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Congratulations on your purchase of a new Automatic Washer. Your washer has been carefully constructed for
years of dependable service, using many of the same rugged, reliable components which are in many
coin-operated machines.
Table of
Contents
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................. 2
Before Washing
Prepare Wash Load............................................................................ 4
Sort ..................................................................................................... 4
Pretreat ............................................................................................... 4
Loading the Washer
Load Articles ....................................................................................... 5
Load Sizes .......................................................................................... 5
Water Level ........................................................................................ 5
Water
Water Hardness.................................................................................. 6
Iron ..................................................................................................... 6
Wash Temperature ............................................................................. 6
Laundry Tips........................................................................................ 7
Washing Temperature Guide .............................................................. 8
Bleach Dispenser................................................................................ 8
Fabric Softener Dispenser and Agitator .............................................. 8
How To Use Your Washer
Determine Proper Cycle ................................................................... 9
To Wash Clothes .............................................................................. 9
Timer ................................................................................................ 10
Options ............................................................................................. 10
Special Care
Starching .......................................................................................... 11
Knits.................................................................................................. 11
Permanent Press .............................................................................. 12
Washing Special Items ...................................................................... 13
Washing Problems ............................................................................. 14
Stain Removal .................................................................................... 15
Maintenance
Cold Weather Care ........................................................................... 18
Care Of Your Washer ....................................................................... 18
Operating Tip
Out-Of-Balance Switch ..................................................................... 18
Motor Overload Protector.................................................................. 18
Before You Call For Service .............................................................. 19
If Service Is Required......................................................................... 19
Warranty.............................................................................................. 20
Timer Chart ......................................................................................... 21
Information For Handy Reference ......................................Back Cover
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WARNING
FOR YOUR SAFETY
and to reduce the risk of fire or an
explosion, do not store or use
gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
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Laundry Aids . . .
Laundry
Aids Use Comments
Soak/Pretreat • Use a soaking agent either during the soak cycle or • Do not use a soaking
Products overnight to remove stains and soils. agent with chlorine
bleach.
• Always follow manufacturer’s instructions with any • Do not use pretreaters
pretreatment product. around the washer or
dryer control panel. They
may harm the finish or
panel markings.
Detergents/ • You may use detergent or soap in your washer. The • Soap and nonphosphate
Soaps determining factor is the hardness of the water. Always powdered detergents
use detergent if the water is over three grains hard. will not give good
water. Soap in hard
water will form sticky
deposits.
• The use of powdered
soap is not
recommended when
washing in cold water.
Bleaches • Use to remove certain stains, disinfect, and keep clothes • When using liquid
white. chlorine bleach, always
use the bleach
dispenser.
• Use bleach in the wash water only. Do not use bleach in • Always measure the
the rinse. bleach. Never exceed
one cup of bleach per
full load.
• Follow directions on care label of garment. • Never use chlorine
bleach and ammonia in
the same wash
cycle.
• Bleach should not be used as a substitute for detergent.
Use the recommended amount of bleach.
Fabric • Use to soften clothes and remove static electricity from • Undiluted fabric
Softeners permanent press knits and other fabrics of man-made softener poured directly
fibres. on clothes can stain
them.
• Add during the rinse cycle, using no other product in the • Do not mix with
rinse. Follow bottle directions carefully. detergent or bleach.
Water • These products soften water by tying up the hardness
Conditioners minerals. Recommended if using soap with water over
Non-Precipitating three grains hard, or when using nonphosphate
Type detergents.
Precipitating Type • These products settle out hardness minerals by • Do not use with
converting them into particles that will not dissolve in the nonphosphate
water. If used with nonphosphate detergent or soap in detergents or soaps.
hard water, a deposit may form on the clothes and
washer parts.
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Washing Temperature Guide . . .
Water
Water
Temperature Use For Comments
Temperature Use For Comments
HOT • Sturdy whites and colourfast items. • Best cleaning for heavily
HOT • Sturdy whites and colourfast items. • Best cleaning for heavily
(approx. 60º C) • Work clothes. soiled items.
(approx. 60º C) • Work clothes. soiled items.
• Soiled items. • Helps remove wrinkles
• Soiled items. • Helps remove wrinkles
• Nappies. from permanent press.
• Nappies. from permanent press.
WARM • Light and moderately soiled items. • Reduces wrinkling.
WARM • Light and moderately soiled items. • Reduces wrinkling.
(approx. 37º C) • Non-colourfast or dark colors. Less fading.
