Alliance Laundry Systems HF18VCV User manual

September 1999
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Operation/Programming
R2
Washer-Extractor
Cabinet Freestanding
Variable-Speed
Instructions for Operating and
Programming the V-Series
Microcomputer
Model Numbers
HF18VCV SF18VCV UF18PCV
HF25VCV SF25VCV UF25PCV
Part No. F232061

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Table of Contents
Operation/Programming
Safety
Key to Symbols ................................................ 4
Operator Safety ................................................ 5
Safe Operating Environment ............................ 6
Environmental Conditions ............................ 6
Machine Location ......................................... 7
Input and Output Services ............................ 7
AC Inverter Drive ......................................... 8
Misuse .............................................................. 8
Operation
Customer Service ............................................. 9
Machine Familiarization Guides....................... 9
Theory of Operation ......................................... 12
V-Computer .................................................. 12
Keypad .......................................................... 13
Conditions Monitored by the Computer ....... 14
Display Indications ....................................... 15
Start-Up ............................................................ 16
Opening Door ................................................... 16
Loading ............................................................ 16
Supply Dispenser ............................................. 16
Cycle Selection ................................................ 17
Cycle Execution ............................................... 17
Fill ................................................................. 17
Wash ............................................................. 18
Drain ............................................................. 18
Spin ............................................................... 18
Stop Routine ................................................. 19
Balance Detection ............................................ 19
Overtravel Limit Switch................................ 19
Test Cycle ......................................................... 19
Programming
Key Functions in Programming Mode ............ 21
Setup Mode ...................................................... 21
Degrees Displayed in Fahrenheit or
Celsius ...................................................... 22
Auxiliary Heat .............................................. 22
Setting Display to Flash “PAY” and a
Start Amount............................................. 22
Programming Start Price............................... 22
Coin 1 Denomination.................................... 23
Coin 2 Denomination.................................... 23
Cycle Count ..................................................... 23
Cycle Programming ......................................... 23
Segment Programming ................................. 23
Test Cycle......................................................... 25
Cycle Segment Charts ..................................... 27
V-Computer Standard Coin Cycles.................. 30

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Section 1
Safety
Anyone operating or servicing this machine
must follow the safety rules in this manual.
Particular attention must be paid to the
DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION
blocks which appear throughout the manual.
The following warnings are general examples
that apply to this machine. Warnings specific
to a particular operation will appear in the
manual with the discussion of that operation.
Be careful around the open door,
particularly when loading from a level
below the door. Impact with door edges
can cause personal injury. SW025
CAUTION
Dangerous voltages are present in the
electrical control box(es) and at the motor
terminals. Only qualified personnel familiar
with electrical test procedures, test
equipment, and safety precautions should
attempt adjustments and troubleshooting.
Disconnect power from the machine before
removing the control box cover, and before
attempting any service procedures. SW005
WARNING
Death or serious injury can result if children
become trapped in the machine. Do not
allow children to play on or around this
machine. Do not leave children unattended
while the machine door is open. SW001
DANGER
This machine must be installed, adjusted,
and serviced by qualified electrical
maintenance personnel familiar with the
construction and operation of this type of
machinery. They must also be familiar with
the potential hazards involved. Failure to
observe this warning may result in personal
injury and/or equipment damage, and may
void the warranty. SW004
WARNING

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The lightning flash and arrowhead within the
triangle is a warning sign indicating the
presence of dangerous voltage.
The exclamation point within the triangle is a
warning sign indicating important instructions
concerning the machine and possibly
dangerous conditions.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of
possibly dangerous chemicals. Proper
precautions should be taken when handling
corrosive or caustic materials.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of
potentially dangerous drive mechanisms
within the machine. Guards should always be
in place when the machine is in operation.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of
hot surfaces that could cause serious burns.
Stainless steel and steam lines can become
extremely hot and should not be touched.
This warning symbol indicates the presence of
possibly dangerous pinch-points. Moving
mechanical parts can crush and/or sever
body parts.
Key To Symbols
Never touch internal or external steam
pipes, connections, or components. These
surfaces can be extremely hot and will
cause severe burns. The steam must be
turned off and the pipe, connections, and
components allowed to cool before the pipe
can be touched. SW014
WARNING
Ensure that the machine is installed on a
level floor of sufficient strength and that the
recommended clearances for inspection
and maintenance are provided. Never allow
the inspection and maintenance space to
be blocked. SW020
CAUTION

