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TM

Owner's

Manual

Top Loading Washer

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reference.

manual

stays

with washer.

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Part No. 40108202

Printed in U.S.A. 11/00

© 2000 Amana Appliances

Amana, Iowa 52204

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washer!

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Model Number

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Asure

TM

Extended

Service

Plan

AmanaAppliances offers long-term service protection for this new washer.

Asure" Extended Service Plan, covering functional parts, labor, and travel charges, is specially designed to supplement a strong warranty. Call

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and Accessories

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What You Need

to Know

about Safety

Instructions

Warning and Important Safety

Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating washer.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent, or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

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,, DANGER

DANGERmlmmediate

hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury

or death.

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WARNING

WARNINGmHazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.

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CAUTION

CAUTION_Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or product or property damage.

Important Safety Information

WARNING

To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death when using your washer, follow these basic precautions:

1.

2.

3.

Read all instructions before

using washer.

Be sure washer is properly grounded.

Do not wash articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. Vapors could ignite or explode.

4.

Do not add gasoline, drycleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to wash water.

Vapors could ignite or explode.

5.

Do not store or use gasoline or

other flammable vapors and

liquids near this or any other appliance.

10. Do not install or store washer

11.

12.

13.

where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.

Do not tamper with washer

controls.

Do not repair or replace any part of washer or attempt any service,

unless specifically recommended in user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have skills to carry out.

To reduce risk of electric shock

or fire, do not use extension

cords or adapters to connect washer to electrical power

source.

14. Use your washer only for its

intended purpose: noncommercial clothes washing.

18. Use only fabric softeners or products to eliminate static that are appropriate for automatic

washers.

19. Keep yourwasher in good condition. Bumping or dropping

washer can damage safety

features. If damage occurs,

have washer checked by qualified service technician.

20. Replace worn power cords and/

or loose plugs.

21. Loading door must be closed

whenever washer is agitating or

spinning. Do not bypass loading door switch by permitting washer to operate with loading door open.

22. Always read and follow

manufacturer's instructions on

6.

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 hot-water

system has not been used for

such period, turn on all hot-

water faucets and let water flow for several minutes before using

washing machine. Do not smoke or use an open flame at this time.

15. Always disconnect washer from electrical supply before attempting any service.

Disconnect power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.

16. Install washer according to

Installation Instructions. All connections for water, drain, electrical power, and grounding must comply with local codes and be made by licensed personnel when required.

packages of laundry and cleaning aids. Heed all warnings or precautions. To reduce risk of poisoning or chemical burns, keep products

away from children at all times,

preferably, in a locked cabinet.

23. Never operate washerwith guards and/or panels removed.

24. Do not operate washerwith missing or broken parts.

25. Do not bypass safety devices.

7.

8.

9.

Do not allow children to play on or in washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when washer is used near children, a

safety rule for all appliances.

Before washer is removed from

service or discarded, remove door to washing compartment.

Do notreach intowasher ifwash tub is movingor agitatorismoving.

17. To reduce risk of fire, do not use washer to launder clothes which have traces of any flammable substance, such as vegetable oil, cooking oil, machine oil, flammable chemicals, thinner, etc., or anything containing wax or chemicals, such as mops and cleaning cloths. Flammable substances may cause fabric to catch fire by itself.

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CAUTION

To reduce

risk

of property damage due to flooding of washer unit, please read the following information:

1.

Do not pause an active cycle for longer than thirty minutes.

Pressure switch may reset and cause tub to overfill.

2.

Always turn Load Level knob to

RESET before changing a water level,

3.

DO NOT hold Load Level knob at RESET. Water will continue to fill as long as knob is held at

RESET.

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Introduction

Water

Temperature

Control

Provides a choice of wash and

rinse temperature

settings.

