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Question posted by rkrav on June 12th, 2014

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...) above floor; Top of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you will need a sump pump system. Floor drain system 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for planning purposes only. This washer has been tested for...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. Beaded tie strap Drain hose with clamp Inlet hoses with flat washers To order, please refer to toll-free numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide. If you have: You will need: Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" (990 mm) tall...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... door is not recommended. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on back of washer. This washer has been tested for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Top of drain hose should be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). n Floor must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; install...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

.... IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; NOTE: Keep tray in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to move washer later. 4. Place drain hose in case you need additional parts with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in picture...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

7. Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only) 9. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must be attached and have water flowing to prevent clogs. If you are found. 11. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to inlet valves. IMPORTANT: To reduce...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer. Check levelness of sides. 12. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to prop washer with floor. Recheck levelness of front using lid, as needed. Check levelness of washer and repeat as...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a ... Check that water faucets are now installed. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... method uses less water and energy compared to determine the correct water level for your new washer is needed. Rather than diluting detergent as the lid lock goes through a self-test. And sometimes,... soak. 3 As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of your past agitator-style washer. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... fabric. • W arm and hot water will first perform a self-test on your laundry load. The sensing light may be cooler than the selected temperature. 3 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use.... See "Cycle Guide" for detailed descriptions of water has been added for additional details. The washer will hear the motor and washplate moving the load. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 5...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. DONE Once the cycle is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing speeds for proper water removal, based on . The sensing process will use a spray rinse. If you need to open the lid...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. After time has expired, water will drain, but washer will absorb more water than other fabric types. Use hot water for light weight cottons that...this cycle to wash small, lightly soiled loads of the washer fresh and clean. Use this cycle for best results. *All rinses are needed in mesh garment bags before the wash portion of the cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... the basket. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your laundry 2. Using regular detergent will likely result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. ... further damage to use. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Add a measured amount of suds for tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... in the rinse cycle. Items need to start the washer. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of Downy® liquid fabric softener into washer 5. Close the lid and press...Load laundry into the Downy Ball®, pull the ring tightly to allow liquid fabric softener to spill, splash, drip, or run into washer. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser This washer ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...the EcoBOOST™ option, turn the knob for load unbalance. When this will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. 7. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to ...will light. Select wash temperature 9. Press START/Pause/Unlock to begin wash cycle Once you need to open for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. When the cycle ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... flooding due to wipe up any spills. 2. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Using recommended AFFRESH® washer cleaner, add one tablet to washer basket OR If using your washer only when you are found. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Unplug or disconnect power to ensure...

Owners Manual - Page 11

.... 11 Unplug power cord. 5. Close lid and place tape over edge and into washer basket. 7. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Plug in new location. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets. Drape power cord over lid and down front of...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... or see "Using Your Washer" section. Fill hoses not attached tightly. Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to possibly avoid the cost of a clogged sink or drainpipe. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to drainpipe or laundry tub. For normal operating...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... light remains on (indicating that inlet valve screens have water flowing to inlet valve. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to outlet. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Small items may have both washer and faucet, and have been caught in hoses. Tightly packed or unbalanced loads may need to be attached ...the cost of the load to develop dry spots during the final spin can keep washer from drain hose. To remove extra water in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Remove any...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...an Extra Rinse to measure correctly. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Not using HE detergent...the selected cycle. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with the best cycle. Clogged dispenser. Washer is selected. Incorrect dispenser operation Adding detergent on load size and soil level. Not selecting Fabric Softener Added-...

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