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Use and Care Manual
Washer
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Care of Special Items .......................................... 12-13
Care of Your Washer .................................................. 9
Congratulationsonyour choiceof aJenn-Air washer! As Energy Saving Tips ..................................................... 9
you use your new washer, we know you will appreciate Features ...................................................................... 8
the many features that provJde excellent cleaning re- Laundry Aids ........................................................ 10-11
suits,energy efficiency, convenience and dependability. Bleach ................................................................. 11
Detergents .......................................................... 10
Beforeyoubeginwashing with your newwasher, please Fabric Softeners .................................................. 10
take a few minutes to read and become familiar with the Presoak ............................................................... 10
instructions in this book. On thefollowing pages, youwill Prewash .............................................................. 10
find a wealth of information regarding all aspectsof your Water Hardness .................................................. 11
beautiful new washer. By following these instructions Water Temperature ............................................. 11
carefully, you will be able to achieve excellent results. Operating the Washer Controls ...............................6-7
Cycle Description .................................................. 7
Should you have any questions about using your Jenn- To Set.................................................................... 6
Air washer, write to us. Be sure to provide the model Washing Guide ..................................................... 7
number. Preparing to Wash ...................................................... 4
Load Size .............................................................. 4
Jenn-Air CustomerAssistance Precare.................................................................. 4
c/o MaytagCustomerService Sorting................................................................... 4
P.O. Box 2370 Problem Solving Guide ........................................ 17-20
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370 Safety Precautions...................................................2-3
Service Information................................................... 21
Stain Removal...................................................... 14-16
UsingYour New Washer ............................................ 5
Warranty ..............................................................23-24
d. Remove the door to the washing compartment
before the washer is removed from service or
discarded.
1. Read all instructions carefully before using the 5.
washer. Retainall instructions for future reference.
2. Installation - Install and locate this washer according a. Do not wash articles that have been previously
to the Installation Instructions. cleaned in,washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable
a. This appliancemustbeproperlygrounded. Never or explosive substances as they give off vapors
plugthe appliance electric cord into a receptacle that could ignite or explode. Any material on
which has not been grounded adequately and in whichyou haveused acleaningsolvent, orwhich
accordance with local and national codes, issaturatedwithflammableliquidsorsolids,should
not be placed in the appliance until all traces of
b. This appliance must be connected to a properly these flammable liquidsor solids and their fumes
rated, protected, and sized power supply circuit, have been removed. There are many highly
¢. Do not install or store this appliance where it will flammable items used in homes, such as: ac-
be exposed to temperatures below freezing or
exposed to the weather, chemical solvents, some liquid household clean-
d. This appliance must be connected to adequate wax removers.
plumbing and drain facilities.
e. This appliance should be installed by a qualified other flammable or explosive substances to the
service technician, wash water.
3. If someone should get an electric shock from the c. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. Under cer-
washer, disconnectthe electrical power. DO NOT tainconditions,hydrogengasmaybeproducedin
OPERATE untilithasbeenrepairedbyanauthorized a hot water system that has not been used for
Jenn-AirServiceContractor. 2weeksor more. If thehotwatersystemhasnot
4. To preventinjuryto children: washingmachine,turnon all hot water faucets
a. Do not allowchildrento playon, in, or with the minutes. This willrelease anyaccumulatedhy-
appliance.CIosesupervisionofchildrenisneces- drogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not
sary when using the washer, smoke or use an open flame during this time.
b. Keep all laundry aids out of the reach of children d. Keep area around and underneath the washer
preferably in a locked cabinet. Use laundry aids free from the accumulation of combustible mate-
onlyas directed bythe manufacturerandobserve rials, such as lint, paper, rags, gasoline, and all
all warnings on the container labels, other flammable vapors and liquids.
etone, denaturedalcohol,gasoline, kerosene, oil,
ers, some spot removers, turpentine, waxes and
b. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or
been used for such a period,before using a
and let the water flow from each for several
c. Destroy thecarton and plastic bagsafterunpack-
ingthe washer. Cartons coveredwith rugs, bed-
spreads, or plastic sheets can create a chamber
with inadequate ventilation.
e. 11. Improperlaundering offlame retardant finishescould
remove them. Therefore, follow garment manu-
facturer's instructions carefully.
12. Whenmoving,havethewasherchecked andproperly
installed by a qualified Jenn-Air Service Contractor.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6. Do not reachintotheapplianceifthetuboragitatoris
moving,Thewasherisequippedwitha safetyswitch
foryourprotection.Ifactiondoesnotstopwhenthe Applianceswiththe UL symbolon the data plate have
washer lid is opened during the Spin Cycle, discon- been listedwith Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. Those
nect the electrical power to the washer. Do not with a CSA Monogram on the data plate have been
operate the washer until it has been repaired by an
authorized Jenn-Air Service Contractor. withCanadianStandardsAssociationrequirements. Nev-
certified by the CSA Testing Laboratories as complying
ertheless, as with any equipment using electricity and
7. Do not tamper with the controls, having moving parts,there are potential hazards. To use
this appliance safely, the operator should become famil-
8. Do not repairor replace any part ofthe appliance or iarwith theinstructionsfor operation of theAppliance and
attempt any servicing to prevent personal injury and always exercise care while using it.
damage to the washer.
