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SERVICE MANUAL
TOP LOAD WASHERS
2.7 & 3.0 Cu. Ft.
Tubs
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SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES - ALL APPLIANCES
To avoid personal injury and/or property damage, it is important that Safe
Servicing Practices be observed. The following are some limited examples of
safe practices:
1. DO NOT attempt a product repair if you have any doubts as to your ability to
complete it in a safe and satisfactory manner.
2. Before servicing or moving an appliance:
Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet, trip the circuit breaker to
the OFF position, or remove the fuse.
Turn off the gas supply.
Turn off the water supply.
3. Never interfere with the proper operation of any safety device.
4. USE ONLY REPLACEMENT PARTS CATALOGED FOR THIS APPLIANCE.
SUBSTITUTIONS MAY DEFEAT COMPLIANCE WITH SAFETY
STANDARDS SET FOR HOME APPLIANCES.
5. GROUNDING: The standard color coding for safety ground wires is GREEN,
or GREEN with YELLOW STRIPES. Ground leads are not to be used as current
carrying conductors. It is EXTREMELY important that the service technician
reestablish all safety grounds prior to completion of service. Failure to do so
will create a hazard.
6. Prior to returning the product to service, ensure that:
All electrical connections are correct and secure
All electrical leads are properly dressed and secured away from sharp
edges, high-temperature components, and moving parts
All non-insulated electrical terminals, connectors, heaters, etc. are
adequately spaced away from all metal parts and panels
All safety grounds (both internal and external) are correctly and securely
connected
All panels are properly and securely reassembled
ATTENTION!!!
This service manual is intended for use by persons having electrical and mechanical
training and a level of knowledge of these subjects generally considered acceptable in
the appliance repair trade. Electrolux Home Products cannot be responsible, nor assume
any liability, for injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this manual.
© 2001 White Consolidated Industries
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SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES 2
QUICK REFERENCE SHEET 7 - 9
Serial nameplate location 7
Serial number breakdown 7
Tech sheet location 7
Specification 8
Connecting drive motor for bench check 9
SAMPLE WIRING DIAGRAM 10
SAMPLE TIMER CHART 11
SECTION A - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 12 - 14
Before operating your washer 12
Operating steps 12
Cycle selection 12
Whites cycle 12
Extra rinse cycle 12
Colors cycle 12
Knits & delicates cycle 13
Soak & prewash cycle 13
Soak 13
Prewash 13
Power scrub option 13
Automatic extra rinse option 13 - 14
Controls 13
Agitate/spin speeds 14
Wash/rinse temperature 14
Precision temp control 14
Load size 14
Energy saving tips 14
SECTION B - OWNERS GUIDE 15 - 29
Safety information 15 - 16
For your safety 15
Product registration 15
Important safety instructions 15
Prevent fire 15
Protect children 15
Prevent injury 16
Washing procedures 17 - 19
Sorting laundry 17
Prepare items for washing 17
Pretreat stains and heavy soil 17
Adding detergent 18
Adding liquid bleach 18
Adding laundry 18
Adding liquid fabric softener 18
For models with a removable dispenser 19
For models without a fabric softener dispenser 19
Set cycle selector knob and washer controls 19
Start the washer 19
Remove items when the cycle is completed 19
Stain removal 19 - 21
Safe stain removal procedures 19
For successful stain removal 20
Stain removal chart 20 - 21
Common washing problems 22 - 23
Care and cleaning 24
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Inside 24
Outside 24
Winterizing instructions 24
Avoid service checklist 25 - 26
Sample warranty USA 27
Service information (Canada) 28
Sample warranty Canada 29
SECTION C - INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 30 - 33
Full size automatic washer 30
Pre-installation requirements 30
Tools required for installation 30
Electrical reqirement 30
Circuit 30
Power supply 30
Outlet receptacle 30
Grounding requirements 30
Water supply requirements 30
Drain requirements 31
Rough-in dimensions 31
Location of your washer 31
Do not install your washer 31
Unpacking 31
Installation 32
Replacement parts 33
United States 33
Canada 33
SECTION D - PARTS LOCATION AND THEIR FUNCTION 34 - 42
Timer 34
