Use and GuideHome Laundry Automatic Washer

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KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. (If the washer changesownership, be sure this manual accompanies the washer.)

Part No. 38643R3November 1997

Table ofContents

Important Safety Instructions .................................................................. 3Before Washing

Prepare Wash Load .............................................................................. 5Sort ....................................................................................................... 5Pretreat ................................................................................................. 5

Loading the WasherLoad Articles ........................................................................................ 6Load Sizes ............................................................................................ 6Water Level .......................................................................................... 6

WaterWater Hardness .................................................................................... 7Iron ....................................................................................................... 7

Wash Temperature ............................................................................... 7Laundry Tips .............................................................................................. 8Washing Temperature Guide ................................................................... 9

Optional FeaturesBleach Dispenser ............................................................................... 10Agitator Cap ....................................................................................... 10Fabric Softener Dispenser ................................................................. 10

Special CareStarching ............................................................................................ 11Knits ................................................................................................... 11Permanent Press ................................................................................. 12

Washing Special Items ............................................................................ 13Washing Problems ................................................................................... 14Stain Removal .......................................................................................... 15Maintenance

Cold Weather Care ............................................................................. 18Care Of Your Washer ........................................................................ t 8Vacations and Extended Non-Use ..................................................... l 8

Reinstallation of Shipping Materials ................................................. 18Motor Overload Protector ...................................................................... 18Before You Call For Service ................................................................... 19

If Service Is Required .............................................................................. 19Factory Service Center ............................................................................ 20Information For Handy Reference ........................................ Back Cover

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS(Save These Instructions)

WARNINGTo reduce the risk of

fire, electric shock,serious injury or deathto persons when usingyour washer, followthese basic precautions:

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1. Read all instructions before

using the washer.

2. Refer to the GROUNDINGINSTRUCTIONS in theINSTALLATION manual

for the proper grounding ofthe washer.

3. Do not wash articles thathave been previouslycleaned in, washed in,

soaked in, or spotted withgasoline, dry-cleaningsolvents, other flammable orexplosive substances as theygive off vapors that couldignite or explode.

4. Do not add gasoline,dry-cleaning solvents, orother flammable or

explosive substances to thewash water. These

substances give off vaporsthat could ignite or explode.

. Under certain conditions,hydrogen gas may beproduced in a hot watersystem that has not beenused for two weeks or more.HYDROGEN GAS ISEXPLOSIVE. If the hot

water system has not beenused fiJr such a period,before using a washingmachine or combination

washer-dryer, turn on allhot water faucets and let thewater flow from each forseveral minutes. This will

release any accumulatedhydrogen gas. THE GAS ISFLAMMABLE, DO NOTSMOKE OR USE ANOPEN FLAME DURINGTHIS TIME.

6. Do not allow children to

play on or in the washer.Close supervision ofchildren is necessary whenthe washer is used near

children. This is a safetyrule for all appliances.

7. Before the washer isremoved from service or

discarded, remove the lid tothe washing compartment.

8. Do not reach into thewasher if the washtub or

agitator is moving.

9. Do not install or store thewasher where it will be

exposed to water and/orweather.

10. Do not tamper with thecontrols.

11. Do not repair or replace anypart of the washer, orattempt any servicing unlessspecifically recommended inthe user-maintenance

instructions or in publisheduser-repair instructions thatyou understand and havethe skills to carry out.

12. To reduce the risk of an

electric shock or fire, DONOT use an extension cord

or an adapter to connect thewasher to the electrical

power source.

13. Use your washer only for itsintended purpose, washingclothes.

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ALWAYS disconnect thewasher from electrical

supply before attemptingany service. Disconnect thepower cord by grasping theplug, not the cord.

Install the washer accordingto the INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS. All

connections for water,

drain, electrical power andgrounding must complywith local codes and be

made by licensed personnelwhen required. Do not do ityourself unless you knowhow!

I"o reduce the risk of fire,clothes which have traces of

any flammable substancessuch as vegetable oil,cooking oil, machine oil,flammable chemicals,thinner, etc. or anythingcontaining wax or chemicals

such as in mops andcleaning cloths, must not beput into the washer. These

flammable substances maycause the fabric to catch on

fire by itself.

Do not use fabric softeners

or products to eliminatestatic unless recommended

by the manufacturer of thefabric softener or product.

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18. Keep your washer in goodcondition. Bumping or

dropping the washer candamage safety features. Ifthis occurs, have yourwasher checked by aqualified service person.

19. Replace worn power cordsand/or loose plugs.

20. Be sure water connectionshave a shut-off valve andthat fill hose connections are

tight. CLOSE the shut-offvalves at the end of each

wash day.

21. Loading door MUST BECLOSED any time the

washer is to agitate or spin.DO NOT by-pass theloading door switch bypermitting the washer to

agitate or spin with theloading door open. A brakewill stop the washtub withinseconds if the loading dooris opened during spinning.If the washtub does not stopwhen the loading door isopened, remove the washerfrom use and call the service

person.

