Alliance Laundry Systems FLW63H User manual

Preventative Maintenance
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Frontload
Washer
FLW63H
Part No. 11-15-413
November 2015

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Table of Contents
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Daily............................................................................................................................................................................2
Monthly ......................................................................................................................................................................4
Quarterly....................................................................................................................................................................7
Bi-Annually................................................................................................................................................................9
Daily Preventative Maintenance Checklist...........................................................................................................11
Monthly Preventative Maintenance Checklist .....................................................................................................11
Quarterly Preventative Maintenance Checklist ...................................................................................................12
Bi-Annually Preventative Maintenance Checklist ...............................................................................................12
IMPORTANT: Replace all panels that are removed to perform maintenance procedures. Do not operate the
washer with missing guards or with broken or missing parts. Do not bypass any safety devices.

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Daily
IMPORTANT: Check that all safety and instruction labels are on the machine. Any missing or illegible safety
and/or instruction labels should be replaced immediately.
1. Check the door lock before starting operation:
a. Attempt to start the machine with the door open. The machine
should not start with the door open.
b. Close the door and start a cycle. The DOOR light on the control
panel will be lit. If the door lock is not functioning properly,
call a service technician.
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2. Wipe the machine’s top, front and side panels clean 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 cabinet. Thoroughly rinse and dry all
surfaces after cleaning them.
IMPORTANT: Use only a damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning the
control panel. Some cleaning products may harm the finish on
the control panel.
3. Clean the wash drum as necessary. It may need rinsing or wiping
after an unusual load has been washed.
4. Clean outside of window with household window cleaner as
necessary.
5. Inspect wash drum for water leaking into drum while the washer
is off. Replace the mixing valve if required.
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Daily
6. Leave the loading door open at the end of each day to allow
moisture to evaporate.
NOTE: Unload the machine promptly after each completed
cycle to prevent moisture buildup. Leave the loading door open
after each completed cycle to allow moisture to evaporate.
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7. Check coin slide, if applicable, for ease of operation. Replace if
needed.
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1. Inspect the water fill hose connections on the back of the
machine for leaks.
IMPORTANT: Immediately replace any hose showing signs of
deterioration. All hoses should be replaced every five years.
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2. Clean the dispenser drawer. Pour hot water into the drawer,
making sure it flushes through each compartment. Use a small
brush to thoroughly clean out any residue.
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3. Check the machine for leaks:
a. Start an unloaded cycle to fill the machine.
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Monthly
b. Verify that the drain pump or drain valve is operating and that
the drain receptacle is free from obstruction.
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NOTE: Disconnect power to the machine before performing
the following procedures.
4. Make sure hose clamps are tight.
a. Remove the front panel and check the pump hose connections
for leaks.
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b. Check drain hose connection for leaks.
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c. Lift cabinet top and check inlet hose connections for leaks.
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5. Pump Models – Check the foreign object trap in the pump. Clean
debris from trap if necessary.
Gravity Drain Models – Remove hose and clean drain valve if
necessary.
NOTE: Wipe dry any excess water on the base that may have
come out during this procedure.
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6. Check the belt for uneven wear, frayed edges and proper belt
tension. Refer to the service manual for adjusting belt tension.
Call a qualified service person if belt needs replacing. Use only
authorized replacement parts.
7. Inspect door seal for damage.
8. Clean and remove foreign objects that have accumulated
between door seal and clothes guard.
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9. Clean the lint from the motor with compressed air.
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Hose
Connections
Foreign Object Trap
(Pump Models)

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Quarterly
NOTE: Disconnect power to the machine before performing the following procedures.
1. Check hardware for any loose nuts, bolts or screws.
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2. Check all painted surfaces for bare metal. If bare metal is
showing, paint it with porcelain touch-up paint (available from
the manufacturer).
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3. Clean the coin drop/slide, if applicable.
a. Coin Drop – Remove the coin drop from the washer and refer
to the service manual for cleaning instructions.

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b. Coin Slide – Check coin slide for ease of operation. If needed,
clean, dry and lubricate slide according to slide manufacturer’s
instructions.
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