Operating Instructions Washing Machine Save these instructions for future reference Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO. We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill your needs for many years to come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality, and high quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are greatly appreciated throughout the world.
Contents Before using your machine for the first time Transport protection Packing material Washer door Checking water hardness Important safety instructions Grounding instructions Installation Overflow guard function Transport/Winter storage Disposal Child safety Keep an eye on children! Parts of the washing machine Detergent compartment Advice and tips before washing Sorting your laundry Clothing Laundry labels Laundry label symbols Colored cotton Unbleached linen Wool Rayon fibers and synthetic fibers Re
Contents Installation Leveling the machine Water supply connection Drain outlet connection Electrical Connections Grounding instructions Freestanding installation Stacked installation Built-in installation Service Warranty How to contact the ASKO Appliances Inc. Quick guide 29 29 29 30 30 30 30 30 31 32 33 33 36 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Before using your machine for the first time Do you need this Use&Care Guide in Spanish? Log on to www.askousa.com/customer-care to download. ¿Necesita esta Instrucciones de uso y cuidado en español? Entre en www.askousa.com/customer-care y descárguesela. Transport protection Remove any transport protection devices before installing the machine. See the "Transport protection" chapter. Packing material Please sort waste materials in accordance with local guidelines.
Important safety instructions Save these instructions for future reference WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the appliance. • Do not run appliance while you are out of the home.
Important safety instructions B) Grounding instructions for a permanently connected appliance: Disposal This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
Child safety Keep an eye on children! Watch out for children! • Laundry detergents are corrosive, so always keep them out of reach of children. • Should a child swallow detergent, give plenty to drink immediately, i.e., one or two glasses of milk or water. Do not try to induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately: The National Poison center phone number is 1-800-222-1222. • Always close the door and start the appliance as soon as you put in the detergent.
Parts of the washing machine 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Main power switch Detergent compartment Program panel Type plate (on the inside of the washer door) Drain pump cover Drain pump (behind hatch) Washer door 1 2 5,6 8 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Detergent compartment 1. Pre Wash 2. Main Wash 3. Fabric softener 1 2 3 The detergent drawer automatically dispenses the detergent and fabric softener at the appropriate times. Simply pour the measured amounts of detergent and softener into the proper compartments (as illustrated) and close the drawer. Note To avoid oversudsing, do not put detergent in the prewash compartment unless you are using one of the Heavy wash programs which has a prewash cycle. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Advice and tips before washing Here are some tips that may help you before washing. Sorting your laundry Sort items according to: • how soiled they are • color • material Clothing 1. Close zippers and Velcro straps so they won’t damage fabrics. 2. New colored items may contain excess dye and should therefore be washed separately the first few times. 3. Turn delicate items inside out. This reduces the risk of burling and fading. 4. Empty pockets and wash them inside out if possible.
Advice and tips before washing Wash cycle Tumble dry cycle Tumble dry heat setting Wash water temperature Special drying instructions Bleach instructions Ironing instructions Dry clean symbol Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.
Advice and tips before washing Colored cotton Save time and energy Colored cotton items labeled 140°F (60°C) should be washed at 140°F (60°C) the first time in order to remove any excess dye. If you do not do so, there is a risk that the color will run. Use detergent without bleach in order to preserve the color of the fabric. Use the Color program to save time and energy. This program has a shorter main wash than White, but is often sufficient for lightly soiled laundry.
Advice and tips before washing Note! Recommended powder detergents Due to environmental concerns, we discourage the use of strong chemicals. ASKO washers use 50% to 75% less detergent than most other washers. This is because of their low water consumption and the fact that all the wash water is repeatedly circulated through the laundry, ensuring that all the detergent is fully utilized. We recommend that you use powder detergents made specifically for front-loading washers.
Advice and tips before washing Amount of detergent to use The amount of detergent needed varies among the different brands, but for most detergents, you need only one or two tablespoons. Using too much detergent can result in detergent residue being left in your clothes, which can cause them to appear gray or dingy. You should start with a small amount of detergent and increase it only if the cleaning results are unsatisfactory.
