Magic Chef Washing Machine Repair

LOAD
desired.LIQUID
Fabric DISPENSER,
softener withif
regular cycles or liquid detergent with Stain-Cleaner cycles,
Clean between uses.
WARNING: To reduce the
risk of fire, explosion, electric
shock, or personal injury, read
the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
your washer.
before operating
COTTONS AND LINENS provides 15
minutes of normal agitation and fast
spin speeds. Colorfast is preset on ho
wash/cold rinse and high water level.
Non-Colorfast is preset to give a warn
wash/cold rinse and high water level.
LIQUID DISPENSER
INNER CHAMBER
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD
TO OPERATE A WASHER.
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READ THESE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU
USE
WASHER
AND RETAIN
FOR THE
FUTURE
REFERENCE.
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Before operating your washer be
sure that all installation requirements are met. SEE INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS.
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MANUAL OPTIONS
The Automatic Cycles can be customized to your needs by using the
Manual Options (Speed, Temp., and
Level). Select options at the beginninc of the cycle. If one is overlooked pres,'
PAUSE and make selection while was
er is in fill. Indicator lights illuminate
option selected. Some combinations ¢
Automatic Cycles and Manual Option=
also vary time. Washer will beep if a
selection cannot be made.
OUTERCHAMBER
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The dispenser may be used for
fabric conditioner with regular
cycles or liquid detergent with
TO OPERATE:
Be sure washer drain hose is in
drain. Water fill hoses should be attached and faucets fully opened,
the Stain-Cleaner cycles. Dispenser should be cleaned after
use of liquid detergent.
Following the manufacturer's
STAIN-CLEANER CYCLES:
Eliminate the need for prespot produc
LOAD
DISPENSER,
desiredBLEACH
(maximum
one cup). if
instructions,
pourinto
a measured
amount
of liquid
inner
while
providing
comparable
stain or
removal
performance.
Add liquid
CAUTION: Never pour chlorine
bleach directly onto clothes,
chamber to fill line only. If liquid used comes below line, add
water. The dispenser will release the liquid at the appropriate time in the cycle.
granular detergent (step 2), then plaec
liquid detergent in the liquid dispense
(step 4). Clothes soak for 30 minutes
with several brief minutes of agitatior
Water is spun out and clean wash wal
If it becomes necessary to
clean dispenser, hold dispenser
with bottom side up and push
is added along with liquid detergent f,
a 15 minute wash.
The Bleach Dispenser is Iocated at the left front corner of the
door opening on the cabinet
top.
able to clean both parts using
warm water and a brush if necessary,
STAIN-CLEANER I provides a hot watq
soak and wash with a cold rinse. This
cycle is recommended for most cotton
fabrics (check manufacturers
labels).
Use for diapers, baby formula, cosine
ics, and most oil based stains.
To reassemble, hold both
inward on tabs. You are then
pieces in an upright position.
Insert the inner chamber into
The Bleach Dispenser requires
no special care for cleaning.
However, to avoid damage to
chromed and painted surfaces,
any spilled bleach should be
rinsed off immediately with
clean water.
outer chamber using ribs to position parts. Rotate until a stop
is felt. Push parts together
ly to engage locking tabs.
firmIf this is not the cycle desired,
choose cycle which best describes the type of fabric to be
washed. The proper wash and
spin speeds as well as the
water temperature are automatically provided and indicated. If different speeds, water
level or temperature is desired,
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CLOSE LID.
See Laundering Guide for full
information on use of bleach.
Load the Dispenser (maximum
one cup) BEFORE YOU LOAD
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PUSH START. This activates
the washer and allows time for
you to make selections,
THE CLOTHES INTO THE
WASHER.
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SELECT
CYCLE.
The Permanent
Press
cycle
has been
preselected. This means that normal agi-
use Manual
Options.
lights
will glow
when Indicator
selection
is made. Washer will beep
MEASURE DETERGENT, place
in washer basket,
tation/slow spin speeds, warm
wash/cold rinse, and high
when selections cannot be
made.
