Midea MLC31N5AWW User Manual
Washer Dryer Combo
Power supply: 120V
Frequency: 60 Hz
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USER MANUAL &
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INSTRUCTIONS
Warning:
Before using this product,
please read this manual carefully
and keep it for future reference.
The design and specifications
are subject to change without
prior notice for product
improvement. Consult with your
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Dear user
THANK YOU and CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of
this high-quality Midea product. Your Midea washer dryer combo
is designed for reliable, trouble-free performance. Please take a
moment to register your new washer dryer combo.
Register your new washer dryer combo at
www.midea.com/ca/support/Product-registration
For future reference, record your product model and serial
numbers located on the inside frame of the machine.
Model Number________________________________________
Serial Number_________________________________________
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................. 4
FEATURES
Package contents ................................................................................... 9
Main components ...................................................................................10
OPERATION REQUIREMENTS..........................................................11
Electrical requirements
Water requirements
Drainage requirements
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Unpacking your washer........................................................................13
Choosing a location................................................................................14
Tools you will need ................................................................................18
Connect the water ho ses ....................................................................
Connect the drain hose ......................................................................20
Level your washer ................................................................................22
Power on ..................................................................................................23
Run a test cycle .....................................................................................24
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................25
Control panel ........................................................................................... 25
Washing a load of laundry.................................................................. 27
Setting the child lock ........................................................................... 31
Washer options and settings ............................................................ 32
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CARE AND CLEANING ................................................................... 33
Cleaning and maintenance
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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE ..............................................39
Error codes ..............................................................................................41
WARRANTY .....................................................................................
PRODUCT REGISTRATION............................................................
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READ AND KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
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and care of your appliance. Please read this manual carefully before
installation and operation of this machine to prevent injury and property
damage.
Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual DO NOT
cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It is your
responsibility to use common sense, caution and care when installing,
maintaining and operating your washer.
ontains important information on the installation, use,
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ARE VERY
IMPORTANT
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the
instructions shown here must be followed. Incorrect operation due to
ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage, including death.
The level of risk is shown by the following indications.
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This indicates that hazards or unsafe practices may cause
serious personal injury or death.
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock or
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personal injury when using your washing machine, you
SHOULD follow these basic safety precautions.
This indicates that hazards or unsafe practices may cause
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minor personal injury or property damage.
This symbol indicates that there are important operating
and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying
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your washing machine
WARNING
Do not store or use gasoline or other f1ammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING
Basic precautions
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when
using your appliance, follow basic precautions:
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Read all instructions before using the appliance.
Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in,
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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.
Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
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explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite or explode.
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Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the program and spread
out so that the heat is dissipated.
Use copper conductors only.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not use a flexible power-
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supply cord with this appliance.
Always unplug the washing machine from the power supply before
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attempting any service. Disconnect the power cord by grasping the
plug, not the cord.
To reduce the risk of fire, clothes, cleaning rags, mop heads and the
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like which have traces of any flammable substance, such as vegetable
oil, cooking oil, petroleum based oils or distillates, waxes, fats, etc.
must not be placed in the washing machine.These items may contain
flammable substances which, even after washing, may smoke or catch
fire.
Never place items in the washer that have been dampened with
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gasoline or any combustible or explosive substance. Do not wash or
dry anything that has been soaked in or spotted with any type of oil
(including cooking oils). Doing so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision
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of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
Glass door or protector may be very hot during the operation. Keep
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kids and pets far away from the machine during the operation.
This machine is not intended for use by persons (including kids) with
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reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the machine by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not machine wash fiberglass materials (such as curtains and
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window coverings that use fiberglass materials.) Small particles may
remain in the washing machine and stick to fabrics in subsequent wash
loads causing skin irritation.
Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove
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the door and cut off the power cord.
Do not reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving.
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Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the
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weather.
Do not tamper with controls.
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Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any
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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.
Make sure that all pockets are emptied. Sharp and rigid items such
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as coin, brooch, nail, screw or stone etc. may cause serious damages
to this machine.
Pull out its plug and cut off the water supply after the operation.
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Make sure that the water inside the drum has been drained before
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opening its door. Please do not open the door if there is any water
visible.
