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Table of Contents Safety Information...................................................................................7 Explanation of Safety Messages.....................................................................7 Important Safety Instructions......................................................................... 7 Operation................................................................................................9 Before Washing...............................................................
Preventative Maintenance........................................................................... 20 Reinstallation of Shipping Materials............................................................. 21 Motor Overload Protector............................................................................. 21 Troubleshooting.................................................................................... 22 Warranty Repairs...................................................................................
Safety Information Safety Information Explanation of Safety Messages Important Safety Instructions Precautionary statements (“DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION”), followed by specific instructions, are found in this manual and on machine decals. These precautions are intended for the personal safety of the operator, user, servicer, and those maintaining the machine.
Safety Information • • • • • • • • • • • • • • cerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. This is a safety rule for all appliances. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. Children less than three years should be kept away unless continuously supervised. Do not reach into the washer if the washtub or agitator, if applicable, is moving. Never operate the washer with any guards, panels and/or parts removed or broken.
Operation Operation Before Washing Pretreat Prepare Wash Load Pretreat shirt collars and cuffs with a pretreat product or liquid detergent when placing them in the washer. Before washing, treat special stains individually. 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, cause tears and plug the pump. Facial tissue left in a pocket will produce extreme “lint”.
Operation Wash Temperature Wash Temperature Guide Hot Water Hot water is the most effective for cleaning, but it is not recommended for all fabric types (read labels). Temperature Warm • Sturdy whites and colorfast items • Work clothes • Soiled items • Diapers • Best cleaning for items soiled with oily or greasy stains, grass, or ink.
Operating Your Washer Operating Your Washer Determine Proper Cycle Waterproof Items The following cycle descriptions will help determine which cycle to choose depending on the type of laundry being washed. If waterproof or water-resistant items need to be washed, use only the Delicate Cycle. Normal Eco Examples of waterproof items include rain coats and bed liners. Load the items evenly and load washtub no more than 1/2 full.
Operating Your Washer tween periods of agitation and then a short soak until advancing to the next part of the cycle. Cycle Added Wash Time (minutes) Normal Eco 8 Perm Press 3 Heavy Duty 4 Bulky/Sheet 4 Delicate 3 Deep Fill Use this option to add extra water to any cycle when a deeper fill level is desired. Status The active Status light will flash at the beginning of the cycle. The Status lights are lit throughout the cycle to show what part of the cycle is running.
Operating Your Washer 4. Close the lid. The washer will not fill, agitate or spin with the lid open. 2. The Start/Pause Status light will flash to indicate the cycle is paused. 3. Close the lid, or if lid was not previously opened press the Start/Pause button again, to resume the cycle. It will start from the place it was in the cycle when paused. You can't change the cycle selection while it is paused. Canceling the Cycle You can change the cycle during the first wash fill.
Cycle Operation Cycle Operation The cycles of your washer include several different stages. Refer to the tables below for what can be expected during the cycles that you select. The times listed are the default times. They are approximate and will vary depending on the cycle and options chosen, and the size and type of the load. Fill times may vary due to water pressure. The Extra Rinse option must be selected to be included in the cycle.
Cycle Operation Perm Press, Heavy Duty, Bulky/Sheet, Delicate Cycles Default Time Cycle Stage Extra Rinse Final Spin Activity Spin/Fill/Agitate Spin (minutes) 10:10 Agitation Level Spin Speed Heavy Duty, Perm Press = High Heavy Duty, Bulky/ Sheet = High Bulky/Sheet, Delicate = Low Perm Press, Delicate = Low 8:10 Comments Option Heavy Duty, Bulky/ Sheet = High Perm Press, Delicate = Low Total (without Option) Perm Press = 29:40 All Others = 32:40 Spin Cycle Default Time Cycle Stage Pre-Soak
Cycle Operation Optional Features Bleach Dispenser The bleach dispenser is located in the left front corner, under the lid. Use liquid bleach in the dispenser. Powdered bleach must not be used in the dispenser. Add powdered bleach to the wash water. Use no more than one cup chlorine bleach for large loads, three-quarters cup for medium and one-half cup for small loads. Carefully pour recommended amount of bleach into the dispenser before the start of the wash cycle.
Cycle Operation • Liquid fabric softeners will be dispensed during the first rinse and should not be combined with bleach, bluing, starch, detergents, soaps or packaged water conditioners. • When adding detergent to wash water, do not allow any to enter into softener dispenser cup, as softener will become gummy. To prevent softener buildup, the dispenser can be filled with clean water for automatic cleaning. This can be done in washing cycles other than when softener is used.
Clothing Care Clothing Care Clothing Concerns To keep clothes looking white or bright, use good washing practices at all times to prevent a gradual build-up of soil or water hardness minerals on them. If you notice that your Problem Gray or Dingy Clothes clothes are not as bright as they should be, take corrective measures immediately. Cause Insufficient Detergent Solution Add more detergent to washtub before loading clothes. Mild detergents are not suitable for average soil.
Clothing Care Problem Clothes Tearing or Damaged Cause Improper Use of Chlorine Bleach Solution No correction for bleach damaged clothes. Always measure and dilute bleach. Take extra care to avoid unwanted spilling. Excessive Lint Insufficient Precare Fasten all hooks and zippers. Mend tears. Remove objects from pockets. Overcrowding or Overloading Make sure all items can move freely during agitation. Improper Sorting Fabrics that shed lint cannot be washed with fabrics that receive lint.
Maintenance Maintenance Cold Weather Care If the unit 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 the washer until it has had a chance to warm up. Water from the previous cycle may remain. Winterizing the Washer Follow these steps to prevent damage from freezing water. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Unplug washer. Remove two screws from bottom of front panel. Remove hose from drain pump.
Maintenance Preventative Maintenance Follow these guidelines to ensure the washer operates properly. Call for service if you observe any of the following: water of any amount on the floor, an increase in operating noise or water remaining in the wash basket after a cycle. Maintenance Procedure Frequency Monthly 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. 4. Clean upper 2-3 inches of wash tub.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Try these troubleshooting tips before making a service call. They may save you 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 lid is closed. Make sure that the fill hoses are not kinked or twisted. Press Start/Pause button to start washer. Make sure that the controls are properly set.
Troubleshooting Washer Symptom Possible Cause/Solution Won't Drain • • • • Water Leaks • Check that fill hoses are properly installed on the faucets and the washer’s water mixing valve. • Check the condition of the fill hoses. Replace fill hoses every five years. • Make sure drain receptacle is not clogged. • Check laundry room plumbing. • Check house water pressure. In cases of extremely low water pressure, leaking may occur. • Laundry load may be oversudsing or overloaded.
Troubleshooting Washer Symptom Possible Cause/Solution WASH, RINSE STATUS lights on continuously • This code indicates that water is still in the washer at the end of the cycle. • Check the drain hose and drain receptacle to make sure they are installed properly and not blocked. • Unplug the machine for 15 seconds to clear this code. Drain Error WASH, RINSE STATUS lights flash 1 time • The control has detected trouble sensing the water fill level. • Unplug the machine and call for service.
Troubleshooting Warranty Repairs If something should occur with your washer or that requires service please use the service locator at www.speedqueen.com. 1 We would like to point out items that would not be considered a product failure and are not covered under warranty. If a service technician is called for the items listed below you will be responsible for payment of the service call.