(approx. 37º C) • Non-colourfast or dark colors. Less fading.
• Permanent press.
• Permanent press.
• Silks, woollens, nylon, acrylic.
• Silks, woollens, nylon, acrylic.
COLD • Rinsing of all items. • Saves energy.
COLD • Rinsing of all items. • Saves energy.
(approx. 18º C) • Non-colourfast fabrics. Reduces colour fading.
(approx. 18º C) • Non-colourfast fabrics. Reduces colour fading.
• Extra sensitive clothing.
• Extra sensitive clothing.
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Washing Special Items . . .
Always Follow Manufacturer’s Care Label Instructions
Bedding • Warm wash and rinse.
• PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle.
• Pretreat heavily soiled areas before washing.
• When washing an electric blanket, protect the plug by stitching the edge of the
blanket over the plug. Only dryer dry if manufacturer says it can be done.
Nappies • Rinse out nappies immediately in cold water and soak in a nappies pail with a
small amount of detergent or enzyme presoak. Soak before washing.
• Limit wash load to two dozen nappies.
• Recommend an all-purpose detergent.
Draperies, Curtains, • Shake to remove dust. Remove hooks and close zippers.
Slip Covers • Sun-damaged draperies and curtains will not withstand washing.
• Use warm water.
• Wash curtains frequently. They can be weakened from soil, fumes, dust,
and the sun.
• Fibreglass curtains need gentle care. Read care label to see if washable.
Some fibreglass curtains should be hand washed.
Pillows • Do not wash pillows unless they can be dryer dried. They may mildew if not
(Feather and down) dried completely.
• Wash two pillows at a time or add towels for balance.
• Use warm wash and detergent.
Rugs • Shake before washing. Do not use hot water on rubber-backed rugs.
• Wash two or three rugs to balance the washer.
• Fabric softener in the rinse will help eliminate static.
Slips and Gowns • Wash often using all-purpose detergent, warm or hot water and a cold rinse
on the PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle.
• To keep nylons and polyesters white, wash only with whites and use chlorine
bleach occasionally.
• Use fabric softener in the rinse to remove static electricity.
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Washing Problems . . .
To keep clothes looking white or bright, use good washing practices at all times to prevent a gradual build-up
of soil or water hardness minerals on them. If you notice that your clothes are not as bright as they should be,
take corrective measures immediately.
Problem
Grey or Dingy Insufficient Detergent Add more detergent to washtub before
Clothes loading clothes. Mild detergents are not
Improper Sorting Wash whites separately. Separate light
Nonphosphate Detergent and Hard Water Follow package directions. Soften water if
Water Not Hot Enough White clothes will stay whiter with hot
Overcrowding Washer Clothes must circulate freely through the
Yellowed Clothes Unremoved Soil Skin soil is hard to remove. Check hem
Clothes Stained From Iron In The Water To test if an iron stain, use a rust remover
Cause
suitable for average soil.
from heavily soiled items. Clothes can
pick up soil from dirty wash water.
possible.
wash water. Increase temperature.
water for best results.
edge of sheets and pillowcases, bottom
end of t-shirts, etc. If this portion is
white and center is yellow, the fabric
contains unremoved soil. Use sufficient
detergent and a hot wash. Chlorine
bleach may be needed.
on a portion of the garment. Follow
bottle directions for larger items.
Solution
Older Clothes Some white fabrics turn yellow with age
and cannot be whitened.
Clothes Tearing Improper Use of Chlorine Bleach No correction for bleach damaged clothes.
or Damage Always measure and dilute bleach.
Overcrowding or Overloading Make sure all items can move freely
during agitation.
Insufficient Precare Fasten all hooks and zippers. Mend tears.
Remove objects from pockets.
Excessive Lint Improper Sorting Fabrics which shed lint cannot be washed
with fabrics that receive lint.
Insufficient Detergent Use enough detergent so that lint remains
suspended in water and flushed out.
Mixing Fabric Types Knits and Permanent Press attract lint.
Wash these only with similar items. Use
fabric softener in rinse water.
Insufficient Water Level Select proper/higher water level for size of
wash load.
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Stain Removal . . .
Many soils will not become stains if treated promptly. Older stains may be difficult or impossible to remove.
Hot water will set some stains, particularly protein based stains. Use cold or warm water on these before
washing in hot water.