Speed combination switch 34
Sample timer cycle chart 35
Pressure switch assembly 36
Wash cycle options switch 36
Wash/rinse temperature switch 36
Auto temp system 37
The end of cycle signal switch 37
The end of cycle signal 37
Lid lock assembly 38
Softener dispenser 38
Agitator 38
Bleach dispenser 38
Water inlet valve 39
Valve operation 39
Drain pump 40
The motor 40
Transmission 40
Spin basket or inner tub 41
Splash tub cover 42
Outer tub 42
Leg and dome assembly 42
Snubber 42
Base 42
SECTION E - ELECTRICAL OPERATION 43 - 46
Option switch circuits 43
Line switch circuit 44
Fill circuit 44 - 45
During the wash cycle 44
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Spray rinse during the first pump cycle 45
During the rinse cycle 46
Drive motor circuit 47 - 50
Motor in agitation cycle 47 - 48
Motor in spin cycle 49 - 50
SECTION F - TROUBLESHOOTING FLOW CHARTS 51 - 61
Washer completely inoperative 52
Timer does not advance 52
Washer does not drain 53
Drive motor operates in spin but not in agitation 53
Drive motor does not turn 54
Drive motor operates in agitation but not in spin 55
Slow water fill 55
Drive motor cycles off and on rapidly when the speed switch set to normal 56
Drive motor cycles off and on rapidly when the speed switch set to gentle 56
Drive motor cycles off and on rapidly when the speed switch set to ex. gentle 57
Auto temp control does not control the wash water temperature
within specifications 57
Water fill does not turn off 58
Incorrect water level 58
Washer will not fill in any setting of the temperature selector sw 59
Washer will not fill in wash cycle, but will fill in rinse with
the temp switch set to cold/cold 60
Washer will only fill with cold water in the wash cycle, with the
temp switch set to warm/cold 60
Water temperature is too hot or too cold in the wash cycle
with the temp sw. set to warm/warm 61
Washer will only fill with hot water in the wash cycle, with the temp
switch set to warm/cold but does fill with cold water in the rinse cycle 61
SECTION G - TEARDOWN 62 - 79
Removing the knobs 62
Timer knob (some models) 62
Timer knob (some models) 62
Timer skirt (some models) 62
Timer skirt (some models) 63
All other knobs 63
Raising the top 63
Removing the rear panel from console 63
Removing the timer (some models) 64
Removing the timer (some models) 64
Removing the speed switch, option switch or temp switch 64
Removing the end of cycle signal 65
Removing the end of cycle signal switch 65
Removing the pressure switch assembly 66
Removing the electronic moisture sensor control 66
Removing the front closure 66
Removing the console 67
Removing the end caps 67
Removing the consoles front panel 68
Removing the lid lock assembly 68
Removing the lid hinges 68
Removing the lid spring 69
Removing the lid 69
Removing the water inlet nozzle assembly 69
Removing the bleach dispenser 69
Replacing the top 70
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Removing the top hinges 70
Removing the water inlet valve 70
Alternate water valve attachment 70
Removing the ATC sensor 71
Removing the front panel 71
Removing the drain pump 71
Disassembling the drain pump 72
Removing the softener dispenser 72
Removing the mechanism cap 72
Reinstalling the mechanism cap 73
Removing the agitator 73
Removing the drive hub 73
Removing the splash tub cover 74
Removing the spin basket 74
Removing the trunnion 74
Removing the top half of the tub seal 75
Removing the bottom half of the tub seal 75
Removing the outer tub 75
Removing the tub bearing 75
Removing the drive belt 76
Removing the transmission pulley 76
Removing the transmission 76
Replacing the vertical springs 76
Removing the idler pulley assembly 77
Removing the snubber 77
Removing the drive motor shield 77
Removing the start capacitor 78
Removing the drive motor 78
Removing the leg and dome assembly 79
Removing the base 79
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QUICK REFERENCE SHEET
1. Serial nameplate location:
2. Serial number breakdown.
On the under side of the lid, in the top right-hand
corner.
X C 2 0 7 0 1 3 8 8
Incremented unit number
Production week
Last digit of production year
Product identification
Manufacturing facility
3. Tech sheet location
Inside the console
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Specifications
Washer 2.7 Cu. Ft. tub 3.0 Cu. Ft. tub
Transmission
Agitate Speed Oscillations Per Minute (High) 71 - 77 71 - 77
Agitate Speed Oscillations Per Minute (Low) 47 - 51 47 - 51
