Owner's Manual
Washing Machine
WD3632HW
WD3632HS
Please read this manual carefully. It provides
instructions on safe installation, use, and maintenance.
Retain it for future reference.
Record the model and serial numbers of your machine
and report this information to your dealer if your machine
requires service.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
!
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the washer.
• Do not install or store the washer where it will be
exposed to the weather.
• Do not wash articles that have been previously
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or
explosive substances, as they give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
• Do not tamper with controls.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or
attempt any servicing unless specifically
recommended in the user-maintenance instructions
or published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out.
• Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other
flammable or explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give off vapors that could
ignite or explode.
• See Installation Instructions for grounding
requirements.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water system that has not been
used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been
used for such a period, before using the washing
machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the
water flow from each for several minutes. This will
release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during
this time.
• Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam
rubber or similarly textured rubber-like materials.
• Interior of washer and condensing duct should be
cleaned periodically by qualified service personnel.
• ALWAYS follow the fabric care instructions supplied
by the garment manufacturer.
• Do not place items exposed to cooking oil in your
dryer, Items contaminated with cooking oils may
contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a
load to catch fire.
• Do not allow children to play on or in the washer.
Close supervision of children is necessary when the
washer is used near children.
• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate
static unless recommended by the manufacturer of
the fabric softener or product.
• Before the washer is removed from service or
discarded, remove the door to prevent children from
hiding inside.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk
of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with
a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinance.
• Do not use an adapter or otherwise defeat the grounding plug.
• If you don’t have the proper outlet, consult an electrician.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether
the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance - if it does
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Name
Power supply
Size
: Front-loading Washing Machine
: 120V~ 60Hz
: 68.6cm(W) X 75.0cm(D) X 108.6cm(H), 126.5cm(D, door open)
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27”(W) X 29- / ”(D) X 42- / ”(H), 49- / ”(D, door open)
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Weight
: 198lbs. (90 kg)
: 3.22 cu. ft. (IEC: 3.72 cu. ft.)
: 3.22 cu. ft. (IEC: 3.72 cu. ft.) - Max. 11lbs(5kg)
: No Spin/400/600/800/1000/1200 rpm
Wash capacity
Dry capacity
Spin speed
Permissible water pressure: 4.5 ~ 145 PSI (30 ~ 1000 kPa)
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Specifications subject to change by manufacturer.
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Accessories
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install or store unit where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or
exposed to outside weather conditions.
Properly ground washer to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.
The base opening must not be obstructed by carpeting when the washing machine is installed on a carpeted floor.
In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay
particular attention to keeping the appliance and its surroundings in clean condition at all times.
Any damage which may be cause by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the appliance guarantee.
¡ÆShipping bolts
The appliance is fitted with shipping bolts to prevent internal damage during transport.
¡ÆRemoving shipping bolts
3. Take out the 4 bolts and braces by twisting
the braces slightly. Keep the 4 bolts, braces
and the wrench for future use.
1. To prevent internal damage during transport,
the special 4 bolts are locked. Before operating
the washer, remove the bolts and braces.
• Whenever the appliance is transported, the
shipping bolts and braces must be replaced.
• If they are not removed, it may cause heavy
vibration, noise, and malfunction.
cap
2. Unscrew the 4 bolts with the wrench supplied.
4. Close the holes with the caps supplied.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
¡ÆInstallation clearances
The location must be large enough to fully open
the washer door.
¡ÆWasher dimensions
"
/5
4
-
)
9
6
4
3"
.5 cm
(7.6 cm)
(12
48"2
(310 cm2)
24"2
(155 cm2)
3"
(7.6 cm)
1"
29-1/2"
4"
(10cm)
(2.5cm) (75.0cm)
[Closet door with vents]
[Side view]
27"
(68.6 cm)
• Most installations require a minimum 4 in.
(10 cm) clearance behind the washer.
¡ÆMinimum installation spacing for
recessed area or closet installation
The following dimensions shown are for the minimum
spacing allowed.
