Front Load Washer with Fresh Hold® Option and PowerWash® System – 4.5 cu. ft.
- Model:MHW5500FC
- Color:Metallic Slate
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Description:
Tackle super sized loads with 4.5 cu. ft. capacity, enough space to clean 29 towels at once in this large capacity washer. Featuring the Best Cleaning in the industry driven by the PowerWash® system, everyday tough stains are no match for the extra wash action of the PowerWash® cycle and an internal heater. And to power out stubborn stains, get an extra boost with the Steam for Stains option. When you can't move clean clothes to the dryer right away, count on the Fresh Hold® option to keep them smelling fresh by tumbling loads and circulating air with a built-in fan up to 12 hours after the wash cycle ends. And you can rest easy knowing that the Sanitize cycle removes 99.9% of household bacteria and delivers thorough cleaning in this front load washer.Best Cleaning in the Industry Driven by the PowerWash® System : The Best Cleaning in the industry is driven by the PowerWash® system, featuring the extra cleaning action of the PowerWash® cycle and an internal heater.Internal Heater : An internal heater gives detergent a powerful boost, helping it to work harder against stubborn stains with increased water temperature, contributing to the Best Cleaning in the industry driven by the PowerWash® system.4.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity : Tackle super sized loads with 4.5 cu. ft. capacity, enough space to clean 29 towels at once.Direct Drive Motor : The direct drive motor not only has the power to handle large loads, it's backed by our 10-year limited parts warranty.Stainless Steel Wash Basket : The stainless steel wash basket is designed for years of serious stain fighting with sturdy materials built for the long haul.Cold Wash Cycle : Extra cleaning action and an active soak help wash away tough stains, while giving you the energy savings and gentle cleaning power of cold water.Allergen Cycle : The Allergen cycle deep cleans fabrics with extra water to flush out 95% of common household allergens, like dust mites and pet dander.Advanced Vibration Control™ Plus : Advanced Vibration Control™ Plus automatically redistributes unbalanced loads with a ball-bearing balancing ring and six-point suspension system, while advanced software learns its surroundings, adjusting and recalibrating from load to load.Cycle Memory : Customize each cycle the way you want with cycle memory, which stores your last setting choices and then applies those options the next time you use that cycle.Rapid Wash Cycle : The Rapid Wash cycle cleans small loads quickly with high speed tumbling and extra high spin speed for faster drying, and pairs nicely with the Rapid Dry cycle on matching Maytag® dryers to get your clothes ready in no time.Fresh Hold® Option : The Fresh Hold® option keeps clean clothes smelling fresh in the washer with an internal fan and intermittent tumbling that circulate air through clothes for up to 12 hours after the wash cycle ends.Steam for Stains Option : Power out stains using the additional soak time, optimal water temperature and boost of steam from the Steam for Stains option, which can be added to select cycles.Sanitize Cycle : The Sanitize cycle removes 99.9% of household bacteria with extra hot water temperature, delivering thorough cleaning and peace of mind.Wrinkle Control Cycle : The Wrinkle Control cycle is specially designed to prevent wrinkles from forming in the first place with warm water and low spin speeds.Maytag® Commercial Technology : Maytag® Commercial Technology ensures our washers are built to last, including a hard-nosed pump impeller for powerful cleaning action, a direct drive motor backed by a 10-year limited parts warranty, and zinc-coated springs that are engineered to work like clockwork year after year.10-Year Limited Parts Warranty on the Direct Drive Motor and Stainless Steel Wash Basket : We don't just tell you a Maytag® washer will get your clothes clean for years: we confidently back our washers with a 10-year limited parts warranty on the direct drive motor and stainless steel wash basket.American Pride : We take pride in building strong, reliable appliances for your home. Better Built by hard-working employees and delivered straight from Clyde, Ohio to you, these washers are designed, engineered and assembled in the U.S.A.PowerWash® Cycle : The PowerWash® cycle helps remove everyday tough stains in a single wash by using a combination of extra wash action and heated water.
