Maytag 4GMVWC400, 4KMVWC405, 4KMVWC400 Use & Care Guide

TOP-LOADING HIGH EFFICIENCY

LOW-WATER WASHER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN

DU LAVE-LINGE HAUTE EFFICACITE

A FAIBLE CONSOMMATION D’EAU

AVEC CHARGEMENT PAR LE DESSUS

LAVADORA DE CARGA SUPERIOR Y ALTO RENDIMIENTO,

CON NIVEL BAJO DE AGUA

MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO

Table of Contents

WASHER SAFETY..............................................................	2	CYCLE GUIDE....................................................................	7
SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................	3	USING YOUR WASHER.....................................................	8
WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID?......................................	4	WASHER MAINTENANCE...............................................	11
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES.................................	5	TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................	13

Table des matières

SECURITE DU LAVE-LINGE...........................................	17	GUIDE DES PROGRAMMES...........................................	22
SPECIFICATIONS............................................................	18	UTILISATION DU LAVE-LINGE.......................................	24
QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? .....................	19	ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-LINGE.........................................	27
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTERISTIQUES ....	20	DEPANNAGE....................................................................	29

Índice

SEGURIDAD DE LA LAVADORA.....................................	35	GUÍA DE CICLOS.............................................................	39
ESPECIFICACIONES.......................................................	36	USO DE SU LAVADORA..................................................	41
¿QUÉ HAY DE NUEVO DEBAJO DE LA TAPA?.............	37	MANTENIMIENTO DE LA LAVADORA...........................	44
PANEL DE CONTROL Y CARACTERÍSTICAS...............	38	SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS.........................................	46

Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.

Conçu pour l’utilisation d’un détergent haute efficacité seulement.

Diseñada para utilizar solamente detergentes de HE (Alto rendimiento).

W10801501A	4GMVWC400
	4KMVWC405

4KMVWC400

WASHER SAFETY

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SPECIFICATIONS

These units are sold in multiple regions with different requirements for measuring capacity. Below are a few of the valid forms of measure posted on this product:

Dry Linen Capacity: A weight measure that reflects a maximum load size that can be loaded into the washer.

SASO Capacity: A capacity measure that represents the capacity at which performance testing was completed.

SASO Water Consumption: Water consumption which the manufacturer declares will be used in a specific cycle.

SASO Inlet Valve Water Pressure Specifications: The Max and Min water pressure which the manufacturer declares can be used during SASO testing.

Dry Linen Capacity		SASO Capacity		SASO Water Consumption
15 kg (33 lb)		15 kg (33 lb)		120.0 litres

General Inlet Valve Water Pressure Specifications

Max inlet water pressure	Min inlet water pressure
861,845 Pa	55,158 Pa

SASO Inlet Valve Water Pressure Specifications

Max inlet water pressure	Min inlet water pressure
690 KPa	138 KPa

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WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID?

Cleaning with Less Water

Automatic Load Size Sensing

Washplate

Traditional agitator-style	Washer with low-water
washer	washplate wash system

The most striking difference in your new washer is the low-water washplate wash system. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size—no water level selector is needed.

Once you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will begin the sensing process to determine the correct water level for the load. This may take several minutes before water is added. You will find a step-by-step description in the “Cycle Status Lights” section.

You will hear the motor turn the basket in short pulses to thoroughly wet the load. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to a traditional agitator-style washer.

Choosing the Right Detergent

Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

For best performance, it is recommended to load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.

As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the garments will settle in the basket. This is normal, and does not indicate that more garments should be added.

IMPORTANT: You will not see a washer basket full of water as with your past agitator-style washer. It is normal for some of the load to be above the water line.

Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.

Concentrated Cleaning

Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Rather than diluting detergent as done in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the soils.

Normal Sounds You Can Expect

At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds and noises that are different from those of your previous washer. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of the cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There

will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as the washplate moves the load. And sometimes, you may hear nothing at all, as the washer determines the correct water level for your load or allows time for clothes to soak.

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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

1			2				3			4				5

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1DEEP CLEAN OPTION

This option provides enhanced cleaning action for tough stains. It will add additional agitation and soak time to the cycle.

2TEMPERATURE

Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water.