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Safety
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To provide personal safety and keep the
machine in proper working order, follow all
maintenance and safety procedures presented in
this manual. If questions regarding safety arise,
contact the factory immediately.
Use factory-authorized spare parts to avoid
safety hazards.
Operator Safety
To ensure the safety of machine operators, the
following maintenance checks must be
performed daily:
1. Prior to operating the machine, verify that
all warning signs are present and legible.
Missing or illegible signs must be replaced
immediately. Make certain that spares
are available.
2. Check door interlock before starting
operation of the machine:
a. Attempt to start the machine
with the door open. The machine should
not start with the door open.
b. Close the door without locking it and
attempt to start the machine. The
machine should not start with the
door unlocked.
c. Close and lock the door and start a
cycle. Attempt to open the door while
the cycle is in progress. The door
should not open.
If the door lock and interlock are
not functioning properly, call a
service technician.
3. Do not attempt to operate the machine if
any of the following conditions are present:
a. The door does not remain securely
locked during the entire cycle.
b. Excessively high water level
is evident.
c. Machine is not connected to a
properly grounded circuit.
Do not bypass any safety devices in
the machine.
NEVER insert hands or objects into basket
until it has completely stopped. Doing so
could result in serious injury. SW012
WARNING
Never operate the machine with a bypassed
or disconnected balance system. Operating
the machine with severe out-of-balance
loads could result in personal injury and
serious equipment damage. SW039
WARNING

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Safe Operating Environment
Safe operation requires an appropriate
operating environment for both the operator
and the machine. If questions regarding safety
arise, contact the factory immediately.
Environmental Conditions
•
Ambient Temperature
. Water in the
machine will freeze at temperatures
of 32° F or below.
Temperatures above 120° F (50° C) will
result in more frequent motor overheating
and, in some cases, malfunction or
premature damage to solid state devices
that are used in some models. Special
cooling devices may be necessary.
Water pressure switches are affected by
increases and decreases in temperature.
Every 25° F (10° C) change in temperature
will have a 1% effect on the water level.
•
Humidity
. Relative humidity above 90%
may cause the machine’s electronics or
motors to malfunction or may trip the
ground fault interrupter. Corrosion
problems may occur on some metal
components in the machine.
If the relative humidity is below 30%,
belts and rubber hoses may eventually
develop dry rot. This condition can result
in hose leaks, which may cause safety
hazards external to the machine in
conjunction with adjacent electrical
equipment.
•
Ventilation
. The need for make-up air
openings for such laundry room
accessories as dryers, ironers, water
heaters, etc., must be evaluated
periodically. Louvers, screens, or other
separating devices may reduce the
available air opening significantly.
•
Radio Frequency Emissions
. A filter is
available for machines in installations
where floor space is shared with
equipment sensitive to radio
frequency emissions.
•
Elevation
.If the machine is to be operated
at elevations of over 3,280 feet (1,000
meters) above sea level, pay special
attention to water levels and electronic
settings (particularly temperature) or
desired results may not be achieved.
•
Chemicals
. Keep stainless steel surfaces
free of chemical residues.
•
Water Damage
.Do not spray the machine
with water. Short circuiting and serious
damage may result. Repair immediately all
seepage due to faulty gaskets, etc.
Do not place volatile or flammable fluids
in any machine. Do not clean the machine
with volatile or flammable fluids such as
acetone, lacquer thinners, enamel reducers,
carbon tetrachloride, gasoline, benzene,
naptha, etc. Doing so could result in serious
personal injury and/or damage to
the machine. SW002
DANGER