Do not try to repair the machine by yourself. The machine may be
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damaged or more troublesome repair work may be needed and even
dangerous operation may take place if it is repaired by any
inexperienced or unqualified staff.
If the plug (power cord) is damaged, it shall be replaced by the
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manufacturer or a service agent to avoid any danger.
Take care that power voltage and frequency shall be identical to
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those of washing machine.
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Do not use any socket with rated current less than that of the
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washing machine. Never pull out a power plug with a wet hand.
To ensure your safety, the power cord plug must be inserted into an
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grounded three-pole socket. Check carefully and make sure that your
socket is properly and reliably grounded.
This washing machine should only be repaired and serviced by
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qualified technicians.
If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time-delay fuses
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with this appliance.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, disconnect this appliance from
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the power supply before attempting any user maintenance other than
cleaning the lint trap. Turning the controls to the OFF position does
not disconnect this appliance from the power supply.
Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present
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a risk of electric shock only during servicing. Service Personnel - Do
not contact the following parts while the appliance is energized:
electrical value, drain pump, door lock, fan motor (combo).
WARNING
Grounding
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or
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breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by
providing a path of least resistance for the electric current. This
appliance is equipped with a cord that has an equipment grounding
conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can
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result in electric shock. Connect to an individual branch circuit. Check
with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to
whether the washer is properly grounded.
DO NOT modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit
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the outlet. Please have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Risk of Electric Shock: Appliance grounded to neutral conductor
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through a link. Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited
for (1) new branch-circuit installations, (2) mobile homes, (3)
recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit
grounding through the neutral conductor.
For installations where grounding through the neutral conductor is
prohibited: (1) disconnect the link from the neutral, (2) use grounding
terminal or lead to ground appliance, and (3) connect neutral terminal
or lead to branch-circuit neutral in usual manner (where the appliance
is to be connected by means of a cord kit use 4-conductor cord for
purpose).
For installations where grounding through the neutral conductor is
prohibited, the 3-conductor cord or cable assembly must be replaced
by a 4-conductor cord or cable assembly. See manufacturer's
instructions.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, do not use heat when drying articles containing
foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
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Before operating this machine
Packing materials may be dangerous to the kids. Please keep all packing
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materials (plastic bags, foams, etc.) far away from kids.
Washing machine shall not be installed in a bath room or very wet
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rooms as well as in rooms with explosive or caustic gases.
Make sure that the water and electrical devices must be connected by
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a qualified technician in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions
and local safety regulations.
Before operating this machine, all packages and transport bolts must
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be removed. Otherwise, the washing machine may be seriously
damaged while washing the clothes.
Before washing the clothes the first time, the washing machine shall be
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operated in Cotton and hot water procedures without the clothes inside.
This washing machine is for indoor use only.
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Attention shall be paid to protecting the machine
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Do not climb up and sit on the top cover of the machine.
Do not lean against the machine door.
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Please do not close the door with excessive forces. If it is found
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difficult to close the door, please check if the excessive clothes are
put in or distributed well.
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Cautions during handling machine
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Transport bolts shall be reinstalled to the machine by a specialized
person.
The accumulated water shall be drained out of the machine.
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Handle the machine carefully. Never hold each protruded part on
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the machine while lifting.
Machine door can not be used as the handle during the conveyance.
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Cold city water shall be used and hot water may also be connected
according to the local situations.
Your washing machine is only for home use and is only designed for
the textiles suitable for machine washing.
Flammable and explosive or toxic solvents are forbidden. Gasoline
and alcohol etc. shall not be used as detergents. Please only select the
detergents suitable for machine washing, especially for front loading.
Do not wash carpet in this machine.
Never refill the water by hand during washing.
Always follow the fabric care instructions recommended by the
clothing manufacturer.
Do not use the washing machine if it has a worn power cord or loose
plug. Contact an authorized service agent.
Do not operate the washing machine if any guards, panels and/or
fasteners, except transport fixing bolts, have been removed. Check
the fill hose connections on a regular basis to ensure that they are
tight and not leaking.
Do not operate the washing machine if parts are missing or broken.
Do not touch the door if washing at high temperatures.
The IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS indicated in this manual do
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not cover all possible conditions which may occur. Common sense,
caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or
operating the washing machine.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or the
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manufacturer about any problems or conditions that you do not
understand.