Quick Specs:
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115V
:
27
:
4.2 - 4.5
:
Yes
:
33.0
Best Cleaning in the Industry Driven by the PowerWash® System
- The Best Cleaning in the industry is driven by the PowerWash® system, featuring the extra cleaning action of the PowerWash® cycle and an internal heater.
- An internal heater gives detergent a powerful boost, helping it to work harder against stubborn stains with increased water temperature, contributing to the Best Cleaning in the industry driven by the PowerWash® system.
- Tackle super sized loads with 4.5 cu. ft. capacity, enough space to clean 29 towels at once.
- The direct drive motor not only has the power to handle large loads, it's backed by our 10-year limited parts warranty.
- The stainless steel wash basket is designed for years of serious stain fighting with sturdy materials built for the long haul.
- Extra cleaning action and an active soak help wash away tough stains, while giving you the energy savings and gentle cleaning power of cold water.
- The Allergen cycle deep cleans fabrics with extra water to flush out 95% of common household allergens, like dust mites and pet dander.
- Advanced Vibration Control™ Plus automatically redistributes unbalanced loads with a ball-bearing balancing ring and six-point suspension system, while advanced software learns its surroundings, adjusting and recalibrating from load to load.
- Customize each cycle the way you want with cycle memory, which stores your last setting choices and then applies those options the next time you use that cycle.
- The Rapid Wash cycle cleans small loads quickly with high speed tumbling and extra high spin speed for faster drying, and pairs nicely with the Rapid Dry cycle on matching Maytag® dryers to get your clothes ready in no time.
- The Fresh Hold® option keeps clean clothes smelling fresh in the washer with an internal fan and intermittent tumbling that circulate air through clothes for up to 12 hours after the wash cycle ends.
- Power out stains using the additional soak time, optimal water temperature and boost of steam from the Steam for Stains option, which can be added to select cycles.
- The Sanitize cycle removes 99.9% of household bacteria with extra hot water temperature, delivering thorough cleaning and peace of mind.
- The Wrinkle Control cycle is specially designed to prevent wrinkles from forming in the first place with warm water and low spin speeds.
- Maytag® Commercial Technology ensures our washers are built to last, including a hard-nosed pump impeller for powerful cleaning action, a direct drive motor backed by a 10-year limited parts warranty, and zinc-coated springs that are engineered to work like clockwork year after year.
- We don't just tell you a Maytag® washer will get your clothes clean for years
- We take pride in building strong, reliable appliances for your home. Better Built by hard-working employees and delivered straight from Clyde, Ohio to you, these washers are designed, engineered and assembled in the U.S.A.
- The PowerWash® cycle helps remove everyday tough stains in a single wash by using a combination of extra wash action and heated water.