Select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric and soils being washed. For best results and following the

garment label instructions, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric.

•Warm and hot water will be cooler than what your previous washer provided.

•Even in a cool water wash, some warm water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.

3WASH CYCLE KNOB

Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your washer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions.

4FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED OPTION

This option must be set to “Yes” if using fabric softener.

5EXTRA RINSE OPTION

This option can be used to automatically add a second rinse to most cycles.

6START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON

Press to start the selected cycle; press again to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. Press and hold 3 seconds to cancel a cycle.

NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several minutes to unlock the lid. Press and hold 3 seconds to cancel a cycle.

7CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS

The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers.

SENSING

When the START/Pause/Unlock button is pressed, the washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock

mechanism. You will hear a click, the basket will make a slight turn, and the lid will unlock briefly before locking again.

Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will use short, slow spins to estimate the load size. These sensing spins may take 2 to 3 minutes before water is added to the load and you may hear the hum of these spins. If the sensing light is on, then washer is working properly. You will hear the motor turn the basket in short pulses to thoroughly wet the load. The washer will then move the load briefly, pause to allow water to soak in to the load, and resume adding water. This process may repeat until the correct amount of water has been added for the load. You may also hear water flowing through the dispenser, adding detergent to the load.

NOTE: Avoid opening lid during sensing. The sensing process will start over when the washer is restarted. The sensing light may also come on during the Wash portion of the cycle. This is normal.

WASH

You will hear the motor and washplate moving the load. Unlike traditional washers, the load is not covered with

water. Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Rather than diluting detergent as done in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the

soils. The motor sounds may change at different stages in the cycle. The wash time is determined by the selected soil level.

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RINSE

You will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. Fabric softener will be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was selected. Some cycles will use a spray rinse.

SPIN

The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed.

DONE

Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on. Remove the load promptly for best results.

LID LOCKED

To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on. This light indicates that the lid is locked and cannot be opened.

If you need to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. The lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Press START/ Pause/Unlock again to resume the cycle. Avoid opening the lid during sensing. The sensing process will start over when the washer is restarted.

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CYCLE GUIDE

For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed.

Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Items to wash:	Cycle:	Temperature*:	Spin	Cycle Details:
			Speed**:
Heavily soiled fabrics	Heavy Duty	Hot	High	Provides maximum wash time and action for tough stains
	Heavy	Warm		and soils. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items.
		Cool		Water-level sensing process may take longer for some
		Cold		items than for others because they will absorb more water
				than other fabric types.
Sturdy fabrics, colorfast	Heavy Duty	Hot	High	Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level
items, towels, jeans	Regular	Warm		sensing process may take longer for some items than for
		Cool		others because they will absorb more water than other
		Cold		fabric types.
Large items such as	Normal	Hot	High	Use this cycle for heavily soiled cottons and mixed fabric
sheets, small comforters,	Heavy	Warm		loads. This cycle features a spray rinse.
jackets		Cool
		Cold
Cottons, linens, sheets,	Normal	Hot	High	Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric
and mixed garment loads	Regular	Warm		loads. This cycle features a spray rinse.
		Cool
		Cold
Light weight cotton	Normal	Hot	High	Use this cycle for light weight cottons that are lightly soiled.
and cotton blends	Light	Warm		This cycle features a spray rinse.
		Cool
		Cold
No-iron fabrics, cottons,	Casual	Hot	Low	Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as
perm press, synthetics		Warm		sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent
		Cool		press, and blends.
		Cold
Large items such as	Bulky	Hot	High	Use this cycle to wash large items such as jackets and
sheets, sleeping bags,		Warm		small comforters. The washer will fill with enough water
small comforters, jackets,		Cool		to wet down the load before the wash portion of the cycle
and small washable rugs		Cold		begins, and uses a higher water level than other cycles. Do
				not tightly pack basket.
Machine-wash silks,	Delicate	Hot	Low	Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating
hand-washed fabrics		Warm		“Machine Washable Silks” or “Gentle” cycle on the care
		Cool		label. Place small items in mesh garment bags before
		Cold		washing. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level.
Swimsuits and items	Rinse &	Cold	High	Combines a rinse and high speed spin for loads requiring
requiring rinsing without	Spin			an additional rinse cycle or to complete a load after power
detergent				interruption. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level.
				Also use for loads that require rinsing only.
Dripping wet item or	Drain &	N/A	High	This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for heavy
hand-washed items	Spin			fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Use this
				cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing
				a cycle after a power failure.
No clothes in washer	Clean	Hot	High	Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of
	Washer	Warm		your washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher
		Cool		water level. Use with liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly
		Cold		clean the inside of your washer. This cycle should not be
				interrupted. See “Washer Care.”
				IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the
				washer during the Clean Washer cycle. Use this cycle with
				an empty wash tub.

