Speed Queen AWM472W2 Use And Care Manual Download Page 1

Page: 1 / 24

36729

Use and Care Guide

Home Laundry Automatic Washer

Models:

AWM472W2
AWM473W2

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. (If the washer changes
ownership, be sure this manual accompanies the washer.)

D249IE3A

Part No. 36729R2
10/96

yuiop

Summary of Contents for AWM472W2

Page 1: ...re Guide Home Laundry Automatic Washer Models AWM472W2 AWM473W2 KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE If the washer changes ownership be sure this manual accompanies the washer D249IE3A Part No...

Page 2: ...e 20 Operating Tips Out Of Balance Switch 20 Motor Overload Protector 20 Before You Call For Service 21 If Service Is Required 21 Information For Handy Reference Inside Back Cover Congratulations on y...

Page 3: ...bination washer dryer turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas THE GAS IS FLAMMABLE DO NOT SMOKE OR USE AN OPEN...

Page 4: ...e will stop the washtub within seconds if the loading door is opened during spinning If the washtub does not stop when the loading door is opened remove the washer from use and call the serviceman 22...

Page 5: ...oper sorting is easy if you follow a few guidelines 1 Sort by Color Whites W308IE0A Lights Darks Non Colorfast 2 Sort by Fabric and Construction Cottons and Linens W309IE0A Synthetics Blends Poly Knit...

Page 6: ...unt of space they take up not by their weight Mix large and small items in a load to get the best washing results Drop items loosely into the washtub The bulk of the clothes rather than the weight wil...

Page 7: ...and colorfast items heavily soiled items and diapers Warm Water By using warm water there is less chance of color loss in items Warm water also reduces wrinkling in permanent press items Use with lig...

Page 8: ...easure the the rinse bleach Never exceed one cup of bleach per full load Follow directions on care label of garment Never use chlorine bleach and ammonia in the same wash cycle Bleach should not be us...

Page 9: ...ore than one cup chlorine bleach for large loads three quarters cup for medium and one half cup for small loads Carefully pour recommended amount of bleach into the dispenser during the first fill of...

Page 10: ...bleach bluing starch detergents soaps or packaged water conditioners during this rinse Fabric softener is not to be used in dispenser when using Soak Prewash cycle When adding detergent to wash water...

Page 11: ...permanent press items and synthetics The wash time selection will depend upon the type of fabric and amount of soil There are two settings in the PERMANENT PRESS cycle normal and light The number sho...

Page 12: ...to start water fill After 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 TH...

Page 13: ...knits unless labeled machine washable Follow manufacturer s directions continued Cotton Knits Unless the label indicates that it is preshrunk cotton knits will probably shrink to some degree Overdryin...

Page 14: ...ted it is important 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 l...

Page 15: ...not withstand washing Use warm water Wash curtains frequently They can be weakened from soil fumes dust and the sun Fiberglass curtains need gentle care Read care label to see if washable Some fibergl...

Page 16: ...s hard to remove Check hem edge of sheets and pillowcases bottom end of t shirts etc If this portion is white and center is yellow the fabric contains unremoved soil Use sufficient detergent and a hot...

Page 17: ...nto stain If stain persists place a small amount of household ammonia on the stain and rub again with detergent If safe for fabric launder in hot water and chlorine bleach if traces of the stain persi...

Page 18: ...over Rit Putnam etc or rub in a paste of water and starch Let stand for 15 30 minutes and launder Lipstick Place on paper towel and sponge with cleaning fluid see WARNING on Page 17 Rinse Rub dampened...

Page 19: ...aged by being scorched If this has happened you may not be able to remove the marks Shoe Polish Rub dampened stain with detergent Launder in hot water and chlorine bleach if safe for fabric Soft Drink...

Page 20: ...ugh objects on or against the washer The finish could be damaged The washtub will need no particular care though it may need rinsing or wiping after an unusual load has been washed This also may be ne...

Page 21: ...reduce the risk of serious injury or death DO NOT repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user maintenance instructions or in publishe...

Page 22: ...22 36729...

Page 23: ...sed Model Number Dealer s Name Dealer s Address Service Agency Service Agency Address Record this information and keep your sales slip Model and serial numbers are located on the nameplate Consumer Af...

Page 24: ...24 36729 qwert...