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TABLEOFCONTENTS

INDICE

WASHER SAFETY ...................................................................... 3

PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 4

WASHER USE ............................................................................. 5

Understanding Washer Cycles .................................................... 5

loading ......................................................................................... 5

Normal Sounds ............................................................................ 5

Starting Your Washer ................................................................... 6

Selecting a Cycle.......................................................................... 7

Rinse and Spin ............................................................................ 7

Drain and Spin.............................................................................. 7

WASHER CARE ......................................................................... 8

Cleaning Your Washer ................................................................. 8

Water Inlet Hoses ......................................................................... 8

Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care ........................................... 8

TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................. 8

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................................... 10

WARRANTY .............................................................................. 11

SEGURIDAD DE LA LAVADORA ............................................. 13

PARTES Y CARACTER|STICAS ............................................... 14

USO DE LA LAVADORA ........................................................... 15

Pars comprender los ciclas de lavado ...................................... 15

C_mo can:jar............................................................................... 15

Sonidca normalas....................................................................... 15

Puasta an marcha de eu lavadora ............................................. 16

C_mo asleccionar un ciclo......................................................... 17

Enjuagar y exprimir..................................................................... 18

Deasguar y exprimir ................................................................... 18

CUIDADO DE LA LAVADORA .................................................. 18

Limpieza de eu lavadora ............................................................ 18

Mangueras de entmda del agua ................................................ 18

Cuidado durante las vananionas,

el aimacanamiento y las mudanzas ........................................... 18

SOLUCION DE PROBLEMAS .................................................. 19

ASISTENCIA O SERVlCIO ........................................................ 21

GARANTfA ................................................................................. 22

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WASHERSAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill orhurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or

"WARNING." These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages willtell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,and tell you what can happen if the instructionsare not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the riskof fire, electric shock, or injuryto persons when usingthe washer, follow basic

precautions, includingthe following:

• Read all instructions before using the washer.

• Do not wash articles that have been previously

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable,

or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite orexplode.

• 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 orexplode.

• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been

used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS

EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not

been used for such a period, before usingthe washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets

and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated

hydrogen gas. As the gas isflammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during thistime.

• Do not allow childrento play on or in the washer. Close

supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children.

• Before the washer is removed from service or discarded,

remove the door or lid.

• Do not reach intothe washer ifthe drum, tub or agitator

is moving.

• Do not install or store the washer where it will be

exposed to the weather.

• Do not tamper with controls.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or

attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual or in published user-repair instructions

that you understand and have the skillsto carry out.

• See "Electrical Requirements" for grounding instructions.

SAVE THESEINSTRUCTIONS

PARTSANDFEATURES

This manual covers several different models. The washer you have purchased may have some or all of the parts andfeatures listed

below.

1. Control panel

2. Model and serial number label

3. Liquid fabric softener dispenser

4. Agitator

5. Lid

Control panel

6. Liquid bleach dispenser

7. Basket

8. Tub Another feature your washer may have

Extra Rinse option

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WASHERUSE

Understandlng WasherCycles

When the Cycle Control knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected load size) before agitation and timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling;

agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down. During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous rollover action

(onsome models) that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash load.

After agitation starts, the Cycle Control knob turns clockwise until

it points to an OFF area and the cycle ends. NOTE: The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These

pauses are normal for washer operation.

WASH RINSE

1.Fill _ 1. Fill

selected time

2. Wash _ 2. Rinse

No agitation No agitation

._ 3. Draint _ 3. Drain

I _1 4. Spin _1 4. Spin-Spray dnse

Loa ng

Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the LOAD SIZE selector

to the highest load size setting.

SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS

Heavy Work Clothes 3 pair pants 1 coverall

3 shirts 1 overall 4 pairjeans

Dellcatea 3 camisoles 6 undergarments 1 quilted robe 2 sets of slespwesr

4 slips 1 child's outfit

Towels

10 bathtowels 14 washcloths 10 hand towels 1 bath mat

MIxed Load 3 double sheets 2 shirts

4 pillowcases 2 blouses 8 T-shirts 8 handkerchiefs

6 pairshorts

NormalSounds

Your new washer may make sounds your old one didn't. Because the sounds might be unfamiliar,you may be concerned about

them. These sounds are normal.

During washing

When you select a small load size setting, your washer has a

lower water level. This can cause a clicking sound from the upper part of the agitator.

During drain If water is drained quickly from your washer (depending on your

installation), you may hear air being pulled through the pump during the end of draining.

After drain and before spin When the cycle changes from draining to spinning, you may hear

gears engaging.

_1 5. Spin

t The PermanentPresscycle I == I 6. Off

partially drains, fills,agitates bdefi_,and drains.

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StarfingYour Washer

Fire Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are

dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids.

No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of

oil on it (including cooking oils).

Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

a Load evenly to maintain washer balance. Mix large and small

items.

Items should move easilythrough the wash water. Overloading can cause poor cleaning.

To reduce wrinkling of permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits, use a large load size to provide more space

(see step 5).

(OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach into

the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some models).

Bleach will be dispensed automatically during the wash part of the cycle.

a Never uss more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use

leas with a smaller load size.

a Follow the manufacturer's directions for safe use. a To avoid spilling, use a cup with a pouring spout. Do not

let bleach splash, drip, or run down into the washer basket.

a Use only liquid chlorine bleach in this dispenssc

3. (OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid fabric softener into

the liquid fabric softener dispenser. Softener is added

automatically during the rinse portion of the cycle.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1. Measure detergent and pour it into the wsshen If desired, add powdered or liquid color safe bleach. Add extra detergent for

the Super cycle.

