ASKO WASHER FEATURES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PREPARING THE LAUNDRY THE DETERGENT DRAWER DETERGENTS FABRIC SOFTENERS FABRIC DYEING RECOMMENDED WASH TEMPERATURES W6021 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS W6221 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS W6641 AND W6661 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS COMMON LAUNDRY PROBLEMS TROUBLESHOOTING ASKO PRODUCT WARRANTY INDEX...
Refer to page 17 for instructions on how to program this safety feature. ASKO washers have a child-safety catch on the detergent drawer that can be engaged to prevent a child from opening the drawer and possibly coming into contact...
Most washers have only two or three rinse cycles; some Refer to “The door won’t open” section in the have an option to add a fourth. ASKO washers have five Troubleshooting chart on page 21 for instructions on rinses and a Super Rinse option that adds two more.
TER SUPPLY CONNECTION Y CONNECTION To remove the shipping supports, follow the instructions Because ASKO washers have their own heating element, below: you only need to have a cold water inlet. The connection should be made by someone who is sufficiently skilled.
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ALLATION TION ASKO washers should never be stacked on a counter or a dryer. You can, however, stack an ASKO dryer on an ASKO washer. Refer to your Dryer Use and Care Guide for instructions on how to do this.
UNDRY Y Cotton and Linen Fabrics Cotton and Linen Fabrics We believe ASKO washers clean better than any other washer available on the market. With proper attention These items should be washed in full loads because to how you prepare your laundry items for washing and...
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CARE LABEL INSTRUCTIONS CARE LABEL INSTR UCTIONS Most clothes and other washable items have permanent As an example, the symbols in the label illustrated below care labels. Read these labels carefully! Care label mean: wash in warm water on permanent press setting. instructions and warnings should be followed for the Do no bleach.
THE DETER GENT DRA WER The detergent drawer on ASKO washers automatically We recommend that you don’t use bleach in your ASKO dispenses the detergent and fabric softener at the washer. The tumbling wash action, temperature control appropriate times. Simply pour the measured amounts...
Detergent Amounts Based on Water Hardness Detergent Amounts Based on Water Hardness The amount of detergent needed can vary due to to use a water softener to maximize the performance of differences in water hardness. To determine the water your washer. Also, in areas with extremely hard water hardness in your area, contact your local water utility or (9+) you may need to wash at lower temperatures to area water softening company.
The power must be on and you must press this button W6021 PROGRAMS AND OPTIONS W6021 PROGRAMS AND OPTIONS Your ASKO washer has several programs and options possible. The tables below define each program and specifically designed to give you the cleanest laundry option.
W6221 PROGRAMS AND OPTIONS W6221 PROGRAMS AND OPTIONS Your ASKO washer has several programs and options possible. The tables below define each program and specifically designed to give you the cleanest laundry option.
THE CONTR OL P THE CONTR OL P ANEL ANEL Models W6661 and W6641 have ASKO’s state-of-the- program buttons then press Start. Refer to “Preset art EasyControl™ panel, as illustrated below. To select Programs” below for a definition of these programs.
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THE PRESET PROGRAMS THE PRESET PROGRAMS ASKO washers are delivered preset with four commonly to “Customizing the Preset Program Buttons” below. used programs. The table below lists the preset Remember, you can temporarily adjust the temperature programs and the settings for each.
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WASH PROGRAM OPTIONS The table below lists the wash programs along with familiarize yourself with the wash programs and options the options available with each. The options are before you make any changes. And remember, it’s easy described in detail in the next table. It’s a good idea to to restore the preset programs.
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PROGRAMMING INSTR OGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS UCTIONS Below are the basic instructions for changing a preset wash program. The following paragraphs explain the menus and how to navigate them. You can make one-time program changes, or you can make permanent program changes. 1.
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Spin Speed Spin Speed RESTORING A PRESET RESTORING A PRESET PROGRAM PROGRAM This lets you set the spin speed. The spin speeds advance in 200 rpm increments. Only the spin speeds available for the wash program you selected will display. To restore a preset program to its original settings, (See chart on page 14.) simply press the button for the preset program you want...
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CHILD-SAFE STAR CHILD-SAFE ST ART T B B UTT UTTON CHILD-SAFE MENU BUTTON CHILD-SAFE MENU BUTTON As a safety measure, you can program the W6641 Please note that when you set the child-safe Start button, and W6661 not to start unless the START button is the Menu button is automatically programmed to delay for held down for three seconds.
CARE AND MAINTEN CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTR ANCE INSTRUCTIONS UCTIONS CLEANING THE DETERGENT CLEANING THE DETERGENT CLEANING THE CONTR CLEANING THE CONTROL P OL PANEL ANEL DRAWER DRAWER To clean the control panel, use only a warm, damp cloth. To prevent penetration of water into the door lock and 1.
COMMON LA UNDRY PR Y PROBLEMS OBLEMS Most items can be safely washed in an ASKO washing NOTE: ASKO has no control over what is put in our machine. We recommend that you follow the care label appliances once installed in a customer’s home. You...
Refer to page 22 (See illustration below.) to determine what is and is not covered under your warranty. If you’re still not sure, contact the ASKO Advisory Center before you call a service technician. Model Name (e.g., W6021, W6221,...
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TROUBLESHOO OUBLESHOOTING TING ( C O N T I N U E D ) ( C O N T I N U E D ) The door won’t open. The door won’t open. Extreme vibration during spin Extreme vibration during spin cycle.
For warranty service, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized ASKO service agent. Service will be provided during normal business hours. Should you have a service problem that cannot be resolved locally, contact AM Appliance Group at the numbers listed below.
4, 5 Child-safe catch Interrupting a program Child-safe menu button (W6641 & W6661) Child-safe start (W6641 & W6661) Knit shrinkage Control panel cleaning W6021 Languages, changing the LCD Laundry detergents W6221 W6641 and W6661 Laundry problems 19, 20 Cottons 6, 9...
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Warranty information Program changes, temporary Wash motor error Program menu (W6641 & W6661) Wash programs Programming options, W6641 & W6661 Celsius or Farenheit W6021 Child-safe start W6221 Language W6641 and W6661 Menus, W6641 & W6661 Wash temperature control Programming instructions Wash temperatures W6641 &...
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