the seal c Remove the hose Pull the bottom of the water level control outward rotate it 1 4 turn clockwise to clear the suspension spring 1 2 3 Water Valve The water valve assembly consists of 2 valve body and 3 solenoid coils Th...

Page 39: ...ts of a 120 VAC 60 Hz motor impeller impeller housing and a removable strainer that helps prevent foreign objects from entering the pump impeller and drain outlet The pump runs whenever the washer is in the spin function of a cycle The pump runs if the water level control overflow switch is closed and the washer is plugged in Overflow protection The pump is capable of eliminating 17 gallons 64 lit...

Page 40: ...pump before reinstalling Remove the drain hoses from the pump Note The drain hoses are difficult to remove Squeeze each clamp and slide it back Carefully break each hose loose by inserting a small flat blade screwdriver under the hose to break the seal Remove the tub outlet hose from the pump inlet Remove the drain hose from the pump outlet 4 a b c d Disconnect the 2 wires from the pump 5 Remove t...

Page 41: ... plates to seal the heater assembly to the opening of the tub The hex nut is set from the factory at 31 in lbs of torque Specificfailuresas sociated with the heater assembly can initiate error codes E34 and E36 See Service Test Mode Heating Element Specif cations 120 VAC 970 Watts Approximately 8 Amps Approximately 15 Ω Thermistor Specif cations 12 KΩ at 75 F 24 C Resistance goes down as temperatu...

Page 42: ...e 10 mm hex nut to relax the rubber gasket Grasp the heater assembly and pull outward 5 6 Heater Assembly Removal Heater Assembly To reinstall the heater assembly Slide the heater assembly into the tub opening and inside the bracket attached to the outer tub 1 Seat the heater assembly in the tub opening Use a torque wrench to tighten the 10 mm hex nut to 31 in lbs of torque CAUTION Proper torque m...

Page 43: ...and motor resistance is correct replace the inverter Note If the inverter overheats the washer will stop for 5 minutes The separate inverter The inverter is enclosed in a protective housing and is located on the chassis under the left side of the outer tub It is inserted in 2 guides at the rear and held in place by a single Phillips head screw at the front 1 2 3 4 5 Continued Next Page To remove t...

Page 44: ...motor plug check for an approximate resistance value of 5 ohms between any two of the three wires Blue to white 5 Ω Blue to red 5Ω White to red 5Ω The sensor has a resistance value of approximately 118 Ω between the two orange wires Operation of the motor assembly can be checked by using service test modes t10 See Service Test Mode Speci c failures associated with the motor assembly can initiate e...

Page 45: ...te is reinserted in the slot upon reassembly Note When reinstalling bolt apply Locktite Part WX5X1005 to bolt threads Ensure motor arm is at lowest position under motor bolt before tightening Rock motor rearward to clear the motor mounts from the outer tub Place the motor on the washer chassis Disconnect the motor wire harness Press the lock tab and remove the motor ground wire Remove the plastic ...

Page 46: ...s head screws that hold the hinge to the front panel 1 lift the door components to disengage from the front panel 2 Continued Next Page Note Place the door on a soft protected fl at surface so that the door glass faces up The door should rest on the handle side ...

Page 47: ...he door glass out of the door frame 4 5 Door Glass Remove the 13 Phillips head screws that hold the door back cover to the door frame 3 Note The door frame and protect cover are replaced as an assembly The door back cover and the hinge are replaced as an assembly ...

Page 48: ...vides a watertight seal between the front and the outer tub The front of the tub gasket is secured to the front panel flange by a spring and wire located in the fold of the gasket The back of the tub gasket is attached to the outer tub lip with a wire and bolt assembly To remove the tub gasket Remove the front panel See Front Panel Pull down and disengage the gasket from the nozzle 1 2 Gasket Nozz...

