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Maytag Epic MHWZ400TQ Front load Washer 3.7 cu ft

For those who don't need to wash the drapes every week in one big batch, the Maytag MHWZ400TQ may be a good choice. Though the Maytag MHWZ400 isn't as large as its 4 cu. ft. contemporaries, its 3.7 cu. ft. drum packs in a lot of features that are as effective as those found in large capacity washers.

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Product Overview


Washer Highlights


The Maytag MHWZ400TQ is impressive even at first glance. This front loader has a heavy duty die-cast door hinge that makes loading easier. Its rubber-coated inset pocket handle ensures that the user has a firm grip on it as well. It has a powdercoat-on-steel Spillsaver top and a Smooth Balance suspension system that keeps everything in place during operation. The QuietSeries 300 sound package keeps the machine quiet.

Interior Highlights


The new Rainfall Clean Wash system with SensiCare technology, ensures prewash and stain cycle, dirt, stains, and odors are rinsed out during the first cycle by using only clean water. The rainfall effect lets the water cascade naturally to preserve the color and quality of fabrics better. This feature gives savings on energy and detergent. For people who prefer a clean and soap-free scent, an extra rinse cycle can be programmed.

The IntelliTemp automatic temperature control, determines the temperature of the water used to soak, wash, and rinse the load, depending on the type of fabric or the weight of the load.
The IntelliFill automatic water level sensor gauges the right amount of water for the load and adjusts this for every load.
10 different cycles (sanitary, whites, super, normal, rapid wash, delicate, handwash, spin only, rinse and spin, clean washer)
The 8-hour delay start option means you can leave the laundry soaking for a few hours before washing.

The variable speed 1/3 HP high torque motor operates at up to 1100 RPM maximum spin speed. The MaxExtract option found on selected cycles also allows users to have dryer and almost moisture-free clothes after spinning.

Exterior Highlights


Its control panel is easy to operate and decipher, even giving users an estimated time remaining display.

Users can add extra items just in time when the Add-A-Garment indicator tells them to. Though cycles are timed according to load, when users need to speed things up a little, they can use the adjustable end-of-cycle signal.

This washing machine also has a control panel lock out function that proves useful should curious toddler fingers or unassuming cat's paws land on them and change the settings.

The 3-tray dispenser drawer will help scoop in the amount that's needed for the load, dispensing it evenly throughout the cycle.

Dimension Specifications


Height: 36 in.
Width: 27 in.
Depth: 30.5 in.
Total volume: 3.7 cu.ft.

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Advantages


Since it is smaller than most washers, the Maytag MHWZ400TQ, at 3.7 cu. ft. is perfect for people who live alone or have small families. It can perform most of the average laundry duties in a small household while being noise-free and space-efficient at the same time.

It is ENERGY STAR certified, which means that buyers could also get rebates (if available in the area).
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Disadvantages


The main drawback is price. The retail price is at approximately $850 from most dealers and distributors.

Though it may work with other dryers, the Maytag MHWZ400TQ works better with the MEDZ400TQ dryer.
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• energy-saving

• compact

• efficient

• cleans well



• expensive

• choosy with partner dryer




Full Specifications »

CLEANING  
Load Front
Spin Speed 1100
Number of Spin Speeds  
Temperature Settings 4
STYLE  
Color White
Drum material  Stainless Steel
Lid Hinge   
Controls Digital and Knobs
DIMENSIONS  
Height 36 inches
Width 27 inches
Depth 30 1/2 inches
CYCLES  
No. of Cycles 8
Steam

Yes

Allergen Removal  No
Power Wash No
FEATURES  
Bleach Dispenser Yes
Add a garment  Yes
Delay start Yes
Control lockout Yes
Sound Package Quietseries 300
Estimate time remaining Yes
Energy Star Qualified Yes
SPECIAL FEATURES  
Fresh Hold Option No
Max Extract Spin Yes
Sensi-Care Wash system Yes
Oxi-treat (stain fighting) Yes
Smooth Balance  Yes
Intelifill (water level sensor) Yes

 




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Oct 15, 2014
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Never Again NEW
by: Hotscott

What a piece of rubbish, had multiple service calls within the first year of purchase and then several more while on extended warranty. No surprise it broke again, now a service call costs several hundred dollars and parts add up to near the price of a replacement. Dragging it up from the basement to take to service centre is impossible for us. Will dismantle and haul the pieces to the dump!! Will never buy a Maytag again!!

