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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warning – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons when using your appliance, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and
care guide.
3. Use only detergents or softeners as recommended for use in this manual and
keep them out of the reach of children.
4. This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation
instructions before it is used.
5. Never unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the
plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
6. Replace immediately any worn power cords, loose plugs and power outlets.
7. Unplug your appliance before cleaning or before making any repairs.
8. If your old appliance is not being used, we recommend that you remove the
door. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.
9. Do not operate your appliance in the presence of explosive fumes.
10. Do not use this appliance to wash clothes that have been soaked, spotted or
washed in gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or any other explosive or flammable
substances that may ignite and explode.
11. Clothes or rags used to clean flammable or explosive materials should not be
washed in this appliance until all traces of this material have been removed.
12. Do not add or mix any flammable or explosive substances to the wash.
13. Do not try to remove clothes while the tub is moving. Allow it to come to a
complete stop before reaching in.
14. The appliance’s loading door must be closed when the tub is spinning.
15. Do not operate your appliance when parts are missing or broken.
16. Do not use this appliance for commercial uses.
17. Do not operate this appliance unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
18. Do not tamper with controls.
19. To reduce the risk of injury, do not allow children to play in or on the appliance.
Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near
children.
20. This appliance must be connected to a proper electrical outlet with the correct
electrical supply.
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21. Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of shock and fire. DO
NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PLUG. If you do not have a
three-prong electric receptacle outlet in the wall, have a certified electrician
install the proper receptacle. The wall receptacle MUST be properly grounded.
22. Hydrogen gas may be produced if the water heater has not been used in more
than 2 weeks. This may be explosive under certain circumstances. If this is the
case turn on all the hot faucets and let the hot water run for a few minutes
before using this appliance. This will let the trapped hydrogen escape. Avoid
accidents during this process by refraining from turning ON any electrical
appliances, smoking, lighting a match/lighter, and using flames.
23. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in the user-repair instructions, which you
understand and have the skill to carry out.
Note: If for any reason this product requires service, we strongly
recommend that a certified technician perform the service.
24. To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not use extension cords or
adapters to connect the unit to an electrical power source.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Future Use
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DANGER
Risk of child entrapment. Before throwing away your old
appliance, remove the door so that children may
not easily become trapped inside.
Thank you for purchasing our Haier
product. This easy-to-use manual will
guide you in getting the best use of
your washer.
Remember to record the model and
serial number. They are on a label in
back of the washer.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
(Staple your receipt to your manual.) You will need it to
obtain warranty service.
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Table Of Contents
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................1-2
PARTS AND FEATURES..................................................................4-5
OPERATING YOUR WASHER ....................................................6-11
UNPACKING AND ACCESSORIES INVENTORY ..........................12
PROPER LOCATION ........................................................................13
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................14-16
UNIT DIMENSIONS ........................................................................17
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ..........................................................18
PROPER CARE AND CLEANING ....................................................19
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE....................................................20-21
WARRANTY......................................................................................22
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1. Top Lid
2. Control Panel
3. Washer Cabinet
4. Front Leveling Leg
5. Cabinet Handle (located on both
sides of the washer)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Parts and Features
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1. Water Inlet Valve
2. Water Absorption Cushion
3. Water Level Selector
4. Power Cord Holder Clip
5. Power Cord (115 Volt / 60 Hz)
6. Drain Hose
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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
The Control Panel
Power ON/OFF: (1)
•Press the button once to turn ON the power to the washer. Press it again to turn
the power OFF.
Start/Pause: (2)
•Press this button once to start the wash process. Press this button once again to
pause the activity during the wash cycle. Push it again to resume the wash cycle.
Program Select: (3)
•Select your desired cycle program by pressing the "Program Select" button. There
are 7 options to select from. Press the Select button for the desired setting.
Water Level Selector: (4)
• Turn the Water Level Selector knob to select the proper water level setting. You
may select from low, medium and high water level settings depending on the
wash load.
Function Indicator Lights:
•The function display lights indicate that a selected feature is ON or that the cycle
is about to begin.
•During the wash cycle, a flashing light indicates the current wash/rinse cycle
program.
•Rapid flashing indicates that the washer is not operating properly.
Loading the Washer
• Load each item loosely.
