Alliance Laundry Systems 38903R6, Use And Care Manual

Page 1: ...Use and Care Guide Automatic Washer W001C W001 Part No 38903R6 March 2005 Keep These Instructions for Future Reference If this machine changes ownership this manual must accompany machine ...

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Page 3: ...stems LLC DO NOT COPY or TRANSMIT 38903 1 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 W022E WARNING ...

Page 4: ... Copyright Alliance Laundry Systems LLC DO NOT COPY or TRANSMIT 2 38903 Notes ...

Page 5: ... 10 Water Hardness 10 Iron 10 Wash Temperature 11 Laundry Tips 12 Washing Temperature Guide 13 Optional Features 14 Bleach Dispenser 14 Fabric Softener Dispenser 14 Special Care 15 Starching 15 Knits 15 Permanent Press 16 Washing Special Items 17 Washing Concerns 18 Stain Removal 19 Maintenance 23 Washer Maintenance 23 Cold Weather Care 23 Care of Your Washer 23 Replacing Hoses 23 Vacations and Ex...

Page 6: ... Copyright Alliance Laundry Systems LLC DO NOT COPY or TRANSMIT 4 38903 Notes ...

Page 7: ... any part of the washer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the User Maintenance instructions or in published User Repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out 12 To reduce the risk of an electric shock or fire DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter to connect the washer to the electrical power source 13 Use your washer only for its intended ...

Page 8: ...f the reach of children at all times preferably in a locked cabinet 23 Always follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the garment manufacturer 24 Never operate the washer with any guards and or panels removed 25 DO NOT operate the washer with missing or broken parts 26 DO NOT bypass any safety devices 27 Failure to install maintain and or operate this washer according to the manufacturer s...

Page 9: ...fs and shake out grass sand and gravel Mend Rips and Tears Little holes can become bigger in the washer Mend holes and tears before placing garments in the washer Close Zipper and Fasten Hooks These can catch on garments in a wash load and tear them Tie belts and sashes so they won t wind around clothes Remove Nonwashable Trim Check for colourfastness by squeezing a portion of garment in warm or h...

Page 10: ...s and cuffs with a pre wash product or liquid detergent when placing them in the washer Before washing treat special stains with bar soap liquid detergent or a paste of water and granular detergent Use a pretreat soil and stain remover Loading the Washer Load Articles Load items by the amount of space they take up not by their weight Mix large and small items in a load to get the best washing resu...

Page 11: ...1 pair men s pajamas OR 1 queen size bedspread Reset OPTIONAL Use the RESET if agitation has started and more water is needed for the load Water Level Figure 5 Figure 6 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 Overloading the washtub can result i...

Page 12: ... iron from the water supply The installation of an iron filter may be necessary for more severe cases If the iron comes from the pipes it may be sufficient just to let the water run into the empty washer for about one minute This may help to clear the pipes Spin this water out of the washtub before starting the wash If iron comes from the water heater drain the heater occasionally to remove the ru...

Page 13: ...ourfast or dark colours permanent press silks woollens nylon and acrylic Cold Water Cold water is less effective in cleaning than hot or warm water but it does minimize wrinkling and colour fading Use it for washing extra sensitive clothes and for the rinsing of all fabrics Energy You can save energy when washing by following a few guidelines 1 Heating water accounts for the greatest energy expens...

Page 14: ...se bleach in the rinse Follow directions on care label of garment Bleach should not be used as a substitute for detergent When using liquid chlorine bleach always use the bleach dispenser Always measure the bleach Never exceed one cup of bleach per full load Never use chlorine bleach and ammonia in the same wash cycle Fabric Softeners Use to soften clothes and remove static electricity from perman...

Page 15: ...for heavily soiled items Best for sanitizing WARM approx 37 C Rinsing of some items OPTIONAL Light and moderately soiled items Non colourfast or dark colours Permanent press Silks woollens nylon acrylic Reduces wrinkling in permanent press fabrics Less fading Reduces shrinking in knits COLD approx 18 C Rinsing of most items Non colourfast fabrics Extra sensitive clothing Saves energy Reduces colou...

Page 16: ...e wash spin the liquid fabric softener will be dispensed into the washtub through the slots in the agitator and will be mixed with the incoming rinse water To Clean the Dispenser 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...

