Asko W6984 User manual

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill your needs
for many years to come. Scandinavian design combines clean
lines, everyday functionality, and high quality. These are key
characteristics of all our products and the reason they are
greatly appreciated throughout the world.
To get the most out of your new machine, we recommend that
you read the operating instructions before using it. The
operating instructions also include information on how you
can help protect the environment.
Operating Instructions
Washing Machine
Save these instructions for future reference
ASKO W6984

4
Before using your machine for
the first time
5Transport protection
5Packing material
5Washer door
5Language selection
5Time display options
5Set the clock
5Checking water hardness
6Important safety instructions
6Grounding instructions
7Installation
7Overflow guard function
7Transport/Winter storage
7Disposal
8Child safety
8Keep an eye on children!
8Child-safe Start
9Parts of the washing machine
10Detergent compartment
11Advice and tips before washing
11Sorting your laundry
11Clothing
11Laundry labels
11Laundry label symbols
13Colored cotton
13Unbleached linen
13Wool
13Rayon fibers and synthetic fibers
13Stain removal
13Reducing allergic reactions
13Save time and energy
13High Water Level
14Economy and efficiency
14Detergents
14Dyeing fabrics
14Liquid detergents
15
Recommended detergent
amounts based on water hardness
16Operating instructions
16Sort your laundry.
16Turn on the main power switch
16
Open the washer door and load
the laundry
16
Add detergent and fabric softener,
as required
17Select the program
20Select options
22
Close the washer door and press
the Start/Stop button
22Once the program has finished
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23Settings
23
You can change the following
settings:
23Child-safe Start
23Door opening
24Temperature
24Extra rinses
24Pre-soak
24Anti Wrinkle function
24Clock
25Buzzer Volume
25Spin Option
25Select language
25Back
26
Care and maintenance
instructions
26
Cleaning the trap and the drain
pump
26
Cleaning the detergent
compartment
26
Cleaning the outside of the
machine
26
Cleaning the inside of the machine
to avoid unpleasant smells
27Rinse holes under the paddle
27If you have hard water
28Troubleshooting
28The washer door will not open
28The machine will not start
29Error messages
30Technical information
30Technical data
31Transport protection
33Installation
33Leveling the machine
33Water supply connection
34Drain outlet connection
34Electrical Connections
34Grounding instructions
34Freestanding installation
34Stacked installation
35Built-in installation
36Reversing the door
37Follow these instructions:
38Fitting the wooden door
39Service
40Warranty
40
How to contact ASKO Appliances
Inc.
44Quick guide
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Contents

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Before using your machine for the first time

Transport protection
Remove any transport protection devices before
installing the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.
Packing material
Please sort waste materials in accordance with
local guidelines.
Washer door
•The washer door cannot be opened until the
machine is connected to the electricity supply.
•To open the door manually, see "The washer
door will not open" in the "Troubleshooting"
chapter.
•The machine cannot be started when the door
is open.
•To open the washer door while a program is
running, see "Close the door and press the
Start/Stop button" in the "Operating
instructions" chapter.
Language selection
You will be prompted to select the display
language when you have connected your machine
and start it for the first time. Do as follows:
Turn the program selector to choose from: US
English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk, Suomi,
Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol, Русский,
Nederlands.
Press the button in the middle of the program
selector or Start/Stop to save and to continue to
the clock and time display settings.
Time display options
The time is shown on the display.
Press the up or down arrow button to choose 12h,
24h, or display remaining time. Press the program
selector or Start/Stop to confirm.
Once you have made a selection, the menu for
setting the clock will open.
Set the clock
1. Press the up or down arrow button until the
correct hour figure is displayed. Press the
program selector to confirm.
2. Press the up or down arrow button until the
correct minute figure is displayed. Press the
program selector or Start/Stop to save.
Once you have made a selection, the program
menu will open.
Checking water hardness
The quantity of detergent needed depends,
among other things, on water hardness. See the
detergent pack for details. Phone your local water
company to check the water hardness in your
area.
NOTE!
Each machine is tested before leaving the
factory. A small amount of water may remain in
the drain pump, though this does not affect
quality or damage the machine.
See Quick guide on the last page
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons when using your appliance, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
•Read all instructions before using the
appliance.
•Do not run appliance while you are out of the
home.
•Do not wash or dry articles that have been
previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,
or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents,
cooking oils, or other flammable or explosive
substances because they give off vapors that
could ignite or explode.
•Do not allow children to play on or in the
appliance. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the appliance is used near
children.
•Before the appliance is removed from service
or discarded, remove the door to the washing
compartment.
•Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is
moving.
•Do not install or store this appliance where it
will be exposed to the weather.
•Do not tamper with controls.
•Do not repair or replace any part of the
appliance or attempt any servicing unless
specifically recommended in the user-repair
instructions or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the
skills to carry out.
•Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or
other flammable or explosive substances to
the wash water. These substances give off
vapors that could ignite or explode.
•Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may
be produced in a hot water system that has not
been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system
has not been used for such a period, before
using a washing machine or combination
washer-dryer, turn on all water faucets and let
the water flow from each for several minutes.
This will release any accumulated hydrogen
gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or
use an open flame during this time.
WARNING!
This appliance must be properly grounded.
This manual does not cover every possible
condition and situation that may occur. Use
common sense and caution when installing,
operating, and maintaining any appliance.
Grounding instructions
A) Grounding instructions for a grounded,
cord-connected appliance:
In the event of malfunction or breakdown,
grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by
providing a path of least resistance for electric
current. This appliance is equipped with a cord
having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
WARNING!
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service
representative or personnel if you are in doubt
as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the
appliance. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
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Important safety instructions

