Amana NTW4501X, NTW4601X User Guide
TOP-LOADING
LAVEUSE À CHARGEMENT
WASHER
USE AND CARE GUIDE
Table of Contents
WASHER SAFETY .........................................................2
WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? .................................3
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ............................4
CYCLE GUIDE ............................................................... 5
USING YOUR WASHER ................................................6
WASHER MAINTENANCE ............................................9
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................. 10
WARRANTY .................................................................14
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ........................ Back Cover
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PAR LE DESSUS
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
ET D’ENTRETIEN
Table des matières
SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ......................................15
QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? .................16
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET
CARACTÉRISTIQUES ................................................. 17
GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES ........................................18
UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE ..................................19
ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE ....................................22
DÉPANNAGE ............................................................... 24
GARANTIE ................................................................... 29
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............ Couverture arrière
W10420400A
W10420401A - SP
WASHER SAFETY
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WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID?
Your new washer will operate differently than your past agitator-style washer.
Lid Lock
To allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and
the Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is
lit, the lid is locked and cannot be opened. When
this light is blinking, the washer is paused. When
this light is off, the lid can be opened. After a cycle
is started, the lid locks, unlocks, and locks again.
If you need to open the lid to add a garment after
this point, you must press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK
and wait for the lid to unlock. The lid will only unlock
after washer movement has stopped. Depending
on when in the cycle you try to pause, it may take
several seconds to several minutes for the lid to
unlock.
Sensing
This washer will perform a series of spins to check
for load balance. When a load is started, it may take
2–3 minutes before water begins to enter the basket.
During this time, a series of clicks and a whirring
noise signal that sensing technology is determining
if there is an off-balance load.
IMPORTANT:
• Washer will not operate if the lid is open.
• Washer will not begin to ll with water until the lid is closed, locked, and the sensing process is complete.
This delay in ll could take 2–3 minutes.
• Fabric Softener option must be selected to ensure fabric softener dispenses at the correct time.
Sounds
At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear
sounds and pauses that are different from those of
your previous washer. For example, you may hear a
clicking and hum at the beginning of the cycle as the
lid lock goes through a self-test. There will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as the
agitator tests for load balance or moves the load.
And, sometimes, you may hear nothing at all as the
washer allows time for clothes to soak.
Spray Rinse
Select cycles default to a spray rinse. During these
cycles, you will hear water enter the washer as the
tub spins, allowing the rinse water to penetrate
clothes. Check the “Cycle Guide” for details.
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
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Not all features and options are available on all models.
Appearance may vary.
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LOAD SIZE
Select the setting most suitable for your load. Small
will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and
Large will add the most amount of water for large or bulky
loads. Items need to move freely. Tightly packing can lead
to poor cleaning performance, and may increase wrinkling
and tangling.
WASH TEMPERATURE
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Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water
temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water.
Select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric
and soils being washed. For best results and following
the garment label instructions, use the warmest wash
water safe for your fabric.
• Warm and hot water will be cooler than what your
previous washer provided.
• Even in a cold and cool water wash, some warm
water may be added to the washer to maintain
a minimum temperature.
EXTRA RINSE
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This option can be used to automatically add a second
rinse to most cycles and must be set to ON if adding
a second rinse to a cycle.
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FABRIC SOFTENER
This option can be added to most cycles and must be set
to ON if using fabric softener during a cycle. It ensures that
fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse for
even distribution.
WASH CYCLE KNOB
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Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your
washer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load.
See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.
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CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS
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The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. At
each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses
that are different from traditional washers.
FILL
When the Start/Pause/Unlock button is pressed, the
washer will rst perform a self-test on the lid lock
mechanism. You will hear a click, and the lid will unlock
briey before locking again. The washer will use spins
to check for load balance. These spins may take several
minutes before water is added to the washer. You may
hear the hum of the spins before lling. This is normal.
WASH
You will hear the agitator moving the load. The motor
sounds may change at different stages in the cycle. The
wash time is determined by the selected soil level.
RINSE
You will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the
washer rinses and moves the load. You may hear the
motor turning on briey (short hum) to move the basket
while lling. Fabric softener will be added if the Fabric
Softener knob was set to ON.
Some cycles use spray rinsing. After draining and
spinning out wash water, the washer will continue to spin
and spray in rinse water for the entire rinse time.
SPIN
The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for
proper water removal, based on the selected cycle
and spin speed.
DONE
Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on.
Remove the load promptly for best results.
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START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON
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Press to start the selected cycle; press again to pause
the cycle and unlock the lid.
NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several
minutes to unlock the lid. Press and hold for 3 seconds
to cancel a cycle.
