Speed Queen 803236R2, AFN50RSP User Manual

for your

frontload

washer

Inside . . .

Safety Information . . . 3

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Clothing Care . . . . . . . .18

Maintenance. . . . . . . . .20

Troubleshooting . . . . .23

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Part No. 803236R2

June 2011

G10.11

For your safety and to reduce the risk of fire or an explosion, do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

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Safety Information

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

DANGER

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

WARNING

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

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death to persons when using your washer, follow these basic precautions:

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Explanation of Safety Messages

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

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

Important Safety Instructions

Save These Instructions

1. Read all instructions before using the washer.

2. Refer to the Grounding Information in the Installation Instructions for the proper grounding of the washer.

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

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

transmitted in any form or by any means without the expressed written consent of the publisher.

3. Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

4. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

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5. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine or combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. THE GAS IS FLAMMABLE. DO NOT SMOKE OR USE AN OPEN FLAME DURING THIS TIME.

6. Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children. This is a safety rule for all appliances.

7. Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the washing compartment.

8. Do not reach into the washer if the wash drum is moving.

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

15. Install the washer according to the Installation Instructions. All connections for water, drain, electrical power and grounding must comply with local codes and be made by licensed personnel when required. Do not do it yourself unless you know how!

16. To reduce the risk of fire, clothes which have traces of any flammable substances such as vegetable oil, cooking oil, machine oil, flammable chemicals, thinner, etc. or anything containing wax or chemicals such as in mops and cleaning cloths, must not be put into the washer. These flammable substances may cause the fabric to catch on fire by itself.

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

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

19. Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.

10. Do not tamper with the controls.

11. Do not repair or replace any part of the washer, or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the usermaintenance instructions or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

12. To reduce the risk of an electric shock or fire, DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to connect the washer to the electrical power source.

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

14. ALWAYS disconnect the washer from electrical supply before attempting any service. Disconnect the power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.

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

21. Loading door MUST BE CLOSED any time the washer is to fill, tumble or spin. DO NOT bypass the loading door by permitting the washer to operate with the loading door open.

22. Check washer for water leaks after each use. If water is found, turn off the water supply and call for service immediately. Don’t use washer until it is repaired by an authorized service agent.

23. If the washer’s volume or type of sound changes from what is normally heard, call an authorized service agent immediately to prevent possible damage to other components.

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24. Never start a cycle and leave the property without first checking to make sure the wash cycle is complete.

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

26. Always follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment manufacturer.

27. Never operate the washer with any guards and/or panels removed.

28. DO NOT operate the washer with missing or broken parts.

29. DO NOT by-pass any safety devices.

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

31. Replace washer fill hoses every five years.

32. If unit is a stacked washer and dryer, do not operate washer and dryer if the units have been separated.

NOTE: The WARNING and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Observe and be aware of other labels and precautions that are located on the machine. They are intended to provide instructions for safe use of the machine. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating the washer.

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

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Operation

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Cottons

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Before Washing

Prepare Wash Load

Empty Pockets and Cuffs

Make sure all pockets are empty and turn them inside out. One bobby pin, metal or plastic toy, nail or sharp object in a load can catch laundry, cause tears and plug the pump. Facial tissue left in a pocket will produce extreme “lint”. A crayon or lipstick in a wash load may cause stains that cannot be removed. Roll down cuffs and shake out grass, sand and gravel.

Mend Rips and Tears

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

Close Zipper and Fasten Hooks

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

Put Small Items in Bag

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

Check For Colorfastness

Squeeze a portion of garment in warm or hot sudsy water. If the color bleeds or runs, wash the item separately in cold water.

Sort Items

Different items use different wash cycles and temperatures. Always follow the manufacturer’s care label. Proper sorting is easy if you follow a few guidelines:

1. Sort by Color: Separate items into loads of whites, darks, lights and noncolorfast.

2. Sort by Fabric and Construction: Separate items into loads of cottons/linens, permanent press, synthetics/blends/poly knits, and delicates.

