Kleenmaid LTKA6 User Manual

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Stacked Washers

and Dryers

Model LTKA6A*N4350

Use and Care Guide

Keep These Instructions for Future Reference.

(If this machine changes ownership, this manual must accompany machine.)

SWD451C

Part No. 802726

December 2006

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Read complete Installation and Operation Instructions before using unit.

The maximum washing load (dry weight) shall not exceed 8.1 kg (18 pounds).

The maximum drying load (dry weight) shall not exceed 9.0 kg (20 pounds).

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or death.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS: – Do not try to light any appliance. – Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. – Clear the room, building or area of all occupants. – Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s

instructions.

– If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

• Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

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IMPORTANT: Purchaser must consult the local gas supplier for suggested instructions to be followed if the dryer user smells gas. The gas utility instructions plus the SAFETY and WARNING note directly above must be posted in a prominent location near the dryer for customer use.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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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Notes

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Table of

Contents

Safety Information.............................................................................. 5

Explanation of Safety Messages........................................................... 5

Important Safety Instructions ............................................................... 5

Washer Use and Care......................................................................... 9

Before Washing .................................................................................... 9

Prepare Wash Load .......................................................................... 9

Sort................................................................................................... 9

Pretreat ............................................................................................. 10

Load Articles.................................................................................... 10

Load Sizes........................................................................................ 10

Water..................................................................................................... 10

Water Level...................................................................................... 10

Water Hardness................................................................................ 10

Iron................................................................................................... 11

Energy .............................................................................................. 11

Washing Special Items ......................................................................... 12

Common Washer Sounds .................................................................... 12

Washing Concerns................................................................................ 13

Laundry Tips......................................................................................... 14

Special Care .......................................................................................... 15

Starching .......................................................................................... 15

Knits................................................................................................. 15

Permanent Press ............................................................................... 15

Stain Removal....................................................................................... 16

Washer Operation .............................................................................. 19

Determine Proper Cycle ....................................................................... 19

To Wash Clothes.............................................................................. 20

To Change Cycles ............................................................................ 21

To Pump Out Water After Aborting Cycle...................................... 22

DOOR Light..................................................................................... 22

WASH Light .................................................................................... 22

RINSE Light .................................................................................... 22

FINAL SPIN Light .......................................................................... 22

HEATER Light (Red Light) ............................................................ 22

Out of Balance Load ........................................................................ 22

Available Washing Cycles............................................................... 23

Using Your Dispenser Drawer.............................................................. 25

Detergent Compartment................................................................... 25

Liquid Bleach Compartment............................................................ 25

Fabric Softener Compartment.......................................................... 25

Available Water Temperatures ............................................................. 26

Dryer Use and Care ............................................................................ 27

Before Drying ....................................................................................... 27

Energy Saving Tips.......................................................................... 27

Helps and Hints................................................................................ 27

Sort................................................................................................... 28

Load ................................................................................................. 28

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Drying Special Items ............................................................................ 29

Dryer Operation.................................................................................. 33

Available Drying Cycles....................................................................... 33

AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE Cycle............................... 33

TIME DRY Cycle ............................................................................ 33

AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS Cycle .................... 33

To Dry Clothes ..................................................................................... 34

Drying Rack ..................................................................................... 35

Motor Overload Protector ................................................................ 35

Lint Filter ......................................................................................... 36

Maintenance ........................................................................................ 37

User Maintenance ................................................................................. 37

Lubrication....................................................................................... 37

Cold Weather Care........................................................................... 37

Vacations and Extended Non-Use ................................................... 37

Care of Your Washer ....................................................................... 37

Replacing Hoses ................................................................................... 37

Filter Screens ........................................................................................ 37

Care of Your Dryer .......................................................................... 37

Exhaust System................................................................................ 38

Reinstallation of Shipping Materials .................................................... 38

Before You Call for Service ................................................................. 39

If Service Is Required ........................................................................... 40

Automatic Stacked Washer and Dryer Warranty ................................. 41

Domestic Warranty .......................................................................... 41

Commercial Warranty...................................................................... 41

Information for Handy Reference......................................................... 42

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Safety Information

Explanation of Safety Messages

Throughout this manual and on machine decals, you will find precautionary statements (“DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION”) followed by specific instructions. These precautions are intended for the personal safety of the operator, user, servicer, and those maintaining the machine.

DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will cause severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could cause severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may cause minor or moderate personal injury or property damage.

Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT” and “NOTE”) are followed by specific instructions.

IMPORTANT: The word “IMPORTANT” is used to inform the reader of specific procedures where minor machine damage will occur if the procedure is not followed.

NOTE: The word “NOTE” is used to communicate installation, operation, maintenance or servicing information that is important but not hazard related.

Important Safety Instructions

Save These Instructions

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your stacked washer and dryer, follow these basic precautions.

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1. Read all instructions before using the unit.

2. Refer to the EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS in the INSTALLATION manual for the proper earthing of the unit.

3. Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. Highly flammable substances commonly used in domestic environments include acetone, denatured alcohol, petrol/gasoline, kerosene, spot removers (some brands), turpentine, waxes and wax removers. This appliance shall not be used to dry off solvents or dry-cleaning fluids.

4. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine or combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. The gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

5. Do not allow children to play on or in the unit. This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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6. Before the unit is removed from service or discarded, remove the doors to the washing and drying compartments.

7. Do not reach into the washer or dryer if the cylinders are revolving.

8. Do not install or store the unit where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

9. Do not tamper with the controls.

10. Do not repair or replace any part of the unit, or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the User-Maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

11. 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.

12. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.

13. To reduce the risk of an electric shock or fire, DO NOT use an adapter to connect the unit to the electrical power source.

14. To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT DRY plastics or articles containing foam rubber (also known as latex foam) or similarly textured rubberlike materials. Foam rubber materials can, when heated, produce fire by spontaneous combustion.

15. ALWAYS clean the lint filter after every load. A layer of lint in the filter reduces drying efficiency and prolongs drying time.

16. Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding area free from the accumulation of lint, dust and dirt.

17. The interior of the dryer and the exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.

19. Washer and dryer will not operate with the loading door open. DO NOT bypass the door safety switches by permitting the washer or dryer to operate with the doors open. The washer and dryer will stop tumbling when the doors are opened. Do not use the washer or dryer if they do not stop tumbling when the doors are opened or start tumbling without pressing the START mechanisms. Remove the unit from use and call the service person.

20. Do not put articles soiled with vegetable or cooking oil in the washer or dryer. Due to the oil, the fabric may catch on fire by itself. Oil-affected items can ignite spontaneously, especially when exposed to heat sources such as in a tumble dryer. The items become warm, creating an oxidation reaction in the oil. Oxidation creates heat. If the heat cannot escape, the items can become hot enough to catch fire. Piling, stacking or storing oil-affected items can prevent heat from escaping and so create a fire hazard.

If it is unavoidable that fabrics contain vegetable or cooking oil or have been contaminated by hair care products be placed in a tumble dryer, they should first be washed in hot water with extra detergent – this will reduce, but not eliminate, the hazard. The “cool down” cycle of tumble dryers should be used to reduce the temperature of the items. They should not be removed from the tumble dryer or piled or stacked while hot.

21. To reduce the risk of fire, DO NOT put clothes which have traces of any flammable substances such as machine oil, flammable chemicals, thinner, etc., or anything containing wax or chemicals such as in mops and cleaning cloths, or anything dry-cleaned at home with a drycleaning solvent in the dryer.

