Amana NTC3500FW0 Use And Care Manual

Amana NTC3500FW0 Use And Care Manual

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Compact Washer
Use and Care Guide
Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.amana.com

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WASHER SAFETY ...................................................................... 2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................. 3
PERMANENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....................... 6
PORTABLE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS......................... 10
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ....................................... 13
USING YOUR WASHER ........................................................... 15
WASHER MAINTENANCE ....................................................... 18
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 20
WARRANTY .............................................................................. 25
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................BACK COVER
W10778944B
W10778945B - SP
Laveuse compactes
Guide d'utilisation
et d'entretien
Table des matières
SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ................................................... 26
EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION ............................................... 27
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION PERMANENTE ............... 31
INSTRUCTIONS POUR L'INSTALLATION PORTATIVE .......... 35
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES .......... 39
UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE ............................................... 42
ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE ................................................. 45
DÉPANNAGE ............................................................................ 48
GARANTIE ................................................................................ 54
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............... COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE
Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.
Conçue pour utiliser un détergent haute efficacité seulement.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Laveuse compactes Compact Washer Guide d’utilisation Use and Care Guide et d’entretien Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.amana.com Table of Contents Table des matières WASHER SAFETY ..............2 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ........... 26 EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ..........27 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ..........
  • Page 2: Washer Safety

    Washer Safety...
  • Page 3: Installation Requirements

    Installation Requirements Permanent Installation Parts needed (not provided with washer): Tools and Parts NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. the risk of hose failure. The parts supplied are in the washer basket. Record hose installation or Portable Installation replacement dates for future...
  • Page 4 Alternate Parts You will need: A water heater set to deliver 120°F (49°C) water to ■ Your installation may require additional parts. For information the washer. on ordering, please refer to “Assistance or Service” on the back cover of this manual. A grounded electrical outlet located within 5 ft (1.5 m) of ■...
  • Page 5 Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure if the Stacked ■ washer is properly grounded. 3" Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. (76 mm) ■ 12" (305 mm) DRYER 48 in. (310 cm 12"...
  • Page 6: Permanent Installation Instructions

    Permanent Installation Drain System Instructions The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain system. Select the drain hose installation method you need. See “Tools and Parts.” Standpipe drain system –...
  • Page 7 Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only) Check that the washer basket is empty. Attach hose to hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand For floor drain installations, you will need to remove the until it is seated on washer.
  • Page 8 Secure Drain Hose Connect inlet hoses to washer Secure drain hose to laundry tub, standpipe, or wall Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 4.5" 4.5" 4.5" 4.5" 4.5" (114 mm) (113 mm) (114 mm) (114 mm) (114 mm) Remove inlet cap and attach hot water hose to hot water (right) inlet valve.
  • Page 9 Level the Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to reduce excess noise and vibration. For Permanent Installations: Check levelness of washer Move the washer to its final location. Place a level on top edges of washer. Use side seam as a guide to check levelness of sides.
  • Page 10: Portable Installation Instructions

    Portable Installation Instructions Connect fill hose Drain System The washer must drain into a sink or laundry tub with a carry-away capacity of 17 gal (64.5 L) per minute (for portable installations). The top of the tub must be at least 27" (68.6 cm) above floor and no higher than 48"...
  • Page 11 Secure drain hose Set wash TEMP to COLD Drain hose ¼" (6 mm) Clamp ¼" Cabinet (6 mm) Set the temperature setting on your washer to COLD. Set Place clamp over area marked “CLAMP.” Release clamp. the water temperature for the wash cycle by adjusting the Hot and Cold water faucets.
  • Page 12 Disconnect Washer Complete Installation Checklist Check electrical requirements. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. Remove fill-and-drain hose connector Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra from faucet part, go back through steps to see what was skipped. Check that you have all of your tools.
  • Page 13: Control Panel And Features

    Control Panel and Features LED TIME/STATUS DISPLAY CYCLE The Remaining Time display shows the time required for Press CYCLE to select a wash cycle. Choose from Normal, the cycle to complete. Factors such as load size and water Delicate, Heavy, Rinse, Spin, or Clean Washer. pressure may affect the time shown in the display.
  • Page 14 Dispensers Cycle Guide This section describes the available wash cycles and will help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels. Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your items.
  • Page 15: Using Your Washer

    Using Your Washer Add laundry products Sort and prepare your laundry IMPORTANT: If you are using the Compact Dryer Stack Stand Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small ■ (Part Number 49971), pull the washer forward before lifting object can pass under the washplate and become the washer lid.
  • Page 16 Using Laundry Product Dispensers Add liquid fabric softener NOTE: Do not add liquid laundry detergent, single-dose laundry packets, color-safe bleach, Oxi-type boosters, or fabric softener crystals to dispensers. They will not dispense correctly. Add to the basket prior to adding laundry. Add powdered HE detergent Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into dispenser;...
  • Page 17 When Medium is selected with the Normal or Heavy cycles, the washer will sense the size of the load and Select CYCLE adjust if required. You may change the load size setting while the washer is filling. If you change from Large to Medium but the water has filled past Medium, you will get Medium with the next fill.
  • Page 18: Washer Maintenance

    Washer Maintenance WATER INLET HOSES WASHER CARE (cont.) Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk Begin procedure of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses 2. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative): if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. a.
  • Page 19 WASHER CARE (cont.) NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, Cleaning The Lint Filter or not using your washer for a period of time, follow Clean filter after every load. these steps: 1. Press down, then out, to remove the lint filter. 1.
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com – In Canada www.amanacanada.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Vibration, rocking, or Front and rear feet or casters must be in firm contact with floor, Feet may not be in contact with “walking”...
  • Page 21 Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com – In Canada www.amanacanada.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won’t run or fill, Check for proper water supply.
  • Page 22 Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com – In Canada www.amanacanada.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ Load off balanced.
  • Page 23 Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com – In Canada www.amanacanada.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Not cleaning or...
  • Page 24 Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.com – In Canada www.amanacanada.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Incorrect dispenser Clogged dispensers or laundry Do not overfill dispenser.
  • Page 25: Warranty

    DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY Amana makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the representations contained in this warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes with this major appliance, you should ask Amana or your retailer about buying an extended warranty.
  • Page 26: Assistance Or Service

    Avant de faire un appel pour obtenir de l’assistance ou un entretient, vérifier la section “Dépannage” ou consulter www.amana.com/help. Cette vérification peut vous faire économiser le coût d’une visite de réparation. Si vous avez encore besoin d’aide, suivre les instructions ci-dessous.

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