Beaumark 51451, 56121, 58221, 58231, 58241 Owner's Manual

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51451 56121 56220 57131 58221 58231 58241 58251 59331 59341

Part No. 175D1807P284 Pub. No. 49-90017

Printed in Louisville, KY 7-99 JR

WASHER OWNER’S MANUAL

Congratulations! You Are Now Part of the Beaumark Family.

Welcome to the Beaumark family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.

Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you use your washer. That’s important, because your new washer will be part of your family for many years. And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.

We thank you for buying Beaumark. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.

A Service Partnership.

Safety Information

. . . . . . . . . . . .3

Operating Instructions

Control Panels and Settings . . . . . . . . .4–7

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9

Loading and Using the Washer . . . . . .9, 10

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call For Service

. . . . . . . .11–13

Customer Service

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

FOR YOUR RECORDS

Write the model and serial numbers here:

# #

You can find them in the upper right corner on the back of your washer.

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your washer properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your washer.

READ THIS MANUAL

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

You’ll find many answers to common problems in the

Before You

Call For Service

section. If you review our chart of

Troubleshooting Tips

first, you may not need to call for service at all.

If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. For service on your Beaumark washer, please call 1-800-361-3400.

IMPORTANT!

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

■Install or store where it will not be exposed to

temperatures below freezing or exposed to the weather.

■Properly ground washer to conform with all governing

codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation Instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

WATER HEATER SAFETY

Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.

If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or appliance during this process.

PROPER INSTALLATION

This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by calling Beaumark service number 1-800-361-3400.

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

■Keep the area underneath and around your

appliances free of combustible materials such as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

■Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is used

by or near children. Do not allow children to play on, with, or inside this or any other appliance.

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

■Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait

until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.

■Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids

such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

■Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in,

washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.) which may ignite or explode. Do not add these substances to the wash water. Do not use or place these substances around your washer or dryer during operation.

■

The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the garment manufacturer’s wash and care instructions.

■To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug

this appliance from the power supply or disconnect the washer at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or switching off the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

NOTE:

Turning the Cycle Selector knob to an off

position does

NOT

disconnect the appliance from

the power supply.

■Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged,

malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

WHEN USING THE WASHER

■Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses

and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or rupture should occur. Check the condition of the fill hoses; they may need replacement after 5 years.

■Before discarding a washer, or removing it from

service, remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside.

■Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this

appliance unless specifically recommended in this Owner’s Manual, or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

■Do not tamper with controls.

WHEN NOT IN USE

Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

Model 57131

Find your washer control panel.

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

Model 56121

Models 58231, 58241 and 58251

2 3

Minimum

Small Petite

LOAD

CHARGE

Medium Medium

LOAD

CHARGE

Large

Extra Large

Super

TEMPERATURE

Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage

Warm - Cold

Cold - Cold

Froide - Froide

Tiéde - Froide

TEMPERATURE

Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage

Warm - Cold

Cold - Cold

Froide - Froide

Tiéde - Froide

Hot - Cold

Chaude - Froide

Hot - Cold

Chaude - Froide

LIGHT SOIL

LÉGER

SOAK

TREMPAGE

NORMAL

EXTRA

PERMA PRESS

KNITS/TRICOTS

DELICATES

DÉLICAT

PERMA PRESS

KNITS/TRICOTS

DELICATES

DÉLICAT

SPEED/VITESSE

Wash - Spin / Lavage - Essorage

Del - Del Dél - Dél

Small Petite

LOAD

CHARGE

Large

Super

Norm. - Norm. Norm. - Norm.

TEMPERATURE

Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage

Warm - Cold

Cold - Cold

Froide - Froide

Tiéde - Froide

Hot - Cold

Chaude - Froide

LIGHT SOIL

LÉGER

TREMPAGE

LIGHT SOIL

LÉGER

NORMAL

SOAK

EXTRA

SUPER

EXTRA

PERMA PRESS

KNITS

TRICOTS

DELICATES

DÉLICAT

Load Size

The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub.

