Maytag MAH5500B - Manual (Page 2)

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Welcome and congratulations on your pur­
chase of a Maytag Neptune® washer! Your
complete satisfaction is very important to us.
For best results, we suggest reading this mate­
rial to help acquaint you with proper oper­
ating and maintenance procedures.
Should you need assistance in the future, it is
helpful to;
I) Have complete model and serial number
identification of your washer.This is located
on a data plate on the door.
Date of Purchase ________________________
Model Number___________________________
Serial Number ___________________________
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2) IMPORTANT: Keep this guide and
the sales receipt in a safe place for
future reference. Proof of original
purchase date is needed for warranty
service.
If you have questions, write us (include your
model, serial number and phone number) or
call:
Maytag Appliances Sales Company
Attn: CAIR® Center
RO. Box 2370
Cleveland.TN 37320-2370
I -888-462-9824 USA and CANADA
1-800-688-2080 USA TTY
(for deaf, hearing impaired or speech
impaired)
(Mon.-Fri,, 8am-8pm Eastern Time)
http://www.maytag.com
For service and warranty informa­
tion, see page 15.
NOTE: In our continuing effort to
improve the quality of our appliances, it
may be necessary to make changes to
the appliance without revising this
guide.
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A warn ING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when
using the appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
As with any equipment using electricity and having moving parts, there are potential
hazards. To use this appliance safely, the operator should become familiar with the
instructions for operation of the appliance and always exercise care when using it.
Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
Install and level the clothes washer on a floor that can support the weight.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Never plug the appliance cord into a
receptacle which is not grounded adequately and in accordance with local and
national codes. See installation instructions for grounding this appliance.
To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion:
• Do not wash items that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,
or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explo­
sive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Hand wash
and line dry any items containing these substances.
Any material on which you have used a cleaning solvent, or which is saturated
with flammable liquids or solids, should not be placed in the clothes washer
until all traces of these liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed.
These items include acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some
liquid household cleaners, some spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax
removers,
• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water
system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period,
before using a washing machine or combination 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.
Unplug power supply cord before attempting to service your clothes washer.
Do not reach into the appliance if the tumbler is moving.
Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children
is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in published user-repair instructions that you understand
and have the skills to carry out.
Store laundry aids and other material in a cool, dry place where children cannot
reach them.
Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil.These items
may contain some oil after laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may
smoke or catch fire by itself.
Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids (such as vinegar or rust remover)
in the same wash. Hazardous fumes can form.
Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small particles can stick to fabrics washed
in following loads and cause skin irritation.
Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the
washing compartment.
Do not sit on top of the clothes washer.
Inlet hoses are subject to damage and deterioration over time. Check the hoses
periodically for bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks and replace them every five years.
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