Amana ALW990EAC User manual

Owner's Manual
Electronic Control
Top Loading Washer
Keep instructions for future reference. Be sure
manual stays with washer.
Contents
ImportantSafetyInformation..................3
Introduction ...........................................4
Dispensers............................................5
Starting the Wash .................................6
How to Use Options ..............................7
Display..................................................8
Features,Hints, and Care .....................9
MovingandStorage .............................10
Troubleshooting................................... 11
SpecialCareItems ..............................13
WashingConcerns..............................14
LaundryAids .......................................15
Warranty ........................ See back cover

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Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels
DANGER
!
DANGER—Immediatehazards whichWILL result in severepersonal injury
ordeath.
WARNING
!
WARNING—Hazards orunsafe practices whichCOULD resultin severe
personalinjury or death.
CAUTION
!
CAUTION—Hazards orunsafe practices whichCOULD result in minor
personalinjury or product orproperty damage.
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.
Please take the time to complete the registration card and return promptly. If
registrationcard is missing, call Amana Consumer AffairsDepartment. When
contactingAmana,provide product information fromserialplate found onlower
righthand corner ofinner lid:
ModelNumber __________________________________
Manufacturing(P)Number_________________________
SerialNumber(S/N)______________________________
PurchaseDate__________________________________
DealerName ___________________________________
DealerAddress _________________________________
DealerPhone___________________________________
Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place for
futurereferenceorif warranty serviceisrequired.
Foranswers to questionsor to locate an authorizedservicer, call 1-800-NAT-
LSVC(1-800-628-5782)insideUSA or 319-622-5511outsideUSA.Warranty
servicemust be performedby an authorizedservicer. Amana Appliancesalso
recommendscontactingan authorized servicerifservice is requiredafter
warrantyexpires.
For more information on this and other Amana
products, visit our Web site
www.amana.com
or
call Consumer Affairs Department at
1-800-843-0304
Asure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 1-
800-528-2682 for information.
Parts and Accessories
Purchase replacement parts and
additional accessories by phone.
To order accessories for yourAmana
product, call 1-800-843-0304 inside
USA or 319-622-5511 outside USA.
Save Time and Money
If something seems unusual, please
check “Trouble Shooting” section,
which is designed to help you solve
problems before calling service. If you
have a question, write or call us
(include model number and phone
number) at:
ConsumerAffairs DepartmentAmana
Appliances
2800 - 220th Trail
Amana, Iowa 52204
Ph# 1-800-843-0304
Thank you for buying an Amana washer!

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Important Safety Information
WARNING
!
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury, or death when using your
washer, follow these basic precautions: 17. Use only fabric softeners or
products to eliminate static that
areappropriate for automatic
washers.
18. Keep your washer in good
condition.Bumping or dropping
washercan damage safety
features.If damageoccurs,
havewasher checked by
qualifiedservice technician.
19.Replace worn power cords and/
or loose plugs.
20. Loading door must be closed
wheneverwasheris agitating or
spinning. Do not bypass loading
door switch by permitting
washerto operate with loading
dooropen.
21.Always read and follow
manufacturer’sinstructions on
packagesof laundry and
cleaningaids. Heedall
warningsor precautions. To
reduce risk of poisoning or
chemical burns, keep products
away from children at all times,
preferably, in a locked cabinet.
22.Neveroperate washer with
guardsand/orpanelsremoved.
23.Do not operate washer with
missing or broken parts.
24. Do not bypass safety devices.
1. Readall instructions before
usingwasher.
2. Be sure washer is properly
grounded.
3. Do not wash articles that have
been cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in, or spotted with
gasoline,dry-cleaning solvents,
orother flammable orexplosive
substances. Vapors could
igniteor explode.
4. Do not add gasoline, dry-
cleaningsolvents, or other
flammableorexplosive
substances to wash water.
Vapors could ignite or explode.
5. Do not store or use gasoline or
otherflammablevaporsand
liquids near this or any other
appliance.
6. Do not allow children to play on
orin washer. Close supervision
of children is necessary when
washer is used near children, a
safety rule for all appliances.
7. Beforewasherisremoved from
serviceordiscarded,remove
doorto washingcompartment.
8. Do not reach into washer if
washtub is moving.
9. Do not install or store washer
where it will be exposed to
waterand/orweather.
10. Do not tamper with washer
controls.
11. Do not repair or replace any part
ofwasher or attempt any service,
unlessspecifically recommended
inuser-maintenance instructions
orin published user-repair
instructions that you understand
and have skills to carry out.
12. To reduce risk of electric shock
or fire, do not use extension
cords or adapters to connect
washerto electricalpower
source.
13. Use your washer only for its
intendedpurpose:non-
commercial clothes washing.
14. Alwaysdisconnectwasher from
electricalsupply before
attemptingany service.
Disconnectpower cordby
grasping the plug, not the cord.
15. Installwasheraccording to
Installation Instructions. All
connectionsfor water,drain,
electricalpower,andgrounding
must comply with local codes
and be made by licensed
personnelwhenrequired.
16. To reduce risk of fire, do not use
washerto launder clothes which
havetraces of any flammable
substance,such as vegetable
oil, cooking oil, machine oil,
flammablechemicals, thinner,
etc., or anything containing wax
or chemicals, such as mops and
cleaning cloths. Flammable
substances may cause fabric to
catch fire by itself.
Save These Instructions

