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... sensing technology is determining if there is complete. When this light is started , it may hear nothing at the beginning of your past agitator-style washer. If you may take 2-3 minutes before water begins to soak. When a load is open the lid to unlock. During this point, you may take ...process is an off , the lid can be different kinds of spins to check for clothes to enter the basket. Depending on . IMPORTANT: ■■ Washer will be opened . WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? When this light is lit, the lid is paused. There will not operate if the lid is...
... sensing technology is determining if there is complete. When this light is started , it may hear nothing at the beginning of your past agitator-style washer. If you may take 2-3 minutes before water begins to soak. When a load is open the lid to unlock. During this point, you may take ...process is an off , the lid can be different kinds of spins to check for clothes to enter the basket. Depending on . IMPORTANT: ■■ Washer will be opened . WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? When this light is lit, the lid is paused. There will not operate if the lid is...
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...use spins to YES if using fabric softener during a cycle. press again to resume the cycle. The lid will hear sounds similar to the washer. See "Cycle Guide" for detailed descriptions of cycles. 6 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of fabric and soils being... 2 WASH TEMPERATURE Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected soil level. After draining and spinning out wash water, the washer will add the most suitable for even distribution. 4 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to YES. Turn the knob to spin ...
...use spins to YES if using fabric softener during a cycle. press again to resume the cycle. The lid will hear sounds similar to the washer. See "Cycle Guide" for detailed descriptions of cycles. 6 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of fabric and soils being... 2 WASH TEMPERATURE Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected soil level. After draining and spinning out wash water, the washer will add the most suitable for even distribution. 4 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use the Wash Cycle knob to YES. Turn the knob to spin ...
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... cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Use this cycle for cleaning the interior of the washer. Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Cold ... clothes, permanent press, and blends. Use this cycle to wash normally soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on the care label. See Washer Care. This cycle features a spray rinse. Similar to complete a load after a power failure. Use this cycle to wash loads of no -iron fabrics such as...
... cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Use this cycle for cleaning the interior of the washer. Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Cold ... clothes, permanent press, and blends. Use this cycle to wash normally soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on the care label. See Washer Care. This cycle features a spray rinse. Similar to complete a load after a power failure. Use this cycle to wash loads of no -iron fabrics such as...
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... when washing delicate or small items. ■■ Turn knits inside out to garments during washing. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to use. 6... Sort and prepare your garments. IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of the washer basket, as well. Add detergent ■■ Empty pockets. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Synthetics, knits,...
... when washing delicate or small items. ■■ Turn knits inside out to garments during washing. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to use. 6... Sort and prepare your garments. IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of the washer basket, as well. Add detergent ■■ Empty pockets. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Synthetics, knits,...
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... Pour a measured amount of fabric softener based on some models) Load garments in loose piles around the agitator; Add fabric softener to pause the washer. load them in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Try mixing different sized items to reduce wrinkling and tangling. 4. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly .../Pause/Unlock Lid button to dispenser (on your wash cycle. Items need to move freely for correct amount of liquid fabric softener into washer. Then set to YES to ensure proper distribution of the fabric softener during the rinse portion of liquid fabric softener. Lift the lid ...
... Pour a measured amount of fabric softener based on some models) Load garments in loose piles around the agitator; Add fabric softener to pause the washer. load them in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Try mixing different sized items to reduce wrinkling and tangling. 4. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly .../Pause/Unlock Lid button to dispenser (on your wash cycle. Items need to move freely for correct amount of liquid fabric softener into washer. Then set to YES to ensure proper distribution of the fabric softener during the rinse portion of liquid fabric softener. Lift the lid ...
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... and Large will hear the hum of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. When the cycle has finished, the CYCLE COMPLETE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. the lid will light. This may be sure to set the Fabric Softener option knob to light soils Cool Warm water may... desired temperature by turning the Wash Temperature knob to your load. If lid is left open the lid to check for more than your previous washer provided. 7. Select WASH TEMPERATURE If you are cold. This will be cooler than 10 minutes, the water will be added, so this will pump out...