B) Grounding instructions for a
permanently connected appliance:
This appliance must be connected to a grounded
metal, permanent wiring system, or an
equipment-grounding conductor must be run with
the circuit conductors and connected to the
equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the
appliance.
NOTE!
This manual does not cover every possible
condition and situation that may occur. Use
common sense and caution when installing,
operating, and maintaining any appliance.
Installation
See the "Installation" chapter.
Overflow guard function
If the machine’s water level rises above the normal
level, the overflow guard function begins to pump
water out and shuts off the water intake. If the
water level has not dropped within 60 seconds,
the program is terminated.
Transport/Winter storage
If the machine is to be transported or stored in
unheated premises where the temperature can
fall below freezing, do as follows:
•Empty the filter and the drain pump. See the
"Care and maintenance instructions" chapter.
•Shut off the water to the washing machine,
loosen the supply hose to the intake valve, and
let the water run out from the valve and hose.
•After emptying the pump, a small amount of
water may remain in the machine. This does
not affect quality or damage the machine.
Disposal
When the machine has reached the end of its
service life and is to be disposed of, it should
immediately be made unusable by removing the
door to the washing compartment. Contact your
local authorities for information about where your
machine should be disposed of and recycled in
the proper way. The machine is manufactured
and labeled for recycling.
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Important safety instructions

Keep an eye on children!
Be observant of children!
• Laundry detergents are corrosive, so always
keep them out of reach of children.
• Should a child swallow detergent, give plenty
to drink immediately, i.e., one or two glasses
of milk or water. Do not try to induce vomiting.
Seek medical advice immediately: The
National Poison center phone number is
1-800-222-1222.
• Always close the door and start the appliance
as soon as you put in the detergent.
• Always turn the power off to the machine when
it is not in use.
• Always keep small children away from the
machine when it is open. There may be some
detergent residue left inside the machine.
• If laundry detergent gets in someone’s eyes,
rinse them with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes.
Child-safe Start
You can activate the Child-safe Start option to
prevent children from starting the machine. You
can deactivate the Child-safe Start option by
pressing the Start/Stop button and the program
selector (the big arrow) at the same time. The
Child-safe Start option will be temporarily
deactivated for three minutes.
1. Press the up or down arrow button until
Child-safe Start appears in the middle of the
display.
2. Press the program selector again (the big
arrow) to access the options menu on the right
of the display.
3. Press the up or down arrow button to select
Off or On.
4. Press the program selector to save your
setting.
5. If you do not want to select any more settings,
press the arrow button down until you reach
the program you want.
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Child safety

1 2 34
5,6
1. Main power switch
2. Detergent compartment
3. Program panel
4. Serial number plate (on inside of washer door)
5. Drain pump cover
6. Drain pump (behind cover)
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Parts of the washing machine

