A new washing machine has an average life expectancy of 11 years. Consumer Reports does not recommend replacing any appliance that is more than eight years old if it is a high-end model.
Are Maytag Bravos any good?
Top positive review 5.0 out of 5 starsAmazing washer! ... I was always against washers that use less water. I just didn't understand how it could get your clothes clean. I have done probably 10 loads of laundry, and most cycles last less that 40 minutes, and the dryer dries them in less than 30.
A typical washer should last 10-13 years. Top-loading washers typically last a few years longer than their front-loading brethren. If you use a stacked washer/dryer combo, you may have to replace both if one starts acting up.
How do I balance my Maytag Bravos washer?
Place a 4-foot level across the front top of the washer. Adjust the front legs if necessary until the front is in balance. Loosen the retaining nut with the adjustable wrench and turn the feet as necessary until the front balances. Tighten the nut with the adjustable wrench.
How do you calibrate a washing machine?
- Remove all laundry or any other contents in the machine.
- Power off, and then power on the washing machine on again.
- Hold down Temp.
- Press START/PAUSE to run the Calibration cycle.
- The drum will rotate clockwise and counterclockwise for about 3 minutes.
How do you run a diagnostic on a Maytag Bravos washer?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kyc1oQBZKs
How do I adjust my Maytag washer?
- Determine your knob setting. ...
- Turn the pre-selector knob to one of these five settings: extra small, small, medium, large or extra large. ...
- Turn the infinite selector knob to extra small, small, medium, large, extra large or any point in between these levels.
What year did the Maytag Bravos come out?
BENTON HARBOR, Mich., Sept. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The newest top-load laundry line from Maytag, the Bravos XL™ series, offers consumers an industry-best* Cold Wash cycle.27 sept 2011
What is the capacity of Maytag Bravos XL washer?
4.5 cu. ft.
Where is the model number on a Maytag Bravos XL washer?
On a residential washer it is on the bottom right-hand corner inside the washing lid. On commercial washers you will find it on the back top-right corner or left side.