WARNING
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Never put highly flammable substances like gasoline, kerosene, waxes, vegetable oils, cooking oils,
etc. into a washer or dryer. Never put articles that have been cleaned with such substances into a
washer or dryer. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in a fire, explosion, and/or severe
burns or death. All items with these substances on them should be thoroughly hand-washed with a
detergent so that no trace of the flammable substances remains. The articles can then be machine
washed and/or dried.
When using any kind of a dry-cleaning fluid, follow the manufacturer's recommendations. The fumes
should never be inhaled. Use in a well ventilated room away from sparks and flames. Air dry before
washing or drying. Dry-cleaning fluid may cause a “ring” to be formed on some permanent press
fabrics. This will not wash out. To remove, clean the garment in a coin-operated dry-cleaning unit, or
by a professional dry-cleaner.
Stain
Adhesive Tape Place face down on paper towels and sponge with a dry-cleaning solvent (see
WARNING above). Launder.
Airplane Glue Place face down on paper towels and sponge with fingernail polish remover
until stain dissolves. Launder.
Alcoholic Beverages Sponge stain immediately with cold water or soak stain 30 minutes in cold
water. Apply detergent to any trace of stain while still wet. If safe for the fabric,
launder in hot water using chlorine bleach.
Blood Treat stain immediately. Soak 30 minutes or more in cold water. Rub detergent
into stain. If stain persists, place a small amount of household ammonia on the
stain and rub again with detergent. If safe for fabric, launder in hot water and
chlorine bleach if traces of the stain persist.
Candlewax Rub with ice and scrape off excess wax. Place stain between paper towels and
press with warm iron. Then place stain face down on paper towels and sponge
with dry-cleaning solvent (see WARNING above). Let dry, launder. If traces of
colour remain, launder with a commercial colour remover or if safe for the
fabric, hot water and chlorine bleach.
Chewing Gum Rub with ice and scrape off excess gum. Place face down on paper towels and
sponge with a dry-cleaning solvent.
Cocoa or Chocolate Soak in cold water. Rub detergent into stain, rinse. If greasy stain remains,
sponge face down on paper towels with a dry-cleaning solvent. If traces of the
stain remains, launder in hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).
Treatment
Coffee, Tea Soak in cold water. Rub detergent into stain, rinse. If traces of the stain remain,
launder in hot water with chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).
Crayon Treat the same as candle wax (above) or wash in hot water (if safe for fabric)
using soap (not a detergent) and 1-2 cups baking soda. If stains remain,
professional dry-cleaning may be necessary.
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Stain
Deodorants and Some of these products contain substances that can change the colour of
Anti-Perspirants some dyes. The colour can sometimes be restored if the area is sponged with
ammonia then rinsed. To remove stains, apply white vinegar. Rub, rinse. If
stains remain, rub detergent into stain and launder with hot water and chlorine
bleach (if safe for fabric).
Dye Treat with a commercial dye remover (Rit, Putnam) or if safe for fabric,
bleach with chlorine bleach.
Egg If dried, scrape off excess. Soak in cold water. Rub detergent into damp
stain and if safe for fabric, launder in hot water and chlorine bleach.
Fabric Softener Dampen stain and rub with bar soap. Launder as usual.
Fruit Juices Soak in cold water. Launder in hot water with chlorine bleach (if safe for
fabric).
Grease, Oil Place face down on paper towel and sponge with dry-cleaning fluid (see
WARNING on Page 15). Dampen stain with water and rub with bar soap or
detergent. Launder in hot water (if safe for fabric).
Ink Saturate the stain with hair spray or place the fabric face down on paper towel
and sponge with cleaning fluid or rubbing alcohol (see WARNING on
Page 15). Rinse. If traces of the stain remain, rub detergent into the
dampened stain and launder. Some inks may be impossible to remove.
Iodine Rinse from the back side of the stain with cold water. Then soak in a
commercial colour remover (Rit, Putnam, etc.) or rub in a paste of water and
starch. Let stand for 15-30 minutes and launder.
Ketchup, Tomato-Based Scrape off excess. Soak in cold water 30 minutes. Rub detergent into the stain
Products and if safe for fabric, launder in hot water and chlorine bleach.
Treatment
Lipstick Place on paper towel and sponge with cleaning fluid (see WARNING on
Page 15). Rinse. Rub dampened stain with bar soap and launder.
Mildew Treat promptly. Mildew damages fabric and sometimes cannot be removed.
Launder with chlorine bleach. For items that cannot be washed with chlorine
bleach, soak in an all-fabric bleach, then launder.