22. Use your washer only for its intended purpose, washing clothes.

23. Use the dryer only for its intended purpose, drying clothes.

18. If not installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions or if there is damage to or mishandling of this product’s components, use of this product could expose you to substances in the fuel or from fuel combustion which can cause death or serious illness.

24. Always disconnect the electrical power to the washer and dryer before attempting service to either unit. Disconnect the power cords by grasping the plug, not the cord.

25. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with a special cord or assembly by a suitably qualified service agent.

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Safety Information

26. Install this unit according to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. All connections for water, drain, electrical power, earthing and gas supply must comply with local codes and be made by licensed personnel when required. Do not do it yourself unless you know how!

27. Keep your unit in good condition. Bumping or dropping the unit can damage safety features. If this occurs, have your unit checked by a qualified service person.

28. Remove laundry immediately after the dryer stops.

29. Always read and follow manufacturer’s instructions on packages of laundry and cleaning aids. Heed all warnings or precautions. To reduce the risk of poisoning or chemical burns, keep them out of reach of children at all times (preferably in a locked cabinet).

30. Do not tumble fiberglass curtains and draperies unless the label says it can be done. If they are dried, wipe out the cylinder with a damp cloth to remove particles of fiberglass.

31. Be sure water connections have a shut-off valve and that fill hose connections are tight. CLOSE the shut-off valves at the end of each wash day.

32. ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment manufacturer.

33. Never operate the unit with any guards and/or panels removed.

34. DO NOT operate the unit with missing or broken parts.

35. DO NOT bypass any safety devices.

36. Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this machine according to the manufacturer’s instructions may result in conditions which can produce bodily injury and/or property damage.

37. Do not operate washer and dryer if the units have been separated.

38. The tumble dryer is intended only for drying textile material washed in water.

39. If this appliance is supplied from a cord extension set or an electrical portable outlet device, the cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture.

40. Undergarments that contain metal reinforcements should not be placed in a tumble dryer.

Damage to the tumble dryer can result if metal reinforcements come loose during drying. When available, a drying rack could be used for such items.

41. Plastic articles such as shower caps or babies’ waterproof napkin covers should not be placed in a tumble dryer.

42. Rubber-backed articles, clothes fitted with foam rubber pads, pillows, galoshes and rubber-coated tennis shoes should not be placed in a tumble dryer.

IMPORTANT: Solvent vapors from dry-cleaning machines create acids when drawn through the heater of the drying unit. These acids are corrosive to the dryer as well as to the laundry load being dried. Be sure make-up air is free of solvent vapors.

IMPORTANT: Have your unit installed properly. Don’t do it yourself unless you know how!

NOTE: The WARNINGS and IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating the dryer.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or the manufacturer about any problems or conditions you do not understand.

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Notes

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Washer Use and Care

Before Washing

Prepare Wash Load

Empty Pockets and Cuffs

Make sure all pockets are empty and turn them inside out. One bobby pin, metal or plastic toy, support wires from bras (recommended to be washed in a garment bag), nail or sharp object in a load can catch laundry and cause tears or damage the machine. Facial tissue left in a pocket will produce extreme “lint.” A crayon or lipstick in a wash load may cause stains that cannot be removed. Roll down cuffs and shake out grass, sand, and gravel.

Mend Rips and Tears

Little holes can become bigger in the washer. Mend holes and tears before placing garments in the washer.

Close Zipper and Fasten Hooks

These can catch on garments in a wash load and tear them. Tie belts and sashes so they won’t wind around clothes.

Put Small Items In Bag

Small items such as baby socks may get stuck around the door. Put them inside a mesh garment bag.

2. Sort by fabric and construction.

COTTONS AND

LINENS

SYNTHETICS, BLENDS

& POLY KNITS

Figure 2

PERMANENT

3. Sort by care label.

COLD

HOT

PRESS

DELICATES

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WARM

Remove Nonwashable Trim

Check for colourfastness by squeezing a portion of garment in warm or hot sudsy water. If the colour bleeds or runs, wash the item separately in cold water.

Sort

Proper sorting is easy if you follow a few guidelines:

1. Sort by colour.

WHITES

LIGHTS

Figure 1

DARKS

NON-COLOURFAST

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Figure 3

4. Sort by type and amount of soil.

Children’s play clothes, as well as work clothes, will need extra treatment. Lightly soiled clothes can become dingy if washed with heavily soiled items.

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Pretreat

Pretreat shirt collars and cuffs with a pre-wash product or liquid detergent when placing them in the washer. Before washing, treat special stains with bar soap, liquid detergent or a paste of water and granular detergent. Use a pretreat soil and stain remover.

Load Articles

Load items by the amount of space they take up, not by their weight. Mix large and small items in a load to get the best washing results.

Load items loosely into the wash drum. The bulk of the clothes rather than the weight will determine load size.

Load Sizes

Load sizes vary. Small and large items should be washed together to create a balanced load. If washing a large item, two bath towels should be added to even the load. Smaller loads can create an unbalanced condition and cause premature wear on the washer. Do not hesitate to fill the entire inner drum of the washer. The load will compress a great deal when wet. This allows room for proper tumbling.

Water

Water Level

The washer will automatically adjust the water level to the type and size of the load during any fill.

Water Hardness

SOFT WATER

0 to 10 milligrams per litre

MODERATELY HARD WATER

300 milligrams per litre

HARD WATER

500 milligrams per litre

VERY HARD WATER

Over 500 milligrams per litre

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Water hardness is measured in grains per gallon (G.P.G.) or parts per million (P.P.M.). Hard water will not remove soil as well as soft water and can result in grey, dingy laundry. To get clothes clean in hard water, use more detergent but avoid oversudsing. Do not use soap.

Hard Water May Be Softened By:

1. A mechanical water softener installed in your home.

2. The use of a packaged non-precipitating water conditioner.

Soft Water

Water should be soft enough to allow soaps and detergents to remove soil effectively. Clothes will be whiter and brighter when washed and rinsed in soft water.

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Iron

If iron is present in the water, the clothes may become an all-over yellow or they may be stained with brown or orange spots or streaks. Iron is not always visible in the water.

Solutions to Iron Problems

The installation of a water softener will remove small amounts of iron from the water supply. The installation of an iron filter may be necessary for more severe cases. If the iron comes from the pipes, it may be sufficient just to let the water run into the empty washer for about one minute. This may help to clear the pipes. Spin this water out of the wash drum before starting the wash.

If iron comes from the water heater, drain the heater occasionally to remove the rust.

Iron with Chlorine Bleach

The use of chlorine bleach with water that contains iron will make the rust discolouration worse. Use an “all fabric” bleach.

Energy

You can save energy when washing by following a few guidelines:

1. Heating water accounts for the greatest energy expense when washing. Save on heating water by using cold rinses.

2. Wash full loads, but do not overload.

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Washing Special Items

NOTE: Always follow manufacturer’s care label instructions.

Bedding ● Warm wash and warm rinse.

● PERMANENT PRESS 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 dry in the dryer if manufacturer says it can be done.

Nappies

Draperies, Curtains, Slip Covers

Pillows (Feather and Down)

Rugs

Slips and Nightgowns

● 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, low-sudsing detergent.

● Shake to remove dust. Remove hooks and close zippers.

● Do not wash sun-damaged draperies and curtains. They 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.

● Do not wash pillows unless they can be dried in the dryer. They may mildew if not

dried completely.

● Use warm wash and low-sudsing detergent.

● Shake before washing. Do not use hot water on rubber-backed rugs.

● Wash two or three rugs to balance the washer.

● Using fabric softener will help eliminate static.

