Hotpoint VWSR4150DCWW, VWSR4150D0WW, VVSR1070DCWW, VVSR1070D5WW, VVSR1070D2WW Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions .......... 2

Operating Instructions

Control Panels ................... 3-5

Control Settings ................. 4, 6

Features .......................... 7

Loading and Using

the Washer ..................... 8, 9

Troubleshooting Tips .... ]o-] 2

Consumer Support

Consumer Support ....... Back Cover

Product Registration .......... 13, 14

Warranty ........................ 15

VVSR1070
VBXRI 090
VBSR5100

VWSR4150

VLXRI020
VVSR! Off0

Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model It
Serial It

Youcan find them behind the control panel
on the backof uour washeE

175D1807P556 39-90288 03-06 JR

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

WARNING!

WATERHEATERSAFETY

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 d_e hot water has not been used for two _vek_ or more, prevent d_e pos_ibili U oi dmnage or iqim)' by mining
on all hot _lteI" tilucets and allowing fl_eln h) rtm fiw several inilmtes. Do this before using any electrical

appliance which is connecmd to the hot _v:_mrsvsmm. This simple procedure _ill allow a W btfilt-up hydrogen
#_s h) escape. Since the #_s is flamlnable, do not smoke or ttse all open fl_lllle Of at)pliance dufiI_g tiffs process.

PROPERINSTALLAtiON

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 visiting wv_4tHetpeint.cem,
or by calling 80#.GE.CARE$(800.432.2737).

YOURLAUNDRYAREA

• Keep the area tmderneath and around ',mr
appliai_ces fl'ee of colnbustible materials such
as lint, papei; rags, chelnicals, etc.

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.

• Install or store where it will not be eN)osed to
telnperamres below fl'eezing or exposed to the

weathei:

• Properly grotmd washer to confrere with all
governing codes and ordinances, Follow details

in hlstnllafion hlstructions.

• Close supels,ision is necessm) if this appliance is
used b_ or near children. Do not allow children to

play on, with, or inside this or any other appliance.

Use this
appliance

onlyforits

intended

purpose as

described in
this Owner's

Manual

WHENUSINGTHEWASHER

• Never reach into washer while it is moving.

Wait until the nmchine has completely stopped

before opelfing the lid.

Do not Inix chlorh_e bleach with almnolfia or

acids such as vinegar and/or rust relnovei:
Mixing different chelnicals can produce a

to_c gas which may cause death.
Do not wash or di y articles that have been

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted

with combustible or explosive substances (such as

wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasei_, dlT-cleaning

solvents, kerosene, etc.) which inay ignite or

explode. Do not add these substances to the
wash watei: Do not use or place these substances

around your washer or dlyer dulJng operation.

WHENNOTINUSE

• Turn off water fimcets to relieve pressure on hoses
and \_dves and to nfilfimize leakage if a break or

rupture should occuI: Check the condition of the

fill hoses; thev should be replaced e;'eP,' 5 veaI_.

• Before discarding a washei; or removing it fl'om
selMce, remove the washer lid to prevent children
ti'om hiding inside.

• The latmdI T process can reduce the flame

retardancy of tiff)tics. To avoid such a result,
ca reflflly fl)llow the ga IIn ent In a n ttfil ctt irer's

wash and care instructions.

• To nfilfimize the possibiliD' ot electric shock,
Ulq)lug this appliance fl'oln the power supply or

disconnect the washer at the household
distribufioi_ panel by removii_g the fllse or

switching off the drcuit breaker before attempfii_g
any n_ailKelmnce or clealfing. NOTE" Tumlbg the

CycleSelectorknob toan off positionor pressingPAUSE
doesNOT disconnectthe appliancefrom thepowersupply

• Never attelllpt to operate this appliance if it is
damaged, malflmctioning, partially disassembled,

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

• Do not attelnpt to repair or replace any part {ff
this appliance unless specifically reconm/ended
in this Owner's Malmal, or in published use>

repair instructions that you tmdei_tand and have
the skills to carry out.

• Do I]ot tan]per with COl]trois.

READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the washer control panel

(models VVSR1070,VBXR1090, VBSR3100,VLXR1020, VVSR1030)
You can locate your model number on the back of your washer, behind the control panel.

• Select load size and

• Add detergent

• Add dilutedfabric

softener(onmodels
with afabric

softenerdispenser)

Model VVSRI070

• Addclothes

otherwash options

• Select wash cycle

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, Closelid

• Pull knob

LOAD SIZE

LARGE

SMA_UPER

Model VBXRI090

LOAD SiZE

MEDIUM

TEMPERATURE

WARM / COLD

COLD/C_/COLD

WASH / RINSE

NOTWASH

MOHT 0

NORMAL @

UGHT

OF_ (WRINKLE FREE)

0 NORMAL WARM WASH

OFFH_NV (WRINKLE FREE)

0 M NORMAL

@

NORMAL @ M 0

HEAVY EXTRA OFF

HEAVY

@ @ LIGHT

UGHT

Q UGRT

M EXTRALIGHT

RINSE

M &SPIN

Model VBSR3100

LOAD SIZE

LARGE

SMA_UPSR

TEMPERATURE

WAHM/COLO

COLD/CO./COLD

WASR/RiNSE

(WRINKLE FREE)

O NORMAL

@ • liGHT

NORMAL Q

HF_W @

LIGHT @ _i

EXTRAHEAVY@

OFF GENTLE/FAST

0 HEAW

_ oFF oFF_

NORMAt/FAST e ® M NORMAL

P,JNRE LIGHT
&SPIN

GENTLE/SLOW

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About the washer control panel

(models VVSR1070,VBXR1090, VBSR3100,VLXR1020, VVSR1030)

Model VVSRI030

LOAD SIZE

lARGE

OFF

0 WARM WASH

e

SMA_tlPER

About the washer control panel

(models VVSR1070,VBXR1090, VBSR3100,and VLXR1020)

Model VLXRI020

HOTWASH 00_ 0

OFF OFF

v •

COLDWASH

Controlsettings.

4

Load Size

Loosel_ load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket. The water ]eve]
should just cover the clothes. A({}ust the load size accordingl}.

Temperature

Select the water temperature t_w the wash and _:inse cycles. On some models, the temperature is
controlled by the wash wcle knob. _Mways _k)llow fid),_ic manufimturer's care label or instructions
when ]aunderh*g.

Wash Cycle (on some models)

The _ush cycle controls the length of the washing process. The rhm't below will help you matrh
the wash cycle setting with _mr clothing.

COTTONS Forheavyto lightly soiledcottons, householdlinens,work andplay clothes.

WRINRLE FREE Foreasycare,wrinlde-freeand permanentpressitems.

RNffS Speciallydesignedfor normallysoiled knits.

DEUCATES Forlingerieandspecial-carefabricswith light to normal soil.

About the washer control panel

(model VWSR4150)
You can locate your model number on the back of your washer, behind the control panel.

• Select load size and

• Add detergent

• Add dilutedfabric

softener(onmodels
with afabric

softenerdispenser)

Model VWSR4150

• Addclothes

otherwash options

• Select wash cycle

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• Closelid

• Pull knob

LOAD SIZE

SUPER

MEDIUM

TEMPERATURE EXTRA RINSE

WARM/COLO

COLD/_/COL_ OFF N

WASH/RINSE

EXTRA,_1N$£ OFFSOAK15

OFF NORMAL

DRAIN ___ LIGHT
&SPIN• RINSE

NORMAL • OFF

HEAVY _AN RINSE

PRE ('WRINKLE FREE)

OPTION O• HEAVY

._Ro_"og"W-f CO'_-_ArES)

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