Front Load Washer with Fresh Hold® Option and PowerWash® System – 4.5 cu. ft.
MHW5500FC
Color: Metallic Slate
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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® system1, 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 bacteria2 and delivers thorough cleaning in this front load washer.
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.
The Best Cleaning in the industry is driven by the PowerWash® system3, featuring the extra cleaning action of the PowerWash® cycle and an internal heater.
1 Models with the PowerWash® system: MHW8200F, MHW5500F, MHW3500F, MHW3505F. Based on 20-lb load, among leading front load brands, PowerWash® cycle vs. comparable cycles and default settings.
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 bacteria2 with extra hot water temperature, delivering thorough cleaning and peace of mind.
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 warranty4 on the direct drive motor and stainless steel wash basket.
The PowerWash® cycle helps remove everyday tough stains in a single wash by using a combination of extra wash action and heated water.
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® system1.
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 Wrinkle Control cycle is specially designed to prevent wrinkles from forming in the first place with warm water and low spin speeds.
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.
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 warranty4.
The stainless steel wash basket is designed for years of serious stain fighting with sturdy materials built for the long haul.
The Allergen cycle deep cleans fabrics with extra water to flush out 95% of common household allergens,5 like dust mites and pet dander.
Capacity
4-1/2
Depth
32-15/16 in
Depth With Door Open 90 Degree
52-15/16 in
Height
39-3/4 in
Maximum Height
39-3/4 in
Minimum Height
38-3/4 in
Width
27.0 in
Window
Yes
Dispense System
Detergent, Fabric Softener & Bleach
Drum Material
Stainless Steel
Interior Light
Yes
Suspension System
2 Springs 4 Dampers
Number of Wash Cycles
11
ADA Compliant
ADA Height and Side and Front Reach Compliant
CEE Tier
Tier II
Prop 65
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Size
27 in
UL
UL
ADA Compliant
ADA Height and Side and Front Reach Compliant
Energy Star® Qualified
ENERGY STAR® Certified
Hz
60
Power Cord Included
Yes
Volts
120
Electronic Display Type
Cycle Indicator Lights with Digital Time Remaining
Location of Controls
Front Panel
Pedestal Options
Yes
Sound Package
Quiet Series™
Stackable
Yes
Annual Energy Usage [kWh]
89.0
ProductOutletCategories
Laundry
Lid/Door Swing
Left
Delay Start
Up to 12 hours
Number of Soil Levels
4
Number of Spin Speeds
5
Number of Wash/Rinse Temperatures
5
Pre Soak
No
Soil Selections
Extra Heavy, Heavy, Normal, Light
Spin Speed Selections
Max Extract, High, Medium, Slow, Off
Temperature Selections
Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot, Extra Hot
1 Models with the PowerWash® system: MHW8200F, MHW5500F, MHW3500F, MHW3505F. Based on 20-lb load, among leading front load brands, PowerWash® cycle vs. comparable cycles and default settings.
2 Bacteria tested were K. pneumonia, P. aureginosa and S. aureus.
3 Models with the PowerWash® system: MHW8200F, MHW5500F, MHW3500F, MHW3505F. Based on 20-lb load, among leading front load brands, PowerWash® cycle vs. comparable cycles and default settings.
4 Visit maytag.com for warranty details.
5 Allergens tested were dust mites and pet dander.