RPW160-C
Contents Safety and Precautions Contents Safety And Precautions ................................................................... Basic Precautions ....................................................................... Installation Warnings And Precautions .......................................... Usage And Maintenance Warnings And Precautions ....................... 2 3 4 5 Installation Instructions....................................................................
Safety and Precautions Safety and Precautions Important Safety Instructions Installation Warnings and Precautions Warning-to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock ,or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions ,including the following : 1. Plug the power cord into an AC 120V/60Hz wall socket rated at 15amps or higher. Use the socket for this washer only. 2. Do not use an extension cord.
Safety and Precautions Safety and Precautions Installation Warnings and Precautions Usage and Maintenance Warnings and Precautions CAUTION 1. Do not install on carpet. Install washer on a level and solid floor that can support its weight. - Failing to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems with the product. 2. The washer is heavy. Two or more people may be needed to install and move the appliance. - Failing to do so may result in bodily or other injuries. 3.
Safety and Precautions Safety and Precautions Usage and Maintenance Warnings and Precautions Usage and Maintenance Warnings and Precautions CAUTION 6. Open the faucet slowly after a long period of non-use. - The air pressure in the water supply hose or the water pipe may result in damage to a part or in water leakage. 7. If a drain error occurs during an operation, check if there is a draining problem.
Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Unpacking and Removing Shipping Material Remove the packing box and lift the washer up and away from the foam base cushion. Open the lid of washer to take out all accessories including protection foam. Top lid Water inlet Drain hose Foam base cushion WARNING Power line Protection foam Packaging materials can be dangerous to children; Keep all packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of children’s reach.
Installation Instructions Key Dimensions and Specifications Location Requirements Required spacing Minimum clearances for closet and alcove installations A. Recessed area B. Side view - closet or confned area 20.3in. 515mm B 47.9in. 1215mm 36.6in. 930mm 36.6in. 930mm A 20.7in. 20.7in. 525mm 525mm 1 in. 25mm 20.3in. 515mm Sides - 1 in. / 2.5cm Rear - 6 in. / 15.2cm 11 24 in. 610mm Installation Instructions 1 in. 2 in. 51mm 25mm 20.7in. 525mm Closet Front - 2 in. / 5.1cm Top - 24 in.
Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Location Requirements Location Requirements Choose the Proper Location 3 in. (7.6 cm) 48 in.² * (310 cm²) Flooring For best performance, you must install your washer on a solidly constructed floor. Wood floors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations. - Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibration which can cause your washer to move slightly during the spin cycle.
Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Choose the Proper Location Choose the Proper Location Electric Use 120Volt 60Hz 15 Amps fuse or circuit breaker. Individual branch circuit serving only for your washer is recommended. Never use an extension cord. Install Your Washer WARNING Grounding Electrical grounding is required for this washer. This appliance must be grounded.
Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Install Your Washer Install Your Washer Step 2: Install the Bottom Cover Slide the bottom cover into the slots on bottom surface of the unit as in the following figure, and fix it with two screws attached with the unit. Bottom Cover Step 3: Connect the water hose 1.
Installation Instructions Installation Instructions Install Your Washer Install Your Washer Step 4: Connect the drain hose Position the other end of the drain hose. It can be positioned in three ways. A. Over the edge of a wash basin. Secure the g u i d e t o t h e s i d e o f the basin wall with a hook or to the tap with a piece of string t o p r e v e n t t h e d ra i n h o s e f r o m moving. B. In a standpipe The standpipe must be no shorter than 32 in. (81cm) and no longer than 39 in. (100cm). C.
Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Control Panel 7 - Load Size Press this button to set your washing load size. Your setting will decide the water level throughout all steps in the cycle. 8 - Delay Press this button to set your desired time to delay start the washer. 9 - Digital display The digital display will show and count down the estimated minutes for the wash cycle selected.
Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Washing a load of laundry Washing a load of laundry Step 3: Add detergent This washer is designed for high efficiency (HE) powder detergent only. Draw the compartment out and add the recommended amount of detergent directly into the detergent compartment before starting your washer. The normal amount of detergent to use is 1/4 to 1/2 of the maximum amount recommended by the detergent manufacturer.
Operating Instructions User-Maintenance instructions Cycle Guide Regular Cleaning and Maintenance Program Load Size Default Scope Sm Normal Heavy Delicate Quick Bulky Spin Only soak time Wash Time Rinse Times (about) (about) Final Spin Total Time Time - 15 min 1 7min 32min - 15 min 1 12min 37min Lg - 15 min 1 44min 69min Large Sm, Med, Lg Large Sm, Med, Lg - 15 min - 12 min 2 2 7min 3min 44min 37min Large Med Large Sm, Med, Lg - 3 min 1 3min 15min Large Sm, Med, Lg
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before calling for service Before calling for service Your washing machine is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If your washer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service: Problem Possible Cause Solutions Heavy wash loads may Thumping produce a thumping sound. sound Washer load may be out of balance.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before calling for service Before calling for service Problem Possible Cause Solutions Washer will not turn ON Power cord is not properly plugged in. NOTE: If the washer stopped during a cycle due to a loss of power, the washer will resume the cycle where it stopped when the power is restored. House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has tripped, or power outage has occurred. House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has tripped, due to multiple appliances on one outlet.
Troubleshooting APPENDIX Before calling for service Fabric Care Chart Problem Possible Cause Washer not Filter clogged. filling Inlet hoses may be properly kinked Insufficient water supply. The washer lid is open. Hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed. Water level is too low. Water inlet valve damaged. Water leaks Hoses not installed every load correctly. Solutions Disassemble the water inlet hose and clean the inlet point. Check that inlet hoses are not kinked or clogged.
