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Washers Owner’ s Manual YBXR1060 Part No. 175D1807P231 Pub. No. 79-9960...
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Welcome to the RCA family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department. Congratulations! You Are Now Part Of The RCA Family.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. WATER HEATER SAFETY Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks...
PROPER INSTALLATION This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by calling us toll-free at the ®...
READ ALL INFORMATION BEFORE USING. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. WHEN USING THE WASHER Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait until the machine has completely stopped before opening the lid.
5 years. Before discarding a washer, or removing it from service, remove the washer lid to prevent children from hiding inside. REMEMBER… Your continued health and safety are important to us.
Load Size The water level should just cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly. Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub. Wash/Rinse Temp Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles.
Add water to dispenser until it reaches the maximum fill line. Do not stop the washer during the first spin. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes. It may stain them.
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About the washer features. Separate for cleaning. Cleaning the Fabric Softener Dispenser Remove the dispenser from the top of the agitator. Separate the dispenser cup from the cover by grasping the top and pushing down on the inside of the cup with your fingers. Dispenser cup will pop free from the cover.
When loading wet items make sure you set the load/water level high enough to allow the items to move freely. Water level should just cover the clothes. To add items after washer has started, push in Cycle knob and submerge additional items next to the agitator.
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Try not to hit surface with sharp objects. Moving and Storage: Ask the service technician to remove water from drain pump and hoses. Do not store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather. Contact the service location nearest you for information on how to keep the tub stationary when moving the washer.
• Turn off the water source and remove the water connection hoses from the upper back of the washer. Use a brush or toothpick to clean the screens in the machine. Reconnect the hoses and turn the water back on.
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The washer normally pauses between washing steps Incorrect cycle selected What To Do • Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it. • Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft. above floor. •...
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Try a liquid detergent. • Use warmer water temperature. • Load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer tub. • Make sure load size selector matches clothes load size. • Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for using dispenser.
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Avoid mixing heavy items (like work clothes) with light items (like blouses). • Try a fabric softener. • Load your washer so clothes have enough room to move freely. • Match Cycle selection to the type of fabric you are washing (especially for easy care loads).
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Washer is overloaded Detergent is not dissolving Dye transfer What To Do • While this is not caused by the washer, you can slow the pilling process by washing garments inside out. • Use more detergent (especially with larger loads).
The washer basket, if it should fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this twenty-year limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor or in-home service costs.
First, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to: Manager, Consumer Relations, RCA Appliances, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225. Finally, if your problem is still not resolved, write: Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606.