Page 1: ...re Guide Home Laundry Automatic Washer Model LW8263W L2 D2491E3A KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE If the washer changes ownership be sure this manual accompanies the washer Part No 37791 7...
Page 2: ...er or independent servicer by calling 1 800 NATLSVC 628 5782 inside U S A and 319 622 5511 outside U S A When contacting Amana provide product information Locate product information on the nameplate W...
Page 3: ...Special Care 17 Stain Removal L_ 18 Maintenance Cold Weather Care _ _ 21 Care Of Your Washer 21 Vacat_ WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY and to reduce the risk of fire or an explosion do not store or use gasoli...
Page 4: ...IVE If the hot water system has not been used for such a period before using a washing machine or combination washer dryer turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several mi...
Page 5: ...uctions supplied by the garment manufacturer 24 Never operate the washer with any guards and or panels removed 25 DO NOT operate the washer with missing or broken parts 26 DO NOT by pass any safety de...
Page 6: ...ing is easy if you follow a few guidelines 1 Sort by Color Whites Lights Darks Non Colorfast W3081EOA 2 Sort by Fabric and Construction Cottons and Linens Synthetics Blends Poly Knits Permanent Press...
Page 7: ...6 7 perm press shirts OR 2 twin sheets 2 pillow cases OR 8 bath towels 6 bath cloths Large 10 11 perm press shirts OR 2 full size sheets 2 pillow cases 2 pair men s pajamas OR 12 bath towels 4 hand to...
Page 8: ...g the wash If iron comes from the water heater drain the heater occasionally to remove the rust If the Iron Condition Cannot Be Corrected Prepare the wash water first by adding detergent not soap then...
Page 9: ...each should not be used as a substitute for detergent Use the recommended amount of bleach When using liquid chlorine bleach always use the bleach dispenser Always measure the bleach Never exceed one...
Page 10: ...pour the proper amount of liquid fabric softener into the bottle measuring cap see bottle directions Pour into dispenser The large fabric softener dispenser allows for the fabric softener to be dilute...
Page 11: ...hould not be combined with bleach bluing starch detergents soaps or packaged water conditioners during this rinse When adding detergent to wash water do not allow any to enter into softener dispenser...
Page 12: ...ycle A full tub of warm water is recommended even for small loads to allow the delicate items to move freely through the water More water helps reduce fabric wear wrinkling and provides for a clean wa...
Page 13: ...fill is completed and agitation has started push the timer knob in This will stop the washer When the clothes have soaked the desired length of time TURN THE TIMER KNOB TO THE START OF THE LAST SPIN...
Page 14: ...synthetics will generally keep their shape When buying make sure the trimmings including belts are machine washable seams are not puckered and zippers and trimmings are well fastened Knits of Man Mede...
Page 15: ...mportant to remove them from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops How To Wash Permanent Press 1 Wash often Permanent press clothes tend to look clean even when they should be washed 2 Sort loads correc...
Page 16: ...per pail with a small amount of detergent or enzyme presoak Soak before washing Limit wash load to two dozen diapers Recommend an all purpose detergent Do not wash pillows unless they can be dryer dri...
Page 17: ...re not suitable for average soil Wash whites separately Separate light from heavily soiled items Clothes can pick up soil from dirty wash water Follow package directions Soften water if possible White...
Page 18: ...hine washed and or dried When using any kind of a dry cleaning fluid follow the manufacturer s recommendations The fumes should never be inhaled Use in a well ventilated room away from sparks and flam...
Page 19: ...ning f uid see WARNING on Page 18 Dampen s_in _ _ater and rub W_ _a_ seapo_ detergenti Launder in hot water if safe for fabdc Saturate the stain with hair spray or place the fabric face down on paper...
Page 20: ...nd chlorine bleach efab 0isd soo ore ooc nt ore0 it Rust Apply a commercial rust remover Whink Rit RoVer etc Follow manufacturer s directions Then launder as usual Tobacco Dampen stain and rub with ba...
Page 21: ...er use This helps prevent musty odors from developing Vacations and Extended Non Use IMPORTANT To avoid possible property damage due to flooding turn off the water supply to the washer whenever there...
Page 22: ...equired If service is required contact the nearest Factory Authorized Service Center If you are unable to locate an authorized service center or are unsatisfied with the service performed on your wash...
Page 23: ...ail P O Box 8901 Amana Iowa 52204 0001 1 800 843 0304 Monday through Friday 7 00 a m 6 00 p m Central Time Zone Please include model serial and manufacturing numbers date of purchase and selling deale...