Page 49: ... bolt assembly from the tub gasket Note When reinstalling the wire and bolt tighten to a gap of approximately 11 4 inches as shown Do not overtighten Wire and Bolt Retainer 11 4 in Gap Outer Tub Lip Note When reinstalling the tub gasket on the outer tub align the notch in the gasket with the arrow located on the top of the outer tub lip before tightening the wire and bolt assembly Arrow Notch 3 No...

Page 50: ...s each damper to the chassis by pressing the lock tab while pulling the pin out Note It may be helpful to tap the pins out with a small hammer while pressing on the lock tabs 3 Tab Pin To replace the dampers Note The pin will be damaged when removed from the chassis Be sure to install the new pin supplied with the replacement damper Insert and fully seat the pin that secures each damper to the cha...

Page 51: ...ove the 4 10 mm hex head screws and washers that hold the top counterweight to the outer tub Lift the counterweight Note When reinstalling the top counterweight front top and bottom counterweights use a torque wrench to tighten the 12 10 mm screws to 132 in lbs of torque 9 Remove the 8 10 mm hex head screws and washers from the front top and bottom counterweights to the front of the outer tub Caut...

Page 52: ...hex head screws from the perimeter of the outer tub 14 Remove the outer tub front half Note Install new outer tub seal whenever tub halves have been separated Use a torque wrench to tighten the 23 tub screws to 45 in lbs of torque When installing outer tub front half ensure heater is inserted inside the bracket attached to the rear half of the outer tub See Heater Assembly 15 Pull the wash basket ...

Page 53: ...r Remove the nozzle hose from the Water Valve Note The nozzle hose is difficult to remove a Squeeze the clamp and slide it back b Carefully break the nozzle hose loose by inserting a small flat blade screwdriver under the hose to break the seal c Remove the hose 1 2 3 4 Set the front bracket aside 5 Remove the tub vent hose from the left rear of the outer tub Note The tub vent hose is difficult to re...

Page 54: ...und wire Remove the ground wire from the outer tub wire guides 14 Lift the outer tub assembly up then release the 2 suspension springs from the slotted plastic inserts in the cabinet top braces Carefully remove the tub assembly out the front of the cabinet Note When reinstalling the tub assembly hook each of the suspension springs in the forward hole of the outer tub spring mounts 18 19 Insert Fro...

Page 55: ...h can cause an inability to enter the test mode To enter the test mode To exit the test mode 1 Press the Power button 2 Press WATER PLUS button 3 4 1 Press Power button Note Attempting to exit the service mode by disconnecting the power will result in a locked washer Test Mode Description t01 Model Number Verifies or sets on new board the proper model id t02 Error Codes Lists up to 10 control detec...

Page 56: ... connected direct alarm E20 E21 Drain time out the washing machine drained the pump for six minutes and the water level did not change After the error was found the washing machine closed the drain pump to the suspended state and the water level was lower than the open water level 1 check the computer board control silicon 2 whether the drainage pump has small clothes to enter 3 change pump 59 the...

Page 57: ...e alarm After the error was found the washing machine recorded the error and went to work 1 check the heating tube 2 check NTC sensor the washing machine heating tube does not heat when washing and heating E80 Communication fault alarm after washing machine initial charge no communicatia on between main control board and display board The washing machine can not work 1 check communication wire 2 t...

Page 58: ...overvoltage check power system E50 E5D inverter board undervoltage inverter board undervoltage check power system E50 E5E inverter board ultra high voltage inverter board read write flash fault inverter board read write flash fault change the inverter 61 change the inverter inverter board reset fault inverter board ultra high voltage check power system E50 E5F NOTE It s important to note error cod...

Page 59: ... 62 Washer MFH210 G1301DS F01E US MFH210 G1301DSF01E US13 MFH210 G1301DSF01E S US13 MLH52S7AWW MLH52S7AGS ...

Page 60: ...lace the product In the event of product replacement your appliance will be warranted for the remaining term of the original unit s warranty period TEN YEAR WARRANTY INVERTER MOTOR 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 pro...

Page 61: ...ble 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 16 Service or parts for appliances with original model serial numbers removed altered or not easily identified The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer DISCLAIMER...

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