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Always read and followmanufacturer's instructions

on packages of laundry andcleaning aids. Heed allwarnings or precautions. Toreduce the risk of poisoningor chemical burns, keepthem out of the reach ofchildren at all times

(preferably in a lockedcabinet).

Always follow the fabriccare instructions suppliedby the garmentmanufacturer.

Never operate the washerwith any guards and/or

panels removed.

DO NOT operate thewasher with missing orbroken parts.

DO NOT by-pass any safetydevices.

Failure to install, maintain,

and/or operate thismachine according to themanufacturer's instructions

may result in conditionswhich can produce bodilyinjury and/or propertydamage.

NOTE: The WARNING ANDIMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS appearing inthis manual are not meant to

cover all possible conditions and

situations that may occur.Common sense, caution andcare must be exercised when

installing, maintaining, oroperating the washer.

Always contact your dealer,distributor, service agent or themanufacturer about any problemsor conditions you do notunderstand.

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Before Washing...

Prepare Wash Load

Empty Pockets and CuffsMake sure all pockets are emptyand turn them inside out. One

bobby pin, metal or plastic toy,nail or sharp object in a load cancatch laundry and cause tears.Facial tissue left in a pocket willproduce extreme "lint". A crayonor lipstick in a wash load maycause stains that cannot beremoved. Roll down cuffs and

shake out grass, sand, and gravel.

Mend Rips and TearsLittle holes can become bigger inthe washer. Mend holes and tears

before placing garments in thewasher.

Close Zipper and Fasten HooksThese can catch on garments in awash load and tear them. Tie belts

and sashes so they won't windaround clothes.

Remove Nonwashable Trim

Check for colorfastness by

squeezing a portion of garment inwarm or hot sudsy water. If thecolor bleeds or runs, wash the

item separately in cold water.

Sort

Proper sorting is easy if youfollow a few guidelines:

1. Sort by C()lor

Whites

Lights

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Cottons andLinens

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Synthetics,Blends & Poly Knits

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Sort By Type and Amount ofSoil

Children's play clothes, as wellas work clothes, will need extra

treatment. Lightly soiledclothes can become dingy ifwashed with heavily soileditems.

Sort Lint "Shedders" FromLint "Receivers"Some fabrics attract lint andshould not be washed with lint-

shedding loads. Lint sheddersme cottons, terry towels,

chenille bedspreads, rugs, andclothes which have been

heavily bleached.

Lint receivers are synthetics,permanent or durable press,knits (including socks),corduroy, and other smoothfabrics.

Pretreat

Pretreat shin collars and cuffs

with a pre-wash product or liquid

detergent when placing them in

the washer. Before washing, treat

special stains with bar soap, liquid

detergent or a paste of water and

granular detergent. Use a pretreatsoil and stain remover.

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Load'ng the Washer...

Load Articles

Load items by the amount ofspace they take up, not by theirweight. Mix large and small itemsin a load to get the best washingresults.

Drop items loosely into thewashtub. The bulk of the clothes

rather than the weight willdetermine load size. Do not pack

items in or wrap them around theagitator. Overloading can causepoor cleaning, excessivewrinkling, and tears.

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Items should move freely throughthe wash water for best cleaningresults. Items should rollover,sink and then reappear.

When washing very' large items,do not fill washtub as full as withother loads.

Load Sizes

Small

3-4 perm. press dress shirtsOR

1 twin sheet, 1 pillow caseOR

1-2 lightweight dresses

Medium

6-7 perm. press shirtsOR

2 twin sheets, 2 pillow casesOR

8 standard bath towels,6 wash cloths

Large10-11 perm. press shirts

OR

2 full size sheets, 2 pillow cases, 2pair men's pajamas

OR12 standard bath towels,

4 hand towels, 4 wash cloths

Extra Large (OPTIONAL)8-9 shirts and

5 pair polyester pantsOR

2 queen size sheets,4 pillow cases, 2 nightgowns

1 pair men's pajamasOR

1 queen size bedspread

Reset (OPTIONAL)

Use the RESET if agitation hasstarted and more water is neededfor the load.

Water Level

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NOTE: Illustrations shown with

fabric softener dispenser. Yourwasher may have an agitatorcap.

The water level in your washershould fit the size of your washload. Small loads will use lowerwater levels. There must be

enough water in the washtub toallow items to move and turn over

freely.

Overloading the washtub canresult in poor washing andrinsing.

Overloading may also causewrinkling and tearing of items.

IMPORTANT: If in doubt

always use a higher water level.Most average loads will requirewater setting of Large. Failureto have the correct volume ofwater relative to the load willincrease the incidence ofexcessive lint.

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Water...

