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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ESPAÑOL .RANÇAIS ENGLISH CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................... 3 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE ............................................................. 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................. 5 RECOMMENDED LOAD SIZES .................................................................. 7 CARE LABEL INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................... 7 THE CONTROL PANEL .............................................................................. 8 WASH PROGRAMS .................................................................................... 9 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE WASHER/DRYER ............................. 10 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................... 11 COMMON LAUNDRY PROBLEMS ........................................................... 12 TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................. 14 WARRANTY .............................................................................................. 15 QUICK START REFERENCE ................................................................... 16 2 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. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product. Do not use fabric softeners or dryer sheets unless the manufacturer gives written assurance that the product will not damage a tumble dryer. Do not heat-dry items containing: · vinyl, plastic, foam rubber or similarly textured rubberlike materials · fiberglass · wool unless the label specifies "washable" Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire. Do not heat dry items that have been drycleaned. 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 washerdryer, 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. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! This appliance must be properly grounded. Grounding instructions for a grounded, cordconnected 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. 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. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 3 ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE This combination washer and dryer is a domestic appliance capable of washing any type of fabric. The machine is constructed in sheet steel panels with a treated and painted finish that ensures its aesthetic quality remains unaltered over time. The motor and all moving parts have been designed and produced in a manner that guarantees minimum noise levels. The stainless steel drum is large and well mounted to ensure a better quality wash and a longer life of clothing. The control panel lets you use all the wash and dry programs with ease. The access door has a wide opening to facilitate easy loading and unloading of the washing. 2 1 3 1. Door 2. Stainless steel drum and barrell 3. Stove-enamelled power-coat paint 4. Four adjustable rubber-covered feet 5. Emergency drain and lint filter 4 5 SPECIFICATIONS: Supply voltage: Inlet supply hose: Supply pressure: Outlet hose: CAPACITY: Single-phase 115 V, 60 Hz, 15 Amp Two 5-ft (1.5 m) fill hoses (hot and cold) 15-142 PSI 5.5 ft (1.7 m) polypropylene hose, 3/4" ID Extra Large A B DIMENSIONS: A. Width 23-3/8" 59.37 cm B. Depth* 23-1/8" 58.74 cm C. Height 33-1/4" 84.45 cm * Depth w/door open: 38-3/4" (98.43 cm) For additional information, see the type plate on the inner door facing. 4 C INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully and completely before you install the machine. The installation should be carried out by a qualified person who is familiar with all local codes and ordinances for electrical and plumbing connections. Incorrect installation may cause damage and/or injury. If the integrity of the machine is in doubt, do not use it. Call your dealer for qualified assistance. The machine can be installed anywhere provided that the temperature is not less than 38° F (3° C) and the electrical cords and hoses behind the machine are not cramped. To install the machine, follow the steps below: 1. 2. Move the machine to its installation position and remove the outer wrapping and the polystyrene base. For transport reasons, the drum is locked in position. Loosen the four locking bolts and remove them along with the plastic spacers (Fig. 1). NOTE: If the plastic spacers cannot be removed from the machine, open the side panel by loosening the screws indicated as "V" in Fig. 1. Remove the spacers and replace the panel. Next, loosen the two locking screws (Z) and remove the two pins (U), as illustrated in Fig. 2. Keep the bolts, screws and pins for future use. Plug the holes with the six plastic plugs packed inside the drum with the documentation (Fig. 3). Level the machine by adjusting the feet by screwing or unscrewing as needed. Once the machine is level, tighten the locknuts (Fig. 4). V 3. 