Agitate Speed Oscillations Per Minute (Gentle) 33 - 37 33 - 37
Spin Speed R.P.M. (High Speed) 600 - 640 600 - 640
Spin Speed R.P.M. (Low Speed) 390 - 420 390 - 420
Oil Capacity (Ounces) 32 32
Motor
Motor HP @ 120V, 60Hz. (Min OP - 100V Internal Thermal 1/2 & 3/4 1/2 & 3/4
Overload Protection, Capacitor Start (189 - 210 Mfd., 135 Volt)
One Speed (RPM) 1725 1725
Two Speed (RPM) 1150/1725 1150/1725
Three Speed (RPM) 840/1150/1725 840/1150/1725
Agitate
Agitate Wattage - Full Load (High Speed) Max. 750 950
Agitate Wattage - Full Load (Low Speed) Max. 450 475
Agitate Wattage - Full Load (Ex. Low Speed) Max. 475
Spin
Full Spin Wattage - No Load (High Speed) 300 - 660 300 - 660
Full Spin Wattage - No Load (Low Speed) 250 - 575 250 - 575
Spin Wattage - No Load (High Speed) Max. After 10 Sec. 800 800
Spin Wattage - No Load (High Speed) Max. After 10 Sec. 700 700
Full Spin Wattage - Full Load (High Speed) 300 - 660 300 - 660
Full Spin Wattage - Full Load (Low Speed) 250 - 575 250 - 575
Spin Wattage - Full Load (High Speed) Max. After 10 Sec. 900 900
Spin Wattage - Full Load (High Speed) Max. After 10 Sec. 700 700
Tub Capacity / Water Usage
Capacity (Cu. Ft.) 2.7 3.0
Water Level (Inches) Measured from tub bottom
Large 10.8 - 13.0 13.5 - 15.2
Small 4.3 - 6.6 5.5 - 7.8
Water Supply
Pressure (P.S.I.) Minimum/Maximum 30/120 30/120
Water Flow Rate (G.P.M.) 3 - 14.6 3 - 14.6
Drain Pumpout
G.P.M. @ 36 (Min.) 12 12
G.P.M. @ 96 (Min.) 7 7
Agitator Clearance
Agitator Bottom to Tub .050 - .300 .050 - .300
Component resistance - Ohms +/- 10% @ 77°F
Motor
4 Pole Main Winding (High Speed) 2.4 2.4
6 Pole Main Winding (Low Speed) If 2 Speed Motor 1.5 1.5
Fill Valve
Hot Water Solenoid 880 880
Cold Water Solenoid 880 880
Timer Motor 2322 2322
Pump Motor - Ohms +/- 7% @ 68°F 12 12
ATC - Ohms +/- 2% @ 77°F 50000 50000
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Connecting drive motor for bench check
Two Speed
ROTATION GIVEN VIEWING LEAD END
ROTATION SPEED L1 L2 7
CCW HI 3 6,1 5
CCW LO 3 2,1 5
CW HI 3 6,5 1
CW LO 3 2,5 1
Three Speed
ROTATION GIVEN VIEWING LEAD END
ROTATION SPEED L1 L2 7 8
CCW HI 3 6,1 5 - CCW LO 3 2,1 5 W/OR
CCW EX. LO 3 2,1 5 W/V
CW HI 3 6,5 1 - CW LO 3 2,5 1 W/OR
CW EX. LO 3 2,5 1 W/V
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Caution: Disconnect Electrical Current Before Servicing
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SECTION A - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE
WARM
WARM
WARM
COLD
COLD
COLD
HOT
COLD
ON
CYCLE SIGNAL
COLD
COLD
WARM
COLD
WARM
WARM
OFF
WASH CYCLE OPTIONS
EXTRA RINSE
*
POWER SCRUB /
EXTRA
RINSE
*
*
PRECISION TEMP CONTROL
*
POWER SCRUB
OFF
SMALL
LOAD SIZE
MEDIUM
SUPER
RESET
WASH / SPIN SPEEDS
GENTLE
NORMAL
NORMAL
NORMAL
GENTLE
GENTLE
EXTRA GENTLE
GENTLE
SOAK &
PREWASH
POWER
SCRUB
/SOAK
KNITS/DELICATES
HAND WASH
PULL TO START
PREWASH
SPIN
RINSE
15
12
6
PERM
PRESS
PREWAS
8
8
4
RINSE
POWER SPIN
EXTRA RINSE
12
PUSH TO STOP
REGULAR /
WHITES
PERM PRESS /
COLORS
Versión en español
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Before Operating Your Washer
Read your washer Owner's Guide. It has important
safety and warranty information. It also has many
suggestions for best washing results.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS in your washer Owner's Guide before
operating this appliance.
Operating Steps
Read Washing Procedures in your Owner's Guide.
It explains these operating steps in detail.
1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed
together.
9. Close lid and pull cycle selector knob to start
washer.
10. Remove items at end of cycle. A signal will sound
at the end of the cycle when the End of Cycle
Signal is turned on. Wait about 1 minute for safety
lid lock to release.
Cycle Selection
Always follow instructions on fabric care labels.
The Whites, Colors, and Knits & Delicates cycles
provide a spray rinse during the first spin, followed by
a deep rinse and final spin.
Whites Cycle
Provides up to 15 minutes of wash agitation for most
fabrics. Power Spin provides 12 minutes of spin at a
selected speed for maximum removal of water. This
conserves energy by reducing drying time.
Extra Rinse Cycle
Use Extra Rinse to remove excess dirt and
detergent from heavily soiled loads. Extra Rinse
provides 3 minutes of rinse agitation, then a 9
minute spin.
2. Prepare items for washing.
3. Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
4. Add the measured amount of detergent to wash
tub.