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LID LOCKED
To allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the
Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is on, the
lid is locked and cannot be opened. When this light is
blinking, the washer is paused. When this light is off,
the lid can be opened.
If you need to open the lid, press START/PAUSE/
UNLOCK. The lid will unlock once the washer movement
has stopped. This may take several minutes if the load
was spinning at high speed. Press START/PAUSE/
UNLOCK again to resume the cycle.
CYCLE GUIDE
For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best ts the load being washed.
Not all cycles and options are available on all models.
Items to wash:
Large items such
as sheets, small
comforters, jackets
Cottons, linens,
sheets, and mixed
garment loads
Lightweight cotton
fabrics
No-iron fabrics,
cottons, perm
press, linens,
synthetics
Lightly soiled
no-iron fabrics,
cottons, perm
press, linens,
synthetics
Machine-wash
silks, lingerie,
washable wools
Cycle:
Normal
Heavy
Normal
Regular
Normal
Light
Casual
Regular
Casual
Light
Delicate Low
Wash
Temperature*:
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Spin
Speed:
High
High
High
Low
Low
Cycle Details:
Use this cycle for heavily soiled cottons and mixed fabric
loads. This cycle features a spray rinse.
Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric
loads. This cycle features a spray rinse.
Use this cycle for lightly soiled cottons and mixed fabric
loads. This cycle features a spray rinse.
Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as
sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent
press, and blends.
Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled loads of no-iron
fabrics such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business
clothes, permanent press, and blends.
Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating
“Machine Washable Silks” or “Gentle” cycle on the care
label. Place small items in mesh garment bags before
washing. This cycle features a spray rinse.
Swimsuits and
items requiring
rinsing without
detergent
Dripping wet or
hand-washed
items
NOTE: Be sure to set Fabric Softener knob to ON, if adding fabric softener to load.
*All rinses are cold.
Rinse &
Spin
Drain &
Spin
Cold rinse only
N/A
High
High
Combines a rinse and high speed spin for loads requiring
an additional rinse cycle or to complete a load after power
interruption. Also use for loads that require rinsing only.
This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for heavy
fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Use this
cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing
a cycle after a power failure.
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USING YOUR WASHER
1. Sort and prepare your laundry
• Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object
can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing
unexpected sounds.
• Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature,
and colorfastness.
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.
• Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics.
• Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because
heat can set stains into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and
remove non-washable trim and ornaments.
• Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during
washing.
Helpful Tips:
• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load
evenly.
• Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing
delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers from
lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up
lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.
NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to
avoid damage to your garments.
2. Add detergent
Add a measured amount of detergent into the bottom of the
washer basket before adding clothes. If using an Oxi or
color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom
of the washer basket, as well.
IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to
determine the amount of detergent to use.
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3. Load laundry into washer
Load garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. For
best results, do not pack the load tightly. Do not wrap large
items such as sheets around the agitator; load them in loose
piles around the sides of the basket. Try mixing different sized
items to reduce tangling.
IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer.
Items need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce
wrinkling and tangling.
5. Add fabric softener to dispenser
(on some models)
Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric
softener into dispenser; always follow
manufacturer’s directions for correct amount
of fabric softener based on your load size.
Dilute liquid fabric softener by lling the dispenser with warm
water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See Max Fill
line arrows. Then set Fabric Softener option knob to ON.
IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option knob must be set to ON
to ensure proper distribution at correct time in cycle.
Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load
During the nal rinse, wait until the washer has completed lling,
press the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button to pause the washer.
Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of liquid
fabric softener. Do not allow liquid fabric softener to spill, splash,
drip, or run into the basket or on load. Do not use more than the
recommended amount. Close the lid and press the START/
PAUSE/UNLOCK button again to start the washer.
IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option knob must be set to ON
to ensure proper distribution of the fabric softener during the
rinse portion of the cycle.
MAX FILL
4. Add liquid chlorine bleach
to dispenser
Liquid
Chlorine Bleach
Do not overll, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (250 mL).
Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same
cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.
6. Select CYCLE
Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. For more
information, see “Cycle Guide”.
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7. Select LOAD SIZE
9. Select options, if desired
Select the Load Size setting most suitable for your load. Small
will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Large
will add the most amount of water for large or bulky loads.
Garments need to move freely.
8. Select WASH TEMPERATURE
Once you select a cycle, select the desired temperature by
turning the Wash Temperature knob to the appropriate setting
based on your load. All rinses are cold.
NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to
avoid damage to your garments.
Wash Temperature
Hot
Some cold water is added to save
energy. This will be cooler than
your hot water heater setting.
Warm
Some cold water will be added, so
this will be cooler than what your
previous washer provided.
