Front Load Washer with Fresh Hold® Option and PowerWash® System - 4.5 cu. ft.
Model MHW5500FCFront Load Washer with Fresh Hold® Option and PowerWash® System - 4.5 cu. ft.
Model MHW5500FCQuick Specs
Front Load Washer with Fresh Hold® Option and PowerWash® System - 4.5 cu. ft. is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Quick Specs
Fresh Hold(R) Option
The Fresh Hold(R) 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.
Best Cleaning in the Industry Driven by the PowerWash(R) System 1
The Best Cleaning in the industry is driven by the PowerWash(R) system 3 , featuring the extra cleaning action of the PowerWash(R) cycle and an internal heater. 1 Models with the PowerWash(R) system: MHW8200F, MHW5500F, MHW3500F, MHW3505F. Based on 20-lb load, among leading front load brands, PowerWash(R) cycle vs. comparable cycles and default settings.
Sanitize Cycle
The Sanitize cycle removes 99.9% of household bacteria 2 with extra hot water temperature, delivering thorough cleaning and peace of mind.
- 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.
- Best Cleaning in the Industry Driven by the PowerWash® System 1
- The Best Cleaning in the industry is driven by the PowerWash® system 3 , 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.
- 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 2 with extra hot water temperature, delivering thorough cleaning and peace of mind.
- 10-Year Limited Parts Warranty 3 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 3 on the direct drive motor and stainless steel wash basket.
- 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.
- 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 1 .
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 4.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity
- Get the extra space you need to wash bulky items with this 4.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity washer.
- 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 3 .
- 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.
- Allergen Cycle
- The Allergen cycle deep cleans fabrics with extra water to flush out 95% of common household allergens, 4 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.
- 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 3 , and zinc-coated springs that are engineered to work like clockwork year after year.
- Fresh Hold(R) Option
- Best Cleaning in the Industry Driven by the PowerWash(R) System
- Steam for Stains Option
- Sanitize Cycle
- Wrinkle Control Cycle
| Dimensions | |
| 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 |
| Net Weight | 235 lbs |
| Width | 27.0 in |
| Appearance | |
| Window | Yes |
| Details | |
| Dispense System | Detergent, Fabric Softener & Bleach |
| Drum Material | Stainless Steel |
| Hoses Included | No |
| Interior Light | Yes |
| Suspension System | 2 Springs 4 Dampers |
| Cycles and Options | |
| Number of Wash Cycles | 11 |
| Configuration and Overview | |
| Size | 27 in |
| Certifications | |
| Energy Factor | 2-23/25 |
| Energy Star® Qualified | ENERGY STAR® Certified |
| UL | Yes |
| Electrical | |
| Power Cord Included | Yes |
| Controls | |
| Location of Controls | Front Panel |
| Features | |
| Pedestal Options | Yes |
| Sound Package | Quiet Series™ |
| Stackable | Yes |
| Energy | |
| Annual Energy Usage [kWh] | 89.0 |
| Exterior | |
| Lid/Door Swing | Left |
| Modifiers | |
| Delay Start | Up to 12 hours |
| Number of Soil Levels | 4 |
| Number of Spin Speeds | 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 |
- Fresh Hold(R) Option
- Best Cleaning in the Industry Driven by the PowerWash(R) System
- Steam for Stains Option
- Sanitize Cycle
- Wrinkle Control Cycle