9. Observe these precautions when using cleaning
fluids, spot or stain removers,etc.:
a. Use only according to the manufacturer's direc-
tions as stated on the label or carton.
b. Use outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
c. Use only products labeled "NON-FLAMMABLE".
d. After using these removers, thoroughly rinse the
clothes by hand before they are placed in the
washer. Some of these removers - for example:
rust remover - will damagethe components and
the finish of the washer.
10. Do not wash fiberglass articles unless label states
they are machine washable. Mostfiberglass articles
shedsmall particlesof glass that will not readilyrinse
outofthewasher. These particlesmaygetonclothing
inlaterloadsand causeskin irritationand discomfort.
Be sure to rinsethe washer thoroughly before using
it again.
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I Sorting ] I LoadSize]
For best results,clothesshould be sortedinto loads that can be • Size of Load - The spacethatfabrics occupyismoreimportant
washed and dried together. Sort clothesinto loads that can be thantheirweight.Forcleanwrinkle-freewashingresults,fillthe
washedwiththesame watertemperature,washtime, agitation,spin washer so that all items have plenty of roomto move freely.
speed, and laundry aids. heavilysoiled items.
Thus, sort clothes according to:
• Color - Separate whites from colors, light colors from bright or washing action. Donot groupall largeitems inone load. Several
dark colors. Wash non-colorfast items separately, sheetscembinedwithsmalleritemsinoneloadwillprovidebetter
•Fabrics. Separateintocottons,delicatefabrics, andpermanent
press items. Cottons require hotterwater. Delicatesrequire • How to Load- Looselyloadthe washer tothe top of the small
shorter wash times and cooler water to prevent shrinkage, vaneson the agitatorwithdry unfoldeditems. Do not:
Permanent press and syntheticsrequire special washing to
reducewrinkling, a. over packclothes;
• Lint Transfer - Separate lint-givers(terry cloth, chenilleand b. loadwet items (Thisencouragesoverloading.)
rugs)from linttakers(corduroy,syntheticknits,and permanent
press)to reduce linttransferduringwashing, c. wraplarge items aroundthe agitator.(Loadlarge itemsfirst
• Amount of Soil - Separateheavilysoileditemsfrommoderately
andlightlysoileditems. Mixingsoiltypescouldcauseheavysoils
to depositon thelightlysoileditems.
Do not overcrowdthewasher. This is particularlyimportantfor
• Size of Items - Combine both large and small articles for good
washing action than a load of sheets only.
and in gentlefolds.)
l Precare J
When you sort clothesintowashloads,inspecteach itemfor:
• Rips and Tears - Mendall ripsand tearssothey don'tgrow.
• Objects Left in Pockets-Remove crayons,lipsticks,cigarettes,
ballpointpens, matches, tissues, and otherobjectsthat may
damage clothesand/or thewasher.
• Non-washable Items - Removebuttons,pins,buckles,orother
sharpitemsthat may notwash well and that may scratchthe
insideof the washeror snag otheritemsin the load.
• Dirt, Lint, and Sand -Turn downcuffsandbrushoffdirt andlint."
Vacuum rugstoremove loosesurface soil. Shake sandy clothes
and towels.
• Belts, Zippers, Hooks - Tie beltsand apron sashes into bows
so that they won't tangle during washing. Close zippers and
hooks sothat theywon't snag other itemsin the load. Foradded
safety, place in mesh laundry bag.
• Spots and Stains - Remove before you wash the item. (See
Stain RemovalChart on pp. 14-16.)
1. Add Bleach,if needed, to the Bleach Dispenser 3. Place Clothes In Washer
Undilutedliquid chlorine bleach may be added to the bleach Putdry, unfoldedclotheslooselyin the tub, upto thetop of the
dispenser as shown, agitatorvanesfora maximum load. Donotoverpack orwrap items
around the agitator.
Carefullymeasurethe amountof bleach recommendedon label of
the bleach bottle for the amount of water being used. Properly
diluted bleach will be added automatically to thewash water.
Note: Place small or delicate items ina mesh bag.
Note: Oxygenbleachmaybeaddedbyfollewingtheinstructions
on thepackage. Donot putpowdered bleachor detergent
in the bleachdispenser. 4. Add Fabric Softener (if optional fabric softener accessory is
in place).
Note: All bleaches, whether liquid or granular, are powerful Addrecommended amount to innerchamberof dispenser cup on
chemicals and can cause fabric damage such as tears or top of agitator. Do NOT add above the fill line. If below the fill
color lossif not used properly, line, add water to bring liquid level up to the fill line. Fabric soft-
ener will automatically be added to the final rinse.
For more information on Bleach, seep. 11.
OPTIONAL LIQUID DISPENSER
2. Add Detergent _ ,,QU_D
Add measured amount to the washer basket before loading the _O'SPENSER
clothes. For more information on types of detergent and soap,
see p. 10.