3. Sort by Temperature: Separate items into loads that can be washed in cold, warm or hot water.

4. Sort by Type and Amount of Soil: Heavily soiled clothes will need extra treatment. Lightly soiled clothes can become dingy if washed with heavily soiled items.

5. Sort Lint “Shedders” From Lint “Receivers”: Some fabrics attract lint and should not be washed with lint-shedding loads. Lint shedders are cottons, terry towels, chenille bedspreads, rugs and clothes that have been heavily bleached.

Lint receivers are synthetics, permanent or durable press, knits (including socks), corduroy, and other smooth fabrics.

Pretreat

Pretreat shirt collars and cuffs with a pretreat product or liquid detergent when placing them in the washer. Before washing, treat special stains individually.

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Loading the Washer

Do not wash or dry items soiled with vegetable or cooking oils. Some oils may remain after washing and may cause the fabric to catch on fire by itself.

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Load Articles

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

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

Wash Temperature

Boosted Hot Water (on select models only)

The Boosted Hot Wash will boost the water temperature in the tub to 140°F (60°C) and is useful for improved cleaning of some loads. The red HEATING light will light up when heating. The cycle will not advance until 140°F (60°C) has been reached.

The time needed to reach this temperature may add an additional 30 to 60 minutes to the cycle time. Hot water is the most effective for cleaning but it is not recommended for all fabric types (read labels).

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

Hot Water

Bulky Items

• Use the DELICATES/BULKY cycle for bulky items such as blankets and comforters. The cycle includes gentle agitation to clean items delicately and thoroughly. The extra rinse cycle may be selected to ensure complete removal of soap residue. A final spin extracts the moisture at a low speed to maintain the load’s balance and minimize wear to the articles.

Load Sizes

• Load sizes vary. Small and large items should be washed together to create a balanced load. If washing a large item, two bath towels should be added to even the load.

• Smaller loads can create an unbalanced condition and cause premature wear on the washer. Do not hesitate to fill the entire inner drum of the washer. The load will compress a great deal when wet. This allows room for proper tumbling.

The Hot Wash temperature is determined by the actual temperature of the hot water supplied to the washer. For models with Boosted Hot Wash, the heater element will not be on. Hot water is the most effective for cleaning, but it is not recommended for all fabric types (read labels).

Warm Water

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

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

Water Level

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

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Cold Water

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100oF

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60oF

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HOT

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

NOTE: In wash temperatures colder than 60oF (16oC), detergents do not dissolve well. This may cause ineffective cleaning, or lint and residue to form.

NOTE: Always follow manufacturer’s care labels.

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

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

Wash Temperature Guide

Water Temperature Use Comments

BOOSTED HOT

(select models only)

(approximately 140°F [60°C])

HOT

(approximately 120°F [49°C]

or as determined by outside hot

water supply)

WARM

(approximately 100º F [38°C])

COLD

(approximately 60º F [16°C])

• Sturdy whites and colorfast items

• Work clothes

• Heavily soiled items

• Diapers

• Sturdy whites and colorfast items

• Work clothes

• Soiled items

• Diapers

• Rinsing of some items (OPTIONAL)

• Light and moderately soiled items

• Non-colorfast or dark colors

• Permanent press

• Silks, woolens, nylon, acrylic

• Rinsing of most items

• Non-colorfast fabrics

• Extra delicate clothing

Energy

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

1. Heating water accounts for the greatest energy expense when washing. Save on heating water by using warm or cold washes as well as cold rinses.

• Best cleaning for heavily soiled items

• Best for sanitizing

• Best cleaning for soiled items

• Good for sanitizing

• Reduces wrinkling in permanent

press fabrics

• Less fading

• Reduces shrinking in knits

• Saves energy

• Reduces color fading

• Reduces wrinkling

• Reduces shrinking

2. Wash full loads, but do not overload.

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