Alliance Laundry Systems AWN432SP113TW01 User manual

User's Guide
for Topload Washers
TLW22C_SVG
Original Instructions
Keep These Instructions for Future Reference.
(If this machine changes ownership, this manual must accompany machine.)
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Front Matter
WARNING
Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this ma-
chine according to the manufacturer's instructions
may result in conditions which can produce bodily in-
jury and/or property damage.
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WARNING
For your safety and to reduce the risk of fire or an ex-
plosion, do not store or use gasoline or other flamma-
ble vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any oth-
er appliance.
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NOTE: The WARNING and IMPORTANT instructions ap-
pearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possi-
ble conditions and situations that may occur. It must be
understood that common sense, caution, and careful-
ness are factors which cannot be built into these wash-
ers. These factors MUST BE supplied by the person(s)
installing, maintaining, or operating the washer.
Always contact the distributor, service agent, or the manufactur-
er about any problems or conditions you do not understand.
Read all instructions before using washer.
This product uses FreeRTOS V7.2.0 (www.freertos.org).
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Product Registration
New owners of Alliance Laundry Systems equipment are encour-
aged to register their appliance to insure proper limited warranty
coverage. Register online at http://www.speedqueen.com/home/en-
us/support/product-registration.aspx or contact your dealer to
register your appliance. All information will be kept confidential and
will not be distributed to other parties.
Product Registration
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Table of Contents
Safety Information.............................................................................6
Explanation of Safety Messages................................................................. 6
Important Safety Instructions....................................................................6
Operation......................................................................................... 8
Before Washing....................................................................................... 8
Loading the Washer.................................................................................. 8
Operating Your Washer..................................................................... 11
Determine Proper Cycle........................................................................... 11
Heavy Duty/Permanent Press Cycle........................................................11
Normal Eco Cycle................................................................................ 11
Handwash/Delicate Cycle......................................................................11
Soak/Prewash Cycle............................................................................ 11
Extra Rinse....................................................................................... 11
To Wash Clothes.................................................................................... 11
Timer...................................................................................................12
Manual Soaking......................................................................................12
Optional Features.................................................................................. 12
Clothing Care...................................................................................14
Clothing Concerns.................................................................................. 14
Maintenance...................................................................................16
Cold Weather Care..................................................................................16
Care of Your Washer............................................................................... 16
Replacing Hoses.....................................................................................16
Filter Screens....................................................................................... 16
Vacations and Extended Non-Use..............................................................16
Preventative Maintenance....................................................................... 16
Reinstallation of Shipping Materials........................................................... 16
Motor Overload Protector....................................................................... 17
Optional Control Knob Inserts................................................................... 17
Troubleshooting...............................................................................18
Contact Information...............................................................................20
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Safety Information
Explanation of Safety Messages
Precautionary statements (“DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAU-
TION”), followed by specific instructions, are found in this manual
and on machine decals. These precautions are intended for the per-
sonal safety of the operator, user, servicer, and those maintaining
the machine.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, will cause severe personal injury or
death.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could cause severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
may cause minor or moderate personal injury or prop-
erty damage.
Additional precautionary statements (“IMPORTANT” and “NOTE”)
are followed by specific instructions.
IMPORTANT: The word “IMPORTANT” is used to inform
the reader of specific procedures where minor machine
damage will occur if the procedure is not followed.
NOTE: The word “NOTE” is used to communicate in-
stallation, operation, maintenance or servicing informa-
tion that is important but not hazard related.
Important Safety Instructions
Save These Instructions
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury
or death to persons when using your washer, follow
these basic precautions:
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• Read all instructions before using the washer.
• Install the washer according to the INSTALLATION INSTRUC-
TIONS. Refer to the EARTH/GROUND INSTRUCTIONS in the IN-
STALLATION manual for the proper earth/ground connection of
the washer. All connections for water, drain, electrical power
and earth/ground must comply with local codes and be made by
licensed personnel when required. Do not do it yourself.
• Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to
water and/or weather.
• Do not add the following substances or textiles containing
traces of the following substances to the wash water: gasoline,
kerosene, waxes, cooking oils, vegetable oils, machine oils, dry-
cleaning solvents, flammable chemicals, thinners or other flam-
mable or explosive substances. These substances give off va-
pors that could ignite, explode or cause the fabric to catch on
fire by itself.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a
hot water system that has not been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system
has not been used for such a period, before using a washing ma-
chine or combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water fau-
cets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This
will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. THE GAS IS FLAM-
MABLE, DO NOT SMOKE OR USE AN OPEN FLAME DURING
THIS TIME.
• 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.
• Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervi-
sion of children is necessary when the washer is used near chil-
dren. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (includ-
ing children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabili-
ties, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appli-
ance by a person responsible for their safety. This is a safety
rule for all appliances.
• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Children less than three years should be kept away unless con-
tinuously supervised.
• Do not reach into the washer if the washtub or agitator, if ap-
plicable, is moving.
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• Never operate the washer with any guards, panels and/or parts
removed or broken. DO NOT tamper with the controls or bypass
any safety devices.
• Use your washer only for its intended purpose, washing clothes.
Always follow the fabric care instructions supplied by the gar-
ment manufacturer.
• Always read and follow manufacturer’s instructions on pack-
ages of laundry and cleaning aids. To reduce the risk of poison-
ing or chemical burns, keep them out of the reach of children at
all times (preferably in a locked cabinet). Heed all warnings or
precautions.
• Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static un-
less recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener
or product.
• Lid MUST BE CLOSED any time the washer is to agitate or spin.
DO NOT bypass the lid switch by permitting the washer to agi-
tate or spin with the lid open. A brake will stop the washtub
within seconds if the lid is opened during spinning. If the wash-
tub does not stop when the lid is opened, remove the washer
from use and call the service person.
• Be sure water connections have a shut-off valve and that fill
hose connections are tight. CLOSE the shut-off valves at the
end of each wash day.
• Keep your washer in good condition. Bumping or dropping the
washer can damage safety features. If this occurs, have your
washer checked by a qualified service person.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the washer, or attempt any
servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-mainte-
nance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that
you understand and have the skills to carry out. ALWAYS dis-
connect the washer from electrical supply before attempting
any service.
• Disconnect the power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord. If
the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manu-
facturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
• Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, re-
move the lid or door to the washing compartment.
• Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this washer accord-
ing to the manufacturer’s instructions may result in conditions
which can produce bodily injury and/or property damage.
NOTE: The WARNING and IMPORTANT SAFETY IN-
STRUCTIONS appearing in this manual are not meant to
cover all possible conditions and situations that may oc-
cur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised
when installing, maintaining, or operating the washer.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or the man-
ufacturer about any problems or conditions you do not under-
stand.
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Operation
Before Washing
Prepare Wash Load
Empty Pockets and Cuffs
Make sure all pockets are empty and turn them inside out. One bob-
by pin, metal or plastic toy, nail or sharp object in a load can catch
laundry, cause tears and plug the pump. Facial tissue left in a pock-
et will produce extreme “lint”. A crayon or lipstick in a wash load
may cause stains that cannot be removed. Roll down cuffs and
shake out grass, sand and gravel.
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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.
Check For Colorfastness
Squeeze a portion of garment in warm or hot sudsy water. If the
color bleeds or runs, wash the item separately in cold water.
Sort Items
Different items use different wash cycles and temperatures. Al-
ways follow the manufacturer’s care label.
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Proper sorting is easy if you follow a few guidelines:
1. Sort by Color: Separate items into loads of whites, darks, lights
and non-colorfast.
2. Sort by Fabric and Construction: Separate items into loads of
cottons/linens, permanent press, synthetics/blends/poly knits,
and delicates.
3. Sort by Temperature: Separate items into loads that can be
washed in cold, warm or hot water.
