Splendide WDC1025MCEE User's Manual
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1. A rubber cap may be missing from one of the leveling legs e Washer may not be installed on a solid firm floor e The four shipping brackets are still on the machine Thumping Noise e Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping noise at the beginning of the spin cycle 25 34 2 142. Does Not Start e Washer may not be plugged in or connection may be loose House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Timer knob not in correct position Cycle selector knob not in correct position Assure an air break is available to prevent the machine from siphoning in a standpipe The standpipe should be at 25 62 cm minimum 34 86 cm maximum height Assure the drain loop or suitable clamp to support drain hose has been used Water Does Not Enter The Washer Or It Enters Slowly e Water supply is not adequate in the area Hot and cold water faucets for the inlet hoses are not turned completely on Water is being used elsewhere in the house when the washer is running Water inlet hose filter are clogged Fig 3 Water inlet hoses are kinked Door is not securely shut Washer Stops During Cycle e Drain hose is kinked or clogged Fig 1 House fuse blown circuit breaker tripped or wall plug not firmly in receptacle No more than 6 of the drain hose should insert into a standpipe The outlet end of the drain hose must be at least 20 50 above the base of the machine e Page 13 Wash And Rinse Water Temperatures Are Incorrect e The hot water hose and cold water hose are connected to the wrong faucets Water Is Entering Washer But Tub Does Not Fill e Standpipe for the drain hose is not the correct height Fig 2 drain hose is to far into standpipe or air break does not exist Wa
3. Fig 3 4 Close the 4 holes on the cabinet with the plastic blanking plugs that you will find in the accessories bag Fig 3 LEVELING After selecting a permanent location the machine should be properly leveled to prevent vibration To do this adjust one or both front levelers as needed after loosening the lock nuts Once your washer is per fectly leveled be sure to tighten the lock nuts Fig 4 FOR YOUR OWN PROTECTION AND TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS INJURY AND FIRE PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY Destroy the carton and plastic bags after the washer dryer has been unpacked Children should never be left alone or unattended in the area where appliances are located Washer installation and grounding must be done in accordance with local codes by a qualified installer Installation instructions are included in this manual for the installer s reference Use only low sudsing detergents suitable for front loading washers or a small amount of regular deter gent The soap suds should never exceed the mid line of the port hole The washer must be plugged into a properly grounded three 3 prong electrical outlet For your safety the third or round grounding prong must never be removed DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD Page 2 e Repair or replacement of a part should be made only by a qualified service technician to prevent personal injury or damage to the machine Ask your dealer for a list of authorized repair serv
4. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of impor tant operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the The model number of this product may be found on the back of the unit and the serial number on the label affixed to the back of the unit You should note the model and serial numbers of this unit in the space provided and retain this booklet as a permanent record of your purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE USE AND CARE OF YOUR AUTOMATIC WASHER DRYER TO AVOID UNNECESSARY SERVICE CALLS Your new appliance is a carefully engineered product Many times what appears to be a reason to call for service requires nothing more than a simple adjustment you can easily make in your own home You will be charged for a service call while the appliance is in warranty if the problem is not caused by defective product workmanship materials covered by this warranty To avoid a charge for an unnecessary service call and before calling a serviceman please refer to the Avoid Service Check List for situations that you can remedy This list is included at the back of this Use and Care Book This appliance is an automatic washer dryer It is front loading with an extra large door opening for easier access It
