Maytag LAT5914 User manual

OWNERS MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Future Reference ..... Inside Front Cover
Safety Instructions .......................... I
Using the Washer ........................ 2-3
Operating Instructions
Select Water Level..................... 4
Select Water Temperature........... 4
Select Wash Cycle .................... 5
Select Soak Cycle .................. 5--6
Start the Washer ....................... 6
Indicator Lights.......................... 6
Care of the Washer ........................ 6
Storing the Washer ......................... 6
Cycle Descriptions ........................... 7
Water Usage ................................... 7
Before You Call for Service ............ 8
Warranty ......................................... 9
Consumer Publications ................... 9
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Congratulations on your choice of a Maytag
washer! Your satisfaction is very important to us.
The information in this USER'SGUIDE will help
you understand how your washer operates.
Additional information is found in the MAYTAG
LAUNDERING GUIDE on proper washing and
drying techniques. By following these instructions
carefutly, you will be able to achieve excellent
resultswith your washer.
Should you have any questions about using your
Maytag washer, contact us. Please have the
model and serial numbers available.
MA'_AG
CONSUMER EDUCATION
ONE DEPENDABILITYSQUARE
NEWTON, IOWA 50208
[phone]
(Mon.-Fri., 8am-5pm CST)
NOTE: For service and warranty information see
pages 8-9.
Forfuture reference we suggestyou retain this
manual. Record the model number and serial
number of this washer in the spaces provided. (if
the washer changes ownership, be sure this
manual accompanies the washer.)
This information can be found on the data plate
located on top of the control panel cover.
Model Serial No.
WARNING - Check with installer to make
sure appliance has been grounded to
avoid possible electrical shock. Be sure
you read the following IMPORTANT
PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
you start to use this washer.
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USING THE WASHER
Bleach
When using liquid chlorine bleach, carefully
measure the amount of bleach recommended on
the bottle label. General recommendations are
1/8 cup for each 2 gallons of wash water.
Amount of wash water in" EX. SMALL - 10
gallons {8 Imperial gallons; 38 liters);SMALL -
12 gallons (10 Imperial gallons; 45 liters);
MEDIUM- 14 gallons (12 Imperial gallons; 53
liters); LARGE- 17 gallons (14 Imperial gallons;
64 liters); EXTRALARGE-19 gallons (16
Imperial galtons; 72 liters)t
Add the recommended amount of liquid chlorine
bleach to the dispenser before placing the clothes
in the washer tub. Properly diluted bleach will be
added automatically to the wash water.
Becareful whenever you useliquid chlorine
bleach. It isa powerful chemicaland can cause
fabric damage, suchas tears or color loss, if not
usedproperly. Do not pour direclty on fabrics.
Wipe up spillswith a paper towel.
Oxygen or all-fabric bleach may be added with
the detergent. Follow the instructionson the
package. If used improperly, fabric damage may
occur, such as color loss. Do not put granular
bleach or detergent in bleach dispenser.
Detergent
Use either liquid or granular laundry detergent.
Add measured amount of detergent to washtub
before loading.
Readthe manufacturer's instructions and use the
correct amount. Most instructionsare for washing
an "average" load. If the size of the load is extra
large, the degree of soil is heavier than average
and the water is harder than 6 grains per gallon,
more detergent should be used.
Wipe up any spills of liquid laundry detergent on
the washer.
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Loading the Washer
Place dry, unfolded clothes loosely in the tub, up
to the top row of holes for a maximum load. Do
not pack or wrap items around the agitator. See
MAYTAG LAUNDERING GUIDE for suggestions
on sorting. Be sure to empty all pockets, mend
any holes or tears and pretreat spots, stains and
heavily soiled areas.
Fabric Softener
When using rinse-added fabric softener, add the
recommended amount to the cup located in top of
the agitator. The cup may be lifted out for filling.
Add warm water to bring liquid level to the
indicated FILLLINE in the cup. Diluted fabric
softener will automatically be added to the rinse.
(Always dilute fabric softenerwilh water.)