Sensor wash settings deliver consistent pre-set temperatures for warm(100°F/56°C)

42°C) wash water.

and cold(75°F/

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WASH / RINSE TEMP

Load Size Control

This allows

you to select the

water level in your wash tub to match load size

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LOAD SIZE WASH / RINSE OPTIONS

Options Wash/Rinse

Control

This works in conjunction with your

Cycle Dial to regulate the spin and agitation of your cycle.

• The Heavy Soiled

setting

provides more agitation for

thorough

cleaning.

• The Normal setting provides a decreased

level

of agitation

to

improve fabric care and wrinkling.

• The Extra Rinse setting provides an automatic

second

rinse to better

/

remove

dirt and soap residue.

Cycle Dial

Choose the cycle according to the color, fabric type and soil

level. The heavy and normal

settings

will provide more agitation than the light setting.

/

WHITES

DELICATEH

What do

the

colored dots

on

my control

panel

mean?

The control is color coded between\

\

the main timer cycles and the \ options to help the washer deliver the best cleaning performance.

The color coded recommendations for temperature, and wash/rinse options provide a general guideline. Always refer to manufacturer's care label for specific settings.

\

COLD

==

What does

the

thermometer symbol mean on my Water

Temperature

The washer features

Control?

an automatic temperature control sensor for the washer water. This sensor regulates the wash water temperature to approximately approximately

75°F(42°C)

100°F(56°C)

Sensor wash

settings

will help insure detergents work effectively to deliver optimum cleaning performance.

for cold, and for warm.

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COLO

COLD

What does

the

arc

mean

on my control panel?

The arc shows where on the dial the feature is active.

The arc is used to show the active settings of the sensor wash automatic temperature control

settings,

and the extra

rinse

feature.

What does

the

dash mean on my Water

Temperature Control?

The dash indicates an energy saving selection.

The marked temperature settings use the least amount of energy.

Starting the Wash

WASH / RINSE TEMP

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WARM

COLD

COLD

COLD

LOAD SIZE

Water Level

LARGE

1. Prepare clothes for washing

For best wash results:

• Remove items from pockets and cuffs

• Close zippers and fasteners; mend rips and tears

• Sort items into separate loads

• Pre-treat stains and heavily soiled areas

WARM

.oT w _

COLD

MEDIUM

SMALL

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COLD m

EX-LARGE

RESET

SUPER

PLUS

2.

Select WASH/RINSE temperature

Always follow garment manufacturer's care labels for each fabric. See chart below.

WASH/

RINSE

TYPE OF CLOTHING

Hot/Cold

Warm/Warm

Warm/Cold

Sturdy whites and colorfast items; work clothes, soiled items and cloth diapers

Delicate or colorfast items

Moderately soiled permanent press or rinsing of most items; silks, woolens, nylon, acrylic

Colors that tend to bleed or fade, extradelicate clothing, or rinsing of most items

ColdlCold

Sensor Wash*

100°F(56°C)Warm/Cold

Sensor Wash*

75°F(42°C)Cold/Cold

Delicate or colorfast items

Colors that tend to bleed or fade, extradelicate clothing, or rinsing of most items

* Sensor Wash temperatures may vary slightly.

3.

Select LOAD SIZE

/ WATER

Variable control allows you to select the most appropriate setting for each wash load. Do not fill above top row of holes in tub with clothes.

Use Water Level chart to determine setting.

NOTE: If washing delicates, a full tub is recommended for any size load. This reduces fabric wear and wrinkling.

If you need to change water level after

tub has started to fill turn knob to RESET

before selecting new level. If RESET is not

selected, wash tub may flood.

LEVEL

LOAD SIZE

Super Plus

Ex-Large

Large

Medium

Small

WATER LEVEL

Max. Fill

3/4 Full

518- 3/4Full

112- 5/8Full

112Full

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Starting the Wash

(continued)

4• Select wash action by choosing your WASH

OPTION and WASH CYCLE

• Choose the desired WASH OPTION appropriate to the soil level of the wash load.

• If extra rinse is desired, select the NORMAL or HEAVY SOILED option on the with Extra Rinse side of the dial.