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Installation requirements
This machine must be grounded properly. If there is any short circuit,
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grounding can reduce the danger of electrical shock. This machine is
equipped with power cord, which includes plug, grounding wire at
grounding terminal.
Washing machine shall be operated in a circuit separate from other
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electrical appliances. Otherwise, the power protector may be tripped
or the fuse may be burned out.
NOTE: Environmental Protection
If you plan to dispose of this machine, please comply with the local
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waste disposal regulations. Cut off the power cord so that it will not be
put into reuse.
Remove the door so that kids and animals will not be trapped in the
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machine.
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Do not use excessive detergents.
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compartment
Detergent
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Filter door
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Back
Water supply
inlets
Drain hose
Power plug
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Electrical requirements
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
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Connect to grounded 3-prong outlet with an individual 12 amp branch
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circuit protected by a 12 amp circuit breaker.
Connect to individual branch circuit.
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Do not remove the ground prong.
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Do not use an adapter.
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Failure to follow these instructions can result in electrical shock, fire, or
death.
Electrical grounding is required for your washer.
You must ground your washer. In the event of a malfunction or
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breakdown, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing
a path of least resistance for the electric current.
A 120 v, 60 Hz, AC-only,15 or 20 amp, fused electrical supply is
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required. We recommend that you use a time-delay fuse or provide a
circuit serving only your washer.
Your washer is equipped with a power cord that has a 3-prong
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grounding plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
plugged into a matched 3-prong, grounding type outlet, grounded in
accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a 3-prong outlet is not
available, contact a qualified electrician to install one. Do not use an
adapter.
If codes permit and you use a separate ground wire, we recommend
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that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.
Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure your washer is
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correctly grounded.
Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
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Certain internal parts are intentionally not grounded and may present
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a risk of electric shock only during servicing. When servicing, do not
contact the following parts while the appliance is energized: electrical
valve, drain pump and door lock.
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You’re responsible for providing adequate electrical services for your
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washer.
Never connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines,
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or hot water pipes.
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Water requirements
To fill your washer in the correct amount of time, the water pressure needs
to be between 0.05 MPa~1 MPa.
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Drainage requirements
The recommended height for the drain standpipe is 48 in. (122 cm).
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The drain hose must be routed through the drain hose clip to the standpipe.
The standpipe must be large enough to accept the outside diameter of
the drain hose.
The water valve may fail or may not shut off completely.
The time it takes to fill your washer may be longer than the time your
washer controls allow. Your washer will turn off and report an error. A
time-limit is built into the controls to prevent flooding in your home if
a hose becomes loose.
Water inlet hoses must be purchased separately. You can buy inlet
hoses in various lengths up to 8 ft. (240 cm).
Make sure that the water faucets are easily accessible.
Turn off the faucets when you are not using your washer.
Periodically check to make sure that water is not leaking from the
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Unpacking your washer
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Packing materials can be dangerous to children. Keep all packing
materials (plastic bags, polystyrene, and so on) well out of the reach
of children.
Do not operate your washer on the foam base cushion. Doing so will
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result in serious vibration, which could cause equipment damage or
physical injury.
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Your washer is heavy. You may need help to unpack and move it.
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Remove your washer from the packaging.
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Make sure that the small, triangular piece of foam comes off with the
packaging base. If it doesn’t, lay your washer on its side, remove the
foam, then set your washer upright.
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Remove the four transport bolts on the back of your washer.
CAUTION
If you do not remove the four bolts, your washer will make loud noise
and vibrate excessively or move. This can damage your washer.
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Cover the holes with the transport hole plugs. Keep the four bolts for
future use. You need them if you want to transport your washer to
another location.
Transport
hole plug
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Do not install your washer in areas where water may freeze, because
your washer always retains some water in its water valve, pump and
hose areas. Frozen water can damage the valve, pump, hoses and
other components.
Never install on a platform or weakly supported structure.
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Selecting a correct location for your washer improves performance and
minimizes noise and possible washer “walk.” Your washer can be installed
under a custom counter or in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed
area. See Drainage requirements on page 12. You should also consider a
companion appliance (dryer) location requirements.
For best performance, you need:
A water heater set to deliver 120° F (49° C) water to the washer.
