Starting The Washer - Dexter Laundry T-900 Operator's Manual

2.2

STARTING THE WASHER

2.2.1 Turn on power to the washer.
2.2.2 Ensure washer is in "RUN" mode.
Locate the "ADVANCE/RUN/PROGRAM" key switch and key. The
current mode is indicated by the alignment of the key slot. If
washer is not in "RUN" mode, insert and turn the key to the "RUN"
position.
2.2.3 Load the laundry.
Place laundry loosely into the cylinder and latch the door securely.
Be sure laundry does not get caught between the door gasket and
tub front when closing the door. Maximum load is 60 pounds
clothes, dry weight. Do not load the washer with more than 60
pounds.
NOTE: To begin closing the door, the handle must be in the
horizontal position. After moving the door to the closed position,
the handle must be turned down to the vertical position in order to
latch the door for machine operation.
2.2.4 Select wash cycle.
Select the appropriate cycle number (1 through 30) for the type of
load being washed. See the default cycle descriptions in section
3.3. Use the "UP" and "DOWN" buttons to change the two digit
cycle number on the display to the desired cycle.
2.2.5 Add washing chemicals.
If not using a chemical injection system, add low sudsing powdered
detergent into the "DETERGENT" compartment of the automatic
dispenser on the top of the washer.
If liquid wash products are used in the "DETERGENT"
compartment, they must be added at the beginning of the wash
cycle.
If desired, add fabric softener to the "FABRIC SOFTENER"
compartment. Use the amount of fabric softener as recommended
by the manufacturer. This compartment will be flushed during the
"FINAL RINSE" segment of the cycle.
If the machine is set for pre-wash, washing products can be added
to the round opening of the dispenser or put in with the clothes
when loading the washing machine.
If bleach is desired, DO NOT place into dispenser until step 2.2.7.
2.2.6 Press "START".
The door will lock and remain locked until the end of the cycle.
The cycle time remaining is displayed throughout the cycle. The
cycle number in operation can be displayed by pressing and holding
"START", then press "UP". The cycle number will be displayed as
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