Inglis TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC Use & Care Manual
TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Use & Care Guide
For assistance, call:
for installation or service, call: 1-800-807-6777
or visit our website at
1-800-461-5681,
www.inglis.ca
LAVEUSE AUTOMATIQUE
À DEUX VITESSES
Guide d’utilisation
et d’entretien
Pour assistance, composer le 1-800-461-5681,
pour installation ou service 1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notre site web à www.inglis.ca
Table of Contents/Table des matières............................2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
WASHER SAFETY ...................................................................... 3
PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 4
WASHER USE.................................................................................5
Understanding Washer Cycles ....................................................5
Loading.........................................................................................5
Normal Washer Sounds...............................................................5
Starting Your Washer................................................................... 6
Selecting a Cycle and Time .........................................................7
Rinse and Spin .............................................................................8
Drain and Spin..............................................................................8
WASHER CARE .............................................................................8
Cleaning Your Washer .................................................................8
Water Inlet Hoses......................................................................... 8
Vacation, Storage and Moving Care............................................8
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................9
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................11
WARRANTY ..................................................................................12
SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE....................................................13
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES...........................................14
UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE...................................................15
Compréhension des programmes de la laveuse.......................15
Chargement................................................................................15
Sons normaux de la laveuse......................................................15
Mise en marche de la laveuse....................................................16
Sélection d’un programme et de la durée de lavage ................18
Rinçage et essorage...................................................................18
Vidange et essorage...................................................................18
ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE .....................................................19
Nettoyage de la laveuse.............................................................19
Tuyaux d’alimentation d’eau......................................................19
Préparation avant des vacances, un déménagement
ou un entreposage hivernal........................................................19
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................20
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................22
GARANTIE.....................................................................................23
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WASHER 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 hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or
“WARNING.” These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
■ Read all instructions before using the washer.
■ Do not wash articles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, 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 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
washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets
and let the 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.
■ Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the washer is
used near children.
■ Before the washer is removed from service or
discarded,
remove the door or lid.
■ Do not reach into the washer if the drum, tub or agitator
is moving.
■ Do not install or store the washer where it will be
exposed to the weather.
■ Do not tamper with controls.
■ Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or
attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended
in this Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the skills to
carry out.
■ See Installation Instructions for grounding requirements.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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PARTS AND FEATURES
1.
Control panel
2.
Model and serial number label
3.
Liquid fabric softener dispenser
4.
Agitator
5.
Lid
6.
Liquid bleach dispenser
Control panel
7.
White porcelain basket
8.
Tub
Additional feature
PRECISEWASH™ temperature control system
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WASHER USE
Understanding Washer Cycles
When the Cycle Control knob is set to a number and pulled out,
the washer fills (to the selected load size) before agitation and
timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling;
agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down.
During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous rollover action
that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash load.
After agitation starts, the Cycle Control knob turns clockwise until
it points to an Off area and the cycle ends.
NOTE:
The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These
pauses are normal for washer operation.
WASH RINSE
1. Fill 1. Fill
Loading
Loading suggestions
For these suggested full-sized loads, set the LOAD SIZE selector
to the highest load size setting.
SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS
Heavy Work Clothes
3 pair pants
3 shirts
4 pair jeans
Delicates
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4 slips
4 panties
Towels
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
Mixed Load
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
1 coverall
1 overall
2 bras
2 nighties
1 baby’s dress
14 wash cloths
1 bath mat
2 shirts
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs
2. Wash
selected
time
3. Drain
No agitation
4. Spin 4. Spin-Spray
†
The Casual cycle partially
drains, fills, agitates briefly, and
drains.
†
2. Rinse
3. Drain
No agitation
rinse
5. Spin
6. Off
Normal Washer Sounds
Your new washer may make sounds your old one didn’t. Because
the sounds might be unfamiliar, you may be concerned about
them. These sounds are normal.
During washing
When you select a small load size setting, your washer has a
lower water level. This can cause a clicking sound from the upper
part of the agitator.
During drain
If water is drained quickly from your washer (depending on your
installation), you may hear air being pulled through the pump
during the end of draining.
After drain and before spin
When the cycle changes from draining to spinning, you may hear
gears engaging.
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Starting Your Washer
Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are
dampened with gasoline or other flammable
fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of
oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
2.
(OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured
the liquid fabric softener dispenser. Softener is added
automatically during the rinse portion of the cycle.
Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm
water until liquid reaches the crossbar in the opening.
■
Do not spill or drip any fabric softener on the clothes.
■
Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.
3.
Close the washer lid.
4.
Turn the LOAD SIZE selector to the correct setting for your
wash load and the type of fabric being washed.
■
Choose a load size that allows the load to move freely for
best fabric care. See "Loading."
■
You may change the load size selection after the washer
has started filling by turning the selector to a different
setting.
5.
Set the TEMPERATURE selector to the correct setting for the
type of fabric and soils being washed. Use the warmest water
safe for fabric. Follow garment label instructions.
Your washer uses PRECISEWASH™
control. The PRECISEWASH feature maintains a uniform
water temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water.
This helps eliminate undissolved detergent and ensures
consistent cleaning results. The cold wash is regulated at
approximately 75ºF (24ºC). The warm wash is maintained at
approximately 100ºF (38ºC).
NOTE:
Make sure that both hot and cold water faucets are
turned on or the PRECISEWASH feature will not work
properly.
Water Temp Use For
liquid fabric softener
automatic temperature
into
1.
Measure detergent and pour it into the washer. If desired, add
powdered or liquid color safe bleach. Add extra detergent for
the Super Wash cycle.
Drop a sorted load of clothes loosely into your washer.
■
Load evenly to maintain washer balance. Mix large and
small items.