Wash/Spin Speed

The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to release water from the load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.

With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With Gentle wash speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.

The Fast spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie. Clothes will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed.

Temperature

Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.

REGULAR COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

PERMA PRESS For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.

KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.

SOAK For heavily soiled clothes that need to be soaked before washing. Once the soak and spin cycle is complete

reset the control to a wash setting.

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

About the control settings.

NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models.

Model 56220

Find your washer control panel.

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

Model 51451

Model 58221

Large

Medium Medium

Minimum

LOAD

CHARGE

Super

Small Petite

LOAD

CHARGE

Medium Medium

Reset

TEMPERATURE

Wash–Rinse / Lavage–Rinçage

Warm - Cold

Tiéde - Froide

Cold - Cold

Froide - Froide

SPEED/VITESSE

Wash - Spin / Lavage - Essorage

Extra

Del - Del

Large

Dél - Dél

Hot - Cold

Chaude - Froide

Warm - Warm

Tiéde - Tiéde

Norm. - Norm. Norm. - Norm.

EXTRA

RINSE / RINÇAGE

Off

Arret

Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage

Cold - Cold

Froide - Froide

Set

Marche

TEMPERATURE

Warm - Cold

Tiéde - Froide

SIGNAL

Off

Arret

Hot -

Chaude -

Variable

Med

Cold

Froide

Loud

Fort

LIGHT SOIL

LÉGER

NORMAL

EXTRA

RINSE/RINÇAGE

LIGHT SOIL

LÉGER

NORMAL

EXTRA

SUPER

PRE-LAVAGE

EXTRA

SUPER

EWASH

PERMA PRESS

KNITS/TRICOTS

30 MIN. AUTO SOAK/TREMPAGE

DELICATES

DÉLICAT

EXTRA

RINSE/ RINÇAGE

DELICATES DÉLICAT

LOAD

CHARGE

Medium Medium

Mininum

Extra Large

SPEED/VITESSE

Wash - Spin / Lavage - Essorage

Del - Del Dél - Dél

Norm. - Norm. Norm. - Norm.

TEMPERATURE

Wash - Rinse / Lavage - Rinçage

Warm - Cold

Cold - Cold

Froide - Froide

Tiéde - Froide

Hot - Cold

Chaude - Froide

EXTRA

RINSE / RINÇAGE

Off

Arret

Set

Marche

EXTRA

RINSE/RINÇAGE

LIGHT SOIL

LÉGER

NORMAL

EXTRA

SUPER

PERMA PRESS

30 MIN. AUTO SOAK/TREMPAGE

DELICATES

DÉLICAT

Load Size

The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub.

Wash/Spin Speed

The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to release water from the load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator and the basket.

With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes. With Gentle wash speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.

The Fast spin speed is for durable items. The Slow spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie. Clothes will be less dry than when using Fast spin speed.

Temperature

Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or instructions when laundering. Follow the water temperature guide on the washer lid.

Wash Cycle

The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle setting with your clothing.

REGULAR COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

PERMA PRESS For easy care and wrinkle-resistant items.

KNITS Specially designed for normally soiled knits.

DELICATES For lingerie and delicate fabrics with light to normal soil.

PREWASH For heavily soiled clothes or for clothes with a care label that recommends prewashing before wearing.

SOAK For heavily soiled clothes that need to be soaked before washing. Once the soak and spin cycle is complete

reset the control to a wash setting.

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

Models 59331 and 59341

About the control settings.

NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models.

SPEED/VITESSE

Wash–Spin / Lavage–Essorage

Normal - Del

Normale - Dél

Del - Del Dél - Dél

Norm. - Norm. Norm. - Norm.