* All rinses are cold.

** Spin speed is integrated into the cycle and can not be selected.

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USING YOUR WASHER
1. Sort and prepare your laundry	2. Add laundry products

•Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds.

•Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness.

•Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.

•Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics.

•Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into fabric.

•Treat stains promptly.

•Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trim and ornaments.

•Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during washing.

Helpful Tips:

•When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. See “Cycle Guide” for tips and more information on using the Bulky cycle.

•Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.

•Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.

Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your garments.

Add a measured amount of HE detergent or single-dose laundry packet into the basket.

If using Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals, add

to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.

IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance.

NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of laundry products to use.

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3. Load laundry into washer

5. Add fabric softener, if desired

For best performance, load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Try mixing different sized garments to reduce tangling.

IMPORTANT: Garments need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling.

4. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser, if desired

Liquid

Chlorine Bleach

Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 236 mL (1 cup). Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

This washer has been designed to allow the use of a fabric softener dispenser ball, which you will need to purchase. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for correct instructions on how to use the dispenser ball. Then select the Fabric Softener option. The fabric softener dispenser ball will release the fabric softener during the rinse cycle.

IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be set to “Yes” to ensure proper distribution at correct time in cycle. Do not overfill or dilute.

NOTE: Fabric softener dispenser ball may not be available in all regions. Please check with your dealer regarding availability.

Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load

During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, then press the START/Pause/Unlock button to pause the washer. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of liquid fabric softener. Do not use more than the recommended amount. Close the lid and press the START/ Pause/Unlock button again to start the washer.

6. Select cycle

Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle.

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7. Select wash temperature					8. Select cycle options, if desired

Once you select a cycle, select the desire wash temperature by turning the Temperature knob to the desired setting.

Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your garments.

Wash Temp	Suggested Fabrics
Hot
Some cold water is added to save	Whites and pastels
energy. This will be cooler than	Durable garments
your hot water heater setting.	Heavy soils
Warm
Some cold water will be added, so	Bright colors
this will be cooler than what your	Moderate to light soils
previous washer provided.
Cool
Warm water is added to assist in	Colors that bleed
soil removal and to help dissolve	or fade
detergents.	Light soils
Cold
Warm water may be added to	Dark colors that
assist in soil removal and to help	bleed or fade
dissolve detergents.	Light soils

If you would like to add a Deep Clean and/or Extra Rinse option, turn the knob for that feature to ON.

9. Press START/Pause/Unlock

to begin wash cycle

Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the wash cycle. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will light. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.

Unlocking the lid to add garments

If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments:

Press START/Pause/Unlock; the lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to restart the cycle.

If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes the water will pump out automatically.

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WASHER MAINTENANCE

WATER INLET HOSES

Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.

When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker.

WASHER CARE

Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at its Best

1.Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding the amount of detergent to use. Never use more than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.

2.Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate.

3.Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odorcausing residue.

Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer

Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles,

whichever occurs sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise accumulate in your washer.

Cleaning the Inside of the Washer

To keep your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions provided above, and use this recommended monthly cleaning procedure:

Recommended Cycle for Cleaning the Washer

Refer to the “Cycle Guide” for the optimal cycle for cleaning the inside of the washer. Use this cycle with liquid chlorine bleach as described below.

Begin procedure

1.Chlorine Bleach Procedure:

a.Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.

b.Add 236 mL (1 cup) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment.

NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is recommended above could cause washer damage over time.

c.Close the washer lid.

d.Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer when following this procedure.

e.Select the cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of the washer.

f.Press the START/PAUSE/Unlock button to start the cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must be interrupted, press START/PAUSE/Unlock once or twice [depending on model]. After the cycle has stopped, run a RINSE and SPIN cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Cleaning the Dispensers

After a period of using your washer, you may find some residue buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove residue from the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth and towel dry. Do not attempt to remove the dispensers or trim for cleaning. The dispensers and trim are not removable. If your model has a dispenser drawer, however, remove the drawer and clean it before or after you run the Clean Washer cycle. Use an all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.

Cleaning the Outside of the Washer

Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills. Use only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external washer surfaces.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s finish, do not use abrasive products.

VENTILATION AND SUPPLY CORD CARE

Verify that carpet does not obstruct the openings for washers with ventilation openings in the base.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

Operate your washer only when you are home.

If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

1.Unplug or disconnect power to washer.

2.Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge.

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1.Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.Put 1 L (1 qt.) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3.Unplug washer or disconnect power.

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TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

1.Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.

3.Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer.

4.Unplug power cord.

5.Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.

6.Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.

7.Place packing tray from original shipping materials back inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid and place tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in new location.

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving:

1.Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and connect washer.

2.Before using again, run washer through the following recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

1.Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets.

2.Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3.Run washer through BULKY cycle to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use 1/2 the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-size load.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid a service call.

If you experience		Possible Causes	Solution
Vibration or Off-Balance

Check the following for proper installation or see “Using Your Washer” section

Feet may not be in contact with the	Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and
floor and locked.	washer must be level to operate properly.
Washer may not be level.	Check floor for flexing or sagging. If flooring is uneven, a 3/4"
	(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
	See “Level the Washer” in Installation Instructions.
Load could be unbalanced.	Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.
	Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to basket could
	unbalance washer.
	Wash smaller loads to reduce imbalance.
	Do not tightly pack. Avoid washing single items.
	Use Bulky cycle for oversized, non-absorbent items such as
	comforters or poly-filled jackets. See “Cycle Guide”.

Noises

	Clicking or metallic	Objects caught in washer drain	Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins
	noises	system.	could fall between basket and tub or may block pump.
			It may be necessary to call for service to remove items.
			It is normal to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps,
			buckles, or zippers touch against the stainless steel basket.
	Gurgling or humming	Washer may be draining water.	It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound
			with periodic gurgling or surging as final amounts of water are
			removed during the Spin/Drain cycles.
	Humming	Load sensing may be occurring	You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have started
			the washer. This is normal.
	Water Leaks
	Check the following for	Washer not level.	Water may splash off basket if washer is not level.
	proper installation:
		Fill hoses not attached tightly.	Tighten fill-hose connection.
		Fill hose washers.	Make sure all four fill hose flat washers are properly seated.
		Drain hose connection.	Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to
			drainpipe or laundry tub.
			Do not place tape over drain opening.
		Check household plumbing for	Water can back up out of a clogged sink or drainpipe. Check all
		leaks or clogged sink or drain.	household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water
			pipes, and faucets.)
		Washer not loaded properly	Unbalanced loading can cause basket to be out of alignment and
			cause water to splash off tub. See “Using Your Washer” for loading
			instructions.
	Washer not performing as expected
	Not enough water	Load not completely covered	This is normal operation for an HE low-water washer. The load will
	in washer	in water.	not be completely under water. The washer senses load sizes and
			adds correct amount of water for optimal cleaning. See “What’s
			New under the Lid.”
			IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to washer. The added water
			lifts the load off the washplate, resulting in less cleaning.
	Washer won’t run	Check for proper water supply.	Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to inlet valve.
	or fill, washer stops
			Both Hot and Cold water faucets must be turned on.
	working or wash light
	remains on (indicating		Check that inlet valve screens have not become clogged.
	the washer was unable
			Check for any kinks in inlet hoses, which can restrict water flow.
	to fill appropriately)

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid a service call.