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Safety
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Safe Operating Environment
(Continued)
Machine Location
•
Foundation
. The concrete floor must be of
sufficient strength and thickness to handle
the floor loads generated by the high
extract speeds of the machine.
•
Service/Maintenance Space
. Provide
sufficient space to allow comfortable
performance of service procedures and
routine preventive maintenance.
This is especially important in connection
with machines equipped with an AC
inverter drive.
Consult installation instructions for
specific details.
Input and Output Services
•
Water Pressure
. Best performance will be
realized if water is provided at a pressure
of 30–85 psi (2.0–5.7 bar). Although the
machine will function properly at lower
pressure, increased fill times will occur.
Water pressure higher than 100 psi
(6.7 bar) may result in damage to machine
plumbing. Component failure(s) and
personal injury could result.
•
Steam Heat (Optional) Pressure
. Best
performance will be realized if steam is
provided at a pressure of 30–80 psi
(2.0–5.4 bar). Steam pressure higher than
125 psi (8.5 bar) may result in damage
to steam components and may cause
personal injury.
For machines equipped with optional
steam heat, install piping in accordance
with approved commercial steam
practices. Failure to install the supplied
steam filter may void the warranty.
•
Compressed Air
. For machines requiring
compressed air service, best performance
will be realized if air is provided at a
pressure of 80–100 psi (5.4–6.7 bar).
•
Drainage System
. Provide drain lines or
troughs large enough to accommodate the
total number of gallons that could be
dumped if all machines on the site
drained at the same time from the highest
attainable level. If drain troughs are used,
they should be covered to support light
foot traffic.
•
Power
. For personal safety and for proper
operation, the machine must be grounded
in accordance with state and local codes.
The ground connection must be to a
proven earth ground, not to conduit or
water pipes. Do not use fuses in place of
the circuit breaker. An easy-access cutoff
switch should be provided.
Replace all panels that are removed to
perform service and maintenance
procedures. Do not operate the machine
with missing guards or with broken or
missing parts. Do not bypass any
safety devices. SW019
CAUTION

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Always disconnect power and water supplies
before a service technician performs any
service procedure. Where applicable, steam
and/or compressed air supplies should also be
disconnected before service is performed.
AC Inverter Drive
Machines equipped with the AC inverter drive
require special attention with regard to the
operating environment.
•An especially dusty or linty environment
will require more frequent cleaning of the
AC inverter drive cooling fan filter and of
the AC inverter drive itself.
•Power line fluctuations from sources such
as uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
can adversely affect machines equipped
with the AC inverter drive. Proper
suppression devices should be utilized on
the incoming power to the machine to
avoid problems.
•A clean power supply free from voltage
spikes and surges is absolutely essential for
machines equipped with the AC inverter
drive. Nonlinear inconsistencies (peaks and
valleys) in the power supply can cause
the AC inverter drive to generate
nuisance errors.
If voltage is above 230V for 200V
installations or above 440V for 400V
installations, a buckboost transformer is
recommended. If voltage is above 240 or
480, a buckboost transformer is required.
•Sufficient space to perform service
procedures and routine preventive
maintenance is especially important for
machines equipped with the AC
inverter drive.
Misuse
Never use this machine for any purpose other
than washing fabric.
•Never wash petroleum-soaked rags in the
machine. This could result in an explosion.
•Never wash machine parts or automotive
parts in the machine. This could result in
serious damage to the basket.
•Never allow children to play on or around
this machine. Death or serious injury can
result if children become trapped in the
machine. Do not leave children unattended
while the machine door is open. These
cautions apply to animals as well.
Ensure that a ground wire from a proven
earth ground is connected to the ground lug
near the input power block on this machine.
Without proper grounding, personal injury
from electric shock could occur and machine
malfunctions may be evident. SW008
WARNING

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Section 2
Operation
This manual is designed as a guide to
operating and programming the 18-pound
and 25-pound capacity cabinet freestanding
washer-extractors equipped with the
V-computer and AC inverter drive. The
models covered by this manual are designed
for use in coin laundries.
The manuals, installation instructions, and
wiring diagrams which accompany the
machine have been included with the machine
at no charge. Additional copies are available at
a nominal charge.
Note: Read this manual thoroughly before
attempting to operate the machine or program
the microcomputer.
Note: Do not use this manual in conjunction
with earlier model computer-controlled
machines. Do not use technical literature
intended for earlier models when operating
this machine.
Note: All information, illustrations, and
specifications contained in this manual are
based on the latest product information
available at the time of printing. We reserve
the right to make changes at any time
without notice.
Customer Service
If literature or replacement parts are
required, contact the source from whom
the machine was purchased or contact Alliance
Laundry Systems LLC at [phone] for
the name and address of the nearest authorized
parts distributor.
For technical assistance, call any of the
following numbers:
[phone]
[phone]
Marianna, Florida
[phone]
Ripon, Wisconsin
A record of each machine is on file with
the manufacturer. Always provide the
machine’s serial number and model
number when ordering parts or when seeking
technical assistance.
Machine Familiarization Guides
The machine familiarization guides in Figures
1 and 2 provide front and rear views of the
washer-extractor and identify the major
operational features of the machine.