Timer knob can be turned in either direction. Wash cycle

and time

selection depends upon type of fabric and amount of soil.

Always follow garment manufacturer's care labels for each fabric.

See chart below.

FABRIC TYPE WASH

CYCLE

WASH I RINSE

OPTION

AGITATION SPIN

SPEED

Light cottons

• sheets

• light colored shirts

Heavy cottons

• socks

• underwear

• towels

Colored sturdy fabrics

• permanent press

• knits

Colored sturdy fabrics

• jeans

• t-shirts

Hand washed items

• silks,

• lingerie

WHITES

WHITES

COLORS

COLORS

DELICATES

NORMAL

HEAVY SOILED

NORMAL

HEAVY SOILED

NORMAL

Regular

Fast

Regular

Fast

Slow intermittent

high high light high light

Why

does

my

agitation stop

and

start

during

the

cycle?

Wash action consists

of periods of agitation, with pauses or periods of

soak.

This is normal operation.

WASH / RINSEOPTIONS

5•

6• Measure

9•

Pull timer

Water fill begins.

Close

OUT and add lid of unit knob to start detergent

• Unit will not operate when lid is open.

to wash

Use only detergent recommended for top-loading washers.

7• Add clothing to water in wash tub tub

• Do not pack clothes into tub. Loosely fill tub with clothes no higher than top row of holes.

Items must move freely through water.

8• Adjust water level, if necessary•

• Bulky fabrics may need more water added after agitation begins.

Turn

Load Size knob to RESET and back to desired setting.

What if I want to use only

the spin portion

of

my

cycle?

This may be useful if you need to

remove

excessive moisture from handwashed objects or just wanting to

remove

as much moisture as

possible from your items,

r

To find the spin setting ....

_ locate the notch in the

colored controls between

RINSE

EXTRA RINSE

the rinse cycle and the end of the cycle.

NOTE: Verify Extra Rinse feature is not active before selecting spin cycle.

What if I need

to stop my washer while

in cycle?

You may stop the washer at any time by pushing the cycle knob in. To restart, pull the knob out.

Make sure the lid of the unit is closed.

Washer will not operate when lid is open.

IMPORTANT: Do not pause cycle for

longer than 30 minutes.

Internal pressure switch may reset and cause tub

to overfill.

If cycle has been paused for more than

30 minutes, set your Cycle Dial to spin and set your wash cycle again.

Cycles and

Features

What do the little numbers mean?

There are three methods used to clean your clothes: agitation, soaking periods, and spin/spray periods.

These are referred to as the wash

action of the cycle. The numbers next to the cycles refer to the wash action time, or the time that the clothes are actually being cleaned.

SOAK

OFF

These numbers do not include the time of the final rinse and final spin portion of the cycle.

DELICA

TES

EXTRA RINSE

I

RINSE

DOUBLE

WASH

OF

WHITES

This cycle cares for sturdy cottons, such as towels, jeans, and socks. It also cares for lighter cottons such as underwear and tshirts.

This cycle offers throe levels of

wash action:

HEAVY: 18 minutes

NORMAL: 15 minutes

LIGHT: 9 minutes

COLORS

This cycle is designed to clean colored sturdy fabrics, as well as dress shirts, dress pants, business casuals, and synthetic blends.

This cycle offers throe levels of

wash action:

HEAVY: 15 minutes

NORMAL: 12 minutes

LIGHT: 9 minutes

DELICA

TES

Designed to care for items such as blouses, nylons, lingerie, and other hand washables, this cycle features gentle wash action, including short periods of agitation and long periods of soaking.

This cycle offers two levels of

wash action:

NORMAL: 9 minutes

LIGHT: 6 minutes

HEAVY

NORMAL

18 15

9 LIGHT

WHITES

RINSE

I

OFF

EXTRA RINSE

15 HEAVY

NORMAL

LIGHT

LIGHT 6

NORMAL 9

EXTRA

RINSE

OFF

RINSE

COLORS

DOUBLE

WASH

DOUBLE WASH automatically advances into the WHITES wash cycle. Use to wash heavily soiled clothes twice with detergent in each cycle.