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12
REGULAR
PERM
PRESS
DELICATE
HAND
WASH
STOP
CANCEL
FAVORITE
CYCLE
KNITS
START
SPINONLY
WARM
RINSE
DOUBLE
WASH
DELAY START
(0-24 HRS)
SOAK
SAVE
CUSTOM
SETTINGS
CYCLE
ADVANCE
SIGNAL
VOLUME
EXTRA
RINSE
RINSE/SPIN
WASH
39
HEAVY
LIGHT
HOT
COLD
LARGE
SMALL
WASH
39
HEAVY
LIGHT
HOT
COLD
LARGE
SMALL
Introduction
If These
Controls are
Different from
Yours
The control descriptions are
intended to show the variety of
features that are available in the
product line. If your washer does
not have all the options that are
shown, it is not a mistake. The
information provided applies to
several of the available models.
1
2
3
4
5
7
610 11
819 20 21
13 14 15
16
17
18
1 REGULAR*
Use for colorfast and sturdy white
fabrics, heavily-soiled fabrics, and
diapers.
2 PERM PRESS*
Use for permanent press and
synthetic fabrics such as polyester
pants.
3 KNIT*
Use for knit fabrics such as
sweaters and afghans.
4 DELICATE*
Use for delicate fabrics like
lingerie.
5 HAND WASH*
Use for garments that are
generally washed by hand, such as
silks and nylon.
6 FAVORITE CYCLE
Allows user to activate
customized settings for special or
frequently washed loads.
7 START
Starts washer with one-touch
action.
8 STOP/CANCEL
Stops washer mid-cycle with one
touch and will return to original
settings when started.
* Cycles can use either factory
preset or a customized version
of cycle user has programmed.
9 WASH TIME
Allows user to change agitation
time for cycles. Increases wash
time in one-minute intervals.
As time increases, number of
bars activated in dress symbol
increase.
10 WATER LEVEL
Allows user to adjust water
level to match size of load.
Five options are available;
small, medium/small, medium,
large, and super plus. As water
level increases, light bars will
rise within tub symbol.
11 WASH TEMP.
Allows water temperature to
be changed up to end of 'fill'
portion of cycle. As
temperature increases,
thermometer display bars rise
within symbol.
12 DELAY START
Option allows a delay starting
washer from 15 minutes to 24
hours.
13 SOAK
Allows a period to soak clothes
with another selected cycle, or
to be used alone as a soaking
only period. Useful for heavily
soiled or stained garments.
14 SAVE CUSTOM SETTINGS
Allows user to save customized
cycle different from factory preset.
15 CYCLE ADVANCE
Allows user to advance to a specific
activity within cycle (i.e. SPIN, or
RINSE), or shorten cycle if
desired. Pressing pad decreases
cycle time in one-minute
increments.
16 SIGNAL VOLUME
Allows user to select one of four
volume levels, including sound
being turned off.
17 EXTRA RINSE
Provides another rinse cycle to
thoroughly rinse clothes of soap
and other detergents. Good for
baby clothes or people with
sensitive skin.
18 RINSE/SPIN
Provides an independent 7-minute
cold rinse/spin cycle for objects not
requiring agitation cycle, like
lingerie or items not to be used in a
dryer. Only water level is
changeable with this cycle.
19 DOUBLE WASH
Can only be used with only
REGULAR or PERM
PRESS cycles. Setting allows
for programmed wash cycle
to wash and agitate clothes
twice. Useful for heavily
soiled or stained fabrics.
20 WARM RINSE
Used with REGULAR cycle
only .Changes rinse water
temperature from preset
factory setting of cold, to
warm.
21 SPIN ONLY
Provides an independent
7-minute high-speed,
spin-only cycle for wringing
out garments like towels, and
items not to be used in a
dryer.
Wash time
indicator
Shows time.
When a cycle is
selected, it
shows agitation
time. After cycle
is started, it
shows total wash
time or delayed
start timer. Water level indicator
(machine default LARGE)
Tub symbol indicates how much water is being used. If tub
is fully-lit, largest water setting is being used. If the lowest
bar is lit, least amount of water is being used.
Wash agitation level indicator
(machine default medium)
Shows agitation time selected for cycle.
Bottom bar indicates less time for agitation.
A fully lit icon indicates longest agitation
time chosen.
Water temperature indicator
(machine default warm)
Indicates water temperature used for
cycle. If bottom fraction of icon is lit,
coldest setting is used. If icon is fully
lit with red tip, then the hottest
temperature is being used.
Cycle status
Shows status of wash
cycle (WASH, RINSE,
SPIN,SOAK,
or DELAYED START)
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Dispensers
Fabric Softener
Dispenser
Fabricsoftener dispenser is
locatedon top of agitator.
Dispenserautomatically releases
liquidfabric softener atproper 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 DOUBLEWASH
cycle.
• Do not mix powdered detergent
with liquid softener in dispenser or
softener will become gummy.
• To prevent build-up, fill dispenser
with clean water in wash cycles
when not using softener.
Fabric
softener
dispenser
To use dispenser, follow these steps:
1. Pourliquid fabric softenerinto dispenser,using amountrecommended
onpackage.
2. 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™Wonder Soap or Ivory™soap, or rub stain with bar of Sard™or
Ivory™soapandwash garment as usual.
• Forbest softenerperformance, setwater level to medium or higher.
Bleach Dispenser
Bleach dispenser is located in left
frontcornerunderloadingdoor.
Bleach
dispenser
Use only liquid bleach in
dispenser. To use powdered
bleach, add to wash tub with
detergent.
Carefullypourrecommendedamount
ofbleach into dispenserduring first
washerfill. See table.
Be careful not to spill undiluted
bleach. It is a strong chemical and
candamage cabinet finishesand
somefabrics if not properly diluted.
Followbleachmanufacturer’slabel for
properuse.
LOAD SIZE BLEACH
(Max Amt.)
SUPER PLUS 1 cup
LARGE 1 cup
MEDIUM 3/4cup
MEDIUM/SMALL ½ cup
SMALL ½ cup
Housing
base
3. Clean softener dispenser after each use.
Removedispenser housing fromagitator by
squeezinglower part of dispenser and
pullingup onhousing. Housingshould
snap loose. Rinse dispenser housing,
dispensercup (notshown), and
housing base, in hot soapy water.
Clean inside of agitator. Use small brush on hole
andslots in two funnel rings for thorough cleaning.
After cleaning, replace housing base and dispenser cup. Push
dispenser housing directly down onto top of housing base until base
andhousing firmlysnap together.
Dispenser
housing