If you experience	Possible Causes	Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won’t run	Check proper electrical supply.	Plug power cord into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
or fill, washer stops
		Do not use an extension cord.
working or wash light
remains on (indicating		Ensure there is power to outlet.
the washer was unable
		Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses.
to fill appropriately)
(cont.)		NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
	Normal washer operation.	Lid must be closed for washer to run.
		Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle.
		Do not interrupt cycle.
		Washer may be stopped to reduce suds.
		The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may take 2
		or 3 minutes before water is added. You may hear the hum of the
		spins. This is normal.
	Washer may be tightly packed.	Remove several garments, rearrange load evenly around the
		washplate. Close lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK.
		Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.
		Do not add more water to the washer.
	Not using HE detergent or using	Only use HE detergent. Suds from regular detergents can slow
	too much HE detergent.	or stop the washer. Always measure detergent and following
		detergent directions based on your load requirements.
		To remove suds, cancel cycle. Select RINSE & SPIN. Press START/
		PAUSE/UNLOCK. Do not add more detergent.
Washer not draining/	Small items may have been caught	Empty pockets and use garment bags for small items.
spinning, loads are	in pump or between basket and
still wet	tub, which can slow draining.
	Using cycles with a lower spin	Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than cycles with
	speed.	high spin speeds. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for your
		garment. To remove extra water in the load, select DRAIN & SPIN.
		Load may need to be rearranged to allow even distribution of the
		load in the basket.
	The washer may be tightly	Tightly packed or unbalanced loads may not allow the washer
	packed or unbalanced.	to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. Evenly
		arrange the wet load for balanced spinning. Select DRAIN & SPIN
		to remove excess water. See “Using Your Washer” for loading
		recommendations.
	Check plumbing for correct	Check drain hose for proper installation. Use drain hose form and
	drain hose installation. Drain	securely attach to drainpipe or tub. Do not tape over drain opening.
	hose extends into standpipe	Lower drain hose if the end is higher than 1,25 m (4') above the
	farther than 114 mm (4,5").	floor. Remove any clogs from drain hose.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid a service call.

	If you experience	Possible Causes	Solution
	Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
	Washer not draining/	Too much detergent causing	Use only HE detergent. Always measure and follow detergent directions
	spinning, loads are	suds to slow or stop draining	for your load. To remove extra suds, select RINSE & SPIN. Do not add
	still wet (cont.)	and spinning.	detergent.
	Dry spots on load	High speed spins extract	The high spin speeds combined with air flow during the final spin can cause
	after cycle	more	items near the top of the load to develop dry spots during the final spin.
		moisture than traditional top-	This is normal.
		load washers.
	Incorrect or wrong	Check for proper water	Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed.
	wash or rinse	supply.
			Both hoses must be attached to both washer and faucet, and have both
	temperatures
			hot and cold water flowing to inlet valve.
			Check that inlet valve screens are not clogged.
			Remove any kinks in hoses.
		Energy-saving controlled	Energy Efficent washers use cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than
		wash temperatures.	traditional top-load washers. This includes cooler hot and warm washes.
	Load not rinsed	Check for proper water	Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed.
		supply.
			Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to the inlet valve.
			Both hot and cold water faucets must be on.
			Inlet valve screens on washer may be clogged.
			Remove any kinks in the inlet hose.
		Not using HE detergent or	The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly.
		using too much HE detergent.
			Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly.
			Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on load
			size and soil level.
		Washer may be tightly	The washer is less efficient at rinsing when load is tightly packed.
		packed.
			Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.
			Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.
			Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.
	Sand, pet hair, lint,	Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and	Add an Extra Rinse to the selected cycle.
	etc. on load after	detergent or bleach residues
	washing	may require additional rinsing.
	Load is tangling	Washer not loaded as	See “Using Your Washer” section.
		recommended.
			Select a cycle with a slower wash action and spin speed; however, items
			will be wetter than those using a higher speed spin. See the “Cycle Guide”
			to match your load with the best cycle.
			Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.
			Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the recommended
			cycle for the type of garments being washed.
	Not cleaning or	Wash load not completely	Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of water. This is normal
	removing stains	covered in water.	and necessary for clothes to move.
		Added more water to washer.	Do not add more water to washer. Adding water lifts the garments off the
			washplate, resulting in less effective cleaning.
		Washer not loaded properly.	Washer is less efficient at cleaning when load is tightly packed.
			Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.
			Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.
		Not using HE detergent	The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly.
		or using too much HE
			Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly.
		detergent.
			Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer’s directions based on
			load size and soil level.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid a service call.

