• Failure to install, maintain and/or operate this product according to the manufacturer’s
instructions may result in conditions which can produce serious injury, death and/or
property damage.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the product or attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended or published in this Service Manual and unless you understand and have the
skills to carry out the servicing.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the product is properly grounded and to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, serious injury or death.
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WARNING
Safety Information
Throughout this manual and on machine decals, you will find precautionary statements (“CAUTION,”
“WARNING,” and “DANGER”) followed by specific instructions. These precautions are intended for the personal
safety of the operator, user, servicer and those maintaining the machine.
DANGER
Danger indicates the presence of a hazard that will cause severe personal injury, death or substanti al prop erty
damage if the danger is ignored.
WARNING
Warning indicates the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal injury, death or substantial property
damage if the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
Caution indicates the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury or property damage if the
caution is ignored.
Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT” and “NOTE”) are followed by specific instructions.
IMPORTANT
The word “IMPORTANT” is used to inform the reader of specific procedures where minor machine damage will
occur if the procedure is not followed.
NOTE
The word “NOTE” is used to communicate installation, operation, maintenance or servicing information that is
important but not hazard related.
In the interest of safety, some general precautions relating to the operation of this machine follow.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.
• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.
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WARNING
Repairs that are made to your products by unqualified persons can result in hazards due to
improper assembly or adjustments subjecting you, or the inexperienced person making such
repairs, to the risk of serious injury, electrical shock, or death.
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WARNING
If you or an unqualified person perform service on your product, you must assume the
responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result. The manufacturer
will not be responsible for any injury or property damage arising from improper service and/or
service procedures.
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WARNING
NOTE: The WARNINGS and IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this manual are not meant to
cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be
exercised when installing, maintaining or operating the washer.
Always contact your dealer , distributor , service agent or the manufactu rer about any prob lems or conditions you do
not understand.
Locating an Authorized Servicer
Alliance Laundry Systems is not responsible for personal injury or property damage resulting from improper
service. Review all service information before beginning repairs.
Warranty service must be performed by an authorized technician, using authorized factory parts. If service is
required after the warranty expires, Alliance Laundry Systems also recommends contacting an authorized
technician and using authorized factory parts.
If literature or replacement parts are required, contact
the source from whom the machine was purchased or
contact Alliance Laundry Systems at (920) 748-3950
for the name and address of the nearest authorized
parts distributor.
For technical assistance, call (920) 748-3121.
Serial Plate Location
When calling or writing about your product, be sure to
mention model and serial numbers. Model and serial
numbers are located on Serial plate(s) as shown.
This frontload washer provides some of the same
principles of operation as the typical topload washer . It
senses water level, dispenses the desired laundry
detergent, agitates the clothes for good cleaning
action, pumps the water out of the washer and spins
the clothing in preparation for the dryer.
The difference in operation is primarily the rotational
washing agitation created for the horizontal basket and
drum. This agitation tumbles the clothes in a
clockwise, pause, and counter-clockwise direction.
This reversing tumbling action provides an efficient
washing process and requires less laundry detergent
and less water.
The cycle begins by locking the loading door after the
vend is satisfied. The type of cycle and water
temperature are determined by the appropriate pads on
the electronic control.
The inner basket starts agitating during the wash water
fill. A column of air is trapped in a pressure bulb and
hose. The air pressure continues to increase as the
inner basket fills with water until it is great enough to
activate the pressure switch which then causes the
wash fill to stop.
The agitate cycle tumbles the clothing in a clockwise
direction for a period of 20 seconds, pauses for 9
seconds and then tumbles the clothing in a
counterclockwise direction for 10 seconds. This
agitation continues until the wash soak cycle. The
machine stops agitating and turns on the pump which
removes the wash water.
Upon completion of the wash cycle, the machine goes
into a rinse cycle. Fresh cold water is brought into the
inner basket via the mixing valve until the pressure
switch shuts off the water while agitating. The rinse
cycle consists of agitation for a predetermined amount
of time and then a spin mode with the pump running
where the machine goes into a series of 4 short 500
RPM spins. Two of these rinse cycles will normally
take place. A third extra rinse cycle is optional.
After all the rinse cycles have been completed, the
washer goes into a final high spin cycle to extract as
much water as possible from the clothing to prepare
them for the dryer. The spin speeds and duration of
this final high spin cycle are determined by the type of
wash cycle selected (refer to table).
NOTE: Washer may not reach 1000 RPM because
of an out-of-balance condition. Control may limit
speed to 850, 650 or 500 RPM depending on severity
of out-of-balance condition.