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REGULAR
PERM
PRESS
DELICATE
HAND
WASH
KNITS
Starting the Wash
1. Prepare clothes for washing
For best wash results:
• Removeitems frompockets andcuffs
• Close zippers and fasteners; mend rips and tears
• Sort items into separate loads
• Pre-treatstains and heavily soiled areas
2. Select wash cycle
Press a cycle pad to select the appropriate cycle for your wash load. The
display will glow and show the preset agitation time. For best results when
cleaning heavily soiled items, use longer agitation time, up to 18 minutes
maximum. Lightly soiled items require less wash time.
3. Adjust settings
You can change the wash time, water level,
or water temperature to match the load you
arewashing.
4. Press OPTIONS pad, if desired
See How to Use Options on page 7.
5. Press START pad to begin
Water fill begins. Total wash time displays.
Measure and add detergent to washtub. Add fabric softener to dispenser
Useonlydetergentrecommended for top-loadingwashers.
SeeDISPENSERS section forhelp with fabric softener.
Add clothing to water in washtub
•Clothes should fill wash tub but should not be packed. Loosely fill tub with
clothes no higher than top row of holes. Items must move freely through
wash/rinse water. Adjust WATER LEVEL, if needed.
Close washer lid
Washer will not operate when lid is open.
6. To stop or cancel a cycle.
• Press the STOP/CANCEL pad once to pause an
active cycle. The wash time will flash. To resume
the cycle press the START pad.
• To cancel a cycle press the STOP /CANCEL pad twice.
FAVORITE CYCLE
Press this pad to use saved settings.
To save a cycle:
• Select the cycle
• Select desired WASH TIME,WASH
LEVEL, andWASH TEMP.
• Choose desired OPTIONS.
• Press the SAVECUSTOM
SETTINGS pad to save the favorite
cycle into memory.
To begin your favorite cycle that has
been saved, press the FAVORITE
CYCLE pad and the START pad. If you
wish the cycle chosen to return to the
factory preset, press the specified cycle
pad again.
If a favorite cycle is not saved into
memory the washer will display the
REGULAR cycle preset factory settings
when the FAVORITE CYCLE pad is
pressed.
The customized cycle will stay in
memory until another customized cycle
is programmed. If your unit is
unplugged or power has been lost,
settings will need to be reprogrammed.
7-18 minutes
agitation time
5-16 minutes
agitation time
6-13 minutes
agitation time
5-12 minutes
agitation time
(gentle agitation speed)
5-12 minutes
agitation time
(ultra-gentle agitation
speed) START
STOP
CANCEL