5. If desired, add liquid bleach to Bleach Dispenser.
6. Add laundry load to wash tub.
7. If desired, add liquid fabric softener to Fabric
Softener Dispenser.
8. Set cycle selector and washer controls according
to type, size, and soil level of each load.
Select Automatic Extra Rinse under Wash Cycle
Options to automatically advance to Extra Rinse
after the Whites cycle is completed.
Select Automatic Power Scrub/Extra Rinse
under Wash Cycle Options to automatically
advance to Extra Rinse after the Soak & Prewash
and Whites cycles are completed.
Colors Cycle
Provides 12 minutes of wash agitation for light weight
cottons, 8 minutes of wash agitation for items with a noiron finish or 4 minutes of wash agitation for knits.
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Knits & Delicates Cycle
Provides 6 minutes of wash agitation for delicate items
or 3 minutes of wash agitation for hand washables.
Soak & Prewash Cycle
Soak
from the Soak or Prewash setting into the Whites wash
and Extra Rinse cycles.
1. Add the measured amount of detergent to wash
tub, then add wash load.
2. Select appropriate Wash/Rinse Temperature,
Load Size, and Agitate/Spin Speed.
Use Soak to treat heavily soiled or stained items.
Soak provides 3 minutes of agitation and 12 minutes
of soaking time. The load then advances into the
Prewash portion of the cycle.
Use the amount of detergent recommended for a
normal wash cycle. If desired, use bleach or a
soaking agent for colorfast items.
The Soak water temperature is the same as the
rinse water temperature selected.
Select the Agitate/Spin Speed appropriate for the
items being soaked.
Select Wash Cycle Option OFF if advancing into
the Whites cycle is not desired.
Follow Soak with a complete wash cycle using the
normal amount of detergent.
Prewash
Use Prewash when soaking is not necessary.
Prewash helps remove protein-based stains such
as milk, grass and blood. It also helps loosen soils
before washing. Prewash provides 3 minutes of
wash agitation.
Use the amount of detergent recommended for a
normal wash cycle.
The Prewash water temperature is the same as the
wash water temperature selected. To avoid setting
protein stains, select cold water.
Select the Agitate/Spin Speed appropriate for the
items being prewashed.
Select Wash Cycle Option OFF if advancing into
the Whites cycle is not desired.
3. Select Power Scrub under Wash Cycle Options.
To use a cycle other than Whites after the Soak
or Prewash settings, select OFF and manually
advance cycle selector to cycle desired.
4. Fill fabric softener dispenser with the
recommended amount of LIQUID detergent.
Add water to bring liquid level to fill line on dispenser
cap.
When selecting Power Scrub, the fabric softener
dispenser must be filled with diluted liquid
detergent at the beginning of the Soak or Prewash
setting. The detergent for the Whites cycle will
then be dispensed after the spin in Prewash.
DO NOT use powdered detergent in the dispenser.
Clean the fabric softener dispenser thoroughly
after each use. Fabric softener and liquid detergent
should not be mixed.
5. Set the cycle selector at Soak or Prewash and
pull knob to start. The washer will provide Soak
or Prewash as selected. It then automatically
advances to the full Whites and Extra Rinse cycles.
Automatic Extra Rinse Option
Select Automatic Extra Rinse or Power Scrub/Extra
Rinse to provide an extra rinse at the end of the Whites
cycle.
Controls
Always follow instructions on fabric care labels.
AGITATE/SPIN SPEEDS offers three agitation speeds
and four combinations of agitation and spin speeds for
any cycle. The following chart suggests agitate/spin
speeds for basic fabric types.
Follow Prewash with a complete wash cycle using
the normal amount of detergent.
Power Scrub Option
Select Power Scrub to automatically advance a load
Fabric Type Agitate/Spin Speed
Regular Normal/Normal
Perm Press Normal/Normal
Knits Gentle/Normal
Delicates / Washable woolens Gentle/Gentle
Hand washables Extra Gentle/Gentle
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WASH/RINSE TEMPERATURE sets water temperatures
for washing and rinsing. Select wash water temperature
according to fiber content, soil level and type of detergent.
A cold water rinse saves energy and reduces wrinkling.
Precision Temp Control
The normal temperature of warm and cold wash water
can be affected by the hot water heater setting and
seasonally low ground water temperatures in some
geographic areas. Since detergents work best in wash
water at a minimum of 65° F, select a Precision Temp
to regulate the temperature of the warm and cold wash
water in any cycle.
When small wash loads cannot be avoided, use lower
water levels.
Select the appropriate cycle and time for each load.
Shorten wash times for lightly soiled loads.
To reduce drying time, select a fast spin speed to
remove more water from heavy items such as towels
and jeans.
Use warm water to wash most loads. Limit hot water
washes to heavily soiled and white loads. Use cold
water for lightly soiled items and rinsing.