Additional spacing should be considered for
installation and servicing.
• Additional clearances might be required for wall,
door and floor moldings.
1"
(2.5cm)
27"
(68.6 cm)
1"
(2.5cm)
• Additional spacing of 1 in. (2.5 cm) on all sides of
the washer is recommended to reduce noise
transfer.
[Front view]
¡ÆLevel floor
• For closet installation, with a door, minimum
ventilation openings in the top and bottom of the
door are required. Louvered doors with equivalent
ventilation openings are acceptable.
Allowable slope under entire washer is 1°.
¡ÆPower outlet
Must be within 60 in.(1.5m) of either side of the
washer. Do not overload the outlet with more
than one appliance.
Companion appliance spacing should also be
considered.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
¡ÆElectrical connection
• Do not use an extension cord or double adapter.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its authorized service
technician in order to avoid a hazard.
• Always unplug the machine and turn off the water supply after use.
• Connect the machine to a grounded socket in accordance with current wiring regulations.
• The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is easily accessible.
¡ÆConnecting water supply hose
• Water supply pressure must be between
4.5 ~ 145 PSI (30~1000 kPa)
• Don’t strip or crossthread when connecting Inlet
hose to the valve.
• If the water supply pressure is more than 1000 kPa,
a pressure reducer device should be installed.
• Two Sealing washers are supplied with the water
inlet hoses to prevent water leaks.
• Check water tightness of washing machine
connections by turning the tap completely on.
• Periodically check the condition of the hose and
replace the hose if necessary.
• Make sure that there is no bent in the hose and that
it is not crushed.
• The Inlet hose which has red connector is for
the hot water tap.
• Hot and cold water faucets MUST be installed
properly to your washer’s water inlet.
NOTE : Washing Machine is to be connected to the water mains using new hoses.
Old hoses should not be used.
Repairs to the washing machine must only be carried out qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced
persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local service center.
Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur.
Frozen hoses may burst under pressure. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired
at temperatures below the freezing point.
If the appliance is delivered in the winter months and temperatures are below freezing.
Store the washing machine at room temperature for a few hours before putting it into operation.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
¡ÆInstallation of drain hose
about 40˝
about 57˝
about 41˝
• This washer has a siphon break.
• Place the end of the drain hose in the hole of the
floor drain system.
about 40˝
about 57˝
about 41˝
• The drain hose should not be placed higher than
96 in. from the bottom of the washer.
• When installing the drain hose at a sink, secure it
so it cannot break away and cause flooding and
damage.
• Properly securing the drain hose will protect the
floor from damage due to water leakage.
• Properly securing the drain hose will protect the
floor from damage due to water leakage.
This equipment is not designed for maritime use or for mobile installations such as in RV’s, aircraft, etc.
Turn off the valve if the machine is to be left for any length of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain
(gully) in the immediate vicinity.
When disposing of the appliance, cut off the power cable, and destroy the plug.
Disable the door lock to prevent young children being trapped inside.
Packaging material (e.g. Films, Styrofoam) can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all
packaging from children.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
¡ÆLevel adjustment
• Leveling the washing machine properly prevents
excessive noise and vibration.
Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
surface, preferably in a corner of the room.
• If the floor is uneven, adjust the adjustable feet
as required. (Do not insert pieces of wood, etc.
under the feet.)
• Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting
on the floor and then check that the appliance is
perfectly level.
(Use a leveling tool.)
ƒRDiagonal Check
When pushing down the edges of the washing
machine top plate diagonally, the machine should
not move up and down at all. (Please, check both
directions.)
If machine rocks when pushing the machine top
plate diagonally, adjust the feet again.
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PREPARATION BEFORE WASHING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
1. Fabric Care Labels
Look for a care label on your clothes. This will tell you about the fabric content of your garment and how it should
be washed.
2. Sorting
To get the best results, sort clothes into loads that can be washed with the same wash cycle.
Different fabrics need to be washed in different ways.
