Avanti W511 User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
Model Numbers/ No. de Modelos:
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, A Division of the Mackle Co., Inc.
P.O. Box 520604 - Miami, Florida 33152
W511
www.avantiproducts.com
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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 Hoses / Sink Faucet Connection 10 – 11
Disconnecting the Water Supply Hoses / Posi tioning the Drain Hose 11
Electric al Connection / Extension Cords 12
Control Panel / Functions Description 13
Operation Your Portable Washer 14
Preparation / Before Washing 14 – 15
Operating Instructions 16
Manual Function (Custom Washing Cycle) /Automatic Wash Program 16 – 17
Wash Program Time Chart 17 – 18
Delayed Start (Preset) Setting / Auto-Locking Lid / Child-Proof Setting 18
Care and Maintenance 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 – 29
Registration Information and Registration Card 31
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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
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.
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 ins tructions are not followed.
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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 vici nity of
this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard o r 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 cleanin g or s ervicing. 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 specific ally
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. F ailure 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 loc al 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 t o 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.
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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, co ntact the people who s erviced 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 Gui de. It
lists caus es of minor oper a ting problem s 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
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PARTS & FEATURES
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or
WARNING
Read all instructions before using the portable washer.
Do not wash articles that have been previously c leaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explos ive 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 ig nite or explode.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produc ed in a hot-water system that has not been
used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROG E N GA S I S EX P LO SIVE. 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 fr om each for several minute s. This will release any accumulated hy d r o g e n 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 ins ide 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.
-Save these instructions-
injury when using your portable washer, follow
these basic precautions:
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.
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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:
2 Inlet Hoses
1 Faucet Adapters
1 Noise Proof Plate With Screws
1 Drain Hose Assembly
1 Water Inlet Plug
Remove shipping brace. Note - It should be saved and used (to pr event damage to washer
components) whenever washer is moved or transported t o 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 lau ndry 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 deform ed 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 components.
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 in stalled on a c arpeted 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
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INSTALLING THE NOISE DAMPER PLATE
CONNECTING THE WATER SUPPLY HOSES
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 wate r supply hose. If the hose is too short and you do no t wish to
move the water faucet, replace the hose with a longer, high-pres sure hose.
Select appropriate faucet as shown in the figures below. If none of these f aucets 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 pr ope rly.
Water leakage could develop.
1. Connect the water inlet hose to the
faucet by turning the connecting nut.
2. Then connect the other end of water
inlet hose to the cold connector in
water mi xing valve by t ur ning the
connecting nut.
Rubber ring seal
LID OF
HOT WATER
CONNECTING
NUT
Be sure a rubber ring is inside the connecting nut.
CONNECTING
NUT
WATER
INLET HOSE
CONNECTOR
COLD WATER
CONNECTOR
If you have both cold and hot water supplied, connect the inlet hos es by matc hing cold to cold and hot
to hot.
1. Conne ct the water inlet hoses to the faucets
by turning the connecting nuts.
CONNECTING
NUT
2. Unscrew the lid of hot water connector
in water mixing valve, and then connect
the other end of water inlet hoses to the
connectors in water mixing valve by
turning the connecting nuts.
CONNECTING
NUT
HOT WATER
CONNECTOR
WATER
WATER INL ET HOSE
Be sure the rubber rings are inside the connecting nuts.
CONNECTING
NUT
INLET HOSE
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COLD WATER
CONNECTOR
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