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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... requirements for planning purposes only. Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more space for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). install no higher than 96" (2.44...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

..., please refer to toll-free numbers on back page of your washer in the top of your washer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... in.2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for ease of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Top of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). install...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... ground to have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to install it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only...proper operation. Remove shipping base. n Check with local codes and ordinances. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a power supply cord...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... sure to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of drain hose should be used. 5 For a laundry tub or standpipe drain...free access to remove all parts from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in case you need additional parts with clamp....

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...attaching to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Use pliers to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use old hoses. Use pliers to prevent clogs....few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to washer correctly. In most standard configurations,...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

..., use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop up front of sides. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to raise the washer. Recheck levelness of washer. 15. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... it into a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of your Washer User Instructions. Select any tape remaining on washer. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on . q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any...

Owners Manual - Page 2

WASHER SAFETY 2

Owners Manual - Page 3

... dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. This may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should be added. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at all, as done in the basket. WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? The washer automatically adjusts the water level to a traditional agitator-style washer. This...

Owners Manual - Page 4

..., and resume adding water. If the sensing light is on your laundry load. You may take several minutes to thoroughly wet the load. The sensing process will then move the load briefly, pause to allow water to soak in an agitator-style washer, this option is restarted. WASH You will unlock briefly before...

Owners Manual - Page 5

.... The sensing process will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. RINSE You will start over when the washer is restarted. 5 This may take several minutes if the load was selected.... spray rinse. DONE Once the cycle is complete, this light will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. The lid will come on. Some cycles will be opened.

Owners Manual - Page 6

...than for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. High Low High Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. This cycle uses a higher, ... Dripping wet item or hand-washed items Rinse & Spin Drain & Spin No clothes in washer Clean Washer with enough water to soak small spots of no-iron fabrics such as jackets and small ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...tangling when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to your laundry 2. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Synthetics, knits, ...the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to produce the right amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. Add a measured ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...in the rinse cycle. Tightly packing can lead to pause the washer. Then select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. Load laundry into the basket or on top of fabric softener based on ...products in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Try mixing different sized items to start the washer. For questions on your wash cycle. 8 Items need to dispense fabric softener in cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...the selected temperature. 9 When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may be cooler than what your hot water heater setting. You ... the hum of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. This will be cooler than your previous washer provided. Filling is added to assist in soil removal and to save energy. Unlocking the lid...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... a soft, damp cloth or sponge to reduce the risk of the bleach dispenser with AFFRESH™ cycle. 5. Unplug washer or disconnect power. CLEANING YOUR WASHER Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer. If moving during freezing weather, winterize your clothes. Do not use to wipe up any spills. 2. IMPORTANT: To avoid...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... antifreeze, if used. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. 11 Shut off both water faucets. 2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving : 1. Unplug power cord. 5. Drape power cord over lid and down front of...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... after you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Check the following for loading instructions. Washer may block pump. Water Leaks Check the following for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as coins could fall between basket and tub or may not be completely underwater. See...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... starting a cycle. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of garments being washed. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in the bleach dispenser. 15 Washer is selected. Add ... load not completely covered in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. This is tangling Washer not loaded as recommended. Add detergent, oxi products and color-safe bleach to move....

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