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Inside . . .

Safety Information. . . . 3

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Clothing Care. . . . . . . . 13

Maintenance . . . . . . . . 21

Troubleshooting . . . . . 24

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Part No. 202920

August 2013

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. Install the washer according to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to the EARTHING (GROUNDING) INSTRUCTIONS in the INSTALLATION manual for the proper earthing (grounding) of the washer. All connections for water, drain, electrical power and earthing (grounding) must comply with local codes and be made by licensed personnel when required. Do not do it yourself unless you know how!

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 install or store the washer where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

4. Do not add the following substances or textiles containing traces of the following substances to the wash water: gasoline, kerosene, waxes, cooking oils, vegetable oils, machine oils, dry-cleaning solvents, flammable chemicals, thinners or other flammable or explosive substances. These substances give off vapors that could ignite, explode or cause the fabric to catch on fire by itself.

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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. 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.

7. 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 appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. This is a safety rule for all appliances.

8. Do not reach into the washer if the washtub or agitator is moving.

9. Never operate the washer with any guards, panels and/or parts removed or broken. DO NOT tamper with the controls or bypass any safety devices.

10. Use your washer only for its intended purpose, washing clothes. Always follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment manufacturer.

11. Always read and follow manufacturer’s instructions on packages of laundry and cleaning aids. 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). Heed all warnings or precautions.

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

13. Lid MUST BE CLOSED any time the washer is to agitate or spin. DO NOT bypass the lid

switch by permitting the washer to agitate or spin with the lid open. A brake will stop the washtub within seconds if the lid is opened during spinning. If the washtub does not stop when the lid is opened, remove the washer from use and call the service person.

14. 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.

15. 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.

16. 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. ALWAYS disconnect the washer from electrical supply before attempting any service.

17. Disconnect the power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord or assembly available from the manufacturer or its service agent.

18. Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the lid to the washing compartment.

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

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

Whites

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Cottons

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Cold

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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 and cause tears. 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.

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.

Sorting 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.

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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. Refer to Stain Removal section for procedures on treating specific stains.

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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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Wrong Water Level for

Size of Load

Right Water Level for

Size of Load

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NOTE: Always add detergent first.

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.

• Drop items loosely into the washtub. The bulk

of the clothes rather than the weight will determine load size. Do not pack items in or wrap them around the agitator. Overloading can cause poor cleaning, excessive wrinkling and tears.

• When washing very large items, do not fill

washtub as full as with other loads.

Water Level

• The water level in your washer should fit the

size of your wash load. Small loads will use lower water levels. There must be enough water in the washtub to allow items to move and turn over freely.

• Overloading the washtub can result in poor

washing and rinsing.

• Overloading may also cause wrinkling and

tearing of items.

• Items should move freely through the wash

water for best cleaning results. Items should rollover, sink and then reappear.

Mini 1-2 permanent press shirts or 2 pillow cases or 1 lightweight dress or similar size

Small 3-4 permanent press dress shirts or 1 twin sheet, 1 pillow case or 1-2 lightweight

Medium 6-7 permanent press shirts or 2 twin sheets, 2 pillow cases or 8 standard bath

Extra Large 8-9 shirts, 5 pair polyester pants or 2 queen size sheets, 4 pillow cases,

IMPORTANT: If in doubt, always use a higher water level. Most average loads will require a water setting between Medium and Extra Large. Failure to have the correct volume of water relative to the load will increase the incidence of excessive lint.

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• Reset (OPTIONAL)

Use the RESET if agitation has started and more water is needed for the load.

Load Sizes

load

dresses

towels, 6 wash cloths

2 nightgowns, 1 pair men’s pajamas or 1 queen size bedspread

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Wash Temperature

Energy

Hot Water

Hot water will give the best results of cleaning and sanitizing, but it is not suitable for all items. It is best for sturdy whites and colorfast items, heavily soiled items and diapers.

Warm Water

By using warm water, there is less chance of color loss in items. Warm water also reduces wrinkling in permanent press items. Use with light and moderate soils, non-colorfast or dark colors, permanent press, silks, woolens, nylon, and acrylic.