To deliver extra detergent:

• LIQUID DETERGENT: place in fabric softener dispenser for use in

second wash. DO NOT use

dispenser for fabric softener.

• POWDER DETERGENT: place

extra detergent in tub for use in

first wash; recommend

approximately 1½ times normal

amount.

This helps ensure detergents work to optimum cleaning levels while

maintainingoverall energy efficiency.

Once the tub begins to fill, the

Sensor Wash sensor begins to measure the temperature of the water as it fills the tub. If the sensor

recognizes that the water is too

warm, then it allows cold water into

the tub to drop the temperature.

If the water is too cold, then it adds warm water to the tub. This process

continues until the water roaches the

chosen fill level. This assures that

warm water is maintained at approximately 100°F(56°C), and the

cold water at approximately

75°F(42°C).

SOAK

Use for heavily soiled or stained items. Wash tub fills with water and agitates load for approximately 2 minutes before pausing approximately 12 minutes for soaking. After soaking period, the unit spins water out to complete cycle.

The washer features

COL,_D

COLD

_

Extra Rinse is

usefulfor people _

with detergent sensitive skin. It

NORMAL

providesa

second

rinse to more completely remove laundry additives, suds, and perfumes.

Extra Rinse adds 10-15 minutes to total cycle time.

IHEAVY

.SOILED

an automatic sensor that monitors

II__ the temperature of the water as it fills the wash tub.

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Dispensers

Dispenser

Bleach dispenser is located in left front comer under loading door.

Bleach

Use only liquid bleach in dispenser. To use powdered bleach, add to wash tub with detergent.

Carefully pour recommended amount of bleach into dispenser during first

washer fill. See table.

Be careful not to spill undiluted bleach. It is a strong chemical and

can damage cabinet finishes and

some fabrics if not properly diluted.

Follow bleach manufacturer's label for

proper use.

LOAD SIZE BLEACH

(Max Amt.)

SUPER PLUS

1 cup

X-LARGE 1 cup

LARGE

MEDIUM

SMALL

1 cup

3/4cup

1/2cup

Fabric

Fabric softener dispenser

Softener

Dispenser

Fabric softener dispenser is located on top of agitator.

Dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener at proper time during rinse cycle.

Fabric

Softener Use Tips

• Liquid fabric softeners are

dispensed during final rinse. Do

not combine with bleach, bluing, starch, detergents, soaps, or

packaged water conditioners

during rinse.

• Do not use fabric softener in dispenser during DOUBLE WASH

cycle.

• Do not mix powdered detergent

with liquid softener in dispenser or softener will become gummy.

To use dispenser, follow these steps:

1.

Pour liquid fabric softener into dispenser, using amount recommended on package.

Add water up to fill level, but do not exceed tip of fill arrow indicator.

FABRIC SOFTENER MUST BE DILUTED FOR USE.

• Do not stop washer during first spin or dispenser will empty too soon.

• Never pour fabric softener directly onto clothes or spots and stains may result. To remove softener stains, soak in soapy solution of

Sard

TM

Wonder Soap or Ivory

TM soap, or rub stain with bar of Sard

TM or

Ivory

TM soap and wash garment as usual.

• For best softener performance, set water level to medium or higher.

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 of agitator. Use small brush on hole and funnel rings for thorough cleaning.

After cleaning, re-install dispenser cup. Push dispenser housing directly down onto top of agitator until firmly snapped together.

To prevent build-up, fill dispenser with clean water in wash cycles when not using softener.

Features,

Hints, and Care

Follow

the Colors

Your washer control panel is color coordinated for your convenience.

When you set your washer controls, notice which colors are the same. They will help guide you through setting the controls.

Need more Time?

the

Timer Knob.