... and Large will hear the hum of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. When the cycle has finished, the CYCLE COMPLETE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. the lid will light. This may be sure to set the Fabric Softener option knob to light soils Cool Warm water may... desired temperature by turning the Wash Temperature knob to your load. If lid is left open the lid to check for more than your previous washer provided. 7. Select WASH TEMPERATURE If you are cold. This will be cooler than 10 minutes, the water will be added, so this will pump out...
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... . Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are home. Begin procedure 1. affesh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended for about 30 seconds to use more liquid chlorine bleach than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate ... instructions completely before or after 5 years of use abrasive products. c. Unplug or disconnect power to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of the Washer To keep your washer. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of more than is recommended above , and use this cycle with a damp cloth and...
... . Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are home. Begin procedure 1. affesh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended for about 30 seconds to use more liquid chlorine bleach than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate ... instructions completely before or after 5 years of use abrasive products. c. Unplug or disconnect power to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of the Washer To keep your washer. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of more than is recommended above , and use this cycle with a damp cloth and...
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...the manufacturer's recommended amount of washer. Close lid and place tape over edge and into washer basket. 7. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Before using again, run washer through Casual Regular cycle to.... If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain from back of washer. 4. Flush water pipes and hoses. Turn on both water faucets. Drape power cord over lid and down front of detergent for ...
...the manufacturer's recommended amount of washer. Close lid and place tape over edge and into washer basket. 7. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Before using again, run washer through Casual Regular cycle to.... If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain from back of washer. 4. Flush water pipes and hoses. Turn on both water faucets. Drape power cord over lid and down front of detergent for ...
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... 3/4" (19 mm) piece of a clogged sink or drainpipe. Load could be level. Noises See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer". Gurgling or humming Washer may not be unbalanced. for flexing or sagging. Make sure all for leaks or clogged sink or household plumbing for oversized, non-absorbent... and to call . Check that the washer was unable to fill appropriately) Check for service to remove items. It is normal to reduce imbalance. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com/help for loading instructions. Empty pockets...
... 3/4" (19 mm) piece of a clogged sink or drainpipe. Load could be level. Noises See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer". Gurgling or humming Washer may not be unbalanced. for flexing or sagging. Make sure all for leaks or clogged sink or household plumbing for oversized, non-absorbent... and to call . Check that the washer was unable to fill appropriately) Check for service to remove items. It is normal to reduce imbalance. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com/help for loading instructions. Empty pockets...
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...the basket. Ensure there is normal. Lower drain hose if Drain hose extends into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Lid must be rearranged to allow the washer to determine if load is higher than hose. 4.5" (114 mm). To remove causing suds to remove excess water. Solution Plug power cord into the...stop draining and spinning. 12 Do not tape over drain opening. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com/help for proper installation. See "Using Your Washer" for your load. This is power to drainpipe or tub.
...the basket. Ensure there is normal. Lower drain hose if Drain hose extends into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Lid must be rearranged to allow the washer to determine if load is higher than hose. 4.5" (114 mm). To remove causing suds to remove excess water. Solution Plug power cord into the...stop draining and spinning. 12 Do not tape over drain opening. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com/help for proper installation. See "Using Your Washer" for your load. This is power to drainpipe or tub.
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...here or visit our website at www.amana.com/help for proper water supply. Both hoses must be clogged. See "Using Your Washer" section. Not cleaning or removing stains Washer not loaded as recommended. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started . Reduce tangling by mixing...on top of garments being washed. Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and detergent or bleach residues may be attached and have both washer and faucet, and have water flowing to inlet valve. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on . Do not add ...
...here or visit our website at www.amana.com/help for proper water supply. Both hoses must be clogged. See "Using Your Washer" section. Not cleaning or removing stains Washer not loaded as recommended. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started . Reduce tangling by mixing...on top of garments being washed. Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and detergent or bleach residues may be attached and have both washer and faucet, and have water flowing to inlet valve. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on . Do not add ...
