Maytag MVWC215EW Benutzung Und Pflege

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.

IMPORTANT: 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.

Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose 

failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, 

cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on 

the label with a permanent marker.
NOTE: This washer does not include inlet hoses. See the 

“Installation Instructions” for more information.

Performing at its Best
1.  Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions 

regarding the amount of detergent to use. Never use more than 

the recommended amount because that may increase the rate 

at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your 

washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.

2.  Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not 

exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better job of 

controlling the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate.

3.  Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help dry out 

the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing residue.

Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer
Read these instructions completely before beginning the 

routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer 

Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once 

per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, 

to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise 

accumulate in your washer.
Cleaning the Inside of the Washer
To keep your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions 

provided above, and use this recommended monthly cleaning 

procedure:
Recommended Cycle for Cleaning the Washer
Refer to the “Cycle Guide” for the optimal cycle for cleaning the 

inside of the washer. Use this cycle with affresh

®

 Washer Cleaner 

or liquid chlorine bleach as described below.
Begin procedure
1. affresh

a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.
b. Place an affresh

®

 Washer Cleaner tablet in the bottom of  

the washer basket.

c. Do not place an affresh

®

 Washer Cleaner tablet in the 

detergent dispenser.

d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer 

when following this procedure.

e. Close the washer lid.
f. Select the cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of  

the washer.

g. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must be 

interrupted, press START/Pause/Unlock once or twice (depending 

on model). After the cycle has stopped, run a RINSE & SPIN 

cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.
b. Add 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach 

compartment.

NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is 

recommended above could cause washer damage over time.
c. Close the washer lid.
d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer 

when following this procedure.

e. Select the cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of the 

washer.

f.  Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the cycle.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must 

be interrupted, press START/Pause/Unlock once or twice 

(depending on model). After the cycle has stopped, run a 

RINSE & SPIN cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

Cleaning the Dispensers
After a period of using your washer, you may find some residue 

buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove residue from 

the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth and towel dry. 

Do not attempt to remove the dispensers or trim for cleaning. 

The dispensers and trim are not removable. If your model has a 

dispenser drawer, however, remove the drawer and clean it before 

or after you run the Clean Washer cycle. Use an all-purpose 

surface cleaner, if needed.
Cleaning the Outside of the Washer
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills.  

Use only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external washer 

surfaces.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s finish, do not use 

abrasive products.