•Separate the white from the colored clothing. Separate heavy fabrics from light
fabrics.
•Carefully check all pockets and cuffs for small items. They can easily slide into the
tub and cause damage to the tub.
QUICK POWER
WASH WASH RINSE SPIN
A
PROGRAM
SELECT START
PAUSE
POWER
ON/OFF
123 4
Water level
select
Low
Middle
High
Add
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•Pre-treat all stains and heavily soiled areas for best results.
•Do not overload your washer.
•Close the door properly after loading the clothes.
•When loading wet items, keep water level high enough to keep the unit in
balance and to allow clothing to float easily in the water.
Proper Use of Detergent
• Fill water in the tub at the "Low" water level.
• Add the detergent.
• Load the washer.
• Select the water level.
Note: The amount of detergent used depends on the size of the load, the water
type (hard or soft) and whether the clothes are heavily soiled or lightly
soiled. Besides the performance of the washing machine, the quality of the
detergent also affects the wash result. For best results, use low sudsing deter-
gents only. Refer to the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount for
usage.
Proper Use of Bleach
Refer to the bleach manufacturer’s chart for the recommended use of liquid bleach.
Dilute the bleach and add it to the water before putting clothes into the washtub.
Warning! Be careful not to spill undiluted bleach onto the washer cabinet or onto
clothing. It is a strong chemical that may damage your clothes and the
finish of the washer if not properly diluted.
Lint Filter and Water Filter
•The Lint filter is located inside the washer drum. A small nylon bag collects lint
and residue from clothes during the wash cycle.
Note: Do not wash your clothes without the filter in its compartment
inside the tub.
• You must clean the filter after every load for the best results. Push down the tab in
the filter to remove. Clean and slide the filter back in place.
•There is also a filter in the water inlet valve. This prevents foreign particles in the
water from entering the washer. Clean this at least once a month.
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Selecting the Wash Cycle
•Press the "Program Select" button for your desired wash cycle. Choose between 7
options.
•The total time includes the normal water inlet time and drain time. The total
washing time may be affected by the water inlet pressure and water level.
•The spin time is the time from the intermittent running to the finishing of the cycle.
•In the "Power Wash" program, the first soak is approximately 20 minutes,
pre-wash is approximately 8 minutes. Clothes are soaked again for
approximately 5 minutes. The washing, rinsing and spinning will then be
completed. The wash time includes the pre-wash time.
•In the "Quick" program select wash, rinse and spin are set automatically. No
procedure can be selected after setting.
Note: When you turn the power ON, the machine will set the standard wash
program to the wash/rinse/spin position.
Program Select Wash Program Application
Power On Wash, Rinse & Spin Normal Wash
Press Once Wash No Spin or Rinse
Press Twice Wash & Rinse No Spin
Press Three Times Rinse & Spin No Wash
Press Four Times Spin No Wash or Rinse
Press Five Times Power Wash, Wash, Rinse, For heavily soiled and
Spin very dirty clothes
Press Six Times Quick, Wash, Rinse, Spin For a quick speed wash
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Wash Program Soak Wash Rinse Spin Total Times
(approx (approx Minutes (approx (approx
minutes) minutes) / Times minutes) minutes)
Wash, Rinse - 8 – 15 6 / 2 4 35 – 42
& Spin
Twice Wash, 25 16 – 30 6 / 2 4 68 – 82
Wash, Rinse
& Spin
Quick, Wash, - 5 - 9 3 / 1 4 21 – 28
Rinse & Spin
Selecting the Water Level
•There are 3 water levels to chose from: Low, Medium and High. Your selection may
depend on your wash load.
• Turning the knob to "Reset" will add more water to your wash load. Release and set
to desired level after adding water.
Recommended Water Levels
Load Size in lbs Water Level Approximate Water used in Gallons
3.3 – 6.6 High 8.72
1.76 – 3.3 Medium 5.81
Less than 1.76 Low 3.70
Note: Incoming hot water must not exceed 122˚F/50˚C.
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End-of-Cycle Signal
The machine will beep at the end of the cycle, indicating that the washing is
complete. The "Wash/Rinse/Spin" indicator lights will still be ON. The washer will
turn OFF automatically in approximately 10 minutes after the completion of the
cycle.