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A grounded electrical outlet located within 6 ft. (1.8 m) of where the
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power cord is attached to the back of the washer. See Electrical
requirements on page 11.
Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the hot and
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cold water fill valves, and water pressure of between 0.05MPa~1MPa.
A level floor with a maximum slope of 1 in. (25 mm) under entire
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washer. Don’t install your washer on soft floor surfaces, such as
carpets or surfaces with foam backing.
A sturdy and solid floor to support the washer with a total weight
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(water and load) of 200 lbs. (90 kg)
Make sure that the location is:
Away from direct sunlight. Direct sunlight can raise the water
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temperature, which may cause safety risks.
An area where the temperature is above 32° F (0° C).
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Away from the heat resources such as coal or gas. Heat sources can
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raise the water temperature, which may cause safety risks.
Washer dimensions and installation measurements
23.5 in. (59.5 cm)
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42.5 in. (108 cm)
25.6 in. (65 cm)
33.5 in. (85 cm)
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Installing under a counter
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Installing in an alcove or closet
If you install your washer in an alcove or closet, the front of the closet must
have two unobstructed air openings for a combined minimum total area of
72 sq. in. (465 square cm) with a minimum clearance of 3 in. (7.6 mm) at the
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top and bottom. A slatted door with equivalent space clearance is
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2 in. (5 cm)
33.5 in. (85 cm)
48 square inches
(310 cm )
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1 in. (2.5 cm) 1 in. (2.5 cm)
23.5 in. (59.5 cm)
(7.6 cm )
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(155 cm )
3 in.
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Minimum clearances between your washer and adjacent walls or other
surfaces are:
Either side: 1 in. (2.5 cm)
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Rear: 6 in. (15.2 cm)
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Closet Front: 2 in. (5.1 cm)
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Top: 2 in. (5.1 cm)
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If you install your washer and dryer side-by-side in a closet, the closet front
must have an unobstructed air opening of at least 72 square inches
(465 square cm).
2 in. (5 cm )
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1 in.
(2.5 cm )
23.5 in.
(59.5 cm )
1 in.
(2.5 cm )
2 in.
(5.1 cm )
25.6 in.
(65 cm )
(15.2 cm )
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Before you install your washer, make sure that the location:
Is a hard, level surface without carpeting or soft flooring that can
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obstruct ventilation.
Is away from direct sunlight.
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Has adequate ventilation.
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Is not exposed to freezing temperatures (below 32 F or 0 C).
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Is away from heat sources such as oil or gas.
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Has enough space so that the washer does not rest on its power cord.
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3/8” open-end wrench
Level
Adjustable wrench or 7/16”
socket with ratchet
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Connect the water hoses
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2. Tighten the hose and faucet fittings by hand until they are snug. Tighten
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Pliers Nut driver with ratchet
Adjustable wrench or 9/16”
open-end wrench
Caution
Use new water supply hoses. Using old hoses can result in leakage or
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overflow that can damage your property.
Do not connect multiple water supply hoses together to increase the
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length of the hose. Hoses connected this way can leak and cause
electrical shock. If a hose is too short, replace the hose with a longer,
high-pressure hose.
Connect the water hoses to the hot and cold water faucets.
them an additional two-thirds of a turn with pliers or a wrench. Pull the
water supply hoses downwards to make sure that they are connected
securely.
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Water supply hose
Caution
Don’t overtighten the fittings or apply tape or sealant to the faucets or
water supply intakes. This can damage the fittings.
3. Place the unconnected ends of the hoses into a bucket and turn on the
faucets connected to the water supply hoses for 10 or 15 seconds to
remove any foreign substances. Turn off the faucets.
4. Connect the ends of the water supply hoses to the water supply intake
connections at the top of the washer. The water supply hose connected
to the hot faucet must be connected to the hot water supply intake
and the water hose connected to the cold faucet must be connected
to the cold water supply intake.
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NOTE:
If you don't want to use the hot water faucet or you don't have a hot
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water faucet, you have to adjust the Temp. setting to cold, or your
washer will have an Error code E10.
If you only have cold water faucet, we recommend that you buy and
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install a T-branch pipe.
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5. Tighten the fittings by hand until they are snug, then tighten them an
additional two-thirds of a turn with pliers or a wrench.