LOAD CLOTHES loosely in
washer. Maximum load is to
top of agitator,
water level lights will glow. If
START is pressed the washer
will proceed thru the Permanent Press cycle,
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WATER LEVEL: Preset on HIGH.
To change, touch LEVEL until
desired setting is shown. Determine setting based on load size
PERMANENT PRESS preset to provide warm wash/cold and 12 rainutes of normal agitation. Slow spin
MIXED LOADS provides cold wash
and rinse temperatures, 12 minutes
of slow agitation, and slow spin
DELICATES provides 10 minutes of
intermittent slow agitation and a
slow spin speed. Cold wash and
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rinse have been preset. /
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Q NORMAL-FAST
NORMAL-SLOW
SLOW-FAST
SLOW-SLOW
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is
selected•
will automatically
goMachine
to that level
for
rinse,
@ HOT-COLD
@ WARM-COLD
@ COLD-COLD
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II
HIGH
MEDIUM
LOW
EXTRA
LOW
QUICKWASH
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/STAIN-CLEANER IIprovides a warm
/ water soak and wash with a cold
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water rinse. As in Satin-Cleaner I,
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water and detergent are refreshed,
This cycle should be used with polyesters and blends (check manufacturers recommendations). Grass,
Ketchup, Soil, and Juices are among
stains that respond well to this type
of treatment,
gins. To adjust for higher water
level in wash, touch OFF then
reactivate unit and make new
selections, (Steps 6 thru 9,) If
higher or lower water level is
desired only in rinse, touch
LEVELuntil desired water level
MANUALCONTROLS
AIN CLEANER
y
(see
table).
Selection should
provide
sufficientwater
to permit clothesto circulate during
agitation.
It may become necessary, due
to bulky fabrics, to adjust the
water level after agitation be-
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SOAK-TO-WASH eliminates the inconvenience of wash tub soaking of
stained clothes before the wash
cycle. Soak-to-Wash provides a 15
minute soak which automatically
proceeds into a 15 minute wash
without pump out of wash water,
Brief periods of agitation are used to
thoroughly dissolve detergent,
Water
ControlSaver
Setting
High
Medium
Low
Extra Low
Dry
Weight
of clothes
(Pounds)
12--20
6--12
2--6
2 or under
(Kilograms)
(5.4 to 9.1)
(2.7 to 5.4)
( .9 to 2.7)
(.9)
Q TO START - Push START/
_.w PAUSE• You may stop the
washer at any time. Push
PAUSE to remain in the cycle
and START to resume• Push
OFF to turn offthe washer.
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RARI
STOPS
AUTOMATICALLY
when wash
cycle is
completed•
QUICKWASH reduces wash time of
any cycle except Stain-Cleaner by
50% with no effect on rinse or spin
times.
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EXTRA RINSE adds an additional
rinse fill, 4 minutes of agitation, and
5 minutes of spin. The agitation and
spin speeds correspond to cycle
selected.
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TURN
OFFwasher.
FAUCETS
when
not using
This
is to
protect the water fill hose
against excessive pressure.
NOTE: AS DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRONICS MAY OCCUR, SERVICING
SHOULD BE DONE BYA QUALIFIED
TECHNICIAN.
SPIN DRYING
OUT-OF-BALANCE LOADS:
Your
washer isloads
designed
to handle
out-of-balance
without
shutting down or interrupting the wash-
flow produced by the agitator traps
lint away from the clothes between
the inner wash basket and outer tub.
Lint is automatically flushed from
the washer during the spin cycle.
POWER FAILURE: If a power
KNITS AND BLANKETS - washer fills
with warm water and agitates slow
for 10 minutes, followed by a cold
rinse. Fast spin speeds remove ex-
failure occurs during a cycle,
restart and use SPIN ONLY to
drain the washer. Start a new
cycle.
