Reinstalling/Using Washer Again; Troubleshooting - Crosley TOP-LOADING WASHER Use And Care Manual

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TRANSPORTING
YOUR WASHER
1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water
inlet hoses.
2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow
"Winter Storage Care" directions before moving.
3. Disconnect
drain from drain system and drain any
remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain
hose from back of washer.
4. Unplug power cord.
5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.
6. Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.
7. Place packing tray from original shipping materials back
inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy
blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid and place
tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep lid taped until
washer is placed in new location.
Electrical 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.
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To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,
or moving:
1. Refer to "installation
Instructions" to locate, level, and
connect washer.
2. Before using again, run washer through the following
recommended
procedure:
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
Turn on both water faucets.
2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3. Run washer through Casual Regular cycle to clean washer
and remove antifreeze, if used. Use half the manufacturer's
recommended
amount of detergent for a medium-size
load.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
if you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Check the following for
Feet may not be in contact with the
Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and
proper installation or
floor and locked,
washer must be level to operate properly. Jam nuts must be tight
see "Using Your
against the bottom of the cabinet.
Washer" section.
Washer may not be level.
Check floor for flexing or sagging. If flooring is uneven, a 3/4"
(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
Load could be unbalanced.
Objects caught in washer drain
system.
Clicking or metallic
noises
See "Level the Washer" in Installation Instructions.
Load dry items in loose heaps evenly around basket wall.
Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to basket
could unbalance washer.
Wash smaller loads to reduce imbalance.
Do not tightly pack. Avoid washing single items.
Use Normal Regular cycle and Super or Large water level for
oversized, non-absorbent
items such as comforters or poly-filled
jackets.
See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in this Use and
Care Guide.
Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins
could fall between basket and tub or may block pump.
It may be necessary to call for service to remove items.
It is normal to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps,
buckles, or zippers touch against the stainless steel basket.
Gurgling or humming
Washer may be draining water.
It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming
sound with periodic gurgling or surging as final amounts of
water are removed during the Drain & Spin cycles.
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