Water Hardness

.....:........ Soft Water

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_ Moderately Hard:-.:_. --;],;4_ Water

J 300 milligramsper liter

Hard Water

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__ Very Hard Water.:._,.z-'- ;J_/ Over 500 milligrams

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Water hardness is measured in

grains per gallon (G.P.G.) or partsper million (P.P.M.). To learnyour water hardness, call yourWater Department or StateExtension Service. Hard waterwill not remove soil as well as

soft water and can result in gray,clingy laundry. To get clothesclean in hard water, use a

phosphate detergent or use moredetergent if using a non-phosphate detergent. Do not use

soap.

Hard Water May Be SoftenedBy:1. A mechanical water softener

installed in your home.

2. The use of a packaged waterconditioner.

Soft Water

Water should be soft enough toallow soaps and detergents toremove soil effectively. Clotheswill be whiter and brighter whenwashed and rinsed in soft water.

Iron

If iron is present in the water, theclothes may become an all-overyellow or they may be stainedwith brown or orange spots orstreaks. Iron is not always visiblein the water.

Solutions to Iron ProblemsThe installation of a watersoftener will remove smallamounts of iron from the water

supply. The installation of an ironfilter may be necessary for moresevere cases. If the iron comes

from the pipes, it may besufficient just to let the water runinto the empty washer for aboutone minute. This may help toclear the pipes. Spin this water outof the washtub before starting thewash.

If iron comes from the water

heater, drain the healer

occasionally to remove the rust.

If the Iron Condition Cannot BeCorrected

Prepare the wash water first byadding detergent (not soap), thenadd the clothes to the washtub.

Use a phosphate detergent. Thephosphate content of a detergentis listed on the package sidepanel.

Add a nonprecipitating waterconditioner to the washtub justbefore the rinse water enters. Donot use fabric softener in the rinse

water if a packaged waterconditioner is used.

Iron With Chlorine BleachThe use of chlorine bleach withwater that contains iron will makethe rust discoloration worse. Usean "all fabric" bleach.

Wash Temperature

Hot Water

Hot water will give the bestresults of cleaning and sanitizing,but it is not suitable for all items.

It is best for sturdy whites andcolorfast items, heavily soileditems and diapers.

Warm Water

By using warm water, there is lesschance of color loss in items.Warm water also reduces

wrinkling in pemmnent pressitems. Use with light andmoderate soils, non-colorfast or

dark colors, permanent press,silks, woolens, nylon, and acrylic.

Cold Water

Cold water is less effective in

cleaning than hot or warm water,but it does minimize wrinklingand color lading. Use it forwashing extra-sensitive clothes

and for the rinsing of all fabrics.

Energy

You can save energy whenwashing by following a fewguidelines:

l. Heating water accounts for the

greatest energy expense whenwashing. Save on heatingwater by using cold rinses.

2. Wash full loads, but do notoverload.

3. Use soak cycles for heavilysoiled items to reduce washtimes.

4. Select a shorter wash time for

lightly soiled items.

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100-°F I o:! WARMI

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Laundry Tips...

LaundryAids Use Comments

SoakiPretreatProducts

Detergents!Soaps

Bleaches

FabricSofteners

WaterConditioners

Non-Precipitating1hr

Precipitating Type

• Use a soaking agent and follow steps under "Soaking"

in your Operating Instructions insert or soak overnightto remove stains and soils.

• Always follow manufacturer's instructions with any

pretreatment product.

• You may use detergent or soap in your washer. Thedetermining factor is the hardness of the water. Alwaysuse detergent if the water is over three grains hard.

• Use to remove certain stains, disinfect, and keep clotheswhite.

• Use bleach in the wash water only. Do not use bleach inthe rinse.

• Follow directions on care label of garment.

• Bleach should not be used as a substitute for detergent.Use the recommended amount of bleach.

• Use to soften clothes and remove static electricity frompermanent press _fits and other fabrics of man-madefibers.

• Add during the rinse cycle, or if available, use the fabricsoftener dispenser, using no other product in the rinse.Follow bottle directions carefully.

• These products soften water by tying up the hardnessminerals. Recommended if using soap with water over

three grains hard, or when using nonphosphatedetergents.

• These products settle out hardness minerals byconverting them into particles that will not dissolve in thewater. If used with nonphosphate detergent or soap inhard water, a deposit may form on the clothes andwasher parts.

Do not use a soakingagent with chlorinebleach.

Do not use pretreatersaround the washer or

dryer control panel. Theymay harm the f'mish orpanel markings.

• Soap and nonphosphatepowdered detergentswill not give goodwashing results in hardwater. Soap in hardwater will form stickydeposits.

• The use of powderedsoap is not recommendedwhen washing in coldwater.

• When using liquidchlorine bleach, alwaysuse the bleach dispenser.

• Always measure thebleach. Never exceed

one cup of bleach perfull load.