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How to Use Options
SPIN ONLY
Press pad once to program a
7-minute spin cycle. Cycle settings
cannot be altered. Press the START
pad to begin.
WARM RINSE
The WARM RINSE selection can only
be used in conjunction with the warm
water setting.
To use WARM RINSE:
• Select REGULAR cycle.
• Select warm water temperature by
pressing WASH TEMP pad
accordingly.
• Press WARM RINSE pad.
• Press START pad.
DOUBLE WASH
Only to be used with PERM PRESS
or REGULAR settings.
• Select either PERM PRESS or
REGULAR settings.
• Select DOUBLE WASH option pad.
• Press START pad.
To deliver extra detergent for second
wash:
• 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.
DELAY START
To use DELAY START option:
• Select start time. Each press of pad
will increase timer by 15 minutes up
to one hour, then one hour at a time
up to 24.
• Add detergent and/or softener with
clothes.
• Press START to begin timer.
A 'Delay Start' message will be on
display until wash begins. If a number
of hours are selected, the message
HOURS will flash beneath time on
display until time has cycled down to
starting time. Settings cannot be
altered once the settings are in
place. DELAY START is cancelled by
pressing STOP/CANCEL.
SOAK
To use SOAK option alone:
• Press the SOAK pad to select this
option. The bars will light up in the
dress symbol and the display will
indicate the wash time.
• Press the CYCLE ADVANCE pad
to increase the length of soak time
up to 36 minutes.
To choose SOAK option to allow 10-
minute soak period within REGULAR
or PERM PRESS cycle:
• Select REGULAR or PERM
PRESS cycle
• Press SOAK option pad.
RINSE/SPIN
To use this option:
• Press RINSE/SPIN option pad to
allow for a 5-minute cold rinse/
5-minute spin cycle.
• Adjust WATER LEVEL if desired
(this is the only setting adjustable
for this option).
• Press START pad to begin.
EXTRA RINSE
This option can be used with other
options, except SOAK, SPIN ONLY,
and RINSE/SPIN:
• Select cycle choice.
• Press EXTRA RINSE option pad.
• Select another
OPTIONS pad, if
desired–
see limitations under
header.
• Press START pad.
Rinse will be with cold water unless
WARM RINSE is selected with
EXTRA RINSE.
You may add an extra rinse to a cycle
until the first rinse fill is completed.
SIGNAL VOLUME
The pad has three volume settings:
Pressing pad once: soft
Pressing pad twice: medium
Pressing pad 3 times: loudest
To turn signal off:
• Press pad once beyond the highest
volume setting. The SIGNAL
VOLUME pad light will go out,
indicating sound is off.
The signal volume selected for a
previous cycle will remain the same
until it is changed or turned off.
CYCLE ADVANCE
To pause a cycle and advance the
cycle to a specific stage within a
running cycle (i.e. SPIN, RINSE, etc.):
• Press CYCLE ADVANCE pad until
desired stage lights up at top of
display.
• Press START pad to begin cycle.
To shorten cycle time within a running
cycle:
• Press CYCLE ADVANCE pad to
drop wash time down one minute at
a time. Hold pad down to reduce
time quickly.
• When desired time is reached,
press START pad to begin cycle.
SAVE CUSTOM
SETTINGS
One custom setting may be saved to
each
SELECT CYCLE choice, but
only one may be saved at any given
time.
To program setting:
• Select cycle.
• Program adjustable settings (i.e.
WATER LEVEL, WASH TIME,
etc.).
• Choose options, if desired.
• Press SAVE CUSTOM SETTINGS
pad.
• Setting may be activated by
pressing FAVORITE CYCLE pad
and then START pad.
Settings will be saved as long as
electrical power to washer is
maintained, or until another cycle is
customized. Pressing cycle button
again will return settings to factory
preset.