5. hot water If stain remains sponge thoroughly with a grease solvent Dry Repeat if necessary To remove Yellow stain use a chlorine or oxygen bleach Ink Ball Point Some ball point inks are set by water First test a scrap of cloth Sponge stain repeatedly with acetone amyl acetate or rubbing alcohol Hair spray is effective Launder Bleach if necessary Use amyl acetate on triacetate arnel dynel and verel Use acetone on other fabrics NOTE Some inks cannot be removed Ketchup Scrape of excess Soak in cold water 30 minutes Pre treat with a detergent paste Launder Mildew Brush off surface growth to keep mold spores from spreading Dip article into solution of 1 2 cup bleach per 1 gallon of cool sudsy water for 5 to 10 minutes Rinse well Launder Mud Let stain dry then brush well Rinse repeatedly in cool water until mud comes out Launder Note Hot soap suds set a red or yellow clay stain Mustard Soak in hot detergent water for several hours If stain remains bleach Nail Polish Treat while fresh scraping or wiping off as much as possible before it dries Place stain face down on white paper towels Sponge back of stain acetone nail polish remover or sponge with denatured alcohol and a few drops of household ammonia Sponge stain frequently Launder with water at temperature suitable for fabric Note Do not use acetone on acetate arnel dynel or rayon Paint Sponge or soak in turpentine or solvent
6. power cord is plugged in and that the circuit is energized e Open the hot and cold water taps fully e Load the machine with the articles to be rinsed e If you wish put fabric conditioner in the additives compartment D of the Detergent Dispenser e Turn the program selector knob to the position marked Rinse Select the desired heat setting Press the half heat if you want a low dry temperature Set the dryer timer to the desired time e Select the desired spin speed High speed spin only occurs in the regular cycle e Switch the machine on by pressing the ON OFF button WASHING TABLE TYPE OF FABRIC require TIMER CYCLE Compartments may be used with the selections indicated With the cycle C C please proceed as follows COLD WASH Add detergent in compartment A Cotton amp Linens Hon Colorfast Al Cold Permanent Press sturdy Delicate Al Cold Enits amp Delicates Delicate 211 Cold wool SPEED AGITATE a a ka H a 1000 rpm DISPENSER JA Bc o PRE WASH COLD WASH Add detergent in compartment A and Switch the machine on When the machine starts the pre wash open the detergent dispenser drawer and add further detergent to compartment A for the REGULAR wash cycle Page 10 LAUNDRY AIDS Detergent Amount Recommendations e Use only a low sudsing detergent one or two table spoons maximum of the standard powder detergent or liquid equivalent e The
7. recommended as a thinner on label Launder Perfume Rinse in cold water Rub undiluted liquid detergent or a detergent paste into stain Rinse If stain remains bleach Perspiration Wash or sponge stain thoroughly with warm water and detergent paste If perspiration has changed the color of the fabric restore it by treating with ammonia or vinegar Apply ammonia to fresh stains rinse with water Apply vinegar to old stains rinse with water Rust and Iron Apply commercial rust remover according to manufac turer s directions Rinse Or if safe for fabric boil stained article in solution of 4 teaspoons of cream of tartar to 1 pint water Scorch Rinse or soak in cold water Work detergent into stain Rinse Bleach if necessary Stain may be impossible to remove Shoe Polish Scrape off as much as possible Pre treat with a detergent paste rinse If stain persists sponge with rubbing alcohol 1 part to 2 parts water or turpentine Remove turpentine by sponging again with warm detergent solution or with alcohol Bleach if necessary Soft Drinks Sponge with cold water some stains are invisible when they have dried but turn brown when heated and may be impossible to remove Tar and Asphalt Act quickly before stain is dry Sponge with grease solvent or turpentine Launder Urine Soak in cool water If stain is dry work a detergent paste into the spot then rinse If necessary bleach Page 12 CARE AND CLEANING Cl
8. seal on each connection The couplings should be tightened by hand a tool should only be used if a leak occurs Do not use excessive force see M Fig 1 Waler The Inlet valves are color coded Red Hot White Cold It is possible to run the machine on cold water only but a water supply must be connected to each inlet valve To do this we suggest you use F connector supplied with the washer dryer see N Fig 2 PLUMBING Water Outlet You should carefully position the drain hose to avoid kinks and ensure proper drainage of the water The outlet end of the drain hose must be at least 20 50 cm above the base of the machine At this point it is possible for the water to be discharged into a sink standpipe or drainpipe No more than 6 of the drain hose should insert into a standpipe Assure an air break is available to prevent the machine from siphoning in a standpipe IMPORTANT Make sure the drain hose is not kinked and the water flow is not restricted Standpipe Drain System When a standpipe installation is used it must be at least 144 3 2 cm in diameter with a minimum carry away capacity of 7 gallons 26 liters per minute Wall or Floor Standpipe Drain Top of standpipe must be at least 25 62 cm high and no higher than 34 86 cm from bottom of washer A amp B Page 3 Sink Drainpipe System You should carefully position the drain hose to avoid kinks and ensure proper drainage of the
