10.1 Kg
AAV-3
Washer
Use & Care Guide
Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions 1-2
Using the Controls
2 Speed Combo Models . . . . . . . 3-4
3 Speed Combo Models . . . . . . . 5-6
4 Speed Combo Models . . . . . . . 7-8
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Special Features . . . . . . . . 10-11
Care & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Guide d’utilisation
et d’entretien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Guía de uso y cuidado . . . . . 28
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Important Safety Instructions
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Installer: Please leave this guide with this
appliance.
Consumer: Please read and keep this guide for
future reference. Keep sales receipt and/or canceled
check as proof of purchase.
Have complete model and serial number
identification of your appliance. This is located on
the back center of the control panel. Record these
numbers below for easy access.
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What You Need to Know About
Safety Instructions
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this guide are not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. Common
sense, caution and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining or operating appliance.
Always cont
conditions you do not understand.
act the manufacturer about problems or
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words,
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WARNING! FIRE HAZARD
Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other
flammable or explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
Do not wash articles which have been previously
cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with gasoline,
dry-cleaning solvents, oil, waxes, chemical solvents,
alcohol, turpentine, or other flammable or explosive
materials. These substances will be retained in
articles, and articles which still contain these
flammable or explosive substances give off vapors
that could ignite or explode.
Observe these precautions when using cleaning
fluids, spot or stain removers, etc. These products
should be labeled “nonflammable.” Use according to
manufacturers’ directions in a well ventilated area or
outdoors. Thoroughly rinse articles by hand before
placing them in the washer
– rust removers, for example – will damage
components and the finish of the washer.
Keep area around and underneath washer free from
the accumulation of combustible materials, such as
lint, paper, rags, gasoline, and all other flammable
vapors and liquids.
ROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE!
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conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used for two weeks
or more. If the hot water system has not been used
for such a period, before using the washer, turn on
all the hot water faucets and let the water flow from
each faucet for several minute
accumulated hydrogen gas. As this gas is
flammable,
during this time.
Recent studies have shown that if vegetable oil
contaminated materials are incompletely washed, a
arry-over and buildup of the oil may contribute to a
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be more likely to happen if the load were left in the
dryer after tumbling stopped or if items were folded
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Important Safety Instructions
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock,
or personal injury when using your washer, follow
basic safety precautions, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. As with any equipment using electricity and having
moving parts, there are potential hazards. To use this
appliance safely, the operator should become familiar
with the instructions for operation of the appliance
and always exercise care when using it.
Do not install or store this appliance where it will be
3.
exposed to the weather.
4. Install and level washer on a floor that can support
the weight.
5. This appliance must be properly grounded.
plug the appliance cord into a receptacle which is
not grounded adequately and in accordance with
local and national codes. See installation instructions
for grounding this appliance.
6. To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion:
a.
Do not wash items that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or
explosive substances as they give off vapors that
could ignite or explode. Hand wash and line dry
any items containing these substances.
Any material on which you have used a cleaning
solvent, or which is saturated with flammable
liquids or solids,
washer until all traces of these liquids or solids
and their fumes have been removed.
These items include acetone, denatured alcohol,
gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household
cleaners, some spot removers, turpentine, waxes
and wax removers.
Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or
b.
other flammable or explosive substances to the
wash water. These substances give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
c. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water system that has not been
used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been
used for such a period, before using a washer or
combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water
faucets and let the water flow from each for
several minutes. This will release any accumulated
should not be placed in the
Never
hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not
smoke or use an open flame during this time.
Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with
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vegetable or cooking oil. These items may contain
some oil after laundering. Due to the remaining oil,
the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.
7. Do not reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator
is moving.
8. Do not allow children or pets to play on, in, or in
front of the appliance. Close supervision is necessary
when the appliance is used near children and pets.
9.
Do not tamper with controls.
10.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or
attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in published user-repair instructions
that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
11. Unplug power supply cord before attempting to
service your washer. Service is to be done only by
qualified service personnel.
12. The agitator
removed, it must be replaced by pushing down
completely and the locking screw tightened before
the washer is operated.
13. Keep all laundry aids such as detergents, bleach, etc.,
out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked
cabinet. Use laundry aids only as directed by the
manufacturer. Observe all warnings on container labels.
14. Keep the area around and underneath washer free
from the accumulation of combustible materials, such
as lint, paper, rags, gasoline, and all other flammable
vapors and liquids.
Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids
15.
(such as vinegar or rust remover) in the same wash.
Hazardous fume
16.
Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small
ticle
par
loads and cause skin irritation.
17. For flame resistant finishes - follow garment
manufacturer's instructions carefully. Improper
laundering could remove the finish.
Before the appliance is removed from service or
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discarded, remove the door to the washing compartment.
19. Inlet hoses are subject to damage and deterioration
over time. Check the hoses periodically for bulges, kinks,
cuts, wear or leaks and replace them every five years.
should not be removed. If the agitator is
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s can stick to fabrics washed in following
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Using the Controls - 2 Speed Combo Models
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Special Features
STEP 1
Select LOAD SIZE
Determine the selected setting based on load size.
Selection should provide sufficient water to permit
clothes to circulate freely during agitation.
It may become nece
adjust the water level after agitation begins. To adjust
the water level, turn the control to
back to the desired setting.
TER LEVEL SETTING LOAD SIZE
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Mini (select models)
Medium 1/4 – 3/4
Super 3/4 – Full
Note: Items must circulate freely for best results.
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STEP 2
Select Cycle and Water
Temperature
To select a cycle and water temperature, push the
control dial
(clockwise) until the pointer is at the number of
minute
load in the COTTONS, WRINKLE-FREE FABRICS or
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COTTONS Cycle
Used to wash Cottons and heavily soiled items.
WRINKLE-FREE FABRICS Cycle
Used to minimize wrinkles with a cool-down spray
rinse following the wash.
DELICATES Cycle
Used for items requiring delicate wash action. The
washer will fill, then agit
in (off position) and turn it to the right
s and water temperature needed for the wash
ycles. All rinses use cold water.
ate and soak alternately
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Note: In wash water temperatures below 60
(16° C), detergents
well. Care labels define cold water as up to 85°F
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(29° C).
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