2 3
1 4
1. Pre Wash
2. Main Wash
3. Main wash liquid detergent.
4. Fabric softener
The detergent drawer automatically dispenses the detergent and fabric softener at the appropriate times.
Simply pour the measured amounts of detergent and softener into the proper compartments (as illustrated)
and close the drawer.
NOTE!
To avoid oversudsing, do not put detergent in the prewash compartment unless you are using one of
the Heavy wash programs which has a prewash cycle.
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Detergent compartment

Here are some tips that may help you before
washing.
Sorting your laundry
Sort items according to:
•how soiled they are
•color
•material
Clothing
1. Close zippers and Velcro straps so they won’t
damage fabrics.
2. New colored items may contain excess dye
and should therefore be washed separately
the first few times.
3. Turn delicate items inside out. This reduces
the risk of burling and fading.
4. Empty pockets and wash them inside out if
possible.
Laundry labels
Look at the item’s laundry label. The table below
shows suitable wash programs for different
materials and wash loads. Using modern washing
machines and detergents, such as compact
detergents, you can usually wash at lower
temperatures. It is a good idea to use trial and
error to find out what produces the best results.
Laundry label symbols
Examples of washing instructions and recommended programs. Always follow the washing instructions
for each garment.
LoadProgramMaterialLaundry labels
1/1 drumSani 140 °F (60 °C) to 203 °F (95 °C)Heavily soiled cotton, linen, white, and light-
colored items.
1/1 drumQuick 140 °F (60 °C)Normally soiled cotton, linen, cot-
ton/polyester. Light and dark-colored gar-
ments.
1/1 drumPermaPress 104 °F (40 °C)Polyester, polyamide, elastane, acrylic. Light
and dark-colored garments.
1/2 drumEveryday Wear (Easy care) 104 °F (40 °C)Acrylic, viscose, modal, acetate.
1/3 drumPermaPress 86 °F (30 °C)Silk and very delicate items
1/3 drumWool/Delicate 86 °F (30 °C) to 104 °F (40 °C)Wool and other very delicate garments
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Advice and tips before washing

Ironing instructions
Special drying instructions
Tumble dry heat setting
Tumble dry cycle
Dry clean symbol
Bleach instructions
Wash water temperature
Wash cycle
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Advice and tips before washing

