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REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage,  

or moving:

1.

  Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and  

connect washer.

2.

  Before using again, run washer through the following   

recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

1.

  Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. 

Turn on both water faucets.

2.

  Plug in washer or reconnect power. 

3.

  Run washer through Casual Regular cycle to clean washer 

and remove antifreeze, if used. Use half the manufacturer’s  

recommended amount of detergent for a medium-size load.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, 
fire, or electrical shock.

WARNING

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you experience

Possible Causes

Solution

Vibration or Off-Balance

Check the following for  

proper installation or see 

“Using Your Washer” 

section

Feet may not be in contact with the 

floor and locked.

Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and washer 

must be level to operate properly. Jam nuts must be tight against 

the bottom of the cabinet.

Washer may not be level.

Check floor for flexing or sagging. If flooring is uneven, a 3/4"  

(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
See “Level the Washer” in Installation Instructions.

Load could be unbalanced.

Load dry garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. 

Adding wet garments to washer or adding more water to basket 

could unbalance washer.
Wash smaller loads to reduce imbalance.
Do not tightly pack. Avoid washing single garments.
Use the Normal Regular cycle and select Large Load Size for 

oversized, non-absorbent garments such as comforters or  

poly-filled jackets.
See “Cycle Guide” and “Using Your Washer.”

Noises

Clicking or  

metallic noises

Objects caught in washer  

drain system.

Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins 

could fall between basket and tub or may block pump. It may be 

necessary to call for service to remove items.
It is normal to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps, 

buckles, or zippers touch against the basket. 

Gurgling or humming

Washer may be draining water.

It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming 

sound with periodic gurgling or surging as final amounts of water 

are removed during the Drain/Spin cycles.

Humming

Load sensing may be occuring.

You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have 

started the washer. This is normal.

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.amana.custhelp.com - 

In Canada www.amanacanada.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call

Summary of Contents for NTW4600Y

Page 1: ...ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE BACK COVER Table des mati res S CURIT DE LA LAVEUSE 15 QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE 16 TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACT RISTIQUES 17 GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES 19 UTILISATION DE LA LAVEU...

Page 2: ...2 WASHER SAFETY...

Page 3: ...an off balance load IMPORTANT After the washer basket fills to the selected water level the lid must be closed before the wash cycle can start If filling stops with the lid open close lid and press ST...

Page 4: ...e lid will lock and the machine will begin operation 1 2 3 4 If the lid is open when the water stops entering the machine the cycle will not begin until the lid has been closed and the START Pause Unl...

Page 5: ...ts and mixed garment loads Normal Light Hot Warm Cool Cold High Use this cycle for lightly soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads This cycle features a spray rinse Machine wash silks hand washed fabric...

Page 6: ...ashable trim and ornaments Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to garments during washing Helpful Tips When washing water proof or water resistant garments load evenly Use mesh garment bags to...

Page 7: ...the basket or on load Do not use more than the recommended amount Close the lid and press the START Pause Unlock Lid button again to start the washer IMPORTANT Fabric Softener option knob must be set...

Page 8: ...ic care label instructions to avoid damage to your garments If you are using fabric softener be sure to set the Fabric Softener option knob to YES 9 Select options if desired 10 Press START PAUSE UNLO...

Page 9: ...dispenser d Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer when following this procedure e Close the washer lid f Select the cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of the washer g Press t...

Page 10: ...If flooring is uneven a 3 4 19 mm piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound See Level the Washer in Installation Instructions Load could be unbalanced Load dry garments in loose heaps evenl...

Page 11: ...opriately Check for proper water supply Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to inlet valve Both hot and cold water faucets must be turned on Check that inlet valve screens have not beco...

Page 12: ...or proper water supply Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed Both hoses must be attached to both washer and faucet and have both hot and cold water flowing to inlet valve Check that inle...

Page 13: ...s and straps could have tangled Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load Items may have been damaged before washing Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing Fabric damage can o...