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Display
The dress symbol on display indicates how much agitation time has been
selected. If bottom section of dress is activated, the minimal amount of time
has been selected for that cycle. If all bars inside dress have been
activated, then maximum amount of agitation time has been selected. See
chart below for agitation times.
CYCLE 1st BAR 2nd BAR* 3rd BAR 4th BAR
REGULAR 7-9 min. 10-12 min. 13-15 min. 16-18 min.
PERM.
PRESS 5-7 min. 8-10 min. 11-13 min. 14-16 min.
KNIT 6-7 min. 8-9 min. 10-11 min. 12-13 min.
DELICATE 5-6 min. 7-8 min. 9-10 min. 11-12 min.
HANDWASH 5-6 min 7-8 min. 9-10 min. 11-12 min.
Status Words
Words will display to tell you what
your washer is doing.
The numbers show time.
When a cycle is selected
they show agitation time.
After the START pad is
selected, they will show the total
wash time or count down time for a
delayed start.
WASH displays when the clothes
are being agitated.
RINSE displays when the clothes are
being rinsed.
SPIN displays when the tub is
spinning to remove the water.
SOAK displays when the washer is
paused or the clothes are soaking.
DELAYED START displays when
the washer is set for a delayed start.
Error Signals
If an invalid selection is chosen, the two-digit display will indicate “Er” and
the lowest volume signal will sound. The control will then display what was
previouslydisplayed before theinvalid selection wasmade. Refer to the
chart below for a listing of all invalid options per cycle.
CYCLE YOU CAN’T SELECT
REGULAR Warm Rinse (If Wash Temp is Cold, Regulated
Cold, Regulated Hot or Hot)
PERM PRESS Warm Rinse
KNIT Auto Prewash, Warm Rinse, Auto Pre-Soak
DELICATE Auto Prewash, Warm Rinse, Auto Pre-Soak
SOAK Auto Prewash, Extral Rinse, Warm Rinse
SPIN ONLY Auto Prewash, Extra Rinse, Load Size, Soil Level,
Wash Temp, Warm Rinse, Delay Start, Auto Pre-
Soak, Save Favorite Cycles
HANDWASH Auto Prewash, Auto Pre-Soak, Warm Rinse
COLD
HOT
Hot
120° F
Warm
70° F
Low
HEAVY
LIGHT
4th Bar
3rd Bar
2nd Bar
1st Bar
Thethermometer symbol measures temperature ofwater being used for
cycle. It has five stages:
Cold–householdsupply line temperature for thecold-running water in house.
Regulatedcold–70°F (regulated by washer thermisterunit)
Warm–Mixtureof 40% hot water and 60% cold water from household supply.
Regulatedhot–120°F (regulated bywasher thermister unit)
Hot–householdsupply line temperaturefor hot-running water in house.
*factory preset
LARGE
SMALL
Super Plus
Large
Medium
Medium/Small
Small
The tub symbol on the display measures amount of water being used for
wash cycle. It has five stages

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Pad Beep
This feature beeps at the lowest signal volume with each press of any pad. To
turn this feature off:
• Press STOP/OFF to turn off unit.
• Press SIGNAL VOLUME and STOP/OFF pads at the same time.
Repeat this procedure to turn the pad signal back on.
Lint Filter
Amana's self cleaning lint filter 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.
Child Lockout
This feature disables all the control pads and displays "LO" (lockout). The
washer cannot be programmed when this feature is enabled.
To lockout the control:
• Press STOP/OFF to turn off unit.
• Press START and STOP/OFF pad at the same time.
To enable the control, press START and STOP/OFF at
the same time again.
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 at the
fastest spin speed possible.
In a severe out-of-balance condition, clothes may contain excessive moisture.
If this should happen, simply redistribute the clothes, and press the SPIN
ONLY pad.
Safety Lid Switch
The washer will not agitate or 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 #40073001). See
Moving Washer to New Location
section.
Features, Hints, and Care
Stops and Starts
Wash action consists of periods of
agitation, with pauses or periods of
soaking. For best results, do not
advance cycle through pauses. Pauses
in the wash cycle are a normal and
necessary occurrence.
Cleaner Clothes
Water temperature affects how clean
clothes become. If your clothes are not
as clean as you would like, check your
water heater temperature.You may need
to turn your water temperature up for
better results. 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.

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Moving and Storage
Moving Washer to
New Location
Replaceshippingplugunder motor
andshipping brace in tub. Referto
InstallationInstructions for proper
procedureswheneverwasheris
moved.Seeillustration.
Shipping
plug and
location
in washer
Shipping
brace
Cold Storage and Non-Use Periods
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.
Cold Weather Care
Ifwasheris delivered whenoutsidetemperature is belowfreezing 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
followingstoragemethods.
METHOD1
1. Turnoff water supply faucets and disconnect hoses. Drain water from
both hoses.
2. Addone gallon ofnon-toxic RV antifreeze (available from hardware or
recreationalvehicle dealers) to washer tub.
3. Select SPIN ONLY cycle.
4. Allow cycle to 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. Press the STOP/OFF pad. Dry inner wash tub, disconnect electrical
plug,and close washer lid. If moving washer, disconnect drainhose.
Moveand store washerONLYin upright position. To remove antifreeze
after storage, run washer through a complete cycle using ½ cup of
detergent.DONOT ADD CLOTHESTOCYCLE.
METHOD2
1. Select SPIN ONLY cycle. Run through complete spin cycle to remove
excess water.
2. Turnoff water supply faucets and disconnect hoses. Drain water from
both hoses.
3. Dry inner wash tub, disconnect electrical plug, and close washer lid. If
movingwasher, disconnectdrain hose. Move and store washer ONLY in
uprightposition.
4. It is normal for some water to remain inside pump. To prevent damage to
washerand pumpif remaining water freezes, allow washer to warm to 24
to48 hoursafter removing from storage, so water can thaw before use.
Vacations and
Extended Non-Use
IMPORTANT: To avoidpossible
propertydamagefromflooding,turn
offwatersupply to washerduring
extendedperiodsofnon-use.
Topreventmoldor mildew,leavelid
open so moisture inside machine can
evaporate.
Whenclosing your homefor extended
periods,haveservicetechniciandrain
washertoavoidstagnant water.
Unplugcord from electricaloutlet.
Disconnecthoses from faucets.
Tilt washer back slightly
and slide shipping
plug into position
under washer