● Wash often using all-purpose detergent, warm or hot water and cold rinse on the

PERMANENT PRESS cycle.

● To keep nylons and polyesters white, wash only with whites and use chlorine bleach

occasionally.

● Use fabric softener to remove static electricity.

Small Items

● Wash small items such as baby socks in a mesh garment bag.

Common Washer Sounds

Sounds Cause

Accelerating This sound is heard during the spin portion of every cycle.

Tap pi ng These sharp sounds may come from metal fasteners, zippers, belt buckles or coins hitting

the wash drum or door glass.

Thumping Washer may be out of balance. Washer is designed to balance the load. If the washer is

severely unbalanced, turn cycle selector knob to OFF and redistribute the load.

Rumbling Washer may not be level. Stop washer and adjust leveling legs. Refer to INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS for details.

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Washing Concerns

on them, use proper washing practices at all times. If you notice that your clothes are not as bright as they

To keep clothes looking white or bright and to prevent a gradual build-up of soil or water hardness minerals

Problem Cause Solution

Grey or Dingy Clothes

Yellowed Clothes Unremoved Soil Skin soil is hard to remove. Check hem edge of sheets and

Too Little or Too Much Detergent Add recommended amount of low-sudsing detergent to

Improper Sorting Wash whites separately. Separate light from heavily soiled

Water Not Hot Enough White clothes will stay whiter with hot wash water. Increase

Clothes Stained from Iron in the Water

should be, take corrective measures immediately.

dispenser drawer before loading clothes. Mild detergents are not suitable for average soil.

items. Clothes can pick up soil from dirty wash water.

temperature.

pillowcases, bottom end of t-shirts, etc. If this portion is white and centre is yellow, the fabric contains unremoved soil. Use sufficient detergent and a hot wash. Chlorine bleach or powdered bleach may be needed.

To test for an iron stain, use a rust remover that is recommended for use with washing machines on a portion of the garment. Follow bottle directions for larger items.

Older Clothes Some white fabrics turn yellow with age and cannot be

whitened.

Clothes Tearing or Damaged

Improper Use of Chlorine Bleach No correction for bleach damaged clothes. Always keep level

at or below maximum in bleach dispenser compartment.

Insufficient Precare Fasten all hooks and zippers. Mend tears. Remove objects

from pockets.

Overloaded Machine Load less laundry into washtub. Wash small items in a wash

garment bag.

Excessive Lint Improper Sorting Fabrics which shed lint should not be washed with fabrics

that receive lint.

Insufficient Detergent Use enough detergent so lint remains suspended in water and

flushed out. Do not oversuds the water.

Mixing Fabric Types Knits and permanent press attract lint. Wash these only with

similar items. Use fabric softener in dispenser drawer.

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Laundry Tips

Laundry Aids Use Comments

Pretreat Products

Detergents/Soaps

Bleaches

Fabric Softeners

● Use a pretreating agent and soak overnight to remove

stains and soils.

● Always follow manufacturer’s instructions with any

pretreatment product.

● Use low-sudsing detergent (recommended for high

efficiency or front loading washers) in your washer.

● When using detergents made for topload washers, use

1/2 of the recommended amount to prevent oversudsing. Using these detergents may decrease cleaning performance.

● Use to remove certain stains, disinfect, and keep

clothes white.

● Do not use powdered bleach in the bleach dispenser

compartments. Powdered bleach can be used in the detergent compartment only.

● Use liquid bleach in the proper dispenser compartment

only. Do not add bleach to the wash load.

● Follow directions on care label of garment.

● Do not use bleach as a substitute for detergent.

● Use to soften clothes and remove static electricity

from permanent press knits and other fabrics of manufactured fibres.

● Add to the fabric softener dispenser compartment.

Follow bottle directions carefully.

● Do not use a pretreating agent with

chlorine bleach.

● Do not use pretreaters around the

washer or dryer control panel. They may harm the finish or panel markings.

● Soap and powdered detergents will

not give good washing results in hard water. Soap in hard water will form sticky deposits.

● We do not recommend the use of

powdered soap when washing in cold water.

● Always measure the bleach. Never

exceed maximum level on bleach dispenser.

● Never use chlorine bleach and

ammonia in the same wash cycle.

● Add powdered bleach along with

the detergent.

● Do not add fabric softener directly

to load. Use fabric softener dispenser.

● Do not mix with detergent or

bleach.

● Do not fill past maximum level on

dispenser compartment.

Water Conditioners

Non-precipitating Type

Precipitating Type

● These products soften water by tying up the hardness

minerals and are recommended if using soap when water is over three grains hard.

● These products settle out hardness minerals by

converting them into particles that will not dissolve in the water.

● Use water conditioner when

necessary.

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Special Care

Starching

We do not recommend starching in this washer.

Knits

A variety of knits are used for many types of clothing and household furnishings. Many knits are machine washable, some are hand washable, and some must be dry-cleaned. When buying, make sure the garment has a care label with care instructions. These directions must be followed. Some knits are stretched during their manufacture and may shrink or relax when exposed to water.

Cotton Knits

Unless the label indicates that it is preshrunk, cotton knits will probably shrink to some degree. Overdrying contributes to shrinkage of cotton knits. Wash water should be hot or warm, suitable for colour and soil. The rinse water should be cold.

Rayon Knits

Rayon stretches and shrinks easily. Treat as a delicate fabric and wash gently.

Synthetic Fibre Knits

Knits made from synthetic fibres or blends containing a high percentage of synthetics will generally keep their shape. When buying, make sure the trimmings (including belts) are machine washable, seams are not puckered, and zippers and trimmings are well fastened.

Knits of Manufactured Fibres

In general, follow the rules for permanent press fabrics as they tend to have the same characteristics. Set machine to PERMANENT PRESS cycle. Set the wash water warm, or suitable for colour and soil. Rinse water should be cold. Do not wash with lint-shedding fabrics. Separate items for colour, washing whites separately.

Sweaters of Manufactured Fibres

Follow directions for comparable knits. Button sweaters and turn inside out. The ribbon behind the buttons and button holes may shrink. Stretch to shape after washing. Orlon sweaters may stretch. Avoid pulling them when wet. Dry items in dryer.

Woollens

The Delicate cycle on your Kleenmaid is specially designed for machine washable woollens. Follow these guidelines for woollens.

● Check the care label on all garments – follow its

instructions. Never wash woollens in your machine if they don’t have a MACHINE WASHABLE label.

● Select the DELICATE cycle, set water level to

LARGE and WASH/RINSE temperature to WARM/WARM. Don’t overload – woollens (in particular) need freedom to tumble in plenty of water.

● Choose a mild detergent recommended for

washing wool.

● Dry woollens by lying them flat on a towel. Ease

them back into original shape and size while still wet. Avoid direct sunlight.

Delicates

The Kleenmaid Delicate cycle pauses frequently to avoid tangling fine and delicate garments. Nonetheless, it is recommended that you take the extra care of placing your most delicate items (e.g. lace) inside a washing bag.

Permanent Press

Permanent or durable press garments and household items will usually not need pressing when washed and dried properly. However, some will be more wrinkle resistant than others.

The care needed for permanent press is a little different than for cottons. Permanent press garments will soften or become pliable when heated. This softening in warm or hot wash water will allow wear wrinkles to be removed. This will also cause the fabric to wrinkle if it is crushed, squeezed or spun when hot.

Permanent press cycles of washers, when washer controls are properly set, will cool the clothes before the wash spin to avoid wrinkling. Because the clothes soften when heated, it is important to remove them from the washer as soon as tumbling stops.