If you experience	Possible Causes	Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Not cleaning or	Not using correct cycle for	Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to
removing stains	fabric type.	improve cleaning.
		Use Heavy Duty Heavy and Heavy Duty Regular cycle for tough
		cleaning. See the “Cycle Guide” to match your load with the best
		cycle.
	Not using dispenser or fabric	Use dispenser for chlorine bleach and fabric softener dispenser
	softener dispenser ball.	ball for fabric softener to avoid staining.
		Load dispenser before starting a cycle.
		Do not add products directly onto load.
	Not selecting Fabric Softener	Always select “Yes” when adding fabric softener. Cycles that use
	Added-Yes.	spray rinsing will add additional water for proper fabric softener dis-
		pensing when “Yes” is selected.
Incorrect dispenser	Clogged dispenser.	Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser.
operation
Fabric Damage	Sharp items were in pockets	Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before
	during wash cycle.	washing to avoid snags and tears.
	Strings and straps could have	Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.
	tangled.
	Items may have been damaged	Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
	before washing.
	Fabric damage can occur if the	Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.
	load is tightly packed.
		Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.
		Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.
	Liquid chlorine bleach may	Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up bleach
	have been added incorrectly.	spills.
		Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than
		recommended
		by manufacturer.
		Do not place load items on top of bleach dispenser when loading and
		unloading washer.
	Garment care instructions may	Always read and follow garment manufacturer’s care label instructions.
	not have been followed.	See the “Cycle Guide” to match your load with the best cycle.
Odors	Monthly maintenance not done	Run the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle after every 30 washes. See
	as recommended.	“Washer Care” in “Washer Maintenance.”
		Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete.
	Using wrong or too much	Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always
	detergent.	follow the manufacturer’s directions.
		See “Washer Care” section.
Lid Locked light is on	The lid is not closed.	Close the lid. The washer will not start or fill with the lid open.
	A cycle was stopped or paused	The washer may still be spinning. The lid will not unlock until the
	using the Start/Pause/Unlock	basket has stopped spinning. This may take several minutes if
	button.	washing large loads or heavy fabrics.

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SECURITE DU LAVE-LINGE

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SPECIFICATIONS

Ces appareils sont vendus dans diverses régions aux critères de capacité de mesure différents. Vous trouverez ci-dessous quelques-unes des formes de mesures valables indiquées sur ce produit :

Capacité linge sec : Poids reflétant la taille de charge maximale pouvant être placée dans le lave-linge.

Capacité SASO : Mesure de capacité représentant la capacité à laquelle les tests de performance ont été effectués.

Consommation d’eau SASO : Niveau de consommation d’eau déterminé par le fabricant pour un programme donné.

Spécifications SASO de la pression en eau de l’électrovanne d’arrivée d’eau : La pression d’eau maximale et minimale determinée par le fabricant qui peut être utilisée pendant les tests SASO.

Capacité linge sec		Capacité SASO		Consommation d’eau SASO
15 kg (33 lb)		15 kg (33 lb)		120,0 litres

Spécifications générales de la pression en eau de l’électrovanne d’arrivée d’eau

Pression maximale	Pression minimale
de l’arrivée d’eau	de l’arrivée d’eau
861.845 Pa	55.158 Pa

Spécifications SASO de la pression en eau de l’électrovanne d’arrivée d’eau

Pression maximale	Pression minimale
de l’arrivée d’eau	de l’arrivée d’eau
690 KPa	138 KPa

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QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE?

Nettoyer avec moins d’eau

Plateaude lavage

Lave-linge de type agitateur	Lave-linge à faible consommation
traditionnel	d’eau avec plateau de lavage

Détection automatique de taille de charge

Une fois que l’on démarre le programme, le couvercle se verrouille et le lave-linge entame un processus de détection pour déterminer le niveau d’eau approprié à la charge. Cela peut prendre plusieurs minutes avant que l’eau ne soit ajoutée. Voir la description pas-à-pas dans la section “Témoins lumineux

de programme”.

Vous entendrez le moteur faire tourner le panier par de brefs mouvements d’impulsion pour bien imbiber la charge. Cette méthode de lavage avec faible consommation d’eau utilise moins d’eau et d’énergie qu’un lave-linge traditionnel de type agitateur.

