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Amana 4KNTW3100JW2 Use And Care Manual page 11

Top-loading high efficiency washer

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WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
washer.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
NON-USE AND VACATION CARE
Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving,
or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these
steps:
1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer.
2. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due
to water-pressure surge.
WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer
where it will not freeze. Some water may stay in hoses, and
freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during
freezing weather, winterize your washer.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain
water inlet hoses.
2. Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and
run washer on Rinse & Spin cycle for about 30 seconds
to mix antifreeze and remaining water.
3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain
water inlet hoses.
2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow
"Winter Storage Care" directions before moving.
3. Disconnect drain hose from drain system and drain any
remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain
hose from back of washer.
4. Unplug power cord.
5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.
6. Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.
7. Place packing tray from original shipping materials back
inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place
heavy blankets or towels into basket opening. Close
lid and place tape over lid and down front of washer.
Keep lid taped until washer is placed in new location.
Transport washer in upright position.
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REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,
or moving:
1. Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and
connect washer.
2. Before using again, run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet
hoses. Turn on both water faucets.
2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3. Run washer through jeans cycle to clean washer and
remove any antifreeze. Use half the manufacturer's
recommended amount of detergent for a medium-size
load.
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