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How to Wash Permanent Press

1. Sort loads correctly. Refer to Before Washing

section.

2. Do not wash with lint-shedding loads. Permanent press attracts lint in the wash water.

3. Pretreat grease stains and oily areas. This is especially important for shirt collars and cuffs. Rub liquid detergent or a paste of detergent into the area.

4. Use the PERMANENT PRESS cycle, hot or warm water, cold rinse, and sufficient detergent.

5. Use fabric softener in the dispenser. This will reduce the static electricity which attracts lint and makes garments cling.

To Dry Permanent Press

For best results, permanent press should be dried in the dryer. Refer to garment care labels. Ironing may be necessary. Use low heat setting on iron or steam setting on a steam iron.

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 proteinbased stains. Use cold or warm water on these before washing in hot water.

WARNING

Never put highly flammable substances like gasoline, kerosene, waxes, cooking oils, dry-cleaning solvents, 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 serious 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 coinoperated dry-cleaning unit, or by a professional dry-cleaner.

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Stain Treatment

Adhesive Tape Place face down on paper towels and sponge with a dry-cleaning solvent (refer to

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.

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Stain Treatment

Candle Wax 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 drycleaning solvent (refer to WARNING on previous page). Let dry, launder. If traces of colour remain, launder with a commercial colour remover (Rit, Putnam, etc.) or if safe for the fabric, hot water and chlorine bleach.

Catsup, Tomato-based Products

Scrape off excess. Soak in cold water 30 minutes. Rub detergent into the stain and if safe for fabric, launder in 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 remain, launder in hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).

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 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.

Deodorants and Anti-perspirants

Some of these products contain substances that can change the colour of 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, etc.) 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 (refer to

WARNING on previous page). 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 (refer to WARNING on previous page). 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.

Lipstick Place on paper towel and sponge with cleaning fluid (refer to WARNING on previous

page). 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.

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Stain Treatment

Milk and Milk Products Soak in cold water. Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).

Sponge with a cleaning fluid (refer to WARNING on page 14), if a stain is noticeable. Rewash.

Miscellaneous Eye and Face Make-up, Tar, Gravy, Felt-tip Marker, Pitch, Typewriter Ribbon

Place stain side down on paper towel and sponge with dry-cleaning fluid (refer to WARNING on page 14). Apply dry spotter (one part mineral water and eight parts dry-cleaning solvent). Tap on the stain with a spoon to loosen it. Keep stain moist with dry spotter and blot occasionally with toweling. Continue until stain 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).

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 and 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).

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.

Vo mi t 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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Washer Operation

Figure 5

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Determine Proper Cycle

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating your washer.

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NOTE: Always follow manufacturer’s care labels.

NOTE: The cycle times may be longer if a BOOSTED HOT wash is selected.

REGULAR Cycle

Use for sturdy items, like play or work clothes, towels, T-shirts, etc. This cycle includes a wash tumble for 24 minutes. The cycle has two rinses with an optional third rinse. The final spin starts with a two-minute medium spin and finishes with a three-minute high spin. The total cycle time is approximately 44 minutes without the extra rinse.

PERMANENT PRESS Cycle

DELICATE Cycle

Wash delicate items usually washed by hand on this cycle. The cycle includes a wash tumble of 12 minutes. The cycle has two rinses with an optional third rinse. The final spin extracts moisture at a low spin for four minutes. The total cycle time is approximately 30 minutes without the extra rinse.

RINSE & SPIN Cycle

Use to quickly rinse items. The rinse is followed by a high spin. The total cycle time is approximately 12 minutes.

NOTE: In some cases, the RINSE & SPIN cycle may not be enough to completely remove soap. In these cases, an additional RINSE & SPIN setting may be necessary.

SPIN ONLY Cycle

Use to extract water from wet items. This cycle uses the high spin. The total cycle time is approximately 10 minutes.

Use for permanent press items and synthetics. This cycle includes a wash tumble of 20 minutes. The cycle has two rinses with an optional third rinse. The final spin starts with a three-minute medium spin and finishes with a two-minute high spin. The total cycle time is approximately 40 minutes without the extra rinse.

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Washer Operation

To Wash Clothes

IMPORTANT: Before using your new washer, make sure the washer cord is plugged into a 240 Volt electrical outlet that has the proper earthing and polarity. Make sure the washer hoses are connected to the hot and cold water faucets, and that the faucets are turned on. Be sure the drain hose is not kinked and is inserted into a drain. Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details of proper washer installation.

IMPORTANT: Prior to first wash, use an allpurpose cleaner, or a detergent and water solution, and a damp cloth to remove shipping dust from inside of washtub.

IMPORTANT: Remove all sharp objects from laundry to avoid tears and rips to items during normal machine operation.

1. Get the clothes ready for washing. Empty pockets and cuffs. Sort items into separate loads. Pretreat stains and heavily soiled areas.

3. Load clothes into wash drum (8.1 kg maximum

dry clothes load). Refer to section on Load Sizes.

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Figure 8

4. Close the loading door tightly. The washer will not operate with the loading door open.

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Figure 6

2. Measure and add low sudsing detergent, fabric

softener, and bleach to the dispenser drawer. Refer to section on Using Your Dispenser Drawer.

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Figure 7

IMPORTANT: If using detergents made for topload washers, avoid oversudsing by using only 1/4 cup regular detergent (1/2 of the recommended amount).

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Figure 9

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury, do not bypass the loading door switch by permitting the washer to tumble or spin with the loading door open.

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5. Set WASH/RINSE temperatures.

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Figure 10

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There are five WASH/RINSE temperatures available – BOOSTED HOT WASH/COLD RINSE, HOT WASH/ COLD RINSE, WARM WASH/COLD RINSE, WARM WASH/WARM RINSE, and COLD WASH/ COLD RINSE.

The ENERGY SAVER settings, marked with a dot (•), show which temperature settings will use the least energy.

Refer to the Available Water Temperatures section for the temperature that works best for your garments.

WARNING

Window may be hot in the Boosted Hot and Hot wash cycles.

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6. Select EXTRA RINSE if desired.

8. Press and hold the START button for two seconds to start the washer. The DOOR light will come on after a short delay, water fill will begin, and wash drum will begin tumbling.

NOTE: Washer door MUST be closed tightly to start washer.

If items need to be added or removed after a cycle has started, turn the Cycle Selector knob to the OFF position. Wait until the DOOR light goes off (approximately 45 seconds after cycle has been stopped), open door, add or remove items, and start the cycle again.

There is no agitator on this washer. Instead, the clothing gently tumbles through the water. The wash action consists of a period of tumbling in one direction, a brief pause, and then a reverse tumble in the opposite direction. The pauses are part of the tumble action and add to the uniqueness of the washer. They are part of the cycle.

NOTE: There will be extended pauses when BOOSTED HOT wash is selected because the water is being heated.

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Figure 11

The extra rinse control is useful for detergent sensitive skin. By pressing the EXTRA RINSE to ON, the REGULAR, PERMANENT PRESS, and DELICATE cycles will each provide an additional rinse. If the extra rinse is desired, press the switch to ON. When the extra rinse is not wanted, OFF should be selected.

7. Select the cycle according to the type of fabric being washed. Use the indicator dot on the knob as a guide.

To Change Cycles

If the selected cycle is not the correct cycle for the fabric being washed, you may change the cycle selection at any time until the first wash fill is complete. Once the washer has filled for the first part of the cycle (the wash portion), the current cycle must be aborted and a new cycle must be started.