Milk and Milk Products Soak in cold water. Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for
fabric). Sponge with a cleaning fluid (see WARNING on Page 15), if a stain is
noticeable. Rewash.
Miscellaneous (A) Place stain side down on paper towel and sponge with dry-cleaning fluid
Eye and Face Make-up, (see WARNING on Page 15). (B) Apply dry spotter (one part mineral water
Tar, Gravy, Felt-Tip and eight parts dry-cleaning solvent). Use a spoon to loosen stain. Keep stain
Marker, Pitch, moist with dry spotter and blot occasionally with toweling. Continue until stain
Typewriter Ribbon is removed. Allow to dry completely, rinse in warm water, and launder as
usual.
Mud Scrape off excess. Soak in solution of one quart warm water, half teaspoon
liquid hand dishwashing detergent and one tablespoon vinegar for 15 minutes.
Rinse. Launder in hot or warm water with enzyme product.
Mustard Rub dampened stain with bar soap. Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach
(if safe for fabric).
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Stain
Nail Polish Place face down on paper towel. Sponge with nail polish remover (non-oily)
until stain disappears. Launder. Do not use nail polish remover on Acetate or
Arnel fabrics.
Paint Water-based — Treat by rinsing fabric in cool water while stains are still wet.
Then launder. Dried paint cannot be removed. Oil-based — Pretreat with a
solvent recommended on the paint container. If not available, use mineral spirits.
Rinse. Pretreat with a stain remover or detergent, rinse and launder.
Perspiration Rub dampened stain with detergent. Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach
(if safe for fabric). If the fabric is discoloured, you can try to restore it by treating
fresh stains with ammonia or old stains with vinegar.
Rust Apply a commercial rust remover (Whink, Rit, RoVer, etc.) Follow manufacturer’s
directions. Then launder as usual.
Scorching Launder using hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric). Fabrics can
be damaged by being scorched. If this has happened, you may not be able to
remove the marks.
Shoe Polish Rub dampened stain with detergent. Launder in hot water and chlorine
bleach if safe for fabric.
Soft Drinks Rinse stain with cold water immediately. Launder in warm water and chlorine
bleach if safe for fabric.
Tobacco Dampen stain and rub with bar soap. Rinse. If necessary, soak in an all-fabric
bleach solution. If stain remains, launder with chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).
Treatment
Urine Rinse with cold water. Soak with an enzyme soaking product. Launder in hot
water with chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric). If the colour of the fabric has
changed, sponging the area with ammonia may restore the colour.
Vomit Soak in a solution of one quart warm water, half teaspoon liquid hand
dishwashing detergent, and one tablespoon ammonia (if safe for fabric). Soak
15 minutes. Use sponge to loosen stain. Blot with toweling. Launder in hot water
(if safe for fabric) with an enzyme product.
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Cold Weather Care
Maintenance . . .
If the washer is delivered on a
cold day (below freezing), or is
stored in an unheated room or
area during the cold months, do
not attempt to operate it until the
washer has had a chance to
warm up.
Care Of Your Washer
IMPORTANT: Before using the
washer for the first time, wipe out
the inside of the washtub with a
sudsy cloth.
Operating Tips . . .
Out-Of-Balance Switch
Use only a damp or sudsy cloth
for cleaning the control panel.
Some spray prewash products
may harm the finish on the control
panel.
Wipe the washer cabinet as
needed. If detergent, bleach or
other washing products are
spilled on the cabinet, wipe
immediately. Some products will
cause permanent damage if
spilled on the cabinet.
Do not use scouring pads or
abrasive cleansers.
Do not lay sharp or rough objects
on or against the washer. The
finish could be damaged.
The washtub will need no
particular care though it may need
rinsing or wiping after an unusual
load has been washed. This also
may be necessary if too little
detergent has been used.
Leave the loading door open to
allow the inside of the washer to
dry out after use. This helps
prevent musty odors from
developing.
The out-of-balance switch is
located behind the right rear
hinge of the washer loading door.
A load of one or two items can
make the washtub unbalanced
during the spin periods. For the
best spinning results, the load
must be balanced throughout the
spin period.
Motor Overload Protector . . .
This internal overload protector
will stop the motor automatically
in the event of an overload. The
overload protector will reset itself
in two or three minutes and the
The out-of-balance switch is
tripped if the load becomes
excessively unbalanced during
the spin. Spinning stops when this
happens.
motor will restart automatically. If
the overload protector stops the
motor again, remove the washer
from use and call the serviceman
to correct the problem.