9. type ALWAYS measure the amount of detergent The amount of suds formed is not necessarily an indication of how much to use Some detergents form a great amount of suds others only a few Use only detergents suitable for front loading washers for best results Page 6 WASHER FEATURES On Off Button After the clothes have been loaded and the desired water temperature and cycle selected pressing the ON OFF button causes the cycle to begin On Off Water Saver Button This button varies the amount of water used during your wash cycle Selecting Low is recommended when doing partial loads of laundry Besides using less water the Low setting requires less energy and detergent resulting in additional wash economy Since the Low setting uses less water you should always select the High setting when doing full loads or heavy articles of laundry to ensure proper washing NOTE Be sure to reduce the amount of detergent used during economy low water washes NOTE Do not use the Low water setting when washing knits amp woolens or delicate clothing or when doing a full load of laundry Medium High Spin Button When the button is pressed the spin speed will be reduced from high to low during the regular cycle High Heat Half Heat Button When this button is pressed the half heat drying temperature is obtained Release for maximum heat Half heat should only be used with delicate fabrics Wash Timer Enable
10. water Use a drain loop or suitable clamp to support drain hose at 25 62 cm minimum 34 86 cm maximum The outlet end of the drain hose must be at least 20 50 cm above the base of the machine Entry into sink drain system must be above trap When routing the drain hose through cabinets or walls assure no ruff or sharp edges can damage the drain hose All sharp edges MUST be cov ered by a protective material such as electrical or duct tape Use a drain hose clamp to secure drain hose to Wye Branch or Disposer not included You may connect directly to a Wye Branch Tailpiece available at most hardware stores You may connect directly to a Disposer by following the manufacturer attachment method You may connect directly through the floor to a separate trap The trap must be vented to prevent siphoning To provide proper venting install an Air Gap Kit available at most hardware stores You may connect to the manufacturers sink drain kit sold separately that will supply water from your faucet and discharge water directly into your sink IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using your appliance follow basic precautions including the following e Read all instructions before using the appliance e Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned washed or spotted with gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive subs
11. OWNERS MANUAL Syplenaim o When Technology Meets Ecology CAUTION Before operating this appliance it 15 recommended that you read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions COMBINATION WASHER amp CONDENSER DRYER MODEL WDC1025MCEE LISTED corporate offices Westland Sales PO Box 427 15650 SE 102 Ave Clackamas OR 97015 USA warehouses Clackamas OR amp Elkhart IN phone 503 655 2563 fax 503 656 8829 web www westlandsales com www splendide com e mail splendide westlandsales com TABLE OF CONTENTS Splendide LAUNDRY CENTER Record Serial amp Model Numbet Installation Removing Shipping Brackets Leve lit ae hanna Groundin EE Important Safety Instructions Recessed Closet and Alcove Installation Laundry SOLUN Oaer e spec toise Pre Teatino eea eee Pre Was MUG Lanndi AS Washer On Off On Off Water Saver Button Medium High Spin Button High Heat Haltf Heat Button Wash TIME cree Water Cycle 1 DEVI TINCT es Cool Drying Dram Deterg
12. Scrape off excess with dull blade Sponge with cleaning fluid Chocolate or Cocoa Soak 15 minutes in cold water Rub detergent paste into stain then rinse thoroughly Launder in hottest water safe for fabric If colored stain remains sponge with hydrogen peroxide rinse and launder Cod Liver Oil Sponge article with cleaning fluid Soak in warm suds If stain persists wash with bleach safe for fabric To remove yellow stain sponge with hydrogen peroxide Rinse and launder Old stains may be nearly impossible to remove Coffee or Tea Black Soak fresh stains immediately in cold water Then use bleach treatment with hottest water safe for fabric Or if safe for the fabric pour boiling water through spot from a height of 1 to 3 feet Launder Coffee or Tea With Cream Rinse or soak in cold water Work detergent into stain Rinse Dry If grease stain remains sponge with cleaning fluid Repeat if necessary If stain remains bleach Page 11 Cosmetics Eye Shadow Lipstick Liquid Make Up Mascara Powder Pancake Make Up or Rouge Apply undiluted liquid detergent to stain or dampen stain and rub in soap or detergent paste until thick suds are formed Work in until stain is gone rinse well Repeat if necessary If color remains bleach is safe for fabrics Cream Ice Cream or Milk Sponge stain with cool water or soak stain in cool water for 30 minutes or longer If stain remains work a deter gent into spot then rinse Ble