4. 5. FIG. 1 Z FIG. 2 U FIG. 4 FIG. 3 5 ENGLISH ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Check to make sure the main power supply and the outlet are appropriate to support a 110/120 V, 15 amp single-phase circuit. The power supply voltage is indicated on the filter door on the bottom right of the machine. Grounding Instructions This appliance must be grounded. In the case 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 serviceman 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. If the power supply cord is damaged in any way please contact the dealer. Position the appliance so that the plug can be accessed and disconnected easily in case of emergencies. WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION Before making the water supply connection, allow a quantity of water to flow from the tap. The water should be clean and free from impurities, especially where the system is new or has been left unused for a length of time. There are two hoses provided with the machine. The hot water hose is indicated with a red stripe running the length of the hose. Insert the filter (washer) supplied (Fig. 5) before connecting the water inlet hose to the valve. Check that the other end of the hose is tight (Fig. 5A). Turn the supply valve on (Fig. 5B). The drain outlet should be positioned at a height of between 23" (60 cm) and 35" (90 cm) above the floor (Fig. 6). NOTE: To prevent siphoning, do not seal the drain hose connection into the drain outlet. If the machine is not connected to a drain outlet, place the drain hose and bracket supplied over the edge of a sink or wash basin and anchor it in place. FIG. 5 FIG. 5A Hot Cold close open 23.5" (60 mm) minimum 35" (90 mm) maximum FIG.6 FIG. 5B 6 RECOMMENDED LOAD SIZES To reduce wrinkling, you should determine the load size based on the type(s) of fabrics being washed. Cotton and Linen Fabrics--These items should be washed in full loads because the tumble action of the tub along with the gentle rubbing, lifting and falling movement of the clothes gives the best cleaning result. Permanent Press Fabrics--These items need more room to move freely during washing for the most wrinkle-free results. Therefore, fill the machine only half full for permanent press items. Delicate Fabrics--These fabrics, such as machine washable wool and silk, should only be washed in one-third size loads for the best results. CARE LABEL INSTRUCTIONS Most clothes and other washable items have permanent care labels. Read these labels carefully! Care label instructions and warnings should be followed for the best cleaning results. The table below defines the typical symbols used on fabric care labels. (Note: Some manufacturers may use slightly different symbols.) WASH CYCLE Normal wash cycle Permanent Press or Wrinkle Resistant setting Gentle/Delicate setting Hand wash only Do not wash Do not wring. Hang dry, drip dry, or dry flat WASH WATER TEMPERATURE Maximum water temp 200 F/95 C Maximum water temp 160 F/70 C Maximum water temp 140 F/60 C Maximum water temp 120 F/50 C Maximum water temp 105 F/40 C Maximum water temp 85 F/30 C BLEACH INSTRUCTIONS Any bleach when needed Only non-chlorine bleach IRONING INSTRUCTIONS Do not bleach DRY CLEAN SYMBOL Dry clean only Ironing is necessary High temperature setting Medium temperature setting Low temperature setting Do not iron or press with heat Iron without steam 7 TUMBLE DRY CYCLE Machine dry Normal setting Permanent Press or Wrinkle resistant setting Gentle or Delicate setting Do not tumble dry TUMBLE DRY HEAT SETTING Any heat High heat Medium heat Low heat No heat/Air fluff SPECIAL DRYING INSTRUCTIONS Line dry or hang to dry Drip dry (do not spin or wring) Dry flat Dry in shade ENGLISH THE CONTROL PANEL The control panel is simple to understand and easy to operate. The illustration below defines the knobs and buttons and the following paragraphs define the purpose of each. Start Button PRE WASH EXTRA RINSE 20' 40' Drying Time Knob DELICATES 0' 140' 130' PREWASH/WASH RINSE Program Knob STOP DRY SPIN START REGULAR HEAVY STAIN WHITES 60' 120' SPIN DRY QUICK WASH COLOR FAST 70' 80' 100' 90' 110' STOP WOOL / HAND WASH COLOR COLOR FAST COLOR HEAVY STAIN ON OFF SYNTHETICS Extra Rinse Button Prewash Button Cycle Indicator Lights On/Off Button ON/OFF BUTTON This button switches the power to the machine on and off. The button will glow to indicate the power is on and the Start button will flash. PROGRAM ...