OVERLOAD PROTECTOR
cess moisture/
shuts off the washer motor in case
S-BLANKETS
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LIQUID
DISPENSER
• Too heavy a load is being washed.
•A Too
manyprotector
appliances
are plugged
of built-in
an overload.
This automatically
can occur if:
into the line operating your washer.
• A low voltage condition
the line.
SCRUBBER
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exists on
• Lid is opened and closed repeatedly.
START
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The overload protector permits the
washer to start again when the
motor has cooled to a safe operating
temperature.
PAUSE
OFF
your service technician.
If the motor stops repeatedly,
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call
LINT FILTERING SYSTEM
SPIN ONLY
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The Lint Filtering system does not
require cleaning,
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SPIN ONLY - Washer will drain and
spin for 4 minutes at fast spin speed,
Use for draining washer after canceiling a cycle or after a power failure. It can also be used to spin water
from a hand washed item. Spin Only
Wash and rinse water is filtered and
re-filtered continuously
to trap lint
(AUTOMATIC)
shed
by most fabrics during agita-
The Scrubber, located on the agitator, can be used for pre-treating
heavily soiled items. Use a paste
made from detergent and water and
apply to the soiled area. Work the
SCRUBBER
paste
in by moving the material
tion cycle before it can be
posited on the wash load.
neered hole design on the
basket in conjunction with
back and forth over Scrubber surface. The Scrubber is most helpful in
treating soil on necklines, socks, and
knees of trousers.
re-deThe engiwash
water
Washing Guide
can beWasher
selected can
at any
time during
cycle.
be turned
OFF a
during Spin Only but Pause will not
be accepted.
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AUTOMATIC
CYCLES ...............
WASH
RINSE
AGITATE
FINAL
SPIN REGULAR/QUICK
WASH
COLORFAST
HOT
NONCOLORFAST WARM
COLD
COLD
NORMAL
NORMAL
FAST
FAST
15
15
7.5MIN.
7.5MIN.
ing cycle. The cycle will always be
completed, but clothes in this cycle
may contain excessive moisture. Redistribute the clothes in the washer
PERMANENT
PRESS WARM
MIXEDLOADS
COLD
COLD
COLD
NORMAL
SLOW
SLOW
SLOW
12
12
6 MIN
6 MIN.
DELICATES
COLD
COLD
10
5 MIN.
and activate washer selecting Spin
Only, Push start for extra spin,
KNITS-BLANKETS WARM
COLD
SLOW
SLOW
(INTERMITTENT)
SLOW
FAST
10
5 MIN.
SAFETY SPIN: If for any reason you
open the washer lid when the washer is in a SPIN or EXTRACT period,
the operation will immediately stop.
IF YOUR WASHER DOES NOT STOP,
CALL YOUR SERVICEMAN IMMEDIATELY. When the lid is closed, push
start and the operation will automatically be resumed,
STAIN-CLEANER
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STAIN-CLEANER
II
CO'I-rON& LINEN
SOAK-TO-WASH
USEDWITHANYOFTHEABOVECYCLES
15+ CYCLE
SELECTED
HOT/HOT COLD
NORMAL FAST
30+t5MIN.
WARM/
WARM
COLD
NORMAL FAST
30+15MIN.
ENERGY
SAVER- MANUALLY
SELECT
COLDWASHANDCOLDRINSEWITHANYCYCLE,
CAUTION
Care should be exercised when using a prespotting agent since it may damage
printing or control panel finishes. Spraying over or into the basket will reduce this
possibility.
& Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE OPERATIONOF YOUR CLOTHESWASHER
A WARNING: TO REDUCETHE
RISK OF FIRE,EXPLOSION,ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR PERSONALINJURY WHEN USING YOUR WASHER, FOLLOW BASIC SAFETY
PRECAUTIONSINCLUDING THE
FOLLOWING:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE WASHER.
RETAIN ALL INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
has been repaired by a qualified service technician.