13. ach if necessary Deodorants and Antiperspirant Wash or sponge stain thoroughly with warm water and detergent rinse If stain remains bleach with hot sudsy water Launder You may be able to restore fabric color by sponging with ammonia Rinse thoroughly Dye Rinse or soak in cold water Work detergent into stain Rinse If necessary bleach Stain is not always possible to remove A commercial color remover may also be used Egg or Meat Juice Rinse in cold water If stain remains sprinkle with meat tenderizer let stand 15 to 20 minutes If stain still remains sponge with cleaning fluid or diluted bleach Launder in hot water The use of hot water first may set stain Fabric Softener Stain Rub with bar soap until stain has lightened Rinse thoroughly Launder Rubbing alcohol is sometimes effective if the color of the garment can take it Launder If desired dry cleaning can be used Felt Tip Pen Spray spot with cleaners suitable to this purpose Sponge stain thoroughly Rinse with cold water Reapply cleaner if necessary Fruit Wine Soak fresh stains immediately with cool water Then use bleach treatment with hottest water safe for fabrics pour boiling water through spot from a height of 1 to 3 feet Launder Grass Work detergent into stain Sponge with denatured alcohol Bleach if necessary Grease or Oil Scrape away excess Rub detergent paste or a general purpose liquid house hold cleaner into stain rinse with
14. degree of soil will change detergents amounts For heavier soiled loads increase the amount of deter gent used for lightly soiled loads decrease the amount of detergent used e If water is extremely hard detergent should be increased Reduced detergent amounts should be used in soft water under 3 5 grains per gallon e If garments have been pre treated decrease the amount of detergent If garments have been heavily pre treated it may not be necessary to add detergent e If the previous machine owned was a top loader the initial wash loads in a front loader may require a reduced amount of detergent until the detergent remaining in the clothes is removed Old detergent trapped in the garments will be released during the tumble action wash cycle Detergent will be flushed automatically into the machine from the detergent dispenser The suds level should never rise more than halfway up the porthole Too much foam will not only impede the wash action of your machine but will rinse through the detergent dispenser and make a mess on the floor If this should happen clear excessive suds by setting the timer to the beginning of the first rinse and allow the machine to rinse out Bleach Bleach functions to whiten clothes remove certain problem stains to deodorize and in some cases to sanitize however bleaching is not a substitute for good laundry techniques Bleach only during the wash cycle Bleach should never be added to the rinse
15. dispenser ready for the next wash A small amount of water may remain in compartment and or at the end of the wash program This can easily be removed by pouring a small additional amount of water into this compartment which allows the siphon to operate and draw all the water into the machine Note The detergent dispenser drawer and housing should be cleaned to prevent a build up of detergent and fabric softener This dispenser drawer is easily removed by pulling out Rinse it under the tap dry and replace Page 7 DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER Detergent Detergent Hot Warm Pre Wash Cycle Softner Bleach Wash Rinse Cold Wash Rinse Wash Rinse Selector Dryer Timer Wash Program Selector Heat Selector For Drying Spin Selector For Regular Cycle High Low Level Button On Off Button Door 2 Levelling Leg Page 8 HOW TO WASH j pany G0 0 ha i Wit amp sone 1 L i r gt e ou a T4 F Operating Steps Before using the washer for the first time wipe the inside and outside with a damp cloth to remove any travel dust that has accumulated and we recommend operating a rinse cycle to rinse out your machine Be sure the hot and cold water faucets are turned on fully Make sure that the power cord is plugged in and that the circuit is energized To familiarize you with a load of convenience we sugges
16. eaning The Exterior As you use the washer occasionally wipe the cabinet with a damp cloth or sponge wipe dry with a soft cloth Do not use polish or any kind on the plastic trim Some polishes contain agents which may damage plastics Cleaning The Interior If you live an area where phosphate detergents are banned it may be necessary to recondition the washer periodically Because a non phosphate detergent must be used body oils and detergent may accumulate in the washer tub This is particularly evident in hard water areas or in homes where heavily soiled garments are regularly laundered To remove this build up run the washer through a complete cycle using hot water and 2 cups of a non precipitating water conditioner Do not add any clothes laundry detergent or other laundry aids Once all accumulation has been removed your laundry should be satisfactory if you follow the preventive suggestions in this guide book General Maintenance After washing is complete the water faucets should be turned off to relieve water pressure on the hoses Wipe the inside of the washer door with a soft cloth to remove any remaining moisture Periodically a thin coat of paste wax should be applied to the inner door of the washer especially to the area which is immediately next to the door window This will protect the door finish from laundry aid spills and any discoloration which may results from these spills The interior of the machine shou