Always sort dark colors from pale colors and whites. Wash separately as dye and lint transfer can occur causing
discoloration of white clothing. If possible, do not wash heavily soiled items with lightly soiled ones.
Soil (Heavy, Normal, Light)
Color (White, Lights, Darks)
Lint (Lint Producers, Collectors)
Separate clothes according to amount of soil.
Separate white fabrics from colored fabrics.
Wash lint producers and lint collectors separately.
3. Check before loading
Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first.
Large items should not be more than half the total wash load.
Do not wash single items. This may cause an out-of-balance load. Add one or two similar items.
• Check all the pockets to make sure that they are
empty. Things such as clip, matches, pens,
coins, and keys can damage both your washer
and your clothes.
• Close zippers, hooks, and strings to make sure
that these items do not snag on other clothes.
• Pretreat dirt and stains by brushing a little
detergent dissolved in water onto stains like
collars and cuffs to help lift dirt.
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USING THE DISPENSER
The automatic dispenser consists of four compartments which hold 1) liquid chlorine bleach, 2) liquid fabric
softener, 3) liquid or powdered detergent for prewash and 4) liquid or powdered detergent
and color safe bleach for main wash.
All laundry products can be added at once in their respective dispenser compartments.
They will be dispensed at the appropriate time for most effective cleaning. After loading the laundry
additives into the dispenser, close the dispenser lid.
Add detergent, bleach and fabric softener to the automatic dispenser following these steps:
1. Open the dispenser lid.
2. Load the laundry products into the appropriate compartments.
3. Close the dispenser lid.
¡ÆAbout detergent
Low lathering detergent is recommended for this washer. Use the manufacturer's recommended amount.
If low lathering detergent is not available, a reduced amount of regular detergent may be used.
Because reducing the amount of detergent may reduce cleaning, it is important to pretreat stains,
sort carefully by color and soil level, and avoid overloading.
Detergent usage may need to be adjusted for water temperature, water hardness, size and soil level of the load.
For best results, avoid using too much detergent.
NOTE : Liquid detergent will drain into the washer drum as it is added.
1. Prewash Detergent Compartment
Liquid Chlorine
Bleach
• Add detergent to this compartment when using
the Prewash option. Liquid or powdered
detergent may be used in this compartment. The
detergent will automatically be dispensed during
Prewash if the Prewash option is selected.
Compartment
Liquid Fabric
Softener
Compartment
Prewash
Compartment
• Add 1/2 the recommended amount of detergent
to the Prewash compartment and the
recommended amount of detergent to the main
wash compartment.
Main Wash
Compartment
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USING THE DISPENSER
2. Main Wash Detergent Compartment
3. Liquid Bleach Compartment
• Add measured detergent to this compartment for
Main wash. Detergent is flushed from the
dispenser at the beginning of the cycle. Either
powdered or liquid detergent can be used.
• Add measured liquid chlorine bleach to this
compartment. The bleach will be automatically
dispensed at the proper time during the wash
cycle.
• Liquid or powdered color-safe bleach may be
added to the main wash compartment along with
the same type of detergent, liquid or powdered.
• Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can
cause early dispensing of the bleach which could
result in damaged clothes.
• Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly
onto the load or into the drum. Fabric damage can
occur.
NOTE : If you are using the Prewash option with
Main wash, powdered detergent must be
used in the main wash compartment since
liquid detergent will drain into the washer
drum as it is added.
• Do not use powdered bleach in this compartment.
4. Fabric Softener Compartment
• Add recommended amount of fabric softener to
this compartment.
• Dilute concentrated softeners with warm water to
the fill line.
• Do not exceed the maximum fill line. Overfilling can
cause early dispensing of the fabric softener which
could result in stained clothes.
• Do not pour fabric softener directly on the wash
load.
• The fabric softener will be automatically dispensed
during the last rinse cycle.
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CYCLES
¡ÆSelect cycles designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.
Wash/Rinse
Temp.