Cold Water

Cold water is less effective in cleaning than hot or warm water, but it does minimize wrinkling and color fading. Use it for washing extra-sensitive clothes and for the rinsing of all fabrics.

NOTE: In wash temperatures colder than 15oC (60oF), detergents do not dissolve well. This may cause ineffective cleaning, or lint and residue to form.

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.

2. Wash full loads, but do not overload.

3. Use soak cycles for heavily soiled items to reduce wash times.

4. Select a shorter wash time for lightly soiled items.

Wash Temperature Guide

Water Temperature Use Comments

HOT • Sturdy whites and colorfast items

• Work clothes

• Soiled items

• Diapers

WAR M • Rinsing of some items (OPTIONAL)

• Light and moderately soiled items

• Non-colorfast or dark colors

• Permanent press

• Silks, woolens, nylon, acrylic

COLD

• Rinsing of most items

• Non-colorfast fabrics

• Extra sensitive clothing

• Best cleaning for heavily soiled

items

• Best for sanitizing

• Reduces wrinkling in permanent

press fabrics

• Less fading

• Reduces shrinking in knits

• Saves energy

• Reduces color fading

• Reduces wrinkling

• Reduces shrinking

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Operating Your Washer

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death to persons, read the Safety Information section before operating your washer.

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Determine Proper Cycle

Normal Cycle

Use for sturdy items, like play or work clothes, towels, T-shirts, etc.

Delicate Cycle

Wash delicate items usually washed by hand on this cycle. A full tub of water is recommended (even for small loads) to allow the delicate items to move freely through the water. More water helps reduce fabric wear, wrinkling, and provides for a clean wash.

If the OPTIONS switch has been set to HIGH EFFICIENCY, the agitation during the wash portion of the cycle is not constant. The wash will alternate between a period of agitation and a period of pausing. This continues until advancing to the spin portion of the cycle.

Rinse & Spin Cycle

Use to quickly rinse items

If the OPTIONS switch has been set to HIGH EFFICIENCY, the agitation during the wash portion of the cycle is not constant. The wash will alternate between a period of agitation and a period of pausing. This continues until advancing to the spin portion of the cycle.

Perm Press Cycle

Use for permanent press items and synthetics.

If the OPTIONS switch has been set to HIGH EFFICIENCY, the agitation during the wash portion of the cycle is not constant. The wash will alternate between a period of agitation and a period of pausing. This continues until advancing to the spin portion of the cycle.

Spin Only Cycle

Use to extract water from wet items.

Off

Use to stop a cycle or change cycles.

NOTE: The cycle used for a normally soiled cotton load at the rated load capacity (7.5 kg) is as follows:

• Normal Cycle

• Warm wash water temperature setting

• Extra Large Load Size

• Option set to High Efficiency

Options

Regular

Use this setting if fabric softener is being used.

High Efficiency

This setting includes an Eco-Wash Soak during the agitation portion of the cycle. The IN USE, RINSE and SPIN status lights will flash one after the other during the soak periods.

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To Wash Clothes

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To reduce the risk of serious injury, do not by-pass the lid switch by permitting the washer to agitate or spin with the lid open.

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IMPORTANT: Before using your new washer, make sure the washer cord is plugged into an appropriate electrical outlet that has the proper earthing and polarity. Refer to washer nameplate for proper voltage and Hertz the washer is designed to operate on. Refer to CONTACT INFORMATION section for nameplate location. Make sure the washer hoses are connected to the hot and cold water faucets, and that the faucets are turned on. Be sure the drain hose is not kinked and is inserted into a drain. Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details of proper washer installation.

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NOTE: High efficiency (HE) detergent is recommended for use in this machine. Look for the HE logo or “high efficiency” on the detergent’s label.

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

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

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

2. Measure and add low sudsing, High Efficiency (HE) detergent to the washtub. Follow instructions on detergent package for amount to use.

3. Add clothes loosely into the washtub. (7.5 kg maximum dry clothes load)

4. Close the lid. The washer will not agitate or spin with the lid open.

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