Warm - Cold

Tiéde - Froide

Cold - Cold

Froide - Froide

Large

Medium Medium

LOAD

CHARGE

Super

Small Petite

Reset

TEMPERATURE

Wash–Rinse / Lavage–Rinçage

Hot - Cold

Chaude - Froide

Warm - Warm

Tiéde - Tiéde

EXTRA

RINSE / RINÇAGE

Off

Arret

Set

Marche

EXTRA

RINSE/RINÇAGE

LIGHT SOIL

LÉGER

NORMAL

EXTRA

SUPER

PERMA PRESS

30 MIN. AUTO SOAK/TREMPAGE

KNITS TRICOTS

DELICATES

DÉLICAT

Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

About washer features.

NOTE: Not all features are available on all washer models.

Liquid Bleach Dispenser (on some models)

The dispenser dilutes liquid chlorine bleach before it reaches into your wash load.

Check clothing care labels for special instructions.

Measure liquid bleach carefully, following instructions on the bottle.

■

Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto clothes or into the wash basket.

■

Do not pour powdered bleach into bleach dispenser.

Before starting the washer, pour measured amount of bleach directly into bleach dispenser. Avoid splashing or over-filling dispenser. If you prefer to use powdered bleach, add it into the wash basket with your detergent.

■

Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing can produce a toxic gas which may cause death.

The Agitator Cap or Fabric Softener Dispenser (depending on model)

The agitator cap

fits into the top of the agitator. If it accidentally comes off, simply put it back on.

The fabric softener dispenser

automatically releases liquid fabric softener at the proper time during the cycle.

Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon.

To use, follow these steps:

Make sure dispenser is securely attached to agitator.

Use only liquid fabric softener. Pour into dispenser, using amount recommended on package.

Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It may stain them.

Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line.

Extra Rinse (on some models) Signal (on some models)

When you use extra detergent or bleach to clean heavily soiled clothes, you may want to use the Extra Rinse option. This option provides a second deep cold rinse in the

COTTONS

cycle. Turn the Extra Rinse knob

SET.

The washer will pause for a few minutes before the Extra Rinse option begins.

If the SIGNAL option is selected,

a signal will sound just before the end of the cycle. This reminds you to remove the clothes to avoid excess wrinkling before drying. If you selected

EXTRA RINSE

the signal will sound

at the end of the cycle and at the end of the

EXTRA RINSE.

Off

Arret

EXTRA

RINSE / RINÇAGE

Set

Marche

Off

Arret

Med

SIGNAL

Variable

Loud

Fort

Do not pour anything into the agitator if the agitator cap or dispenser is removed.

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

Loading and using the washer.

Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label when laundering.

Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser (on some models)

Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator.

Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover.

To clean the dispenser, soak both the dispenser cup and the dispenser cover in the following solution:

■

1 US gallon (3.8 liters) warm water

■

1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy duty liquid detergent

■

1 cup (240 ml) bleach

If necessary, loosen build-up with a clean, soft cloth after soaking. Do not use a stiff brush; you may roughen the surface of the dispenser.

Rinse and reassemble dispenser. Place dispenser back on the agitator.

Separate for cleaning.

Sorting Wash Loads

Proper Use of Detergent

Add detergent and start the washer before adding clothes so that the detergent can work effectively. Using too little or too much detergent is a common cause of laundry problems.

You can use less detergent if you have soft water, a smaller load, or a lightly soiled load.

Loading the Washer

Load dry items loosely, no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub. When loading wet items make sure you set the load/water level high enough to allow the items to move freely. Water level should just cover the clothes. To add items after washer has started, push in Cycle Dial and submerge additional items next to the agitator. Close the lid and pull Cycle Dial out to restart.

■

Do not wrap large items like sheets around the agitator.

■

Do not wash fabrics containing flammable materials (waxes, cleaning fluids, etc.).

■

Agitation will not start with the lid up.

Colors

Whites

Lights

Darks

Soil

Heavy

Normal

Light

Fabric

Delicates

Easy Care

Sturdy Cottons

Lint

Lint Producers

Lint Collectors

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