Contents Before using your machine for the first time Removing shipping bolts Packing material Checking water hardness Important safety instructions Grounding instructions Installation Transport/Winter storage Recycling Child safety Description of the washing Machine Detergent compartment Front panel Advice and tips before washing Sorting your laundry Clothing Laundry labels...
Before using your machine for the first time Removing shipping bolts Has the shipping bolt been removed? If not, see the "Installation instructions"chapter. Packing material Please sort waste materials in accordance with local guidelines. Checking water hardness The quantity of detergent needed depends, among other things, on water hardness.
Important safety instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the appliance. • Do not run appliance while you are out of the home.
Important safety instructions B) Grounding instructions for a permanently connected appliance: This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance. Note This manual does not cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.
Child safety • Laundry detergents are corrosive, so always keep them out of reach of children. • Should a child swallow detergent, give plenty to drink immediately, i.e., one or two glasses of milk or water. Do not try to induce vomiting.
Front panel 1. Main power button 2. Program selector 3. Display window 4. Setting buttons 5. Option buttons 6. Start/Stop button Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com...
Advice and tips before washing Contents Here are some tips that may help you before washing. Sorting your laundry Sort items according to: • how soiled they are • color • material Clothing • Close zippers so that they don’t harm fabrics.
Advice and tips before washing Laundry care symbols Wash cycle Wash water temperature Bleach instructions Dry clean symbol Tumble dry cycle Tumble dry heat setting Special drying instructions Ironing instructions Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com...
Advice and tips before washing Contents Colored cotton Colored cotton items labeled 140 °F (60 °C) should be washed on HOT, at first time in order to remove any excess dye. If you do not do so, there is a risk that the color will run.
Detergents Note! Due to environmental concerns, we discourage the use of chlorine bleach in your Asko washing machine. The tumbling wash action, temperature control options, extended wash times and proper amount of detergent are sufficient to remove most stains. Laundry detergents are available in low-, normal- and high-sudsing formulas.
Contents Advice and tips before washing Recommended powder detergents ASKO washers use 50% to 75% less detergent than most other washers. This is because of their low water consumption and the fact that all the wash water is repeatedly circulated through the laundry, ensuring that all the detergent is fully utilized.
Advice and tips before washing Detergent Amounts Based on Water Hardness The amount of detergent needed can vary due to differences in water hardness. To determine the water hardness in your area, contact your local water utility or area water softening company.
Operating instructions Contents Sort your laundry. See the "Advice and Tips" section before washing. Note! Always place underwire bras and similar garments that can damage the washing machine in a laundry net. Note! Empty pockets. Coins, nails, and the like can cause damage to the machine and fabrics.
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Operating instructions Liquid Bleach When using liquid bleach, follow the bleach manufacturer’s recommendations. The bleach will be automatically dispensed at the proper time during the wash cycle. Note! Do not fill above the compartment’s maximum fill level. Overfilling can cause early dispensing of the bleach which could result in damaged clothes.
Contents Operating instructions Program chart PROGRAM Wash Temperature Sequence Pre Wash Default Warm* HEAVILY Main wash SOILED Selectable Cold ~ Hot Default Main wash Ex. Hot SANITARY Selectable Warm* Default Main wash Warm BULKY ITEMS Cold ~ Selectable Warm* Default Main wash Warm EVERYDA...
Operating instructions Select settings and options By changing options and settings you can adjust the washing program to suit your own specific requirements. You can of course change the options at any time until you start a wash program Wash Select temperature by pressing the Wash button until the red field lights up beside the desired temperature.
Contents Selecting Options Pre-wash Use this option for loads that need pre-treatment. Adds 16 minutes pre-wash and drain. Extend Wash Adds time to the wash for better stain removal. Extra Rinse Provides an additional rinse. Use this option to ensure the removal of detergent or bleach residue from garments.
Care and maintenance instructions Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. Cleaning your washer Exterior - Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.
Care and maintenance instructions Cleaning the drain filter The drain filter is used to catch items such as threads, coins, pins, buttons, and items left in pants pockets. The drain filter needs to be cleaned regularly otherwise drain problems could occur. Caution : Be careful when draining if the water is hot.
Removing Stain Stained, heavily-soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk or grass. Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing. Stain removal rules • Use warm water for soaking or pre-washing stained laundry.
Troubleshooting Most problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. If the machine shows an error code in the display, consult the fault code descriptions below for a possible cure. Once you've tried the following suggestions, turn the power to the washer off. Next, turn the machine back on and restart the wash cycle.
Installation instructions Read these instructions carefully and completely before you install the machine. The installation should be carried out by a qualified person who is familiar with all local codes and ordinances for electrical and plumbing connections. Cosmetic damage must be reported to your dealer within five days from the date of purchase.
Installation instructions Level adjustment 1. The washer must be installed on a sturdy and solid floor or the unit may make considerable noise, vibrate and cause a malfunction. 2. Adjust the level of washer using adjustable legs. • Please check if there is any gap between the four adjustable legs and the floor.
Installation instructions Drain system • Never forget to install drain hose before operating your washer. • Open the packing box, and there is a drain hose inside the drum. • Connect the drain hose to the drain outlet at the back side of the washer. •...
Installation instructions Positioning the washer The location must be large enough to fully open the washer door. Washer dimensions 51 1/4" (130.1 cm) (78.7cm) 27" (68.6cm) Minimum installation spacing for recessed area installation. The following dimensions shown are for the minimum spacing allowed. Additional spacing should be considered for installation and servicing.
• Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the continental United States. • Pickup and delivery. ASKO washers are designed to be repaired in the home. In no event shall Asko Appliances Inc. be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages.
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Asko Appliances Inc. will pay for: ASKO replacement parts and/or repair labor to correct defect in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized ASKO service agent. ASKO replacement parts and/or repair labor to correct defect in materials or workmanship.
Quick guide Washing • Empty pockets and close zippers. • Read the item’s laundry label. • Sorting laundry. Note! Place underwire bras in a laundry net. Load the laundry • Turn the unit on by pressing the main power switch. •...
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