MAYTAG W11355237 Front Load Washer User Guide

: June 16, 2024
: Maytag

Table of Contents

MAYTAG W11355237 Front Load Washer
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Button Descriptions
Front Load Washer Quick Start Guide
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

MAYTAG W11355237 Front Load Washer

Product Information

Specifications

Product Type : Front Load Washer
Model : [Model Number]
Available Cycles : Normal
Available Temperatures : Hot, Very Warm, Warm, Cool, Cold
Additional Features : Extra Power option

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1. Add HE Detergent
Refer to the Adding Laundry Products section in your Owner’s Manual for detailed information on adding HE detergent, fabric softener, and/or bleach.

Step 2. Load Clothes
Add your laundry load loosely into the washer. It is important to ensure that items can move freely for optimal cleaning results.

Step 3. Turn Power On
Make sure the washer is plugged into a power source. The default settings for each wash cycle are shown in bold. To ensure the best fabric care, select the appropriate cycle, options, and settings that suit your load. Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product instructions. Avoid tightly packing the washer as it may affect rinsing and spinning performance. Note that not all settings and options are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together. The availability of settings and options may vary across different models.

Items to Wash
This cycle is suitable for normally soiled cottons, linens, sheets, and mixed-garment loads.

Cycle
Normal

Temperature
Hot, Very Warm, Warm, Cool, Cold

Description
This cycle combines medium-speed tumbling and an extra-high-speed spin to provide the most energy-efficient cleaning.

Online Ordering Information

For detailed installation instructions, maintenance information, winter storage tips, and transportation tips, please refer to the Owner’s Manual included with your machine.
For information on installation, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or complete instructions for use and installation, please visit www.maytag.com/owners. For customers in Canada, please visit www.maytag.ca/owners. Accessing this information online may save you the cost of a service call.

Button Descriptions

POWER/CANCEL: Use this button to turn the washer on and off. You can also press it to stop or cancel a cycle at any time. Note that turning the Wash Cycle knob will also turn the washer on.
WASH CYCLE KNOB: Rotate the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. Press the Wash Cycle knob to enable the Extra Power option. Refer to the online Cycle Guide for detailed descriptions of all available cycles.

Step 4. Close Door; then Select Cycle and Settings
Make sure to close the washer door securely before proceeding. Then, use the Wash Cycle knob to select the desired cycle for your laundry load. Adjust any additional settings as needed.

Step 5. Press Start/Pause
Once you have selected the cycle and settings, press the Start/Pause button to initiate the wash cycle.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q: Can I wash items that have been dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids?
A: No, it is important to never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids. This can pose a fire hazard. Additionally, avoid drying anything that has had any type of oil on it, including cooking oils, as it can also result in death, explosion, or fire.
Q: What should I do if the washer is tightly packed?
A: It is recommended to avoid tightly packing the washer as it may affect rinsing and spinning performance. If the washer is tightly packed, it may not rinse well or spin correctly.
Q: What happens if the power to the washer is lost?
A: If power to the washer is lost, the settings and options you have chosen will go back to the factory defaults. However, at cycle completion, your setting and option choices will be remembered for the next cycle.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

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.

NOTES

Not all features and cycles are on all models, and control panel appearance may vary.
If your model has a touch interface, the control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with your fingertip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch its name.
If your model has physical buttons, make sure to press the button firmly.
At cycle completion, your setting and option choices will be remembered for the next cycle. However, if power to the washer is lost, the settings and options will go back to the factory defaults.

Button Descriptions

POWER/CANCEL
Select to turn the washer on and off. Select to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.
NOTE : Turning the Wash Cycle knob will also turn the washer on.
WASH CYCLE KNOB
Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. Press the Wash Cycle knob to enable the Extra Power option.
NOTE : The Clean Washer with affresh® LED will flash when the washer has run 30 wash cycles as a reminder to run the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle.
See online “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.
NOTE : For best results when using the Overnight Wash & Dry cycle, use for loads weighing 2 lbs or less, such as a soccer uniform or a running tank and shorts. Allow the cycle to run the full duration of 12 hours.
Extra Power
Extra Power option can be used for increased cleaning power. Press the Wash Cycle Knob to activate the Extra Power option, which runs a cold prewash cycle before the main cycle. When Extra Power is activated, the Wash Cycle Knob will illuminate and the estimated time remaining on the display will increase. If using liquid detergent, only one dose should be added to the Detergent dispenser, and one to the Bleach/Extra Power dispenser. If using powder detergent, one dose should be added to the detergent dispenser, and one into the drum with the load. The bleach dispenser is not capable of dispensing powder additives. Detergent Pods go in the drum with the load.
START/PAUSE
Touch and hold for 3 seconds until the light above Start comes on to start a cycle or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it. If you want to add a garment, you can touch Start when the “Add Garment” LED is on.
LED DISPLAY AND SETTINGS
When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up and the Estimated Time Remaining will be displayed. Factors such as load size, wash temperature, and water pressure may affect the time shown in the display. Tightly packing, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may cause the washer to lengthen the cycle time as well. Touch the desired setting on the display to adjust. See online “Cycle Guide” for available settings on each cycle. Not all settings are available with all cycles.

Temp
The recommended wash temperature is preset for each cycle. Some preset temperatures can be changed. You may select a different wash temperature based on the level of soil and type of fabric being washed. For best results, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric, following the garment label instructions. All wash temperatures feature a cold rinse.
Spin
This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the cycle selected. Some preset speeds can be changed.