If the out-of-balance switch is
tripped, you will need to
rearrange the load. To do this,
push the timer knob in, open the
loading door and evenly
distribute the items in the
washtub. Close the loading door,
pull the timer knob out, and the
spin will resume.
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Before You Call For Service . . .
(You may save time and money by checking the following):
If Your W asher:
Won't
Fill
Fills But
Won't Agitate
Won't
Spin
Possible Reason —
Do This T o Correct
Be sure the power cord is plugged all the way into the
electrical outlet.
Close the loading door.
Check the house fuse or circuit breaker.
Has the motor overload protector cycled?
Turn on the hot and cold water faucets.
Pull timer knob out to start the washer.
Was the last spin completed?
Clean the filter screens located at the faucet end of the inlet
hoses. Owner is responsible for service call regarding
cleaning of the screens.
Water is siphoned from the washer during the cycle. Refer to
the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS supplied with the
washer.
Are the controls properly set?
Broken drive belt. Call the serviceman.
If Service Is Required . . .
If service is required, contact the
nearest Authorized Kleenmaid
Service Centre.
If you are unable to locate an
authorised service centre or are
unsatisfied with the service
performed on your washer, write
to:
Kleenmaid
P.O. Box 5560
Maroochydore South QLD 4558
When calling or writing about your
washer, PLEASE GIVE THE
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBERS. The model and serial
numbers are located on the
nameplate. The nameplate will be
in the location shown. Please
include a copy of your invoice and
any service receipts you have.
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Automatic Washer Warranty . . .
Domestic Warranty
Full Three Year Warranty
In addition to all statutory rights
which you, the Consumer, have
under all the relevant laws in
respect of this appliance, during
your first five years of ownership
as the original purchaser of the
Kleenmaid washing machine, we
guarantee that any fault caused
by faulty material or
workmanship, becoming apparent
will be rectified free of charge for
parts or labour provided that all
service is performed during
normal working hours by
Kleenmaid or their designated
Agent. Where the washing
machine is installed outside the
normal servicing area of the
above, the Purchaser must pay
the cost of transporting the
appliance to and from the Agent
or the Agent's traveling cost to
and from the Purchaser's home.
Commercial Warranty
Full One Year Warranty
In addition to all statutory rights
which you, the Consumer, have
under all the relevant laws in
respect of this appliance, during
your first one year of ownership
as the purchaser of the
Kleenmaid washing machine, we
guarantee that any fault caused
by faulty material or workmanship
becoming apparent will be
rectified free of charge for parts or
labour provided that all service is
performed during normal working
hours by Kleenmaid or their
designated Agent. Where the
washing machine is installed
outside the normal servicing area
of the above, the Purchaser must
pay the cost of transporting the
appliance to and from the Agent
or the Agent's traveling cost to
and from the Purchaser's home.
What These Warranties Do Not
Cover
We are not responsible for any
damage or malfunction unless
caused by a defect in material or
workmanship. This includes, but
is not limited to, abuse, misuse,
improper installation, and
transportation damage. We are
not responsible for any
consequential damages resulting
from any malfunction.
Additional Limited Parts
Warranty
We will provide a free
replacement gearbox should it fail
as a result of a defect in material
or workmanship during the first 10
years. After the first five years, the
Purchaser pays any transport or
labour charges.
We will replace the stainless steel
tub if it fails as a result of a defect
in material or workmanship during
the first 20 years. After the first
five years, the Purchaser pays
any transport or labour charges.
Additional Limited Parts
Warranty
We will provide a free
replacement part should any of
the washer cabinet parts
(including the top hob, loading lid,
and base) rust from the inside
out, during the first two years of
use. After the first one year, the
Purchaser pays any transport or
labour charges.
We will provide a free
replacement gearbox should it fail
as a result of a defect in material
or workmanship during the first
five years. After the first one year,
the Purchaser pays any transport
or labour charges.
We will replace the stainless steel
tub if it fails as a result of a defect
in material or workmanship during
the first 10 years. After the first
year, the Purchaser pays any
transport or labour charges.
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Information For Handy Reference . .
Kleenmaid
P.O. Box 5560
Maroochydore South QLD 4558
Date Purchased
. .
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Model Number
Dealer's Name
Dealer's Address
Service Agency
Service Agency Address
Record this information and keep your sales slip. Model and serial numbers are located on the nameplate.
Serial Number
Phone Number
Phone Number
Customer Service and Infor mation Freecall:
1-800-072-144
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