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Maytag FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER W10254495A User Manual

Maytag FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER W10254495A
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Small loads of 3 - 4 Small Load Hot High Heavy Extra Rinse For small loads (3-4 items) needed
lightly soiled garments Warm/Warm Medium Normal Fresh Hold
®
quickly. This cycle combines
Cold Low Light Delay Start high-speed tumbling, a shortened
Extra Low wash time, and a high-speed spin
for reduced drying times.
Swimwear, items Rinse/Drain Warm/Cold* High N/A Extra Rinse This cycle adds water, then uses
that need rinsing only & Spin Warm/Warm Medium Max Extract™ high-speed tumbling and an extra
Cold Low Fresh Hold
®
high-speed spin. For some fabrics,
Extra Low Delay Start you may wish to set the spin speed
No Spin to a lower setting.
Wet load of clothes Rinse/Drain N/A High N/A Max Extract™ Use Drain & Spin to remove excess
& Spin Medium Fresh Hold
®
water from the load by choosing
Low Delay Start Rinse/Drain & Spin and turning off
Extra Low Extra Rinse. Spin speed can be set
No Spin to a lower setting.
Heavily soiled garments Soak Warm/Cold* Extra Heavy Fresh Hold
®
Provides an extended soak without
Warm/Warm Heavy Delay Start a nal spin to help loosen tough
Cold Normal stains prior to a wash cycle.
Light
No clothes in washer Clean Washer Use this cycle every 30 washes to
with affresh
®
keep the inside of your washer fresh
and clean. This cycle uses a higher
water level. Use with affresh
®
Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid
chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean
the inside of your washer. This cycle
should not be interrupted. See
“Washer Care.”
IMPORTANT: Do not place
garments or other items in the
washer during the Clean Washer
with affresh
®
cycle. Use this cycle
with an empty wash tub.
CYCLE GUIDE — SPECIAL-PURPOSE CYCLES
Cycle:
Wash
Temperature*:
Spin
Speed:
Soil
Level:
Available
Options:
Cycle Details:
Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle.
Small load: Fill the washer drum with 3-4 items, not more than 1/4 full.
Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about 1/2 full.
Large load: Fill the washer drum up to about 3/4 full.
Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make sure clothes can tumble freely.
For best results, avoid packing tightly.
* All temperature selections feature a Cold rinse, except Warm/Warm, which features a warm wash and a warm rinse.
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best ts the
load being washed.
Not all cycles and options are available on all models.
For best performance, not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together.
Items to wash
using default
cycle settings:

Questions and Answers:

Maytag FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER W10254495A Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeFront-Loading Automatic Washer
BrandMaytag
Model NumberW10254495A
Capacity4.5 cu. ft.
ColorWhite
Energy Star CertifiedYes
Number of Wash Cycles11
Maximum Spin Speed1200 RPM
Voltage120 V
Frequency60 Hz
Width27 inches
Depth32 inches

Summary

WASHER SAFETY

Safety Alert Symbol and Warnings

Describes the safety alert symbol, DANGER, and WARNING meanings.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Precautions and California Warnings

Lists hazard precautions and Prop 65 chemical warnings.

ACCESSORIES

Optional Washer/Dryer Accessories (Pedestal, Stack Kit, Worksurface)

Describes optional accessories for washer/dryer setup.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

Control Panel Overview and Key Buttons

Details panel layout, Power, Cycle, Start/Pause, Delay buttons.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

Display, Settings, Status Lights, and Options

Explains LED display, settings, cycle indicators, and features.

Dispenser Drawer Compartments

Describes detergent, softener, bleach, and Oxi compartments.

USING THE DISPENSER

Dispenser Operation, Selector, and Important Notes

Explains usage for different dispensers and important tips.

CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS

Understanding Cycle Progress Indicators and Stages

Explains lights for Door Locked, Sensing, Wash, Rinse, Spin, etc.

CYCLE GUIDE — STANDARD CYCLES

Standard Cycle Descriptions and NSF Certifications

Details common cycles (Normal, Heavy Duty, etc.) & NSF certifications.

CYCLE GUIDE — SPECIAL-PURPOSE CYCLES

Special-Purpose Cycles and Load Size Recommendations

Details unique cycles (Soak, Clean Washer) and loading advice.

USING YOUR WASHER

Safety Warnings, Detergent Choice, and First Wash

Crucial safety, HE detergent, and initial cleaning advice.

Laundry Preparation and Initial Product Addition

Steps for sorting and adding initial items.

USING YOUR WASHER

Loading Laundry and Adding Detergent, Softener, Bleach

Step-by-step instructions for loading and adding products.

USING YOUR WASHER

Adding Oxi/Bleach, Powering On, Cycle Selection, Settings, and Options

Final product addition, starting, and customizing the wash.

USING YOUR WASHER

Delayed Start, Starting Cycle, Adding Garments, and Unloading

Instructions for delayed start, mid-cycle additions, and unloading.

WASHER MAINTENANCE

Inlet Hose Care and General Washer Cleaning

Maintenance for hoses and general upkeep advice.

WASHER CARE

Cleaning Door Seal and Washer Interior

Instructions for cleaning the door seal and drum.

Cleaning Cycle Procedures (affresh®, Bleach)

Specific steps for cleaning cycles.

WASHER CARE

Cleaning Exterior and Cancelling Clean Washer Cycle

Exterior cleaning and managing the cleaning cycle.

CLEANING THE DISPENSER

Dispenser Cleaning Steps and Reinstallation

Detailed procedure for cleaning the dispenser drawer.

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

Preparing Washer for Non-Use, Storage, and Transport

Steps for non-operation, winterizing, and moving.

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

Post-Transport Setup and Initial Use

Instructions after moving or storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Error Code Troubleshooting and Specific Solutions

General error code advice and solutions for common codes.

Load, Door Lock, and Beep Troubleshooting

Issues related to load detection, door locking, and beeps.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Vibration, Noise, and Water Leak Issues

Diagnosing operational noises, movements, and leaks.

Normal Water Level Explanation

Clarifying expected water levels in HE washers.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Washer Not Running, Filling, Stopping, and Detergent Issues

Diagnosing startup failures and detergent problems.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Draining, Spinning, Wet Loads, Door Lock, and Temperature Issues

Troubleshooting water removal, door lock, and temperature problems.

Option Selectability and Indicator Light Issues

Troubleshooting feature and display problems.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Rinsing, Wrinkling, Cleaning Performance, and Fabric Type Issues

Addressing rinsing, fabric appearance, stain removal, and cycle choice problems.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Stain Removal, Odors, Fabric Damage, and Color Issues

Troubleshooting cleaning, smell, damage, and color transfer problems.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Dispenser Operation, Cycle Time, and Laundry Packet Issues

Diagnosing dispenser, cycle time, and packet problems.

MAYTAG® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY

Warranty Coverage, Exclusions, and Disclaimers

Details warranty periods, exclusions, and legal terms.

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