Suggested Fabrics
Whites and pastels
Durable garments
Heavy soils
Bright colors
Moderate to light soils
If you want to add an Extra Rinse to the cycle, be sure to set
the Extra Rinse option knob to ON. If you are using fabric
softener, be sure to set the Fabric Softener option knob to ON.
10. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK
to begin wash cycle
Press the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button to start the wash
cycle. Filling is delayed for several minutes while load balance
is sensed. When the cycle has nished, the DONE indicator
will light. Promptly remove garments after cycle has
completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of
metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.
Unlocking the lid to add garments
If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments:
Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK; the lid will unlock once
the washer movement has stopped. This may take several
minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Then close
lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to restart
the cycle.
If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes, the water will
pump out automatically.
Delay in water ll
Filling is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to check for load
unbalance. You will hear the hum of the spin prior to lling.
This is normal operation.
Cool
Warm water may be added to
assist in soil removal and to help
dissolve detergents.
Cold
This is the temperature from your
faucet. If your tap cold water is
very cold, warm water may be
added to assist in soil removal
and help dissolve detergent.
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Colors that bleed
or fade
Light soils
Dark colors that
bleed or fade
Light soils
WASHER MAINTENANCE
WATER INLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of
hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if
bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement
on the label with a permanent marker.
CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your clothes. To keep
washer interior odor-free, follow this recommended monthly
cleaning procedure:
1. Make sure the washer is empty.
2. Using recommended AFFRESH® washer cleaner, add one
tablet to washer basket
OR
If using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to liquid
chlorine bleach dispenser.
NON-USE AND VACATION CARE
Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or
not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:
1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer.
2. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid ooding due to
water pressure surge.
WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer
where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in
hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving
during freezing weather, winterize your washer.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses.
2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run
washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds to
mix antifreeze and remaining water.
3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent. Do not use more than
recommended amount of bleach to avoid damaging product
over time.
3. Close washer lid.
4. Select NORMAL HEAVY cycle, HOT Temperature, and
LARGE Load Size.
5. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must
be interrupted, press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK twice and run
a RINSE & SPIN cycle to ensure bleach has been rinsed from
washer. Press and hold the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK for
3 seconds to cancel the cycle.
Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser
1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and
squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.
2. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the washer or clothing, do not
wash clothes with the liquid fabric softener dispenser removed.
Cleaning the bleach dispenser
Wipe the inside of the bleach dispenser with a clean,
damp cloth.
To clean exterior:
1. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills.
2. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s nish, do not
use abrasive products.
1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses.
2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow
“Winter Storage Care” directions before moving.
3. Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any
remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain
hose from back of washer.
4. Unplug power cord.
5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.
6. Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.
7. Place packing tray from original shipping materials back
inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy
blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid and place
tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep lid taped until
washer is placed in new location.
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REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,
or moving:
1. Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and
connect washer.
2. Before using again, run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
Turn on both water faucets.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website to possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
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If you experience
Vibration or Off-Balance
Check the
following for
proper installation
or see “Using Your
Washer” section
Noises
Clicking or
metallic noises
Gurgling
or humming
Humming
Water Leaks
Check the following
for proper installation:
Possible Causes
Feet may not be in contact
with the oor and locked.
Washer may not be level.
Load could be unbalanced.
Objects caught in washer
drain system.
Washer may be draining
water.
Fill light is on.
Washer not level.
Fill hoses not attached
tightly.
Front and rear feet must be in rm contact with oor, and washer must be level
to operate properly. Jam nuts must be tight against the bottom of the cabinet.
Check oor for exing or sagging. If ooring is uneven, a 3/4"
(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
See “Level the Washer” in “Installation Instructions”.
Load dry garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Adding wet
garments to washer or adding more water to basket could unbalance washer.
Wash smaller loads to reduce imbalance.
Do not tightly pack. Avoid washing single garments.
Use the Normal Regular cycle and select Large Load Size for oversized,
non-absorbent garments such as comforters or poly-lled jackets.
See “Cycle Guide” and “Using Your Washer” in this “Use and Care Guide”.
Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins could fall between
basket and tub or may block pump. It may be necessary to call for service to
remove items.
It is normal to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps, buckles, or
zippers touch against the basket.
It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with
periodic gurgling or surging as nal amounts of water are removed during the
Drain & Spin cycles.
You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have started the washer.
This is normal. Sensing spins will take several minutes before water is added
to the washer.
Water may splash off basket if washer is not level. Check that load
is not unbalanced or tightly packed.
Tighten ll-hose connection.
2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3. Run washer through Casual cycle to clean washer and
remove antifreeze, if used. Use half the manufacturer’s
recommended amount of detergent for a medium-size load.
Solution
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