Jun 13, 2011
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GOOD WASHER IF
by: Anonymous

DO YOU HAVE A FLOOR THAT IS SOLID, IS YOUR OUTLETS GROUNDED OR ARE THEY FROM THE 50'S HAVE YOU READ YOUR MANUAL ARE YOU USING HE SOAP DO YOU USE YOUR MACHINE LIKE A VENDING MACHINE NOT CHECKING POCKETS

May 15, 2011
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DO NOT BUY this shaker
by: Johnson

From day 1 this washer vibrates and walks like a heavy rock dancer. The machine is so loud and noisy during the spin cycle that it seems like a heavy 900 lbs hammer is rapidly pounding on the concrete floor.
Also the washer is installed on a solid concrete floor and well leveled. So the floor and leveling are not an issue here. Different loads and lower spin selection also do not help. It is so frustrating that I may just throw this garbage and buy an European washer. My friend has an European washer made in Italy and is very happy with it.

Feb 27, 2011
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HATE IT!
by: Anonymous

Worthless. never buy Matag again.

Feb 14, 2011
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junk
by: Anonymous

I have had my for 2.5 years had to buy two boards that cost 195.00 each Built Strong to Last Long is joke it is built to last 2.5 years .IT WILL BE A COLD DAY IN HELL BEFORE I WILL EVER BUY A MAYTAG AGAIN

Feb 11, 2011
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DO NOT BUY
by: Anonymous

I Bought this a little over a year, the door latch will no longer lock and 3 seperate repair men estimated approximate cost to fix well over 400 dollars. DO NOT BUY from maytag!

Jan 21, 2011
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Roars so loud sounds like a 747 Jet
by: T. Keiffer

I have this Machine and it washes and spins your clothes so dry, it doesn't take your clothes half the time to dry. But it is only 2 years old and said it would cost 1300.00 to fix it. I talked to Maytag and they said they would let me have the parts for 1/2 the price if I buy from them. I would still have about 700.00 in parts and labor. So you can bet I tell everyone not buy a whirlpool or Maytag. If something caost that much and everyone you talk to has the same problem. THEN I WOULD THINK YOU SHOULD STAND BEHIND YOUR PRODUCT.

Sep 15, 2010
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Machine broke the day of delivery.
by: Michael

I bought this machine, along with the matching dryer, in mid-May 2010. On the day it was delivered, after one light load, the machine would no longer fill. I waited about 2 weeks for the new part- and a day that the local repair company could schedule 2 people to lift the dryer down and do the work. I then got about 3 months on the replacement part (I estimate 12 wash loads) before the same problem reoccurred- the machine would not fill. Fortunately, I took out the extended 3 year warranty at time of purchase (total 4), so I have about 3 1/2 years left of this undoubtedly on-going hassle. It is said that a good maxim in life is to never say "never" but, as I told the woman on the other end of the 1-800 number, I shall never again buy any appliance of any sort made by Whirlpool Corporation.

This washer/dryer combo was the first of a number of major appliances I am now replacing (re-doing a condominium); the rest- refrigerator, dishwasher, stovetop cooker and wall oven will all be either European or Asian- and even then I will enquire whether Whirlpool Corporation had anything to do with their manufacture.

Apr 24, 2010
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Did you mean fried.......
by: Reader of last posting

I have always wanted a circut board to be my friend.
Sounds like the washer is smarter than you are anonymous.

Dec 31, 2009
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DONT BUY THIS WASHER
by: Anonymous

I bought this washer in May 08. Before the 1 year factory warranty expired I had it repaired 3 times. Since then i have had to call my Extended warranty two more times. I bought this washer and spent alot of money because I wanted a good long lasting washer......NOT SO MUCH.....

Nov 16, 2009
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not working on delivery
by: Anonymous

I got an Epic Z 400 series as part of the appliance package with my new home. It doesn't work. The door won't unlock. There are multiple F codes. Service guy showed up and declared it to be a piece of junk. This is a brand new machine!

Unfortunately, they're sending me another one.




Jun 28, 2009
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DO NOT BUY THIS WASHER!!!!
by: Anonymous

DO NOT BUY THIS WASHER!!!! This washer died on us 2 months after the 1-yr warranty expired. It was engineered to be disposable but not priced that way. What a waste. It go the error code F-25" which basically means the circuit board is friend and will not tell the machine to spin or agitate. Absolutely useless to us now. DO NOT BUY THIS WASHER!!!!

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