for your topload washer Inside . . . Safety Information . . . 3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Clothing Care . . . . . . . .15 Maintenance. . . . . . . . .16 Troubleshooting . . . . .19 Para bajar una copia de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.speedqueen.com. www.speedqueen.com Part No.
WA R N I N G For your safety and to reduce the risk of fire or an explosion, do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Safety Information Explanation of Safety Messages NOTE: The word “NOTE” is used to communicate installation, operation, maintenance or servicing information that is important but not hazard related. 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.
5. 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. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine or combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. THE GAS IS FLAMMABLE. DO NOT SMOKE OR USE AN OPEN FLAME DURING THIS TIME. 15.
NOTE: The WARNING and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Observe and be aware of other labels and precautions that are located on the machine. They are intended to provide instructions for safe use of the machine. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating the washer. 23.
Operation Before Washing Prepare Wash Load Empty Pockets and Cuffs Make sure all pockets are empty and turn them inside out. One bobby pin, metal or plastic toy, nail or sharp object in a load can catch laundry and cause tears. Facial tissue left in a pocket will produce extreme “lint”. A crayon or lipstick in a wash load may cause stains that cannot be removed. Roll down cuffs and shake out grass, sand and gravel. TLW1990N Mend Rips and Tears 2.
• When washing very large items, do not fill WA R N I N G washtub as full as with other loads. Water Level Do not wash or dry items soiled with vegetable or cooking oils. Some oils may remain after washing and may cause the fabric to catch on fire by itself. • The water level in your washer should fit the size of your wash load. Small loads will use lower water levels. There must be enough water in the washtub to allow items to move and turn over freely.
Wash Temperature Energy Hot Water You can save energy when washing by following a few guidelines: Hot water will give the best results of cleaning and sanitizing, but it is not suitable for all items. It is best for sturdy whites and colorfast items, heavily soiled items and diapers. 1. Heating water accounts for the greatest energy expense when washing. Save on heating water by using warm or cold washes as well as cold rinses. Warm Water 2. Wash full loads, but do not overload.
Operating Your Washer There are two settings in the HANDWASH/ DELICATE cycle – Normal and Light. WA R N I N G Delicate Cycle (on select models only) To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death to persons, read the Safety Information section before operating your washer. Wash delicate items usually washed by hand on this cycle. A full tub of water is recommended (even for small loads) to allow the delicate items to move freely through the water.
Fabric Selector Setting (on select models only) To Wash Clothes IMPORTANT: Before using your new washer, make sure the washer cord is plugged into a 120 Volt electrical outlet that has the proper grounding and polarity. Make sure the washer hoses are connected to the hot and cold water faucets, and that the faucets are turned on. Be sure the drain hose is not kinked and is inserted into a drain. Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details of proper washer installation.
3. Add clothes loosely into the washtub. 5. Set WASH/RINSE temperatures. (All rinses are cold.) NOTE: Cold rinses will save you money and energy and will help reduce wrinkling in permanent press and synthetics. TLW1996N TLW1996N 4. Close the lid. The washer will not agitate or spin with the lid open. TLW2108N The Energy Saver settings, marked with an asterisk (*), show which temperature settings will use the least energy. 6. Set LOAD SIZE (WATER LEVEL) control.
Timer 7. Set Fabric Selector (on select models only). Although the washer cycles are automatic, the timer may be reset to lengthen, shorten or repeat a portion of a cycle. To set or reset the timer, push timer knob in to stop the washer. Hold timer knob in firmly while turning it clockwise to the setting desired. Pull timer knob out to start the washer. Manual Soaking Set the timer knob in the center of the word “RINSE” (this prevents the washer from spinning without first filling with water).
Optional Features Fabric Softener Dispenser Bleach Dispenser To Use Dispenser The bleach dispenser is located in the left front corner, under the lid. After the clothes are loaded into the washtub and before the start of the WASH cycle, pour the proper amount of liquid fabric softener into the bottle measuring cap (refer to bottle directions). Pour into dispenser. Use liquid bleach in the dispenser. Powdered bleach must not be used in the dispenser. Add powdered bleach to the wash water.
To Clean the Dispenser Use Tips Remove the dispenser housing from agitator by squeezing the lower part of the dispenser, pulling directly upward and at the same time tilting slightly. This will expose the dispenser cup, which is also removable, for cleaning (refer to illustration). Both housing and cup can be soaked in hot soapy water and rinsed clean. The funnel shape in top of agitator also needs to be cleaned. The hole and the slots in the two rings will require using a small brush for proper cleaning.
Clothing Care Clothing Concerns build-up of soil or water hardness minerals on them. If you notice that your clothes are not as bright as they should be, take corrective measures immediately. To keep clothes looking white or bright, use good washing practices at all times to prevent a gradual Problem Gray or Dingy Clothes Yellowed Clothes Clothes Tearing or Damaged Excessive Lint Wrinkling Cause Solution Insufficient Detergent Add more detergent to washtub before loading clothes.
Maintenance Cold Weather Care Replacing Hoses • If the washer is delivered on a cold day (below • Hoses and other natural parts deteriorate 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. after extended use. Hoses may develop cracks, blisters or material wear from the temperature and constant high pressure they are subjected to.
Reinstallation of Shipping Materials • After the shipping brace has been installed in You must install the shipping brace and shipping plug any time the washer is moved. • Insert shipping plug into base opening and, the lid opening, tilt washer back enough to access base opening. using the palm of your hand, push shipping plug into washer until it snaps into shipping plug opening.
Preventative Maintenance of the following: water of any amount on the floor, an increase in operating noise or water remaining in the washtub after a cycle. Follow these guidelines to ensure the washer operates properly. Call for service if you observe any Frequency Monthly Maintenance Procedure 1. Check all hoses and the drain for leaks. 2. Check the lid switch for proper operation. 3. Check to make sure the washer is level. Every six months Clean the filter screen in the fill hoses.
Troubleshooting Try these troubleshooting tips before making a service call. You may save time and money! Washer Symptom Won’t Fill Possible Cause / Solution • • • • • • • • • 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. Pull timer knob out to start washer. Make sure that the controls are properly set. Make sure that the last spin has been completed.
Washer Symptom Water Leaks Possible Cause / Solution • • • • • Check that fill hoses are properly installed on the faucets and the washer’s water mixing valve. Replace the fill hoses every five years. Make sure drain receptacle is not clogged. Check house plumbing. Laundry load may be oversudsing or overloaded. Use less detergent (or low-sudsing detergent) and proper load sizes. Is Noisy • • • Wash load may be unbalanced. Open lid and redistribute the load. Make sure washer is level.
Contact Information If service is required, contact the nearest Factory Authorized Service Center. To find the nearest service center, visit us online at www.speedqueen.com. When contacting us about your washer, 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. Please include a copy of your bill of sale and any service receipts you have.
