Use and Care Guide TM WASHER DRYER COMBO COMBINADA LAVADORA SECADORA COMBINE LAVE-LINGE/SECHE-LINGE ELECTRONIC Contents Appliance Registration 2 Care & Cleaning 14 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Vacation & Winter Storage 15 Safety Instructions 3 Safety Features 16 Installation Instructions Water and Electrical Requirements 4~7 8 Operating Guide 9~10 Cycle Selection 11~12 Detergent Guide 13 Fabric Care Symbols 17~18 Troubleshooting Guide 19~21 Warranty Backcover Technical Services and
Help us Help You... Before using your washer dryer read this book carefully. It is intended to help you properly operate and maintain your new washer dryer. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. If you don’t understand something or need technical assistance, please contact: Technical Service and Support 101 3rd Street Kentwood, LA 70444 Phone: 1.866.517.7827 Energy - Saving Tips The power and water consumption of your washer dryer can be minimized if you follow these suggestions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance In keeping with your best interest and safety, please read these carefully • Do not wash or dry clothes or any items that have been soaked basic safety precautions, including the following: Use this appliance only for its intended purpose, as you will find described in this Use and Care Guide. This washer dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with installation instructions before it is used.
Installation sheet Tools needed for Installation Operation Of A Condensing Dryer • Multi wrench • Utility Knife • Channel Lock • Nut driver • Level • Screw driver - Flat Blade Parts supplied for installation. In a properly designed “ventless” system it is physically impossible for any air (steam) to escape the unit because the intake of the fan must equal the output. The only way air can be forced from the unit is for additional outside air to be drawn into the system, creating a positive pressure.
Installation sheet Proper installation is extremely important for your washer dryer to function correctly. When you first receive your washer dryer remove the box and packing material from the unit and inspect it carefully. If you find damage, immediately contact the delivery company and the company from which the unit was purchased. STEP 1 PREPARE WASHER DRYER 1. Carefully remove the box and packaging materials from the outside of the washer dryer. 2.
Installation Sheet STEP 3 Final Installation Check List 1. Instructions and other items have been removed from the tub. 2. Shipping bolts have been removed. 3. Washer dryer is plugged in to an electric outlet and is properly grounded. 4. Water hose is connected to the faucet with inlet screens and washers. 5. Water is turned on and checked for leaks at faucet and machine end connections. 6. Drain hose is properly located into drain facility and is not collapsed or damaged. 7.
Installation sheet Plumbing Shipping Bolts Bolts Max. 36 inches Spacers Min. 28 inches Spacers Spacers Leveling A Installation Sheet A. Should be 36 inches maximum and 28 inches minimum.
Water and Electrical Requirements Electrical 220V, 60Hz 20/30 Amp fuse or circuit breaker We recommend a dedicated circuit meant only for the washer dryer. The washer dryer is equipped with a power cord and a four prong NEMA 14-30P plug. Never use an extension cord. An electrical ground is required on this appliance. This unit is equipped with a three prong grounded plug for use in a properly installed and grounded outlet.
HOW TO USE YOUR WASHER DRYER Time Left / Time Delay WASH PROGRAM OFF COTTON Spin Heavy Duty Rinse Super Cold Wash Dry Time RPM Cotton Regular Quick Wash Cotton Color Express Gentle Cotton Dry Regular Delicates Dry PERMANENT PRESS Power Gentle Cold Wash Eco Regular Eco Regular WOOL DELICATES WASH TIME DRY SUPER PLUS WRINKLE WASH PRE ANTI RINSE DELAY SPIN TIME START Making It Easy For You Time Left / Time Delay WASH PROGRAM OFF COTTON Spin Heavy Duty Rinse Super Cold
DISPLAY PANEL READINGS The display window / panel is divided in two parts - Upper and lower. The upper part displays the current ongoing operations. The lower part displays numbers to indicate cycle time, delay timer or spin speed. When Power button is pressed - Three horizontal, lines show RESET, if wash prog knob is at OFF position. When Wash Prog is selected - Background lights up, two dots flash, followed by cycle description, total time in minutes and the pre set spin speed.
DRYING TIME GUIDE Dry time can depend on fabric type, wash cycle selected, room temperature, room moisture etc. Allow your Personal experience to guide the selection process. DRYING GROUND RULES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Do not tumble dry woolen clothes. Avoid drying woven and loop knit materials. Do not overload permanent press and synthetics for drying. Remove permanent press clothes immediately after dryying to reduce wrinkles.
