Installation/Operation Frontload Washers Metered Commercial FLW1526C Para bajar una copia de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.comlaundry.com. Keep These Instructions for Future Reference. (If this machine changes ownership, this manual must accompany machine.) www.comlaundry.com Part No.
WARNING Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this machine according to the manufacturer's instructions may result in conditions which can produce bodily injury and/or property damage. W030 NOTE: The WARNING and IMPORTANT instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood that common sense, caution, and carefulness are factors which cannot be built into these washers.
Table of Contents Safety Information.............................................................................. Explanation of Safety Messages........................................................... Important Safety Instructions ............................................................... 4 4 4 Installation........................................................................................... Dimensions and Specifications.............................................................
Step 7: Start Washer......................................................................... 27 Indicator Lights ................................................................................ 27 Maintenance ........................................................................................ User-Maintenance Instructions............................................................. Cold Weather Care........................................................................... Care of Your Washer .........
Safety Information Explanation of Safety Messages Important Safety Instructions Throughout this manual and on machine decals, you will find precautionary statements (“DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION”) followed by specific instructions. These precautions are intended for the personal safety of the operator, user, servicer, and those maintaining the machine. (Save These Instructions) DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will cause severe personal injury or death.
Safety Information 11. Do not repair or replace any part of the washer, or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. 12. To reduce the risk of an electric shock or fire, DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to connect the washer to the electrical power source. 13. Use your washer only for its intended purpose, washing clothes. 14.
Installation Dimensions and Specifications Coin Slide Models 21.56 in. (54.76 cm) 36 in. (91.44 cm) 14.6 in. (37.08 cm) 13.1 in. (33.3 cm) 31.1 in. (79 cm) 29.6 in. (75.1 cm) 24 in. (61.0 cm) Standard Capacity Meter Case 43 in. (109.2 cm) High Capacity Meter Case 43.875 in. (111.44 cm) Coin Slide Models 40.19 in. (102.08 cm) Electronic Control Models 38.19 in. (97 cm) Electronic Control Models 22.06 in. (56.03 cm) 26.875 in. (68.3 cm) 28 in. (71.1 cm) 2 in. (5.1 cm) 1.5 in. (3.
Installation Before You Start Tools For most installations, the basic tools you will need are: 1 2 NOTE: If the washer is delivered on a cold day (below freezing), or is stored in an unheated room or area during the cold months, do not attempt to operate it until the washer has had a chance to warm up. NOTE: Install dryer before washer. This allows room for attaching exhaust duct. 3 4 NOTE: Some moisture in the wash drum is normal. Water is used during testing at the manufacturer.
Installation Installing the Washer Step 2: Position and Level the Washer Step 1: Position Washer Near Installation Area Move washer so that it is within 4 feet (1.2 meters) of the desired area of installation. NOTE: For best performance and to minimize vibration or movement, install washer on a solid, sturdy and level floor. Some floors may need to be reinforced, especially on a second floor or over a basement.
Installation NOTE: DO NOT slide washer across floor if the leveling legs have been extended, as legs and base could become damaged. Remove rubber feet from accessories bag and place on all four leveling legs. Verify that unit doesn’t rock. 3 2 1 Step 3: Connect Fill Hoses WARNING Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
Installation Turn on the water supply faucets and flush the lines for approximately two minutes to remove any foreign materials that could clog the screens in the water mixing valve. NOTE: When installing in newly constructed or renovated building, it is very important to flush the lines since build-up may have occurred during construction. Connecting Hoses IMPORTANT: Hoses and other natural rubber parts deteriorate after extended use.
Installation Risers Risers (or air cushions) may have to be installed if the pipes knock or pound when flow of water stops. The risers are more efficient when installed as close as possible to the water supply faucets (refer to Figure 6). 1 Step 4: (Non-Gravity Drain Models Only) Connect Drain Hose to Drain Receptacle Remove the drain hose from its shipping position on the rear of the washer by removing the shipping tape. IMPORTANT: Drain receptacle must be capable of handling a minimum of 1-3/8 inch (3.
Installation Standpipe Installation Step 5: (Gravity Drain Models Only) Connect Drain Outlet to Drain System Place the drain hose into the standpipe. Remove the beaded tie-down strap from accessories bag and place around standpipe and drain hose and tighten strap to hold hose to standpipe. Refer to Figure 8. This will prevent the drain hose from dislodging from drain receptacle during use. Remove drain fitting (four inches long) and hose clamp from accessories bag.