To change the cycle before the first fill is complete:

Change the cycle selected on the cycle selector switch.

To change the cycle after the first fill is complete and before the first wash is complete:

1. Abort the current cycle by changing the cycle selector switch to the OFF position.

2. Set the WASH/RINSE temperature selector.

3. Set cycle selector.

4. Turn on extra rinse, if desired.

5. Press and hold the START button for two seconds.

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Figure 12

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Washer Operation

To change the cycle after the first wash is complete:

NOTE: This should only be done if the speed of the final extract is incorrect for the fabric being washed. For example, if washing delicate items on the REGULAR cycle, the high speed extract may damage the fabric. If washing towels or jeans on the DELICATE cycle, the lower speed extract would increase drying time.

1. Abort the current cycle by changing the cycle selector switch to the OFF position.

2. Restart the cycle from the beginning. Refer to the To Wash Clothes section.

To Pump Out Water After Aborting Cycle

Run a SPIN ONLY cycle. This cycle will perform a high speed extract operation that will pump all of the water out of the washer.

DOOR Light

When the washer is started, the DOOR light will come on after a short delay. The light will turn off approximately 45 seconds after the cycle is complete.

RINSE Light

This light comes on for the rinse portion of each cycle.

FINAL SPIN Light

This light comes on while the wash load is in the final spin of the cycle.

HEATER Light (Red Light)

This light comes on during the BOOSTED HOT setting only. While the washer is heating, the HEATER light will turn on.

Out of Balance Load

If at the end of the cycle, the load is dripping wet, the washer has limited the spin speed. This is to prevent damage to the unit if there is a severely unbalanced load.

If this condition occurs, redistribute the load manually and run a RINSE & SPIN cycle.

If the condition persists, consider steps discussed in the section Loading the Washer.

WASH Light

This light comes on during the wash part of each cycle.

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Available Washing Cycles

The cycles of your washer include several different settings. Refer to Tabl e 1 for what can be expected during the cycles that you select.

Regular Cycle

Activity Water Temperatures

Was h Fill & Tumble Boosted Hot, Hot, Warm or Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Rinse Fill & Tumble Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Extra Rinse (Optional) Fill & Tumble Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Final Rinse Fill & Tumble Warm or Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Spin Medium Spin (650 rpm)

Final Spin High Spin (1000 rpm)

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Fluff Tumble

Permanent Press Cycle

Activity Water Temperatures

Was h Fill & Tumble Boosted Hot, Hot, Warm or Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Rinse Fill & Tumble Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Extra Rinse (Optional) Fill & Tumble Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Final Rinse Fill & Tumble Warm or Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Spin Medium Spin (650 rpm)

Final Spin High Spin (1000 rpm)

Fluff Tumble

Table 1 (Continued)

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Table 1 (Continued)

Delicate Cycle

Activity Water Temperatures

Was h Fill & Tumble Boosted Hot, Hot, Warm or Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Rinse Fill & Tumble Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Extra Rinse (Optional) Fill & Tumble Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Final Rinse Fill & Tumble Warm or Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Final Spin Low Spin (500 rpm)

Fluff Tumble

Rinse & Spin Cycle

Activity Water Temperatures

Rinse Fill & Tumble Warm or Cold

Spin Pulse Spin

Spin Medium Spin (650 rpm)

Final Spin High Spin (1000 rpm)

Fluff Tumble

NOTE: The Rinse setting will give a cold rinse when the optional Extra Rinse is selected.

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Washer Operation

Using Your Dispenser Drawer

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1 Detergent

2 Bleach

3 Fabric Softener

Figure 13

Detergent Compartment

The detergent compartment is located on the right side of the dispenser drawer. Refer to compartment 1 of Figure 13.

Use low sudsing powdered or liquid detergents that are recommended for use with high efficiency or front loading washers. Powdered bleach can also be used in the dispenser along with the detergent.

NOTE: If using detergents made for topload washers, avoid oversudsing by using 1/2 of the recommended amount.

When adding detergent, use only the recommended amount. Adding too much detergent or using regular sudsing detergent could result in an oversudsing condition, which would require additional rinsing with cold water. Use care when adding detergent so as not to spill into the other compartments. Detergent mixed with fabric softener can make the softener gummy.

NOTE: The normal level of suds should be below center of the door.

Liquid Bleach Compartment

The bleach compartment is located in the left front corner of the dispenser drawer. Refer to compartment 2 of Figure 13. It has been designed to prevent the dispensing of undiluted bleach onto the clothes load.

Use liquid bleach in the dispenser. Powdered bleach

must not be used in this compartment. Powdered bleach can be used in the detergent compartment only and can be added along with the detergent.

DO NOT use more than the maximum level indicated for the bleach compartment. Adding more

than the maximum amount could result in early dispensing of the product and possible damage to fabrics.

Carefully pour recommended amount of bleach into the compartment before starting wash load.

Be careful not to spill undiluted bleach. It is a strong chemical and can damage some fabrics if it is not properly diluted. Follow bleach manufacturer’s label for proper use.

Carefully close dispenser door. Do not allow bleach to spill into other compartments.

Fabric Softener Compartment

The fabric softener compartment is located in the left rear corner of the dispenser drawer. Refer to compartment 3 of Figure 13.

Use no more than the maximum level indicated for the fabric softener compartment. Adding more than the maximum amount could result in early dispensing of the product and possible staining of fabrics.

Add fabric softener to compartment before beginning washload. The fabric softener will be dispensed during the last rinse cycle.

Carefully close dispenser door. Do not allow softener to spill into other compartments.

To Clean the Dispenser

Remove the dispenser drawer from the washer by firmly pulling the drawer straight out, past the stop position. Rinse dispenser drawer in hot water. A small brush may be used to thoroughly clean out any residue. After cleaning, reinstall the dispenser drawer.

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From time to time, water may be discovered in the dispenser drawer. This condition is normal. To remove the water, simply remove the dispenser drawer and pour out the water.

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Washer Operation

Available Water Temperatures

The Boosted Hot Wash will boost the water temperature in the tub to 60°C (140°F) and is useful for improved cleaning of some loads. The red HEATING light will light up when heating. The cycle will not advance until 60°C (140°F) has been reached. The time needed to reach this temperature may add an additional 30 to 60 minutes to the cycle time. Hot water is the most effective for cleaning but it is not recommended for all fabric types (read labels).

NOTE: The Boosted Hot Wash can be turned off by changing the cycle selector knob to OFF and restarting a cycle with a different water temperature setting.

The Hot Wash temperature is determined by the actual temperature of the hot water supplied to the washer. The heater element will not be on.

Boosted Hot

Approxmiately 60°C (140°F)

The Warm Wash is useful for providing a thorough cleaning on lightly soiled clothing without damaging fabric or adding to colour fading.

The Warm Rinse is useful in preventing wrinkles on certain fabrics. Check labels for fabric manufacturer’s recommendations.

The Cold Wash is ideal for delicate items. Although its cleaning abilities are not as great as with hot or warm water, it is useful for colours that bleed easily and for sensitive fabrics.

The Cold Rinse is optional in every cycle and is the most beneficial for fabrics. Cold rinses reduce

wrinkling and colour fading. In addition, cold rinses will save money and energy.

NOTE: Always follow manufacturer’s care labels.

● Sturdy whites and colourfast items.

● Work clothes.

● Heavily soiled items.

● Nappies.

Hot

Approximately 49°C (120°F)

(or as determined by outside hot water supply)

Warm

Approximately 38°C (100°F)

Cold

Approximately 18°C (65°F)

● Sturdy whites and colourfast items.

● Work clothes.

