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- Page 1 Use and Care Guide Home Laundry Automatic Washer 02491E3A Models: LW8463W/L2 KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. (If the washer changes ownership, be sure this manual accompanies the washer.) Amana Sears No. LW8463W2 35852 LW8463L2 35854 Part No. 37306R1 7/95...
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Page 2: Factory Service Centers
Washing Machine... Thank you for buying an Amana washer. Your satisfaction with this new product is very important to us. This Use and Care Guide will help you understand how your washer operates.., and how to get the most benefit from the features you selected. - Page 3 Table Important Safety Instructions .............." Before Washing Prepare Wash Load ................Sort ......................Pretreat ....................Loading the Washer Load Articles ..................Load Sizes ..................... Water Level .................... Water Water Hardness ..................Iron ......................Wash Temperature ................Laundry Tips ..................Washing Temperature Guide ...............
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Page 4: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Save These Instructions) --_, WARNING Do not repair or replace any Install the washer according to the INSTALLATION part of the washer, or attempt To reduce the risk of fire, INSTRUCTIONS. any servicing unless electric shock, serious connections for water, drain, specifically recommended in injury or death to persons... - Page 5 NOTE: The WARNING AND 21. Loading door MUST BE IMPORTANT SAFETY CLOSED any time the washer is to agitate or spin. INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all DO NOT by-pass the loading door switch by permitting the possible conditions and situations washer to agitate or spin with that may occur.
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Page 6: Prepare Wash Load
Before Washing... Sort Prepare Wash Load 3. Sort by Care Label Proper sorting is easy if you Empty Pockets and Cuffs follow a few guidelines: Make sure all pockets are empty Cold and turn them inside out. One bobby pin, metal or plastic toy, 1. -
Page 7: Load Articles
Loading the Washer... Water Level Load Sizes Load Articles Small Load items by the amount of Right 3-4 perm. press dress shirts space they take up, not by their weight. Mix large and small items 1 twin sheet, 1 pillow case in a load to get the best washing results. -
Page 8: Water Hardness
Water... Iron Wash Temperature Water Hardness Hot Water If iron Lspresent in the water, the Hot water will give the best results clothes may become an all-over of cleaning and sanitizing, but it is yellow or they may be stained 0 to 3.5 grains not suitable for all items. -
Page 9: Bleach Dispenser
Laundry Tips... i i ill i _ ii_i /i_ il iilil ii Comments Do not use a soaking SoaWPretreat • Use a soaking agent either during the soak cycle or Products agent with chlorine overnight to remove stains and soils. bleach. -
Page 10: Agitator Cap
Washing Temperature Guide... Comments • Best cleaning for heavily • Sturdy whites and colorfast items. soiled items. • Work clothes. (approx. 140 _ F) • Reduces wrinkling. • Soiled items. • Diapers. COLD • Saves energy. • Rinsing of all items. •... - Page 11 Use Tips • Fabric softener spilled onto garments may cause staining. To remove, soak in a soapy solution made from Ivory or Camay soap, or rub the stain with a bar of either of these HOUSING DISPENSER soaps. Then wash. •...
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Page 12: To Wash Clothes
To Use Your Washer... Extra Rinse The PERMANENT PRESS/ Operation Instructions Use this cycle for items you would KNITS cycle automatically cools like to have rinsed only. The the temperature of the fibers - A WARNING before the spin. After wash the washtub will fill to the level you To reduce the risk of fire, have selected on the LOAD SIZE... - Page 13 Timer 5. SetWASH/RINSE 6. Set LOAD SIZE (WATER LEVEL) control. Use RESET if temperatures. Although the washer cycles are agitation has started and more automatic, the timer may be reset water is needed. TEMPERA TURE -_ to lengthen, shorten, or repeat a 8/ZE- WA'f_R t.L=VB.
- Page 14 Special Care... Wool Sweaters Cotton Knits Starching Unless the label indicates that it is Loosely knit or delicately constructed sweaters will need preshrunk, cotton knits will Starching adds crispness and delicate care. Hand wash. probably shrink to some degree. body to fabrics, enhances soil Measure garment before and Overdrying contributes to resistance, and makes ironing...
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Page 15: Permanent Press
Permanent Press Permanent or durable press 6. Use fabric softener in the rinse garments and household items water. This will reduce the will usually not need pressing static electricity which attracts when washed and dried properly. lint and makes garments cling. However, some will be more wrinkle resistant than others. -
Page 16: Care Label Instructions
Washing Special Items... Always Follow Manufacturer's Care Label Instructions Bedding ,,Warm wash and rinse. oo,. o,=o.0oe o _SS/KNITS cycle Diapers • Rinse out diapers immediately in cold water and soak in a diaper pail with a small amount of detergent or enzyme presoak. Soak before washing. •... - Page 17 Washing Problems... To keep clothes looking white or bright, use good washing practices at all times to prevent a gradual build-up of soil or water hardness minerals on them. If you notice that your clothes are not as bright as they should be, take corrective measures immediately.
- Page 18 Stain Removal... Many soils will not become stains if treated promptly. Older stains may be difficult or impossible to remove. Hot water will set some stains, particularly protein based stains. Use cold or warm water on these before washing in hot water.
- Page 19 Stain Treatment Deodorants Some of these products contain substances that can change the color of Anti-Perspirants some dyes. The color can sometimes be restored if the area is sponged with ammonia then rinsed. To remove stains, apply white vinegar. Rub, rinse. If stains remain, rub detergent into stain and launder with hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).
- Page 20 Paint Water-based -- Treat by rinsing fabric in cool water while stains are still wet. Then launder. Dried paint cannot be removed. Oil-based -- Pretreat with a solvent recommended on the paint container. If not avaitable, use mineral spirits. Rinse. Pretreat with a stain remover or detergent, rinse and launder. Rub dampened stain with detergent: Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabdc)_ !f the fabric is discotoredi you can t_ to restore it by treating fresh stains with ammonia or old stains_vinegar:...
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Page 21: Vacations And Extended Non-Use
Maintenance... Cold Weather Care If the washer is delivered on a Wipe the washer cabinet as Leave the loading door open to cold day (below freezing), or is allow the inside of the washer to needed. If detergent, bleach or stored in an unheated room or other washing products are dry out after use. -
Page 22: Motor Overload Protector
Affairs Department Amans Refrigeration, Inc, -& WARNING 2800 220th Trail RO. Box 8901 To reduce the risk of Amana, iowa 52204-0001 serious Injury or death, Phone: 1-800-843-0304 DO NOT repair or replace FAX: (319) 622-8158 any part of the washer or... -
Page 23: Extended Service Plan
Keep an accurate record of any service calls -- what was done, who serviced the unit and the date. Amana has a large network of Authorized Service Centers in the U.S. However, if you should have a service problem that is not resolved locally --...
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