4. Sort by Type and Amount of Soil: Heavily soiled clothes will need
extra treatment. Lightly soiled clothes can become dingy if
washed with heavily soiled items.
5. Sort Lint “Shedders” From Lint “Receivers”: Some fabrics at-
tract lint and should not be washed with lint-shedding loads.
Lint shedders are cottons, terry towels, chenille bedspreads,
rugs and clothes that have been heavily bleached. Lint receivers
are synthetics, permanent or durable press, knits (including
socks), corduroy, and other smooth fabrics.
Pretreat
Pretreat shirt collars and cuffs with a pretreat product or liquid
detergent when placing them in the washer. Before washing, treat
special stains individually.
WARNING
Do not wash or dry items soiled with vegetable or
cooking oils. Some oils may remain after washing and
may cause the fabric to catch on fire by itself.
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Loading the Washer
Load Articles
NOTE: Always add detergent first.
• 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 results.
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• Drop items loosely into the washtub. The bulk of the clothes
rather than the weight will determine load size. Do not pack
items in or wrap them around the agitator. Overloading can
cause poor cleaning, excessive wrinkling and tears.
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• Items should move freely through the wash water for best
cleaning results. Items should rollover, sink and then reappear.
• When washing very large items, do not fill washtub as full as
with other loads.
Load Size (Water Level)
• 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.
Wrong Water Level for Size of Load
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Right Water Level for Size of Load
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• Overloading the washtub can result in poor washing and rinsing.
• Overloading may also cause wrinkling and tearing of items as
well as increased wear to the washer’s motor.
• Reset (optional): Use RESET if agitation has started and more
water is needed for the load.
IMPORTANT: If in doubt, always use a larger load size.
Most average loads will require a water setting between
Medium and Extra Large. Failure to have the correct vol-
ume of water relative to the load will increase the inci-
dence of excessive lint.
NOTE: Starting January 2009, the Department of Ener-
gy (DOE) mandated new efficiency standards which re-
sulted in reduced water levels in the topload washer.
Load Sizes
Mini 1-2 permanent press dress
shirts or 2 pillow cases or 1
lightweight dress or similar size
load
Small 3-4 permanent press dress
shirts or 1 twin sheet, 1 pillow
case or 1-2 lightweight dres-
ses
Medium 6-7 permanent press shirts or
2 twin sheets, 2 pillow cases or
8 standard bath towels, 6
wash cloths
Extra Large 8-9 shirts, 5 pair polyester
pants or 2 queen size sheets, 4
pillow cases, 2 nightgowns, 1
pair men’s pajamas or 1 queen
size bedspread
Wash Temperature
Hot
Hot water is the most effective for cleaning, but it is not recom-
mended for all fabric types (read labels).
Warm
The Warm Wash is useful for providing a thorough cleaning on light
and moderately soiled clothing without damaging fabric or adding
to color fading. Warm water also reduces wrinkling. Use with non-
colorfast or dark colors, permanent press, silks, woolens, nylon, and
acrylic.
Cold
The Cold Wash is ideal for delicate items. Although its cleaning abili-
ties are not as great as with hot or warm water, it is useful for col-
ors that bleed easily and for sensitive fabrics.
All rinses use cold water. It is the most beneficial for fabrics. Cold
rinses reduce wrinkling and color fading. In addition, cold rinses will
save money and energy.
NOTE: In wash temperatures colder than 60°F (16°C),
detergents do not dissolve well. This may cause ineffec-
tive cleaning, or lint and residue to form.
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NOTE: Always follow manufacturer’s care labels.
