Speed Queen AWS17NW User manual

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Installation Instructions
for Topload Washers
Washer Dimensions........................................................... 2
Before You Start................................................................ 2
Installation......................................................................... 3
Installer Checklist.............................................................. Back Cover
Date Purchased ________________
Model Number ________________
Serial Number _________________
Part No. 201471R1
April 2007
Inside.....................................

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Washer Dimensions
Before You Start
Supplies
For most installations, the basic supplies you will need
are:
Parts Included
An accessories bag has been shipped inside your
washer. It includes:
•Two fill hoses with washers and filter screens.
Refer to step 3 of Installation.
•Four rubber feet. Refer to step 5 of Installation.
•Beaded strap. Refer to step 4 of Installation.
•Installation Instructions.
•User’s Guide.
•Product Registration Card.
•Warranty Bond.
NOTE: If the washer is delivered on a cold day
(below freezing), or is stored in an unheated room
or area during the cold months, do not attempt to
operate it until the washer has had a chance to
warm up.
NOTE: Install dryer before washer. This allows
room for attaching exhaust duct.
*With leveling legs turned into base. TLW2075N
Figure 1
28 in. (71.1 cm)
*53 in. (134.6 cm)
.4 in.
(10.2 mm) 26 in. (66 cm)25.6 in. (65 cm)
*29 in. (73.7 cm)
*43 in. (109.2 cm)
*36 in. (91.4 cm)
22.13 in. (56.2 cm)
*40.25 in. (102.2 cm)
TLW1978N
1Safety Glasses
2Wood Block
3Wrench
4Screwdriver
5Pliers
6Level
Figure 2
1
2
5
6
4
3

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Installation
Step 1: Remove the Shipping Brace and
Shipping Plug
Remove the shipping brace from under the lid.
The shipping plug will be released from the base of the
washer when removing the cardboard base from the
washer. Refer to Figure 3.
NOTE: Do not tilt washer to front or sides when
moving.
Save the shipping brace and plug. They must be
reinstalled whenever washer is moved or transported
to a new location. This will prevent damage to the
washer. Refer to the User’s Guide for instructions on
reinstalling the shipping materials.
Step 2: Wipe Out Inside of Washtub
Prior to first wash, use an all purpose cleaner, or a
detergent and water solution, and a damp cloth to
remove shipping dust from inside of washtub.
TLW1975N
1Shipping Brace
2Shipping Plug
3Cardboard Base
Figure 3
1
3
2
TLW2009N
Figure 4

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Step 3: Connect Fill Hoses
Water Supply
Water supply faucets must fit standard 3/4 inch
(19.1 mm) female garden hose couplings. DO NOT
USE SLIP-ON OR CLAMP-ON CONNECTIONS.
Water supply faucets should be readily accessible to
permit turning them off when washer is not being
used.
Recommended cold water temperature is 50o to
75oFahrenheit (10oto 24oCelsius). Recommended
hot water temperature is 140oto 150oFahrenheit
(60oto 66oCelsius). Warm water is a mixture of hot
and cold water. Warm water temperature is dependent
upon water temperature and pressure of both the hot
and cold water supply lines.
Water pressure must be a minimum of 20 to a
maximum of 120 pounds per square inch (138 to
827 kPa) static pressure measured at the faucet.
NOTE: Water pressure under 20 pounds per
square inch (138 kPa) will cause an extended fill
time in the washer.
Turn on the water faucets and flush the lines for
approximately two minutes to remove any foreign
material that could clog the screens in the water
mixing valve.
NOTE: When installing in newly constructed or
renovated buildings, it is very important to flush
the lines since build-up may have occurred during
construction.
Connecting Hoses
Remove the two plain rubber washers and two filter
screens from the accessories bag. Install them into
each end of the fill hoses as shown in Figure 5. The
screen must be facing outward.
Screw hose couplings with the filter screens onto the
water faucets until they are finger-tight. Then, using a
pliers, screw approximately 1/4 turn. Use the red
color-coded hose for the hot water connection and the
blue color-coded hose for the cold water connection.
Screw hose couplings from other end of hoses onto the
water mixing valve until they are finger-tight. Then,
using a pliers, screw approximately 1/4 turn. Refer to
Figure 6. Make sure the red color-coded hose from the
hot water faucet goes to the water mixing valve
marked “H” and the blue color-coded hose from the
cold faucet goes to the valve marked “C”.
IMPORTANT: Do not cross thread or overtighten
couplings. This will cause them to leak.
Turn water on and check for leaks. If leaks are found,
turn off the water, unscrew hoses and reinstall them
until there are no leaks.
IMPORTANT: Turn off water supply whenever
there will be an extended period of non-use.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas
may be produced in a hot water system
that has not been used for two weeks or
more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If
the hot water system has not been used
for such a period and before using the
washer, turn on all hot water faucets and
let the water flow from each for several
minutes. This will release any
accumulated hydrogen gas. The gas is
flammable. Do not smoke or use an open
flame during this time.
W029
WARNING
TLW1976N
1Water Faucet
2Fill Hoses
3Plain Rubber Washer
4Hose Coupling
5Filter Screens
Figure 5
HOT
COLD
3
1
5
2
4