● Soiled items.

● Nappies.

● Light and moderately soiled items.

● Non-colourfast or dark colours.

● Permanent press.

● Silks, woolens, nylon, acrylic.

● Rinsing of some items.

● Non-colourfast items.

● Extra sensitive clothing.

● Rinsing of most items.

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Dryer Use and Care

Before Drying

Energy Saving Tips

● Make sure the lint filter is always clean.

● Do not overload the dryer.

● Do not overdry items.

● Remove items to be ironed while still damp.

● Large loads of similar fabrics dry the most

efficiently. However, dry permanent press in smaller loads to prevent wrinkling.

● Use the correct cycle for the type of fabric being

dried.

● Locate your dryer so the exhaust duct is as short

and straight as possible.

● Do not open the door during the drying cycle.

● Plan to do your laundry on low humidity days;

your clothes will dry faster.

● Dry multiple loads of clothes one right after

another so dryer interior does not have to be reheated for each load.

Helps and Hints

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, serious injury or death, clothes which have traces of any flammable substances such as cooking oil, machine oil, flammable chemicals, thinner, etc. must not be put into the dryer.

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● The necessary suggestions and directions for

installation and proper exhausting are given in the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS which are included with the dryer.

● Static electricity may cause garments of synthetic

fibres (as in lingerie) to cling together, especially if they are overdried. The use of a liquid fabric softener in the rinse water of the washer, or a fabric softener sheet in the dryer, will soften clothes and reduce static electricity.

● Do not wash or dry clothes that shed lint in the

same load with permanent press or knit garments.

● Remove permanent press loads immediately after

dryer stops.

● Follow the CARE LABELS on FLAME

RETARDANT, Scotchgard™, etc., garments for the proper washing and drying.

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Dryer Use and Care

Sort

If you have correctly sorted the items for washing, they should be properly sorted for drying too.

Separate:

Lights

Darks

Lint Shedding

Fabric

Lint Receiving

Fabric

In any kind of drying, lightweight fabrics will dry faster than heavyweight fabrics. If mixed loads are dried together (such as sheets and towels), remove the lighter weight fabrics when they are dry to prevent overdrying and wrinkling. The best method is to dry clothes which require the same time and temperature in the same load.

Load

Do not overload your dryer. If the dryer is overloaded, it could cause discoloration or permanent heat damage to the load. There should be space in the dryer for the clothes to tumble freely. This helps to reduce wrinkles. Large and small pieces together make up loads which will tumble well. Permanent press loads should be smaller to provide room for tumbling. Proper tumbling allows for fewer wrinkles. Figure 15 and Figure 16 show the ideal loads sizes for fabrics. The average load will fill the cylinder one third to half full when wet.

Separate:

No Heat Items

Low Heat Items

High Heat Items

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Figure 14

Towels, flannels, chenille, cottons, rugs, etc., shed lint. Corduroys, knits (including socks), permanent press, and synthetics attract lint.

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CYLINDER WITH WET

COTTONS AND LINENS

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Figure 15

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CYLINDER WITH WET

PERMANENT PRESS

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Figure 16

A load can be too small. Just a few small pieces will not tumble properly. They will take longer to dry and they may be wrinkled. For small loads, add a couple of large towels or non lint shedding items to aid in tumbling.

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Dryer Use and Care

Drying Special Items

Type of Load Special Instructions

Bedspreads Choose heat for fabric. Dry one double or two single spreads. Chenille and tufted

spreads will shed lint and should be dried by themselves. New spreads especially, will contain loose lint. Tumble on NO HEAT setting before washing to remove loose lint. These spreads may be dried completely.

Blankets

Electric

Synthetic Fibres

Thermal Cotton

Wool

Curtains

Cotton

DELICATE or AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector settings. If drying items in dryer is recommended by the manufacturer, dry as for wool. Do not stretch the blanket because of the wiring. Some electric blankets may have an insulation on the the thermostats or on the wiring which will not withstand dryer heat. Do not dryer dry unless the blanket manufacturer says it can be done.

DELICATE or AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector settings. Some of these blankets are fluffy and will shed lint. Tumble on AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting before washing to remove loose lint. Use a gentle wash method, then dry in dryer until just dry. The lint filter may need to be cleaned during the drying.

AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE cycle.

Agitation and tumbling contribute to the shrinkage and felting of wool. We cannot guarantee that wool will not shrink. However, if care is taken and the blanket manufacturer’s instructions are followed, satisfactory results should be obtained. Wash by the soak method with as little agitation as possible. After washing, stretch blanket gently in both directions. Use approximately five dry bath towels and place them between folds in blanket. This will “cushion” it to lessen the tumbling. Set dryer for 20 minutes on the TIME DRY cycle. Use REGULAR Fabric Selector setting, if it is available on your dryer. Check blanket when timer reaches 10. Wool blankets must be removed from the dryer when damp. Stretch gently to shape and finish drying over two clothes lines or in a flat position.

AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE or TIME DRY cycles. Remove damp items for ironing or dry completely, then steam iron.

Fibreglass

Synthetic Fibres

Denim, Corduroy AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE cycle. Dry completely and remove from dryer

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DO NOT DRY IN THE DRYER unless recommended by the manufacturer. Fibreglass may shred. Particles may remain in the dryer and rub off on the next load. This could irritate the skin. “Beta” fibreglass may be dryer dried if recommended by the manufacturer.

DELICATE or AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector settings. Allow room for tumbling to prevent wrinkling. Delicate or sheer curtains must be dried by themselves so they will not be snagged by hooks or crushed by other clothes in the load. Some sheer curtains are heat sensitive. Dry 10 minutes only, plus the cool down period. Remove from dryer immediately and hang. If the dryer has been heated from a previous load, AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting may be sufficient.

when seams are slightly wet to minimize shrinkage.

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Type of Load Special Instructions

Draperies Remove hooks and weights before washing. Choose heat for fabric and allow space in

the dryer for tumbling. Some draperies may be removed when slightly damp and hung immediately. Lined draperies should be dry cleaned because they have a tendency to pucker.

Knit Articles

Cottons

Synthetic Fibres

Wool

Lingerie

Cotton

Elastic

Foam Rubber

Spandex

Stretch Fabrics

Synthetic Fibres

Knit fabrics are usually manufactured under tension (stretching). Cotton knits especially may relax or draw together if every bit of moisture is removed from them. It is best to take them out of the dryer with a trace of moisture remaining, then stretch to shape. If they do shrink from overdrying, rewet them and dry properly.

AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE or TIME DRY cycle. Remove slightly damp to minimize ironing. Reshape, smooth seams and pockets, etc.

AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE or AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/ KNITS cycle. Turn inside out to prevent “pilling” (the rolling up of the fibre ends from friction). Dry sweaters only with similar things because they tend to attract lint. Make sure the load is large enough for tumbling. Dry completely and remove from dryer immediately to minimize wrinkling.

DELICATE or AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector settings. For wool labeled “machine washable,” follow manufacturer’s directions. For other wool, use wool blanket method. Do not dryer dry loosely knit wool or hand knits. Dry these flat and stretch to shape from a pattern drawn before washing.

AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE cycle.

Body oils can cause elastic to deteriorate. Wash garments containing elastic frequently. Elastic in such things as shorts may be dried as for fabric, but avoid overdrying.

Bras, bathing suits, sun suits, etc. DO NOT DRY THESE ITEMS IN THE DRYER WITH HEAT, FIRE MAY RESULT. AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting may be used.

Most girdles (control briefs or shapers) today are made from Spandex. Use DELICATE or AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting. Do not overdry.

