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®
FRONT-LOADING
AUTOMATIC WASHER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance,
parts, accessories or service call: 1-800-253-1301
In Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777
or visit our website at
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LAVEUSE
AUTOMATIQUE À
CHARGEMENT FRONTAL
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service, composez le :
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES WASHER SAFETY ..........................................................................3 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE........................................................26 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................4 EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION...................................................27 Tools and Parts ............................................................................4 Outillage et pièces.........................
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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 have the option of purchasing pedestals of different heights Pliers (that open to 1⁹⁄₁₆" [39.5 mm]) separately for this washer. You may select a 10" (25.4 cm) or a Flashlight (optional) 15.5" (39.4 cm) pedestal. The pedestal will add to the total height of the washer.
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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 be
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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 requi
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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: This washer must be
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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. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install washer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. AB A. Coupling IMPORTANT: Position the washer so that the rear of the washer B. Washer is within approximately 3 ft (90 cm) of its final location. There are 4 blue bolts in the
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Laundry tub drain or standpipe drain Connect the inlet hoses to the washer Connect the drain hose form to the corrugated drain hose. C H AB A. Snap either end of the drain hose form to the drain hose at the H. Hot water inlet point where the corrugation begins. C. Cold water inlet B. Bend drain hose over drain hose form and snap into place. 1. Attach the hot water hose to the washer’s hot (H) water inlet To keep drain water from going back into the washer: valve. Screw on coupling by hand unt
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Level the Washer Complete Installation The right front foot has been installed at a different height on your 1. Check the electrical requirements. Be sure that you have the new washer. The other three feet were preset at the factory. correct electrical supply and the recommended grounding Properly leveling your washer will minimize excessive noise and method. See “Electrical Requirements.” vibration. 2. Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, 1. Push on the upper f
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FEATURES AND BENEFITS Your new front-loading high efficiency washer, was designed to Spin Speeds conserve resources and lower your water and energy bills. The This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the washer is designed to determine and then provide the amount of cycle selected. For some cycles, the default spin speed can be water needed for the best performance. The time of operation changed if desired. This washer offers up to three different spin may be greater for
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WASHER USE 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/Casual cycle and WARNING run it without clothes. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use ¹⁄₂ the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-sized load. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean before washing clothes. For All Wash Cycles Fire Hazard 1. To load washer Open the washer door by p
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MAX 6. If desired, select the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL. The signal is helpful when you are washing items that should be removed To fill dispenser compartments from the washer as soon as it stops. Press END OF CYCLE SIGNAL to select LOUD, SOFT or OFF. 1. Pull out the dispenser drawer. 7. To begin the wash cycle immediately 2. Add the desired laundry additives to the proper compartment. Select and hold START (for approximately 1 second). 3. Push in the dispenser drawer slowly and completely (to avoid
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To add items 1. Select PAUSE/CANCEL. The washer door unlocks, and items Pausing or Restarting can be added. 1. To pause the washer at any time, select PAUSE/CANCEL. 2. To continue the cycle, close the door and select and hold 2. To continue the cycle, select and hold START (for START (for approximately 1 second). approximately 1 second). 3. To unlock the door after the Add a Garment period, press PAUSE/CANCEL twice. This will cancel the Wash Cycle. Changing Cycles and Options Not all Option
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Cycles Wash Cycles Whitest Whites Choose Wash Cycles by rotating the Cycle selector knob to the This cycle is especially designed for cleaning loads of soiled desired cycle. The indicator light for the cycle selected will white fabrics with the addition of bleach. Hot washing illuminate. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and temperatures assure optimal bleach activity. An additional rinse soil levels. provides optimal rinse performance to avoid chlorine residues on your la
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Drain/Spin Delay Wash Use this cycle to drain your washer or to drain and spin your Use this to begin the wash cycle later. wash load. The spin speed is preset to HIGH. If desired, you can Select DELAY WASH until the desired time (in hours) shows in reduce the spin speed by selecting the speed you want from the the Estimated Time Remaining display. SPIN SPEED modifier. Select START. The countdown to the wash cycle will show in NOTE: Loads of synthetics, delicate fabrics, handwashables, a
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Laundry Guide Refer to this chart for suggested load types and their corresponding cycles. Listed to the right are the options available to each of these washer cycles. CYCLE SUGGESTED LOAD TYPE AVAILABLE OPTIONS Delay Extra End of Wash Rinse Cycle Signal Whitest Whites Soiled white fabrics ✔✔ ✔ Heavy Duty Heavily soiled underwear, towels, shirts, etc., made of cotton ✔✔ ✔ Normal/Casual Normally soiled blouses, shirts, overalls, etc., made of polyester, nylon, ✔✔ ✔ cotton, linen, or cotton bl
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Sorting Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if Loading they would normally be washed together. Separate lint-givers (towels, chenille) from lint-takers (corduroy, synthetics, Loading suggestions (maximum size loads) permanent press). When possible, turn lint-givers inside-out. Heavy Work Clothes Separate dark colors from light colors, colorfast items from 2pair pants 3pair jeans noncolorfast items. 3shirts 1coverall Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy cotto
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WASHER CARE Cleaning Your Washer Begin procedure Cleaning the Door Seal/Bellow 1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer. 1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from 2. Be sure the door is closed. the washer. 3. Open the dispenser drawer and immediately add ²⁄₃ cup 2. Inspect the gray colored seal/bellow between the door (160 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. opening and the basket for stained areas. Pull back the sea
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Cleaning the dispenser drawer To use washer again: The dispenser drawer is removable for easy cleaning. 1. Flush water pipes. 1. Unlock the dispenser drawer by pressing the Release Lever. 2. Reconnect water inlet hoses to faucets. See “Using the Dispenser.” Remove the drawer. 3. Turn on both water faucets. 2. Remove the inserts (the siphon from the softener and bleach compartments). WARNING 3. Wash the parts under running water. NOTE: Do not wash components in the dishwasher. 4. Replace the in