17. ent 1 N N N NTI N WN A Line Drawing and 8 How To 9 Operating 5 9 First Ladson 9 Pre WaS 9 How To Use Your 10 Tumble Di ee rere terre ere tee 10 To Rinse Spin and Tumble Dry 10 Wash 10 Lanndi 06 a 11 Detergent Recommendation 11 11 Liquid Fabrics Softenerts 11 Stain Removal 11 12 Care and Cleaning 13 Cleaning Exterior 13 Cleaning the 13 General 1 13 Cleaning the Drain 13 13 Avoid Service Check List 13 14 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICES PERSONNEL appliance The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated Dangerous Voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons
18. er 100 minutes indicate an overload condition that has resulted in a loss of dry performance HOW TO USE YOUR NEW WASHER DRYER e Load the drum with clothes as previously described Close the door e Select a program See chart below e Select drying time and half heat if required e Select desired spin speed high spin only occurs in regular wash cycle e Put the detergent bleach and fabric conditioner into the dispenser e Press the ON OFF button to start the machine Note Woolen garments should under no circumstances be tumble dried TUMBLE DRY If you want to tumble dry a load without washing rinsing or spinning proceed as follows Note The dry weight of the load must not exceed requirements previously mentioned e Make sure that the power cord is plugged in and that circuit is energized e Make sure that the wash timer knob is at an OFF DRY position e Press the Half Heat button if you wish to dry at a low temperature e Set the Dryer Timer knob to the drying time you e Open the door load the articles to be dried into the cylinder and close the door e Press the ON OFF button in and the machine will then start the drying cycle e Door may be opened during drying cycle TO RINSE SPIN AND TUMBLE DRY It is possible to rinse spin and tumble dry articles which have not been previously washed in the machine The dry weight of the load must not exceed load size previously described e Make sure that the
19. fore washing Refer to the Stain Removal Chart for treatment of specific stains If an entire item is heavily soiled or very stained it may be easier and more effective to pre wash the item before laundering than to pre treat every spot Pre Washing Pre wash excessively soiled clothes such as work or children s play clothes They often contain deeply embedded dirt Pre washing with detergent will help loosen the soil e Fasten all hooks zippers and buttons e Turn knit garments wrong side out to reduce the tendency of knits to pill Fabric pills are balls of fiber on the surface of the garment caused by wear or friction e Remove loose dirt and sand Brush dirt from trouser cuffs Shake or vacuum rugs to remove loose surface soil e If buckle is washable place a scrap of material securely around the ornament before washing and drying to prevent scratching and damage to the machine Remove non wash able trims buckles buttons and belts e Tie strings belts and apron sashes into bows to avoid tangling during washing Laundry Aids Detergents are the most popular cleaning agents for home laundry Using too little detergent results in poor washability while using too much causes over sudsing and poor rinsing Detergents not only remove soil but also hold it in suspension in the wash water to prevent redepositing it on the wash load The amount to use de pends on wash load size amount of soil Water hardness and detergent
20. has 5 wash cycles in addition to extra rinse and extra spin cycles You will obviously want to obtain the best possible wash By reading and following the instructions in this booklet you will achieve excellent results Please ensure that the instructions are followed If you should need any further advice or assistance please contact the dealer where your machine was purchased BEFORE USING WASHER DRYER eThe washer must be installed on a strong level floor and in a protected dry and well ventilated area close to a power and water supply of sufficient capacity and a sufficient drain outlet eDryer installation and grounding should be done in accordance with local codes by a qualified installer e Installation Instructions are included in your Use and Care Manual for the installers reference eThe washer should be plugged into a properly grounded three 3 prong electrical outlet of 115 Volt 1300W 12 5 A 60 Hertz It should not be controlled by a wall switch or pull cord which might be turned off acciden tally Page 1 INSTALLING YOUR WASHER DRYER IMPORTANT In the accessories bag you will also find a spanner that is to be used for removing brackets and leveling washer dryer feet REMOVING SHIPPING BRACKETS 1 Remove back panel screws and lift panel clear Fig 1 2 Remove fixing screws from the four brackets and cross bearing Fig 2 then remove brackets 3 back panel with 3 screws previously removed
