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FRONT-LOADING LAVEUSE AUTOMATIQUE À
AUTOMATIC WASHER CHARGEMENT FRONTAL
Use & Care Guide Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES WASHER SAFETY........................................................................................... 2 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ......................................................................... 26 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................................. 3 EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION ................................................................... 27 Tools and Parts....................................................
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Parts supplied Tools and Parts AB Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The parts supplied are in the washer drum. Tools needed for connecting the water inlet hoses 9 ■ Pliers (that open to 1 /16" [39.5 mm]) C ■ Flashlight (optional) F Tools needed for connecting the drain hose 9 G ■ Locking pliers (that open to 1 /16" [39.5 mm]) Tools needed for installation DE ■ Open end wrenches 14 mm and 13 mm A. Drain hose form E. Transport bolt ho
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Alternate Parts Your installation may require additional parts. If you are interested Location Requirements in purchasing one of the items listed here, call the toll-free number Selecting the proper location for your washer improves on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section. performance and minimizes noise and possible washer “walk.” If You Have You Will Need to Buy Your washer can be installed under a custom counter, or in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. Se
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Recommended spacing for custom undercounter installation Recommended spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. Custom undercounter installation - Washer only 2" (50 mm) 2 * 48 in. 2 (310 cm ) 3" (76 mm) 36" min. (914 mm) 3" (76 mm) 2 * 24 in. 2 1" 27" 1" (155 cm ) (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) Recommended spacing for recessed or closet installat
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The top of the standpipe must be at least 30" (762 mm) high and no ■ To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged higher than 96" (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer. into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■ If codes permit and a separa
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove Transport System Connect the Inlet Hoses Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings. A B A. Coupling B. Washer IMPORTANT: Position the washer so that the rear of the washer is within approximately 3 ft. (900 mm) of its final location. There are 4 transport bolts in the rear panel of the washer that Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets support the suspens
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2. Slide drain hose onto washer connection. Connect the inlet hoses to the washer IMPORTANT: Make sure that the flat washers have been placed into the hose couplings. C H 3. Once drain hose is in place, release pliers. C. Cold water inlet H. Hot water inlet 1. Attach the hot water hose to the washer’s hot (H) water inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer. 2. Attach the cold water hose to the washer’s cold (C) water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand unti
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he washer should not move front to back, side to side, or 6. T diagonally when pushed on its top edges. Secure the Drain Hose 7. Confirm the levelness of the washer. Drain hose must be secured to stop the hose from moving when water is pumped out. If the drain hose moves, water may end up on the floor. Complete Installation 1. Drape the power cord over the washer top. 1. Check the electrical requirements. Be sure that you have the 2. Move the washer to its final location. correct electrical
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS Your new front-loading high efficiency washer, was designed to Adaptive Variable Speed Motor conserve resources and lower your water and energy bills. The The motor adapts to the load size and to the cycle selected to give washer is designed to determine and then provide the amount of the optimum cleaning, rinsing, and spinning conditions. The motor water needed for the best performance. The time of operation may can handle slow speeds needed for delicate items and is
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WASHER USE temperatures dryness level cycle signal First Wash Cycle Without Laundry Starting Your Washer Before washing clothes for the first time, if not completed during the final installation step, choose the Normal cycle and run it without clothes. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use 1/2 the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-size load. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean before washing clothes. For All Wash Cycles 1. To load washer Open the
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7. To begin the wash cycle immediately sh in the dispenser drawer slowly and completely (to avoid a 3. Pu Press and hold START/PAUSE (for approximately 1 second). spill). ■ You will hear the door locking, unlocking, and locking again. This is normal. A ■ If you do not press START/PAUSE within 5 minutes of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off. C ■ When the wash cycle is complete, the DONE status light illuminates, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be removed from th
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Done Changing Cycles and Options Not all Options are available with all Cycles. The Done light comes on after the cycle is complete. The light will Cycles and Options can be changed anytime before START/PAUSE stay on until door is opened. is pressed. Controls Locked To cancel a cycle Lock/Unlock Controls 1. Press POWER/CANCEL. This feature avoids unintended use of the washer and cycle or option changes during a cycle. When this light is illuminated, all 2. The washer powers down, the door u
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Cycle Estimated Temp Spin Cycles Time* Speed (hr:min) Wash Cycles Soak 0:30 Warm/ No Spin Choose Wash Cycles by rotating the Cycle selector knob to the Cold desired cycle. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels. Clean Washer with 0:56 N/A High AFFRESH™ *The cycle times vary automatically based on your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. The cycle time will be extended if oversudsing occurs or the load is unbalanced. My Cycle This con
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Rapid Wash Options & Modifiers You can customize your wash by adding options to your cycle Use this cycle to wash small loads of 2-3 lightly soiled garments that selections. You can add or change an option after starting a cycle are needed in a hurry. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, a anytime before the selected option begins. Not all Options are shortened wash time, and high-speed spin to shorten drying time. available with all cycles. Large wash loads will result in the machine
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Temperature Guide Spin Speed Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics Each cycle has a preset spin speed. To change the spin speed, press the SPIN SPEED button until the desired setting is illuminated. HOT Whites and pastels Heavy soils Cycle Signal WARM Bright colors This signal is helpful when you are removing items from the washer Moderate to light soils as soon as it stops. Press Cycle Signal button Signal On or Signal Off. COLD Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Prewash Use this option for loads
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LAUNDRY TIPS Preparing clothes for washing Sorting Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of your ■ Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if 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 type of permanent press). When possible, turn lint-givers inside out. detergent will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” T
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Stain Removal Guide Stain Use Liquid Chlorine or Use suggested Wash Stain Use Liquid Chlorine or Use suggested Wash Color-Safe Bleach Cycle Color-Safe Bleach Cycle Power Wash Power Wash ✔ ✔ Ink Grass Cold or Warm Power Wash ✔ ✔ Normal Blood Tomato Products Warm Warm ✔ ✔ Whites Power Wash Mud Coffee/ Chocolate Heavy Duty Heavy Duty Cosmetics Deodorants Warm Normal ✔ Heavy Duty Ring around the Collar Dirty Motor Oil Do not tumble dry soiled or stained items. Heat may permanently set stains. 1
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WASHER CARE 5. Select the CLEAN WASHER with AFFRESH™ cycle. 6. Press START/PAUSE. Cleaning Your Washer NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock again, and then the cycle will continue. Cleaning the Door Seal/Bellow ■ The machine will not fill, but the basket will rotate while the 1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from washer runs a short sensing cycle. This will take the washer. approximately 3 minutes. 2. Inspect the colored seal/bellow between t
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To transport the washer: Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some 1. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, put in 1 qt (1 L) water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If of R.V.-type antifreeze in the drum. Run washer on a Rinse, storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it. Drain & Spin cycle. Non-use or vacation care: 2. Unplug the power cord. Operate your washer only when y