Extra Hot / Cold Extra high
Soil
Level
Normal
Heavy
Light
Time Pre- Quick Stain Extra Rinse+
Dry Wash Cycle Cycle Rinse Spin
Course
Fabric type
Spin speed
Heavily soiled
underwear, work
clothes, diapers,
etc.
No spin
Low
Medium
High
Sanitary
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Warm / Cold
Warm / Warm
Hot / Cold
Tap Cold / Cold
Cold / Cold
Extra high
No spin
low
Medium
High
Normal
Heavy
Light
Cotton, linen,
towels, shirts,
sheets
Cotton /
Towels
O
O
O
Warm/ Cold
Warm / Warm
Hot / Cold
Tap Cold / Cold
Cold / Cold
Warm / Cold
High
Normal
Heavy
Light
Mixed loads,
work clothes,
jeans, shirts
Extra high
No spin
Low
Medium
Medium
High
No spin
Gentle
Low
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Normal
Dress shirts /
pants, wrinkle free
clothing, poly /
cotton blend
clothing, table cloths
Normal
Heavy
Light
Warm / Warm
Hot / Cold
Tap Cold / Cold
Cold / Cold
Perm
Press
O
O
Dress shirts /
blouses, nylons,
sheer or
Cold / Cold
Low
Normal
Heavy
Light
Medium
No spin
Gentle
Warm / Cold
Warm / Warm
Tap Cold / Cold
Delicates
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
lacy garment
Woolens, silk
identified as
machine
Cold / Cold
Gentle
Low
Medium
No spin
Normal
Light
Wool /
Silk
Warm / Cold
Warm / Warm
Tap Cold / Cold
washable
Cold / Cold
Gentle
Low
Medium
No spin
Normal
Light
Hand
Wash
Items labeled
“hand washable”
Tap Cold / Cold
Warm / Warm
Warm / Cold
Hot / Cold
Extra high
Light
No spin
Gentle
Low
Medium
High
Normal
Heavy
Tap Cold / Cold
Cold / Cold
Warm / Cold
Speed
Wash
Lightly soiled
clothing
O
O
O
Warm / Warm
High
Extra high
No spin
Gentle
Drain +
Spin
Drain / Spin
only
Low
Medium
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HOW TO USE THE WASHER
2. Custom Program
1. Cycles
• Custom Program allows you to store a customized
wash cycle for future use.
• Rotate the Cycle selector knob to select cycle
designed for different types of fabric and soil
levels.
• To make a Custom Program:
• Each cycle has a preset Water Temperature, Spin
Speed, Soil Level, and Option.
1. Select a cycle.
2. Select the other desired
See the page 13.
Wash / Rinse Temp., Spin Speed, Soil Level.
• The preset settings can be changed anytime
before Start.
3. Select the desired Options.
4. Press and hold Custom Program button 3
seconds (2 beep sounds).
5. Press Start/Pause.
The Custom program is now stored for future
use. To reuse the program, select Custom
Program and press Start/Pause.
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HOW TO USE THE WASHER
Rubber and Plastics
3. Time Dry
- Do not dry any items Made from or containing
rubber or plastics, such as:
a) aprons, bibs, chair covers
b) curtains and table cloths
c) bathmats
• TIME DRY can be used when you want to only dry
without any other programs such as wash, spin, etc.
• Select any of the programs SANITARY,
COTTON/TOWELS, NORMAL, PERM PRESS,
SPEED WASH in Wash/Dry and then TIME DRY by
pressing the button.
Fiber glass
• By pressing the TIME DRY button, the drying time
can be selected and changed.
- Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer. Glass
particles left in the dryer could be picked up by
your clothes the next time you use the dryer and irri
tate your skin.
150
180
90
15/30
120
➔
➔
➔
➔
➔
➔
45/60
150
5. Wash / Rinse Temperature
• Your dryer can handle a load of up to 11 lbs.
(5 kg) dry weight of articles.
• Select a water temperature based on the type of
load you are washing.
• Follow the fabric care label and chart below for
best results.