• Never use chlorinebleach and ammonia in

the same wash cycle.

• Undiluted fabric

softener poured directlyon clothes can stain them.

• Do not mix with

detergent or bleach.

• Do not use with

nonphosphatedetergents or soaps.

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Washing emperature Guide...

WaterTemperature Use Comments

HOT • Sturdy whites and colorfast items. • Best cleaning for heavily(approx. 140 °-F) • Work clothes, soiled items.

• Soiled items. • Best for sanitizing.• Diapers.

WARM

(approx. 100 °-F)

COLD

(approx. 65 -oF)

• Rinsing of some items (OPTIONAL).• Light and moderately soiled items.• Non-colorfast or dark colors.

• Permanent press.• Silks, woolens, nylon, acrylic.

• Rinsing of most items.• Non-colorfast fabrics.

• Extra sensitive clothing.

Reduces wrinkling in

permanent press fabrics.Less fading.Reduces shrinking in knits.

• Saves energy.• Reduces color fading.• Reduces wrinkling.• Reduces shrinking.

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Optional Features...

Bleach Dispenser

The bleach dispenser is located inthe left front comer, under the

loading door.

Use liquid bleach in the dispenser.Powdered bleach must not be

used in the dispenser. Addpowdered bleach to the washwater.

Use no more than one cupchlorine bleach for large loads,three-quarters cup for mediumand one-half cup for small loads.

Carefully pour recommendedamount of bleach into the

dispenser during the first fill ofthe washer.

Be careful not to spill undilutedbleach. It is a strong chemical andcan damage some fabrics if it isnot properly diluted.

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Fabric SoftenerDispenser

To Use DispenserAfter the clothes are loaded intothe washtub and before the start

of the WASH cycle, pour theproper amount of liquid fabricsoftener into the bottle measuring

cap (see bottle directions). Pourinto dispenser.

The large fabric softenerdispenser allows for the fabricsoftener to be diluted with water.

We recommend adding water upto the fill level. Do not exceed tipof arrow which indicates correct

fill level. Over-filling can al!owfabric softener to spill onto theclothes.

Setting the water level to mediumor higher will result in betterperformance from the fabricsoftener.

The fabric softener will remain in

the dispenser during the wash fill,agitation and spin. At the end ofthe wash spin, the liquid fabricsoftener will be dispensed into thewashtub through the slots in theagitator and will be mixed withthe incoming rinse water.

To Clean The DispenserRemove the dispenser housingfrom agitator by squeezing thelower part of the dispenser,pulling directly upward and at thesame time tilting slightly. Thiswill expose the dispenser cup,which is also removable for

cleaning (refer to illustration).Both housing and cup can besoaked in hot soapy water andrinsed clean. The tunnel shape intop of agitator also needs to becleaned. The hole and the slots in

the two rings will require using asmall brush for proper cleaning.

After cleaning, install dispensercup, then push dispenser housingdirectly downward onto top ofagitator until firmly snappedtogether.

Use Tips• Fabric softener spilled onto

garments may cause staining.To remove, soak in a soapysolution made from Sard

Wonder Soap or rub the stainwith a bar of Sard, then wash.

• Liquid fabric softeners will bedispensed during the final rinseand should not be combined

with bleach, bluing, starch,detergents, soaps or packagedwater conditioners during thisrinse.

• Fabric softener is not to be

used in dispenser when usingPrewash cycle, if available.

° When adding detergent to washwater, do not allow any to enter

into softener dispenser cup, assoftener will become gummy.

To prevent softener buildup, thedispenser can be filled with cleanwater for automatic cleaning. Thiscan be done in washing cyclesother than when softener is used.

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AGITATOR

Agitator Cap

IMPORTANT: If your washercomes with an agitator cap, thecap must be on at all times.

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Special • • •

Starching

Starching adds crispness andbody to fabrics, enhances soilresistance, and makes ironingeasier. There are several types of

starches. Carefully follow labeldircctions for spray or handslarching or starching in thewasher.

Knits

A variety of knits are used for

marly types of clothing andhousehold furnishings. Manyknits

are machine washable, some arehand washable, and some must be

dry-cleaned. When buying, makesure the garment has a care labelwith care instructions. Thesedirections must be followed.

Some knits are stretched duringtheir manufacture and may shrinkor relax when exposed to water.

Cotton KnitsUnless the label indicates that it is

preshrunk, cotton knits willprobably shrink to some degree.Overdrying contributes toshrinkage of cotton knits, Washwater should be hot or warmsuitable tor color and soil. Therinse water should be cold.

Rayon KnitsRayon stretches and shrinkseasily. Treat as a delicate fabricand wash gently.

Synthetic Fiber KnitsKnits made from synthetic fibersor blends containing a highpercentage of synthetics willgenerally keep their shape. Whenbuying, make sure the trimmings(including belts) are machinewashable, seams are not

puckered, and zippers andtrimmings are well fastened.