Wash Temperature Guide
Water Tem-
perature Use Comments
HOT • Sturdy whites
and colorfast
items
• Work clothes
• Soiled items
• Diapers
• Best cleaning
for soiled items
• Good for sani-
tizing
WARM • Light and mod-
erately soiled
items
• Non-colorfast or
dark colors
• Permanent
press
• Silks, woolens,
nylon, acrylic
• Reduces wrin-
kling in perma-
nent press fab-
rics
• Less fading
• Reduces shrink-
ing in knits
COLD • Non-colorfast
fabrics
• Extra delicate
clothing
• Saves energy
• Reduces color
fading
• Reduces wrin-
kling
• Reduces shrink-
ing
Energy
You can save energy when washing by following a few guidelines:
1. Heating water accounts for the greatest energy expense when
washing. Save on heating water by using warm or cold washes.
2. Wash full loads, but do not overload.
3. Use Soak/Prewash cycle for heavily soiled items to reduce wash
times.
4. Select a shorter wash time for lightly soiled items.
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Operating Your Washer
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury
or death to persons, read the Safety Information sec-
tion before operating your washer.
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Determine Proper Cycle
Heavy Duty/Permanent Press Cycle
Use for sturdy items, like play or work clothes, towels, T-shirts,
etc., or for permanent press items and synthetics. The wash time
selection will depend on the type of fabric and the amount of soil.
For the best results when cleaning heavily soiled items, use a higher
soil level selection. Lightly soiled items require less wash time.
There are three settings in the HEAVY DUTY/PERMANENT PRESS
cycle - HEAVY, NORMAL and LIGHT.
Normal Eco Cycle
To maximize energy and water efficiency, this cycle uses less water
than the other cycles. It also uses no hot water even if the Wash
Temperature is set to Warm or Hot.
This cycle is recommended for washing everyday cottons and lin-
ens.
There are two settings in the NORMAL ECO cycle - NORMAL and
LIGHT.
Handwash/Delicate Cycle
Wash delicate items usually washed by hand on this cycle. A full tub
of water is recommended (even for small loads) to allow the deli-
cate items to move freely through the water. More water helps re-
duce fabric wear, wrinkling, and provides for a clean wash.
On this cycle, the agitation during the wash portion of the cycle is
not constant. The wash will alternate between periods of agitation
and then a short soak until advancing to the spin portion of the cy-
cle. All spin speeds are a low spin.
There are two settings in the HANDWASH/DELICATE cycle - NOR-
MAL and LIGHT.
Soak/Prewash Cycle
Use for heavily soiled or stained clothing. During the SOAK/
PREWASH setting, the washtub will fill with water, agitate for a re-
duced period of time, pause for approximately 12 minutes, and spin
out to complete the cycle.
Extra Rinse
This optional setting is useful for detergent sensitive skin. By
pressing the EXTRA RINSE button to ON, the HEAVY DUTY/
PERMANENT PRESS and HANDWASH/DELICATE cycles will each
provide an additional rinse.
To Wash Clothes
IMPORTANT: Before using your new washer, make sure
the washer cord is connected to an appropriate electrical
outlet that is properly installed and connected to a pro-
tective earth/ground. Make sure the washer hoses are
connected to the hot and cold water faucets, and that the
faucets are turned on. Be sure the drain hose is not
kinked and is inserted into a drain. Refer to the INSTAL-
LATION INSTRUCTIONS for details of proper washer in-
stallation.
IMPORTANT: Prior to first wash, use an all purpose
cleaner, or a detergent and water solution, and a damp
cloth to remove shipping dust from inside of wash drum.
1. Get the clothes ready for washing. Empty pockets and cuffs.
Sort items into separate loads. Pretreat stains and heavily
soiled areas.
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IMPORTANT: Remove all sharp objects from laundry
to avoid tears and rips to items during normal ma-
chine operation.
2. Measure and add low sudsing, High Efficiency (HE) detergent to
the washtub. Follow instructions on detergent package for
amount to use.
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NOTE: High efficiency (HE) detergent is recommen-
ded for use in this machine. Look for the HE logo or
“high efficiency” on the detergent’s label.
3. Add clothes loosely into the washtub (16 lbs. [7.2 kg] maxi-
mum dry clothes load).