5. DO NOT TAMPER with the Operating Controls.
2. PROPERLY INSTALL AND LOCATE
in accordance with the Installation Instructions,
MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED-See
installation Instructions.
SHOULD ANYONE get an ELECTRIC
SHOCK from the washer, disconnect
electrical power. DO NOT OPERATE
until it has been repaired by a quailfled service technician,
INSTALL OR STORE where it will NOT
be exposed to temperatures below
freezing or exposed to the weather.
CONNECT to a properly rated, protected, and sized power supply circuit,
See Electrical Requirements.
CONNECT to adequate plumbing
drain facilities,
4. DO NOT REACH INTO the washer if
the tub or agitator is moving. The
washer is equipped with a safety
switch for your protection. If action
does not stop when the washer lid is
opened during the Spin Cycle, disconnect the electrical power to the washer. Do not operate the washer until it
and
HAVE A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNIClAN install your washer,
3. TO PREVENT INJURY TO CHILDREN:
DO NOT ALLOW children to play inside, on, or with the washer.
CLOSE SUPERVISION of children is
necessary when using washer.
WHEN CHILDREN are mature enough,
instruct them in the safe, correct use
of the washer.
KEEP ALL LAUNDRY AIDS out of the
reach of children preferably in a
locked cabinet. USE laundry aids only
as directed by manufacturer observing
all warnings on container labels.
DESTROY THE CARTON AND PLASTIC BAGS after unpacking the washer.
Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, or plastic sheets can create a
chamber with inadequate ventilation.
REMOVE THE DOOR to the washing
compartment before the washer is removed from service or discarded.
6. TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY
and damage to the washer, DO NOT
repair or replace any part of the wash-
er or attempt any servicing. SERVICING should be referred to a qualified
service technician.
7. DO NOT WASH FIBERGLASS ARTICLES unless recommended by manufacturer.
8. FLAME RETARDANT FINISHES - improper laundering could remove
them. FOLLOW garment manufacturer'e instructions
carefully.
9. WHEN MOVING, have the washer
checked and properly installed by a
qualified service technician.
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
10. DO NOT ADD gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or explosire substances to the wash water,
These substances give off vapors that
could ignite or explode,
13. KEEPAREA around and underneath
washer free from the accumulation of
combustible materials, such as lint,
paper, rags, gasoline, and all other flammable vapors and liquids.
11. DO NOT WASH ARTICLES which
have been previously cleaned, washed,
soaked, or spotted with gasoline, drycleaning solvents, oil, waxes, chemical
solvents, alcohol, turpentine, or other
flammable or explosive materials,
These substances will be retained in articles, and articles which still contain
these flammable or explosive substances give off vapors that could ignite
or explode.
14. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE and
under certain conditions, hydrogen gas
may be produced in a hot water system
that has not been used for two weeks or
more. If the hot water system has not
been used for such a period, BEFORE
USING THE WASHER, turn on all hot
water faucets and let the water flow
from each faucet for several minutes.
This will release any accumulated hydrogren gas. As this gas is flammable,
DO NOT SMOKE or use an open flame
12. OBSERVETHESE PRECAUTIONS
WHEN USING CLEANING FLUIDS,
SPOT OR STAIN REMOVERS, ETC.
Products should be labeled "NONFLAMMABLE," Use according to MANUFACTURER'S DIRECTIONS in a well VENTILATED AREA or outdoors. Thoroughly
RINSE ARTICLES by hand before placing them in the washer. Some of these
products-rust removers for example will damage components and the finish
of the washer,
during this procedure.
15. Recent studies have shown that if
vegetable oil contaminated materials
are incompletely washed a carry-over
and buildup of the oil may contribute to
a chemical reaction (spontaneous cornbustion) that could cause a load to catch
fire by itself. This would be more likely
to happen if the load were left in the
dryer after tumbling stopped or if items
were folded and stacked while warm.