Page 14: ...e easily determined The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRAN...

Page 15: ...15 S CURIT DE LA LAVEUSE...

Page 16: ...e IMPORTANT Apr s que le panier de la laveuse se soit rempli jusqu au niveau d eau s lectionn le couvercle doit tre rabattu pour que le programme de lavage puisse commencer Si le remplissage s arr te...

Page 17: ...ammes d taill es 1 2 3 4 START PAUSE UNLOCK LID BUTTON bouton mise en marche pause d verrouillage du couvercle Appuyer sur ce bouton pour d marrer le programme s lectionn puis appuyer de nouveau pour...

Page 18: ...en marche pause d verrouillage du couvercle pour poursuivre le programme RINSE rin age On entend des sons similaires ceux entendu lors du programme de lavage mesure que la laveuse rince et d place la...

Page 19: ...ge par vaporisation Articles en coton linge de maison draps et charges mixtes Normal Light service l ger normal Hot chaude Warm ti de Cool fra che Cold froide High lev e Utiliser ce programme pour les...

Page 20: ...t t salis par tout genre d huile y compris les huiles de cuisson Le non respect de ces instructions peut causer un d c s une explosion ou un incendie AVERTISSEMENT Risque de choc lectrique Brancher su...

Page 21: ...e Ne pas utiliser plus que la quantit recommand e Fermer le couvercle et appuyer de nouveau sur START Pause Unlock Lid mise en marche pause d verrouillage du couvercle pour mettre la laveuse en marche...

Page 22: ...s ou les charges volumineuses Les articles doivent pouvoir se d placer librement 7 S lectionner taille de charge Temp rature de lavage Chaude Hot De l eau froide est ajout e pour conomiser de l nergie...

Page 23: ...d tergent utiliser Ne jamais utiliser plus que la quantit recommand e de d tergent car ceci peut augmenter le taux d accumulation de r sidus de d tergent et de souillures l int rieur de la laveuse ce...

Page 24: ...our d marrer le programme REMARQUE Pour de meilleurs r sultats ne pas interrompre le programme Si l on doit annuler le programme appuyer sur START Pause Unlock Lid mise en marche pause d verrouillage...

Page 25: ...orrectement Les contre crous doivent tre bien serr s contre le bas de la caisse La laveuse n est peut tre pas d aplomb V rifier que le plancher n est pas incurv ou qu il ne s affaisse pas Si le planch...

Page 26: ...nderie Ne pas placer de ruban adh sif sur l ouverture du syst me de vidange Inspecter le circuit de plomberie du domicile pour v rifier qu il n y a pas de fuites ou que l vier ou le tuyau de vidange n...

Page 27: ...r sur START Pause Unlock Lid mise en marche pause d verrouillage du couvercle Ne pas ajouter plus de 1 ou 2 articles suppl mentaires apr s le d but du programme La laveuse ne se vidange pas n effectue...

Page 28: ...chaude et de l eau froide V rifier que les tamis des valves d arriv e ne sont pas obstru s liminer toute d formation des tuyaux Temp ratures de lavage contr l es pour effectuer des conomies d nergie C...

Page 29: ...de salet de la charge Programme utilis incorrect par rapport au type de tissu Utiliser une option de programme de niveau de salet plus lev e et une temp rature de lavage plus chaude pour am liorer le...

Page 30: ...la charge utilis e Odeurs L entretien mensuel n est pas effec tu tel que recommand Voir Nettoyage de la laveuse dans la section Entretien de la laveuse D charger la laveuse d s que le programme est t...

Page 31: ...r paration ou d un remplacement dans le cadre de ces circonstances exclues est la charge du client CLAUSE D EXON RATION DE RESPONSABILIT AU TITRE DES GARANTIES IMPLICITES LES GARANTIES IMPLICITES Y CO...

Page 32: ...chnicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States and Canada ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE Avant de faire un appel pour assistance ou servi...

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