Montgomery Ward 767000 User manual

Instruction Manual
Item: 767000
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Montgomery Ward Customer Service
3650 Milwaukee Street, Madison, WI 53714
8:00 am to Midnight, Monday through Friday
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Thank you for purchasing your Montgomery Ward Compact Washer.
Put through the paces by the experts, we guarantee that it will per-
form to the highest standard, time after time, with all the convenience,
easy cleanup and durability you rely on from Wards.
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Important Safeguards ................... 3
Electrical Safety ...............................4
Specifications.................................... 4
Parts & Features.......................... 5–6
Installation...................................... 6–8
How to Use.................................... 9–11
Helpful Hints .....................................12
Cleaning & Care...............................13
Troubleshooting....................... 14–18
Fabric Care Chart............................19
Return Information ...................... 20
Warranty..............................................21
Table of Contents
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Important Safeguards
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
• FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. DO NOT use this appliance for other than its
intended use.
• REMOVE all packaging materials and labels before first use. Please dispose
of the packaging materials via the appropriate recycling system, in an
environmentally friendly manner.
• This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation
instructions before it is used.
• DO NOT drape the cord where it can be pulled on or tripped over. Never unplug
your appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the plug firmly and
pull straight out from the outlet.
• We DO NOT recommend using an extension cord with this appliance.
• CLOSE SUPERVISION is necessary when using this appliance near CHILDREN.
Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance.
• A fire may occur if this appliance is used near FLAMMABLE MATERIALS,
including curtains, towels, walls, etc. DO NOT add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. DO
NOT place the appliance or its cord on or near a heated surface and DO NOT
place heated items (including candles) on top of washer.
• Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in,
soaked in or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or
explosive substances as they give o vapors that could ignite or explode.
• This appliance should always be used on a STABLE, DRY, HEAT-RESISTANT
SURFACE.
• DO NOT use near water or install in damp or wet areas. DO NOT operate
washer or touch cord or plug when hands are wet.
•Do not operate this appliance unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
• DO NOT use an accessory or attachment not recommended by Wards, as this
may cause injury, or damage the appliance.
• Keep hands, hair and clothing away from all MOVING PARTS.
• Do not use outdoors. Store and install the washer where it will not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing
• Turn OFF AND UNPLUG this appliance when not in use.
• NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THIS APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT USE AN APPLIANCE WITH A DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG, OR AFTER
THE APPLIANCE MALFUNCTIONS, OR HAS BEEN DAMAGED IN ANY MANNER.
• Appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled. Please dispose of
your old appliances using appropriate collection systems. Disposal of this unit
should be in accordance with federal and local regulations.
• Before discarding this item, we recommend you remove the lid.
Thank you
for your
purchase!
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Parts & Features
Specifications
Electrical Safety
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This appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug. This is a safety
feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock. Using an extension cord is not
recommended with this appliance. It is recommended that an electrical outlet
serving ONLY this appliance be used. This outlet must be properly installed and
grounded. If you have any questions about the grounding or electrical
instructions, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in
any way. Montgomery Ward cannot accept any liability for damage or injury
resulting from failure to observe these safety procedures.
POWER RATING 120V, 60Hz, 6.0A
CAPACITY 1.6 cu. ft.
CORD LENGTH 60"
DIMENSIONS 19¾"W x 35"H x 20½"D
MODEL RPW160
1. Lid
2. Cabinet
3. Base
4. Adjustable legs
5. Control Panel
6. Spin Barrel/Tub (under Lid)
7. Detergent Compartment (under Lid)
1
3
5
4
2
Water Hose (2) Bottom CoverQuick Connection
Adapter
Water Intake Cap
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Accessories
Faucet Fitting
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Parts & Features (cont.) Installation (cont.)
• Tools needed: pliers, Phillips-head screwdriver and level.
• Water pressure of 14 to 70psi is required. Water pressure less than 14psi may
cause water valve failure, or may not allow the water valve to shut o
completely, or may extend the fill time beyond what the washer controls allow,
causing the washer to turn o.
• The water faucet must be within 48" of the back of your washer to match the
hoses provided with your washer. Have water faucets easily accessible.
• Two people may be needed to install and move the appliance.
5. Use the quick connection adaptor if connecting to a single faucet. Skip this step
if you are connecting the washer to a sink with separate hot and cold faucets.
When connected to a single faucet that can dispense either hot or cold water,
both hot and cold water can be run through the cold water line for washing use.
However, it is recommended to only run cold water washes when the adaptor is
connected to such a faucet.