Reset

Although wash cycles are automatic, timer may be reset to lengthen, shorten, or repeat a portion of a cycle.

To set or reset timer, push in timer knob to stop washer. Hold in timer knob firmly while slowly turning it to desired

setting. Pull out timer knob to start washer.

Lint Filter

Amana's self cleaning lintfilter works throughout the wash cycle to constantly remove lint and other residue from the water. Located between the outer and inner tub, the lint filter removes lint as water passes from the bottom of the outer tub back to the inner tub. As water passes from the outer tub to the inner tub, water is forced through the bottom of the lint filter. The filter traps lint under the filter until the spin cycle begins. During the spin cycle centrifugal force removes the lint by pulling it off the bottom of the filter and washing it down the drain.

Motor Overload Protector

Internal overload protector automatically stops motor in event of overload.

Overload protector resets in approximately 3 minutes and motor automatically restarts. If overload protector stops motor again, stop using washer and call service technician. Loading wash tub too full may result in motor overload.

Automatic Balance System

Your new washer will automatically adjust to unbalanced loads without shutting down or interrupting the cycle. The cycle will automatically complete

Stops and Starts

Wash action consists of periods of agitation, with pauses or periods of soaking. For best results, do not turn timer through pauses, which are normal part of wash cycles.

Cleaner Clothes

Water temperature affects how clean clothes become. If your clothes are not as clean as you would like, 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. Also, check that your water hoses are hooked up correctly. If they are switched you might be getting cold water in your warm and hot cycles.

Hard water does not remove soil as well as soft water.

Check with your local water company to see if you have hard water. If you have hard water,

try

softening it with a packaged conditioner or use a little more detergent.

Risers

Risers or air cushions may be installed if pipes knock or pound when flow of water stops. Risers are more efficient when installed as close as possible to water supply faucets.

In a severe out-of-balance condition, clothes may contain excessive moisture. If this should happen, the spin mark after the rinse setting in the regular cycle.

Safety Lid Switch

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The washer will not spin when the lid is open for any reason. This is for your personal safety. If the lid is opened mid-cycle, operation will automatically start when lid is closed.

General

Washer Care

• Use only damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning control panel. Some cleaning product sprays may harm control panel finish or may damage interior of hood.

• Wipe washer cabinet as needed. If detergent, bleach, or other washing products are spilled on 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 to prevent scratching interior parts.

• Leave lid open after use to allow inside of washer to dry, and to help prevent musty odors from developing.

• Do not allow small children to play on or around washer.

• Do not move washer without reinstalling shipping brace (Part #40068201 ) and shipping plug (Part #40047301 ). See Moving Washer to New Location section.

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Moving and Storage

Cold Storage and Non-Use Periods

I WARNING

Explosive hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or more. Before using washer, if hot water system has not been used for such a period, turn on all hot water faucets and let water flow for several minutes to release accumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is flammable: Do not smoke or use an open flame when flushing water lines.

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Vacations

Extended and

Non-Use

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible

propertydamage from flooding, turn

offwater supply to washer during extended periods of non-use.

To prevent mold or mildew, leave lid open so moisture inside machine can evaporate.

When closing your home for extended periods, have service technician drain washer to avoid stagnant water.

Unplug cord from electrical outlet.

Disconnect hoses from faucets.

Cold Weather Care

If washer is delivered when outside temperature is below freezing or if washer is stored in unheated room or area during cold months, do not operate until

washer has warmed to room temperature.

Do not install or operate washer where temperatures will drop below freezing.

Cold Weather Storage

If washer must be stored in seasonal home or storage building, use one of the following storage methods.

METHOD 1

1.

Turn off water supply faucets and disconnect hoses. Drain water from both hoses.

2.

Add one gallon of non-toxic RV antifreeze (available from hardware or recreational vehicle dealers) to washer tub.

3.

Push in cycle selector knob and turn to SPIN.

4.