Choix du détergent approprié

La nouveauté la plus remarquable de ce nouveau lave-linge est son système de lavage à faible consommation d’eau avec plateau de lavage. Le lave-linge ajuste automatiquement le niveau d’eau en fonction de la taille de la charge - nul besoin de sélecteur de niveau d’eau.

Utiliser uniquement des détergents Haute efficacité. L’emballage portera la mention “HE” ou “High Efficiency”(haute efficacité). Un lavage avec faible consommation d’eau produit un excès

de mousse avec un détergent non HE ordinaire. Il est probable que l’utilisation d’un détergent ordinaire prolongera la durée des programmes et réduira la performance de rinçage. Ceci peut aussi entraîner des défaillances des composants et une moisissure perceptible. Les détergents HE sont conçus pour produire la quantité de mousse adéquate pour le meilleur rendement. Suivre les recommandations du fabricant pour déterminer la quantité de détergent à utiliser.

Pour un meilleur rendement, il est recommandé de déposer les vêtements en vrac et de façon uniforme le long du plateau de lavage.

À mesure que le lave-linge imbibe et déplace la charge, les vêtements se tassent dans le panier. Ceci est normal et ne signifie pas que l’on doive rajouter des vêtements.

IMPORTANT : Vous ne verrez pas de panier de laveuse rempli d’eau, comme avec votre précédent lave-linge

de type agitateur. Il est normal qu’une partie de la charge dépasse du niveau d’eau.

Utiliser uniquement un détergent Haute efficacité (HE).

Nettoyage concentré

Le système de lavage à faible consommation d’eau signifie un lavage concentré. Plutôt que de diluer du détergent comme dans un lave-linge de type agitateur, ce lave-linge libère le détergent directement sur les endroits souillés.

Sons normaux prévisibles

Au cours des différents stades du programme de lavage, vous entendrez peut-être des bruits que votre votre lave-linge

précédent ne produisait pas. Par exemple, vous entendrez peutêtre un cliquetis et un bourdonnement au début du programme lorsque le système de verrouillage du couvercle effectue un

test automatique. On entendra différents bourdonnements et bruits de frottements rythmiques à mesure que l’impulseur déplace la charge. Parfois, il est possible que le lave-linge soit complètement silencieux, lorsqu’il détermine le niveau d’eau adéquat ou qu’il laisse tremper les vêtements.

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TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTERISTIQUES

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1DEEP CLEAN OPTION

(OPTION DE NETTOYAGE EN PROFONDEUR)

Cette option fournit une action de nettoyage améliorée pour les taches tenaces. Ceci prolonge la durée d’agitation et de trempage du programme.

2TEMPERATURE

La fonction de contrôle de température détecte et maintient une température uniforme de l’eau en régulant le débit d’arrivée d’eau chaude et d’eau froide.

Sélectionner une température de lavage en fonction du type de tissu et de saleté à laver. Pour des résultats optimaux, suivre les instructions sur l’étiquette du vêtement et utiliser la température d’eau de lavage la plus chaude possible qui reste sans danger pour le tissu.

•Les températures de l’eau tiède et de l’eau chaude seront inférieures à celles de votre précédent lave-linge.

•Même avec un lavage à l’eau froide, il est possible que de l’eau tiède soit ajoutée au lave-linge pour maintenir une température minimale.

3BOUTON DE PROGRAMME DE LAVAGE

Utiliser le bouton de programme de lavage pour sélectionner les programmes disponibles sur le lave-linge. Tourner le bouton de programme pour sélectionner un programme correspondant à la charge de linge. Voir “Guide de programmes” pour des descriptions de programmes détaillées.

4FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED OPTION (OPTION D’AJOUT D’ASSOUPLISSANT POUR TISSU)

Le “Yes” (oui) de cette option doit être sélectionné si l’on utilise de l’assouplissant pour tissu.

5EXTRA RINSE OPTION

(OPTION DE RINÇAGE SUPPLEMENTAIRE)

On peut utiliser cette option pour ajouter automatiquement un second rinçage à la plupart des programmes.

6BOUTON START/PAUSE/UNLOCK

(MISE EN MARCHE/PAUSE/DEVERROUILLAGE)

Appuyer sur ce bouton pour démarrer le programme sélectionné, puis appuyer de nouveau pour suspendre le programme et déverrouiller le couvercle. Appuyer pendant 3 secondes pour annuler un programme.

