Maytag LAT8714 - Manual (Page 6)

The SOAK ONLY cycle (not on all models) is used
to soak heavily soiled or stained items for as long
as desired. The v/asher does not advance
automatically into a v/ash cycle.
To use the SOAK cycle turn the control knob to
start. The v/asher 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 level with the
selected wash water temperature. After filling, it
will agitate for the selected number of minutes.
The washer will pause briefly throughout each
cycle. These pauses are normal.
This washer is designed so that it will not agitate
or spin when the lid is open. It will, 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 will automatically stop.
If this happens, push in the control 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 HEAVY cycle.
CARE OF THE WASHER
• Turn off the water faucets after finishing the
day's washing. This will 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-CLEAN LINT FILTER is 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. Run the 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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