Washer Doesn’t Move Smoothly Between Cycles
Problem:
Maytag Bravos washer will not continue to the next cycle after the wash cycle.
Solution:
If the washer starts and seems to progress through the cycle well but doesn’t move to the spin cycle, the problem may be with the locking lid switch. If the door lock switch does not engage fully, the washer will not move into the high spin mode.
Excess Lint Left on Clothes
Problem:
Excess lint and hair (both human and pet) are left on clothes after washing even with a second rinse cycle.
Solution
Older washers had a removable lint filter that could be cleaned manually. Today’s washers have a built-in lint filter but it cannot be accessed easily for cleaning.
Problem With Maytag Bravos Fabric Softener Dispenser
Problem:
The fabric softener dispenser will not function properly and leaves gooey residue in the dispenser cup. To clean the pump filter, follow the directions in your washer manual to access the water pump. You may find lots of lint, coins, buttons, or even a sock that is causing a slow drain and leaving lint on your clothes.
Solution:
The most common reason that a fabric softener dispenser is that the dispenser is clogged. If the dispenser is not removable, you can still give it a good cleaning using distilled white vinegar. Heat the vinegar in the microwave until it is very hot but not boiling. Dip an old toothbrush into the heated vinegar and give the dispenser a good scrubbing. It is also helpful after the scrubbing to fill the dispenser with the warm distilled white vinegar and let the empty washer run through a hot wash cycle.