REMARQUE : Si le lave-linge tourne, le couvercle peut mettre quelques minutes à se déverrouiller. Appuyer pendant 3 secondes pour annuler un programme.

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7TEMOINS LUMINEUX DES PROGRAMMES

Les témoins lumineux indiquent la progression du programme. A chaque étape du processus, il est possible que l’on remarque des pauses ou des sons différents de ceux des lave-linge ordinaires.

SENSING (DETECTION)

Lorsqu’on appuie sur le bouton START/Pause/Unlock (mise en marche/pause/déverrouillage), le lave-linge effectue un test automatique sur le mécanisme de verrouillage du couvercle. On entend un déclic, le panier effectue un léger tour, et le couvercle se déverrouille brièvement avant de se verrouiller à nouveau.

Une fois le couvercle verrouillé pour la deuxième fois, le lave-linge utilise des essorages lents et courts pour estimer le volume de la charge. Ces essorages de détection peuvent prendre 2 à 3 minutes avant que de

l’eau ne soit ajoutée à la charge et les essorages peuvent émettre un bourdonnement. Si le témoin lumineux de détection est allumé, cela signifie que le lave-linge fonctionne correctement. On entend le moteur qui fait tourner le panier par de courtes impulsions pour mouiller l’intégralité de la charge. Le lave-linge déplace ensuite brièvement la charge, fait une pause pour permettre

à l’eau de tremper la charge, et continue à ajouter de l’eau. Ce processus peut se répéter jusqu’à ce que la quantité d’eau correcte ait été ajoutée à la charge. Il est aussi possible que l’on entende de l’eau couler dans le distributeur, ajoutant le détergent à la charge.

REMARQUE : Eviter d’ouvrir le couvercle durant la détection. Le processus de détection recommencera une fois le lave-linge remis en marche. Le témoin de détection peut également s’allumer lors de l’étape de lavage du programme. Ceci est normal.

WASH (LAVAGE)

On entend le moteur et le plateau de lavage déplacer la charge. Contrairement aux lave-linge ordinaires, la

charge n’est pas complètement submergée dans l’eau. Un nettoyage avec faible niveau d’eau signifie un nettoyage concentré. Plutôt que de diluer du détergent, comme dans un lave-linge de type agitateur, ce lave-linge libère le détergent directement sur les endroits souillés. Les bruits émis par le moteur peuvent changer lors des différentes étapes du programme. La durée de lavage est déterminée par le niveau de saleté sélectionné.

RINSE (RINÇAGE)

On entend des sons similaires à ceux entendus lors

du programme de lavage à mesure que le lave-linge rince et déplace la charge. L’assouplissant pour tissu sera distribué si l’option Fabric Softener (Assouplissant pour tissu) a été sélectionnée. Quelques programmes utilisent un rinçage par vaporisation.

SPIN (ESSORAGE)

Le lave-linge essore la charge à des vitesses augmentant graduellement pour une bonne extraction de l’eau,

en fonction du programme et de la vitesse d’essorage sélectionnés.

DONE (TERMINE)

Une fois le programme terminé, ce témoin s’allume. Retirer la charge rapidement pour un résultat optimal.

LID LOCKED

(VERROUILLAGE DU COUVERCLE)

Pour permettre une bonne détection de la charge et un bon essorage, le couvercle se verrouille et le témoin de verrouillage du couvercle s’allume. Ce témoin lumineux indique que le couvercle est verrouillé et qu’il ne peut être ouvert.

Si l’on doit ouvrir le couvercle, appuyer sur START/Pause/Unlock (mise en marche/

pause/déverrouillage). Le couvercle se déverrouille une fois que le mouvement

du lave-linge a cessé. Il se peut que cela prenne plusieurs minutes si le lave-linge

essorait la charge à grande vitesse.

Appuyer de nouveau sur START/Pause/Unlock (mise en marche/pause/déverrouillage) pour poursuivre

le programme. Éviter d’ouvrir le couvercle durant la détection. Le processus de détection recommencera une fois le lave-linge remis en marche.

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