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4. Set WASH TEMPERATURE control. (All rinses are cold.)
NOTE: All water is cold in the Normal Eco cycle.
5. Set LOAD SIZE (water level) control. Use RESET if agitation
has started and more water is needed.
IMPORTANT: Holding the LOAD SIZE control in the
RESET position can cause flooding of the washer.
6. Select EXTRA RINSE if desired.
7. Select the cycle according to the type of fabric being washed.
Push the timer knob in and turn clockwise to the desired cycle
and wash setting.
8. Pull the timer knob out to start the water fill. Agitation will be-
gin when the water reaches the level selected.
NOTE: Lid must be closed for fill, agitation and spin
to start.
The washer will stop (pause) shortly before the wash and rinse
spins. Do not turn the timer through these pauses. They are part
of the cycle.
Timer
Although the washer cycles are automatic, the timer may be reset
to lengthen, shorten or repeat a portion of a cycle.
To set or reset the timer, push timer knob in to stop the washer.
Hold timer knob in firmly while turning it clockwise to the setting
desired. Pull timer knob out to start the washer.
Manual Soaking
1. Set the timer knob in the center of the word “RINSE” (this pre-
vents the washer from spinning without first filling with water).
2. Place the soaking product and clothes load in the washtub.
3. Pull timer knob to start washer fill.
4. After fill is completed and agitation has started (lid must be
closed), push the timer knob in. This will stop the washer
5. When the clothes have soaked the desired length of time, TURN
THE TIMER KNOB TO THE START OF THE SPIN SETTING, then
pull the timer knob out to start the spin.
CAUTION
Failure to turn the timer knob to the spin cycle and
completely drain the washtub after soaking will result
in the washer overflowing and cause property dam-
age.
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Optional Features
Bleach Dispenser
The bleach dispenser is located in the left front corner, under the
lid.
Use liquid bleach in the dispenser. Powdered bleach must not be
used in the dispenser. Add powdered bleach to the wash water.
Use no more than one cup chlorine bleach for large loads, three-
quarters cup for medium and one-half cup for small loads.
Carefully pour recommended amount of bleach into the dispenser
during the first fill of the washer.
Be careful not to spill undiluted bleach. It is a strong chemical and
can damage some fabrics if it is not properly diluted.
Fabric Softener Dispenser
Fabric softener is not recommended to be used when the Normal
Eco cycle is selected. For best results, choose an alternate cycle
setting if using fabric softener.
To Use Dispenser
After the clothes are loaded into the washtub and before the
start of the WASH cycle, pour the proper amount of liquid fabric
softener into the bottle measuring cap (refer to bottle directions).
Pour into dispenser.
The large fabric softener dispenser allows for the fabric softener
to be diluted with water. We recommend adding water up to the fill
level. Do not exceed tip of arrow which indicates correct fill level.
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Over-filling can allow fabric softener to spill onto the clothes, caus-
ing stains on clothes if the softener comes into contact with de-
tergent suds.
Setting the water level to medium or higher will result in better per-
formance from the fabric softener.
The fabric softener will remain in the dispenser during the wash fill,
agitation and spin. At the end of the 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
1. 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. Refer to illustration.
2. Soak both housing and cup in hot soapy water.
3. Rinse housing and cup clean.
4. Clean funnel shape in top of agitator by using a small brush.
5. After cleaning, install dispenser cup, then push dispenser hous-
ing directly downward onto top of agitator until firmly snapped
together.
IMPORTANT: When adding detergent to the wash load,
DO NOT allow any detergent to enter the softener dis-
penser cup. If this happens, refer to the cleaning instruc-
tions.
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2
3
1. Dispenser Housing
2. Dispenser Cup
3. Agitator
Use Tips
• Fabric softener spilled onto garments may cause staining. To
remove, dampen stain and rub with bar soap. Wash as usual.
• Liquid fabric softeners will be dispensed during the first rinse
and should not be combined with bleach, bluing, starch, deter-
gents, soaps or packaged water conditioners.