Do not interrupt the spin following the wash cycle
because the softener will go into the washtub at
the wrong time.
The area in and around the dispenser cup should
be flushed and cleaned with hot water and a soft
brush periodicaltyo
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Select Water Level
Turn the selector knob to the setting that matches
the size of the load.
The pre-setselectorknob (not on atl models) can
be set to five distinct settings - EX.SMALL,
SMALL, MEDIUM, LARGE or EX.LARGE.
The infinite selectorknob (not on all models) can
be moved to each water level or any point in
be_een.
If more water is needed once the fill is complete,
move the knob to Reset, then to the desired
setting.
For best washing results, clothes must circulate
freely. If too little water is used, poor cleaning,
linting and excessive wear may result. Use the
following as a guide to select the proper water
level:
Ex. Small- 1/4 full of clothes.
Small - 1/4 to 1/3 full of clothes.
Medium - 1/3 to 1/2 full of clothes.
Large -1/2 to 3/4 full of clothes.
Ex. Large - 3/4 to full of clothes.
NOTE: When laundering permanent pressitems
or itemsof delicate construction,
washable woolens or looselyknit items,
never uselessthan the MEDIUM setting.
Thiswill minimize shrinkage, wrinkling
and pulling of seams.
(Features may vary
Select Wash/Rinse Water
Temperature
Turn the selector knob to the water temperature
desired.
HOT/COLD - Wash water will be the
temperature of the water coming from the hot
water faucet. Rinsewater will be cold. Use this
setting for heavily soiled whites and colorfast
items.
WARM/WARM - Wash water will be a mixture
of water coming from the hot and cold water
faucets. Rinsewater will be the same, except
when the permanent press cycle is selected; then
it will automatically be cold. Use this setting for
delicates and for colored items when a warm
rinse following the wash is preferred.
WARM/COLD - Wash water will be a mixture of
water coming from the hot and cold water
faucets. Rinsewater will be cold. Use this for
itemswith moderate soil level and colored items.
COLD/COLD - Wash and rinse woter will be the
temperature of the water coming from the cold
water faucet. Use this setting to minimize fading
of brightly colored items and shrinkage of
washable woolens. NOTE: Water below 65°F is
too cold to dissolve and activate granular laundry
detergents.
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"cordingto model )
Select Cycle and Time
Push in the cycle control knob and turn clockwise
to the proper cycle and wash time.
Washing:
The HEAVYcycleis designedto wash very soiled
loads, the NORMAL cycle isfor average soiled
loadsand the LIGHTcycle shouldbe selectedfor
slightlysoiled bads.
ForREGULARFABRICloads, turnthe control knob
to 12 minutes For a HEAVY cycle; to 8minutes for
a NORMAL cycle; and to 5minutesfor aLIGHT
cycle.
TheSUPERWASHcycle (not on all models)
provides additional wash time for regular fabric
loads. Itwill add approximately 6-8 minutes of
agitation to the cycle. To select,turn the control
knob to SUPERWASH.
ForPERMANENTPRESSloads, turn the control
knob to 10 minutes for a HEAVYcycle; to 7
minutes for a NORMAL cycle; and to 5 minutes
for a LIGHT cycle. Due to the extra cool down
rinse which minimizes wrinkling, this cycJecan
also be used Fornon-permanent press items when
additional rinsing is needed.
For DEUCATES,washable woolens or "hand-
washable" items, turn the control knob to 8
minutes for a NORMAL cycle; and to 5 minutes
for a LIGHT cycle.
The QUICK CYCLEreduces the cycle time by using
a 6 minute wash and o shorter Firstspin and
rinse. Total cycle time is approximately 16
minutes plus fill times. To select, turn the control
knob to
items).
NOTE:
start. (Recommended for lightly soiled
Thewasher is automatically programmed
to assureproper agitation and spinning
for each load lype. REGULARFABRIC
cyclesand the QUICK CYCLEwill provide
a fast wash/spin speed. PERMANENT
PRESSwill have a fast wash/spin speed
along with a cool-down rinse. DEUCATE
cycles will have a genite wash and slow
final spinspeed.