Closing the Top Lid
For safety purposes, the top lid must always be closed during the wash process. If
you open the top lid while the wash cycle is in progress, you will observe the
following:
• An alarm will sound.
• The tub will not spin while the lid is open.
• If the unit is in wash mode, it will stop running.
Simply close the top lid and press the start/pause button to resume the cycle.
Steps for the Wash Process
1. Turn the power ON by pressing the "ON" button.
2. Press "Program Select" to select the wash program. Refer to page 8 for the
selection chart.
3. Select the water level.
4. Add the detergent.
5. Add the wash load.
6. After the washing machine starts, you may change the program by turning OFF
the machine and then restarting to make the new selection.
Note: If the washer is turned ON without any water in the tub, it will start to spin
after a few minutes. The pulsator will not rotate unless the water is filled to a
selected level.
Note: Do not use the "Power Wash" program for woolen clothing.
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Normal Operating Sounds
The following sounds are normally heard during the operation of the washer:
• Tumbling sounds can be heard as heavy wet clothes in the washer are tossed
around continuously.
•Air rushing noise is the result of the washtub spinning at a very high RPM.
•Clicking sounds are caused by the wash and rinse cycles turning ON and OFF.
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Unpacking and Accessories Inventory
Unpacking
1. Remove all packing materials. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape
holding the washer accessories inside and outside. Slide out and remove the
bottom Styrofoam that is used to protect the washer from shipping damage due
to vibrations and shock.
2. Inspect and remove any remaining packing, tape or printed materials before
using the washer.
Note: The bottom panel is located between the upper foam protec-
tion and box.
Accessories
a) 1 Bottom Panel
b) 8 Screws for the Bottom Plate
c) 1 Water Inlet Hose
d) 1 Drain Hook (Gooseneck)
e) 1 Quick Sink Faucet Adapter
f) 2 Washers
g) 1 Lint Filter
Check to make sure that the accessories are present and in good condition.
If you find that they are not in good condition or are missing, please contact
our customer service department for assistance. Our Toll-Free number is
1-877-337-3639.
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Proper Location
General
•Select a suitable location for the washer on a hard even surface away from direct
sunlight and heat sources (e.g., radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances,
etc.).
•Any floor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling leg located on the
bottom right corner of the washer.
•The washer must be placed at room temperature. You must not place the washer
where the temperature is at or below freezing.
Storage in Cold Environments
• This appliance must be stored at room temperature.
•If you received this appliance when the outside temperature is below freezing, do
not operate until this appliance has warmed to room temperature.
•Do not install or operate this appliance in an area where room temperature is
below freezing.
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Installation Instructions
Read carefully and understand all installation instructions before installing this
washing machine. If after completing the process you are still unsure whether the
washer has been properly installed, we recommend that you contact a qualified
installer.
Tools and Materials Required
You will need to use the following tools when installing your washer:
Scissors
Phillips Screwdriver
Flathead Screwdriver
Pliers
Wrench
Tape Measure
Gloves
Level
Installing the Bottom Panel
The bottom panel blocks noises to provide you with the quietest performance
possible during the wash cycle operation.
1. First, lay down the washer on its front side.
2. Place the panel against the bottom of the machine. Align the holes in the panel
with the holes in the washer.
3. Insert the screws through the holes of the panel into the bottom of the washer and
tighten. (8 screws are supplied)
4. Once all screws have been installed and the panel is in place, return the washer
to its standing position.
Note: During this time, you may reroute the drain hose to the left or right
side for draining.
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Installing the Lint Filter
The lint filter must be installed before the washer is used.
The lint filter is packaged with the User Manual.
Leveling the Washer
Your washer has an adjustable leveling leg that is located on the front right corner.
After properly placing your washer in its final location, you may level the washer.
•Loosen the adjustable nut. The leveling leg can be
adjusted by turning it counter-clockwise to raise the
washer and clockwise to lower the washer.
Note: If the washer is inclined more than 2˚, the machine
will not operate.
Installing Your Washer
Read the installation instructions carefully before beginning.
1. Connect the water inlet hose to the water faucet.
Note: The ends of the inlet hose are marked red and yellow. Red goes to washing
machine and yellow goes to the faucet.