Operating instructions Wash ball or net Warning To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. If you use a wash ball or net, place it directly in the drum and select a program without pre-wash. Note! Sort your laundry. Detergent overdosing does not give better washing results; it merely causes a greater impact on the environment. See the "Advice and Tips before washing" section.
Operating instructions 5 Select the program Program name Temperature Super Rinse Spin Time Door opening Start/Stop You select a program by turning the program selector. An LED lights up beside the selected program and the estimated program time is shown on the display. The program time is based on the time last taken by the same program. Use the option buttons to select any options. 1. Auto 4.
Operating instructions 6. Everyday Wear 8. Wool/Hand Wash Program for blended materials, permanent press shirts, and functional sports clothing. The program has a high water level and as such is also suitable for cushions, quilted jackets, and similar items. Read the washing instructions carefully and remember, for example, that fabric softener must not be used with the membranes found in some outer garments. A washing temperature up to 140°F (60°C) and a spin speed up to 1200 rpm can be selected.
Operating instructions Program chart Program Water consump- Energy consump- Program time (approx. hrs and Pre Number of Spin speed tion tion min.) Wash Temp. °F rinses rpm Max. load (approx. gallon) (approx. kWh) 1. Auto X 203 5 1600 18 22,5 2.2 2:45 X 140 5 1600 18 19,8 1.2 2:40 140 3 1600 18 15,6 1.20 2:21 104 3 1600 18 15,6 0.59 2:02 4. Color 140 3 1600 18 15,9 1.2 1:40 5. Quick 104 2 1600 9 6,6 0.4 0:40 6. Everyday Wear 104 2 1200 9 13,2 0.
Operating instructions 6 Select options You can select options to adjust the wash program to suit your own specific requirements. The available options depend on the selected program. If the option is available for the selected program, the symbols lights up when you press the button. The machine will remember the options you select for each program (with one exception – Delayed Start). You can still change the selected options the next time you select a particular program.
Operating instructions 7 8 The time remaining is shown in hours and minutes. Once a program is selected, the estimated program time is displayed. This may differ from time to time depending on the temperature of the water entering the machine and the size of the load. If the program time is longer than the previous wash with the same program, "0:01" will be displayed until the program finishes.
Settings You can change the following settings: Automatic Door Opening. Extra rinses. Door opening If you choose Automatic Door Opening, the washer door will open once the program has finished. 1. Turn off the machine using the main power switch. 2. Press the Super Rinse button and then the main power switch. 3. "AdO" is shown on the display if Automatic Door Opening is activated, or "AdF" if the option has not been activated. 4. Press the Super Rinse button to change the setting. 5.
Care and maintenance instructions Cleaning the trap and the drain pump The washing machine has a trap where coins, hairpins, and the like can collect. To clean the trap and the drain pump, do as follows: 1. Make sure the machine is empty of water and switched off at the main power switch. Cleaning the detergent compartment Note! Do not wash the detergent compartment in a dishwasher! Pull the detergent compartment out as far as it will go. 2. Open the door.
Care and maintenance instructions Cleaning the inside of the machine to avoid unpleasant smells Modern detergents often allow laundry to be washed at low temperatures. This means that small deposits can build up in the machine. These, in turn, may lead to unpleasant odors developing. To avoid this, we recommend running a 203°F (95°C) wash program once a month. When you do this, use a small quantity of detergent. It is not necessary to put any laundry in the machine. Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.
Care and maintenance instructions Rinse holes under the paddle If you have hard water If you suspect that objects such as nails or paper clips may have fallen into the wash drum, you should check the space under the paddles. Such objects can rust and cause spots on clothing. Nails and other sharp objects can cause holes in fabrics. If you live in an area with hard water (high limescale content), a grayish-white coating may form on the wash drum. To remove this, empty a sachet of citric acid, approx.