Presoaking:
The AUTOMATIC PRESOAK cycle (not on all
models) moves from the presoak into the
"HEAVY" regular fabrics cycle automatically.
Since the presoak and the wash are done in one
tub of water, it saves water and energy. A hot
water presoak is recommended for heavily soiled
items. Awarm or cold water presoak is
recommended for protein stains (blood, grass,
etc.).
To use the AUTOMATIC PRESOAK cycle turn the
control knob to PRESOAK. The washer will soak
for approximately ] 0 minutes (this includes
periods of agitation) then move directly into 12
minutes of wash without draining and refilling.
When using the Presoak cycle, use up to 50%
more than the usual amount of detergent or use a
presoak product such as Axion or Biz* in
addition to the regular amount of detergent. If
you choose to use bleach, it can also be added
at this hme.
*Brand names are the trademarks of the respecttve manufacturers.
• . .more
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The SOAK ONLY cycle (not on all models) is used
to soak heavily soiled or stained items for as long
as desired. The washer does not advance
automatically into a wash cycle.
Tousethe SOAK cycle turnthe control knob to
start. The washer will fill, agitate for
approximately 3 minutes and soak until the
control knob is advanced into a wash cycle or
spin and drain. Generally, soak periods up to 30
minutes are sufficient for most loads. If following
the soak with a regular wash, use up to 50%
more than the usual amount of detergent.
Start the Washer
Pull out the cycle control knob to start the washer.
It will fill to the selected water leve_with the
selected wash water temperature. After filling, it
will agitate for the selected number of minutes.
Thewasher will pause briefly throughout each
cycle. These pausesare normal.
Thiswasher is designed so that it will not agitate
or spin when the lid is open. It wifi, however, fill
with the lid open so water is available for
pretreating stains or diluting fabric softener.
Should the lid be opened during a cycle, the
washer will stop; when the lid is closed and the
control knob is pulled out, the washer will resume
its cycle at the point it was interrupted.
NOTE: If an unbalanced load occurs during the
spin, the washer wil! automatically stop.
If this happens, push in the controt knob,
open the lid, redistribute the load, close
the lid and pull out the control knob.
Indicator Lights
(Lights will vary according to model)
The ON light stays lit throughout the entire cycle
indicating the washer is operating. The SOAK
light is on during a soak cycle -soak only or
automatic presoak. The SUPERWASH light is
on until the timer advances into the Regular
Fabrics HEAVYcycle.
CARE OF THE WASHER
•Turn off the water faucets after finishing the
day's washing. Thiswill shut off the water
supply to the washer and prevent the unlikely
possibility of damage from escaping water.
•Clean the control panel with a soft damp cloth
and glass cleaner. Do not use any abrasive
powders or cleaning pads.
', Clean the cabinet with soap and water
followed with an appliance wax, if desired.
•The SELF-CLEANLINT FILTERis located under
the agitator on the bottom of the washtub. The
lint filter in this washer cleans itself. During the
wash and rinse portion of the cycle, lint is
collected on the filter. The filter is then flushed
automatically during the spin and drain.
STORING THE WASHER
Washers can be damaged if water is not
removed from hoses and internal components
before storage. Prepare the washer for storage as
follows:
•Select the NORMAL cycle on Regular Fabrics
and add one cup of bleach or white vinegar to
a full load of warm or hot water without
clothes. Runthe washer through a complete
cycle.
•Turn the water faucets off and disconnect the
inlet hoses.
•Advance the cycle control knob to the final spin
of Regular Fabrics and lower the drain hose to
drain any water that may be in the drain hose.
• Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply
and leave the washer lid open to let air
circulate inside the tub.