Faster spin speeds mean shorter dry times but may increase wrinkling in your load.
Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling but will leave your load more damp.

Soil
Soil Level (wash time) is preset for each wash cycle. When you change the soil setting, the cycle time will increase or decrease in the Estimated Cycle Time display. For most loads, use the soil level that is preset with the cycle you have chosen. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, use the Soil Level setting to select a higher soil level. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, use the Soil Level setting to select a lower soil level. Lower soil level settings will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.

Front Load Washer Quick Start Guide

Step 1. Add HE Detergent
NOTE : See the “Adding Laundry Products” section in your Owner’s Manual for more information on adding HE detergent, fabric softener, and/or bleach.
Step 2. Load Clothes

Add load loosely. Items need to move freely for best cleaning.
Step 3. Turn Power On

Step 4. Close Door; then Select Cycle and Settings

Step 5. Press Start/Pause

CYCLE STATUS

NOTE : Not all Cycle Status Lights are available on all models.
The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers.

Sensing

When Start is touched and held, the washer will first perform a self-test on the door lock mechanism and the sensing light will come on. You will hear a click, the drum will make a partial turn, and the door will click again as it unlocks briefly. The door will click one more time when it locks again.
Once the door has locked the second time, the washer will begin spinning to sense the load size. This sensing process will continue throughout the cycle. You may also hear water flowing through the dispenser, adding detergent to the load.
After the load size is sensed, the estimated time based on load size will be displayed. The actual cycle time may be lengthened; however, the display will continue to show the estimated time. The sensing light will blink once a second at various times during the cycle, such as when the washer is reducing extra suds.

Washing
During the wash cycle, this will display to let you know the cycle is in progress.

Add Garment
When “Add Garment” is lit, you may pause the washer, open the door, and add items. Touch and hold Start/Pause to start the washer again.

Detergent Low
When detergent in the bulk dispenser is running low, the display will show the detergent level (Low).

OPTIONS
Touch to activate additional wash options or additional features on the washer. Not all options are available on all models.

Delay Start
Touch this option to delay the start of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours.

Fresh Hold®/Fresh Spin™ Cycles
The Fresh Hold®/Fresh Spin™ option will periodically tumble the load after the end of the cycle for up to 24 hours while the integrated fan circulates air through the washer to reduce humidity. Fresh Spin™ also periodically tumbles the load after the end of the cycle but does not use an integrated fan. To turn on the Fresh Hold®/ Fresh Spin™ option, touch Fresh Hold. If, however, the Fresh Hold®/Fresh Spin™ option is turned on, it will stay on for all future cycles until turned back off—the washer remembers the last on/off status set. To turn off the Fresh Hold®/Fresh Spin™ option, touch Fresh Hold.

Cycle Guide – Normal Cycle
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that wash cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle, options, and settings that best fit the load being washed. Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product instructions. Avoid tightly packing the washer. The washer will not rinse well or spin correctly if tightly packed. Not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together. Not all options are available on all models.

Items to Wash:	Cycle:	Temperature:	Description:
Normally soiled cottons, linens, sheets, and mixed- garment loads	Normal	Hot

Very Warm Warm Cool
Cold| This cycle combines medium-speed tumbling and an extra-high-speed spin. This cycle is designed to provide the most energy efficiency.

Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instruction and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner’s Manual included with your machine.
For information on any of the following items, the full cycle guide, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and installation, please visit
www.maytag.com/owners, or in Canada www.maytag.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.

However, if you need to contact us, use the information listed below for the appropriate region.

United States
1–800–344–1274
Maytag Brand Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692

IMPORTANT : Retain this guide for future use.

Canada
1–800–807–6777
Maytag Brand Appliances Customer eXperience Centre 200–6750 Century Ave. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7

Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.

To turn off the Fresh Hold®/Fresh Spin™ option when it is running, touch Power.
NOTE : The door will lock while the Fresh Hold®/Fresh Spin™ option is active. To cancel the option and unlock the door, touch Power.

Steam
The Steam option adds additional soak and wash time to many cycles to help remove tough stains as well as a steam boost for added cleaning power. An integrated heater helps to maintain optimal wash temperatures.
Extra Rinse
Activate this option to add an extra rinse to most cycles. You can also touch and hold Extra Rinse for 3 seconds to disable/enable the Control Lock.
Cycle Signal
Touch and hold Cycle Signal for about 3 seconds. The display will count down. You will see “3,” then “2,” then “1.” The display will start displaying the sound levels. You will see “1,” then “2,” then “3,” then
“Off.” When the Cycle Signal is released, the last value shown will be the current selection.
Control Lock
Touch and hold for 3 seconds to lock the controls to avoid unwanted changes or operation. Touch and hold 3 seconds again to unlock. For each second Control Lock is held down, the display will count down 1 second; you will see “3,” then “2,” then “1.” You may still touch Start to pause the cycle or touch Power to turn off the washer.
WiFi Connect
Download the Maytag™ app and follow the instructions to connect your washer/dryer to your home WiFi network. You may also visit www.maytag.com/connect. In Canada, visit www.maytag.ca.
Optimal Dose Dispenser
Optimal dispenser will automatically dispense detergent at the optimal time. The dispenser functions with liquid detergents and dispenses detergent over multiple loads. See Owner’s Manual for more information or the online cycle guide for concentration directions.