Knits of Man-Made Fibers

In general, follow the rules for

permanent press fabrics asthey tend to have the samecharacteristics. Set machine to

PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS

cycle. Set the wash water warm,or suitable for color and soil.Rinse water should be cold. Do

not wash with lint-sheddingfabrics. Separate items for color,washing whites separately.

Sweaters of Man-Made Fibers

Follow directions for comparableknits. Button sweaters and turn

inside out. The ribbon behind the

buttons and button holes mayshrink. Stretch to shape afterwashing. Orlon sweaters maystretch. Avoid pulling them whenwet. Dryer dry.

Wool Sweaters

Loosely knit or delicatelyconstructed sweaters will needdelicate care. Hand wash.

Measure garment before and afterwashing. Squeeze gently |hroughthe water with little motion. Rinse

thoroughly. Block to shape anddry fiat.

For sweaters labeled "machinewashable", follow manufacturer's

directions. Dry fiat. Excessagilation and excess tumbling arethe main causes of wool

shrinkage.

Wool Knits

Dry-clean wool knits unlesslabeled machine washable.Follow manufacturer's directions.

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Permanent Press

Permanent or durable pressgarments and household itemswill usually not need pressingwhen washed and dried properly.However, some will be morewrinkle resistant than others.

The care needed for permanentpress is a little different than forcottons. Permanent pressgarments will soften or becomepliable when heated. Thissoftening when it is in warm orhot wash water will allow wearwrinkles to be removed. It willalso cause the fabric to wrinkle if

it is crushed, squeezed or spunwhen hot.

How "lb Wash Permanent Press

1. Wash often. Permanent pressclothes tend to !ook clean even

when they should be washed.

2. Sort loads correctly, refer toPage 5.

3. Do not wash with lint-sheddingloads. Permanent press attractslint in the wash water.

4. Pre-treat grease stains and oilyareas. This is especiallyimportant for shirt collars and

cuffs. Rub liquid detergent or apaste of detergent into thearea.

5. Use the PERMANENT

PRESS/KNITS cycle, hot orwarm water, cold rinse, and

sufficient detergent,

6. Use fabric softener in the rinsewater. This will reduce the

static electricity which attractslint and makes garments cling.

To Dry Permanent PressFor best results, pemlanent pressshould be dryer dried. Seegarment care labels. Ironing maybe necessary. Use low heat settingon iron or steam setting on asteam iron.

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Washing Special Items...

Always Follow Manufacturer's Care Label Instructions

Bedding

Diapers

Draperies, Curtains,Slip Covers

Pillows

(Feather and Down)

• Wm'm wash and warm rinse if available.

• PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle.

• Pretreat heavily soiled areas belbre washing.• When washing an electric blanket, protect the plug by stitching the edge of the

blanket over the plug. Only dryer dry if manufacturer says it can be done.

• Rinse out diapers immediately in cold water and soak in a diaper pail with asmall amount of detergent or enzyme presoak. Soak before washing.

• Limit wash load to two dozen diapers.• Recommend an all-purpose detergent.

• Shake to remove dust. Remove hooks and close zippers.• Sun-damaged draperies and curtains will not withstand washing.• Use warm water.

• Wash curtains frequently. They can be weakened from soil, fumes, dust,and the sun.

• Fiberglass curtains need gentle care. Read care label to see if washable.Some fiberglass curtains should be hand washed.

• Do not wash pillows unless they can be dryer dried. They may mildew if not

dried completely.• Wash two pillows at a time or add towels for balance.• Use warm wash and cold rinse.

Rugs • Shake before washing. Do not use hot water on rubber-backed rugs.• Wash two or three rugs to balance the washer.

Slips and Nightgowns Wash often using all-purpose detergent, warm or hot water and cold rinse onthe PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle.To keep nylons and polyesters white, wash only with whites and use chlorinebleach occasionally.Use fabric softener in the rinse to remove static electricity.

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Washing Problems...

To keep clothes looking white or bright, use good washing practices at all times to prevent a gradual build-upof soil or water hardness minerals on them. If you notice that your clothes are not as bright as they should be,take corrective measures immediately.

Problem Cause Solution

Gray or Dingy Insufficient Detergent Add more detergent to washtub beforeClothes loading clothes. Mild detergents are not

suitable for average soil.

Improper Sorting Wash whites separately. Separate lightfrom heavily soiled items. Clothes canpick up soil from dirty wash water.

Nonphosphate Detergent and Hard Water Follow package directions, Soften waterif possible.

Water Not Hot Enough White clothes will stay whiter with hotwash water. Increase temperature.

Overcrowding Washer Clothes must circulate freely' through thewater for best results.