Wash water in the Precision Temp Warm/Cold and
Precision Temp Warm/Warm settings is regulated to
approximately 90° F. and the wash water in the Precision
Temp Cold/Cold setting is regulated to approximately
70° F. Rinse water temperatures are not regulated.
The following chart suggests wash/rinse temperatures
for some typical wash loads.
Wash/Rinse
Fabric Type Temperature
Heavily soiled white/colorfast Hot/Cold
cotton, perm press
Lightly soiled white/colorfast Warm/Cold *
cotton, perm press
Noncolorfast fabrics, knits,
delicates, hand washables Cold/Cold *
Washable woolens Warm/Warm *
* unregulated or Precision Temp Control
Operate the washer in early morning and late evening
when utility demands are low.
Follow proper laundry procedures to avoid rewashing.
LOAD SIZE sets the amount of wash and rinse water for
the wash load. Select a water level appropriate for the
load size. There should be enough water for items to
move freely.
To increase water level after the wash cycle begins,
turn the Load Size control to Reset and hold. When
water begins to enter the tub, turn the control to the
desired setting.
Energy Saving Tips
Wash full loads. Oversize loads use extra energy.
Undersize loads waste energy.
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SECTION B - OWNERS GUIDE
Product Registration
waxes, etc. Do not store these items on or near the
washer. These substances give off vapors or chemical
reactions that could ignite or explode.
Thank you for choosing this washer. This owner's
guide will explain proper operation and care.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record below the model and serial numbers found on
the washer serial plate located on the underside of the
washer lid. Keep these numbers for future reference.
Model Number ________________
Serial Number _________________
Date of Purchase ________________
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION
CARD should be filled in completely, signed and
returned.
This Owner's Guide provides general operating
instructions for your washer. It also contains information
about features for several other models. Your washer
may not have every feature included here.
Do not put oily or greasy rags or clothing
on top of the washer. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite the materials.
Do not add gasoline, cleaning solvents,
or other flammable or explosive substances to the
wash water. These substances give off vapors 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 the washer, turn on
all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each
for several minutes. This will release any accumulated
hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is flammable; do not
smoke or use an open flame during this time.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result
in fire, explosion, serious bodily injury and/or damage
to the rubber or plastic parts of the washer.
Use the washer only as instructed in this Owner's
Guide and the Operating Instructions card included
with your washer.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all instructions before using this washer.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or injury to persons when using this washer,
comply with the basic warnings listed below.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result
in serious personal injuries.
Prevent Fire
Do not wash items that have been
previously cleaned in, soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline, cleaning solvents, kerosene, cooking oils,
Protect Children
Do not allow children to play on or in the
washer. Close supervision of children is necessary
when the washer is used near children. As children
grow, teach them the proper, safe use of all appliances.
Destroy the carton, plastic bag and
other packing materials after the washer is unpacked.
Children might use them for play. Cartons covered with
rugs, bedspreads or plastic sheets can become airtight
chambers.
Keep laundry products out of children's
reach. To prevent personal injury, observe all warnings
on product labels.
Before the washer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the washer lid to prevent
accidental entrapment.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result
in serious personal injuries.
Avoid fire hazard or electrical shock.
Do not use an adaptor plug or extension cord or
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remove grounding prong from electrical power
cord. Failure to follow this warning can cause
serious injury, fire or death.
must be plugged into a properly grounded and polarized
3-prong outlet. The third grounding prong must
never be removed. Never ground the washer to a
gas pipe. Do not use an extension cord or an
adaptor plug.
Follow package directions when using
laundry products. Incorrect usage can produce
poisonous gas--resulting in serious injury or death.
Do not combine laundry products for use in 1 load
unless specified on the label.
Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids
such as vinegar.
CORRECT
Use this way ONLY
Do not use or mix liquid chlorine
bleach with other household chemicals such as
toilet cleaners, rust removers, acid or products
containing ammonia. These mixtures can produce
dangerous fumes which can cause serious injury
or death.
Note: The instructions appearing in this Owner's Guide
are not meant to cover every possible condition and
situation that may occur. Common sense and caution
must be practiced when installing, operating and
maintaining any appliance.
Prevent Injury
To prevent serious personal injury and
damage to the washer:
All repairs and servicing must be performed by
an authorized servicer unless specifically
recommended in this Owner's Guide. Use only
authorized factory parts.
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not install or store the washer where it will be
exposed to the weather.
ALWAYS disconnect the washer from
the electrical supply before attempting any service or
cleaning. Failure to do so can result in electrical shock
or injury.
To prevent injury, do not reach into the
washer while parts are moving. Before loading,
unloading or adding items, push in the cycle selector
knob and allow the tub to coast to a complete stop
before reaching inside.
Failure to comply with these warnings could result
in serious personal injuries.
To prevent shock hazard and assure
stability during operation, the washer must be installed
and electrically grounded by a qualified service person
in accordance with local codes. Installation instructions
are packed in the washer for installer's reference.