6. Pull back on the white ring to separate the faucet fitting from the quick
connection adaptor for installation to the faucet. If the faucet has internal screw
threads, unscrew the aerator from the tip of the faucet. Screw the faucet fitting
into the faucet. Make sure that the black rubber gasket is on the top of the
adaptor before screwing it in. If the faucet has external screw threads, remove
the gasket from the top of the faucet fitting, and screw the fitting over the
external threads. Screw the end of the cold water hose to the quick connector.
Pull back on the white ring to connect the two parts of the adaptor back
together.
7. Connect the ends of the water supply hoses to the hot and cold faucets. Use the
quick connection adaptor for the cold water faucet.
8. Tighten the fittings by hand until they are snug, and then tighten them an
additional ⅔ of a turn with a wrench. DO NOT fasten fittings too tightly. DO NOT
apply tape or sealant. Ensure fittings are connected securely by pulling down on
the hoses.
9. Place the free ends of the hoses into a bucket and open the faucets for 10 or 15
seconds to ensure the hoses are clear. Close the faucets before continuing.
10. Connect the ends of the water supply hoses to the water supply intake
connections on the back of the washer. The water supply hose connected to
the hot faucet must be connected to the hot water supply intake and the water
hose connected to the cold faucet must be connected to the cold water supply
intake.
11. Tighten the fittings by hand until they are snug, and then tighten them an
additional ⅔ of a turn with a wrench. If hoses are twisted or bent, they can leak
and cause electrical shock. An error code will occur if hoses are not connected
correctly. If you do not want to use the hot water supply hose, install the water
intake cap to that intake hole. In this case, you must select cold water as the
wash temperature choice.
12. Turn on the water supply and check all the connections and the faucets for
water leaks.
Lid
Pump Filter
Power Cord
Roller
Drain Hose
(may be
located
on side of
cabinet)
Water Inlet
with Plastic
Screen
Installation
1. DO NOT install on carpet. Install on a level, solid floor with the following clearance:
top 24", sides 1", back 6" and front 2" from walls or other items.
2. Remove packaging by lifting the box up over the appliance. The bottom foam
cushion MUST be removed before operating the washer.
3. Slide the bottom cover into the slots on the base of the washer and attach it with
1 screw (included).
4. Make sure there are rubber gaskets inside the fittings at both ends of the water
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How to UseInstallation (cont.)
WARNING: 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 pe-
riod, before using the washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let
the water flow for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydro-
gen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during
this time.
13. Connect the drain hose. Position the free end of the drain hose in 1 of 3 ways:
A. Over the edge of a sink. Secure the guide to the edge of the sink with
a hook or to the tap with a piece of string.
B. In a standpipe length between 32–39".
C. In a laundry tub with a height of 32–39".
Note: Make sure that the connection between the drain hose and the sink,
standpipe or laundry tub is NOT airtight.
14. Slide the washer into position.
15. Use a leveling gauge to ensure the washer is level. If not, level your washer by
turning the front leveling feet clockwise or counterclockwise as necessary.
16. Plug the power cord into a 3-prong electrical outlet.
17. Run a test cycle to check if your washer is properly installed:
A. Press ON/OFF to turn on your washer.
B. Press PROCEDURE to select RINSE and SPIN cycles.
C. Press START/PAUSE to start the test cycle.
D. The washer should not rock or vibrate excessively when water is
supplied or when the unit is washing or spinning, and should drain well
during the spin cycle. If the washer rocks and vibrates excessively, level
the washer again.
1. Press PROCEDURE to select cycle steps. The related light will be on indicating
that the step is selected. For normal wash, all soak, wash, rinse and spin lights
are on.
2. The digital display will show and count down the estimated minutes for the
wash cycle selected.
3. Press DELAY to delay washing start time up to 24 hours. If delay start is set,
the display will count down the hours until the cycle begins, and then change
to a countdown for the wash cycle.
4. Press LOAD SIZE to set the washing load size: large, medium or small. Your
choice will determine the water level.
5. Press TEMPERATURE to select water temperature: cold, warm or hot.
6. CONTROL LOCK is to prevent children from changing the operation status of
the unit. Press and hold TEMP and PROGRAM simultaneously to activate this
function. Press and hold TEMP and PROGRAM simultaneously again to
deactivate this function. When control lock is activated, no buttons will
function except POWER and the ability to deactivate control lock.
7. Press PROGRAM to select your desired washing program: normal, heavy or
delicate.
8. Press EXTRA RINSE to add 1 more rinse to a cycle.
9. Press START/PAUSE once to the start the wash cycle. Press during operation
to pause the cycle. Press again to continue the cycle.
10. Press ON/OFF once to turn on the power of the washer. Press again to turn
o the unit.
