Avanti TLW09W Instruction Manual

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Model Number/ No. de Modelo:

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

TLW09W

PORTABLE WASHER LAVADORA PORTATIL

BEFORE USE, PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.

La sección en español empieza en la página 22.

Avanti has a policy of continuous improvement on its products and reserves the right to change materials and specifications without notice.

Avanti Products LLC

P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152

www.avantiproducts.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Appliance Safety 4 Important Safeguides 5 Help Us Help You / If You Need Service 6 Parts, Features, and Accessories 7 Important Safety Instructions 8 Installation Instructions 9 Before Using Your Portable Washer 9 Selecting a Location 9 Installing the Noise Damper Plate 10 Connecting the Water Supply Hose / Sink Faucet Connection 10 – 11 Disconnecting the Water Supply Hose / Positioning the Drain Hose 11 Electrical Connection / Extension Cords 12 Control Panel / Functions Description 13 Operating Your Portable Washer 14 Preparation / Before Washing 14 – 15 Operating Instructions 16 Manual Function (Custom Washing Cycle) /Automatic Wash Program 16 – 17 Care and Maintenance 18 – 19 Problems with Your Portable Washer 20 Troubleshooting Guide / Service for Your Portable Washer 20 Your Avanti Products Warranty / What is not Covered 21 Instrucciones en Español 22 - 28

Registration Information and Registration Card 31

APPLIANCE 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 injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the Safety

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

Alert Symbol and either the words “DANGER”, “WARNING” or “CAUTION”.

Danger means that failure to heed this safety

statement may result in severe personal injury or death.

Warning means that failure to heed this

safety statement may result in extensive

product damage, serious personal injury, or death.

Caution means that failure to heed this safety statement may result in minor or moderate personal injury, or property or equipment damage.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUIDES

Before the appliance is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as

described in this manual, so read the manual carefully. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using the appliance, follow basic precaution, including the following:

• Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet, do not remove grounding prong, do not use an adapter, and do not use an extension cord.

• Replace all panels before operating.

• It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only your appliance be provided. Use

receptacles that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain.

• Never clean appliance parts with flammable fluids. These fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. And do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

• Before proceeding with cleaning and maintenance operations, make sure the power line of the unit is disconnected.

• Do not connect or disconnect the electric plug when your hands are wet.

• Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before cleaning or servicing. Failure to do so can result

in electrical shock or death.

• Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your appliance unless it is specifically recommended in this material. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician.

FOLLOW WARNING CALL OUTS BELOW ONLY WHEN APPLICABLE TO YOUR MODEL

• Use two or more people to move and install appliance. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

• To ensure proper ventilation for your appliance, the front of the unit must be completely unobstructed. Choose a well-ventilated area with temperatures above 60°F (16°C) and below 90°F (32°C). This unit must be installed in an area protected from the element, such as wind, rain, water spray or drips.

• The appliance should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat.

• The appliance must be installed with all electrical, water and drain connections in accordance with

state and local codes. A standard electrical supply (115 V AC only, 60 Hz), properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances is required.

• Do not kink or pinch the power supply cord of appliance.

• The fuse (or circuit breaker) size should be 15 amperes.

• It is important for the appliance to be leveled in order to work properly. You may need to make

several adjustments to level it.

• Never allow children to operate, play with or crawl inside the appliance.

• Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents of abrasives on the interior. These cleaners may

damage or discolor the interior.

• Do not use this apparatus for other than its intended purpose.

HELP US HELP YOU...

Read this guide carefully.

It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new portable washer properly.

Keep it handy to answer your questions. If you don't understand something or you need more assistance, please call:

Avanti Customer Service 800-220-5570

Keep proof of original purchase date (such as your sales slip) with this guide to establish the warranty period.

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

We're proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are some steps to follow for further assistance. FIRST, contact the people who serviced your portable washer. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You'll find them on a plate located on the rear outside wall of the portable washer.

Please write these numbers here:

Date of Purchase

Model Number

Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or

service calls concerning your portable washer. If you received a damaged portable washer,

immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the portable washer.

Save time and money. Before you call for service, check the Troubleshooting Guide. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details, including your telephone number, and send it to:

Customer Service Avanti Products 10880 NW 30 Street Miami, FL 33172 USA

PARTS & FEATURES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or

• Read all instructions before using the portable washer.

WARNING

• Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or 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 vapours that could ignite or explode.

• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used for 2 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, turn on all hot-water faucets and let 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.

• DANGER or WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous . . . even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.”

• Before you throw away your old portable washer: Take off the lid.

• Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the portable washer. Close supervision

of children is necessary when the washer is used near children.

• Do not reach into the washer if the agitator or inner tub is moving.

• Do not tamper with controls.

• 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.

• Never clean portable washer parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

• Do not place the washer in steamy rooms or where the washer is directly exposed to rain. Moisture may destroy the electrical insulation causing an electrical shock hazard.

• Do not store, use gasoline, or any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other portable washer. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

injury when using your portable washer, follow these basic precautions:

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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities.

This appliance should not be operated by those with a lack of experience or knowledge of its use or operation, unless they have been given instructions concerning and/or are supervised during the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

This appliance is not intended for use by children. To avoid any possible type of injury or damage to the unit and or personal property all children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE USING YOUR PORTABLE WASHER

• Remove the exterior and interior packing.

• You will need the following tools:

• Wrench

• Pliers

• Screwdriver

• Check to be sure you have all of the following parts:

• 1 Inlet Hose

• 1 Faucet Adapter

• 1 Noise Proof Plate With 2 Screws

• 1 Drain Hose Assembly

• Remove shipping brace. Note - It should be saved and used (to prevent damage to washer

components) whenever washer is moved or transported to a new location.

• Clean the interior surface with lukewarm water using a soft cloth.

• Allow 2 inches of space between the back and sides of the appliance.

• Put your laundry into the washer evenly. Uneven laundry may cause noise or vibration.

• DO NOT use excessively hot water (122ºF / 50°C or more). Plastic parts may be deformed or

damaged. Also, clothing may be deformed or bleached.

• Before washing, check all pockets. If nails or pins remain in pockets, they may damage the washer or clothes.

• Never splash water on the control panel.

• Plug the washer into an exclusive properly installed-grounded wall outlet. Do not under any

circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Any questions concerning power and/or grounding should be directed toward a certified electrician or an Authorized Avanti Products service center.

SELECTING A LOCATION

Before you install the portable washer, select a location with the following characteristics:

• A hard level surface (if the surface is uneven, see Adjusting The Adjustable Foot section on the next page).

• Away from direct sunlight. Direct sunlight may affect the acrylic coating, plastic and electrical c omponents.

• Adequate ventilation.

• Away from sources of heat such as coal or gas. Make sure that the

washing machine does not stand on its power cord.

• Ventilation openings must not be obstructed by carpeting when the

portable washer is installed on a carpeted floor. It is recommended

that you place your portable washer on a hard material floor such as tile, concrete, linoleum and to avoid if at all possible placement on wooden floors or carpeted areas.

WRENCH

SCREWDRIVER

PLIERS

INSTALLING THE NOISE DAMPER PLATE

Affix the noise proof plate by using the two screws provided.

CONNECTING THE COLD WATER SUPPLY HOSE

The water supply hose must be connected to the washing machine at one end and to the water faucet at the other. Do not stretch the water supply hose. If the hose is too short and you do not wish to move the water faucet, replace the hose with a longer, high-pressure hose. Select appropriate faucet as shown in the figures below. If none of these faucets are available, use the faucet adapter provided. The end of faucet spout should be longer than 10mm (0.4”), or the connector cannot be fixed properly. Water leakage could develop.

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