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Troubleshooting
You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns that
arenot theresult ofdefective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact Amana
ConsumerAffairsDepartmentat800-843-0304.
TOPIC POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
NOISE
Gear sounds or a low hum Normal mechanical sounds in
commercial-quality washer Normal operation.
Rattling and clanking noise Loose objects, such as coins or pins, in tub
or pump. Clothing fasteners hitting wash tub. 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.
Squealing sound or hot
rubber odor Overloaded wash tub Largest dry load level should not be higher than bottom of
fabric softener dispenser or top of agitator.
Thumping sound Heavy wash loads; unbalanced loads Usually normal, but unbalanced loads should be
redistributed. Stop washer and rearrange load.
Vibrating noise Washer not resting firmly on floor Make sure floor is strong enough for washer. Adjust
leveling legs so washer rests firmly on floor. See
Installation Instructions
for leveling details.
Wash load distributed unevenly in tub Stop washer and rearrange load.
Shipping plug not removed during installation See
Installation Instructions
for details on removing
shipping plug.
Water splashing or slapping
noise Washer sprays water inside tub while
running at high speed during rinse and spin. Normal operation. Washer sprays water inside tub while running at high speed during rinse and spin.
Whistling or whirling noise Drum spinning without clothes. Holes in the
tub can cause this sound. Normal operation.
OPERATION
Washer does not start Electrical power cord may not be plugged in,
or connection may be loose Make sure plug from power cord fits tightly into wall outlet.
Fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or power
outage occurred 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.
Water supply faucets not turned on Turn on water supply faucets.
Control set incorrectly Reprogram control. See fault code explanations if
necessary.
Internal overload protector automatically
stops motor in event of overload. Protector resets in approximately 3 minutes and motor
automatically restarts. If overload protector stops motor
again, quit using washer and call service technician.
Washer won’t spin Lid partially open Close lid completely.
Fault code occurred See fault code explanations for assistance.
Residue left in tub Heavily soiled items Before washing, shake or brush excess dirt and sand from
items. Wipe tub with non-abrasive household cleaner and
rinse.
WATER
Wash load too wet after spin Overloaded wash tub Largest dry load level should not be higher than bottom of
fabric softener dispenser or top of agitator.
Unbalanced load Rearrange load to allow proper spin.
Kinked drain hose Straighten drain hose.
Water enters slowly or does
not enter washer Inadequate main water supply Check water pressure at another faucet in house.
Water supply faucets partly closed Fully open hot and cold water supply faucets.
Water being used elsewhere in house Avoid running water elsewhere when washer is filling. Water
pressure must be at least 20 psi (138 kPa).
Clogged water inlet filters Disconnect water fill hoses from faucet and clean screen
filters. Replace filters and attach hoses..
Kinked water inlet hoses Straighten hoses.

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Troubleshooting (cont'd)
TOPIC POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
WATER (cont’d)
Water level does not cover
clothes Incorrect water level selection Press WATER LEVEL pad to raise water level..
Overloaded wash tub Largest dry load level should not be higher than bottom of
fabric softener dispenser or top of agitator.
Warm or hot water not hot
enough Water heater temperature set too low or
positioned too far from washer Adjust water heater as necessary.
Hot water being used elsewhere in house 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.
Water drains slowly or does
not drain Drain hose kinked or clogged Clean and straighten drain hose.
Water leaks Loose fill hose connections Check and tighten all hose/faucet connections. Install rubber
sealing washers provided.
Clogged drain pipes Unclog drain pipes. Call plumber if necessary.
Oversudsing Use less detergent.
Incorrect wash and rinse
temperatures Hot and cold water hoses connected to
wrong supply faucets Check hose connections. Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet; connect cold water hose to cold water faucet.
Water enters washer, but tub
does not fill Incorrect standpipe height for drain hose Recommended standpipe height is 36” (91.44 cm); for low
standpipes, install Siphon Break Kit (part #562P3). See
Installation Instructions
for details.
DISPLAY
E(Error Signals)
Invalid selection made. Refer to “Display” section for all invalid options per cycle.
OP
(Open Thermistor Error)
Indicates an open thermistor circuit. Unplug washer and call for service
SH
(Shorted Thermistor Error)
Indicates a short in the thermistor. Unplug washer and call for service.
P(Drain Error)
Water supply problem in SPIN cycle. Check for pinches or kinks in water inlet hoses. Straighten
if necessary.
Check water inlet hose filter screens and clean if needed.
Verify that water supply is turned on.
If ‘rP’ code continues, call service.
P
(Pressure Switch Error)
Washer has sensed a pressure switch error.
Washer will not operate when this error is
displayed.
Check for pinches or kinks in water inlet hoses. Straighten
if necessary.
Check water inlet hose filter screens and clean if needed.
Verify that water supply is turned on.
If ‘bP’ code continues, call service.

