Clothing Care..15 Maintenance ..23 Troubleshooting ..25 Para bajar una copia de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.speedqueen.com. www.speedqueen.com for your topload washer Part No. 201472R3 October 2006...
Product Registration New owners of Speed Queen equipment are encouraged to register their appliance to insure proper warranty coverage. Register by returning the product registration card enclosed in the accessories bag or online at www.speedqueen.com.
Important Safety Instructions Save These Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death to persons when using your washer, follow these basic precautions: 1. Read all instructions before using the washer. 2. Refer to the Grounding Information in the Installation Instructions for the proper grounding of the washer.
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7. Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the lid to the washing compartment. 8. Do not reach into the washer if the washtub or agitator is moving. 9. Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to water and/or weather.
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23. If the washer’s volume or type of sound changes from what is normally heard, call an authorized service agent immediately to prevent possible damage to other components. 24. Never start a cycle and leave the property without first checking to make sure the wash cycle is complete.
Roll down cuffs and shake out grass, sand and gravel. Mend Rips and Tears Little holes can become bigger in the washer. Mend holes and tears before placing garments in the washer. Close Zipper and Fasten Hooks These can catch on garments in a wash load and tear them.
• When washing very large items, do not fill washtub as full as with other loads. Water Level • The water level in your washer should fit the size of your wash load. Small loads will use lower water levels. There must be enough...
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Wash Temperature Hot Water Hot water will give the best results of cleaning and sanitizing, but it is not suitable for all items. It is best for sturdy whites and colorfast items, heavily soiled items and diapers. Warm Water By using warm water, there is less chance of color loss in items.
Operating Your Washer W A R N I N G To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death to persons, read the Safety Information section before operating your washer. Determine Proper Cycle (Some cycles may not be included on your model)
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To Wash Clothes IMPORTANT: Before using your new washer, make sure the washer cord is plugged into a 120 Volt electrical outlet that has the proper grounding and polarity. Make sure the washer hoses are connected to the hot and cold water faucets, and that the faucets are turned on.
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4. Close the lid. The washer will not agitate or spin with the lid open. TLW1997N W A R N I N G To reduce the risk of serious injury, do not by-pass the lid switch by permitting the washer to agitate or spin with the lid open.
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To set or reset the timer, push timer knob in to stop the washer. Hold timer knob in firmly while turning it clockwise to the setting desired. Pull timer knob out to start the washer.
Carefully pour recommended amount of bleach into the dispenser during the first fill of the washer. Be careful not to spill undiluted bleach. It is a strong chemical and can damage some fabrics if it is not properly diluted.
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To Clean the Dispenser Remove the dispenser housing from agitator by squeezing the lower part of the dispenser, pulling directly upward and at the same time tilting slightly. This will expose the dispenser cup, which is also removable, for cleaning (refer to illustration).
Clothing Care Clothing Care Labels The symbols below appear on many clothing care labels. Following the instructions on each label will help ensure the best laundry results. WASH Machine Wash Cycle Normal Permanent Gentle/ TLW2011N TLW2010N TLW2012N Press/Wrinkle Delicate Resistant Water Temperature Cold Warm...
• Wash two pillows at a time or add towels for balance. • Use warm wash and cold rinse. • Stop the washer (by pushing the timer knob in) after water has filled half way. Submerge pillows to release trapped air. Start washer to complete fill. For best results, stop washer periodically during cycle to release air from pillows.
Improper Sorting Nonphosphate Detergent and Hard Water Water Not Hot Enough Overcrowding Washer Yellowed Clothes Unremoved Soil Clothes Stained From Iron in the Water To test if an iron stain, use a rust remover on a portion of the Older Clothes...
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• Always follow manufacturer’s instructions with any pretreat product (Spray ‘N Wash, Shout*, etc.). Detergents/Soaps • You may use detergents or soap in your washer. Powdered or liquid detergents can be used. Only use soap in soft water. Bleaches •...
Never put highly flammable substances like gasoline, kerosene, waxes, cooking oils, dry cleaning solvents, etc. into a washer or dryer. Never put articles that have been cleaned with such substances into a washer or dryer. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in a fire, explosion, and/or serious burns or death.
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Stain Blood Candle Wax Cheese Chewing Gum Chocolate or Cocoa Coffee, Tea Copier Toner Crayon Deodorants and Anti-Perspirants Egg, Gravy Eye and Face Make-up Fabric Softener Felt-Tip Marker Fruit Juices Grass Treat stain immediately. Soak 30 minutes or more in cold water. Rub detergent into stain.
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Follow manufacturer’s directions. Wash as usual. Scrape off excess. Apply a pretreat product. Rub stain with an enzyme soaking product and wash with hot water (if safe for fabric.). Do not leave washer unattended as remaining residue may cause fabric to catch on fire.
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Stain Scorching Shoe Polish Soft Drinks Soy Sauce Tobacco Toothpaste Urine Vomit Wine * Brand names are trademarks of their respective manufacturers. Wash using hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric). Fabrics can be damaged by being scorched. If this has happened, you may not be able to remove the marks. Rub dampened stain with detergent.
Maintenance Cold Weather Care • If the washer is delivered on a cold day (below freezing), or is stored in an unheated room or area during the cold months, do not attempt to operate it until the washer has had a chance to warm up.
• The shipping brace in the lid opening should be saved and reinstalled whenever the washer is moved. To reinstall the brace, open the washer lid and place the brace over the washer agitator, placing the back of the brace into the washtub first.
• Check the house fuse or circuit breaker. • Clean the screens in the water mixing valve and the filter screens located at the faucet • Water is being siphoned from the washer during the cycle. Refer to the Installation Won’t Start •...
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Washer Symptom Water Leaks • Check that fill hoses are properly installed on the faucets and the washer’s water mixing • Replace the fill hoses every five years. • Make sure drain receptacle is not clogged. • Check house plumbing.
Please include a copy of your bill of sale and any service receipts you have. If replacement parts are required, contact the source from where you purchased your washer or visit us online at www.speedqueen.com. To reduce the risk of serious injury or...
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