• Fabric softener is not to be used in dispenser when using Pre-
wash cycle, if available.
• When adding detergent to wash water, do not allow any to en-
ter into softener dispenser cup, as softener will become gum-
my.
To prevent softener buildup, the dispenser can be filled with clean
water for automatic cleaning. This can be done in washing cycles
other than when softener is used.
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Clothing Care
Clothing Concerns
To keep clothes looking white or bright, use good washing practices
at all times to prevent a gradual build-up of soil or water hardness
minerals on them. If you notice that your clothes are not as bright
as they should be, take corrective measures immediately.
Problem Cause Solution
Gray or Dingy Clothes Insufficient Detergent Add more detergent to washtub before
loading clothes.
Mild detergents are not suitable for aver-
age soil.
Improper Sorting Wash whites separately. Separate light
from heavily soiled items. Clothes can pick
up soil from dirty wash water.
Nonphosphate Detergent and Hard Water Follow package directions. Soften water if
possible.
Water Not Hot Enough White clothes will stay whiter with hot
wash water. Increase temperature.
Overcrowding Washer Clothes must circulate freely through the
water for best results.
Yellowed Clothes Unremoved Soil Skin soil is hard to remove. Check hem
edge of sheets and pillowcases, bottom
end of t-shirts, etc. If this portion is white
and center 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 for an iron stain, use a rust remov-
er that is recommended for use with
washing machines on a portion of the gar-
ment. Follow bottle directions for larger
items.
Older Clothes Some white fabrics turn yellow with age
and cannot be whitened.
Clothes Tearing or Damaged Improper Use of Chlorine Bleach No correction for bleach damaged clothes.
Always measure and dilute bleach. Take
extra care to avoid unwanted spilling.
Insufficient Precare Fasten all hooks and zippers. Mend tears.
Remove objects from pockets.
Overcrowding or Overloading Make sure all items can move freely during
agitation.
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Problem Cause Solution
Excessive Lint Improper Sorting Fabrics that shed lint cannot be washed
with fabrics that receive lint.
Insufficient Detergent/Non-phosphate
Detergent
Use enough detergent so lint remains sus-
pended in water and flushed out. Do not
oversuds the water.
Mixing Fabric Types Knits and permanent press attract lint.
Wash these only with similar items.
Use fabric softener in rinse water.
Wrinkling Improper Sorting Heavy items like towels should not be
washed with light items like nightgowns.
Improper Cycle Make sure cycle selected is appropriate
for type of clothes.
Improper Temperature Using a warm or cold wash and a cold rinse
reduces wrinkling.
Too Many Clothes in Washer Clothes must circulate freely through the
water for best results.
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Maintenance
Cold Weather Care
If the unit is delivered on a cold day (below freezing), or is stored in
an unheated room or area during the cold months, do not attempt
to operate the washer until it has had a chance to warm up. Water
from the previous cycle may remain.
Care of Your Washer
Use only a damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning the control panel. Some
cleaning products may harm the finish on the control panel or dam-
age the interior. DO NOT use products that contain alcohol on the
control panel. Wipe the panel dry after cleaning.
Wipe the washer cabinet as needed. If detergent, bleach or other
washing products are spilled on the cabinet, wipe immediately.
Some products will cause permanent damage if spilled on the cabi-
net.
Do not use scouring pads or abrasive cleansers.
The washtub will need no particular care though it may need rinsing
or wiping after some unusual loads have been washed. This also may
be necessary if too little detergent has been used.
Leave the lid open to allow the inside of the washer to dry out after
use. This helps prevent musty odors from developing.
The agitator should not be removed except for service. The wash-
tub is designed to be self cleaning.
Replacing Hoses
Hoses and other natural rubber parts deteriorate after extended
use. Hoses may develop cracks, blisters or material wear from the
temperature and constant high pressure they are subjected to.