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6. Turn on the hot and cold water supplies, then check all the water supply
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Connect the drain hose
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Connect the drain hose in one of the following ways.
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NOTE: The wall standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe
Place the drain hose into the wall standpipe. You can use a nylon ties (not
included) to bundle the hoses and the drain pipe together.
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Don’t overtighten the fittings or apply tape or sealant to the faucets
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or water supply intakes. This can damage the fittings.
Make sure that the water supply hoses aren’t twisted or bent. A bent
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or twisted hose can leak and cause an electric shock because of water
leakage.
intake connections and the faucets for water leaks.
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Make sure that the connection between the drain hose and the wash
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basin, standpipe, or laundry tub is not airtight.
of 2" (5 cm).
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In a floor standpipe
NOTE:
For a floor standpipe, the capacity must be at least 17 gal. (64 L)
per minute. The top of the standpipe must be between 2 ft. (60 cm)
and 3.3 ft. (100 cm) from the bottom of your washer.
Place the drain hose into the standing floor standpipe. You can use nylon
ties (not included) to attach the drain hose to the standpipe.
3.3 ft. (100 cm) max.
2 ft. (60 cm) min.
Floor standpipe
In a laundry tub
NOTE:
The laundry tub needs a minimum capacity of 20 gal. (76 L).
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The top of the laundry tub must be between 2 ft. (60 cm) and 3.3 ft.
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(100 cm) above the floor.
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3.3 ft. (100) max.
2 ft. (60 cm) min.
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In a floor drain system
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Place the drain hose into the floor drain system. The weight of the hose and
gravity keep the drain hose in the drain.
A floor drain system requires a siphon break (not included). The siphon
break must be a minimum of 28 in. (71 cm) from the bottom of the
washer.
If the drain hose on the washer is shorter than the siphon break
distance, attach an extra drain hose (not included) to the washer’s
drain hose.
28 in. (71 cm) min.
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Level your washer
Caution
Don’t use your washer without leveling it. If your washer isn’t level, it may:
Vibrate excessively which can cause your washer to malfunction
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Make excessive noise
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Extend the leveling feet only as much as is necessary. If the feet are
extended too much, your washer may vibrate.
1. Make sure that the legs are flush with the washer cabinet. If needed,
use a wrench to loosen the lock nut on a leg, slide the leg up, then
tighten the bolt.
2. Slide your washer into position.
3. Press the four top corners of your washer. If your washer moves when
you press a corner, the leg for that corner needs to be adjusted.
4. Loosen the lock nut on the bottom of your washer, pull the leg down
until it touches the floor, then tighten the nut. Extend the feet only as
much as necessary. If the feet are extended too much, your washer
may vibrate.
5. Press the four corners again to make sure that your washer is level. If
your washer is still not level, repeat step 4.
6. Use a level to make sure that all four sides of your washer are level.
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Power on
Plug the power cord into a well-grounded, 3-prong, 120 Volt 60 Hz
approved electrical outlet protected by a 12-amp fuse or comparable
circuit breaker. Your washer is grounded through the third prong of the
power cord.
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WARNING
Make sure that the power voltage at your location is the same as the
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voltage on your washer's rating label.
Do not use a multi-purpose plug or socket.
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Do not use an adapter.
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Do not use an extension cord.
Do not touch or pull out the plug with a wet hand.
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When you unplug the power cord, hold the plug not the power cord.
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If power cord is damaged or has any sign of being broken, replace
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the cord.
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Run a test cycle to make sure that your washer is correctly installed.
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Leave the tub empty.
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Press the Power button to turn on your washer.
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Turn the cycle selector to select the Rinse&Spin cycle.
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Press the Start/Pause button to start the test cycle. Your washer
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shouldn’t rock or vibrate excessively when water is filling the tub, or when
washing or spinning. Your washer should drain well during the spin cycle.
CAUTION
If you detect any water leaks while your washer is filling or draining,
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check the water connections. See Connect the water hoses on page
18 or Connect the drain hose on page 20.
If your washer rocks or vibrates excessively, level it again. See Level
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your washer on page 22.
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Control panel
No bizzer
Door Lock
Speed Wash
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8 9 10
7
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Status indicators
Child Lock Prewash
Extra Rinse
Add a Garment
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Wash
Rinse
My Cycle
Spin
Extra Dry Normal Dry
Gentle Dry
524 6
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These indicators appear when you select settings and options.