Refer to INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for detailed
grounding procedures. If the washer is moved to a new
location, have it checked and reinstalled by a qualified
service person.
To prevent personal injury or damage to
the washer, the electrical power cord of the washer
This washer is equipped with an electrical overload
protector. The motor will stop if it becomes overheated.
The washer will automatically restart after a cool down
period of up to 30 minutes, if the washer has not been
manually turned off during this time.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Washing Procedures
2. Prepare items for washing.
Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash
load.
Read the Operating Instructions card for
operating your specific model.
Always read and follow fabric care and laundry
product labels.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or injury to persons, read Important Safety
Instructions, before operating this washer.
1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed
together.
Sort items by recommended water temperatures,
wash time, and agitate/spin speeds.
Separate white, light, and colorfast items from
dark and noncolorfast items.
Separate items which shed lint from items
which attract lint. Permanent press, synthetic,
knit and corduroy items will pick up lint from
towels, rugs and chenille bedspreads.
Empty pockets.
Empty pockets.
Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and
beach towels.
Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and
sashes, and remove nonwashable trims and
ornaments.
Remove pins, decorative buttons, belt buckles,
and other objects which could be damaged.
This also helps protect other items in the wash
load.
Separate heavily soiled items from lightly
soiled items.
Separate lacy, sheer and loosely knit items
from sturdy items.
Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.
Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage
during washing.
Place delicate items such as bras, shoulder
pads, hosiery, and belts in a mesh bag to
prevent tangling during the wash cycle.
Place delicate items in a mesh bag.
Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.
3. Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
See Stain Removal.
4. Add a measured amount of detergent to the
wash tub before adding the laundry load.
Follow detergent manufacturer's directions. The
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amount required depends on type of detergent, load
size and soil level, and water hardness.
5. If desired, add liquid bleach to Bleach Dispenser
(some models).
Before adding the wash load, add liquid bleach
to bleach dispenser located in left front corner
under the lid:
3/4 cup (180 ml) for small loads
1 cup (240 ml) for large loads
1-1/4 cups (300 ml) for extra-large loads.
Then add 1 cup (240 ml) water to flush the
dispenser.
Combine large and small items in a load. Load
large items first. Large items should not be
more than half the total wash load.
When washing a single heavy item, add 1 or 2
towels to balance the load.
7. If desired, add liquid fabric softener to Fabric
Softener Dispenser (some models).
For models with a built-in dispenser
Bleach Dispenser (some models)
Do not use powdered bleach in the bleach
dispenser.
For models without a bleach dispenser, dilute
the recommended amount of liquid chlorine bleach
in 1 quart (.95 L) water. Add it to wash water after
a few minutes of agitation. Do not pour bleach
directly on wash load.
6. Add laundry load to washer.
Dry load level should not be higher than top row
of holes in wash tub.
Built-In Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
1. Add liquid softener to the dispenser, following
fabric softener label directions.
2. Add water to bring liquid level to fill line on
dispenser cap.
3. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after
each use. Rinse both cap and cup with warm
water. Replace dispenser in the agitator.
NOTE: To separate cap from cup, put thumb into
dispenser and push against side of cup.
Do not load items above
top row of holes in wash tub.
Do not overload washer.
Do not put items on top of agitator or wrap them
around it. Load items evenly.
Built-In Fabric Softener Dispenser(some models)
After cleaning, push cap and cup firmly together.
Replace dispenser by lining up the ribs and grooves
and snapping it into position.
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Fabric softener will be flushed from area under the
built-in fabric softener dispenser when Large Load
Water Level is selected. If a build-up of fabric
softener occurs, clean with hot water. DO NOT
REMOVE SERVICE CAP.
For models with a removable dispenser:
1. Attach fabric softener dispenser to top of agitator
by pressing down gently.
2. Add softener to the dispenser, following fabric
softener label directions.
Removable Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
3. Add water to bring liquid level to top of the peg
in the center of the cup.
10. Remove items when the cycle is completed.
For your safety, the lid locks when the tub is
spinning. It will remain locked for about 1 minute
after the tub stops spinning.
To open the lid during a spin, push in the cycle
selector knob and wait about 1 minute for the lid
lock to release. Do not force open the locked
lid.
Place washed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or
dry flat as directed by fabric care label. Excess
wrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in
items left in the washer after the cycle has ended.
To avoid serious personal injury, do not
operate washer if safety lid lock is missing or damaged.
4. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after
each use. Rinse both lid and bowl thoroughly
with warm water. Reassemble and place
dispenser on agitator or store it nearby.
For models without a fabric softener dispenser,
follow fabric softener label directions. Add diluted
fabric softener to the final rinse. Do not pour fabric
softener directly on the wash load
8. Set cycle selector knob and washer controls
according to type, size, and soil level of each
load, and detergent used.