RegularPerm Press Delicate
650
RPM
1000
RPM
5-1/2
minutes
1-1/2
minutes
6
minutes
1
minute
4
minutes
0
minutes
Technical
The basic operational system of this washer consists of
the electronic front-end control, the motor control,
pressure switch, water valves, electric pump, D.C.
motor and transformer.
The front end control performs all control and timing
functions like the timer in a topload washer. The front
end control sends simple speed and output commands
to the motor control via serial communication. The
front end control powers the door lock, pump and the
motor control.
The motor control powers the D.C. motor and
performs all motor control functions. The motor
control also powers the water and dispenser valves and
passes the pressure switch status to the front end
control. The motor control is powered through the
door switch, door lock switch and front end control.
An auto transformer provides 240 VAC for the motor
which the motor control converts to D.C. The motor
control also alerts the front end control to any errors in
the motor.
The motor control uses a speed sensor on the motor to
measure the drum RPM. Before entering any spin step
the motor control measures the RPM of the drum to
sense out-of-balance. The motor control will try to
redistribute the clothes if an out-of-balance condition
exists. The motor control will limit the spin speed to
several speeds depending on the severity of the out-ofbalance condition. If the out-of-balance condition is
severe enough, the motor control will limit speed to 90
RPM and will not spin.
NOTE: An additional out-of-balance switch is used
to detect any out-of-balance condition during spins.
If this switch opens during a spin step the motor
control immediately stops and restarts the spin step.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.
• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.
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Section 3
DRY2B
Additional coins
following path to
sensor
Coin Drop
Sensor
Coin in
Coin Slot
Troubleshooting
1. TROUBLESHOOTING COIN DROP
a. Non-Electronic Coin Drops:
When coin is placed into coin slot, the coin
should roll down drop and be heard dropping into
coin vault. If coin does not fall into coin vault or
if coin drop sensor does not register that coin has
been entered, follow troubleshooting instructions
on following page. Refer to Figure 1 for path that
coin follows when working properly.
IMPORTANT: Never use oil to correct coin drop
problems. Oil residue will prevent coins from
rolling properly.
IMPORTANT: Do not bend or damage mechanical
parts within coin drop.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.
• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.
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FLW1189B
WRONG EXTENSION
Dimension from end
of slide extension to
“L” Bracket Hole
is 3/4 inch
Dimension from end
of slide extension to
“L” Bracket Hole
is 9/16 inch
CORRECT EXTENSION
FLW1189B
(16) Move tension spring over cover catch.
Refer to Figure 4.
REINSTALL COIN DROP INTO MACHINE
(1) Reinstall coin drop into machine.
(2) Reconnect electrical power to machine and
drop.
(3) Add a coin to drop to verify that coin drop
is operating properly and that electrical
connection is working properly.
2. NO START ON COIN SLIDE FRONT CONTROL WASHERS
a. If coin slide fails to initiate cycle start, review coin slide extension dimensions in Figure 10. It is possible
that the wrong hole placement for locating the clutch activation arm is causing the “No Start” condition.
b. If hole dimensions vary from Figure 10, replace with 685593 coin slide extension.
c. Retest machine for proper operation with new extension.
Figure 10
3. NO SPIN CONDITION – MODELS THROUGH SERI AL NO. 9811005968
A “no spin” condition could be the result of an open circuit in the wire harness or out-of-balance switch.
a. Check that the harness is still connected to the out-of-balance switch. The wiring diagram may show the out-
of-balance switch as a normally open switch which is incorrect. The switch is a normally closed switch.
b. To test the electrical circuit, disconnect electrical power to the washer.
c. Remove the “H3” connector from the motor control board.
d. Use an Ohm meter and check the black/white to violet/white wires. Circuit should read closed, an open
reading indicates a bad switch or wire harness problem.
e. Flex the harness at the plastic retainer and test the switch and if okay, the base wire harness has an open
circuit and MUST be replaced.
f. After replacing the wire harness, tape the harness wires to the left front shock 1 ½ inches fr om top of shock.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.
• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.
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IMPORTANT: Leave a minimum of 8 inches of slack between tape on shock and the plastic wire retainer on
the out-of-balance switch mounting bracket. Refer to Figure 11.
4. TROUBLESHOOTING KNOCKING NOISE
If a frontload washer produces a noise similar to a knock on a door, it might be due to a flat spot on the belt.
The knocking sound is made when the flat spot hits the pulley. The knocking may occur during a pulse spin
and fade after reaching a higher RPM.
To correct this condition, replace the washer belt. Refer to Paragraph 52.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.
• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.
