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®
FRONT-LOADING
AUTOMATIC WASHER
Use & Care Guide
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parts, accessories or service call: 1-800-253-1301
In Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777
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LAVADORA AUTOMÁTICA
DE CARGA FRONTAL
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
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Cambio de ciclos, opciones y modificadores ...........................34 Luces de estado.........................................................................35 TABLE OF CONTENTS Ciclos..........................................................................................35 Opciones ....................................................................................37 WASHER SAFETY ..........................................................................3 Modificadores....................
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WASHER SAFETY 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 or hurt 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 DAN
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Options Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The parts supplied are in the washer drum. Pedestal Tools needed for connecting the water inlet hoses You may order a pedestal separately for this washer. This Pliers (that open to 1⁹⁄₁₆" [39.5 mm]) pedestal will add about 13" (33 cm) to the height of your unit for a Flashlight (optional) total height of approximately 51" (130 cm). Tools needed for installation Open en
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Location Requirements Selecting the proper location for your washer improves performance and minimizes noise and possible washer “walk.” Recommended installation spacing for custom undercounter installation Your washer can be installed under a custom counter, or in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. See “Drain The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. System.” Custom undercounter installation - Washer only Companion appliance location requirements should also b
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Recommended installation spacing for recessed or Drain System closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. system. Select the drain hose installation method you need. See 2 “Tools and Parts.” 48 in. * 2 (310 cm ) Standpipe drain system - wall or floor (views A & B) 3" (7.6 cm) The standpipe drain require
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Electrical Requirements If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the WARNING ground path is adequate. Do not ground to a gas pipe. Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. Electrical Shock Hazard GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. For a grounded, cord-connected washer: Do not remove ground
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2. Once the bolt is loose, move it to the center of the hole and 6. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional completely pull out the bolt, including the plastic spacer two-thirds turn. covering the bolt. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 7. Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks. 3. Once all 4 bolts are removed discard bolt and spacers. Then pull the power cord through the opening of the rear panel and NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 ye
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3. After the washer is level, use a 17 mm open-end wrench to turn the nuts on the feet tightly against the washer cabinet. Secure the Drain Hose IMPORTANT: All 4 feet must be tightened. If the nuts are not 1. Drape the power cord over the washer top. tight against the washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate. 2. Secure the drain hose to the laundry tub leg or standpipe with 4. The washer should not move front to back, side to side, or the beaded strap provided. (See illustrations A and B.) di
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS Electronic Controls Spin Speeds Flexible electronic controls are easy to use whether you are a This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the beginner or an expert. cycle selected. This factory setting can be changed, however. This washer offers up to four different spin speed choices. Smart Dispensers ACCUWASH™ Automatic Temperature Control The smart dispensers make your washer truly automatic. This washer provides a three-compartment dispenser which inc
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WASHER USE NOTE: The panel shown above may be different from that of your model. First Wash Cycle Without Laundry Before washing clothes for the first time, select the NORMAL/ Starting Your Washer CASUAL cycle and run the washer without clothes. Measure ¹⁄₂ the manufacturer's recommended amount of HE High Efficiency detergent for a medium size loads. This initial cycle serves to WARNING ensure the interior is clean before washing clothes. 1. To load washer Open the washer door by pulling on t
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6. Select the desired MODIFIERS. Not all modifiers are available 3. Push in the dispenser drawer slowly and completely (to avoid with all cycles and options. See “Modifiers.” a spill). 7. If desired, select the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL. The signal is helpful when you are washing items that should be removed from the washer as soon as it stops. Select LOUDER or A SOFTER. D 8. To begin the wash cycle Select CONTROL ON. B If you do not select HOLD TO START within 5 minutes of choosing a cycle, t
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Powdered detergent: Put the separator in the back position, To cancel a cycle behind the guides, as shown following. There will be a gap 1. Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice. between the bottom of the wash cycle detergent 2. The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can compartment and the bottom of the separator. be removed. NOTE: If the water level or the temperature is too high, the washer will drain automatically before the door unlocks. To change Options or Modifiers after the
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To lock the controls Whitest Whites Select and hold END OF CYCLE SIGNAL for 3 seconds. This cycle is especially designed for cleaning loads of soiled white fabrics with the addition of bleach. Hot washing temperatures assure optimal bleach activity. An additional rinse provides optimal rinse performance to avoid chlorine residues on your laundry. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, longer wash time and high-speed spin to shorten drying times. Heavy Duty Use this cycle to wash loads of
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Preset cycle settings If an option is available with a selected cycle, the light for that option will glow when selected. Each cycle has a preset Soil Level (cycle time), Water Temperature, and Spin Speed. The preset settings provide the If an option is unavailable with a selected cycle, there will be a recommended fabric care for the selected cycle. See chart. short tone, and the light for that option will not glow when selected. Cycle Soil Level Water Temp Spin Speed (cycle time) Dela
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Wash/Rinse Temp ACCUWASH™ Automatic Temperature Control Select a water temperature based on the type of load you are The ACCUWASH™ control electronically senses and maintains a washing. Use the warmest wash water safe for fabrics. Follow uniform water temperature. ACCUWASH control regulates garment label instructions. incoming hot and cold water. ACCUWASH control is automatically turned On when a cycle is selected. See “Preset Warm rinses leave the loads dryer than cold rinses. Warm rinses
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LAUNDRY TIPS Preparing clothes for washing Sorting Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if your garments. they would normally be washed together. Separate lint-givers (towels, chenille) from lint-takers (corduroy, synthetics, Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package for this permanent press). When possible, turn lint-givers inside-out. type of detergent will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.”
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WASHER CARE Cleaning Your Washer 4. To enter the cycle, a specific combination of buttons must be Cleaning the door seal pressed. 1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from Select the POWER button. the washer. 2. Inspect the gray colored seal between the door opening and Select the RINSE/SPIN button. the basket for stained areas. Pull back the seal to inspect Select LOW SPIN Speed. areas under the seal. Select Warm/Cold WATER TEMPERATURE. Set the End of Cycle Sig
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7. Once the cleaning cycle has begun, allow the cycle to To use washer again: complete. An estimated cycle time will appear on the display. 1. Flush water pipes. Reconnect water inlet hoses to faucets. 8. After the cleaning cycle is complete, leave the door open, Turn on both water faucets. slightly, to allow for better ventilation and drying of washer interior. WARNING 9. Replace the detergent compartment divider. Always do the following to maintain washer freshness Use only HE High Effici
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Washer displaying code message and tone sounds Washer won’t start “FH” (Water Inlet Problem—no or insufficient water supply) WARNING Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to cancel the cycle. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Check the following: Are water faucets completely turned on? Are screens at inlet hose connection to washer clogged? Are water inlet hoses kinked? Electrical Shock Hazard Are wa