For service, call or write the authorized dealer in your area or write:
MAYTAG CUSTOMER SERVICE
240 Edwards Street S.E., Cleveland, Tennessee 37311
Attn: Customer Relations Dept.
1-800-688-1120
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INSTRUCTIONS
Part No. 36-4112
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AUTOMATIC
Before
YouTHINGS
Call Service
CHECK THESE
BEFORE
KEY
FACTS:
BRAND
NAME:
YOU CALL.
MODEL NO.
TYPE:
If the water won't
drain:
WASHERS
MAGIC CHEF CANADIAN
W209KC
TOP LOADING
DIMENSIONS:
• is the hose kinked or knotted?
Cabinet Height:
w/Backguard:
w/Lid Open
Width:
Depth:
• is the drain outlet clogged?
If the washer does not fill:
36"
44"
54"
27"
27"
(91.4 cm)
(111.7 cm)
(137.2 cm)
(68.5 cm)
(68.5 cm)
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1. Check hoses to be sure there are
no kinks or knots.
2. Your washer should not be
installed or stored where temperature will go below freezing,
as damage to the washer could
result.
3. Occasionally
• is the electrical cord plugged
correctly?
in
• has a fuse blown or is the circuit
breaker tripped?
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Volts:
120V
Amps:
11.5
Hertz:
60 Hz
Three-prong
grounding
Fuse Size:
• are the hot and cold water faucets
turned on?
time delay
Water Consumption/Normal
• are the hoses kinked or knotted?
(maximum
• are the hose filters clogged?
Max - 47 Gal.
Description
If the water is leaking:
tight at
• is end of drain hose correctly
in-
serted in and secured to drain facility?
Number,
If the water temperature
• is the temperature
rectly?
fills)
Min - 20 Gal.
of water temperature
Rinse
Rinse
Fast- 600 R.P.M.
Slow - 400 R.P.M.
Wash speeds:
Normal
Slow - 44 O.P.M.
4 Speed Combinations
Normal Agitation - Fast Spin
Normal Agitation - Slow Spin
Slow Agitation - Fast Spin
Slow Agitation - Slow Spin
switch set cor-
• are the hoses connected to the
correct faucets (hot to hot, cold to
cold)?
• are the hot and cold faucets turned
on?
• is water heater set correctly?
is done at
6. The top of the washer should
not be used for removing stains
from garments. Some stain
removers, such as rust remover,
will mar the finish.
7. Remove pins, buckles or other
sharp objects from clothes to
prevent scratching interior parts,
FINISHES Wash Basket:
Collector Tub:
Top Surface:
Loading Door:
Cabinet:
Polypropylene
Polypropylene
Organic Finish
Organic Finish
Painted
Dispensers Available
Bleach
Yes
Liquid Dispenser
8, Clothes should
washer.
not be stored in
- 68 O.P.M.
protec-
is incorrect:
lubrication
types of-
Spin speeds:
Turn off, let stand for 30 minutes
then restart. Motor thermal
tor may have engaged.
4. Lifetime
Cycle
and minimum
Warm Wash-Cold
Cold Wash--Cold
a clean damp sponge or cloth.
Polish with a soft dry cloth.
5. Do not lay heavy or sharp
objects on top of your washer.
Selection: 3 Combinations
Hot Wash-Cold Rinse
• are the hose connections
the faucets?
wipe exterior with
the factory, so your washer
never needs to be oiled or
greased.
receptacle:
Yes
15 amp.
• is the timer dial pulled out?
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Yes
If the washer does not spin:
WEIGHT:
192 Ibs.
• is the lid closed?
Listed by: Canadian Standard Association
9. Bleach, detergent, solvents,
spilled on the top of your
washer that are allowed to
etc.
remain will remove the glossy
finish. Remove all spills with a
damp, soft cloth.
10. If you close your home for the
winter, have a serviceman drain
the
washer.
cord from
electric
outletUnplug
and disconnect
hoses from faucets.