Amana W10192179A Owner's Manual

WASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS D’UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE

Table of Contents / Table des matières

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ....................................................	1	INSTRUCTIONS D’UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE ...........	10
WASHER SAFETY....................................................................	2	SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ...............................................	11
WASHER USE ..........................................................................	3	UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE............................................	12
WASHER CARE........................................................................	5	ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE..............................................	14
TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................	6	DÉPANNAGE .........................................................................	15
WARRANTY..............................................................................	9	GARANTIE..............................................................................	19

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Assistance or Service

If you need assistance or service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section. Additional help is available by calling our Maytag Services, LLC, at 1-800-688-9900 from anywhere in the U.S.A., visiting our website at www.amana.com/help or write:

Maytag Services, LLC

Attn: CAIR® Center

P.O. Box 2370

Cleveland, TN 37320-2370

In Canada, for assistance, installation and service, call

1-800-807-6777, visit our website at www.amanacanada.ca or write:

Whirlpool Canada LP

Customer Interaction Centre

1901 Minnesota Court

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3A7

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

Keep this book and your sales slip together for future reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in-warranty service.

Write down the following information about your appliance to help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will need to know your complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label, located under the washer lid.

Dealer name____________________________________________________

Serial number __________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________

Phone number __________________________________________________

Model number __________________________________________________

Accessories

Enhance your washer with these premium accessories.

For more high-quality items or to order, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at www.amana.com/accessories.

In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.amanacanada.ca.

Part Number	Accessory	Part Number	Accessory
8212656RP	10 ft (3.0 m) Black EPDM (2 pack)	8212641RP	5 ft (1.5 m) Black EPDM (2 pack)
8212638RP	6 ft (1.8 m) Nylon braided space-saving inlet	8212546RP	4 ft (1.2 m) Black EPDM (2 pack)
	hose, 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings.
	(2-pack)
8212487RP	5 ft (1.5 m) Nylon braided inlet hose. (2-pack)	8212526	Washer drip tray, fits under all
8212637RP	6 ft (1.8 m) Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow,	31682	All purpose appliance cleaner
	hypro-blue steel couplings. (2-pack)
8212545RP	5 ft (1.5 m) Red and Blue EPDM. (2-pack)	1903WH	Laundry supply storage cart

This washer does not include inlet water hoses.

W10192179A

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WASHER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

DANGER

WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions, including the following:

■Read all instructions before using the washer.

■Do not wash articles 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.

■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 allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children.

■Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door or lid.

■Do not reach into the washer if the drum, tub or agitator is moving.

■Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.

■Do not tamper with controls.

■Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be

produced in a hot water system that has not been used ■ Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any

for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

■ See “Electrical Requirements” for grounding instructions.

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WASHER USE

Starting Your Washer

WARNING

Fire Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids.

No washer can completely remove oil.

Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils).

Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1.Measure detergent and pour it into the washer. If desired, add powdered or liquid color safe bleach.

2.Drop a sorted load of clothes loosely into your washer.

■Load evenly to maintain washer balance. Mix large and small items. Items should move easily through the wash water.

■Load only to the top of the basket as shown. Overloading can cause poor cleaning.

3.(OPTIONAL) Add liquid chlorine bleach.

NOTE: Follow the garment and the chlorine bleach manufacturers’ directions for proper use. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. The damage appears as rips, holes, tears, or color loss and may not show up until several washings later. To avoid spilling, use a cup with a pouring spout. Do not let bleach splash, drip, or run down into the washer basket. Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Do not use more than the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a full load. Use less with a smaller load size.

Style 1: With liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some models)

■Use only liquid chlorine bleach in this dispenser. Do not use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or color-safe bleach to your load. Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Bleach is immediately fed into washer and is diluted automatically during the wash part of the cycle.

Style 2: Without liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some models)

■Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load.

■Add bleach 5 minutes into the wash cycle for best cleaning and so that bleach can be removed in the rinse cycle. Pour bleach around the agitator, not directly onto the load to avoid damaging clothing or other items in the load.

4.(OPTIONAL) Add liquid fabric softener.

NOTE: Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes. Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics. Always dilute fabric softener with warm water. Using too much fabric softener can make some items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If this happens, do not use it in every load, or use less of it in each load.

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Style 1: With liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some models)

■Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser. Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the dispenser. Softener is added automatically during the rinse portion of the cycle. Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See max fill line arrows.

Style 2: Without liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some models)

■In the final rinse only, add fabric softener that has been diluted with 1/2 to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water.

5.Close the washer lid. Washer will not agitate or spin with the lid open.

6.Turn the LOAD SIZE or WATER LEVEL selector to the correct setting for your wash load and the type of fabric being washed.

■You may change the load size or water level selection after the washer has started filling by turning the selector to a different setting.

■On models with a variable Load Size or Water Level control, you should turn the knob to RESET, then to desired setting.

7.Select a Wash Temperature based on the type of fabric and soil being washed. Use the warmest wash water safe for the fabric. Follow garment label instructions.

The Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) (on some models) electronically senses and maintains a uniform water temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water.

■Even in Cool wash, some warm water is let into the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.

Care Control Temps (on some models) uses Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) to electronically sense and maintain a uniform water temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water. Care Control Temps provides higher wash temperatures for the more aggressive, heavy-duty cycles and slightly lower temperatures on cycles for delicate and hand wash items, to provide better fabric care.

Temperature Guide

Wash Temp	Suggested Fabrics
Hot	Whites and pastels
Care Control	Durable garments
	Heavy soils
Warm	Bright colors
Care Control	Moderate to light soils
Cool	Colors that bleed or fade
	Light soils
Cold	Dark colors that bleed or fade
	Light soils

NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 60°F (15.6°C), detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult to remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments).

8.You can customize your wash by adding rinse Options to your cycle selections. This knob has settings for:

■Extra Rinse - Selecting this option provides a second rinse. An Extra Rinse can be added to any wash cycle.

■Cycle Signal - A tone will sound at the end of the cycle. The sound level cannot be adjusted.

■Extra Rinse & Cycle Signal - This option combines both a Extra Rinse and a Cycle Signal at the end of the wash cycle.

9.Fabric Select (on some models). Each fabric setting is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.

This is an integrated set of controls which work together to provide optimal wash temperatures, agitation times, and agitation/spin speeds based on the Fabric Select setting. The controls provide higher wash temperatures for more aggressive, heavy-duty cycles and slightly lower temperatures on cycles for delicate and hand wash items, to provide better fabric care. The timer knob allows you to decrease agitation time for light soils and increase agitation time for heavy soils.

10.Push in the Timer knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a small water level setting. Pull out the Timer knob to start the washer.

To stop or restart your washer:

■To stop the washer at any time, push in the Timer knob.

■To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out the Timer knob.

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WASHER CARE

Cleaning Your Washer

Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as detergent or bleach from the outside of your washer.

Clean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Pour this mixture into your washer and run it through a complete cycle using hot water. Repeat this process if necessary.

Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe.

Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some models):

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: Some models are equipped with a liquid fabric softener dispenser. To avoid damage to the washer or clothing, do not wash clothes with the liquid fabric softener dispenser removed or add detergent or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener only.

Water Inlet Hoses

This washer does not include inlet washer hoses. Whirlpool Corporation recommends use of factory specified parts. A list of factory specified hoses available for separate purchase are listed on the first page of this user instructions. These hoses are manufactured and tested to meet Whirlpool Corporation's specifications.

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.

Moving and Storage

Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it.

To use washer again

1.Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

2.Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3.Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.

Storage, non-use or vacation care

Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time, you should:

1.Unplug washer or disconnect power.

2.Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.

Winterizing your washer

1.Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. Pour 1 qt (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze into the basket.

2.Run washer on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and remaining water.

3.Unplug washer or disconnect power.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

In U.S.A. www.amana.com/help In Canada www.amanacanada.ca

Washer and Components

Noisy

■Is the load balanced and the washer level? The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation Instructions.

■Did you completely remove the yellow shipping strap with shipping pins? See the Installation Instructions.

■Are the gears engaging after the drain and before spin, or is the upper part of agitator clicking during wash? These are normal washer noises.

Leaking

■Check the following:

Are the fill hoses tight?

Are the fill hose washers properly seated?

Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? See the Installation Instructions.

■Is the sink or drain clogged? Sink and standpipe must be able to handle 17 gal. (64 L) of water per minute.

■Is water deflecting off the tub ring or the load? Center the tub before starting the washer. The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. The fill or spray rinses can deflect off the load. The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation Instructions.

■Check household plumbing for leaks.

Basket crooked

■Was the washer basket pulled forward during loading?

Push the basket to the center before starting wash.

■Is the load balanced and the washer level? The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation Instructions.

■The washer basket moves while washing. This is normal.

Agitator operation

■The top of the agitator is loose, or moves in only one direction. This is normal.

Dispensers clogged or bleach leaking

■Did you follow the manufacturer’s directions when adding detergent and fabric softener to the dispensers (on some models)? Measure detergent and fabric softener. Slowly pour into the dispensers. Wipe up all spills. Dilute fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser.

■Did you put powdered or color-safe bleach into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some models)? Add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach directly to the basket. Do not use the chlorine bleach dispenser for color-safe bleach.

Washer Operation

Washer won’t run, fill, rinse or agitate; washer stops

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

■Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet? Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■Are you using an extension cord? Do not use an extension cord.

■Is the indicator on the Timer knob properly lined up with a cycle? Turn the Timer knob to the right slightly and pull to start.

■Are the water inlet valve screens clogged? Turn off the water and remove inlet hoses from the washer. Remove any accumulated film or particles. Reinstall hoses, turn on water and check for leaks.

■Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on? Turn on the water.

■Is the water inlet hose kinked? Straighten the hoses.

■Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer appear to not fill completely? The top of the agitator is much higher than the highest water level. This is normal and necessary for clothes to move freely.

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