Pull knob out and let washer spin for 1-2 minutes 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 through a complete cycle using ½ cup of detergent. DO NOT ADD CLOTH ES TO CYCLE.

METHOD 2

1.

Push in cycle selector knob and turn to SPIN. Run through complete spin cycle to remove excess water.

2.

When spin cycle is complete, push in cycle selector knob to stop washer.

3.

Turn off water supply faucets and disconnect hoses. Drain water from both hoses.

4.

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.

5.

It is normal for some water to remain inside pump. To prevent damage to washer and pump if remaining water freezes, allow washer to warm to 24 to 48 hours after removing from storage, so water can thaw before use.

Moving Washer to

New Location

Replace shipping plug under motor and shipping brace in tub. Refer to

Installation Instructions for proper procedures whenever washer is moved. See illustration.

Shipping

brace

Shipping

plug and location in washer

Tilt the washer back slightly and slide shipping plug into

position under washer.

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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 Amana

ConsumerAffairs Department at 1 (800) 843-0304.

TOPIC

POSSIBLE

CAUSE SOLUTION

Gear sounds or a low hum

Rattling and clanking noise

Squealing sound or hot rubber odor

Thumping sound

Vibrating noise

Water splashing or slapping noise

Whistling or whirling noise

OPERATION

_

Washer does not start

Washer won't spin

Residue left in tub

Agitation stops and starts

Normal mechanical commercial-quality in

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

Clothing fasteners hitting wash tub.

Overloaded sounds washer

wash tub

Heavy wash loads; unbalanced loads

Washer

not resting firmly on floor

Wash load distributed unevenly in tub

Shipping plug not removed during installation

Washer

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

Drum spinning without clothes.

Holes in the tub can cause this sound.

Normal operation.

Stop washer and check tub. Remove loose objects.

Close zippers, buttons and fasteners.

Clothing with buckles must be turned inside out. If noise continues after washer is restarted, objects may be in pump: Call your authorized servicer.

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

Usually normal, but unbalanced loads should be redistributed.

Stop washer and rearrange load.

Make sure floor is strong enough for washer.

Adjust leveling legs so washer rests firmly on floor.

See Installation

Instructions

for leveling details.

Stop washer and rearrange load.

See Installation

Instructions

for details on removing shipping plug.

Normal

operation.

Washer

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

Normal operation.

Electrical plugged in, or connection may be loose

Fuse blown, circuit or power outage

Water

Control

Heavily power supply of overload,

Lid partially soiled cord may not be occurred faucets set incorrectly open items breaker tripped, not turned

Internal overload protector automatically stops motor in event on

Wash action consists of periods

of agitation, with pauses or periods of no activity.

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

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.

Turn on water supply faucets.

Reprogram control.

See fault code explanations if necessary.

Protector resets in approximately 3 minutes and motor automatically restarts.

If overload protector stops motor again, quit using washer and call service technician.

Close lid completely.

Before washing, shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items.

Wipe tub with nonabrasive household cleaner and rinse.

Pauses in the wash cycle are a normal and

necessary occurrence

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TOPIC

WATER

_)_

Wash load too wet after spin

POSSIBLE

CAUSE

Trouble

Shooting

(continued)

SOLUTION

Water enters slowly or does not enter washer

Water level does not cover clothes

Warm or hot water not hot enough

Water drains slowly or does not drain

Water leaks

Overloaded

Unbalanced wash tub

Fabric naturally retains more moisture

Inadequate

Water supply faucets partly closed

Water being used elsewhere in house

Clogged

Kinked water

Overloaded

Water heater temperature

set too

low or positioned too far from washer

Hot water being used elsewhere house

load main water supply

water inlet filters inlet hoses

Incorrect water level selection wash tub

Drain hose kinked or clogged

Loose fill hose connections

Water level setting was changed

without turning knob to RESET

Load Level knob was held at

RESET.

