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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 ............................................................... 3 3 3 Installation........................................................................................... Dimensions and Specifications.............................................................
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 13.1 in. (33.3 cm) 14.6 in. (37.08 cm) 24 in. (61.0 cm) 36.94 in. (93.83 cm) 42.25 in. (107.2 cm) Stainless Steel Models Through Serial No. 1005018719 43 in. (109.2 cm) All Other Models 31.1 in. (79 cm) 29.6 in. (75.1 cm) 2 in. (5.1 cm) 26.9 in. (68.3 cm) 28 in. (71.1 cm) 2 in. (5.1 cm) FLW2258N 1.5 in. (3.8 cm) MODELS EQUIPPED WITH DRAIN HOSE FLW2258N 13.1 in. (33.3 cm) 36.94 in. (93.83 cm) 14.6 in. (37.08 cm) 24 in. (61.0 cm) 31.1 in. (79 cm) 29.
Installation Before You Start NOTE: An 8 in. (20.32 cm) coin drawer is required for coin operated models. Tools For most installations, the basic tools you will need are: 1 2 3 4 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.
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. Step 7: Wipe Out Inside of Wash Drum Before using washer for the first time, use an all-purpose cleaner, or a detergent and water solution, and a damp cloth to remove shipping dust from inside wash drum. 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.
Installation A junction box on the rear panel houses a terminal strip which furnishes supply output signals for the supply injection pumps. Refer to Figure 13 for the injection interface label. Supply Injection System Number of liquid supply connections (1–Detergent and 2–Softener) 2 Liquid supply connection size, in. (mm) 3/8 (9.52) or 1/4 (6.35) WARNING YELLOW Wear eye and hand protection when handling chemicals; always avoid direct contact with raw chemicals.
Installation Step 9: 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 cabinet. 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 10: 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.
Operation Operation Instructions 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. NS IO CT RU ST IN . . G ATE ow) IN atuLD.
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 17). 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 HEAVY, NORMAL, PERM PRESS or DELICATES cycle. Light indicates selection.
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. FLW2243N ' DRY2389N Figure 19 FLW2243N Figure 21 To Insert Card Insert card into opening.
Operation Indicator Lights DOOR LOCKED WASH DOOR LOCKED is lit whenever the door is locked. The door cannot be opened when this light is on. 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 SPIN is lit for all spin cycles. START START flashes one second on and one second off when the full vend price has been 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.
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 START keypad. Make sure that the controls are properly set. Make sure that the loading door is closed tightly.
Troubleshooting Washer Symptom Vibrates/Moves Slightly Possible Cause/Solution • • • Make sure washer is level. Uneven leveling can cause vibration. Make sure washer is installed on a solid, sturdy and level floor. The washer should not be installed on carpeting, soft tile, a platform or other weakly supported structures. Make sure rubber feet are installed on all four leveling legs. Refer to Installation section, step 5. Is Noisy • • Make sure washer is level. Uneven leveling can cause vibration.
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: When calling or writing about your unit, PLEASE GIVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS. The model and serial numbers are located on the nameplate. The nameplate will be in the location shown in Figure 23.
Installer Checklist Fast Track for Installing the Washer (Refer to the manual for more detailed information) • Position Washer Near Installation Area. • Remove the Shock Sleeves and Shipping Brace. FLW2124N FLW2124N CHECK CHECK H054IE0A +,($ • Position and Level the Washer. • Wipe Out Inside of Wash Drum. FLW2115N FLW2115N FLW2114N CHECK CHECK FLW2114N • Connect Fill Hoses. COLD HOT (Supply Injection Models Only) • Connect External Supplies to Washer.