Maytag LAT8904 User Manual

Models: LAT9804 • LAT9824 • LAT6914 • LAT8904
TABLE OF CONTENTS ABOUT YOUR MAYTAG
Page Congratnlations on your choice of a Maytag washer!
About Your Maytag ........ Inside Front Cover Your satisfaction is very important to us. The informa-
Future Reference ......... Inside Front Cover tion in this USER'S GUIDE will help you understand
Safety" Instruetions ........................ 1 how your washer operates. Additional information on
proper laundering techniques is found in the MAYTAG
Using Laundry Additives ....................... 2 LAUNDERING GUIDE. By following these instmc-
Loading the Washer ...................... 3 tions carefully, you will achieve excellent results with
Operating Instructions your washer.
Select Options .......................... 4 If you have any questions about using your Ma_ag
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Select Water Level ....................... 4 washer, contact us. Please have the washer s mode mad
serial numbers available.
Select Wash/Rinse Water Temp .............. 4
Select Cycle and Time. 4 Maytag Consumer Education
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Start the Washer ......................... 6 Newton, IA 50208
Indicator Lights ......................... 6 (515) 791-8911 (8 am-5 pm Central time Mon.-Fri.)
Maintaining the Washer ....................... 7
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Storing the Washer ....................... 7 NOTE: For service and warranty information, see I
Cycle Descriptions ............................. 8 pages 9-10.
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Water Usage ............................. 8
Before You Call for Service ................ 9 FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Warranty ................................ 10 We suggest you retain this guide after recording the
Consumer Publications .................... i0 model number and serial number (eight numbers and
two letters) of this washer in the spaces provided below.
NOTE: In a continuing effort to improve our wash- [ This information can be found on the data plate locat-
ers it may be necessary to make changes to the ] ed at the top of the control panel cover.
appearance without revising this guide.
IMPORTANT: Keep your sales slip or cancelled
cheek. Proof of original purehase date is needed
for warranty service.
Model Number Serial Number
WARNING - Check with installer to
make sure appliance has been ground-
ed to avoid possible electrical shock.
Be sure you read the following IMPOR-
TANT PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUC-
TIONS before you start to use this
washer.

Maytag LAT8904 Specifications

General

Brand	Maytag
Model	LAT8904
Category	Washer
Language	English

Summary

About Your Maytag

Maytag Customer Contact Information

Contact Maytag for questions regarding washer operation, including phone and mailing address.

For Future Reference

Retain Guide and Record Information

Keep the user guide and record model/serial numbers for future reference and warranty service.

Keep Proof of Purchase

Retain sales slip or cancelled check as proof of original purchase for warranty service.

Electrical Grounding Safety Warning

Ensure the appliance is properly grounded to avoid electrical shock. Read safety instructions.

Important Personal Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Follow basic precautions to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using the appliance.

Flammable Substance and Gas Safety

Avoid flammable substances and potential hydrogen gas buildup in hot water systems.

Operational and Servicing Safety

Covers child safety, agitator, controls, servicing, disposal, storage, and operational cautions.

Electrical Grounding and Certifications

Ensure proper grounding and review appliance certifications (UL, CSA).

Using Laundry Additives

Bleach Usage

Instructions for adding liquid chlorine and non-chlorine bleach, including dilution and dispenser use.

Detergent Usage

Guidance on using liquid or granular detergent, recommended amounts, and load size adjustments.

Fabric Softener Usage

Fabric Softener Dispenser Operation

How to use the automatic fabric softener dispenser, including filling and dilution.

Loading the Washer

Loading Procedure and Preparation

Add detergent before clothes, load loosely, check pockets, and pretreat stains.

Operating Instructions

Select Options

Details on Energy Saver Water Temperature and Extra Rinse options.

Wash and Spin Speed Selection

How to select wash and spin speeds (REGULAR/FAST, REGULAR/SLOW, GENTLE/SLOW, GENTLE/FAST).

Select Water Level

Guidance on selecting water level based on load size for optimal washing.

Select Wash/Rinse Water Temperature

How to choose water temperatures (HOT/COLD, WARM/WARM, etc.) for different fabric types.

Select Cycle and Time

Wash Cycle Details

Specific cycle recommendations for REGULAR FABRICS, DELICATES, PERMANENT PRESS, and KNITS.

Presoaking Options

Information on using the AUTOMATIC PRESOAK cycle for heavily soiled items.

Start the Washer

Normal Cycle Pauses

Understanding that pauses during the cycle are normal operations.

Troubleshooting Spin Stops

Procedure for an unevenly distributed load causing the washer to stop spinning.

Indicator Lights

Maintaining the Washer

Turn Off Water Faucets

Shut off water supply after use to prevent potential damage from escaping water.

Clean Control Panel

Instructions for cleaning the control panel using a soft damp cloth and glass cleaner.

Clean Washer Cabinet

How to clean the washer cabinet with soap and water, optionally using appliance wax.

Self-Clean Lint Filter

Information on the self-cleaning lint filter located under the agitator.

Storing the Washer

Storage Preparation Steps

Steps include running a bleach cycle, disconnecting hoses, draining, and leaving lid open.

Cycle Descriptions

Standard Cycle Sequence

Sequence of operations for standard cycles like Fill, Wash, Spin & Drain, Rinse.

Special Cycle Descriptions

Descriptions of special cycles like EXTENDED WASH, QUICK CYCLE, FINE WASH, and PRESOAK.

Total Water Usage

Before You Call for Service

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Covers washer not filling, agitating, spinning, draining, stopping, leaking, noise, or wrong temperature.

Maytag Customer Assistance Contact

Contact Maytag Customer Assistance for further support and troubleshooting assistance.

Automatic Washer Warranty

Warranty Coverage Details

Covers one-year full, limited parts (2nd-10th year), and limited rust warranties.

Receiving Warranty Service

Warranty Service Procedures

Includes contacting service, required information, legal rights, and complaint escalation.

Consumer Publications