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Digital display
The initial display is the total time for the cycle you select.
While your washer is running, the display shows the cycle process
and time remaining in the cycle.
Note: The time shown is an estimate based on normal operating
conditions. External factors (such as the load size, incoming water
temperature, and water pressure) can affect actual time.
If you set a delay time for the start of the cycle, the display
shows the time when the cycle will start.
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Spin speed
Press to select the spin speed. You can select Highest, High, Med,
Low, or No Spin.
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Soil type
Press to select the soil type.
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Dry
Press the Dry button continuously to choose the dry level: Extra Dry /
Normal Dry/Gentle Dry
Extra Dry
Normal Dry
Gentle Dry
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Power
Press to turn your washer on or off.
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Time Save
Press to shorten the washing time. See Step 7: (Optional) Decrease
the wash time on page 30.
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Delay
Press to set a delayed start time. See Step 6: (Optional) Set a delayed
start time on page 30.
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Temp.
Press to select the water temperature. You can select Hot+, Hot, Warm,
Eco, or Cold. For more information, see Washer options and settings
on page 32.
Cycle selector
Turn to select a cycle. For more information, see Washer options and
settings on page 32.
Start/Pause
Press to start or pause the cycle.
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Washing a load of laundry
If this is the first time you are washing an item, make sure that it is
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color-fast. Use a white rag or towel with a little detergent to wash a
hidden part of the item. If the rag or towel is stained, the item is not
color-fast.
If an item has stains, use a spot remover or gently apply a small
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amount of detergent to the stains, then gently scrub the stains with a
brush.
Check the manufacturer's label for special washing instructions.
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Make sure that you remove all items from pockets. Hard items, like
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coins, can damage your washer.
Never wash clothes stained with chemicals such as gasoline,
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petroleum, benzene, paint thinner and alcohol.
Consider using a pillow case you can close or a washing bag to
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protect items like bras, lacy items, and delicate items.
Wash whites and colors separately.
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Turn items that can pill (like sweaters and sweatshirts) inside out.
NOTE:
Never leave wet items to be washed in your washer for long periods of
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time. Items may mold and cause stains.
Make sure that you check the manufacturer's label for water
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temperature instructions.
Don’t wash items, like ties or items with decorations, that may stretch
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or distort.
Don’t wash waterproof items, like rain coats, ski suits, shower curtains,
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and mattress pads. These items don’t absorb water and may cause
excessive vibration.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
1. Select a detergent
Your washer is designed to use high efficiency (HE) detergents.
For the best cleaning results, use an HE detergent. We recommend
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that you do not use a regular detergent. HE detergents contain
suppressors that reduce or eliminate suds. When fewer suds are
produced, the load tumbles more efficiency and cleaning is maximized.
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Reducing the amount of detergent may affect the quality of cleaning.
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Make sure that you:
- Pre-treat stains.
- Sort carefully by color and soil level.
- Avoid overloading.
2. Turn on your washer
Press the Power button to turn on your washer. Your washer's initial
settings are:
Normal cycle
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Warm temperature
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Medium spin speed
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3. Load your washer
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Caution
Before loading your laundry, make sure that you remove coins, keys,
and other hard objects and close zippers. These items may damage
clothes.
Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, color, and load size.
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Fill the tub with dry, unfolded clothes. Load the tub no more than 3/4
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fill. For best performance, the maximum load size should be less than
12 lbs. (5.4 kg).
Overloading may reduce washing efficiency, cause excess wear, and
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possibly cause creasing or wrinkling of the load.
Wash delicate items such as bras, hosiery and other lingerie on the
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Delicates cycle with similar lightweight items.
Don't overfill your washer with too many big, bulky items This could
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lead to unwanted vibration during the spin cycle. If this happens,
remove some items and restart the washing cycle.
Always use the Bulky cycle for bulky items.
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When washing heavily soiled loads, do not overload your washer to
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ensure good cleaning results.
Your washer is not suitable for washing comforters. Your washer may
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not reach high spin speed and may result in a the wet load after
spinning.
Sometimes your washer can't reach a high spin speed because the
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load is out of balance. Rearrange the clothes, then try the Spin Only
mode again.
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