■
Items should move easily through the wash water.
Overloading can cause poor cleaning.
■
To reduce wrinkling of permanent press clothes and some
synthetic knits, use a large load size to provide more
space (see step 4).
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Hot
111°F (44°C)
or above
Warm
90°-110°F
(32°-43°C)
Cold
70°-90°F
(21°-32°C)
NOTE:
In wash water temperatures colder than 70ºF
(21ºC), detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult
to remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have
increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the
surface of garments).
6.
(OPTIONAL STEP) For an additional rinse and spin at the end
of a wash cycle, set the EXTRA RINSE selector to ON.
7.
(OPTIONAL STEP) Your washer has a Cycle/Bleach CYCLE
SIGNAL. This allows you to select a signal at the end of any
Whites and pastels
Heavy and greasy soils
Bright colors
Moderate to light soils
Colors that bleed or fade
Light soils
wash cycle and/or a signal to alert you when to add liquid
chlorine bleach to your wash load.
■
The end of Cycle Signal is helpful when you are washing
items that should be removed from the washer as soon as
the cycle ends.
■
The Bleach Signal alerts you when to add liquid chlorine
bleach to your wash cycle after your detergent has had
time to work. See “Adding liquid chlorine bleach.”
Using the CYCLE SIGNAL
■
Set the selector to OFF/OFF if you do not desire an end of
Cycle Signal or a Bleach Signal.
■
Set the selector to ON/OFF for an end of Cycle Signal
only.
■
Set the selector to ON/ON for an end of Cycle Signal and
a Bleach Signal.
8.
Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the
wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a
small load size setting. See “Selecting a Cycle and Time.”
Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washer.
To stop or restart your washer
stop
■
To
the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control
knob.
restart
■
To
the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out
the Cycle Control knob.
Adding liquid chlorine bleach
Pour measured
bleach dispenser. Bleach will be dispensed automatically into the
wash load.
■
Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less
for a smaller load size.
■
Follow the manufacturer’s directions for safe use.
■
To avoid spilling, use a cup with a pouring spout. Do not let
bleach splash, drip, or run down into the washer basket.
■
Use only liquid chlorine bleach in this dispenser.
liquid chlorine bleach
into the liquid chlorine
Selecting a Cycle and Time
This section describes the available wash cycles and will help
you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each
cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.
■
The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These
pauses are normal. Refer to “Normal Washer Sounds” to
learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash
cycle.
■
Refer to “Understanding Washer Cycles” to learn what
happens during a wash cycle.
Normal cycle
This cycle features high-speed agitation for cleaning cottons and
linens, and high spin times to shorten drying time. Select up to 15
minutes of wash time, depending on whether your load is lightly,
moderately or heavily soiled. For lightly soiled cotton and linen
fabrics, use the shortest time setting.
Super Wash -
heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal. Use two
times the recommended amount of detergent for this cycle.
Casual cycle
This cycle starts with high-speed agitation and then steps down
to low-speed agitation for cleaning permanent press blends and
synthetic fabrics. To minimize wrinkling, this cycle features a
cool-down rinse and a low-speed final spin. Select up to 9
minutes of wash time, depending on your model, to clean lightly
to moderately soiled loads.
Delicates cycle
This cycle features low-speed agitation for gentle soil removal
from delicate items and washable knits. Low spin speeds
minimize wrinkling. Use this cycle to clean lightly to moderately
soiled loads.
Hand Washables cycle
This cycle features a series of brief, low speed agitations and
short soaks to gently clean special-care items. Low spin speeds
minimize wrinkling. Wash small loads. If items appear to be
floating (due to trapped air), stop the washer by pushing in the
Cycle Control knob. Push items down into the washer. Pull out
the Cycle Control knob to restart the washer.
Select the 18-minute Super Wash feature to wash
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Rinse and Spin
When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing
special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is
needed.
1.
Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of
the Rinse settings.
2.
Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer fills to the
selected load size, agitates, drains, and spins.
NOTE:
Your washer has an EXTRA RINSE selector that allows
you to add an extra rinse automatically to any wash cycle. See
“Starting Your Washer.”
Drain and Spin
A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy
fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water.
1.
Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of
the Spin settings.
2.
Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer drains, then
spins.
WASHER CARE
Cleaning Your Washer
Cleaning the exterior
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as
detergent or bleach. Occasionally wipe the outside of your
washer to keep it looking new.
Cleaning the interior
Clean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine
bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Pour this into your
washer and run it through a complete cycle using hot water.
Repeat this process if necessary.
NOTE:
Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners
labeled as washer safe.
Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser
Flush dispenser periodically with warm water, as shown. Remove
the dispenser by grasping the top of the dispenser with both
hands and squeezing and pushing upwards with thumbs. Clean
the dispenser by rinsing it under a water faucet. Replace it after
cleaning.
NOTE:
Do not wash clothes with this dispenser removed. Do not
add detergent or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric
softener use only.
Water Inlet Hoses
Replace inlet hoses after five years of use to reduce the risk of
hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if
bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement
on the label with a permanent marker.
Vacation, Storage and Moving Care
Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because
some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your
washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather,
winterize it.
Non-use or vacation care
Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on
vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time,
you should:
■
Unplug washer or disconnect power.
■
Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid
accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you
are away.
To winterize washer
1.
Shut off both water faucets.
2.
Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3.
Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.
4.
Run washer on a drain and spin setting (see “Drain and Spin”)
for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water.
5.
Unplug washer or disconnect power.
To use washer again
1.
Flush water pipes and hoses.
2.
Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3.
Turn on both water faucets.
4.
Plug in washer or reconnect power.
5.
Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL)
of detergent to clean out antifreeze.
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