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Trouble Shooting

You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns that

are not the result of defective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact Speed Queen

® Consumer Affairs Department at 

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NOISE

Gear sounds or a low hum

Normal mechanical sounds in commercial-
quality washer

Normal operation.

Loose objects, such as coins or pins, in tub
or pump

Stop washer and check tub. Remove loose objects. If noise
continues after washer is restarted, objects may be in
pump: call your authorized servicer.

Rattling and clanking noise

Belt buckles, metal fasteners hitting wash tub

Close zippers, buttons, and fasteners. Clothing with
buckles must be turned inside out.

Squealing sound or hot
rubber odor

Overloaded wash tub

Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce size of
load.

Thumping sound

Heavy wash loads; unbalanced loads

Usually normal, but unbalanced loads should be
redistributed. Stop washer and rearrange load.

Vibrating noise

Washer not resting firmly on floor

Make sure floor is strong enough for washer. Adjust
leveling legs so washer rests firmly on floor. See

Installation Instructions

 for leveling details.

Wash load distributed unevenly in tub

Stop washer and rearrange load.

Shipping plug not removed during installation

See 

Installation Instructions

 for details on removing

shipping plug.

Water splashing or slapping
noise

Spray rinse

Normal operation. Washer sprays water inside tub while
running at high speed during rinse and spin.

Whistling or whirling noise

Drum spinning without cloths

Normal operation. Holes in the tub can cause this sound.

OPERATION

Washer does not start

Electrical power cord may not be plugged in,
or connection may be loose

Make sure plug from power cord fits tightly into wall outlet.

Fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or power
outage occurred

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Do NOT increase
fuse capacity. Call qualified electrician to correct circuit
overload problem. Call local utility company to correct
power outage.

Water supply faucets not turned on

Turn on water supply faucets.

Timer knob/cycle selector set incorrectly

Move indicator slightly clockwise. Pull out on timer knob.

Motor overheated

Internal overload protector automatically stops motor in
event of overload. Protector resets in approximately 3
minutes and motor automatically restarts. If overload
protector stops motor again, quit using washer and call
service technician.

Do not overload washer. Largest dry load level should not
be higher than bottom of fabric softener dispenser or top of
agitator.

Washer won’t spin

Lid partially open

Close lid completely.

Residue left in tub

Heavily soiled items

Wipe tub with non-abrasive household cleaner and rinse.
Before washing, shake or brush excess dirt and sand from
items.

Summary of Contents for Top loading Washer

Page 1: ...Be sure manual stays with washer Contents Important Safety Information 3 Starting the Wash 4 Cycles 6 Dispensers 7 Features Hints and Care 8 Moving and Storage 9 Trouble Shooting 10 Warranty 12 Ó 2001 Amana Appliances Amana Iowa 52204 Part No 40125401 Printed in U S A 06 01 ...

Page 2: ...______________________________ Dealer Phone ___________________________________ Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place for future reference or if warranty service is required For answers to questions or to locate an authorized servicer call 1 800 NAT LSVC 1 800 628 5782 inside USAor 319 622 5511 outside USA Warranty service must be performed by an authorized servicer Spee...

Page 3: ...is removed from service or discarded remove door to washing compartment 8 Donotreachintowasherifwash tubismovingoragitatorismoving 9 Do not install or store washer where it will be exposed to water and or weather 10 Do not tamper with washer controls 11 Do not repair or replace any part of washer or attempt any service unless specifically recommended in user maintenance instructions or in publishe...

Page 4: ...4 Select wash cycle and time Push timer knob in and turn to desired cycle and wash time Timer knob can be turned in either direction Wash cycle and time selection depends upon type of fabric and amount of soil For best results when cleaning heavily soiled items use longer wash time up to 15 minute maximum Lightly soiled items require less wash time See Cycles section for more information If These ...

Page 5: ...ushing knob in Measure and add detergent to washtub Use only detergent recommended for top loading washers Add clothing to water in washtub Clothes should fill wash tub but should not be packed Loosely fill tub with clothes no higher than top row of holes Items must move freely through wash rinse water Bulky fabrics may need more water added after agitation begins Turn Load Size knob to RESET and ...

Page 6: ...re Different from Yours These controls are intended to show the variety of features that are available in the product line If your washer does not have all the options that are shown it is not a mistake The information provided applies to several of the models in the product line What do the little numbers mean Numbers next to cycle setting shows the approximate total agitation time The total wash...

Page 7: ...d or Ivory soap and wash garment as usual For best softener performance set water level to medium or higher 3 Clean softener dispenser after each use Remove dispenser housing from agitator by squeezing lower part of dispenser and pulling up on housing while tilting slightly to expose dispenser cup Rinse dispenser housing and cup in hot soapy water Clean funnel shape in top of agitator and inside o...

Page 8: ...cabinet wipe immediately Some products will cause permanent damage if spilled on cabinet Top of washer should not be used for removing garment stains Some stain removers such as rust remover may damage cabinet finish Do not use scouring pads or abrasive cleansers Do not lay sharp or rough objects on or against washer Finish could be damaged Remove pins buckles or other sharp objects from clothes t...

Page 9: ...utes to drain water Some antifreeze will also be lost If you have a septic system contact antifreeze manufacturer and make sure it will not harm system 5 Push in cycle selector knob to stop washer Dry inner wash tub disconnect electrical plug and close washer lid If moving washer disconnect drain hose Move and store washer ONLY in upright position To remove antifreeze after storage run washer thro...

Page 10: ...moved during installation See Installation Instructions for details on removing shipping plug Water splashing or slapping noise Spray rinse Normal operation Washer sprays water inside tub while running at high speed during rinse and spin Whistling or whirling noise Drum spinning without cloths Normal operation Holes in the tub can cause this sound OPERATION Washer does not start Electrical power c...

Page 11: ...t too low water heater too far from washer You may need to raise the temperature on your water heater Check your water heater manufacturer s recommendations as well as local codes for assistance Hot water being used elsewhere in house Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during washer use or there may not be enough hot water for proper cleaning If problem continues enlarge capacity of hot wat...

Page 12: ...orm service in addition to normal service or outside normal service hours or area Adjustments after the first year Damage to clothing Repairs resulting from the following Improper installation or maintenance Any modification alteration or adjustment not authorized byAmana Accident misuse abuse fire flood or acts of nature Connections to improper electrical current voltage or supply To Receive Warr...

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