Yellowed Clothes Unremoved Soil Skin soil is hard to remove. Check hem

edge of sheets and pillowcases, bottomend of t-shirts, etc, If this portion iswhite and center is yellow, the fabriccontains unremoved soil. Use sufficient

detergent and a hot wash. Chlorinebleach may be needed.

Clothes Stained From Iron In The Water To test if an iron stain, use a rust remover

on a portion of the garment. Followbottle directions for larger items.

Older Clothes Some white fabrics tuna yellow with ageand cannot be whitened.

Clothes Tearing Improper Use of Chlorine Bleach No correction for bleach damaged clothes.or Damage Always measure and dilute bleach.

Overcrowding or Overloading Make sure all items can move freely

during agitation.

Insufficient Precare Fasten all hooks and zippers. Mend tears.Remove objects from pockets.

Excessive Lint Improper Sorting Fabrics which shed lint cannot be washedwith fabrics that receive lint.

Insufficient Detergent / Use enough detergent so lint remainsNon-phosphate Detergent suspended in water and flushed out.

Mixing Fabric Types Knits and Permanent Press attract lint.Wash these only with similar items. Usefabric softener in rinse water.

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Stain Removal...

Many soils will not become stains if treated promptly. Older stains may be difficult or impossible to remove. Hot

water will set some stains, particularly protein based stains. Use cold or warm water on these before washing inhot water.

WARNINGNever put highly flammable substances like gasoline, kerosene, waxes, cooking oils, etc.into a washer or dryer. Never put articles that have been cleaned with such substances intoa washer or dryer. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in a fire, explosion,and/or serious burns or death. All items with these substances on them should be

thoroughly hand-washed with a detergent so that no trace of the flammable substancesremains. The articles can then be machine washed and/or dried.

When using any kind of a dry-cleaning fluid, follow the manufacturer's recommendations.The fumes should never be inhaled. Use in a well ventilated room away from sparks andflames. Air dry before washing or drying. Dry-cleaning fluid may cause a "ring" to beformed on some permanent press fabrics. This will not wash out. To remove, clean thegarment in a coin-operated dry-cleaning unit, or by a professional dry-cleaner, wo24

Stain Treatment

Adhesive Tape Place face down on paper towels and sponge with a dry-cleaning solvent (seeWARNING above). Launder.

Airplane Glue Place face down on paper towels and sponge with fingernail polish removeruntil stain dissolves. Launder.

Alcoholic Beverages Sponge stain immediately with cold water or soak stain 30 minutes in coldwater. Apply detergent to any trace of stain while still wet. If safe for the fabric,launder in hot water using chlorine bleach.

Blood

Candlewax

Treat stain immediately. Soak 30 minutes or more in cold water. Rub detergentinto stain, ff stain persists, place a small amount of household ammonia on thestain and rub again with detergent. If safe for fabric, launder in hot water andchlorine bleach if traces of the stain persist.

Rub with ice and scrape off excess wax. Place stain between paper towels andpress with warm iron. Then place stain face down on paper towels and spongewith dry-cleaning solvent (see WARNING above). Let dry, launder. If traces ofcolor remain, launder with a commercial color remover or if sale for the fabric,hot water and chlorine bleach.

Catsup, Tomato-Based Scrape off excess. Soak in cold water 30 minutes. Rub detergent into the stainProducts and if safe )or fabric, launder in hot water and chlorine bleach.

Chewing Gum Rub with ice and scrape off excess gum. Place face down on paper towels andsponge with a dry-cleaning solvent.

Cocoa or Chocolate Soak in cold water. Rub detergent into slain, rinse. If greasy stain remains,sponge face down on paper towels with a dry-cleaning solvent. If traces of thestain remains, launder in hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).

Coffee, Tea Soak in cold water. Rub detergent into stain, rinse. If traces of the stain remain,launder in hot water with chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).

Crayon Treat the same as candle wax (above) or wash in hot water (if safe for fabric)using soap (not a detergent) and 1-2 cups baking soda. If stains remain,professional dry-cleaning may be necessary.

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Stain

Deodorants and

Anti-Perspirants

Treatment

Some of these products contain substances that can change the color ofsome dyes. The color can sometimes be restored if the area is sponged withammonia then rinsed. To remove stains, apply white vinegar. Rub, rinse. If stainsremain, rub detergent into stain and launder with hot water and chlorine bleach(if safe for fabric).

Dye Treat with a commercial dye remover (Rit, Putnam) or if safe for fabric,bleach with chlorine bleach.

Egg If dried, scrape off excess. Soak in cold waler. Rub detergent into dampstain and if safe for fabric, launder in hot water and chlorine bleach.

Fabric Softener Dampen stain and rub with bar soap. Launder as usual.

Fruit Juices Soak in cold water. Launder in hot water with chlorine bleach (if safe for

fabric).

Grease, Oil Place face down on paper towel and sponge with dry-cleaning fluid (seeWARNING on Page 15). Dampen stain with water and rub with bar soap ordetergent. Launder in hot water (if safe for fabric).

