Maytag MVWB855D Benutzeranleitung

Operate your washer only when you are home.  

If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow 

these steps:
1.  Unplug or disconnect power to washer.
2.  Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due  

to water pressure surge.

 To avoid damage, install and store washer 

where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in 

hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving 

during freezing weather, winterize your washer.
To winterize washer:
1.  Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water     

inlet hoses.

2.  Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run 

washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds  

to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3.  Unplug washer or disconnect power.

2.  Plug in washer or reconnect power. 
3.  Run washer through BEDDING cycle to clean washer and 

remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efficiency 

detergent. Use ½ the manufacturer’s recommended 

amount for a medium-size load.

1.  Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water     

inlet hoses.

2.  If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow     

WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.

3.  Disconnect drain hose from drain system and drain any 

remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain 

hose from back of washer.

4.  Unplug power cord.
5.  Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.
6.  Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.
7.  Place packing tray from original shipping materials back 

inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy 

blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid and place 

tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep lid taped 

until washer is placed in new location. Transport washer in 

upright position.

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,  

or moving:
1.  Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and 

connect washer.

2.  Before using again, run washer through the following  

recommended procedure:

To use washer again:
1.  Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. 

Turn on both water faucets.

IMPORTANT: Dispenser drawer and tray are not dishwasher 

safe.

You may find laundry product residue leftover in your dispenser 

drawer. To remove residue, follow this recommended cleaning 

procedure:

1.  Pull drawer out until you feel resistance.
2.  Push 2 tabs downward, and then continue pulling out.
3.  Wash in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent.
4.  Rinse with warm water.
5.  Air dry, or dry with a towel, then place back into slot.