Table of Contents
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Inside . . .
Safety Information. . . .3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Clothing Care. . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . 21
Troubleshooting . . . . . 24
for your
topload
washer
www.alliancelaundry.com
Part No. 202920
August 2013
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
for your topload washer Inside . . . Safety Information..3 Operation ... . .5 Clothing Care..13 Maintenance ..21 Troubleshooting . - Page 2 W A R N I N G For your safety and to reduce the risk of fire or an explosion, do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Page 3: Safety Information
Safety Information Explanation of Safety NOTE: The word “NOTE” is used to communicate Messages installation, operation, maintenance or servicing information that is important but not hazard related. Throughout this manual and on machine decals, you will find precautionary statements (“DANGER,” Important Safety Instructions “WARNING,”... - Page 4 5. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may switch by permitting the washer to agitate or be produced in a hot water system that has spin with the lid open. A brake will stop the not been used for two weeks or more. washtub within seconds if the lid is opened HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
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Page 5: Operation
Operation Before Washing Prepare Wash Load Empty Pockets and Cuffs Make sure all pockets are empty and turn them inside out. One bobby pin, metal or plastic toy, nail or sharp object in a load can catch laundry and cause tears. Facial tissue left in a pocket will produce extreme “lint”. -
Page 6: Water Level
• When washing very large items, do not fill W A R N I N G washtub as full as with other loads. Water Level Do not wash or dry items soiled with vegetable or cooking oils. Some oils • may remain after washing and may The water level in your washer should fit the cause the fabric to catch on fire by... -
Page 7: Wash Temperature
Wash Temperature Energy Hot Water You can save energy when washing by following a few guidelines: Hot water will give the best results of cleaning and 1. Heating water accounts for the greatest sanitizing, but it is not suitable for all items. It is energy expense when washing. -
Page 8: Operating Your Washer
Operating Your Washer Delicate Cycle Wash delicate items usually washed by hand on W A R N I N G this cycle. A full tub of water is recommended (even for small loads) to allow the delicate items to move freely through the water. - Page 9 To Wash Clothes IMPORTANT: Before using your new washer, make sure the washer cord is plugged into an appropriate electrical outlet that has the proper earthing and polarity. Refer to washer nameplate for proper voltage and Hertz the washer is designed to operate on.
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Page 10: Manual Soaking
5. Set WASH temperature. (All rinses are cold.) 7. Set OPTIONS switch. TLW2149N TLW2149N TLW2149N TLW2148N 8. Select the cycle according to the type of 6. Set LOAD SIZE (WATER LEVEL) control. Use fabric being washed. Use the indented line on RESET if agitation has started and more the cycle selector knob as a guide. -
Page 11: Optional Features
Optional Features Fabric Softener Dispenser To Use Dispenser Bleach Dispenser Set the OPTIONS switch to REGULAR. The bleach dispenser is located in the left front corner, under the lid. After the clothes are loaded into the washtub and before the start of the WASH cycle, pour the Use liquid bleach in the dispenser. - Page 12 To Clean the Dispenser Use Tips • Remove the dispenser housing from agitator by The OPTIONS switch must be set to squeezing the lower part of the dispenser, pulling REGULAR. directly upward and at the same time tilting • Fabric softener spilled onto garments may slightly.
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Page 13: Clothing Care
Clothing Care Clothing Care Labels The symbols below appear on many clothing care Warning Tumble Dry Cycle labels. Following the instructions on each label will Signs help ensure the best laundry results. WASH Permanent Gentle/ Do not Normal DRY2035N DRY2033N Press/Wrinkle Delicate tumble dry... -
Page 14: Washing Special Items
Washing Special Items NOTE: Always Follow Manufacturer’s Care Label Instructions • Bedding Use warm wash temperature. • Use PERM PRESS cycle. • Pretreat heavily soiled areas before washing. • When washing an electric blanket, protect the plug by stitching the edge of the blanket over the plug. -
Page 15: Clothing Concerns
• Knits of Manufactured Fibers Use PERM PRESS cycle. • Wash water should be warm, or suitable for color and soil. • Rinse water should be cold. • Do not wash with lint-shedding fabrics. • Sweaters of Manufactured Fibers Follow directions for comparable knits. •... - Page 16 Problem Cause Solution Excessive Lint Improper Sorting Fabrics which shed lint cannot be washed with fabrics that receive lint. Insufficient Detergent / Use enough detergent so lint remains suspended in water and Non-phosphate Detergent flushed out. Mixing Fabric Types Knits and Permanent Press attract lint. Wash these only with similar items.
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Page 17: Stain Removal
Laundry Aids Comments • • Bleach Alternatives In some cases, mild bleaching may be accomplished using Always test to be sure that the white vinegar, hydrogen peroxide or lemon juice as a product will not damage fabric by pretreater. applying to a small part of the fabric •... - Page 18 Stain Treatment Alcoholic Beverages Rinse stain immediately with cold water or soak stain 30 minutes in cold water. Apply detergent or dishwashing liquid to any trace of stain while still wet. If safe for the fabric, wash in hot water using chlorine bleach. Baby Food, Formula Rinse with cold water.
- Page 19 Stain Treatment Fruit Juices Soak in cold water. Wash in hot water with chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric). Glue Rub with ice and scrape off excess glue. Place face down on paper towels and sponge with a pretreat product. Grass Place face down on paper towel and sponge with rubbing alcohol (if safe for fabric).
- Page 20 Stain Treatment Rust Apply a mild bleach such as lemon juice or a commercial rust remover (Whink, Rit, RoVer*, etc.) Follow manufacturer’ s directions. Wash as usual. Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise Scrape off excess. Apply a pretreat product. Rub stain with an enzyme soaking product and wash with hot water (if safe for fabric.).
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Page 21: Maintenance
Maintenance Cold Weather Care Replacing Hoses • • If the washer is delivered on a cold day (below Hoses and other natural parts deteriorate freezing), or is stored in an unheated room or after extended use. Hoses may develop area during the cold months, do not attempt cracks, blisters or material wear from the to operate it until the washer has had a temperature and constant high pressure they... -
Page 22: Motor Overload Protector
Reinstallation of Shipping • After the shipping brace has been installed in Materials the lid opening, tilt washer back enough to access base opening. • Insert shipping plug into base opening and, You must install the shipping brace and shipping using the palm of your hand, push shipping plug plug any time the washer is moved. -
Page 23: Preventative Maintenance
Preventative Maintenance Follow these guidelines to ensure the washer operates properly. Call for service if you observe any of the following: water of any amount on the floor, an increase in operating noise or water remaining in the washtub after a cycle. Frequency Maintenance Procedure 1. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Try these troubleshooting tips before making a service call. You may save time and money! Washer Symptom Possible Cause / Solution • Won’t Fill Make sure the lid is closed • Make sure power cord is plugged all the way into the electrical outlet. •... - Page 25 Washer Symptom Possible Cause / Solution • Won’t Drain Make sure drain hose is not kinked or twisted. • Make sure drain hose is not clogged. • Make sure drain receptacle is not clogged. • Refer to the Installation Instructions to make sure that the drain hose has been properly installed.
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Page 26: Contact Information
Contact Information When contacting us about your washer, PLEASE GIVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS. The model and serial numbers are located on the If service is required, contact the nearest Factory nameplate. The nameplate will be in the location Authorized Service Center.