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CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS
REGULARFABRICS* PERMANENT PRESS* DEUCATES*
Fill Fill Fill
WASH WASH WASH (GentleAgitation)
SPIN& DRAIN SPIN& PARTIALDRAIN SPIN& DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE Flitwith cold water SPRAYRtNSE
SPIN& DRAIN AGITATE SPIN& DRAIN
Fitl SPIN& DRAIN Fitl
DEEPRINSE& AGITATE Fillwith cold water DEEPRINSE& AGITATE
SPIN& DRAIN DEEPRINSE& AGITATE SPIN& DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE** SPIN& DRAIN SPRAYRINSE**
FtNALSPIN SPRAYRINSE** FINALSPIN (Slow)
FINALSPIN
Special Cycles (not on all models)
SUPER WASH
Fill
EXTENDED WASH
SPIN & DRAIN
SPRAY RINSE
SPIN &DRAIN
Fill
DEEPRINSE& AGITATE
SPIN &DRAIN
SPRAY RINSE* *
FINAL SPIN
QUICK CYCLE
Fill
WASH
SPIN& DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE
SPIN& DRAIN
Fill
DEEPRINSE& AGITATE
SPIN& DRAIN
SPRAYRINSE**
FINALSPIN
PRESOAK
AGITATE I_
SOAK
AGffATE
SOAK
Timer advances
to regular fabrics
HEAVYcycle
SOAK ONLY
Fill
AGITATE
SOAK (infinite)
*Thecycle sequenceisthe samefor HEAVY, NORMALand LIGHT;however,thetotal cycletime will vary.
**Under certain conditionsthis spray rinsemay notoccur.
NOTE: Thewasherwill pausebrieflythroughouteachcycle.Thesepausesare normal.
TOTAL WATER USAGE
RegularCycle PermanentPressCycle
EXTRASMALL........................................... Approx. 24 gallons.............................................................. Approx. 30 gallons
(20 Imperial gallons; 91 liters) (25 Imperial Gallons; 114 liters)
SMALL..................................................... Approx. 28 gallons.............................................................. Approx. 36 gallons
(23 Imperial gallons; t 06 liters) (30 Imperial gallons; 136 liters)
MEDIUM.................................................. Approx. 32 gallons.............................................................. Approx. 42 gallons
(27 Imperial gallons; 121 liters) (35 Imperial gallons; 159 liters)
LARGE..................................................... Approx. 36 gallons.............................................................. Approx. 48 gallons
(30 Imperial gallons; 136 liters) (40 Imperial gallons; 182 liters)
EXTRALARGE........................................... Approx.40 gallons.............................................................. Approx. 54 gallons
(33 Imperial gallons; 151 liters) (45 Imperial gallons; 204 liters)
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE
Check these points if your
washer...
Won't fill
•Plug cord into live electrical outlet.
•Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.
•Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull
knob out to start the washer. If equipped with
buttons, be sure they are fully depressed.
•Turn both faucets on fully.
•Straighten inlet hoses.
• Disconnect hoses and check hose filter screens.
Clean screens, if plugged.
Won't agitate
•Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.
• Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull
knob out to start the washer. If equipped with
buttons, be sure they are fully depressed.
•Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer.
Foryour safety, washer will notagitate or spin
unlesslhe lid isclosed.
•The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure
detector. In the event that the lid switch should
malfunction, the detector will stop operations
for your safely. Call for service.
Won't spin or drain
• Check fuse or resetcircuit breaker.
•Straighten hoses. Eliminate kinked hoses. If
there is a drain restriction, call for service.
•Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer.
Foryour safety, washer will not agitate or spin
unlessthe lid isclosed.
• Off-balanced load. Redistribute the load evenly,
close lid and pull knob out. Check for leveling.
Be sure water level is acceptable for load size.
• 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. In the event that the lid switch should
malfunction, the detector will stop operations
for your safety. Call for service.
Stops
•Plug cord into live electrical outlet.
• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.
•Turn the control knob to proper cycle and pull
knob out to start the washer. If equipped with
buttons, be sure they are fully depressed.
•Close lid and pull knob out to start the washer.
Foryour safety,washer will not agitate or spin
unlessthe lid is closed.
•Off-balanced load. Redistribute the load evenly,
close lid and pull knob out. Check for leveling.
Be sure water level is acceptable for load size.
• This may be a pause or soak period in the
cycle. Wait briefly and it may start.
