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TOP-LOADING WASHER
USE AND CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D'UTILISATION ET D'ENTRETIEN
DU LAVE-LINGE A CHARGEMENT PAR LE DESSUS
LAVADORA DE CARGA SUPERIOR
MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO
Table of Contents
WASHER SAFETY ..............................................................2
CYCLE GUIDE ....................................................................6
SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................2
USING YOUR WASHER .....................................................7
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WASHER SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS These units are sold in multiple regions with different Dry Linen Capacity IEC Capacity requirements for measuring capacity. Below are a few of the valid forms of measure posted on this product: 10,5 kg (23 lb) 7,5 kg (16,5 lb) Dry Linen Capacity: A weight measure that reflects a maximum load size that can be loaded into the washer. IEC Capacity: The capacity measure that represents the maximum capacity of dry linens and textiles which the manufacturer decla
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WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? Your new washer will operate differently than your past agitator-style washer. Sounds Lid Locked At dif ferent stages of the wash cycle, you may hear T o allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the sounds and pauses that are different from those of your Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is lit, the lid is previous washer. For example, you may hear a clicking locked and cannot be opened. When this light is blinking, and hum at the beginnin
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 4 2 3 1 5 6 4 2 1 6 5 Not all features and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary. 1 LOAD SIZE OPTIONS 3 Select the setting most suitable for your load. Small The following options may be added to most cycles. will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super EXTRA RINSE or Large will add the most amount of water for large or bulky This option can be used to automatically add a second loads. Items need to move freely. Tightly packing
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SPIN START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON 5 Press to start the selected cycle; press again to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several proper water removal, based on the selected cycle minutes to unlock the lid. Press and hold for 3 seconds and spin speed. to cancel a cycle. 6 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR DONE The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. Once the cycle is compl
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CYCLE GUIDE For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Not all cycles and options are available on all models. Cycle: Spin Items to wash: Temperature*: Cycle Details: Speed: Heavily soiled Super Hot High Provides maximum wash time and action for tough stains fabrics Warm and soils. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Wash Cool Cold High Sturdy fabrics, Normal Hot Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. This cycle colorfast item
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USING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort and prepare your laundry 2. Add detergent • Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. Add a measured amount of detergent into the bottom of the • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. washer basket before adding clothes. If using an Oxi or • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics.
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3. Load laundry into washer 5. Add fabric softener to dispenser (on some models) Load garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. For best results, do not pack the load tightly. Do not wrap Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric large items such as sheets around the softener into dispenser; always follow agitator; load them in loose piles around manufacturer’s directions for correct amount MAX FILL the sides of the basket. Try mixing of fabric softener based on your load size
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9. Select options (on some models) 7. Select LOAD SIZE Appearance may vary. Appearance may vary. Select the load size setting most suitable for your load. Small Select the desired cycle options. If you are using fabric will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super will softener, be sure to select one of the Fabric Softener Added add the most amount of water for large or bulky loads. Items options. need to move freely. 10. Press START/Pause/Unlock 8. Select TEMPERATURE to beg
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WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES WASHER CARE (cont.) Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of Cleaning the Dispensers hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if After a period of using your washer, you may find some bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. residue buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement residue from the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth on the label w
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TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, inlet hoses. or moving: 2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow 1. Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and Winter Storage Care directions before moving. connect washer. 3. Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any 2. Before using again, run washer through the fo
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Feet may not be in contact with the Check the following for Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and proper installation or floor and locked. washer must be level to operate properly. Jam nuts must be see “Using Your tight against the bottom of the cabinet. Washer” section. Washer may not be level. Check
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. Solution If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Plug power cord into an earthed outlet. Washer won’t run Check proper electrical supply. or fill, washer stops Do not use an extension cord. working or wash light Ensure there is power to outlet. remains on (indicating that the washer was Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses. unable
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. Possible causes Solution If you experience Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Dry spots on load High speed spins extract more The high spin speeds combined with air flow during the final after cycle moisture than traditional top-load spin can cause items near the top of the load to develop dry washers. spots during the final spin. This is normal. Incorrect or wrong Check for p
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. Possible Causes Solution If you experience Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Not cleaning or Using too much detergent. The suds from too much detergent can keep washer from removing stains (cont.) operating correctly. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer’s directions based on load size and soil level. Not using correct cycle for fabric type. Use a higher soil leve
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SECURITE DU LAVE-LINGE CARACTERISTIQUES Ces appareils sont vendus dans diverses régions aux critères Capacité IEC : Mesure de capacité représentant la capacité de capacité de mesure différents. Vous trouverez ci-dessous maximale de linge de maison sec et de textiles pour lesquels le quelques-unes des formes de mesures valables indiquées fabricant conseille un programme spécifique de traitement. sur ce produit : Capacité linge de maison sec Capacité IEC Capacité linge de maison sec : Un poids r
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QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? Votre nouveau lave-linge fonctionne différemment de votre précédent lave-linge de type agitateur. Lid Locked (Verrouillage couvercle) Sounds (Bruits) Pour permettr e des essorages à vitesse plus élevée, le A différents stades du programme de lavage, votre couvercle se verrouille et le témoin de couvercle verrouillé nouveau lave-linge émettra peut-être des bruits que s’allume. Lorsque ce témoin lumineux s’allume, cela votre lave-linge précédent ne produisait pas.
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TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTERISTIQUES 4 2 3 1 5 6 4 2 1 6 5 Certains programmes et options ne sont pas disponibles sur certains modèles. L’apparence des appareils peut varier. OPTIONS 1 LOAD SIZE (TAILLE DE LA CHARGE) 3 Sélectionner le réglage le plus adapté à votre charge. Small Il est possible d’ajouter les options suivantes à la plupart des programmes. (petite) ajoute une faible quantité d’eau pour les charges plus petites et Super ou Large (grande) ajoute la quantité d’eau EXTRA RINSE
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RINSE (RINÇAGE) BOUTON DE PROGRAMME DE LAVAGE 4 Utiliser le bouton de programme de lavage pour sélectionner les programmes disponibles pour le lave-linge. le bouton de programme de lavage pour sélectionner un programme On entend des sons similaires à ceux entendus lors du correspondant à la charge de linge. Voir “Guide de programme de lavage à mesure que le lave-linge rince programmes” pour des descriptions de programmes et déplace la charge. Le moteur émettra peut-être un détaillées
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GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES Pour un meilleur soin des tissus, choisir le programme qui convient le mieux à la charge à laver. Certains programmes et options ne sont pas disponibles sur certains modèles. Programme : Vitesse Articles à laver : Température : Cycle Details: d'essorage : Tissus très Super Wash Hot (Chaude) High Utilise le temps de lavage maximal et l’action la plus sales Warm (Tiède) (Élevée) intense pour éliminer les taches et les saletés les plus (Super lavage) Cool (Fraîche) difficil