4. Completion of Drying
• When drying cycle is completed,
[COOL
Wash Water Temp.
Suggested Garment
DOWN] is displayed on the Multi display.
• The COOL DOWN is setting automatically when a
drying cycle is complete.
• When you are not remove a load of clothes from
the dryer as soon as it stops, wrinkles can form.
• The COOL DOWN operating periodically tumbles,
rearranges and fluffs the load to avoid wrinkles
without heat for up to 4 hours.
Extra Hot
167°F (75°C)
Hot
122°F (50°C)
Warm
104°F (40°C)
Cold
77°F (25°C)
Kitchen towels, sheets,
and baby garments
Whites and Heavy
soiled color-fast items
Most loads
Brightly colored items,
washable woolens
• The
message will continue to display until the
clothes are removed or the Start/Pause button is
pressed.
• Warm rinses leave the loads dryer than cold
rinses. Warm rinses increase wrinkling.
Woolen Articles
• In cold climates, a warm rinse makes the load
more comfortable to handle.
- Do not tumble dry woolen articles. Pull them to
their original shape and dry them flat.
• Cold rinses save energy.
• Warm rinses are regulated at approximately
86°F (30°C).
Woven and Loopknit Materials
- Some woven and loopknit materials may shrinks,
by varying amounts, depending on their quality.
• For the Tap Cold / Cold setting, both wash and rise
temperatures depend on the cold water at your
faucet.
- Always stretch them out immediately after drying.
Permanent Press and Synthetics
6. Spin speed
- Do not overload your dryer
• To change the spin speed, select the Spin Speed
button until the desired setting is on.
- Take out permanent press articles as soon as the
dryer stops to reduce wrinkles.
Fiber or Leather Materials
7. Soil Level
- Always check the manufacture’s instructions.
Baby clothes and Night Gowns
• To change the soil level, select the Soil Level
button until the desired setting is on.
- Always check the manufacture’s instructions.
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HOW TO USE THE WASHER
OPTION
CHILD LOCK
1. Prewash
• Use this option for loads that need pretreatment.
Adds 16 minutes prewash and drain.
• Use this option to prevent unwanted use of the
washer. Press and hold Soil Level and TIME DRY
button for 3 seconds to lock/unlock control.
- When using Prewash option, do not use liquid
detergent in the Main Wash Compartment.
Use powdered for the main wash.
• When Child lock is set, “
” blinks and all buttons
are disabled but Power button. You can thereby
lock the washer while it is operating.
2. Stain cycle
• Adds time to the wash and rinse for better stain
removal.
DOOR LOCKED
• Lights whenever the door of the washer is locked.
• Automatically provides a rinse.
• The door can be unlocked by pressing the
Start/Pause button to stop the washer.
3. Quick Cycle
STATUS INDICATOR
• The Quick cycle offers a quick
cycle time.
• These lights show elapsed time of the cycle the
washer is operating.
• Suggested uses include freshening newly
purchased clothes, or clothing that has been
packed away.
EST. TIME REMAINING
• This display shows:
4. Extra Rinse
a) the estimated time remaining in the cycle when
operating,
b) the error code when an error has been
detected.
• This option provides an additional rinse.
• Use this option to ensure the removal of detergent
or bleach residue from garments.
START/ PAUSE
5. Rinse+Spin
• Use this button to start/stop the washer.
• Use this option to rinse and then spin.
POWER
• Use this button to turn the Power On/Off.
6. Delay Wash
• Allows the start of any cycle to be delayed for
1~19(12, 9) hours.
BEEP ON / OFF
• Choose the wash cycle for your load, and then
press the Delay Wash button once for one hour or
press the button again to increase the delay wash
time up to 19(12, 9) hours in one hour increments.
• The Beep On/Off function can be set by pressing
and holding the Wash/Rinse and Spin/Speed
button simultaneously.
• The Beep On/Off function can be set at any time
and it is automatically canceled when power failure
occur. Also the Beep On/Off function works when
power is off.