• The washer is equipped with a lid switch failure
detector. In the event that the lid switch should
malfunction, the detector will stop operations
for your safely. Call for service.
Leaks water
•Make sure hose connections are tight.
•Make sureend of drain hose iscorrectly
inserted in and securedto drain facility.
Is noisy
• Make surewasher is level and firm to the floor.
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 setting
and not between settings.
• Make sure temperature selection is correct.
•Make sure hoses are connected to correct
faucets and inlet connections_ Be sure water
supply is regulated correctly. Flush water line
before filling washer.
•Check the water heater, it should be set to
deliver a minimum 120°F (490C) hot water at
the tap, Also check water heater capacity and
recovery rate.
•Hose filter screens plugged. Disconnect hoses
and clean screens.
NOTE: For further assistance contact your
Maytag dealer or call Maytag Customer
Service:
U.S, 1-800-688-9900
Canada 1-800-688-2002

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AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY
Full One Year Warranty
Forone (1)year from thedate of original retail purchase,any part which foils innormal homeusewill be repaired or
replaced freeof charge.
Umitecl Parts Warranty
After thefirstyear from thedate of origino_retail purchase,through thetime periods listedbelow, thedesignated parts which
faiJin normal homeusewill be repaired or replacedfree of charge for the part itself,with theowner paying all othercosts,
including labor.
Second Year--Arl parts_
Third through Fifth Year Thedrive motor_All parts of thesolid statecontrols (ifsoequipped).
Third through Tenth Year--All parts of thetransmissionassembly.
Additional Limited Warranty Against Rust
Shouldan exterior cabinet, including thetop,lid, and baseframe,rustduring thefiveyear period starting from thedate of
original retail purchase,repair or replacementwill be made freeof charge during thefirstyear. After thefirst and through the
fifth year, repair or replacementwill be made freeof charge for thepart itself,with the owner paying oHothercosts,
including labor.
Thisfull warranty and the limitedwarrantiesapply when theappliance is locatedin the United Statesor Canada. Appliances
located elsewhereare covered by the limited warrantiesonly, which includeparts which fai! during thefirstyear.
To Receive Warranty Service
First. To locate an authorized service company in your area, contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was
purchased or carl Maytag Customer Service:
US 1-800-688-9900
CANADA 1-800-688-2002
or check in your telephone directory yellow pages.
Second: Should you not receive satisfactorywarranty servicefrom the dealer or authorized service firm, or need further
assistance, cart or write:
Maytag Customer Service
P.O. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 3731 *!
US 1-800-688-9900
CANADA 1-800-688-2002
When contacting CustomerServicebe sureto provide the mode]and serial numberof your appliance, the nameand _,,, ,,
addressof thedealer from whom you purchasedtheappliance and thedate of purchase.
ThisWarranty givesyou specific regalrights, and you may aFsohaveother rightswhich vary from stateto state.
Should you still hove a problem, write to: Ma or Appliance Consumer Action Pane], 20 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606. MACAP
is an in_lustry sponsore_ but independent group of consumer experts who receive and act on complaints from appliance owners.
NOTE: When writing about an unsolved service problem, please incbde the following information:
a) Your name, address, and telephone number;
(b) Mode! number and serial number (found on control panel cover}of your appliance;
I_ ame and address of your dealer and date the appriance was bought
A dear description of the problem you are having;
Water hardness, detergent brand and amount, water temperature and cycle used.
Consumer Publications
For more information on laundering and purchasing other ma or appliances, order the followlng booklets from Maytag at the prices indicated_
Send your name, address, booklet tite, form number and payment to: Consumer Education, Maytag, One Dependability Square, Newton, IA
50208. Allow 6-8 weeks for delivery.
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The Facts of Laundry-- 181YG .............................................................................................. 50¢
Choosing the Right Detergent -- 184YG ................................................................................ 50¢
Special Baby, Special Cleon-up- 191YG .............................................................................. 50¢
Before You Call (Avoiding Unnecessary Service Calls) -- 206YG ............................................... 50¢
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