ADA Compliant | |
ADA Compliant | ADA Height and Side and Front Reach Compliant |
Advanced Vibration Control | |
Advanced Vibration Control | Yes |
Amps | |
Amps | 15 or 20 |
Annual Energy Usage [kWh] | |
Annual Energy Usage [kWh] | 89 |
Attributes | |
Capacity in Cubic Foot | 4.2 - 4.5 |
Depth | 33.0 |
Energy Star | Yes |
Voltage | 115V |
Width | 27 |
Auto Load Size Sensing Technology | |
Auto Load Size Sensing Technology | Yes |
Capacity IEC CAN (FT3,cubic feet) | |
Capacity IEC CAN (FT3,cubic feet) | 5.2 |
CEE Tier | |
CEE Tier | Tier II |
Colors | |
Default | Metallic Slate |
Control Location | |
Control Location | Front Panel |
Control Type | |
Control Type | Tap Touch |
default | |
Brand | Maytag |
Category | Washer |
Color | Slate |
Group | Appliances |
Sub Category | Front Load |
Delay Start | |
Delay Start | Up to 12 hours |
Dimensions | |
Capacity (Cu Ft) | 4.50 inch |
Capacity (IEC) (Cu Ft) | 5.2 inch |
Carton Depth | 34 1/2 inch |
Carton Height | 39 inch |
Carton Width | 29 inch |
Depth | 32 15/16 inch |
Depth With Door Open 90 Degree | 52 15/16 inch |
Gross Weight | 245 inch |
Height | 39 3/4 inch |
Maximum Height | 39 3/4 inch |
Minimum Height | 38 3/4 inch |
Net Weight | 235.0 inch |
Width | 27 inch |
Dimensions|Capacity(FT3,cubic feet) | |
Dimensions|Capacity(FT3,cubic feet) | 4.50 |
Dispense System | |
Dispense System | Detergent, Fabric Softener & Bleach |
Display Type | |
Display Type | Cycle Indicator Lights with Digital Time Remaining |
Drum Material | |
Drum Material | Stainless Steel |
Eco Monitor/Efficiency Monitor | |
Eco Monitor/Efficiency Monitor | No |
Energy Factor | |
Energy Factor | 2.92 |
Energy Rating (kWH/year) | |
Energy Rating (kWH/year) | 89 |
Energy Star® Qualified | |
Energy Star® Qualified | ENERGY STAR® Qualified |
Fan Type | |
Fan Type | Fresh Hold® |
Feedback-Status Indicators | |
Feedback-Status Indicators | Add Garment,Clean Washer Reminder,Delay Wash,Done,Door Locked,Estimated Time Remaining,Sensing,Steaming |
Hoses Included | |
Hoses Included | No |
Hz | |
Hz | 60 |
Interior Light | |
Interior Light | Yes |
Internal Heater | |
Internal Heater | Yes |
LED Color | |
LED Color | Amber |
Lid/Door Swing | |
Lid/Door Swing | Left |
Maximum Spin Speed (RPM) | |
Maximum Spin Speed (RPM) | 1200 |
Maytag Commercial Components | |
Maytag Commercial Components | Pump Impeller, Corrosion Resistant Springs and Dampers |
Motor Drive Type | |
Motor Drive Type | Direct Drive |
Number of Soil Levels | |
Number of Soil Levels | 4 |
Number of Wash Cycles | |
Number of Wash Cycles | 11 |
Number of Wash/Rinse Temperatures | |
Number of Wash/Rinse Temperatures | 5 |
Option Selections | |
Option Selections | Control Lock,Delay Wash,Drum Light,End of Cycle Signal,Extra Rinse,Fresh Hold®,My Cycle,Steam for Stains |
Out of Balance Sensing | |
Out of Balance Sensing | Yes |
Pedestal Options | |
Pedestal Options | Yes |
Power Cord Included | |
Power Cord Included | Yes |
Pre Soak | |
Pre Soak | No |
Prop 65 | |
Prop 65 | Standard |
Size (in.) | |
Size (in.) | 27 |
Soil Selections | |
Soil Selections | Light,Extra Heavy,Normal,Heavy |
Sound Package | |
Sound Package | Quiet Series™ |
Spin Speed Selections | |
Spin Speed Selections | High,Max Extract,Medium,Off,Slow |
Spin Speeds | |
Spin Speeds | 5 |
Stackable | |
Stackable | Yes |
Suspension System | |
Suspension System | 2 Springs 4 Dampers |
Temperature Selections | |
Temperature Selections | Hot,Extra Hot,Cold,Cool,Warm |
UL | |
UL | UL |
Volts | |
Volts | 120 |
Washer Cycle Selections | |
Washer Cycle Selections | Allergen,Bedding,Clean Washer with affresh,Cold Wash,Delicates,Drain & Spin,Normal,Powerwash®,Rapid Wash,Sanitize,Wrinkle Control |
Water Factor | |
Water Factor | 3.20 |
Window | |
Window | Yes |
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