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Figure 1
®
MA019K
Supply Dispenser V-Computer Keypad
Coin Meter
Door Handle
Door Unlock
Button
Door
Control Panel
Top Cover
Outer Front Panel
Door Glass
Inner Front Panel
Front View MA019K

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Figure 2
MA018K
AC Drive Cooling Fan Filter
Power Connection
Cold Water Inlet
Hot Water Inlet
Steam Inlet
(Optional)
Vent
Drain Outlet
Rear Panel Vacuum
Breaker
Rear View MA018K

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Theory of Operation
The design of the machine emphasizes
performance reliability and long service life.
The cylinder, shell, and main body panels are
fabricated of stainless steel.
The machine uses one motor to drive the
cylinder via a V-belt drive in all speeds.
A door-lock system prevents opening of the
stainless steel door when water is in the
machine. It also prevents operation of the
machine when the door is open.
An electrically operated drain valve is used
to retain the water and wash solution in the
machine during the wash and fill steps.
The drain valve closes when power is applied
and opens when power is removed, allowing
the machine to drain in the event of a
power failure.
The cylinder is designed with lifters or ribs
that lift the garments from the wash solution
when the cylinder rotates at slow speed and
allow the garments to tumble back into the
solution. The cylinder is perforated, allowing
the water to pass through and drain from
within during the wash process and extract.
Electrical controls for the machine are housed
in a separate enclosure located underneath the
top cover of the machine.
The machine uses an AC inverter drive control
which provides four motor speeds using a
single motor. The solid state output board
converts motor logic from the V-computer to
the correct signals for the AC inverter drive.
The AC inverter drive uses special balance
detection software in conjunction with the
V-computer to prevent out-of-balance
conditions. When the AC drive detects an
unbalanced load at the end of a drain step, the
computer will make up to seven attempts to
balance the load.
The operator can select from among 10
preprogrammed
cycles and program up to six for a total of 16
cycles available. A special permanent test
cycle can be selected to verify proper
operation of the machine.
V-Computer
The V-computer control is a programmable
solid-state control capable of storing and
running up to 16 cycles. A detailed
description of these cycles can be found in
the Programming section of this manual.
If this machine’s computer has been equipped
with special preprogrammed cycles, a separate
insert listing these cycles has been included in
the resealable plastic bag which contained
this manual.
Note: Never turn the power off while the
computer mode switch is in the PROGRAM
position. Such action will disorder portions of
the programmed data, necessitating
reprogramming of some or all of the existing
cycles. Always return themode switch to RUN
position before turning the power off.

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Operation
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Keypad
Operation of the V-computer control is
performed with a 4-key touch keypad and LED
display located on the front of the machine.
See Figure 3.
Figure 3
The following table describes the function of
the individual keys when the machine is in
RUN mode.
Medium Water
Level
High Water
Level
Out-of-Balance
Condition
Low
Water
Level
Keypad
Key Description
Up Used in cycle selection; pressing this key
moves among cycles from smaller to greater.
Down Used in cycle selection; pressing this key
moves among cycles from greater to smaller.
Start Used to start a cycle.
Stop This key is not active in normal RUN mode.
In RUN mode,it is used only for stopping the
test cycle.

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Theory of Operation (Continued)
Conditions Monitored
by the Computer
•Door–The computer continuously
monitors the open/locked status of the
door. If it detects that the door is open
during a wash cycle, it immediately aborts
the cycle and executes the stop routine.
•Power–If power is interrupted long
enough for the computer to go off, after
the power is restored, the display briefly
flashes “Hold” to indicate the interruption.
The door unlock will be disabled to keep
the door from being opened while the
basket is still turning.
•Balance–The computer monitors the
balance signal provided by the AC drive
during drain steps. It will attempt to
optimize the load seven times before
skipping the programmed spin for the
extract step. The dot at the top of the
leftmost display digit will light following
the final unsuccessful attempt.
•Water level–The computer attempts to
maintain the water level programmed for
the fill preceding the agitation step. If the
level falls below the programmed level,the
computer will stop the time countdown
and re-energize the fill valves until the
level is restored.
•Water level in a heat step–In order for
the computer to energize the heat output,
there must be at least a low water level in
the machine. If this minimum level is not
detected, the heat output will be turned off
until the required level is restored.
•Temperature probe problem–If the
temperature sensor fails when prompted
for degrees Fahrenheit, the computer
flashes “tSFL” in PROGRAM mode rather
than showing the temperature. If the
temperature sensor fails when prompted
for degrees Celsius, the display will read
“-17C” rather than showing the
temperature.
The following table, entitled “Display
Indications,” lists the various displays and
what they mean. The operator should become
familiar with these computer displays.