Ink

Iodine

Lipstick

Mildew

Milk and Milk Products

Miscellaneous

Eye and Face Make-up,Tar, Gravy, Felt-TipMarker, Pitch,

Typewriter Ribbon

Saturate the stain with hair spray or place the fabric face down on paper toweland sponge with cleaning fluid or rubbing alcohol (see WARNING onPage 15). Rinse. If traces of the stain remain, rub detergent into the dampenedstain and launder. Some inks may be impossible to remove.

Rinse from the back side of the stain with cold water. Then soak in a

commercial color remover (Rit, Putnam, etc.) or rub in a paste of water andstarch. Let stand for 15-30 minutes and launder.

Place on paper towel and sponge with cleaning fluid (see WARNING onPage 15). Rinse. Rub dampened stain with bar soap and launder.

Treat promptly. Mildew damages fabric and sometimes cannot be removed.Launder with chlorine bleach. For items that cannot be washed with chlorine

bleach, soak in an all-fabric bleach, then launder.

Soak in cold water. Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for

fabric). Sponge with a cleaning fluid (see WARNING on Page 15), if a stain isnoticeable. Rewash.

Place stain side down on paper towel and sponge with dry-cleaning fluid(see WARNING on Page 15). Apply dry spotter (one part mineral waterand eight parts dry-cleaning solvent). Use a spoon to loosen stain. Keep stainmoist with dry spotter and blot occasionally with toweling. Continue until stainis removed. Allow to dry completely, rinse in warm water, and launder asusual.

Mud Scrape off excess. Soak in solution of one quart warm water, half teaspoonliquid hand dishwashing detergent and one tablespoon vinegar for 15 minutes.Rinse. Launder in hot or warm water with enzyme product.

Mustard Rub dampened stain with bar soap. Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach(if safe for fabric).

Nail Polish Place lace down on paper towel. Sponge with nail polish remover (non-oily)until stain disappears. Launder. Do not use nail polish remover on Acetate orArnel fabrics.

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Paint

Treatment

Water-based .... Treat by rinsing fabric in cool water while stains are still wet.Then launder. Dried paint cannot be removed. Oil-based -- Pretreat with asolvent recommended on the paint container. If not available, use mineral spirits.Rinse. Pretreat with a stain remover or detergent, rinse and launder.

Perspiration Rub dampened stain with detergent. Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach(if safe for fabric). If the fabric is discolored, you can try to restore it by treatingfresh stains with ammonia or old stains with vinegar.

Rust Apply a commercial rust remover (Whink, Rit, RoVer, etc.) Followmanufacturer's directions. Then launder as usual.

Scorching Launder using hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric). Fabrics canbe damaged by being scorched. If this has happened, you may not be able toremove the marks.

Shoe Polish Rub dampened stain with detergent. Launder in hot water and chlorinebleach if safe for fabric.

Soft Drinks Rinse stain with cold water immediately. Launder in warm water and chlorinebleach if safe for fabric.

Tobacco Dampen stain and rub with bar soap. Rinse. If necessary, soak in an all-fabricbleach solution. If stain remains, launder with chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).

Urine Rinse with cold water. Soak with an enzyme soaking product. Launder in hotwater with chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric). If the color of the fabric has

changed, sponging the area with ammonia may restore the color.

Vomit Soak in a solution of one quart warm water, half teaspoon liquid handdishwashing detergent, and one tablespoon ammonia (if safe for fabric). Soak15 minutes. Use sponge to loosen stain. Blot with toweling. Launder in hot water(if safe for fabric) with an enzyme product.

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Maintenance...

Cold Weather Care

If the washer is delivered on a

cold day (below freezing), or isstored in an unheated room or

area during the cold months, donot attempt to operate it until thewasher has had a chance to warm

up.

Care Of Your Washer

Use only a damp or sudsy clothfor cleaning the control panel.Some spray prewash products

may harm the finish on thecontrol panel.

Wipe the washer cabinet as

needed. If detergent, bleach orother washing products are spilledon the cabinet, wipe immediately.

Some products will causepermanent damage if spilled onthe cabinet.

Do not use scouring pads orabrasive cleansers.

Do not lay sharp or rough objectson or against the washer. Thefinish could be damaged.

The washtub will need no

particular care though it may needrinsing or wiping after an unusualload has been washed. This also

may be necessary if too littledetergent has been used.

Leave the loading door open toallow the inside of the washer to

dry out after use. This helpsprevent musty odors fromdeveloping.

Vacations andExtended Non-Use

IMPORTANT: To avoid

possible property damage dueto flooding, turn off the watersupply to the washer wheneverthere will be an extended periodof non-use.

Reinstallation ofShipping Materials

Shipping BraceThe corrugated shipping braceshould be saved and reinstalledwhenever the washer is moved.