Colored cotton
Colored cotton items labeled 140 °F (60 °C)
should be washed at 140 °F (60 °C) the first time
in order to remove any excess dye. If you do not
do so, there is a risk that the color will run. Use
detergent without bleach in order to preserve the
color of the fabric.
Unbleached linen
Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed at
140 °F (60 °C), using detergent containing no
bleach or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen
can occasionally be washed at higher
temperatures, but not too often as the heat can
destroy the linen’s sheen and strength.
Wool
These fabrics are labeled either machine wash
or hand wash. The Wool program is at least as
gentle as washing by hand.
Wool is especially sensitive to processes such as
washing.
If you do not wish to spin dry, you can squeeze
out the water using terrycloth towels. In this case
select No spin.
To find out how to choose this setting, see the
"Operating instructions" chapter. However, most
garments can withstand a short spin. Choose a
short spin by selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm
or less.
Rayon fibers and synthetic fibers
Materials made of rayon fibers, such as viscose,
and some synthetic fibers are very delicate and
require much space to avoid wrinkling. Only half
fill the drum when washing and choose a spin
speed of 800 rpm or lower.
NOTE!
Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.
Stain removal
The automatic stain program can be used for the
following types of stains: Chocolate, Blood, Red
wine, Egg, Grass, Dairy products, Coffee/Tea,
Butter/Grease, and Blueberry. The program is
suitable for cotton, cotton/synthetics, and
synthetics.
NOTE!
For stain removal it is always important to treat
the stain as soon as possible. Leaving a stain
and allowing it to dry makes it more difficult to
remove. It is also important to carefully scrape
off any of the stain on the surface of the garment.
Do not load the machine with more than 6 lb (2.5
kg) of laundry.
Reducing allergic reactions
The washing machine has a Super Rinse option.
Use this for people with sensitive skin, such as
those with allergies and small children.
Save time and energy
Use the Color program to save time and energy.
This program has a shorter main wash than White,
but is often sufficient for lightly soiled laundry.
High Water Level
If you want more water for the main wash and
rinses, you can use the High Water Level option.
High Water Level is used automatically in the
Wool/Hand program.
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Economy and efficiency
You can save a lot of energy by not using higher
temperature programs than necessary.
•Select Quick if you just need to freshen up
shirts or exercise clothes, for example. This
will save both water and energy.
•If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces
energy consumption when drying in a tumble
dryer or drying cabinet.
•Always wash with a full load when using the
Sani, Color, and White programs.
•Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and
detergents clean effectively without
pre-washing. Pre-washing is only necessary
for heavily soiled laundry.
Detergents
Eco-labeled detergents are less harmful to the
environment.
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater impact
on the environment.
Try to use less detergent, and increase only if you
are not satisfied with the results.
Dyeing fabrics
If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select
the Color program with the Super Rinse option.
Select the temperature according to the dye
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Choose a low spin speed if the fabric to be dyed
is a blended material, such as
polyester/cotton.
NOTE!
Add the dye directly to the washing drum – not
to the detergent compartment. After dyeing, you
should run the machine empty using the same
program. Use the normal amount of detergent.
NOTE!
Due to environmental concerns, we discourage
the use of strong chemicals.
When using agents for bleaching or stain
removal, there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and
discoloration of the machine.
Liquid detergents
We don’t recommend liquid detergents because
they tend to produce more suds than powder
detergents when used in water temperatures of
150° F or higher. If you should try a liquid
detergent, start with a very small amount, such
as 1 to 2 tablespoons. Also, liquid detergent can
be used for all programs without prewash, so add
it into the main wash compartment.
Detergents
Laundry detergents are available in low-, normal-
and high-sudsing formulas. A detergent´s ability
to clean is not relative to the amount of suds it
produces. Excess suds in a front-loading washer
actually interfere with the cleaning because they
cushion the tumbling action. Also, high-sudsing
detergents are more difficult to completely rinse
out.
The use of anything other than a low-sudsing
detergent can cause severe oversudsing, which
could cause suds to backup through the detergent
