Quick Reference Sheet

W11355239A
W11355379A-SP
Front Load Washer Quick Start Guide
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are dampened
with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of
oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,
read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your
appliance's Owner's Manual, before operating this appliance.
NOTES:
 Not all features and cycles are on all models, and control panel
appearance may vary.
 If your model has a touch interface, the control panel features a
sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To
ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with
your fingertip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or option,
simply touch its name.
 If your model has physical buttons, make sure to press the button
firmly.
 At cycle completion, your setting and option choices will be
remembered for the next cycle. However, if power to the washer is
lost, the settings and options will go back to the factory defaults.
Step 1. Add HE Detergent
NOTE: See the “Adding Laundry
Products” section in your Owner's
Manual for more information on
adding HE detergent, fabric
softener, and/or bleach.
Step 2. Load Clothes
Add load loosely. Items need to
move freely for best cleaning.
Step 3. Turn Power
On
Step 4. Close Door; then Select
Cycle and Settings
Step 5. Press Start/
Pause
Cycle Guide – Normal Cycle
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that wash cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle,
options, and settings that best fit the load being washed. Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry
product instructions. Avoid tightly packing the washer. The washer will not rinse well or spin correctly if tightly
packed. Not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together. Not all options are
available on all models.
Items to Wash: Cycle: Temperature: Description:
Normally soiled cottons,
linens, sheets, and
mixed-garment loads
Normal Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
This cycle combines medium-speed tumbling
and an extra-high-speed spin. This cycle is
designed to provide the most energy
efficiency.
Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instruction and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see
the Owner’s Manual included with your machine.
For information on any of the following items, the full cycle guide, detailed product dimensions, or for complete
instructions for use and installation, please visit https://owners.amana.com/owners/, or in Canada
http://amanacanada.ca/owners/. This may save you the cost of a service call.
However, if you need to contact us, use the information listed below for the appropriate region.
United States:
1–866–616–2664
Amana Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692
Canada:
1–800–807–6777
Amana Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200–6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Button Descriptions
1. POWER/CANCEL
Select to turn the washer on and off. Select to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.
2. CYCLES
At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from
traditional washers. Press to select a cycle for your load.
3. START/PAUSE
Touch and hold for 3 seconds until the light above Start/Pause comes on to start a
cycle, or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it.
4. CYCLE STATUS
The Cycle Status display shows the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process,
you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers.
Estimated Time Remaining
The Estimated Time Remaining shows the time required for the cycle to complete.
Factors such as load size, modifiers, options selected, and water pressure may affect
the time shown in the display. Tightly packed loads, unbalanced loads, or excessive
suds may cause the washer to lengthen the cycle time as well.
Sensing
When Start/Pause is touched the washer will chime, indicating it is starting, and
“Sensing” will display. The drum will make a partial turn. The door will click one more
time when it locks. Once the door has locked, the washer will start. This sensing
process will continue throughout the cycle.
Designed to use only HE High
Efficiency detergents.
After the load is sensed, the estimated time based on load size will be
displayed and water will be added. You may hear water flowing through the
dispenser, adding detergent to the load. The actual cycle time may be
lengthened; however, the display will continue to show the estimated time. In
the display, “Sensing” may blink once a second at various times during the
cycle, such as when the washer is reducing extra suds.
Washing
During the wash cycle, this will display to let you know the cycle is in
progress.
PreSoak
This symbol will be displayed to let you know a
presoak is in progress.
Add Garment
When “Add Garment” is displayed, you may pause the washer, open the door,
and add items. Touch and hold Start/Pause to start the washer again.
Door Locked
The Door Locked symbol will display to indicate that
the door is locked and cannot be opened without first
pausing or canceling the cycle.
Control Lock
When the Control Lock symbol is displayed, the
buttons are disabled. Touch and hold Extra Rinse for
3 seconds to enable the buttons.
End
Once the cycle is complete, “End” will display. Remove the load promptly for
best results.
5. CYCLE MODIFIERS
When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up. Touch to adjust cycle
modifiers on the washer before touching Start/Pause. Additional wash
modifiers or options selected after touching Start/Pause may not activate.
Once a wash setting is selected, it is saved for the cycle selected. To return to
factory default cycle settings, unplug washer for 30 seconds; then plug back
in. See online “Cycle Guide” for default cycle settings.
NOTE: Some modifiers may increase or decrease the estimated time
remaining.
Temp
The recommended wash temperature is preset for each cycle. Some preset
temperatures can be changed. You may select a different wash temperature
based on the level of soil and type of fabric being washed. For best results,
use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric, following the garment label
instructions. All wash temperatures feature a cold rinse.
Spin
The recommended spin speed is preset for each cycle. Some preset speeds
can be changed.
 Faster spin speeds mean shorter dry times, but may increase wrinkling in
your load.
 Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will leave your load more damp.
Soil
The recommended soil level is preset for each cycle. Some preset soil levels can be
changed. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, select the Heavy Soil setting. For
lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, select the Light Soil setting. Lower soil level
settings will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.
6. CYCLE OPTIONS
You may add or remove options for each cycle. Not all options can be used with all
cycles, and some are preset to work with certain cycles. Options vary by model.
Clean Washer with affresh
®
Use this every 30 washes to keep the inside of your washer fresh and clean. This
cycle uses a higher water level. Use with affresh
®
Washer Cleaner tablets or liquid
chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. When using this cycle,
the drum should be empty. This cycle should not be interrupted. See “Washer Care”
in the “Washer Maintenance and Care” section of your Owner’s Manual.
Drain & Spin
This cycle removes excess water from the load or special-care items washed by
hand. Use this cycle after a power failure. For
some fabrics, you may choose to set a
slower spin speed.
Extra Rinse
Activate this option to add an extra rinse to most cycles. You can also touch and hold
Extra Rinse for 3 seconds to disable/enable the Control Lock.
You can also touch and hold Extra Rinse for 3 seconds to disable/enable the Control
Lock.
PreSoak (on some models)
Touch to add a presoak time of your choice to a wash cycle.