Drop a sorted load of clothes loosely into your wsshen

Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water untilliquid reaches the crossbar in the opening.

= Do not spill or drip any fabric softener on the clothes. a Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.

4. Close the wssher lid.

5. Push ina LOAD SIZE selector button for the correct size of

your wash load and the type of fabric being washed.

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LOAD SIZE

a Chooss a load size thet allows the load to move freely for

beat fabric care. Sea "Loading."

l You may change the load size selection after the washer

has started filling by pushing in a selector button for a different setting.

6. Push ina WASH TEMPS. selector button to get the correct setting for the type offabric and soils being washed. Use the

warmest water safe for fabric. Follow garment label

instructions.

Water Temp Use For

Hot Whites and pastels 11I°F (44°C) Heavy soils

or abovs

Warm Bright colors

90°-110°F Moderate to light soils (32°-43°C)

Cold Colors that bleed or fade 70°-gO°F Light soils

(21°-32°C)

NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 70°F (21°C), detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult

to remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have

increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments).

7. (OPTIONAL) Some models have an EXTRA RINSE selector. For an additional rinse and spin at the end of a wash cycle,

set the EXTRA RINSE selector to ON. On some models, the Extra Rinse feature is part of the cycle.

8. Push inthe Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using e

small load size setting. See "Selecting a Cycle."

• Refer to "Understanding Washer Cycles" to learn what happens during a wash cycle.

rE]_. RINSE

REGULAR

PERMANENT

PRESS

GENTLE OFF

Regular cycle

This cycle features high-speed agitation for cleaning cottons and

linens. High spin speeds shorten drying time. Select Normal or Heavy settings for loads that are moderately or heavily soiled. For lightlysoiled loads, use the shortest Light setting.

Super - Select the Super setting to wash heavilysoiled loads that need maximum soil removal. Use two times the recommended

amount of detergent for this cycle.

Extra Rinse option Selecting this option provides a second rinse with the same

water temperature as selected for the first rinse. An Extra Rinse

can be added to any wash cycle.

Permanent Press cycle

This cycle starts with high-speed agitation and then steps down to low-speed agitation for cleaning permanent press blends and

synthetic fabrics. To minimize wrinkling, this cycle features a cool-down rinse and a low-speed final spin. Select Light or Normal settings to clean lightly to moderately soiled loads.

Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washen

To stop or restart your washer

• To stop the washer at any time, push inthe Cycle Control

knob.

• To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out the Cycle Control knob.

SelectingaCycle

This section describes the available wash cycles and will help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each

cycle is designed for different types offabric and soil levels.

• The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal. Refer to "Normal Sounds" to learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash cycle.

Gentle cycle

This cycle features low-speed agitation, followed by a short spin.

Select Gentle setting to gently clean special-care items that are lightlyor moderately soiled.

Rinseand Spin

When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing

special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed.

1. Push inthe Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of

the Rinse settings.

2. Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer fillsto the

selected load size, agitates, drains, and spins.

NOTE: An Extra Rinse option is available (on some models). See "Starting Your Washer:"

Drainand Spin

A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess wateE

1. Push inthe Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of

the Spin settings.

2. Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer drains, then spins.

WASHERCARE

CleanlngYourWasher

Cleaning the exterior Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as

detergent or bleach. Occasionally wipe the outside of your

washer to keep it looking new.

Cleaning the interior Clean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine

bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Pour this into your

washer and run it through a complete cycle using hot water.

Repeat this process if necessary. NOTE: Remove any hard water deposits using only clasners

labeled as washer safe.

WaterInletHoses

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

When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement

on the label with a permanent marker.

Vacation,Storage,andMovingCare

Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your

washer. Ifstoring or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it.

Non-use or vacation care Operate your washer only when you are at home. Ifyou will be on

vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time,

you should:

• Unplug washer or disconnect power.

• Turn off the water supply to the washe_ This helps avoid

accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you

are away.

To winterize washer

1. Shut off both water faucets.

2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

3. Put 1 clt(1 L) of R.V-type antifreeze in the basket.

4. Run washer on a drain and spin setting (see "Rinse and Spin") for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and wate_

5. Unplug washer or disconnect power. To use washer again

1. Flush water pipes and hoses.

2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.

3. Turn on both water faucets.

4. Plug inwasher or reconnect power.

5. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid

the cost of a service call...

Washer won't fill, dnse or agitate

• Check the following:

Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet? Is the indicator on the Cycle Control knob properly lined up

with a cycle? Turn the Cycle Control knob to the right slightly and pull to start.

Are the water inlet valve screens clogged? Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on?

Is the water inlet hose kinked? Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer

appear to not fill completely? The top of the agitator is much higher than the highest water

level. This creates a perception that the washer is not filling completely. This is normal.

Washer stops

Check the following: Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet?

Is the indicator on the Cycle Control knob properly lined up with a cycle? Turn the Cycle Control knob to the right slightly

and pull to start. Are the water inlet valve screens clogged? Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on?

Is the water inlet hose kinked? msthere power at the plug?

Check your electrical source or call an electrician. Has a fuse blown or is the circuit breaker open?

If problem continues, call an electrician. Are you using an extension cord?

Do not use an extension CO_m msthe washer in a normal pause in the Permanent Press

cycle? The washer pauses for about 2 minutes in the Permanent

Press cycle. Allow the cycle to continue. The Gentle cyclefeatures periods of agitation and soak.

Is the lid open? The lidmust be closed during operation.

Is the washer overloaded? Wash smaller loads.

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