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Amana 40068304 Owner'S Manual Download Page 1

Owner's Manual

Top Loading Washer

Keep instructions for future reference. Be sure

manual stays with washer.

Contents

Important Safety Information ................ 3
Starting the Wash ............................... 4
Cycles ................................................ 6
Dispensers .......................................... 7
Features, Hints, and Care ................... 8
Moving and Storage ............................. 9
Trouble Shooting ................................. 10
Warranty ............................................. 12

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2000

Amana Appliances

Amana, Iowa 52204

Part No. 40068304
Printed in U.S.A. 9/00

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Summary of Contents for 40068304

Page 1: ...e Be sure manual stays with washer Contents Important Safety Information 3 Starting the Wash 4 Cycles 6 Dispensers 7 Features Hints and Care 8 Moving and Storage 9 Trouble Shooting 10 Warranty 12 2000 Amana Appliances Amana Iowa 52204 Part No 40068304 Printed in U S A 9 00 ...

Page 2: ..._____________________________ Dealer Phone ___________________________________ Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place for future reference or if warranty service is required For answers to questions or to locate an authorized servicer call 1 800 NAT LSVC 1 800 628 5782 inside USA or 319 622 5511 outside USA Warranty service must be performed by an authorized servicer Aman...

Page 3: ...or discarded remove door to washing compartment 8 Do not reach into washer if wash tub is moving or agitator is moving 9 Do not install or store washer where it will be exposed to water and or weather 10 Do not tamper with washer controls 11 Do not repair or replace any part of washer or attempt any service unless specifically recommended in user maintenance instructions or in published user repai...

Page 4: ...g for each wash load Do not fill above top row of holes in tub with clothes Use Water Level chart below to determine setting IMPORTANT Do not hold knob at RESET for extended periods or washer flooding may result If These Controls are Different from Yours These controls are intended to show the variety of features that are available in the product line If your washer does not have all the options t...

Page 5: ...h detergent sensitive skin It provides a second rinse to more completely remove laundry additives suds and perfumes in REGULAR PERMANENT PRESS KNITS and DELICATE cycles To select set switch to ON Set switch to OFF if not desired EXTRA RINSE adds 10 15 minutes to total cycle time EXTRA SPIN some models should be used when washing heavier items like towels that retain water The extra spin extracts a...

Page 6: ... MODELS Use for heavily soiled or stained items Washtub fills with water pauses approximately 12 minutes for soaking and spins water out to complete cycle HAND WASH SOME MODELS Use for fine fabrics normally washed by hand To protect fragile fabrics washer speed automatically runs at Gentle Slow regardless of position of speed selector switch If These Controls are Different from Yours These control...

Page 7: ...ory soap and wash garment as usual For best softener performance set water level to medium or higher 3 Clean softener dispenser after each use Remove dispenser housing from agitator by squeezing lower part of dispenser and pulling up on housing while tilting slightly to expose dispenser cup Rinse dispenser housing and cup in hot soapy water Clean funnel shape in top of agitator and inside of agita...

Page 8: ...ving garment stains Some stain removers such as rust remover may damage cabinet finish Do not use scouring pads or abrasive cleansers Do not lay sharp or rough objects on or against washer Finish could be damaged Remove pins buckles or other sharp objects from clothes to prevent scratching interior parts Leave lid open after use to allow inside of washer to dry and to help prevent musty odors from...

Page 9: ...tes to drain water Some antifreeze will also be lost If you have a septic system contact antifreeze manufacturer and make sure it will not harm system 5 Push in cycle selector knob to stop washer Dry inner wash tub disconnect electrical plug and close washer lid If moving washer disconnect drain hose Move and store washer ONLY in upright position To remove antifreeze after storage run washer throu...

Page 10: ...emoved during installation See Installation Instructions for details on removing shipping plug Water splashing or slapping noise Spray rinse Normal operation Washer sprays water inside tub while running at high speed during rinse and spin Whistling or whirling noise Drum spinning without cloths Normal operation Holes in the tub can cause this sound OPERATION Washer does not start Electrical power ...

Page 11: ...e set too low water heater too far from washer You may need to raise the temperature on your water heater Check your water heater manufacturer s recommendations as well as local codes for assistance Hot water being used elsewhere in house Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during washer use or there may not be enough hot water for proper cleaning If problem continues enlarge capacity of hot...

Page 12: ...vice charges if the servicer is requested to perform service in addition to normal service or outside normal service hours or area Adjustments after the first year Damage to clothing Repairs resulting from the following Improper installation or maintenance Any modification alteration or adjustment not authorized by Amana Accident misuse abuse fire flood or acts of nature Connections to improper el...

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