To reinstall the brace, open thewasher lid and place the braceover the washer agitator, placingthe back of the brace into thewashtub first.

Shipping PlugThe plastic shipping plug shouldbe saved and reinstalled any timethe washer is moved. The plug fitsinto two openings: The baseopening and the shipping plugopening on the bottom of themobile pivot dome. The plugMUST be inserted into both

openings to prevent damage to thewasher. In order to accomplishthis, the shipping plug openingmust be directly lined up with thebase opening. See illustrationbelow.

SHIPPINGPLUG

.-.-- OPENING

BASE"" OPENING

' _;_,,jj-_-----.._ SHIPPINGPLUGW3771E1A

Motor Overload Protector...

This internal overload protectorwill stop the motor automaticallyin the event of an overload. The

overload protector wil! reset itself

in two or three minutes and the

motor will restart automatically.If the overload protector stops the

motor again, remove the washerfrom use and call the service

person to correct the problem.

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Before You Call For Service...

• if Your Washer:

Won't

Agitate

Won't Won'tFill Start

Won't Possible Reason

Spin Do This To Correct

• Be sure the power cord is plugged all the way into theelectrical outlet.

• Close the loading door.

• Check the house fuse or circuit breaker.

• Has the motor overload protector cycled?

Turn on the hot and cold water faucets.

• Pull timer knob out to start the washer.

Was the last spin completed?

Clean the filter screens located at the faucet end of the inlet

hoses. Owner is responsible for service call regardingcleaning of the screens.

Water is siphoned from the washer during the cycle. Refer tothe INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS supplied with thewasher.

Are the controls properly set?

• Broken drive belt. Call the serviceman.

If Service Is Required...

If service is required, contact thenearest Factory AuthorizedService Center.

If you are unable to locate anauthorized service center or areunsatisfied with the service

performed on your washer,contact:

Amana Appliances2800 220th TrailEO. Box 8901Amana, Iowa 52204-0001Phone: 1-800-843-0304 In USA

(319) 622-5511 Outside USAFAX: (319) 622-2977

MODELNUMBER AND SERIAL

NUMBER

W3341EOE

When calling or writing aboutyour washer, PLEASE GIVETHE MODEL AND SERIALNUMBERS. The model and serialnumbers are located on the

nameplate. The nameplate will bein the location shown. Please

include a copy of your bill of saleand any service receipts you have.

_1_[ WARNINGTo reduce the risk of

serious injury or death,DO NOT repair or replaceany part of the washer orattempt any servicingunless specificallyrecommended in the user-maintenance instructions

or in published user-repair instructions thatyou understand and havethe skills to carry out. w02s

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Factory Service Centers...

Listed below are Factory Service Centers which service most metropolitan mad surrounding areas. Amana also has

a network of independent authorized technicians. Locate a Factory Service Center or indcpcndcnt authorized

Amana service technician by calling 1-800-628-5782 inside USA and 319-622-5511 outside USA. When

contacting Amana provide product information (locate product information on the nameplate). Warranty service

must be performed by an authorized Amana technician. Amana also recommends contacting an authorized

Amana technician if service is required after wan'anty expires.

Amana Factory Service Center Arizona

Also dispatches service in areas of Nevada

Amana Factory Service Center Southern California

Also dispatches service in areas of Oregon and WashingtonAmana Factory Service Center Colorado

Also dispatches service in areas on Utah

Amana Factory Service Center Florida

Amana Factory Service Center Georgia

Also dispatches service in areas of Alabama, North Carolina, South Carolina, andTennessee

Amana Factory Service Center Iowa

Also dispatches service m areas of Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, and Wisconsin

Amana Factory Service Center Illinois

Also dispatches service m areas of Indiana and Kentucky

Amana Factory Service Center Massachusetts

Also dispatches service m areas of New Hampshire and Rhode Island

Amana Factory Service Center Maryland

Also dispatches service in areas of Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.

Anmna Factory Service Center New York

Also dispatches service m areas of Connecticut and New Jersey

Amana Factory Service Center Ohio

Also dispatches service in areas of Michigan and Pennsylvania

Amana Factory Service Center Texas

EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN

Amana offers long-term service protection for this new appliance. Asure TM Extended Service Plan is specially

designed to supplement Amana's strong warranty. Once we have received your registration card, you will receive

coverage and pricing information in the mail. This plan covers functional parts, labor and travel charges.Call 1-800-528-2682 if you have any questions. This service plan is only available in USA.

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Information For HandyAmana Appliances2800 220th TrailP.O. Box 8901

Amana, Iowa 52204-0001

Date Purchased

Model Number

Dealer's Name

Dealer's Address

Service Agency

Service Agency Address

Serial Number

Phone Number

Phone Number

Record this intbrmation and keep your sales slip. Model and serial numbers are located on the nameplate.

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