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MAINTENANCE
Before cleaning the washer interior, unplug the electrical power cord to avoid electrical shock hazards.
When disposing of the appliance, cut off the power cable, destroy the plug, and disable the door lock to prevent
young children from being trapped inside.
¡ÆThe water inlet filter
• "
" error message will blink on the control panel when water does not enter the dispenser.
• If your water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit, the water inlet filter may become clogged.
We recommend cleaning it every few months.
1. Turn off the
2. Unscrew
water tap.
the water
inlet hose.
3. Clean the
filter using
a hard
4. Tighten up
the inlet
hose.
bristle
brush.
¡ÆThe drain pump filter
• The drain filter collects threads and small objects left in the laundry.
Check regularly that the filter is clean to ensure smooth running of your machine.
CAUTION
First drain using the drain hose and then open the pump filter to remove objects.
Be careful when draining if the water is hot.
• Allow the water to cool down before cleaning the drain pump filter.
3. Remove out any foreign objects
from the pump filter ( ). After
cleaning, turn the pump filter (
clockwise and insert the drain
plug ( ) to the original place.
Close the lower cover cap( ).
1. Open the lower cover cap (
)
2. Unplug the drain plug ( ),
allowing the water to flow out.
At this time use a vessel to
prevent water from flowing
onto the floor. When water does
not flow any more, turn the
pump filter ( ) open to the left.
Turn the drain plug ( ) to pull
out the hose.
)
3
1
2
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MAINTENANCE
¡ÆCleaning the Dispenser
• The dispenser may need to be cleaned periodically due to laundry additive build-up.
Lift the two-compartment
container, tilt slightly
leftward, and remove from
Remove the caps
covering the siphon tube
for the bleach and
softener.
Open the dispenser lid.
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the main dispenser.
• Once the two-compartment container is removed from the main dispenser, take it to a sink.
Run warm water and a soft brush or cloth over the two parts to remove any excess laundry additives.
• Clean the main dispenser area using water and a soft cloth. Once the main dispenser is clean, follow the illustrations
in reverse order to replace the two compartment container to its original location.
NOTE : Do not use any cleaning substance on the main dispenser but water. It is possible for cleaning substances to
drain into the tub. If this should happen, set the washer for a rinse and spin cycle to remove any cleaning
substance from the washer before doing a load of laundry.
¡ÆThe washing drum
• If you live in a hard water area, limescale can continuously builds up in places where it cannot be seen
and it is not easily removed from the drum.
Over time the build-up of scale clogs appliances, and if it is not kept in check, these will eventually
have to be replaced.
• Although the washing drum is made of Stainless steel, specks of rust can be caused by small metal articles
(paper clips, safety pins, etc.) which have been left in the drum.
• The washing drum should be cleaned from time to time.
• If you use descaling agents, dyes, or bleaches, make sure they are suitable for washing machine use.
• Descaler could contain components that can damage part of your washing machine.
• Remove the spots with a stainless steel cleaning agent.
• Never use steel wool.
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MAINTENANCE
¡ÆCleaning your washer
1. Exterior
Proper care of your washer can extend its life.
The outside of the machine can be cleaned with warm water and a neutral, non-abrasive
household detergent.
Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with a damp cloth.
Try not to damage the surface with sharp objects.
ƒRIMPORTANT: Do not use methylated spirit, solvents or similar products.
2. Interior
Dry around the washer door opening, flexible gasket and door glass. These areas should always be clean to
ensure a water-tight seal.
Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water.
Repeat process if necessary.
NOTE : Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as safe for washing machines.
¡ÆWinterizing instructions
If the washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing temperatures, follow these
winterizing instructions to prevent damage to the washer:
1. Turn off water supply tap.
2. Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.
3. Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
4. Add 1 gallon (3.8 ) nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash drum. Close door.
5. Set spin cycle and let washer spin for 1 minute to drain out all the water.
Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.