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CONTROL PANEL:

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WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY
1. Press ON/OFF to power your washer on.
2. Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, color and load size as needed. Load the
washer (remove coins, keys and other objects, and close all zippers first). DO
NOT OVERLOAD THE TUB; MAX LOAD IS NO MORE THAN ¾ FULL.
OVERLOADING MAY REDUCE WASHING EFFICIENCY, CAUSE EXCESS WEAR,
AND POSSIBLY CAUSE CREASING OR WRINKLING OF ITEMS IN THE LOAD.
3. Use high efficiency (HE) powder detergent only. Pull the compartment out
and add the recommended amount of detergent directly into the detergent
compartment. The normal amount of detergent to use is ¼ to ½ of the
maximum amount recommended by the detergent manufacturer, if the load is
small or lightly soiled, or if your water is very soft. Never use more than the
maximum recommended by the detergent manufacturer.
4. Press PROCEDURE to select your desired cycles.
5. Press LOAD SIZE to select the water level. Large is the default size.
6. Press TEMP to select your desired water temperature for washing action. For
some cycles, options in this function will be limited accordingly to PROCEDURE
selections. The temperature setting is for washing action only. Rinsing action is
cold water for all cycles.
7. If you wish to delay the washing start time, press DELAY. The display
will change from minutes to hours. Each further press of DELAY will add 1 hour
to the display up to 24 hours. One more press will cancel the delay function.
8. Press PROGRAM to select normal, heavy or delicate.
9. Press EXTRA RINSE to add 1 rinse to the selected cycles, if desired.
10. Press START/PAUSE to start the washing cycle. When the washing cycle
begins, the time in minutes for the cycle to complete will count down on the
display. If DELAY is set, the display will count down the hours until the cycle
begins, and then change to a minute countdown for the cycle.
Note: To add a forgotten item, press START/PAUSE to pause the washer. Wait
for the tub to stop turning, then open the lid. Add the item, close the lid, and then
press START/PAUSE to resume the cycle.
11. When washing is finished, the washer will turn o automatically. Turn o
water faucets.
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Program
Load
Size
scope
Soak
Time
(min.)
Wash
Time
(min.)
Number
of
Rinses
Final
Spin
Time
(min.)
Total
Time
(min.)
Normal S, M, L - 15 1 7, 12, 44 32, 37, 44
Heavy S, M, L - 15 2 7 44
Delicate S, M, L - 12. 2 3 37
Quick S, M, L - 3 1 3 15
Bulky S, M, L 15 15 2 7 59
Spin Only - - - - 24 24
Note: "Normal" program is the most suitable program to wash soiled cotton or
linen clothes and is the most ecient program in terms of combined
energy and water consumption for washing that type of laundry.
WARNINGS:
• Allow the washer to come to a complete stop before reaching in.
• This washer will not operate with the lid open. Do not force the washer lid open
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Helpful HInts
• If the water supply hose comes loose from the faucet and floods the
appliance, unplug the power plug.
• DO NOT wash water-proof items, mats or rugs (even if the washer mark is
on the care label).
• DO NOT put pillows, shoes, food waste, or animals into the washer.
• Do not wash laundry contaminated by oils, creams, or lotions usually found in
skincare shops or massage clinics. This may result in the rubber seal becoming
deformed and water leakage.
• This washing machine is not designed to handle heavy items such as
comforters or down coats.
• To operate, water in the washer must be as high as the marked water level.
• A time limit is built into the controls to prevent flooding in your home if a
hose becomes loose.
• Periodically check there is no leakage from the water inlet hose fittings.
Tips R
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, disconnect this appliance
from the power supply before attempting any user maintenance.
Pressing OFF does not disconnect this appliance from the power
supply.
Cleaning & Care
1. Turn o and unplug the appliance.
2. Turn o the water faucets.
3. Leave the lid open to allow the inside of your washer to dry out.
4. Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent or other spills as they occur.
5. Clean the control panel with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or
cleaning pads. Do not spray cleaners directly onto the panel.
6. Wipe the interior of your washer periodically to remove any dirt, soil or residue
that may remain in your washer as a result of washing clothes.
7. Run 1 cycle (without clothes) with some bleach every month to remove mold
or odors which may occur inside the washer.
8. Clean the lint filter every 10 cycles. Take it out and clean the filter with water,
then replace (see diagram below for location inside tub).
9. Clean the pump filter once every month. Take the filter out and clean it with
water. Replace.
10. Do not immerse any electrical appliance, its cord, or its plug, into water.
Lint Filter

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solutions
Thumping sound Heavy wash loads may
produce a thumping
sound or the load may be
out of balance.
If thumping continues, washer
is probably out of balance.
Pause the cycle and redistrib-
ute the load.
Vibrating noise Packaging materials were
not removed.
Wash load may be un-
evenly distributed in the
tub.
Check leveling feet.
