Amana NTW4500XQ0 User Instructions page 7

To use washer again
1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
Turn on both water faucets.
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E{ectrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet,
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3. Run the washer through a complete Normal cycle with
1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.
Storage, non=use, or vacation care
Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be
on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of
time, you should:
1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid
flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently
Asked Questions} to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
in U.S.A. www.amana.com/help
Noisy Water level seems too low
m {s the load balanced and the washer level? The wash load m
should be balanced and not tightly packed. The washer must
be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the
jam nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed).
See "installation instructions."
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Did you completely remove the ye{{ow shipping strap with
shipping pins? See "installation instructions."
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Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer
appear to not fill completely? The top of the agitator is
much higher than the highest water level. This is normal and
necessary for clothes to move freely.
Are c{othes not completely covered with water? This
washer uses much less water than traditional top load
washers. Clothes may not be completed covered with water.
Are the gears engaging after the drain and before spin, or m Are there dry spots on the load? If there are dry spots on
is the upper part of agitator c{icking during wash? These the load after the cycle has ended, select a higher load-size
are normal washer noises, setting, or wash a smaller load.
Leaking Dispensers clogged or bleach leaking
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Are the fill hoses tight?
Are the fill hose washers properly seated?
Is the drain hose installed? See "Installation Instructions."
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Is the sink or drain clogged? Sink and standpipe must be
able to handle 17 gal. (64 L.) of water per minute.
Is water deflecting off the tub ring or the load? Center
the tub before starting the washer. The wash load should
be balanced and not tightly packed. The fill or spray rinses
can bounce off the load. The washer must be level. The front
feet should be properly installed and the jam nuts tightened.
Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See "Installation
Instructions."
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Did you follow the manufacturer's directions when adding
fabric softener to the dispenser? Measure detergent and
fabric softener. Slowly pour into the dispensers. Wipe up all
spills. Dilute fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser.
Periodically clean the dispensers.
Did you put powdered color=safe bleach into the liquid
chlorine bleach dispenser? Add powdered color-safe bleach
directly to the basket.
I Check household plumbing for leaks.