Installation Step 6: Remove the Shock Sleeves and Shipping Brace Remove front access panel by removing the two screws at the bottom of the panel. 1 Remove the five bolts and lockwashers from shipping brace with 9/16 in. wrench and remove brace. Refer to Figure 10. One is holding the brace to the weight. Remove this bolt first. Four bolts are located on the washer base. Remove the two front bolts next and then the two rear bolts. Remove all four shock sleeves by pulling on the yellow rope.
Installation Step 8: Plug In the Washer Electrical Requirements 2 (120 Volt, 60 Hertz with 3-Prong Grounding Plug) 3 1 NOTE: The wiring diagram is located in the control hood. 120±12 V.A.C. 0 V.A.C. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death, all wiring and grounding MUST conform with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, and such local regulations as might apply.
Installation Grounding Instructions Step 9: Check Installation The washer 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. Refer to Installer Checklist on the back cover of this manual and make sure that washer is installed correctly. The washer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a three-prong grounding plug.
Installation Vending Meter Case The factory mounted coin meter case does not include the service door lock, coin slide, coin drawer, coin drawer lock or keys. These parts must be ordered (at extra cost) according to the purchaser’s requirements direct from the manufacturer of your choice. 2. If installing a Greenwald coin slide, position extension lever (to be installed on extension bracket) with arm that has one star facing down. Refer to Figure 13.
Installation Installing Extension Onto Coin Slide: Option 1 1. Install slide extension onto top of coin slide using two remaining screws and lockwashers. Refer to Figure 15. Attaching Screws 6. Check to make sure coin slide is operating properly by inserting coins and starting a cycle. The IN USE light will turn on, or flash if it is already on, to indicate proper operation. Installing Extension Onto Coin Slide: Option 2 1. Install coin slide according to manufacturer’s instructions. 2.
Operation Operation Instructions for Coin Slide Operated Washers IMPORTANT: Prior to first wash, use an allpurpose cleaner, or a detergent and water solution, and a damp cloth to remove shipping dust from inside of washtub. Step 2: Close Loading Door Close the loading door tightly. The washer will not operate with the loading door open. O IMPORTANT: Remove all sharp objects from laundry to avoid tears and rips to items during normal machine operation.
Operation Step 3: Add Laundry Supplies Step 4: Set Fabric Selector Open dispenser drawer. Measure and add low sudsing, high efficiency (HE) detergent (1), bleach (2) and fabric softener (3) to the dispenser drawer (refer to Figure 20). Close dispenser drawer. Set regular loads at NORMAL or PERM PRESS. Set delicate loads at DELICATE. IMPORTANT: If using non-HE detergent, avoid oversudsing by using 1/2 of the detergent manufacturer's recommended amount.
Operation Indicator Lights Rapid Advance IN USE The Rapid Advance feature allows the owner to quickly advance through an active cycle to a specific cycle step. This light will remain on while washer is in use. DOOR LOCKED This light will come on after the PUSH-TO-START button has been pressed and the washer door has locked. It will remain on until the wash cycle has ended. FINAL SPIN AND TUMBLE This light will come on at the start of the final spin and remain on until the wash cycle has ended.
Operation Operation Instructions for MDC Washers Step 2: Close Loading Door IMPORTANT: Prior to first wash, use an allpurpose cleaner, or a detergent and water solution, and a damp cloth to remove shipping dust from inside of washtub. Close loading door tightly. The washer will not operate with the loading door open. IMPORTANT: Remove all sharp objects from laundry to avoid tears and rips to items during normal machine operation. Step 1: Load Laundry Load items loosely into wash drum.
Operation Step 3: Add Laundry Supplies Open dispenser drawer. Measure and add low sudsing, high efficiency (HE) detergent (1), bleach (2) and fabric softener (3) to the dispenser drawer (refer to Figure 26). Close dispenser drawer. IMPORTANT: If using non-HE detergent, avoid oversudsing by using 1/2 of the detergent manufacturer's recommended amount. Step 4: Set Fabric Selector and Wash Temperature Push touchpad for NORMAL/HOT, NORMAL/ WARM, PERM PRESS/WARM or DELICATES/ COLD cycle.
Operation Step 5: Insert Coin(s) or Card Step 6: Start Washer To Insert Money After vend price has been satisfied, push the START pad. DOOR MUST BE CLOSED TO START WASHER. Insert coin(s) in coin slot. Check pricing as seen on digital display. FLW1923N W387I Figure 28 FLW1923N Figure 30 To Insert Card Insert card into opening.