Choose heat for the most delicate fibre. These may be dried completely as they will stretch into shape. Avoid drying with lint-shedding fabrics.

TIME DRY cycle. Use DELICATE Fabric Selector setting. Some sheer fabrics, especially sheer knits, can be heat sensitive. Dry these until they are just dry (about 10 minutes) and remove from dryer immediately. Sheer fabrics should not be washed and dried with garments containing hooks or zippers. Man-made fabrics will create static electricity if overdried. To prevent this, use fabric softener and avoid overdrying.

Mattress Pads The materials in mattress pads is made of either cotton or synthetic fibres. Read the

fibre content label, found on your mattress pad, to determine what type of fibre was used to manufacture the pad. READ AND CAREFULLY FOLLOW the fabric care instructions supplied by the mattress pad manufacturer. Some pads made of synthetic fibres are very heat sensitive. These pads can be flammable if overheated or overdried. TO AVOID A FIRE HAZARD, DO NOT OVERDRY mattress pads. Remove pads from the dryer while they are still damp.

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Pillows

Dryer Use and Care

Type of Load Special Instructions

Feather and Down-

Filled

Ticking must be strong and seams secure. If in doubt, sew pillow into a case or use a zippered pillowcase to prevent feathers from coming out. After washing, shake pillow to fluff feathers. Dry one large or two smaller pillows. Use TIME DRY cycle. Use DELICATE or REGULAR/PERM PRESS Fabric Selector settings. Shake and reposition pillows several times during drying. Pillows must be dry in the center to prevent mildew. Drying may take two hours or longer. Reset dryer timer if necessary. The odor of wet feathers is not pleasant. However, the odor will disappear once the pillows dry.

Fibre-Filled (polyester)

Foam Rubber

Follow manufacturer’s directions.

Do not dry in the dryer.

Quilts Choose heat and cycle for fabric. Filling and cover must be completely washable. Old

quilts may be too fragile to machine wash or dry. Quilts filled with cotton may become lumpy. Quilting should be close together. Remove from dryer slightly damp and stretch gently to shape. Quilted articles may shrink if overdried.

Rugs

Cotton With Cotton Backing

Rubber-backed

AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE or TIME DRY cycles. Dry one large or several small rugs. For one small rug only, add towels for buffers.

Hot water and heat tend to deteriorate many types of rubber. Some types of rubber-like materials are flammable under certain conditions. DO NOT DRY FOAM RUBBER AND RUBBER-LIKE MATERIALS WITH HEAT.

Synthetic Fibres

DELICATE or AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector settings. Follow manufacturer’s suggestions. Some of these rugs are heat sensitive and should be removed from the dryer when damp, or dried with no heat.

Slip Covers Choose heat for fabric. Close zippers. Dry one couch cover, two chair covers or five or

six pillow covers at one time. Remove from dryer when slightly damp. Press pleats if necessary and replace on furniture immediately. Stretch fabrics and knits should be dried completely so they will fit snug when replaced on furniture.

Stuffed Animals and Toys Make sure the filling and covering are washable and can be dryer dried. Cotton filling

may become lumpy. Protect glass eyes by covering with a stocking or tie toy into a pillowcase. Choose heat for most sensitive fibre. Dry enough clothes in the load for good tumbling. DO NOT DRY TOYS STUFFED WITH FOAM RUBBER OR KAPOK IN THE DRYER WITH HEAT.

Tennis Shoes DELICATE or AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector settings. Use a drying rack or

tumble with at least four old bath towels.

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Notes

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Available Drying Cycles

WARNING

Dryer Operation

SWD740N

Figure 17

The COOL DOWN period at the end of each cycle provides items a chance to tumble with no heat and cool down to room temperature. This prevents wrinkles from setting if items cannot be cared for immediately.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating the dryer.

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NOTE: Use the automatic cycle for drying items that can be dried with heat. This cycle automatically drys loads to the dryness level selected.

MORE DRY will dry very small loads and some heavy items, such as blue jeans, but will overdry lightweight items, such as sheets and shirts. Overdrying can cause wrinkling, shrinking, excessive lint conditions, and will use more energy than necessary.

LESS DRY, which uses the least energy, will dry large loads and lightweight items, such as sheets and shirts, but might leave other items, such as denim and heavy bath towels, more damp.

To increase energy savings and to make sure loads are dried without overdrying, set your loads on LESS DRY. If items are damp at the end of a cycle, the timer knob needs to be set closer to the MORE DRY setting the next time these loads are dried. If items are overdry at the end of a cycle, the timer knob should be set closer to COOL DOWN when these loads are dried again. Remember the settings that work best to get ideal drying results.

The ENERGY SAVER/DAMP DRY settings, marked with a dot (•), show which settings will use the least energy and will leave items damp for easier ironing.

NOTE: The timer knob will not advance as quickly in the AUTOMATIC cycles as it does in the TIME DRY cycle. The time it takes for the timer to advance depends on the type and size of the load being dried.

AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE Cycle

Use for sturdy items like play or work clothes and also for delicate items. The type of heat is determined by choosing the proper FABRIC SELECTOR option. There are two settings in the AUTOMATIC REGULAR/ DELICATE cycle – MORE DRY and LESS DRY.

TIME DRY Cycle

This cycle will operate dryer for up to 75 minutes. Cottons and heavyweight items dry best between 50 and 75 minutes, and lightweight items dry best between 20 and 40 minutes.

AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS Cycle

Use for permanent press items and synthetics. The type of heat is determined by selecting the proper FABRIC SELECTOR option. There are two settings in the AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle – MORE DRY and LESS DRY.

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Dryer Operation

To Dry Clothes

IMPORTANT: Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS before using dryer.

IMPORTANT: Before using dryer for the first time, use an all-purpose cleaner, or a detergent and water solution, and a damp cloth to remove shipping dust from inside dryer drum.

IMPORTANT: Remove all sharp objects from laundry to avoid tears and rips to items during normal machine operation.

1. Sort items into separate loads.

D305IE1A

Figure 18

2. Remove lint filter cover, clean lint filter and replace cover.

3. Add clothes loosely into dryer drum (9.0 kg maximum dry clothes load). Add fabric softener sheet, if desired.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to dryer, do not use more than one fabric softener sheet per load.

D666IE0A

Figure 20

4. Close loading door. Dryer will not operate with the door open.

Figure 19

D689IE0A

D668IE0A

Figure 21

5. Set FABRIC SELECTOR. Follow garment manufacturer’s care labels for recommended temperature settings.

6. Select timer setting in cycle desired: AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE, TIME DRY, or AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/ KNITS. These cycles control the drying time.

The ENERGY SAVER/DAMP DRY settings, marked with a dot (•), show which dryer settings will use the least energy and will leave items damp for easier ironing.

7. Push timer knob in to start dryer.

NOTE: To stop dryer at any time, open the door or turn timer knob to an OFF position. To restart dryer, close door, reset timer if necessary, and push in the timer knob.

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Dryer Operation

Drying Rack

The drying rack is useful for items that require notumble drying, such as tennis shoes, sweaters, stuffed toys or other delicate items.

The timer knob must be set on a timed cycle to ensure that items dry properly. DO NOT use the automatic cycle.

WARNING

Do not let items hang below or over the sides of the rack. Never tumble items while rack is inside the dryer.

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After articles have been dried, remove dryer rack.

The rack can be installed by placing front pegs of rack onto the inner door frame and snapping rear of rack into back of dryer. Refer to Figure 22.

