Maytag MVWB765FW User Manual

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Top Load Washer Cycle Guide
Settings shown are default settings for that cycle. Once you select a cycle, the default modifiers or the previous set modifiers for that
cycle will be lit. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Not all cycles and options are available on all
models. Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.
NOTE: All rinses are cold.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in
your appliance's Owner's Manual, before operating this appliance.
Items to Wash: Cycle: Temperature: Spin Speed: Description:
Overly soiled
garments, items that
need additional
cleaning effort
PowerWash
®
Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items.
Water-level sensing process may take longer for
some items than for others because they will
absorb more water than other fabric types.
Bright or darkly
colored mixed loads
Colors
Use this cycle to wash darks and colors, including
mixed loads and activewear.
Large items such as
sheets, sleeping
bags, small
comforters, jackets,
waterproof items,
small washable rugs
Bedding
Use this cycle to wash large items such as
jackets and small comforters. The washer will fill
with enough water to wet down the load before
the wash portion of the cycle begins and uses a
higher water level than other cycles. Use this
cycle after reinstalling your washer; see the
“Reinstalling/Using Washer Again” section of your
Owner’s Manual for more information.
Heavily soiled,
colorfast fabrics
Sanitize with
Oxi & Steam
or Sanitize
with Oxi
(depending on
model)
Use this cycle to eliminate 99.9% of bacteria
when used in conjunction with the Oxi option.
Preset cycle settings must be used to achieve the
proper sanitization. Be sure to add an Oxi product
to the Oxi dispenser.
Swimsuits and items
requiring rinsing
without detergent
Drain & Spin/
Rinse & Spin
N/A
Combines high-speed spin with the option of a
rinse-only cycle for loads requiring an additional
spin-out to reduce drying times or an additional
rinse cycle to refresh a load or complete a cycle
after power interruption.
If you wish to run only the Drain & Spin cycle,
select the Drain & Spin cycle.
If you wish to run a Rinse & Spin, select both the
Drain & Spin cycle and the Extra Rinse Option.
Cottons, linens, and
mixed-garment
loads
Normal
Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and
mixed-fabric loads.
Cold-only garments,
bright or darkly
colored casual and
mixed loads
Cold Wash
Cold water with an additional wash action gently
lifts stains while caring for fabrics. Settings may
be adjusted as desired, but must use only cold
water settings.
No-iron fabrics,
permanent press,
synthetics
Wrinkle
Control
Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics
such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business
clothes, permanent press, and blends.
Machine-wash silks,
hand-wash fabrics
Delicates
Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled items
indicating “Machine Washable Silks” or “Gentle”
cycle on the care label. Place small items in mesh
garment bags before washing. This cycle uses a
higher, preset water level.

Maytag MVWB765FW Specifications

General

Brand	Maytag
Model Number	MVWB765FW
Product Type	Washer
Capacity	4.7 cu. ft.
Color	White
Number of Wash Cycles	11
Energy Star Certified	Yes
Steam Function	No
Sanitize Cycle	Yes
Agitator	Yes
Temperature Settings	5
Width	27.5 inches
Dispenser Type	Detergent, Fabric Softener, Bleach
Height	42 in

Summary

Top Load Washer Cycle Guide

PowerWash Cycle

Use for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water level sensing may take longer as items absorb more water.

Colors Cycle

Use to wash darks and colors, including mixed loads and activewear.

Bedding Cycle

Use to wash large items like jackets and comforters. Uses higher water levels and pre-soaking.

Sanitize with Oxi & Steam Cycle

Eliminates 99.9% of bacteria when used with Oxi option. Requires specific settings and Oxi product.

Drain & Spin/Rinse & Spin Cycle

Combines spin with rinse-only option for spin-out or extra rinse. Use for drying time reduction or refreshing.

Normal Cycle

Use for normally soiled cottons and mixed-fabric loads.

Cold Wash Cycle

Uses cold water with extra wash action to lift stains gently. Settings adjustable but must use cold water.

Wrinkle Control Cycle

Use for no-iron fabrics like sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press.

Delicates Cycle

Use for lightly soiled items marked 'Machine Washable Silks' or 'Gentle'. Use mesh bags for small items.

Rapid Wash Cycle

Use to quickly wash lightly soiled garments and small loads with intense washing periods.

Important Safety Warnings

General Safety Instructions

Read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS in the Owner's Manual before operating to reduce risk of fire, shock, or injury.

Fire Hazard Warning

Never place items dampened with gasoline or flammable fluids. Do not dry anything with oil on it; risk of death, explosion, or fire.

Laundry Preparation and Tips

Sort and Prepare Laundry

Empty pockets, sort by cycle/temp/color, separate soiled/delicate items, treat stains, secure zippers, mend rips.

Helpful Tips for Best Performance

Use HE detergent for bulky items, load waterproof items evenly, use mesh bags for delicates, turn knits inside out.

Important Notes

Always follow fabric care labels. Washer will not start or fill with the lid open.