Floor not rigid enough.
Remove packaging.
Pause the cycle and redistrib-
ute the load.
Level the washer.
Relocate washer to a solid
floor.
Excessive sudsing Too much detergent or
incorrect detergent.
Only use High-Eciency (HE)
powder detergent.
Water leaking Inlet hose connection is
loose.
House drain pipes are
clogged.
Drain hose has come out
of drain or is not inserted
far enough.
A large item is above the
top of the tub.
Over sudsing of
detergent.
Check hoses for leaks, or dam-
age; tighten if needed.
Unclog drain pipe.
If water is seen coming out
of the drain, check for proper
drain hose installation.
Check the load to ensure
items are not above the top of
the tub.
Only use High-Eciency (HE)
powder detergent in the de-
tergent compartment.
Problem Possible Cause Solutions
Rattling and clanking
noise
Foreign objects, such as
keys, coins, or safety pins,
may be in tub or drain.
Stop washer, check tub and
drain filter.
Wrinkling Washer not unloaded
promptly.
Washer overloaded.
Hot and cold water inlet
hoses are reversed.
Always remove items from
the washer as soon as the
cycle is complete.
The washer can be loaded
¾full. DO NOT tightly pack
the items. The lid of the
washer should close easily.
Hot water rinse can set
wrinkles in garments. Check
the inlet hose connections.
Staining Clothes were not properly
sorted.
Always wash dark colors
separately from light colors
and whites to prevent
discoloration. Never wash
heavily soiled items with
lightly soiled items.
Wash cycle time is
longer than usual
The washer automatically
adjusts the wash time for
the amount of laundry, water
pressure and other operat-
ing conditions.
This is normal. The washer
adjusts to provide optimal
results. The time shown on
the display is only an esti-
mate; actual time may vary.

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Problem Possible Cause Solutions
Washer will not turn
on
Cord is not plugged in.
Circuit breaker has
tripped or house fuse is
blown.
Check that plug is secure into
outlet.
Reset circuit breaker or re-
place fuse.
Poor stain removal Previously set stains. Articles that have previously
been washed may have stains
that have been set. These
stains may be dicult to re-
move and may require hand
washing or pre-treating to
aid in stain removal.
Water leaks every
load
Hoses not installed cor-
rectly.
Check that all hoses are
installed correctly and that
hose connections are tight
and secure.
Washer will not
drain water
Kinked drain hose.
Drain hose located
higher than 48". above
the floor.
Ensure that the drain hose is
not kinked.
Make sure the drain hose is
no higher than 48" above the
bottom of the washer and is
no more than 60" away from
the washer.
Problem Possible Cause Solutions
Washer will not
operate
Water supply is turned
o.
Control panel has pow-
ered o due to inactivity.
Washer is unplugged.
Lid is open.
Circuit breaker/fuse is
tripped/blown.
START/PAUSE was not
pressed after a cycle was
set.
Extremely low water
pressure.
Washer is too cold.
Washer is running under
Delay start program.
Turn on the water.
Press ON/OFF to turn on.
Ensure cord is plugged in.
Close the lid and press
START/PAUSE.
Check house circuit breakers/
fuses. The washer should be
on a dedicated circuit.
Reset and press START/
PAUSE.
Check another faucet in the
house to ensure water pres-
sure is adequate.
The display will not come on if
the washer has been exposed
to below freezing tempera-
tures. Let the washer come to
room temperature, then try
again.
It will start automatically after
the delay time has elapsed.

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Problem Possible Cause Solutions
Washer not filling
properly. (Because
this is a high-
eciency washer,
normally the water
will not cover the
clothing.)
Filter clogged.
Inlet hoses may be
kinked.
The washer lid is open.
Hot and cold inlet hoses
are reversed.
Water inlet valve dam-
aged.
Clean the filter.
Check the hoses.
Close the lid.
Check hoses.
Call customer service.
Error
Code Possible Cause Solutions
E1 It takes over 30 minutes to fill water but
cannot achieve its preset water level.
Check for washer not filling
properly and water leakage.
E2 It takes over 10 minutes to drain water
but cannot drain the washer empty.
Check for washer will not drain
water. Run spin cycle.
E3 The lid is open. Close the lid and press ON/
OFF.
E4 The washer runs out of balance 3 times. Redistribute the load.
XX Others
Turn o washer, unplug and
turn o water. Wait 10 minutes,
then plug in, turn on water and
reset the wash cycle. If error
persists, call customer service.
The following symbols provide garment care direction. The Clothing care labels
include symbols for washing, bleaching, drying and ironing, or dry cleaning when
necessary. The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers
of domestic and imported items. Follow care label directions to maximize garment
life and reduce laundering problems.