Table Of Contents - Speed Queen AWM472W2 Use And Care Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of a new Automatic Washer. Your washer has been carefully constructed for
years of dependable service, using many of the same rugged, reliable components which are in many
coin-operated machines.
Table of
Contents
© Copyright 1996, Raytheon Appliances
All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any
means without the written permission of the publisher.
Important Safety Instructions ...................................................... 3
Before Washing
Prepare Wash Load .................................................................... 5
Sort ............................................................................................. 5
Pretreat ....................................................................................... 5
Loading the Washer
Load Articles ............................................................................... 6
Load Sizes .................................................................................. 6
Water Level ................................................................................. 6
Water
Water Hardness .......................................................................... 7
Iron .............................................................................................. 7
Wash Temperature ..................................................................... 7
Laundry Tips ................................................................................. 8
Washing Temperature Guide ....................................................... 9
Bleach Dispenser ........................................................................ 9
Agitator Cap ................................................................................ 9
Fabric Softener Dispenser and Agitator ...................................... 9
How To Use Your Washer
Determine Proper Cycle ............................................................ 11
To Wash Clothes ....................................................................... 11
Soaking ..................................................................................... 12
Timer ........................................................................................ 12
Special Care
Starching ................................................................................... 13
Knits .......................................................................................... 13
Permanent Press ...................................................................... 14
Washing Special Items ............................................................... 15
Washing Problems ..................................................................... 16
Stain Removal ............................................................................. 17
Maintenance
Cold Weather Care .................................................................... 20
Care Of Your Washer ................................................................ 20
Vacations and Extended Non-Use ............................................ 20
Operating Tips
Out-Of-Balance Switch .............................................................. 20
Motor Overload Protector .......................................................... 20
Before You Call For Service ....................................................... 21
If Service Is Required ................................................................. 21
Information For Handy Reference ................... Inside Back Cover
a WARNING
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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