2. Connect the other ends to the washer inlet located at the top rear of the machine.
Insert a new flat washer (provided) to each end of the inlet hose.
3. The drain hose must be placed into a drainpipe or sink at least 1-1/2 inches in
diameter. Use the gooseneck drain hook to hold the hose in place. To avoid
possible water back-up, the drain hose must reach a height of at least 31-1/2
inches minimum and 40 inches maximum.
4. Plug in the washer to a regular 115 Volt / 60 Hz, 15 Amps outlet.
Note: Carefully inspect for any leaks around the machine and at the back. If there
is a leak, check if any connections are loose. You may need to tighten any
loose connections. Do not remove the water absorption cushion. Check
before each use to make sure it is not damaged.
CAUTION! If after completing these steps you are still unsure whether unit has
been properly installed, contact a qualified installer. We recommend
that the washer be installed by a certified technician to ensure that it is
properly installed.
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Installing Quick Sink Adapter:
When installing the quick sink faucet adapter to the faucet, follow the steps below:
1. First, remove the aerator from your faucet nozzle and determine the size/type of
the faucet.
2. Once you determine the size/type of the faucet (Outside Threaded End or Inside
Threaded End), place the proper sized rubber washer into the silver faucet
adapter.
3. Attach the silver faucet connector to the faucet.
4. Attach the faucet connector to the water inlet hose and make sure that the
rubber washer is placed in between.
5. Attach the other end of the water inlet hose to the washer water inlet and make
sure that the rubber washer is placed in between.
Faucet
Washers
Faucet Adapter
Quick Connector
Water inlet hose
Drain hose Washer
Washer
Rear View of Washer
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Unit Dimensions
29-15/16”
17-1/4”
17-5/8”
38-5/8”
17-1/4”
17-5/8”
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Grounding Instructions
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for
the electrical current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding
wire with a grounded plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is
properly installed and grounded.
•Improper use of the plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
•Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding
instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
Wiring Requirements
•This appliance must be plugged into at least a 15 AMP 110-115 VOLT,
60 HZ GROUNDED OUTLET.
Note: Where a standard two-prong outlet is
encountered, it is the personal
responsibility and obligation of the
consumer to have it replaced with a
properly grounded three-prong outlet.
Extension Cords:
We do not recommend that you use an extension cord.
Power Interruptions
Occasionally, there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or other
causes. Remove the power cord from the AC outlet when a power outage occurs.
When power has been restored, re-plug the power cord to AC outlet. If the outage
lasts for a prolonged period of time, clean the washer before using it again.
Electrical Connections
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Warning! Always unplug your appliance before cleaning to avoid electric shock.
Ignoring this warning may result in personal injury or death. Before
using cleaning products, always read and follow the cleaning product
manufacturer’s instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury and
product damage.
General Cleaning and Maintenance
Use only a damp or sudsy cloth to clean the control panel.
• To avoid any kind of damage to the cabinet finish, wipe the appliance cabinet as
needed. If liquid/powdered softener, bleach or detergent is spilled onto the
cabinet, wipe the cabinet immediately because it may cause damage to the finish.
•Do not use any abrasives, harsh chemicals, ammonia, chlorine bleach,
concentrated detergent, solvents or metal scouring pads. Some of these chemicals
and materials may dissolve, damage and/or discolor your appliance.
•Remove pins and other sharp objects from clothing to prevent scratches on interior
parts.
•The lint filter must be cleaned before each use for optimal efficiency. DO NOT
USE YOUR WASHER WITHOUT THE LINT FILTER IN PLACE.
•The filter screen of the water inlet valve may become blocked by soil and residue.
Please clean it with a brush monthly.
Long Absences / Moving
• Turn OFF the water supply faucets and disconnect the hoses. Drain water from all
hoses. This will prevent damage from water leakage if the hoses are
accidentally ruptured or if they become loose.
• Disconnect the electrical plug.
•Dry the inner washtub. If moving the washer, disconnect the drain hose.
• To prevent mold and mildew, leave the door open so that the moisture inside the
machine can evaporate.
•Reinstall the foam base/Styrofoam at the bottom of the unit to prevent internal
parts from becoming damaged due to vibrations and shock when the washer is
being moved to another location.
Proper Care and Cleaning
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