Drying Options Choose your drying options from the table below to suit your personal preference. Dry Damp Dry Minutes Minutes 1200 85 65 4.4 lbs 1200 75 55 Synthetic & Delicate 3.3 lbs 850 80 65 Synthetic & Delicate 2.
Detergent Guide How to choose and use the right detergent Keep your detergent fresh. Under the sink isn't a good place to store detergent. Too much moisture will cause the powder to cake. If your powder detergent gets older or lumpy throw it away. It won’t wash well. Old detergent often won’t dissolve. If you use a liquid detergent these precautions are not necessary because liquid detergents don’t lump as they age or come in contact with water.
Care and Cleaning ! Unplug electric power cord before cleaning washer dryer to avoid shock. Cleaning the Exterior Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. Occasionally wipe the outside of your unit to keep it looking new. Cleaning the Interior The drum is made of stainless steel so it will no rust. However, specks of rust can be caused by small metal articles like safety pins, paper clips or belt buckles washed in the washer dryer. The drum should be cleaned regularly.
Vacation & Winter Storage Install and store your washer/dryer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses and other parts and components, freezing can damage your washer dryer. If storing or moving your washer dryer during freezing weather, winterize it. To Transport the Washer Dryer If you are going away on vacation or not using your washer/dryer for an extended period of time, you should.... • Unplug washer/dryer or disconnect power • Turn off water supply.
Safety Features We Care For You... For the protection of your family and loved ones your washer dryer is equipped with many safety features. Child Safe Door An electromechanical safety device in the door prevents it from opening during operation. Door will not open until the unit is shut down and the power button is turned off. Washer Motor A thermal safety device protects the motor from overload or underload giving the motor long life.
Fabric Care Care Label Guide The following information is provided by U.S. Federal Trade Commission as part of Project Clean. The symbols appearing on garment labels provide care instructions from the garment manufacturer. These symbols seen on the fabric serve as minimum laundering instructions to indicate washing, bleaching, drying, ironing and dry cleaning. Additional symbols or words or both may be used to clarify the instructions. The water temperatures listed below are provided as a guideline.
Fabric Care BLEACH IRON Any Bleach (when needed) Iron Only non-chlorine bleach (when needed) High Warning: Do Not Bleach Medium DRY Low Dry Warning: Do Not Iron Normal Warning: No Steam Permanent Press/Wrinkle Resistant DRY-CLEAN Gentle/Delicate Heat Setting: High Dry Clean Any Solvent Heat Setting: Medium Dry Clean - Normal Cycle: Any Solvent Except Trichloroethylene Heat Setting: Low Dry Clean - Normal Cycle: Petroleum Solvent Only Special Instructions: Line Dry/Hang to Dry Special Instr
Questions? Use This Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM Washer won’t fill, rinse or drum will not turn Drum does not fill, but water is flowing Washer won’t drain Washer continues to fill or drain or the cycle seems stuck Washer makes noise • • • • • • • • • Is power cord plugged into a 220V power receptacle? Is Wash Program knob pointing to the correct program number? Is water inlet hose kinked? Is water pressure at the tap correct? Is the tap ON? Is the door closed? Is the fuse blown or circuit breaker tr
Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY • • • • Detergent dispenser clogged • Did you use excessive detergent? Is the detergent low sudsing? Always measure and use low sudsing detergents. Pour it carefully and wipe up spills. • Did you pour fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser? • Did you pour bleach into its correct dispenser? • Did you use a powdered bleach? Use liquids only.
Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM Load is tangled or twisted Fabric damage Door does not open • Did you overload drum? Loads should move freely during washing. • Did you place laundry loosely into the drum? Do not wrap clothing together. • Were sharp items removed from the pockets before washing? • Empty pockets, zip zippers, snap or hook fasteners before washing. • Were strings and sashes tied to prevent tangling? • Were items previously damaged? Mend rips & broken threads in seams before washing.
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WARRANTY This EdgeStar product is warranted to be free from defective workmanship and materials for the first year following the date of original purchase. Replacement parts will be supplied free of charge for the first year following the date of original purchase. Labor will be performed free of charge for the first 90 days following the date of original purchase.
DESCRIPTION OF WARRANTY SERVICE: All defective product components covered by this warranty will be repaired or replaced, at EdgeStar’s option, free of charge on a mail-in basis to EdgeStar’s authorized repair facility during the first 90 days from the date of original purchase.