Operation Indicator Lights WASH WASH is lit at the beginning of a wash cycle and will remain lit until the wash cycle is complete. RINSE RINSE is lit at the beginning of all RINSE cycles and will remain lit until the rinse cycle is complete. SPIN IMPORTANT: If washer fails to operate properly after installation, make sure electrical service and water supply faucets are turned on.
Operation Operation Instructions for NetMaster Washers Step 3: Add Laundry Supplies IMPORTANT: Prior to first wash, use an allpurpose cleaner, or a detergent and water solution, and a damp cloth to remove shipping dust from inside of washtub. IMPORTANT: Remove all sharp objects from laundry to avoid tears and rips to items during normal machine operation. Open dispenser drawer.
Operation Step 4: Set Fabric Selector Step 6: Insert Coin(s) or Card Push touchpad for NORMAL, PERM PRESS or DELICATES cycle. Light indicates selection. To Insert Money NOTE: Changes can be made to Fabric Selector setting up until the first fill is complete. NORMAL PERM PRESS DELICATES HOT WARM COLD Insert coin(s) in coin slot. Check pricing as seen on digital display.
Operation Step 7: Start Washer INSERT COIN/CARD After vend price has been satisfied, push the START pad. DOOR MUST BE CLOSED TO START WASHER. INSERT COIN/CARD is lit to prompt the user to insert coins or card to satisfy the vend price. When INSERT COIN/CARD is lit, the digits and decimal point show the vend price remaining to be satisfied.
Maintenance User-Maintenance Instructions Replacing Hoses Lubrication Hoses and other natural rubber parts deteriorate after extended use. Hoses may develop cracks, blisters or material wear from the temperature and constant high pressure they are subjected to. All moving parts are sealed in a permanent supply of lubricant or are equipped with oilless bearings. Additional lubrication will not be necessary. Do not lubricate the door hinge. If the hinge makes noise, replace the hinge.
Maintenance Reinstallation of Shipping Materials Cleaning Foreign Object Trap To prevent damage while moving the washer, the shipping materials MUST be reinstalled. The washer’s pump has a trap that may collect foreign objects. The trap may need to be cleaned if water is draining slower than usual. To clean: Disconnect washer from electrical supply. While supporting the front access panel, remove two screws from the bottom edge of the panel. Gently lower the panel to remove it from the washer.
Troubleshooting Try these troubleshooting tips before making a service call. They may save time and money. Washer Symptom Possible Cause/Solution Won’t Fill Make sure power cord is plugged all the way into the electrical outlet. Make sure hot and cold water faucets are turned on. Make sure that the fill hoses are not kinked or twisted. Press PUSH-TO-START button or START keypad. Make sure that the controls are properly set. Make sure that the loading door is closed tightly.
Troubleshooting Washer Symptom Too Many Soap Suds Possible Cause/Solution Vibrates/Moves Slightly Laundry load may be oversudsing. Make sure you are using low sudsing, high efficiency (HE) detergent. Make sure you are using the amount of detergent recommended on the detergent’s label. If using non-HE detergent, use only 1/2 of the detergent manufacturer's recommended amount. Laundry load may be overloaded. Make sure you are using proper load sizes. Make sure washer is level.
Contact Information If service is required, contact the nearest Factory Authorized Service Center. If you are unable to locate an authorized service center or are unsatisfied with the service performed on your unit, contact: Alliance Laundry Systems Shepard Street P.O. Box 990 Ripon, WI 54971-0990 U.S.A. www.comlaundry.com Phone: (920) 748-3121 When calling or writing about your unit, PLEASE GIVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS. The model and serial numbers are located on the nameplate.
Installer Checklist Fast Track for Installing the Washer (Refer to the manual for more detailed information) 1 5 • Position Washer Near Installation Area. • Position and Level the Washer. FLW2125N FLW2125N CHECK CHECK H135IE0A H135IE0A 2 • Connect Fill Hoses. 6 COLD HOT • Remove the Shock Sleeves and Shipping Brace. TLW1976N TLW1976N CHECK CHECK 3 (Non-Gravity Drain Models Only) 7 • Connect Drain Hose to Drain Receptacle. FLW2124N FLW2124N • Wipe Out Inside of Wash Drum.