The amount of detergent or soap to usedepends on how big the
load is, how ditty it is, and how hard the water is. Inadequate
amounts may causepoor cleaning and other problems.
Note: Diluted fabric softener can be added to the rinse water.
I To set: }
1. Set TEMP. SELECTION (Wash & RinseTemperature) 3. Select Cycle and Time
Four different water combinations are provided. To setCycle andTime, push theTIMER DIAL in(offposition) and
Wash Rinse turn it to the right (clockwise) until the red indicator is at the
Hot Wash Cold Rinse
Warm Wash Warm Rinse cycle, See CycleDescriptionsonp. 7.
Warm Wash ColdRinse
ColdWash ColdRinse 4. Pug TIMER DIAL Out To Start Washer
These temperatureselectionsare to be used with"REGULAR YoumaystopthewasheratanytimebysimplypushingtheTIMER
WASH, FINE WASH, or PERMA PRESS WASH. DIAL in. Therefore itis possibleto obtaina non-agitatedsoakfor
For more information on water temperature, see page 11. cycle. TheTIMER DIAL mustbe pushedin (offposition)whenyou
2. Set WATER LEVEL
Determinethe selectedsettingbased on clothesloadsize (see sincedamageto thetimerwill result.
table). Be sure to se/ect enough water to permit clothes to
circulate during agitation. 5. Stops automatically when wash cycle is completed.
Water Level Dry Weight of Clothes 6. Turn off faucets when not using washer. This is to protect the
Control Setting (pounds) (kilograms) waterfill hoseagainstexcessivepressure.
Super 12+ 5.4+
High 6-12 2.7 - 5.4
Medium 2-6 .9 - 2.7
Low 2 or under .9
recommended starting point in the wash segment in either the
REGULAR WASH, FINE WASH, or PERMA PRESS WASH
as long as you wish, or to shorten, skip or repeat any part of a
change the setting.
Note: Do notattemptto turnthe TIMER DIAL counterclockwise
/tmay become necessary,due tobulkyfabrics,toadjustthewater
levelafter agitation begins. Toadjustfor a higherwater level,slide
control tothe RESETpositionandthen backtothe desiredsetting.
Note: When laundering permanent press garments or garments
of delicate construction, washablewoolens or loosely knit
articles, never use less than the HIGH WATER LEVEL
setting. This willminimizeshrinkage,wrinklingand pulling
of seams.
REGULAR WASH PERMA PRESS
REGULAR WASH provides REGULAR agitation and FAST spin PERMA PRESS provides REGULAR agitation speed with SLOW
speeds for regular wash cycles to wash cottons and heavily soiled spin speed for permanent press fabrics.
fabrics.
FINE WASH
FINE WASH provides GENTLE agitation speed and SLOW spin
speed for delicates and double knit fabrics.
Washing Guide
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE
CYCLE & SPEEDS SELECTION
Wash Load TIMER DIAL AGITATION Speed* SPIN Speed Wash Rinse
Cotton and Linen, REGULAR REGULAR FAST HOT COLD
White, Colorfast WASH
Cotton and Linen, REGULAR REGULAR FAST WARM COLD
Non-Colorfast WASH
Cold Water Wash REGULAR REGULAR FAST COLD COLD
WASH
Permanent Press PERMA PRESS REGULAR SLOW ROT COLD
White and Colorfast
Permanent Press PERMA PRESS REGULAR SLOW WARM COLD
Non-Colorfast
Double Knits and FINE WASH GENTLE SLOW WARM COLD
Delicates
*NOTE: The agitation and spin speeds are automatically set based on the cycle selected.
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I Lint Filming system (Automa'dc)]
The Lint Filtering system does not require cleaning. A built-inprotector automatically shuts off the washer motor incase
Washandrinsewaterisfilteredandre-filteredcontinuouslytotraplint
shed by most fabrics during agitationcycle before it can be re- • Too heavya load isbeing washed.
depositedonthewashload.The engineeredholedesignonthewash
basketinconjunctionwithwaterflowprodueedbytheagitatortrapslint • Too many appliances are plugged into the line operating
away fromthe clothesbetweenthe innerwash basketand outertub. yourwasher.
Lintisautomaticallyflushedfromthewasherduringspin cycle.
Your washer is designed to handle out of balance loads without motorhas cooledto a safe operatingtemperature.
shuttingdownorinterruptingthewashingcycle.The cyclewillalways
becompleted,but clothesinthiscycle maycontainexcessivemois- Ifthe motorstops repeatedly,call yourJenn-Air ServiceContractor.
ture. Redistributetheclothesinthewasher andresettheCyde Control
for the finalspinperiod.
If for any reason you open the washer lid when the washer is in a
SPIN period,the operation willimmediately stop. IFYOUR WASHER
DOES NOT STOP, CALL YOUR JENN-AIR SERVICE CONTRAC-
TOR IMMEDIATELY.
of an overload. This canoccurif:
• A lowvoltageconditionexistson the line.
• Lid is openedand closedrepeatedly.
The overloadprotectorpermitsthe washer to startagain when the
Whenthe lidis closed,the operationwill automaticallybe resumed.
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