Incorrect wash and rinse temperatures

Clogged drain pipes

Oversudsing

Hot and cold water hoses connected

to wrong supply faucets

Water enters washer, but

Incorrect standpipe height for drain

tub does not fill hose

Water flow during fill varies

Normal operation of Sensor Wash

feature

12 in

Active cycle was paused for longer

than 30 minutes and then

reactivated,

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

Rearrange load to allow proper spin.

Set controls for an extra cycle of spin. Locate the notch in the colored controls between the rinse cycle and the end of the cycle.

Check water pressure at another faucet in house.

Fully open hot and cold water supply faucets.

Avoid running water elsewhere when washer is filling. Water pressure must be at least 20 psi (138 kPa).

Disconnect water fill hoses from faucet and clean screen filters.

Replace filters and attach hoses..

Straighten hoses.

Turn Load Size knob to RESET and select a higher water level.

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

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.

Use Sensor Wash temperature settings.

Sensor

Wash regulates warm wash water fill to be approximately 100°F(75°C)

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 water system, or use for only one application at a time.

Clean and straighten drain hose.

Check and tighten all hose/faucet

connections.

Install rubber sealing washers provided.

Pressure switch will reset after 30 minutes,

causing tub to fill once cycle is reactivated. This may cause tub to overfill if tub contains water. If

cycle has been paused for more than 30 minutes,

set Cycle Dial to SPIN to drain out existing

water.

Always turn Load Level knob to RESET before

changing water level settings.

Water will continue to fill as long as knob is held at

RESET and may result in overfill. Do not hold knob at RESET.

Unclog drain pipes. Call plumber if necessary.

Use less detergent.

Check hose connections. Connect hot water hose

to hot water faucet;

connect cold water hose to

cold water faucet.

Recommended

standpipe height is 36" (91.44 cm);

for low standpipes, install Siphon Break Kit (part

#562P3).

See Installation Instructions for details.

Normal water flow regulation by the Sensor Wash feature causes water flow to switch from hot to

cold.

Amana Washer Warranty

Full ONE Year Warranty

For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, Amana will repair or replace any part that fails due to a defect in materials orworkmanship.

Limited Warranty

After one year from the date of original retail purchase, Amana will provide a free part, as listed below, to replace any part that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

The owner will be responsible for paying all other costs including labor, mileage, and transportation.

Second through

Third Year

Amana will provide any part.

Third

through Fifth Year

Amana will provide the drive motor or timer.

Third

through

Tenth

Year

Amana will provide the transmission assembly and seal kit.

Amana will provide the outer tub assembly.

Amana will provide the cabinet assembly should the part rust through.

Amana will provide the outer wash tub should the part fail to contain water.

Lifetime

Amana will provide the inner wash basket.

What is not covered by these warranties

•

Replacement of household fuses, resetting of circuit breakers, or correction to household wiring or plumbing.

• Products with original serial numbers removed, altered, or not readily determined.

• Products purchased for commercial, industrial, rental, or leased use.

• Products located outside of the United States or Canada.

• Premium service charges, if the servicer is requested to perform 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 by Amana.

• Accident, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, or acts of nature.

• Connections to improper electrical current, voltage, or supply.

To Receive Warranty Service

Service must be performed by an authorized Amana service representative.

To schedule service, contact the

Amana dealer where you purchased your appliance or contact Amana Appliances Factory Service.

Amana Appliances Factory Service

1-800-628-5782 inside USA

For more information,

Amana Appliances Consumer Services

Amana Appliances

2800 220th Trail

Amana, Iowa 52204

1-800-843-0304 inside USA

(319) 622-5511 worldwide

When contacting

Amana Appliances

please include

the following

information:

• Your name, address, and telephone number.

• Model number and serial number of your appliance

(found on inside of lid in the bottom right corner).

• The name and address of your dealer and the date of purchase.

• A clear description of the problem.

• Proof of purchase (sales receipt).

IN NO EVENT SHALL AMANA BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have others which vary from state to state. For example, some states

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you.

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