Monthly/Yearly Maintenance - Splendide Comb-o-matic 5200 Quick Reference Manual

Easy Care and Maintenance
Monthly/Yearly Maint.
nWinterizing Your Machine
If needed, follow these steps to winterize your machine:
• With the machine power OFF, put 1/2 quart of R.V.-type antifreeze in the
drum. Close the door.
• Turn the Program Selector knob to Spin. Turn the power On. Let the
machine spin for 1-2 min.
• Turn the power OFF. Unplug the washer or disconnect power.
• Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect water inlet hoses from faucets
and drain. DONE!
To Use Again:
• Flush water pipes.
• Reconnect water inlet hoses to the corresponding HOT and COLD
faucets. Turn on both water faucets.
• Plug in washer or reconnect power.
• Run the washer through the Express cycle with 1/2 tablespoon of
powder detergent (or liquid equiv.) to clean out antifreeze. DONE!
nOptional RV Winterization:
If currently pumping antifreeze through the fresh water system, follow
these steps to winterize your machine:
• With the machine power OFF, turn the Wash Temp. knob to WARM.
• Turn the Program Selector knob to Regular wash (located in the Cotton
Heavy Duty section of the dial.) Turn the power ON.
• When you see antifreeze in the drum, turn the power OFF. Now
advance the Program Selector knob to Spin.
• Turn the power ON. Allow the drum to spin for 30 seconds.
• Turn the power OFF. DONE!
nCheck the Water Inlet Hoses
Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts,
wear, or leaks are found. Remove and clean the filters and the
water valves (Fig. 12). Replace inlet hoses as needed to
reduce the risk of hose failure.
Remove Filters Using Tweezers, Clear and Replace
nWhen Needed, Check the Pump
Your washer-dryer comes equipped with a self-cleaning pump that
does not require regular cleaning and maintenance. However, small
objects may accidentally fall into the pump: coins, hair clips, loose
buttons and other small items. To avoid possible damage, they are
withheld in an accessible pre-chamber at the lower end of the pump.
IMPORTANT: Before attempting to examine this pre-
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chamber, first ensure that the machine has finished its
program and is empty. As with any maintenance, unplug the
machine.
• To gain access, gently ease down the top of the toe-kick panel (at the
base of the front of the machine) with a screwdriver or similar item to
release it. Then ease the top edge forward to allow it to be lifted clear
(Fig.13).
• Place a shallow dish or tray below the cover of the pre-chamber to catch
the small amount of water present. Release the cover by turning
counter-clockwise (Fig 14). Remove any items or debris.
• Securely replace the cover by turning clockwise. Refit the toe-kick panel
by inserting the hooks on its lower edge into the slots and ease the top
edge back into position.
Clear the Pump Pre-Chamber As Needed
Fig. 13
Fig. 12
Fig. 14
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