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IMPORTANT: Hoses and other natural rubber
parts deteriorate after extended use. Hoses may
develop cracks, blisters or material wear from the
temperature and constant high pressure they are
subject to.
All hoses should be checked on a yearly basis for
any visible signs of deterioration. Any hose showing
the signs of deterioration listed above should be
replaced immediately. All hoses should be replaced
every five years.
Step 4: Connect Drain Hose to Drain
Receptacle
Remove the drain hose from its shipping position on
the rear of the washer by unhooking the hose from the
retainer clamp.
Install the drain hose into the drain receptacle
(standpipe, wall or laundry tub) following the
instructions below.
IMPORTANT: Drain receptacle must be capable of
handling a minimum of 1-1/4 inch (32 cm) outside
diameter drain hose.
Standpipe Installation:
Place the adapter into the standpipe.
The recommended height for the standpipe is
36 inches (91.44 cm). Standpipes higher than 4 feet
(122 cm) are not recommended.
Remove the beaded strap from accessories bag and
place around standpipe and drain hose, approximately
12 inches (30 cm) down from the top of pipe and
tighten strap to hold hose to standpipe. Refer to Figure
7. This will prevent the drain hose from dislodging
from drain receptacle during use.
IMPORTANT: To prevent siphoning, do not place
any ribbed portion of the drain hose into the
standpipe.
W516I
1Water Faucets
2Cold Water Connection
3Hot Water Connection
4Fill Hoses
Figure 6
C
H
1
2
3
4
TLW1981N
1Standpipe Adapter
2Beaded Strap
3Standpipe - 2 in. (5.08 cm) or 1-1/2 in. (4 cm)
Diameter
Figure 7
1
2
3
12 in.
(30.49 cm)
36 in.
(91.44 cm)
Recommended
Height

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If standpipe is lower than 36 inches (91.44 cm), you
must install No. 562P3 Siphon Break Kit. Refer to
Figure 8. This kit is available (as optional equipment
at extra cost) through an authorized dealer or parts
distributor. Installation instructions are supplied with
the kit.
Wall Installation:
For installations of this type, the drain hose MUST be
secured to one of the fill hoses using the beaded strap
from accessories bag. Refer to Figure 9.
NOTE: End of drain hose must be below height of
cabinet top.
Laundry Tub Installation:
For this type of installation, the drain hose MUST be
secured to the stationary tub to prevent hose from
disloding during use. Refer to Figure 10. Use the
beaded strap (supplied in accessories bag) to secure
hose.
We recommend leaving the standpipe adapter on the
drain hose for this type of installation.
W512I
1562P3 Siphon Break Kit
2Standpipe
3Drain Hose
Figure 8
W329I
1Beaded Strap (tape if necessary)
2Standpipe Adapter
Figure 9
W512I
1
3
2
2
1
W515I
1Beaded Strap (tape if necessary)
Figure 10
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Step 5: Position and Level the Washer
Position washer so it has sufficient clearance for
installation and servicing.
Place washer in position on a clean, dry and
reasonably firm floor. Installing the washer on any
type of carpeting is not recommended.
For easier access to leveling legs, prop up washer with
a wooden block. Refer to Figure 11. Place rubber feet
(supplied in accessories bag) on all four leveling legs.
Refer to Figure 12.
Place a level on the cabinet top and check if the washer
is level from side to side and front to back.
If washer is not level, tilt washer back to access the
front leveling legs. Loosen the locknuts and adjust legs
by screwing into or out of washer base.
Once adjusted, tilt the washer forward on front legs
and lower back down into position to set the rear self-
leveling legs.
Make sure that the washer does not rock. When washer
is level and does not rock, tighten locknuts securely
against bottom of washer base. If these locknuts are
not tight, washer will not remain stationary during
operation.
Improper installation or flexing of a weak floor will
cause excessive vibration.
Do not slide washer across floor once the leveling legs
have been extended. Legs and base could become
damaged.
Verify that washer does not rock.
TLW1977N
1Wood Block
Figure 11
1
TLW1979N
1Level
2Locknut
3Leveling Leg
4Rubber Cup
5Washer Base
Figure 12
1
5
2
3
4