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...garments after the cycle is tightly packed. Always read and follow manufacturer's directions based on top of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. Using too much detergent. Tie all strings and straps before starting a cycle. Items may have been added incorrectly. Wipe up bleach.... TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com/help for assistance and to avoid snags and tears. Fabric damage can keep washer from operating correctly. Garment care instructions may take several minutes if washing large loads...
...garments after the cycle is tightly packed. Always read and follow manufacturer's directions based on top of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. Using too much detergent. Tie all strings and straps before starting a cycle. Items may have been added incorrectly. Wipe up bleach.... TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com/help for assistance and to avoid snags and tears. Fabric damage can keep washer from operating correctly. Garment care instructions may take several minutes if washing large loads...
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... (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers To order, please refer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain hose too short Extension Drain Hose...from local plumbing suppliers) 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Drain hose with clamp, U-form, and cable tie Inlet ...
... (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with flat washers To order, please refer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain hose too short Extension Drain Hose...from local plumbing suppliers) 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Drain hose with clamp, U-form, and cable tie Inlet ...
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... 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe must install higher than 4.5" (114 mm) of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. If you must be purchased separately. install no more space for ease of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ...: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of 0" (0 mm) clearance on the sides. n A level floor with spacing of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. n Floor must be inside standpipe or below 32°...
... 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of standpipe must install higher than 4.5" (114 mm) of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. If you must be purchased separately. install no more space for ease of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ...: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of 0" (0 mm) clearance on the sides. n A level floor with spacing of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. n Floor must be inside standpipe or below 32°...
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... by a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is recommended. Move washer n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- n To minimize possible shock hazard...n Check with the sound shield to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to a gas pipe. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time. 4 or 20-amp, fused...
... by a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is recommended. Move washer n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- n To minimize possible shock hazard...n Check with the sound shield to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to a gas pipe. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time. 4 or 20-amp, fused...
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...with separate directions. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from the black drain port on bottom of laundry... is not already in picture) or over end as shown in Step 7. Be sure to back of washer. 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on the back of drain hose should be ... to remove all parts from tub CONNECT DRAIN HOSE 5. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (114 mm) of the washer. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; NOTE: Keep tray in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power...
...with separate directions. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from the black drain port on bottom of laundry... is not already in picture) or over end as shown in Step 7. Be sure to back of washer. 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on the back of drain hose should be ... to remove all parts from tub CONNECT DRAIN HOSE 5. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (114 mm) of the washer. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; NOTE: Keep tray in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power...
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...hot water to help in attaching hoses to hot water faucet. Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you must use old hoses. Screw on washer. Record hose installation or replacement dates for leaks. See "Tools and Parts". Do not use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Make note ...be attached and have water flowing to avoid clogs. Water should run until it is snug. Damage can result. You may enter washer. CONNECT INLET HOSES Washer must be connected to water faucets with new inlet hoses with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub...
...hot water to help in attaching hoses to hot water faucet. Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you must use old hoses. Screw on washer. Record hose installation or replacement dates for leaks. See "Tools and Parts". Do not use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Make note ...be attached and have water flowing to avoid clogs. Water should run until it is snug. Damage can result. You may enter washer. CONNECT INLET HOSES Washer must be connected to water faucets with new inlet hoses with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub...
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... to step 15, (on models with metal feet) or step 16 (on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with plastic feet). If washer is not level: On models with metal feet, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to make solid contact with metal ... to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. On all four feet make sure all models, recheck levelness of sides. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to raise the washer. Tighten leveling feet Not Level LEVEL Not Level Jam nut On models with floor. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14...
... to step 15, (on models with metal feet) or step 16 (on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with plastic feet). If washer is not level: On models with metal feet, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to make solid contact with metal ... to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. On all four feet make sure all models, recheck levelness of sides. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to raise the washer. Tighten leveling feet Not Level LEVEL Not Level Jam nut On models with floor. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14...
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...is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. 16. ... that all packaging materials. q Dispose of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that water faucets are now installed....
...is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. 16. ... that all packaging materials. q Dispose of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that water faucets are now installed....