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Display Indications
Display Meaning Display Meaning
FC 5 Program identification code (ROM). This
is an example only. HFIL Hot fill
Lo Low water level
Hold Wait...power has just been turned on. ned Medium water level
PAY/(price)* Pay (flashes alternately with start price if
“FLSH” SETUP option is enabled) HI High water level
SUP0 No supplies
CY Cycle (followed by two-digit number) SUP1 Supply 1
tESt/CYC* Test cycle selected. SUP2 Supply 2
FAr Degrees Fahrenheit SUP3 Supply 3
CEL Degrees Celsius SUP5 Supply 5 (Supply 1 and 2)
Heat Auxiliary heat enabled. SUP6 Supply 6 (Supply 2 and 3)
noHt Auxiliary heat disabled. drAI/dISt* Distribution (load balancing before extract)
FLSH Flashing vend price enabled. drAI/For* Drain step (low speed forward in test
cycle)
nFLS Flashing vend price disabled. SPIn/tInE* Reads “SPIn” for one second, then
“tInE” followed by time for spin.
Strt/Ant* Start amount—flashes briefly before
showing vend price in SETUP mode SdLY Spin coast delay
Con1/deno* Coin 1 value—flashes briefly before
showing value of coin 1 in SETUP mode STOP Stop routine
donE Cycle and stop routine have ended.
Con2/deno* Coin 2 value—flashes briefly before
showing value of coin 2 in SETUP mode HI 1 Low spin in test cycle.
HI 2 High spin in test cycle.
PrE Prewash segment (1st of 8 segments) bAL/FAIL* Balance routine failed during test cycle.
UASH Wash segment (2nd of 8 segments) SHUT/door* Door not properly closed.
FIL1 First fill (3rd of 8 segments) CANt/OPEN* Computer cannot unlock door after five
attempts.
FIL2 Second fill (4th of 8 segments)
FIL3 Third fill (5th of 8 segments) FILL/STOP* Programmed water level not reached after
30 minutes.
FIL4 Fourth fill (6th of 8 segments)
FIL5 Fifth fill (7th of 8 segments) FULL The computer detects low water level or
higher when none should be present.
FIL6 Sixth fill (8th of 8 segments)
AFIL Auxiliary fill dFLt Drive fault detected.
bFIL Warm fill (both hot and cold)
tSFL Temperature sensor failure or temperature
out of range.
CFIL Cold fill
bLCH Add bleach
*Display indications separated by a slash represent an alternating display.

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Start-Up
Turn on the main power source (circuit breaker
or cut-off switch on the wall).
The display shows an identification code for
approximately five seconds. The display then
flashes “hold” briefly.
The display then shows the vend price or
alternately flashes the vend price and “PAY,”
depending upon which setting was prompted
in the “FLSH”/“nFLS” setup option.
Opening Door
Press the round button on the door handle and
turn the door handle downward.
Loading
Load the machine to full capacity whenever
possible, but do not exceed the rated dry-
weight capacity of the machine if the fabric to
be washed is quite dense, closely woven, and
heavily soiled. Overloading can result in an
inferior wash. The operator may need to
experiment to determine load size based on
fabric content, soil content, and level of
cleanliness required.
Partial loads are a waste of energy, water, and
chemicals, and cause greater machine wear
than full loads. Partial loads also increase the
possibility of a severe out-of-balance
condition.
When loading is complete, ensure that all
fabric is inside the basket. Then close and
lock the door by rotating the door handle
counterclockwise until the door handle
pushbutton pops out. The machine should not
start or run unless the door is both closed
and locked.
Note: When washing items which may
disintegrate, such as mop heads or sponges,
use laundry net bags to prevent drain blockage.
Supply Dispenser
Both liquid and powder supplies may be added
by raising the flexible cover of the dispenser.
Be careful around the open door,
particularly when loading from a level
below the door. Impact with door edges
can cause personal injury. SW025
CAUTION
Never operate the machine with a bypassed
or disconnected balance system. Operating
the machine with severe out-of-balance
loads could result in personal injury and
serious equipment damage. SW039
WARNING
Check the door safety interlock daily before
the machine is placed in operation. SW024
CAUTION