compartment and run down the front of the washer
onto the floor. If oversudsing occurs, run the wash
through one or more rinse programs until all items
are thoroughly rinsed. Remove the laundry then
run the washer through a Normal wash program
to get rid of any remaining detergent.
We recommend that you don’t use bleach in your
ASKO washer. The tumbling wash action,
temperature control options, extended wash times
and proper amount of detergent are sufficient to
remove most stains.
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Recommended powder detergents
ASKO washers use 50% to 75% less detergent
than most other washers. This is because of their
low water consumption and the fact that all the
wash water is repeatedly circulated through the
laundry, ensuring that all the detergent is fully
utilized. We recommend that you use powder
detergents made specifically for front-loading
washers. These are sometimes called HE
(High-Efficiency) detergents. Please visit our
homepage www.askousa.com to see the powder
detergents we recommend for ASKO washers.
We recommend that you do not use any powder
detergent that doesn’t wash completely out of the
detergent drawer.
Detergent Amounts Based on Water
Hardness
The amount of detergent needed can vary due to
differences in water hardness. To determine the
water hardness in your area, contact your local
water utility or area water softening company. The
harder the water, the more detergent you may
need. Refer to the chart below for the
recommended detergent amounts based on water
hardness. Remember, you should adjust the
amount of detergent you use by small amounts
until you find the correct amount.
Note that 12 grains and higher is extremely hard
water and detergent alone may not be enough.
You may need to use a water softener to maximize
the performance of your washer. Also, in areas
with hard water (9+) you may need to wash at
lower temperatures to prevent hard water deposits
from forming in the tank and wash system.
Amount of detergent to use
The amount of detergent needed varies among
the different brands, but for most detergents, you
need only one or two tablespoons. Using too
much detergent can result in detergent residue
being left in your clothes, which can cause them
to appear gray or dingy. You should start with a
small amount of detergent and increase it only if
the cleaning results are unsatisfactory.
Additionally, you should never put detergent in
the prewash compartment unless you are using
a wash program that has a prewash cycle. This
could cause excess foaming, which could damage
the machine.
The amount of detergent needed can also depend
on the hardness of the water in your area. See
the “Detergent Amounts Based on Water
Hardness” section on the next page for more
details.
Recommended detergent amounts based on water hardness
Detergent amounts
Main WashPre WashWater hardness
1 to 1-1/2 tablespoons1 teaspoonSoft (0-3 grains per gal.)
1 to 2 tablespoons1 teaspoonMedium (4-8 grains per gal.)
2 to 3 tablespoons1 teaspoonHard (9+ grains per gal.)
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WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
1Sort your laundry.
See the "Advice and Tips before washing"
section.
Place underwired bras in a laundry net.
Empty pockets. Coins, nails, and the like can
cause damage to the machine and fabrics. See
the "Advice and Tips" section before washing.
2Turn on the main power switch
3Open the washer door and load
the laundry
If the washer door is closed, press the Door
Opening button (key symbol). The door opens
once all water has drained from the machine.
Load the laundry. The wash program chart shows
how much laundry can be washed with each
program.
4Add detergent and fabric
softener, as required
The detergent packaging will have
recommendations for how much detergent you
should use. The machine holds 18 lb (8 kg) of
laundry. If you only have a small amount of
laundry in the machine, you can reduce the
amount of detergent used.
Powder detergent
Pour the powder into the main wash compartment,
and pre-wash compartment as well if desired.
Liquid detergent
When using liquid detergent, follow the chart on
page 15 for recommended detergent amounts.
We recommend always using a wash ball with
very thick liquid detergent.
Wash ball or net
If you use a wash ball or net, place it directly in
the drum and select a program without pre-wash.
NOTE!
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact on the environment.
Try using less detergent, and increase only if
you are not satisfied with the results.
Fabric softener
Pour the fabric softener into the compartment with
the symbol. Follow the recommendations on
the fabric softener packaging.
NOTE!
Do not fill above the compartment’s maximum
fill level. Otherwise fabric softener will be
dispensed too early, which impairs the washing
effect.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
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Operating instructions