6. Unplug electrical power cord, dry drum interior, and close door.
7. Remove the two-compartment container from the Dispenser. Drain any water in compartments and dry the
compartments.
8. Store washer in an upright position.
9. To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through a complete cycle using detergent.
Do not add laundry.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
ƒRThis washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose problems at an
early stage and react appropriately. When the machine does not function properly or does not function at all,
check the following points before you call the Service Department.
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Rattling and clanking noise • Foreign objects such as coins
or safety pins may be in drum
Stop washer and check drum and drain
filter.
or pump.
If noise continues after washer is restarted,
call for service.
Thumping sound
Vibrating noise
• Heavy wash loads may
produce a thumping sound.
This is normal.
If sound continues, washer is probably out
of balance. Stop and redistribute wash
load.
• Have all the transit bolts and
packing been removed?
• Wash load may be unevenly
distributed in the drum.
• Are all the feet resting firmly
on the ground?
See Installation Instructions for removing
shipping bolts.
Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
Adjust the leveling feet.
Water leaks
• Fill hose connection is loose at
Check and tighten hose connections.
tap or washer.
• House drain pipes are
clogged.
Unclog drain pipe. Contact plumber if
necessary.
Excessive lathering
• Too much detergent or
unsuitable detergent.
Reduce detergent amounts or use low
sudsing detergent.
Water does not enter
washer or it enters slowly
• Water supply is not adequate
in area.
Check another tap in the house.
Fully open tap.
• Water supply tap is not
completely open.
• Water inlet hose is bent.
Straighten hose.
• The filter of the inlet hose
Check the filter of the inlet hose.
clogged.
Water in the washer does
not drain or drains slowly
• Drain hose is bent or clogged.
Clean and straighten the drain hose.
Clean the drain filter.
• The drain filter is clogged.
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Washer does not start
• Electrical power cord may not
be plugged in or connection
may be loose.
Make sure plug fits tightly in wall
outlet.
• House fuse is blown, circuit
breaker tripped, or a power
outage has occurred.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
Do not increase fuse capacity.
If problem is a circuit overload, have
it corrected by a qualified electrician.
• Water supply tap is not turned
Turn on water supply tap.
on.
Washer won’t spin
• Check that the door is firmly
Close the door and press the
shut.
Start/Pause button. After pressing the
Start/Pause button, it may take a few
moments before the clothes washer
begins to spin. The door must lock before
spin can be achieved.
Wash cycle time delayed
• The washing time may vary by
the amount of laundry, water
pressure, water temperature,
and other using conditions.
If the imbalance is detected or if the
suds removing program operates, the
wash time shall be increased.
Dry problem
• Does not dry
Do not over load.
Check that the washer is draining properly
to extract adequate water from the load.
Clothes load is too small to tumble
properly. Add a few towels.
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Check another tap in the house.
Fully open tap.
• Water supply is not adequate
in area.
• Water supply taps are not
completely open.
• Water inlet hose is bent.
• The filter of the inlet hose
clogged.
Straighten hose.
Check the filter of the inlet hose.
• Drain hose is bent
or clogged.
• The drain filter is clogged.
Clean and straighten the drain hose.
Clean the drain filter.
• Load is too small.
• Load is out of balance.
• The appliance has an
Add 1 or 2 similar items to help
balance the load.
Rearrange load to allow proper
spinning.
imbalance detection and
correction system. If individual
heavy articles are loaded (bath
mat, bath robe, etc.) this
system may stop spinning or
even the spin cycle altogether
if the imbalance is too great
even after several spin starts.
• Is the door opened or not
Close the door completely.
completely closed?
ƒRIf
is not released, call for service.
Unplug the power plug and call for service.
• The water overfills due to the
faulty water valve.
Close the water tap.
Unplug the power plug.
Call for service.
• The water level sensor
malfunction.
• Overload in motor.
• Overload in motor.
• The washer experienced a
power failure.
Restart the cycle.
Turn the tap on.
• Check water supply
ƒRIf
is not released, unplug power
plug and call service.
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