9. Start the washer.
Close the washer lid and pull out the cycle selector
knob. Washer will fill with the lid open. The tub will
not agitate or spin unless the lid is closed.
To stop the washer, push in the cycle selector
knob.
Do not stop and restart washer during a spin
when using the fabric softener dispenser.
To change a cycle, push in the cycle selector
knob. Turn it clockwise to the desired setting.
Pull out the knob to restart the washer.
Stain Removal
Safe Stain Removal Procedures
To reduce the risk of fire or serious
injury to persons or property, comply with the basic
warnings listed below:
Read and comply with all instructions on stain
removal products.
Keep products in their original labeled containers
and out of children's reach.
Thoroughly wash any utensil used.
Do not combine stain removal products,
especially ammonia and chlorine bleach.
Dangerous fumes may result.
Do not combine stain removal products.
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Never wash items which have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with
gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other
flammable or explosive substances because they
give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Never use highly flammable solvents, such as
gasoline, inside the home. Vapors can explode
on contact with flames or sparks.
For successful stain removal:
Remove stains promptly.
Determine the kind of stain, then follow
recommended treatment in the stain removal
chart on the next page.
To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid
detergent, or a paste made from granular
detergent and water.
Stain Removal
Use cold water on unknown stains because hot
water can set stains.
Check care label instructions for treatments to
avoid on specific fabrics.
Follow fabric care label instructions.
Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover
on an inside seam.
Rinse and wash items after stain removal.
STAIN
Adhesive tape, chewing
gum, rubber cement.
Baby formula, dairy
products, egg.
Beverages (coffee, tea,
soda,juice, alcoholic
beverages).
Blood.
Candle wax, crayon.
Chocolate.
Collar or cuff soil,
cosmetics.
TREATMENT
Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate
with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30
minutes or more. Wash.
Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with product
containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Scrape off surface wax. Place stain face down between paper towels. Press
with warm iron until wax is absorbed. Replace paper towels frequently. Treat
remaining stain with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning
fluid. Hand wash to remove solvent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using
bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.
Dye transfer on white
fabric.
Grass.
Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using
bleach safe for fabric.
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STAIN
Grease, oil, tar (butter,
fats,salad dressing,
cooking oils, car grease,
motor oils).
TREATMENT
Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. For
heavy stains and tar, apply nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain.
Replace towels under stain frequently. Rinse thoroughly. Wash using hottest water
safe for fabric.
Ink.
Mildew, scorch.
Mud.
Mustard, tomato.
Nail polish.
Paint, varnish.
Perspiration.
Rust, brown or yellow
discoloration.
Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use
prewash stain remover, denatured alcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Or, soak in oxygen bleach and hot water
before washing. Badly mildewed fabrics may be permanently damaged.
Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes.
Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper towels. Apply nail
polish remover to back of stain. Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not
use on acetate fabrics.
WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Once paint is
dry, it cannot be removed. OIL BASED AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended
on can label. Rinse thoroughly before washing.
Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash using nonchlorine
bleach in hottest water safe for fabric.
For spots, use rust remover safe for fabric. For discoloration of an entire load, use
nonchlorine bleach. Do not use chlorine bleach because it may intensify
discoloration.
Shoe polish.
Urine, vomit, mucus,
feces.
LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of granular detergent and water. PASTE: Scrape
residue from fabric. Pretreat with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry
cleaning fluid. Rinse. Rub detergent into dampened area. Wash using bleach safe
for fabric.
Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
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Common Washing Problems
Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For
satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Blue stains
Discoloration,
graying
Greasy, oily
stains
Detergent or liquid
fabric softener did not
dissolve or disperse.
Not enough detergent.
Wash water
temperature too low.
Incorrect sorting.
Not enough detergent.
Undiluted liquid fabric
softener poured
directly on fabric.
If caused by detergent, mix 1
cup (240 ml) white vinegar
with 1 quart (.95 L) water in a
plastic container. Soak item 1
hour. Rinse.
If caused by fabric softener,
rub stains with bar soap.
Wash.
Rewash with correct amount
of detergent and hottest water
safe for fabric. Add bleach
safe for fabric.
Treat with prewash stain
remover or liquid detergent.
Increase detergent and water
temperature. Rewash.
Rub fabric softener stains with
bar soap.
Add detergent before wash
load. Then start washer.
Dilute fabric softener with
water.
Sort items by soil level
and color.
Use correct amount of
detergent, hottest water
and bleach safe for fabric.
Use correct amount of
detergent and hottest
water safe for fabric.
Do not pour liquid fabric
softener directly on
fabric. See package
directions or Washing
Procedures for proper
diluting.
Holes, tears, or
snags
Lint
Incorrect use of
chlorine bleach.
Unfastened zippers,
hooks, buckles.
Rips, tears and
broken threads.