21. ice companies e Disconnect power to the washer at the circuit breaker or fuse box or unplug the machine in an emergency or when servicing is required Have the installer show you and label the proper switch or fuse at the electrical disconnect box WARNING The Appliance Should Be Connected To An Individual Branch Circuit With No 14 AWG Wire And Protected By 15 A Fuse or Breaker GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper connection of equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance If it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician PLUMBING Water Inlet The straight end of these hoses should be connected to the supply Fig 4 The 90 angled end of these hoses should be connected to the inlet valves on the back of the machine using one of the washers to make a water tight
22. ld be cleaned periodi cally by qualified service personnel A internal condenser cleaning kit is available to improve drying time when needed Part 100A Cleaning The Drain Screen Clean the drain screen frequently For instruction please refer to page 7 of this manual WINTERIZING Turn off the hot and cold water source to machine Set machine to fill in regular cycle on warm wash Turn machine on for a few minutes so machine can take on any water Lift inlet hoses to assure no water is left in inlet hoses Turn unit off Advance the wash timer to spin cycle and turn on This will activate the water pump and will evacuate as much water as possible e Turn unit to off Place a towel under the drain filter area and remove drain filter This will drain any water left in the bottom of unit Install drain filter correctly to assure it does not leak water In extreme conditions you may wish to completely remove the inlet hoses Complete AVOID SERVICE CHECK LIST You may save the cost and inconvenience of an unnecessary service call by first reviewing this easy to use check list of the most frequently encountered situations that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials You will be charged for a service call while the appliance is in warranty if the problem is not caused by defective workmanship or materials Review this Avoid Service Check List before calling for service It may save time and expense Washer
23. machine should be cleaned periodi cally by qualified service personnel Do not place items exposed to cooking oil in your dryer Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire Clean drain filter assembly at front of machine regularly Recessed Closet And Alcove Installation Instructions The Machine may be installed in a recessed area closet or alcove The installation spacing is in inches and is the minimum acceptable Additional spacing should be considered for easy installation servicing and com pliance with local codes and ordinances Other installations must use the mini mum dimensions indicated o 0 Recessed Front View Minimum Installation Spacing al 1 1 Side View Additional clearances for wall door and floor moldings may be required Page 5 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LAUNDRY PREPARATION Sorting Clothes should be sorted to separate items which could damage other garments Sort items into loads according to similar colors fabrics garment construction and degrees of soil e Color Separate clothes into three groups whites and pastels medium and bright colors and dark colors Items which bleed color should be washed alone e Type of fabrics Delicate items should be separated from sturdier items Fabrics that shed lint should be separated from those which shed none or attract li
24. nt Inspection e Garment constructions Garments that fray easily or that have unusual trim require gentle care These gar ments may be washed in the front loader using the knit cycle If garments are fragile and delicate hand wash ing may be desirable e Degree of soil Heavily soiled items should be sepa rated from the rest of the wash to prevent transfer of soil in the wash water While sorting clothes into wash loads also inspect each garment to see if it requires special care e Remove stains while they are fresh and easy to get out Try cold water first to remove unknown stains Hot water sets stains containing protein such as blood egg meat and milk To remove difficult stains refer to the Stain Removal Chart at the end of this book e Pre treat heavily soiled areas such as collars cuffs and centers of pillow cases Refer to the Pre treating section for specific instructions e Mend rips and tears before washing so further damage is not done to garments e Empty pockets Objects left in pockets such as crayons pens markers or tobacco crumbs may stain an entire wash load Paper tissues will shred leaving bits on each item in the washer Remove coins and other foreign objects to prevent damage to the machine Pre treating Pre treat heavily soiled areas such as collars cuffs and centers of pillow cases by using a pre wash spray or brushing liquid detergent or a laundry detergent and water paste over the areas be