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5. NO MOTOR ROTATION, OR DR IVE FAILURE CODE “E:DF” ON ELECTRONIC DISPLAY
UNITS
NOTE: Verify that motor is receiving proper voltage. Disconnect electrical power to washer.
TEST PROCEDURE
a. At the rear of the washer, remove the lower access panel.
b. Reach in through the access panel opening and disconnect motor wire harness from motor.
c. Using an Ohmmeter, measure resistance at the terminals on the motor. Refer to Table 1.
NOTE: Resistance values may vary depending on type of Ohmmeter used.
Table 1
d. Replace motor if there is an open circuit on tach input (terminals 6-7) or winding circuits (terminals 1, 2 and
3), or if there is continuity between any terminal and the motor housing.
e. An open circuit between terminals 4 and 5 indicates a stuck or worn brush. Refer to appropriate service
procedure below.
SERVICE PROCEDURE: STUCK BRUSHES
a. Remove motor from washer. Refer to Paragraph 59.
b. Using a flashlight, view brushes through holes in motor end shield. Refer to Figure 12.
c. Inspect both brushes to determine if either brush braided wire is binding the brush movement. The braided
wire might be snagged on the seam in the corner of the metal brush holder. Refer to Figure 12.
NOTE: The copper braided wire should be located in the center of the brush assembly. If the braided wire
has fallen to the bottom of the brush, it will cause binding.
d. After determining which brush assembly is binding, carefully use the tip of a small screwdriver to unsnag
and reposition the braided wire. Refer to Figure 13. Make sure spring is making unobstructed contact with
the end of the brush. Rotate armature by hand to assure that brushes are seated.
e. Recheck resistance between motor terminals 4 and 5 to verify the brush position has been corrected.
f. Reinstall motor in washer.
g. Run washer through cycle to verify proper operation.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.
• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.
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FLW1648S
Brush
Spring
GOOD BRUSH
– Has visible amount of
brush material remaining.
Brush
Holder
Brush
FLW1648S
SERVICE PROCEDURE: WORN BRUSHES
a. Remove motor from washer. Refer to Paragraph 59.
b. Using a flashlight, view brushes through holes in motor end shield. Refer to Figure 14.
c. Inspect both brushes to determine if either brush is worn. Refer to Figures 14 and 15.
Figure 14
d. Replace worn brushes with 738P3 Motor Brush Kit. Follow instructions provided in kit.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.
• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.
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FLW1648S
Brush
Spring
GOOD BRUSH
– Has visible amount of
brush material remaining.
Brush
Holder
Brush
FLW1648S
Figure 15
SERVICE PROCEDURE: CLOGGED BRUSHES
a. Remove motor from washer. Refer to Paragraph 59.
b. Using a flashlight, view brushes through holes in motor end shield. Refer to Figure 14.
c. Inspect both brushes to determine if they are clogged due to a build-up of carbon dust.
d. If there is a visible amount of brush left, use a screwdriver or similar device to push brush back and forth to
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.
• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed.
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.
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EDC Models
6. EDC ERROR CODE LISTING
E:dfDrive failure.This error code is generated by the motor control and
transmitted to the master control. Several conditions can cause
this code; motor unplugged, motor failure (refer to
Paragraph 5), tachometer circuit open, inner basket locked up.
This is a fatal error. Machine must be unpowered to reset.
E:SPSerial communication error.This error code occurs when the master control cannot
communicate with the motor control. The master control will try
to reset the motor control by powering it down. It will try
resetting three times before setting the error code. Common
causes: transformer unplugged or defective, wiring to motor
control incorrect. This is a fatal error.
E:FLFill error.This error code occurs if the pressure switch fails to open in 30
minutes in any fill/agitate cycle. This is a fatal error.
dorDoor Open Indicator.This error code occurs when the door is not closed at the start of
an active cycle. If the door is closed, check for wiring or door
switches.
E:doDoor open error.This error code occurs if the control detects the door open and
door locked inputs high at the same time. You can get this error
if you jerk on the door when it is locked or as it is about to lock.
This is a fatal error.
E:dLDoor lock error.This error code occurs if the door does not lock in 15 seconds or
unlock in 3 minutes at the end of the cycle. This is a non-fatal
error. If the door locks or unlocks while E:dL is displayed it will
clear the error condition. Also if the door is opened after failing
to lock it will clear the display.
NOTE: If replacing an inoperative electronic control due to burnt pin(s) on the 6-pin wire harness connector
block, it may be due to damaged terminals in the harness connector. Damaged terminals in the harness
connector will appear burnt or show signs of heat discoloration on the connector block. Replace the control
wire harness with the control to avoid repeated damage.