Motor Overload Protector

The dryer’s motor overload protector stops the motor automatically in the event of an overload. After cooling, the overload protector will reset itself. Dryer can be restarted by pushing the timer knob in. If overload protector cycles again, remove the dryer from use and call the service person to correct the problem.

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Figure 22

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Dryer Operation

Lint Filter

The lint filter is located at the front of the dryer in the lower part of the door opening.

CLEAN THE LINT FILTER BEFORE DRYING EACH LOAD. Remove lint filter cover, clean lint filter and replace cover. Annually remove lint filter and screw to vacuum the duct under it.

IMPORTANT: The lint filter must be in place in the door opening when using dryer or loading and unloading dryer. If the filter is not in place, clothing could fall into the front air duct and get into the exhaust system, causing damage to the motor.

1 Lint Filter

SWD547N

Figure 23

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Maintenance

User Maintenance

Lubrication

All moving parts are sealed in a permanent supply of lubricant or are equipped with oilless bearings. Additional lubrication will not be necessary.

Cold Weather Care

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.

Vacations and Extended Non-Use

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible property damage due to flooding, turn off the water supply to the washer whenever there will be an extended period of non-use.

Care of Your Washer

Use only a damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning the control panel. Some cleaning product sprays may harm the finish on the control panel or damage the interior of the hood.

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.

The wash drum and window will need no particular care although they may need rinsing or wiping after an unusual load has been washed. Outside of door window can be cleaned with household window cleaner.

Cleaning Glass Sealing Area

In order to assure that the door properly seals against water leaks, the following surfaces should be wiped off periodically:

● The outside perimeter of the door glass where the

seal contacts the glass.

● The front surface of the door seal lip.

Replacing Hoses

Hoses and other natural rubber parts deteriorate after extended use. Hoses may develop cracks, blisters or material wear from the temperature and constant high pressure they are subjected to.

All hoses should be checked on a yearly basis for any visible signs of deterioration. Any hose showing the signs of deterioration listed above should be replaced immediately.

Filter Screens

Check the filter screens in the fill hoses for debris or damage annually. Clean or replace them if necessary.

If the washer is filling with water slower than normal, check the filter screens. Clean or replace them if necessary.

Order filter screen from the nearest authorized parts distributor.

Care of Your Dryer

WARNING

To reduce the risk of an electric shock, serious injury or death, disconnect the electrical service to the dryer before cleaning the interior.

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Clean the lint filter before drying each load. The lint filter may be washed if needed. Annually remove lint filter and screw to vacuum the duct under it.

Ordinarily, the dryer cylinder will need no care.

Wipe the dryer 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.

Use only a damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning the control panel. Some spray prewash products may harm the finish on the control panel.

NOTE: The wiring diagram is located inside the control panel.

Usually a mild soap solution will work. If there is an extreme build-up of minerals from a hard water supply, the surfaces may need to be cleaned with a lime removal chemical.

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CAUTION

Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation.

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Maintenance

Exhaust System

The exhaust duct should be inspected after one year of use and cleaned if necessary by a qualified service person to remove any lint build-up. Inspect and clean exhaust duct every one to two years as required thereafter.

The weather hood should be checked frequently to make sure the dampers move freely, dampers are not pushed in and that nothing has been set against them.

Keep dryer area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

NOTE: Verify proper operation after servicing.

CAUTION

Any disassembly requiring the use of tools must be performed by a suitably qualified service person.

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Reinstallation of Shipping Materials

Remove front access panel by removing two screws.

Place the shock sleeves on all four shock absorbers. Refer to Figure 24.

Insert hooked end of shipping brace into the open slot of the motor mount. Attach with bolts and washers. Refer to Figure 24.

Reinstall front access panel.

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1 Shock Sleeves 2 Motor Mount 3 Bolts and Lockwashers 4 Hooked End of Shipping Brace

Figure 24

Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for proper procedures whenever the washer is moved.

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Before You Call for Service

You may save time and money by checking the following:

If the Washer:

Won’t

Fill

Won’t

Start

Won’t

Tumbl e

Won’t

Spin

Won’t

Drain

•

••••

•

••

•

Water Leaks

•

Maintenance

Possible Reason

Be sure power cord is plugged all the way into the electrical outlet.

Close the loading door tightly.

Check the house fuse or circuit breaker.

Turn on the hot and cold water faucets.

Pull timer knob out to start the washer. Check to make sure timer is not set at an OFF position.

Clean the screens in the water mixing valve and the filter screens in the fill hoses.

Are controls properly set?

Broken drive belt. Call the service person.

Make sure door latch is properly adjusted, relative to door lock.

Make sure outside perimeter of the door glass where seal contacts glass is clean.

– Do This to Correct

If the Dryer:

Does

Not

Start

•

Does

Not

Heat

Does Not Dry

Clothes

Satisfactorily

•

(Electric Dryers

Only)

•

••

•

Possible Reason – Do This to Correct

Dryers equipped with power cord – Be sure the power cord is plugged all the way into the electrical outlet.

Close the loading door.

Be sure timer is not in COOL DOWN setting or AIR FLUFF/ NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting.

Push timer knob in to start dryer.

Some homes may have two fuses or circuit breakers for an electric dryer; both fuses or circuit breakers should be checked. Make sure the laundry room fuse(s) isn’t blown or loose, or that the circuit breakers aren’t open. The electric dryer itself does not have an electrical fuse.

Has the motor overload protector cycled? Wait 10 minutes and try again.

Is the timer in a heat setting?

Gas Dryer Only – Check to see if equipment and main gas line valve is turned on.

Check exhaust duct to outside to see if it is kinked, blocked or needs cleaning.

Check weather hood to make sure flapper moves freely, has not been pushed in or has not been blocked.

Automatic Cycle – Adjust to more or less dry setting.

Timed Cycle – Allow more or less time.

Clean the lint filter.

Is the load too small? Small loads may not tumble properly or dry evenly.

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Maintenance

If Service Is Required

If service is required, contact Kleenmaid Customer Care Centre at 1300 652 100.

Kleenmaid P.O. Box 5560 Maroochydore South QLD 4558 or Phone 1300 652 100

When calling or writing about your unit, PLEASE GIVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS. The model and serial numbers are located in one of the four corners of the door well. The door well is the shaded area shown in Figure 25.

Please include a copy of your bill of sale and any service receipts you have.

DRY2077N

Figure 25

WARNING

To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, DO NOT repair or replace any part of the dryer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the usermaintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

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Maintenance

Automatic Stacked Washer and Dryer Warranty

Domestic Warranty

Full Five Year Warranty

In addition to all statutory rights which you, the Consumer, have under all the relevant laws in respect of this appliance, during the first five years of ownership as the original purchaser of the Kleenmaid unit, 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 unit 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.

Additional Limited Parts Warranty – Domestic Appliances

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.

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.

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 unit, 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 unit is installed outside the normal servicing area of the above, the Purchaser must pay the cost of transporting the applicance to and from the Agent or the Agent’s traveling cost to and from the Purchaser’s home.

Additional Limited Parts Warranty – Commercial Appliances

We will provide a free replacement part should any of the washer cabinet parts 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 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.

What These Warranties Do Not Cover

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Maintenance

Information for Handy Reference

Kleenmaid P.O. Box 5560 Maroochydore South QLD 4558

Date Purchased

Model Number Serial Number

Store Name

Store Address Phone Number

Service Agency

Service Agency Address Phone Number

NOTE: Record this information and keep your sales slip. Model and serial numbers are located on the nameplate.

Customer Care Centre

and Information:

1300 652 100

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