KitchenAid KAWS700G, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...Models KAWS700G KAWS750G KAWSS00G KAWS850G 3950451A ...

Page 2: ...e Centre toll free 1 800 461 5681 8 30 a m 6 p m EST Throughout Canada for service seepage 18 If you need assistance or service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting additional help can be found by checking the Requesting Assistance or Service section or by calling one of the telephone numbers above When calling you will need to know your appliance s com...

Page 3: ... could ignite or explode Do not add gasoline dry cleaning sol vents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode 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 befo...

Page 4: ...or selectorT selectort p 6 p 6 p 6 Load size _ __ _ O cle control knob selector _ _ _ __ _ pp 7 I0 _ _ _ I _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _il Li uid chlorine p 5 I _ _ Model and serial I _ _ _ _L _ number label Liquid fabric I _ _ under lid softener _ i dispenser I IF pp 6 and 12 I II SURE CARE agltator Basket Tub Self cleaning lint filter bottom of washer basket p 10 Additional features Extra rinses p 6 Handwash...

Page 5: ... 2 Drop a sorted load of clothes loosely into your washer fillingto the top row of holes Load evenly to maintain washer balance Mix large and small items Items should move easily through the wash water Overloading can cause poor cleaning To reduce wrinkling of permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits use a large load size to provide more space see step 6 3 OPTIONAL STEP Pour measured liqui...

Page 6: ... above Whites and pastels Heavy and greasy soils WARM 90 to 110 F 32 to 44 C Bright colors Moderate to light soils COLD 70 to 90 F 21 to 32 C Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Some models have an electronic sensor control that maintains a uniform water temperature See the SENSORSURE temperature control section 8 Set the Fabric selector on some models to the desired agitation and spin speed for...

Page 7: ...s 10 bath towels 10 hand towels 14 wash cloths 1 bath mat Mixed Load 3 double sheets 4 pillowcases 8 T shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 8 handkerchiefs Selecting a cycle and time This section describes the available wash cycles and will help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels NOTE This book covers sever...

Page 8: ...le The Delicate cycle can be used to gently clean delicate items and washable knits This 6 minute cycle offers low agitation and spin speeds To use this cycle tum the Cycle Control knob to Delicate Handwashables and the Handwash selector to Off Handwashables cycle The Handwashables cycle features brief low speed agitation and soak time 2 seconds agitation and 13 seconds soak which is repeated for ...

Page 9: ...utes of wash time for lightly to moderately soiled loads Soak cycle The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment Use warm water when soaking laundry Hot water can set stains Use the amount of detergent or presoak additive recommended by the manufacturer The Soak cycle automatically advances into the Pre Wash cycle Pre...

Page 10: ...nal rinse and spin push in the Cycle Control Knob and tum it clockwise to any of the Rinse settings The washer fills to the selected load size agitates drains and spins NOTE An Extra Rinse option is available on some models See Using your washer Drain and Spin feature A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing excess water For a drain an...

Page 11: ...ou may hear gears engaging Understanding what happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out the washer fills to the selected load size before agitation and timing start The washer begins agitating immediately after filling agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down During agitation the SURE CARE agitator creates a continuous rollover action that provides ...

Page 12: ...ener use only Winter storage moving vacation care Install and store your washer where it will not freeze Because some water may stay in the hoses fr_zing can damage your washer If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather winterize it To winterize washer 1 Shut off both water faucets 2 Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses 3 Put 1 quart 1L of R V type antifreeze in the basket 4 Run wa...

Page 13: ...id is open End of drain hose more than 72 inches 183 cm above floor Too much detergent excessive sudsing Low voltage or using an extension cord Close the lid Lower drain hose Use less detergent Check electrical source or call electrician Do not use extension cords Wrong cycle for load being washed Cold rinses Choose a cycle with a higher spin speed Cold rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses T...

Page 14: ...lem continues call electrician Using an extension cord Timer dial is not lined up Timer knob not pulled out Washer at pause in Permanent Press cycle approximately 2 minutes Machine is overloaded Do not use extension cords Tum timer to the dght slightly and pull to start Set and pull out knob Allow cycle to continue Wash smaller loads Agitator operation Water level seems too low or_washer not compl...

Page 15: ...bleach will damage fabrics Clean out pockets before washing Zip zippers before washing Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing Improper use f fabric softener Iron rust in water Under use of detergent causing soil to be redeposited Dye transfer due to not sorting loads properly Dye transfer due to not unloading washer promptly Not removing load promptly Wrong cycle for fabrics being wa...

Page 16: ... wash Wash smaller loads Do not wrap items around agitator Dilute fabric softener in the dispenser Add powder or liquid color safe bleach directly to the basket Do not use chlorine bleach dispenser for color safe bleach Always measure bleach before adding to the dispenser Carefully pour into the dispenser Wipe up bleach spills Sort dark clothes from whites and lights Use hot or warm washes if safe...

Page 17: ...parts distributors KitchenAid service technicians are trained to fulfillthe product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized KitchenAid service company in your area you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages if you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts we recom mend that you only use factory authorize...

Page 18: ...6788 ALBERTA 1 800 661 6291 ONTARIO Ottawa area 1 800 267 3456 except 807 area code Outside the Ottawa area 1 800 807 6777 MANITOBA SASKATCHEWAN 1 800 665 1683 and 807 area code In ONTARIO QUEBEC Montreal except South Shore 1 800 361 3032 South Shore Montreal 1 800 361 0950 Quebec City 1 800 463 1523 Sherbrooke 1 800 567 6966 ATLANTIC PROVINCES 1 800 565 1598 If you need replacement parts If you n...

Page 19: ...ectrical or plumbing codes D Any labor costs during limited warranties E Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States and Canada F Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home G Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance H In Canada travel or transportation ex penses for customers wh...

Page 20: ...3950451A Registered Trademark Trademark of KilchenAid U S A 6 _ O 1998 KitchenAid KitchenAid Canada licensee in Canada Pdnted in U S A ...