5Select the program
Door opening
Start/Stop
Selector Display
You select the program by pressing the up or down arrow button. The name of the selected program is
highlighted and the program end time appears on the display. Start the program by pressing the Start/Stop
button, or press the button in the middle of the arrow buttons to select Options.
1. Auto
This program automatically adjusts the length of
the main wash and the number of rinses to the
amount and type of laundry loaded in the
machine.
2. Stain Care
For information on stain removal, see the Advice
and Tips section before washing.
•Press the program selector (the big arrow)
again to access the stain symbol. Select the
appropriate stain type by turning the program
selector.
•Press the program selector (the big arrow)
again to access the fabric symbol. Select the
desired fabric type.
•Follow the dosage recommendations on the
detergent package.
•For stains of Red wine, Tea/Coffee, Blueberry,
and Chocolate, we recommend that you also
add half the recommended amount of
detergent to the pre-wash compartment.
•You can select the temperature freely, so use
the highest temperature recommended for
each garment.
3. Time Choice
This program adjusts itself to the specified time
frame or finish time. When using this program, it
is however important to select a temperature and
time suited to how soiled the laundry is. The spin
speed can be selected freely.
4. Sani
Program for heavily soiled laundry, with dirt that
needs to be fully dissolved before the main wash.
A pre-wash is used to do this. The machine
adapts the program time and water consumption
to the load size.
5. White
HeavyWhite program description
Program for normally to heavily soiled laundry,
whites and colors. You can select the temperature
freely, so follow the washing instructions for each
garment. 140 °F (60 °C) is a good temperature
for heavily soiled cotton garments, as well as for
garments worn next to the skin. Select 104 °F (40
°C) if the laundry is less soiled. The spin speed
can be selected freely. The machine adapts the
program time and water consumption to the load
size.
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6. Color
A standard program for lightly to moderately soiled
laundry. The temperature can be selected freely,
so follow the washing instructions for each
garment. Garments worn next to the skin ought
to be washed at 140 °F (60 °C). Very lightly soiled
laundry often comes clean already at 104 °F (40
°C). The spin speed can be selected freely.
7. Quick
Program for normally soiled cotton and/or linen
clothes for daily use. You can select "Cold"
(incoming water temperature), 104 °F (40 °C), or
140 °F (60 °C). The lower the selected
temperature, the shorter the program time.
Garments worn next to the skin should be washed
at 140 °F (60 °C).
8. Everyday Wear (Easy care)
Program for blended materials, permanent press
shirts, and functional sports clothing. The program
has a high water level and as such is also suitable
for cushions, quilted jackets, and similar items.
Read the washing instructions carefully and
remember, for example, that fabric softener must
not be used with the membranes found in some
outer garments. A washing temperature up to 140
°F (60 °C) and a spin speed up to 1200 rpm can
be selected.
9. PermaPress
Program for delicate fabrics made of synthetic
fibers, blended materials, or silk. The maximum
temperature is 140 °F (60 °C), but follow the
washing instructions for each garment. Many
synthetics will come clean at 104 °F (40 °C).
Garments worn next to the skin ought to be
washed at 140 °F (60 °C). The maximum spin
speed is 800 rpm.
10. Wool
A gentle laundry program for wool, silk, and
garments that should be washed by hand. The
highest available temperature is 104 °F (40 °C).
This program has a short spin. The maximum spin
speed is 800 rpm.
11. Delicate
A gentle laundry program for wool, silk, and
garments that should be washed by hand. The
highest temperature is 86 °F (30 °C). This
program has a short spin. The maximum spin
speed is 800 rpm.
12. Rinse
This program performs one cold rinse cycle +
spin. Suitable for laundry that just needs to be
dampened and for cleaning cloths and mops.
13. Spin
Used to simply spin the wash.
14. Drain
Used when you only want to drain the water from
the machine.
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Program chart
Program time
(approx. hrs and
min.)
Energy con-
sumption
(approx. kWh)
Water consump-
tion
(approx. gallon)
Max. load
( lb)
Spin speed
rpm
Number
of rinsesTemp. °F
Pre
WashProgram
1. Auto
2. Stain Care
3. Time Choice
2:452.222,51818005203X
4. Sani 2:401.219,81818005140X
2:211.2015,61818003140
5. White 2:020.5915,61818003104
1:401.215,918180031406. Color
0:400.46,69180021047. Quick
1:200.513,29120021048. Everyday Wear (Easy
care)
1:200.410,6980041049. PermaPress
0:450.518,5680038610. Wool
0:450.518,5680038611. Delicate
0:200.14,091800112. Rinse
0:150.19180013. Spin
0:0114. Drain
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6Select options
You can select options to adjust the wash program to suit your own specific requirements. The
available options depend on the selected program. If the option is available for the selected program,
the symbol is shown on the display.
The machine will remember the options you select for each program (with one exception – Delayed Start).
You can still change the selected options the next time you select a particular program.
Temperature
•Choose the temperature by pressing the program selector (the big arrow) until a temperature is
highlighted.
•Press the up or down arrow button until the correct temperature is displayed. You can select
temperatures between Cold and 203 °F (95 °C). If you select Cold, the washing temperature will be
the same as that of the water entering the machine. You cannot choose a temperature higher than
104 °F (40 °C) for Wool or higher than 86 °F (30 °C) for Delicate. The maximum temperature for Time
Choice is 140 °F (60 °C).
•Press the Start/Stop button to start the program or press the program selector (the big arrow) again
to select more options.
Spin
•Select the spin speed by pressing the program selector (the big arrow) until spin is highlighted.
•Press the up or down arrow button until the correct speed is displayed. You can select speeds between
400 and 1800 rpm, (no spin), or (no drain). The maximum spin speed varies according to the
selected program. The speed is shown on the display.
•, means that the program does not include a spin cycle and ends by draining.
•No drain means that the program does not include a spin cycle and ends with the water from the
final rinse still in the machine. The washing will remain covered by the water from the final rinse,
stopping it from getting wrinkled. If you have selected "No drain", once the program has ended you
must select the Spin or Drain program to drain the water from the machine before you open the washer
door.
Rinse
The number of rinses varies depending on the selected program. Use this option if you want to increase
or decrease the number of rinses for the selected program. Economy Rinse removes one rinse from
the program. Normal Rinse means the program runs the original number of rinses. Super Rinse
adds two extra rinses to the program. The maximum number of rinses is seven. Super Rinse is
recommended for persons with extremely sensitive skin and/or in areas with very soft water.
1. Select the number of rinses by pressing the program selector (the big arrow) until the rinse symbol
lights up on the display.
2. Press the up or down arrow button to select the number of rinses.
3. Press the Start/Stop button to start the program or press the program selector (the big arrow) again
to select more options.
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