Overloading the
washer.
Degradation of fabric.
Incorrect sorting.
Tissues left in pocket.
Overloading the
washer.
Not enough
detergent.
Undissolved detergent
has left residue.
Static cling is
attracting lint.
Load washed too long.
May be irreversible if rips,
tears and seams cannot be
mended.
Reduce load size. Rewash
using correct water
temperature, water level, and
amount of detergent.
Add nonprecipitating water
conditioner to wash water.
Add liquid fabric softener to
final rinse.
Dry load in dryer.
Remove lint with lint brush or
roller.
Never pour chlorine bleach
directly on fabric.
Check condition of items
before washing. See
Washing Procedures for
preparing
and loading the wash load.
See Washing
Procedures for sorting
and preparing the wash
load.
Do not overload washer.
Use correct amount of
detergent, water
temperature and water
level.
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Common Washing Problems
Many washing problems involve poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, and fabric damage. For
satisfactory washing results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Pilling
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling to
fabric)
Pilling is normal with
synthetic and permanent
press fabrics. This is due
to abrasion from normal
wear.
Use a lint brush or shaver
to remove pills.
Use fabric softener in the
washer to lubricate fibers.
When ironing, use spray
starch or fabric finish on
collars and cuffs.
Turn items inside out to
reduce abrasion.
Residue or
powder on dark
items;
Stiff, harsh
fabrics.
Wrinkling
Yellow buildup of
body soil on
synthetic fabrics
Undissolved detergent.
Some nonphosphate
granular detergents can
combine with hard water
minerals to form a
residue.
Overloading the washer.
Agitation time too short.
Wash water temperature
too low.
Not enough detergent.
Reduce load size.
Add dissolved detergent
to tub . Rewash load.
Mix 1 cup (240 ml) white
vinegar to 1 gallon (3.8 L)
warm water in plastic
container. Soak item.
Rinse and rewash.
Reduce load size.
Rinse in cold water with
liquid fabric softener.
Soak in detergent booster
or product containing
enzymes.
Wash in hot water (120°F/
49°C) using full
permanent press cycle.
Increase detergent.
Add bleach safe for
fabric.
Or, treat with color
remover.
Increase water temperature
using hottest water safe for
fabric.
Do not overload washer.
Use liquid detergent or use
nonprecipitating water
conditioner with
nonphosphate granular
detergent.
Do not overload washer.
Remove items from washer
as soon as cycle is
completed.
Use liquid fabric softener.
Wash synthetics frequently
using water at least 100°F
(37°C ) and correct water
level.
Yellow or brown
rust stains
Iron or manganese in
water supply, water pipes,
or water heater.
To restore discolored load
of whites, use rust
remover safe for fabric.
Do not use chlorine
bleach to remove rust
stains. It may intensify
discoloration.
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Use nonprecipitating water
softener.
Before washing, run hot
water for a few minutes to
clear lines.
Drain water heater
occasionally.
For an ongoing problem,
install an iron filter in your
water supply system.
Care and Cleaning
Use care with laundry products. They
can damage finish on the washer.
Inside
Before moving the washer, place a strip of
cardboard or thin fiberboard under the front leveling
legs to prevent floor damage.
Follow Winterizing
Instructions for
cold weather care.
Remove items from the washer as soon as the
cycle ends. Excess wrinkling, color transfer, and
odors may develop in items left in the washer.
Dry the washer top, the area around the lid opening,
and the underside of the lid. These areas should
always be dry before the lid is closed.
Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the
electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock
hazards.
When extremely soiled items have been washed,
a dirty residue may remain on the tub. Remove this
by wiping the tub with a nonabrasive household
cleanser. Rinse thoroughly with water.
The agitator or tub may become stained from fabric
dye. Clean these parts with a nonabrasive household
cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads.
Outside
When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of
washer with a damp cloth. Turn water faucets off
to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses.
As needed, clean the cabinet with mild soap and
water. Never use harsh, gritty or abrasive
cleansers. If top or lid becomes stained, clean with
diluted chlorine bleach [1/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart
(.95 L) water]. Rinse several times with clear water.
Winterizing Instructions
If the washer is stored in an area where freezing can
occur or moved in freezing temperatures, follow these
winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the washer:
1. Turn off water supply faucets.
2. Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain
water from hoses.
3. Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
4. Add 1 gallon nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV)
antifreeze to empty wash tub. Close lid.
5. Set cycle selector knob at a spin setting. Pull out
knob and let washer spin for 1 minute to drain out
all water. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be
expelled.
6. Push in knob, unplug electrical power cord, dry tub
interior, and close lid.
7. Store washer in an upright position.
8. To remove antifreeze from washer after storage,
run empty washer through a complete cycle using
detergent. Do not add wash load.
Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a
mixture of warm water and mild detergent. Or,
touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or
label.
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