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Material
Type General Washing Tips Washer Tips
General
Fabric Care Verify item is machine washable and then
see care label on clothing item for care
instructions.
Item should fit loosely in washer.
Bedding,
Comforters Use warm wash and warm rinse with a
PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle. Verify item will fit in wash tub.
Diapers Rinse out diapers immediately in cold water
and soak in diaper pail with a small amount
of detergent or enzyme presoak.
Limit wash load to two dozen cloth baby
diapers. Use Prewash setting (some models).
Draperies,
Curtains,
Slip Covers
Do not wash sun-damaged draperies and
curtains. They will not withstand washing.
Fiberglass curtains need gentle care. Read
care label to see if washable. Some
fiberglass curtains should be hand washed.
Select warm water and delicate setting or have
item professionally dry-cleaned.
Pillows
(Feather
and Down)
Do not wash pillows unless they can be
dried in the dryer. Pillows may mildew if not
dried completely.
Use warm wash and low-sudsing detergent.
Rugs Shake before washing. Do not use hot
water on rubber-backed rugs. Wash two or three rugs to balance the washer.
Lingerie Wash often using all-purpose detergent. To
keep nylons and polyesters white, wash
only with whites and use chlorine bleach
occasionally.
Use warm or hot water and cold rinse on
Permanent Press/Knits cycle.
Shoes Shoes made of rubber cloth or
manufactured materials can be laundered. Pretreat any spots or stains and launder in warm water using the Regular cycle. May want
to wash with towels to balance the load.
Special Care Items

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Washing Concerns
To keep clothes looking white or bright and to prevent a gradual build-up of soil or water hardness minerals on them,
use proper washing practices at all times. If you notice that your clothes are not as bright as they should be, take
correctivemeasuresimmediately.
Problem Cause Solution
Too little or too much
detergent Add recommended amount of detergent to dispenser. For top loading washers add a low-sudsing detergent to dispenser drawer
before loading clothes. Mild detergents are not suitable for average
soil.
Improper sorting Wash whites separately. Separate light from heavily soiled items.
Clothes can pick up soil from dirty wash water.
Gray or dingy
clothes
Water not hot enough White clothes will stay whiter with hot wash water. Increase
temperature. Always check garment care label for recommended
water temperature.
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 or powdered bleach may
be needed.
Clothes Stained From
Iron In the Water To remove rust spots use a rust remover such as Whink, that is recommended for color-fast garments. Test a portion of colored
garments prior to washing. Use a rust remover recommended for
use with washing machines (Iron Out) for an over all yellowing
appearance.
Yellowed Clothes
Older Clothes Some white fabrics turn yellow with age and cannot be whitened.
Improper use of
Chlorine Bleach No correction for bleach damaged clothes. Always follow label directions.
Clothes tearing
or damaged Insufficient Precare Fasten all hooks zippers. Mend tears. Remove objects from pockets.
Improper Sorting Fabrics which shed lint should not be washed with fabrics that
receive lint. Knits and permanent press attract lint. Wash these only
with similar items. Use fabric softener sheets in the dryer.
Excessive Lint
To much detergent Lint may occur if excessive detergent is used. See Laundry Tips.
Dye transfer Improper sorting Wash whites separately from dark items. 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.
Shrinkage/
stretching
(cottons, wool,
knits, and rayon)
Not following care
label directions. Follow care label directions. Some items may need to be dry- cleaned or handwashed.
Cold water
temperature
Incorrect amount of
detergent
Incomplete additives
Residue on
clothing
Overloading Washer
White streaks (soap film) can result from any or a combination of the
listed causes. It is not easily brushed off items.
Try warmer water, different detergent amount, a different type of
detergent and/or decreased amount of fabric softener and don’t
overload.
Tangling
General Unfastened Belts,
Hooks and Buttons Fasten all belts, hooks and buttons. Use a small hosiery bag to contain some items that may cause tangling.
Wrapping items
around agitator Drop items straight into the washer.
Top-loading
washers Improper fill selection Check the size of the load and select the appropriate water level.
Front-loading
washers Washing only one type of item Use a mix of clothes: small and large items in each load.