25. ppers buttons and the machine interior Practice will soon tell you just how much drying time to allow to get the effect you want Drain Screen The removable drain screen which protects the pump from lint and foreign matter needs to be cleaned periodi cally How often will depend on your wash load e g cotton towels cause more lint to collect than nylon loads Open the service door by pressing on the left hand side Turn drain screen counter clockwise and pull the drain screen out Have a cloth or shallow tray under the drain screen housing as a small quantity of water may run out You may find it helpful to first set the machine to spin allow the unit to start then remove the drain screen once unit starts This procedure reduces the amount of water released Clean the screen under running water to help remove any lint Replace the screen by sliding back into the housing within 3 minutes Lastly turn clockwise to secure Under no circumstances should the drain screen be removed while the machine is full of water Detergent Dispenser The detergent dispenser is designed so detergent additives and bleach will flush automatically into your machine Use only 1 to 2 tablespoons of powder detergent or liquid equivalent It is divided into 4 compartments for cold wash hot wash detergents additives i e fabric softeners and bleach At the end of the wash program any remaining liquids will be automatically siphoned out leaving the
26. s the operator to select the wash program required according to the type of fabric and degree of soiling Refer to the program chart on page 10 Water Cycle Selector Allows operator to select the temperature of the wash rinse water Drying Timer This control allows you to preset the drying time you want according to your requirements which may be damp dry ready for ironing or ready for put ting away The drying time depends largely on the type of material some fibers absorb more water than others the dampness of the articles when the drying is started and the amount of laundry Table napkins towels and similar rather thick articles will take a longer time to dry After all the controls have been correctly set the dryer will start to operate as soon as you close the door During operation the Drying Timer will gradually return to the Stop position O The final 12 minutes of the drying cycle is the cooling phase At the end of this cooling phase it will automatically switch itself off Cool Drying Period Towards the end of the tumble drying cycle there is a cool drying period which lasts about 12 minutes The heater is off during this period while the machine continues to tumble When setting a wash dry cycle the dryer pre heats the drum during the final spin on all cycles The cooling feature helps minimize creasing and is particularly important with synthetic fabrics It is also important to cool snaps zi
27. t Your First Load be typical queen size bedding This machine may be set to wash and dry automatically in any cycle Single size sets will dry quicker and king size longer Different types of materials may benefit from being shaken out once the dry cycle has run long enough approximately 2 minutes to allow the door to be opened It is important the clothes are able to tumble freely to allow the drying process to occur Dry times of over 100 minutes indicate an over load condition that has resulted in a loss of dry performance Your First Load e Use only 1 to 2 tablespoons of powder detergent or liquid equivalent For cold cold wash and rinse add detergent to dispenser A for all other wash cycles add detergent to dispenser B Refer to Wash Table for other additive options e Set the wash timer to regular wash Set the water selector to the desired wash rinse temperatures e Set the heat and spin buttons to the out positions e Set the dry timer to 80 minutes This automatically includes a 12 minute cool down e Place a set of queen size sheets and pillow cases in the drum loosely e Push the on button e Water will begin to enter the drum and the wash cycle will start Wash time will be approximately 60 minutes upon completion the machine will automatically start to dry the load When the dryer has completely finished it s cycle the machine will automatically stop Page 9 e After washing and drying are complete the ho