All hoses should be checked on a monthly basis for any visible signs
of deterioration. Any hose showing the signs of deterioration listed
above should be replaced immediately. All hoses should be replaced
every five years.
Filter Screens
Check the filter screens in the fill hoses for debris or damage every
six months. Clean or replace them if necessary.
If the washer is filling with water slower than normal, check the fil-
ter screens. Clean or replace them if necessary.
Order filter screen Part No. 803615 from the nearest authorized
parts distributor.
Vacations and Extended Non-Use
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible property damage due to
flooding, turn off the water supply to the washer whenev-
er there will be an extended period of non-use.
Preventative Maintenance
Follow these guidelines to ensure the washer operates properly.
Call for service if you observe any of the following: water of any
amount on the floor, an increase in operating noise or water re-
maining in the wash basket after a cycle.
Frequency Maintenance Procedure
Monthly 1. Check all hoses and the
drain for leaks.
2. Check the lid switch for
proper operation.
3. Check to make sure the
washer is level.
Every six months 1. Clean the filter screens in
the fill hoses.
Every five years 1. Have a qualified service
technician conduct general
preventative maintenance
on the washer to ensure it
operates properly.
2. Replace the fill hoses.
Reinstallation of Shipping Materials
You must install the shipping brace and shipping plug any time the
washer is moved.
Shipping Brace
The shipping brace in the lid opening should be saved and reinstalled
whenever the washer is moved. To reinstall the brace, open the
washer lid and place the brace over the washer agitator, placing the
back of the brace into the lid opening first.
Shipping Plug
The plastic shipping plug should be saved and reinstalled any time
the washer is moved. The plug fits into two openings: The base
opening and the shipping plug opening on the bottom of the movable
pivot dome. The plug MUST be inserted into both openings to pre-
vent damage to the washer. In order to accomplish this, the ship-
ping plug opening must be directly lined up with the base opening.
Maintenance
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Refer to illustration below.
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2
4
3
1. Shipping Brace
2. Shipping Plug Opening
3. Base Opening
4. Shipping Plug
After the shipping brace has been installed in the lid opening, tilt
washer back enough to access base opening.
Insert shipping plug into base opening and, using the palm of your
hand, push shipping plug into washer until it snaps into shipping
plug opening.
Motor Overload Protector
The internal motor overload protector will stop the motor auto-
matically if there are too many clothes in the washtub or if a failure
has occurred within the machine. The overload protector will reset
itself in two or three minutes and the motor will restart automati-
cally.
If the overload protector stops the motor again, remove the wash-
er from use and call a service person to correct the problem.
Optional Control Knob Inserts
Your unit has come equipped from the factory with a gray back-
ground on the control panel knobs. If you wish to change the color,
additional color inserts are available at additional cost through
your dealer.
Maintenance
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Troubleshooting
Try these troubleshooting tips before making a service call. They
may save you time and money.
Washer Symptom Possible Cause/Solution
Won't Fill • Make sure power cord is plugged all the way into the electrical
outlet.
• Make sure hot and cold water faucets are turned on.
• Make sure that the fill hoses are not kinked or twisted.
• Pull timer knob out to start washer.
• Make sure that the controls are properly set.
• In the Normal Eco cycle, during the rinse portion of the cycle,
the tub won’t fill with water. Instead, there is a spray rinse.
• Make sure that the last spin has been completed.
• Check the laundry room fuse or circuit breaker.
• Clean the screens in the water mixing valve and the filter
screens located at the faucet end of the fill hoses. (Owner is
responsible for service calls regarding cleaning of the screens.)
• Water is being siphoned from the washer during the cycle. Re-
fer to the Installation instructions to make sure that the drain
hose has been properly installed.
Won't Start • Make sure lid is closed.
• Pull timer knob out to start washer.
• Make sure power cord is plugged all the way into the electrical
outlet.
• Make sure that the controls are properly set.
• Check the laundry room fuse or circuit breaker.
