EXPLOSIVE. EXPLOSIVE. using the washer, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is flammable; do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
This washer is equipped with an electrical overload protector. The motor will stop if it becomes overheated. The washer will automatically restart after a cool down period of up to 30 minutes, if the washer has not been manually turned off during this time.
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Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-3, before operating this washer. 1. 1. 1. 1. 1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.
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8. 8. 8. 8. 8. Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to...
Start the washer. Start the washer. Start the washer. Close the washer lid and pull out the cycle selector knob. Washer will fill and agitate with the lid open. The tub will not spin unless the lid is closed. •...
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TREATMENT TREATMENT STAIN STAIN STAIN STAIN STAIN TREATMENT TREATMENT TREATMENT Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or Adhesive tape, chewing gum, nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. rubber cement Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash. Baby formula, dairy products, Pretreat stain.
•Do not overload washer. •Use correct amount of detergent, water temperature and water level. •Use fabric softener in the washer to lubricate fibers. •When ironing, use spray starch or fabric finish on collars and cuffs. •Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
4. Add 1 gallon nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash tub. Close lid. 5. Set cycle selector knob at a spin setting. Pull out knob and let washer spin for 1 minute to drain out all water. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.
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Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes void Ser vice common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer. Checklist Checklist Checklist Checklist...
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Straighten hoses. Select higher water level/load size. Do not overload washer. When control is set at highest fill level, dry load level should not be higher than top row of circular holes in wash tub. Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with candy or meat thermometer.
GIBSON TOP LOAD W GIBSON TOP LOAD W GIBSON TOP LOAD W GIBSON TOP LOAD W GIBSON TOP LOAD WASHER W Models manufactured 1996 or later Models manufactured 1996 or later Models manufactured 1996 or later Models manufactured 1996 or later...
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Service Information Service Information Service Information Service Information Service Information (Canada) (Canada) (Canada) (Canada) (Canada) To avoid unnecessary cost and inconvenience, make a few simple checks before calling for service. Common occurrences and their solutions can be found in the Avoid Service Checklist.
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For the first year after purchase by the original consumer/owner: For the second year after purchase by the original consumer/owner: Lifetime washer, after purchase by the original consumer/owner: Top load automatic washers only: transmission for the third through tenth year after purchase by the...
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