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Step 6: Plug in the Washer
Washer requires 120 Volt, 60 Hertz electrical supply
and comes equipped with a 3-Prong grounding plug.
Refer to serial plate for specific electrical
requirements.
When plugging in the washer:
•DO NOT overload circuits.
•DO NOT use an extension cord.
•DO NOT use an adapter.
•DO NOT operate both a washer and gas dryer on
the same circuit. Use separately fused 15 Amp
circuits.
The washer is designed to be operated on a separate
branch, polarized, three-wire, effectively grounded,
120 Volt, 60 Hertz, AC (alternating current) circuit
protected by a 15 Amp fuse, equivalent fusetron or
circuit breaker.
The three-prong grounding plug on the power cord
should be plugged directly into a polarized three-slot
effectively grounded receptacle rated 110/120 Volts
AC (alternating current) 15 Amps. Refer to Figure 13
to determine correct polarity of the wall receptacle.
DRY2022N
1L1
2Ground
3Neutral Side
4Round Grounding Prong
5Neutral
Figure 13
1
2
3
45
Standard 120 Volt, 60 Hertz
3-Wire Effectively
Grounded Circuit
0 V.A.C.
120±12
V.A.C.
120±12
V.A.C.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
serious injury or death, all wiring and
grounding MUST conform with the latest
edition of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No. 70, and such local
regulations as might apply. It is the
customer’s responsibility to have the
wiring, fuses and circuit breakers
installed by a qualified electrician to make
sure adequate electrical power is
available to the washer.
W518
WARNING
To reduce the risk of an electric shock or
fire, DO NOT use an extension cord or an
adapter to connect the washer to the
electric power source.
W082
WARNING

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Grounding Information
The washer must be grounded. 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.
The washer is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and a 3-prong
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.
Do not modify the plug provided with the washer - if it
will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by
a qualified electrician.
NOTE: Have a qualified electrician check the
polarity of the wall receptacle. If a voltage reading
is measured other than that in Figure 13, the
qualified electrician should correct the problem.
NOTE: The wiring diagram is located in the
control hood.
Step 7: Add Water to the Washer
To prevent damage to pump, do not run washer before
adding at least one quart water to the tub. If the washer
is run before any water is added, the pump seal may
overheat causing the pump to leak. Once installed, the
water retained in the drain system from the previous
cycle will provide sufficient cooling to prevent pump
seal damage.
NOTE: The agitator should not be removed except
for service. The washtub is designed to be self-
cleaning.
Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk
of electric shock. Check with a qualified
electrician or service person if you are in
doubt as to whether the washer is
properly grounded.
W216
WARNING
This unit is equipped with a three-prong
(grounding) plug for your protection
against shock hazard and should be
plugged directly into a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle. Do not cut or
remove the grounding prong from this
plug.
W213
WARNING
W391I
Figure 14
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Step 8: Check Lid Switch
Washer should stop agitating and spinning when lid is
opened.
Step 9: Check Installation
Refer to Installer Checklist on the back cover of this
manual and make sure that washer is installed
correctly.
Run washer through one complete cycle to make sure
it is operating properly.
W376I
Figure 15
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Installer Checklist
Fast Track for Installing the Washer
(Refer to the manual for more detailed information)
• Remove the
Shipping Brace and
Shipping Plug.
1
CHECK
TLW1975N
• Wipe Out Inside of Washtub.
2
CHECK TLW2009N
TLW2009N
•ConnectFill
Hoses.
TLW1988N
HOT
COLD
C
H
3
CHECK TLW1988N
Filter
Screens
Cold Valve
Connection
Hot Valve
Connection
Plain Washers
Red
Blue
• Connect Drain Hose
to Drain Receptacle.
4
CHECK
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W315IE0A
W316I
• Position and Level
the Washer.
5
CHECK
LEVEL
D255I
D255I
W316I
6
CHECK
D254I
• Plug in the Washer.
D254I
7
CHECK
W391I
• Add Water to the
Washer.
W391I
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• Check Lid Switch.
8
CHECK W391I