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Cycle Selection
Note: Press keys at their centers just hard
enough to activate them.
As coins are inserted in the coin meter slot, the
display shows the remaining amount to start. It
will continue to count down until the start
price is satisfied.
Once the amount to start is satisfied, the
display will read “CYxx” where “xx”
represents a cycle number. Press the Up or
Down key until the desired cycle number is
displayed. Press the Start key to start the
cycle. For a more detailed description of the
preprogrammed cycles, see the cycle charts at
the end of the Programming section.
Note: If the coin meter is equipped with a coin
blocking coil, the machine must be loaded and
the door closed before coins can be added. The
meter will not accept coins until these two
conditions are met.
If the computer detects that the door is not
properly closed when the Start key is pressed,
the display will alternately read “SHUT” and
“door.” Verify that the door is properly
closed, and press Start again to begin the
desired cycle.
Cycle Execution
To display the temperature of the water while a
cycle is running, press the Up key. To display
the number of the cycle in progress, press the
Start key.
Note: The computer does not count down the
remaining cycle time during fills and drains or
prior to first achieving the programmed heat
temperature when heating. The computer
resumes counting down cycle time once the
programmed fill level is reached, when the
machine has drained, and after a programmed
heat temperature is reached.
Each of the 16 cycles consists of eight
segments: Prewash, Wash, and Fills 1–6. A
description of the various steps in a cycle
segment follows:
Fill
After the Start key is pressed, the door locks,
the drain closes, and the machine begins filling
to the programmed level. Each programmed
segment begins with a fill. The display counts
down the remaining cycle time in minutes and
seconds while the cycle is running, except as
noted above.
If a supply is programmed in a step, the
supply dispenser will flush during the fill of
that segment. If the programmed supply is
supply 2 (“sup 2”), the display will flash
“bLCH” alternately with the cycle time while
supply 2 is on. This signals the user to
manually add liquid bleach in the middle
supply dispenser compartment.
Note: If the computer does not detect the
programmed water level after attempting to fill
to that level for 30 minutes, the display will
flash “FILL”/“STOP” while sounding the
buzzer briefly. The computer will then abort
the cycle. This indicates a serious problem.
Contact a qualified service technician.

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Cycle Execution (Continued)
Wash
As soon as water level is reached (and any
programmed temperature is reached), the
displayed time begins counting down at
one-second intervals.
The machine will agitate low speed forward,
pause, low speed reverse, pause, then repeat
this sequence for the programmed time. The
table below shows available agitation options.
Note: If the water does not reach the
programmed temperature in 30 minutes, the
computer will proceed with the cycle. (The
time countdown will resume as though
temperature had been reached, but the
computer will continue heating).
Drain
The drain valve will open after the programmed
segment time has elapsed. The cylinder will
turn counterclockwise (forward) at wash speed
while in the drain step. This counterclockwise
direction mirrors the spin rotation and is,
therefore, also considered forward.
The cylinder accelerates to distribution speed
seven seconds into the drain step. About five
seconds later, the drain opens.
Note: The machine should drain in
30 seconds. If the machine fails to drain,
contact a qualified service technician.
Spin
Spin steps for all segments except Fill 6 are
low-speed spins. These spin steps are called
intermediate spins. For cycles 1–14, the spin
step for the Fill 6 segment is the final spin and
is thus a high-speed spin. For cycles 15 and 16
(gentle cycles), the final spin is always a
low-speed spin.
Intermediate spin steps can be 30 to 240
seconds in length. Final spin steps can be from
1 to 10 minutes in length. Any spin step can be
skipped by programming 0 for the spin time.
However, in order to have a high speed spin in
the Fill 6 segment, a nonzero time must be
programmed for that segment.
Note: An automatic 25-second coastdown
follows all spins. This does not add to the cycle
time because the fill for next segment begins
during the coastdown.
If the cycle program segment spin time is set to
zero, the computer moves to the next segment
of the cycle program. If the segment is at the
end of a cycle program, the computer goes into
the stop routine.
Agitation Action Options
Agitation Type Description
Normal
12 seconds forward,
3 seconds pause,
12 seconds reverse,
3 seconds pause
Gentle*
3 seconds forward,
12 seconds pause,
3 seconds reverse,
12 seconds pause
* Gentle agitation information must be programmed
in cylces 15 and 16.