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- Page 1 /ancr A Raytheon Company Use and Care Guide Home Laundry Automatic Washer D31 01E3B Models: LW8363W/L2 KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. (If the washer changes ownership, be sure this manual accompanies the washer.) Part No. 37790R1 12/95...
- Page 2 Washing Machine Thank you for buying an Amana washer. Your satisfaction with this new product is very irr_portant 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
-, Table Important Safety Instructions ............Before Washing Contents 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 ............ -
Page 4: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Save These Instructions) Install the washer according --a, WARNING Do not repair or replace any to the INSTALLATION part of the washer, or attempt To reduce the risk of fire, INSTFIUCTIONS. All any servicing unless electric shock, serious connections for water, drain, specifically recommended injury or death to persons... - Page 5 NOTE: The WARNING AND Loading door MUST BE IMPORTANT SAFETY CLOSED any time the washer INSTRUCTIONS appearing in this is to agitate or spin. DO NOT manual are not meant to cover all by-pass tile loading door possible conditions and situations switch by permitting the that may occur.
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Page 6: Prepare Wash Load
Before Washing... " Prepare Wash Load Sort 3. Sort by Care Label Proper sorting is easy if you follow Empty Pockets and Cuffs a few guidelines: Make sure all pockets are empty Cold and turn them inside out. One _u_u_r_-"_um CD--'----m coCDrn C_O_ m c_ _ bobby pin, metal or plastic toy,... -
Page 7: Loading The Washer
Loading Washer... Load Sizes Water Level !Load Articles Right Small Load items by the amount of 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
Water... Wash emperature Water Hardness Iron Hot Water If iron is present in the water, the !_"__ Water Hot water will give the best results clothes may become an all-over of cleaning and sanitizing, belt it is yellow or they may be stained __2_._ 0 to 3.5 grains not suitable, for all items. -
Page 9: Laundry Tips
Laundry Tips... Laundry Comments Aids • Do not use a soaking Soak/Pretreat • Use a soaking agent either during the soak cycle or agent with chlorine Products overnight to remove stains and soils. bleach. Do rot use pretreaters • Always follow manufacturer's instructions with any around the washer or pretreatment... -
Page 10: Washing Temperature Guide
Washing Temperature Guide... Water Comments Temperature • Sturdy whites and colorfast items. • Best cleaning for hea_vily • Work clothes. soiled items. (approx. 140 -oF • Soiled items. or 60 -0C) • Reduces wrinkling. • Diapers. WARM • Light and moderately soiled 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 soaps. Then wash. HOUSING DISPENSER •...
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Page 12: How To Use Your Washer
How To Use Your Washer ,,.. To Wash Clothes The PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS Operation Instructions cycle automatically cools the IMPORTANT: Before using your temperature of the fibers before •- ,_ WARNING new washer, make sure the the spin. After wash the agitation To reduce the risk of fire, washer cord is plugged into a stops, the washtub spins slowly,... -
Page 13: Timer
Select the cycle according to Speed Setting 5. Set WASH/RINSE the type of fabric being temperatures. (Not on all models) washed. Push the timer knob in and turn clockwise to the Wash WASH TEMPERATURE desired cycle and wash time. Regular Pull the timer knob out to start WARM WARM... -
Page 14: Special Care
Special Care... " Starching Wool Sweaters Cotton Knits Starching adds crispness and Unless the label indicates that it is Loosely knit or delicately body to fabrics, enhances soil constructed sweaters will need preshrunk, cotton knits will r,esistance, and makes ironing delicate cat'e. -
Page 15: Permanent Press
Permanent Press 6. Use fabric softener in the rinse Permanent or durable press water. This will reduce the garments and household items ,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: Washing Special Items
Washing Special Items... Always Follow Manufacturer's Care Label Instructions • Warm wash and rinse. Bedding • PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle. • Pretreat heavily soiled areas before washing. • When washing an electric blanket, protect the plug by stitching the edge of the blanket over the plug. -
Page 17: Washing Problems
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 brighl: as they should be, take corrective measures immediately. -
Page 18: Stain Removal
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 Treatment Stain Deodorants and Some of these products contain substances that can change the color of some dyes. The color can sometimes be restored if the area is sponged with Anti-Perspirants ammonia then rinsed. To remove stains, apply white vinegar. Rub, rinse. If stains remain, rub detergent into stain and launder with I'iol water and chlorine bleach (if safe for fabric).
- Page 20 Stain Treatment 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 available, use mineral spirits. Rinse.
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Page 21: Maintenance
Maintenance... Cold Weather Care Leave the loading door open to Wipe the washer cabinet as If the washer is delivered on a allow the inside of the washer to needed. If detergent, bleach or cold day (below freezing), or is dry out after use. -
Page 22: Before You Call For Service
Amana Refrigeration, Inc. W3341EOA 2800 220th Trail To reduce the risk of P.O. Box 8901 serious injury or death, DO Amana, Iowa 52204-0001 NOT repair or replace any Phone: 1-800-843-0304 part ot the washer or FAX: (319) 622-8158 attempt any servicing Monday through Friday unles,,;... -
Page 23: When Service Is Required
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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