• The motor overload protector may have stopped the cycle. It
will reset itself in two or three minutes and restart the washer
automatically.
Won't Agitate • Make sure lid is closed.
• Pull timer knob out to start washer.
• Make sure power cord is plugged all the way into the electrical
outlet.
• Check the laundry room fuse or circuit breaker.
• The motor overload protector may have stopped the cycle. It
will reset itself in two or three minutes and restart the washer
automatically.
• Broken drive belt. Call the service person.
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Washer Symptom Possible Cause/Solution
Won't Spin • Make sure lid is closed.
• Pull timer knob out to start washer.
• Make sure power cord is plugged all the way into the electrical
outlet.
• Check the laundry room fuse or circuit breaker.
• The motor overload protector may have stopped the cycle. It
will reset itself in two or three minutes and restart the washer
automatically.
• Broken drive belt. Call the service person.
Stops/Pauses During Cycle • Pauses are part of the washer’s normal operation. The washer
will stop (pause) shortly before the wash and rinse spins.
• Check the laundry room fuse or circuit breaker.
• The motor overload protector may have stopped the cycle. It
will reset itself in two or three minutes and restart the washer
automatically.
Won't Drain • Make sure drain hose is not kinked or twisted.
• Make sure drain hose is not clogged.
• Make sure drain receptacle is not clogged.
• Refer to the Installation instructions to make sure that the
drain hose has been properly installed.
Water Leaks • Check that fill hoses are properly installed on the faucets and
the washer’s water mixing valve.
• Check the condition of the fill hoses. Replace fill hoses every five
years.
• Make sure drain receptacle is not clogged.
• Check laundry room plumbing.
• Check house water pressure. In cases of extremely low water
pressure, leaking may occur.
• Laundry load may be oversudsing or overloaded. Use less deter-
gent (or low-sudsing detergent) and proper load sizes.
Is Noisy • Wash load may be unbalanced. Open lid and redistribute the
load.
• Make sure washer is level. Uneven leveling can cause vibration.
• A newly installed washer may make a knocking sound if the ma-
chine has been in storage. The belt may have settled. Run wash-
er through 4-5 cycles to loosen belt. Washer operation will not
be affected.
Load Is Too Wet • Wash load may be unbalanced. Open lid and redistribute the
load.
• Load is too small. Add items to make full load.
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Washer Symptom Possible Cause/Solution
Wrong Water Temperature • Make sure that the controls are properly set.
• Check fill hoses. Make sure hot faucet hose is connected to hot
mixing valve (indicated with “H” on the valve bracket) and cold
faucet is connected to cold mixing valve (indicated with “C” on
the valve bracket).
• Make sure laundry room water heater is adjusted properly.
• The Normal Eco cycle will only use cold water.
Low Water Level on Extra Large Setting • Starting January 2009, the Department of Energy (DOE)
mandated new efficiency standards which resulted in reduced
water levels in the topload washer.
Contact Information
If service is required, contact the nearest Factory Authorized
Service Center. To find the nearest service center, visit us online at
www.speedqueen.com.
If you are unable to locate an authorized service center or are un-
satisfied with the service performed on your unit, contact:
Speed Queen
Shepard Street
P.O. Box 990
Ripon, Wisconsin 54971-0990
www.speedqueen.com
Phone: [phone]
Date Purchased __________________________
Model Number __________________________
Serial Number __________________________
TLW2003N_SVG
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1. Serial Plate
When contacting us about your washer, PLEASE GIVE THE MODEL
AND SERIAL NUMBERS. The model and serial numbers are located
on the serial plate. The serial plate will be in the location shown.
Please include a copy of your bill of sale and any service receipts
you have.
If replacement parts are required, contact the source from where
you purchased your washer or visit us online at www.speed-
queen.com.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, DO NOT
repair or replace any part of the unit or attempt any
servicing unless specifically recommended in the
user-maintenance instructions or in published user-re-
pair instructions that you understand and have the
skills to carry out.
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