Troubleshooting The washer door will not open The machine will not start 1. Check that the main power switch is on. 2. Is there power? Check your home’s fuses (circuit breakers). The washer door cannot be opened with the door opening button (with the key symbol) if the power is off. 1. Is the washer door properly closed? Push it firmly. 2. Is there power? Check the house fuses. 3. Check that you have not selected Delayed Start. To cancel Delayed Start, press the Start/Stop button for three seconds.
Troubleshooting Error messages If an error occurs during the program, a message is shown on the display. To exit the message after taking action, turn the machine off and then back on. The error messages that may be shown in the display are: F10 Overfilling 1. Shut off the water tap. 2. See "Drainage error". F12 Water Inlet Fault Check: • that the tap on the water pipe is open. • that the filter in the machine’s water intake is not blocked.
Technical information Technical data Height: Width: Depth: Weight: Cylinder volume: Max. laundry capacity: Spin speed (rpm): Rated power: Heater output: Water pressure: Wash drum and liquid compartment material: Outer casing material: Water connection: Drain: 33 1/2'' (850mm) 23 7/16'' (595mm) 23,0" (585mm) 161lb (73kg) 15,9gal (60l) 18lb (8kg) 400-1200 See serial number tag and rating plate. See serial number tag and rating plate.
Transport protection Before the machine is used, the three transport screws should be removed as shown below. Note! If the machine is to be moved and transported, the transport screws must be refitted to prevent damage to the machine through shaking. If the transport screws or plastic plugs have been lost, you can order new ones from your retailer. Article number 80 882 77 80 884 67 Designation Screw Plastic plug Order three of each item! 1. Loosen and remove the screws. 2.
Installation Read these instructions carefully and completely before you install the machine. The installation should be carried out by a qualified person who is familiar with all local codes and ordinances for electrical and plumbing connections. Cosmetic damage must be reported to your dealer within five days from the date of purchase. After unpacking the washer, thoroughly check the unit for cosmetic damage.
Installation Drain outlet connection The machine is supplied with the outlet hose already attached. The hose should be extended over a suitable sink edge or drain pipe at a height of 24" to 36" (610 mm to 914 mm) above the bottom of the unit. (The lower height is preferable.) Make sure the hose is not kinked. 24" to 36" Warning! Connection to a permanently wired supply point must be made only by a qualified electrician Grounding instructions This appliance must be grounded.
Installation Built-in installation ASKO washers can be installed beneath a cabinet or worktop with a height of 34½" (876 mm) or in a closet. There must be a gap of about ½" (12 mm) all around the machine, including between the rear edge of the machine's top panel and the back wall. The opening width must be at least 24½" (622 mm). Space must also be available for the inlet and drain hoses. See the illustration below for measurements and positions.
Service It is important to register your product warranty by logging on to www.askousa.com/customer-care/register-my-appliance/ and filling out all required fields within 90 days from the date of purchase. After doing so, you will be e-mailed a certificate that will extend the original warranty for one additional year. If you do not have access to the internet, complete the warranty card included with the product and mail it to the address on the warranty card within 90 days from the date of purchase.
Service Warranty ASKO Appliances Inc. will not pay for: How to contact the ASKO Appliances Inc. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of the appliance. 2. Repair damage due to shipment, delivery, installation, misuse or abuse. 3. Instruct how to use the appliance. 4. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring. 5. Correct house plumbing, including drainage problems related to improper installation. 6. Clean or service air device in drain line.
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Quick guide Washing 1 1. Empty pockets and close zippers. 2. Read the item’s laundry label. 3. Sorting laundry. Note! Place underwired bras in a laundry net. Load the laundry 2 1. Pressing the main power switch. 2. If the washer door is closed, press the Door Opening button (key symbol) and the door will open. 3. Load the laundry and close the washer door. Detergent compartment 3 1. Pour detergent into the main wash compartment, and pre-wash compartment as well if required.