28. t and cold water faucets should be turned off and push the ON OFF switch Wipe the inside off the washer door and rubber boot with a soft cloth or sponge to remove any remaining moisture e Once the machine is started in the wash cycle for your safety the door is automatically locked and cannot be opened Attempting to open the door may break the handle or the latch If for some reason the door must be opened during the cycle operate in the following way e Press push button OFF e Turn timer knob to spin position e Press push button ON and wait until water is discharged e Press push button OFF and wait at least 2 minutes for door lock to open e To restart go back to Operating Steps Pre Wash On more heavily soiled wash loads a pre wash will help to obtain a better wash It will disperse any superficial dirt and help loosen soil ready for the main wash To pre wash select the main wash cycle you wish to use Then turn the timer knob to the pre wash setting immediately preceding the regular cycle If pre wash with detergent is required the detergent must also be added in compartment A of detergent dispenser After the pre wash is completed the machine will automatically perform the regular wash NOTE When you set a combined program of washing and tumble drying the cylinder must not be loaded with more than the required load size stated earlier in this manual Judge this load by the dry times achieved Dry times of ov
29. tances as they emit vapors that could ignite or explode e Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance Close supervision of children is necessary e Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded remove the door to the washer dryer compartment e Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving e Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather e Do not tamper with controls e Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recom mended in the user maintenance instructions or in published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out e Do not add gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode Page 4 Under certain conditions Hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not been used for such a period before using this combination washer dryer turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will release any accumulated Hydrogen Gas Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similar textured rubber like materials Keep the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from accumulation of lint dust and dirt The interior of the
30. ter Leaks e Hose connections at faucet and or machine not tight e Rubber washers are not inside the metal hose connec tors Fig 3 e Drain hose not securely fastened Fig 1 2 Drain pipes in the house are clogged e Too much detergent or a high sudsing detergent in soft water is being used e Soil may be on the door seal or gasket of the washer preventing a tight seal Water In Washer Does Not Drain Or Drains Slowly e Drain hose is kinked or clogged Fig 1 e Standpipe does not have a large enough diameter and is slowing the draining process e Machine is over soaped e Wash filter plugged Kunked Drain Hosa Remove Filters 4 A using tweerers clean and ys USF ii Remove filters clean and replace Fig 3 A ene Over Sudsing Too much detergent used e Detergent used is not compatible with water conditions e Garments were pretreated before washing e Additional laundry aids such as oxygen bleach may cause additional sudsing Chugging Noise e A certain amount of chugging noise is normal in a heavy duty machine Rattling And Clanking Noise e Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be in the tub e Foreign objects may be in the pump e Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting the washer tub during the washing cycle Vibrating Noise e Washer is not level and lock nuts may not be securely tightened on front adjusting feet e
31. water Always dilute bleach before using To add bleach open detergent dispenser door and pour it in compartment C front left WARNING Under no circumstances overfill the bleach dispenser Excessive bleach will run directly into the machine and may damage the clothes Liquid Fabrics Softeners All fabrics particularly towels and diapers benefit from the use of fabric conditioners in the final rinse Items of laundry feel softer are more easily ironed and the clinging affect of synthetics is considerably reduced We recommend using a bio friendly softener or other softeners that appear light or white in color and have a more liquid consistency These type products are found to dissolve more thoroughly in less water in this type machine Add one to two tablespoons of softener to the Additives compartment D of the detergent dispenser Under no circumstances overfill as the softener will immediately siphon into the machine and in so doing impair the wash results STAIN REMOVAL CHART Blood Rinse or soak fresh stain in cold water Work detergent into any remaining stain Rinse If stain persists put a few drops of ammonia on stain and repeat detergent treatment Rinse If necessary bleach Candle Wax Scrape off excess Place stain between clean white blotters or several layers of facial tissues Press with warm iron Sponge with cleaning fluid If dye spot remains bleach Chewing Gum Rub with ice to harden
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