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TLW12C
Part No. 202068R5
August 2011
IMPORTANT: Read the complete
For your safety and to reduce the risk of
fire or an explosion, do not store or use
gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
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WARNING
INSTALLATION/OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
before using the washer.
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will cause
severe personal injury or death.
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could cause severe personal
injury or death.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may cause minor or moderate
personal injury or property damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
serious injury or death to persons when
using your washer, follow these basic
precautions:
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WARNING
Explanation of Safety Messages
Throughout this manual and on machine decals, you
will find precautionary statements (“DANGER,”
“WARNING,” and “CAUTION”) followed by specific
instructions. These precautions are intended for the
personal safety of the operator, user, servicer, and
those maintaining the machine.
Important Safety Instructions
Save These Instructions
1. Read all instructions before using the washer.
2. Install the washer according to the
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to the
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS in the
INSTALLATION manual for the proper
grounding of the washer. All connections for
water, drain, electrical power and grounding must
comply with local codes and be made by licensed
personnel when required. Do not do it yourself
unless you know how!
3. Do not install or store the washer where it will be
exposed to water and/or weather.
Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT”
and “NOTE”) are followed by specific instructions.
IMPORTANT: The word “IMPORTANT” is used
to inform the reader of specific procedures where
minor machine damage will occur if the procedure
is not followed.
NOTE: The word “NOTE” is used to communicate
installation, operation, maintenance or servicing
information that is important but not hazard
related.
4. Do not add the following substances or textiles
containing traces of the following substances to
the wash water: gasoline, kerosene, waxes,
cooking oils, vegetable oils, machine oils, drycleaning solvents, flammable chemicals, thinners
or other flammable or explosive substances.
These substances give off vapors that could
ignite, explode or cause the fabric to catch on fire
by itself.
5. 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
washing machine 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 hydrogen gas. THE
GAS IS FLAMMABLE, DO NOT SMOKE OR
USE AN OPEN FLAME DURING THIS TIME.
6. To reduce the risk of an electric shock or fire, DO
NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to
connect the washer to the electrical power
source.
7. Do not allow children to play on or in the washer.
Close supervision of children is necessary when
the washer is used near children. This appliance
is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of
the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. This is a safety rule for all appliances.
8. Do not reach into the washer if the washtub or
agitator, if applicable, is moving.
9. Never operate the washer with any guards, panels
and/or parts removed or broken. DO NOT tamper
with the controls or bypass any safety devices.
10. Use your washer only for its intended purpose,
washing clothes. Always follow the fabric care
instructions supplied by the garment
manufacturer.
11. Always read and follow manufacturer’s
instructions on packages of laundry and cleaning
aids. To reduce the risk of poisoning or chemical
burns, keep them out of the reach of children at
all times (preferably in a locked cabinet). Heed
all warnings or precautions.
12. Do not use fabric softeners or products to
eliminate static unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
13. Lid MUST BE CLOSED any time the washer is
to agitate or spin. DO NOT bypass the lid switch
by permitting the washer to agitate or spin with
the lid open. A brake will stop the washtub
within seconds if the lid is opened during
spinning. If the washtub does not stop when the
lid is opened, remove the washer from use and
call the service person.
15. Keep your washer in good condition. Bumping or
dropping the washer can damage safety features.
If this occurs, have your washer checked by a
qualified service person.
16. Do not repair or replace any part of the washer, or
attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the user-maintenance
instructions or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the
skills to carry out. ALWAYS disconnect the
washer from electrical supply before attempting
any service.
17. Disconnect the power cord by grasping the plug,
not the cord. If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by a special cord or assembly
available from the manufacturer or its service
agent.
18. Before the washer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the lid to the washing
compartment.
19. Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this
washer according to the manufacturer’s
instructions may result in conditions which can
produce bodily injury and/or property damage.
NOTE: The WARNING and IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this
manual 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 the washer.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent
or the manufacturer about any problems or conditions
you do not understand.
14. Be sure water connections have a shut-off valve
and that fill hose connections are tight. CLOSE
the shut-off valves at the end of each wash day.
For most installations, the basic tools you will need
are:
D074I
1Wrench
2Screwdriver
3Pliers
4Level
Installing the Washer
Step 1: Remove the Shipping Brace and
Shipping Plug
Remove the shipping brace from under the lid.
The shipping plug will be released from the base of the
washer when removing the cardboard base from the
washer. Refer to Figure 2.
The shipping brace and plug should be saved and must
be reinstalled whenever washer is moved or
transported to a new location. This will prevent
damage to washer components.
Do not tilt washer to front or sides when moving.
Refer to User-Maintenance section for instructions on
reinstalling shipping brace and shipping plug.
Figure 1
NOTE: If the washer is delivered on a cold day
(below freezing), or is stored in an unheated room
or area during the cold months, do not attempt to
operate it until the washer has had a chance to
warm up.
IMPORTANT: Install dryer before washer. This
allows room for attaching exhaust duct.