Page 17: ...mings are well fastened Knits of Man Made Fibres In general follow the rules for permanent press fabrics as they tend to have the same characteristics Set machine to PERMANENT PRESS KNITS cycle Set the wash water warm or suitable for colour and soil Rinse water should be cold Do not wash with lint shedding fabrics Separate items for colour washing whites separately Sweaters of Man Made Fibres Foll...

Page 18: ...he clothes before the wash spin to avoid wrinkling How to Wash Permanent Press 1 Wash often Permanent press clothes tend to look clean even when they should be washed 2 Sort loads correctly refer to Before Washing section 3 Do not wash with lint shedding loads Permanent press attracts lint in the wash water 4 Pre treat grease stains and oily areas This is especially important for shirt collars and...

Page 19: ...Do not wash sun damaged draperies and curtains They will not withstand washing Use warm water Wash curtains frequently They can be weakened from soil fumes dust and the sun Fibreglass curtains need gentle care Read care label to see if washable Some fibreglass curtains should be hand washed Pillows Feather and Down Do not wash pillows unless they can be dried in the dryer They may mildew if not dr...

Page 20: ...move Check hem edge of sheets and pillowcases bottom end of t shirts etc If this portion is white and centre is yellow the fabric contains unremoved soil Use sufficient detergent and a hot wash Chlorine bleach may be needed Clothes Stained From Iron in the Water To test if an iron stain use a rust remover on a portion of the garment Follow bottle directions for larger items Older Clothes Some whit...

Page 21: ...g solvent refer to WARNING above Launder Airplane Glue Place face down on paper towels and sponge with fingernail polish remover until stain dissolves Launder Alcoholic Beverages Sponge stain immediately with cold water or soak stain 30 minutes in cold water Apply detergent to any trace of stain while still wet If safe for the fabric launder in hot water using chlorine bleach Blood Treat stain imm...

Page 22: ...r rubbing alcohol refer to WARNING on previous page Rinse If traces of the stain remain rub detergent into the dampened stain and launder Some inks may be impossible to remove Iodine Rinse from the back side of the stain with cold water Then soak in a commercial colour remover Rit Putnam etc or rub in a paste of water and starch Let stand for 15 30 minutes and launder Lipstick Place on paper towel...

Page 23: ...d launder as usual Scorching Launder using hot water and chlorine bleach if safe for fabric Fabrics can be damaged by being scorched If this has happened you may not be able to remove the marks Shoe Polish Rub dampened stain with detergent Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach if safe for fabric Soft Drinks Rinse stain with cold water immediately Launder in warm water and chlorine bleach if saf...

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Page 25: ... signs of deterioration Any hose showing the signs of deterioration listed above should be replaced immediately All hoses should be replaced every 8 to 10 years Vacations and Extended Non Use IMPORTANT To avoid possible property damage due to flooding turn off the water supply to the washer whenever there will be an extended period of non use Reinstallation of Shipping Materials Shipping Brace The...

Page 26: ... fuse or circuit breaker Has the motor overload protector cycled Turn on the hot and cold water taps Pull timer knob out to start the washer Was the last spin completed Clean the filter screens located at the faucet end of the inlet hoses Owner is responsible for service calls regarding cleaning of the screens Water is siphoned from the washer during the cycle Refer to the INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION...

Page 27: ...RS The model and serial numbers are located on the nameplate The nameplate will be in the location shown in Figure 11 Please include a copy of your bill of sale and any service receipts you have Figure 11 W344I 1 Model Number and Serial Number 1 To reduce the risk of serious injury or death DO NOT repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in ...

Page 28: ...ant laws in respect of this appliance during your first one year of ownership as the purchaser of the Kleenmaid washing machine we guarantee that any fault caused by faulty material or workmanship becoming apparent will be rectified free of charge for parts or labour provided that all service is performed during normal working hours by Kleenmaid or their designated Agent Where the washing machine ...

Page 29: ...ub 2 Select washing programme then pull control knob out and allow washing machine to fill for 30 seconds 3 Turn the timer to spin location pull control knob out to start machine for a few seconds and then push knob in to stop This will start the machine to siphon the water from the laundry tub back through outlet hose into the washing machine 4 Once an equilibrium has been reached the water will ...

Page 30: ... Box 5560 Maroochydore South QLD 4558 Customer Care Centre and Information 1300 652 100 Date Purchased Model Number Serial Number Store Name Store Address Phone Number Service Agency Service Agency Address Phone Number NOTE Record the above information and keep your sales slip Model and serial numbers are located on the nameplate ...