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Pretreat Products
Use a pretreating agent and soak overnight to remove stains and soils.
Always follow manufacturer’s instructions with any pretreatment product.
Do not use a pretreating agent with chlorine bleach.
Do not use pretreaters around the washer or dryer control panel. They may harm the finish or panel markings.
Detergents/Soaps
Follow detergent manufacturer suggestions for detergent amount per load. Detergents are available in the
following types:
Granular detergents are the most effective on mud or clay types of soils and are more effective than liquids in
hard water.
Liquid detergents are good for cold water washing, pretreating stains, and removing greasy oily stains.
Combination detergents, those with bleach or fabric softeners, provide convenience while adding stain removal,
brightening, or fabric softening properties.
In some cases you may need to adjust the recommended amount of detergent to use. Decrease detergent
amount if white streaks or white residue is noticed on dark colored clothing items. If you experience white streaks
or residue on dark colored clothing items, try the following:
•Add garment to washer without detergent and using hottest water temperature setting (check garment care
label to verify hot water will not damage clothing). Check suds level during agitation or tumbling. If there are
suds in the washer, continue washing garments without detergent until suds disappear.
•Decrease detergent if you see suds surging over the standpipe for any washing machine, or if you see a suds
level higher than halfway up window of front loading washers. Slightly increase detergent amount if cleaning
performance has decreased.
For Front Loading Washers, use of low sudsing or high efficiency (HE) detergents are recommended.
Soaps and detergents will not give good washing results in hard water. Soap in hard water will form sticky
deposits.
Consider using a liquid detergent when washing in cold water.
Bleaches
Use chlorine bleach to remove certain stains, disinfect, and keep clothes white.
Use all-fabric bleach to maintain color.
Do not use powdered bleach in the bleach dispenser. Powdered bleach can be used only in the detergent
compartment on front loading washers.
Use liquid bleach in the proper dispenser compartment only. Do not add bleach to the washload, it may damage
color or fabric.
Follow directions on care label of garment.
Do not use bleach as a substitute for detergent.
Always measure the bleach. Never exceed maximum level on bleach dispenser.
Don’t mix chlorine bleach and ammonia in the same wash cycle.
Fabric Softeners
Use to soften clothing items.
Do not add fabric softener directly to load. Use fabric softener dispenser, or follow fabric softener manufacturer
instructions. For front loading washers see “Installation and Operating Instructions” for adding items to wash
load.
Do not fill past maximum level in dispenser compartment of front loading washers.
Water Conditioners
Non-Precipitating Type: These products soften water by tying up the hardness minerals and are recommended
if using soap when water is over three grains hard (See table page 4).
Precipitating Type:These products settle out hardness minerals by converting them into particles that will
not dissolve in the water.
Laundry Aids

 1999 Amana Appliances
Amana, Iowa 52204
Part No. 40066801
Printed in U.S.A. 11/99
Amana Appliances Online • http://www.amana.com
Amana Washer Warranty
Full ONE Year Warranty
Forone (1) year from the date oforiginal retailpurchase, Amana will repair or replace anypart (f.o.b.Amana,
Iowa) that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
Limited Warranty
Afterone year fromthe date of original retailpurchase, Amana willprovide a replacementpart (f.o.b. Amana,
Iowa), as listed below, for any part that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. The owner will be
responsiblefor paying all other costsincluding labor,mileage, and transportation.
Second through Third Year
Amanawillprovide any part.
Third through Fifth Year
Amanawill provide the drivemotor or electroniccontrol.
Third through Tenth Year
Amana will provide the transmission assembly and seal kit.
Amanawill provide the outer tubassembly.
Amanawill provide the cabinet assembly should thepart rustthrough.
Amanawill providethe outer wash tub should the part fail to contain water.
Lifetime
Amanawill provide theinner wash basket.
What is not covered by these
warranties
• Replacementof householdfuses, resetting of circuit
breakers,or correctionto householdwiring
orplumbing.
• Productswith original serial numbers removed,
altered,or notreadily determined.
• Productspurchased for commercial, industrial,
rental, or leased use.
• Products located outside of the United States
orCanada.
• Premium service charges, if the servicer is
requestedto perform service in addition to normal
serviceor outside normal service hours or area.
• Adjustments after the first year.
• Damageto clothing.
• Repairsresulting from thefollowing:
• Improperinstallation or maintenance.
• Any modification, alteration, or adjustment not
authorizedby Amana.
• Accident, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, or
acts of nature.
• Connectionsto improperelectrical current,
voltage,or supply.
To Receive Warranty Service
Servicemust be performed byan authorized Amana
servicerepresentative. To scheduleservice,contact the
Amanadealerwhere you purchased yourapplianceor
contactAmana Appliances Factory Service.
Amana Appliances Factory Service
1-800-628-5782insideUSA
For more information,
Amana Appliances Consumer Services
AmanaAppliances
2800220thTrail
Amana,Iowa52204
1-800-843-0304insideUSA
[phone]worldwide
When contacting Amana Appliances please
include the following information:
• Your name, address, and telephone number.
• Modelnumber and serial number ofyour appliance
(foundon inside of lid).
• Thename and address of your dealer and the date
ofpurchase.
• A clear description of the problem.
• Proofof purchase(sales receipt).
INNOEVENT SHALLAMANABELIABLE FORINCIDENTAL ORCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES.
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.