WASHER
Models SWX703CQ/S
SWS1233CQ/S
SWS1339CC
Owner's Guide
LAVADORA
Manual del Usuario
SWS1649CQ/S
Contents
ImportantSafetyInstructions .................................................2
WashingProcedures...........................................................3-4
Stain Removal ......................................................................5
CommonWashingProblems .................................................6
Care and Cleaning ...............................................................7
Avoid Service Checklist ......................................................8-9
Español........................................................................ 10-20
Instrucciones Importantes de Seguridad............................... 10
Procedimientos para el Lavado.........................................11-13
Cómo Remover Manchas.................................................13-14
Problemas Comunes del Lavado........................................
15
Limpieza y Cuidado.............................................................16
Lista de Control de Averías..............................................17-18
Garantia........................................................................19-20
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Follow the guidelines below for preparing the wash load.
Washing Procedures
Read the Operating Instructions card for operating your specific model.
Always read and follow fabric care and laundry product labels.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons, read
Important Safety Instructions, pages 2-3, before operating this washer.
1. Sort laundry into loads that can be washed together.
Sort items by recommended water temperatures, wash time, and agitate/spin
speeds.
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Separatewhite,light,andcolorfastitemsfromdarkandnoncolorfastitems.
Separate items which shed lint from items which attract lint. Permanent
press, synthetic, knit and corduroy items will pick up lint from towels, rugs
and chenille bedspreads.
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Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled items.
Separate lacy, sheer and loosely knit items from sturdy items.
Sortlaundryintoloadsthatcanbe
washedtogether.
2. Prepare items for washing.
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Empty pockets.
Brush off lint and dirt. Shake out rugs and beach towels.
Closezippers,fastenhooks,tiestringsandsashes,andremovenonwashable
trims and ornaments.
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Remove pins, decorative buttons, belt buckles, and other objects which
could be damaged. This also helps protect other items in the wash load.
Mend rips and tears to prevent further damage during washing.
Placedelicateitemssuchasbras,shoulderpads,hosiery,andbeltsinamesh
bag to prevent tangling during the wash cycle.
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Turn knit items inside out to prevent pilling.
Emptypockets.
3. Pretreat stains and heavy soil.
See Stain Removal, pages 6-7, for details.
4. Add a measured amount of detergent to the wash tub
before adding the laundry load.
Follow detergent manufacturer's directions. The amount required depends on
type of detergent, load size and soil level, and water hardness.
5. Ifdesired,addliquidbleachtoBleachDispenser(somemodels).
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Before adding the wash load, add liquid bleach to bleach dispenser located
in left front corner under the lid:
Placedelicateitemsinameshbag.
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3/4 cup (180 ml) for small loads
1 cup (240 ml) for large loads
1-1/4 cups (300 ml) for extra-large loads.
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Then add 1 cup (240 ml) water to flush the dispenser.
Do not use powdered bleach in the bleach dispenser.
Formodelswithoutableachdispenser,dilutetherecommendedamountof
liquid chlorine bleach in 1 quart (.95 L) water. Add it to wash water after
a few minutes of agitation. Do not pour bleach directly on wash load.
BleachDispenser(somemodels)
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6. Add laundry load to washer.
Washing Procedures(continued)
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Dry load level should not be higher than top row of holes in wash tub.
Do not overload washer.
Do not put items on top of agitator or wrap them around it. Load items
evenly.
Combine large and small items in a load. Load large items first. Large items
should not be more than half the total wash load.
When washing a single heavy item, add 1 or 2 towels to balance the load.
7. If desired, add liquid fabric softener to Fabric Softener
Do not load items above
top row of holes in wash tub.
Dispenser (some models).
For models with a built-in dispenser (see picture to the left):
1. Addliquidsoftenertothedispenser,followingfabricsoftenerlabeldirections.
2. Add water to bring liquid level to fill line on dispenser cap.
3. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinse both cap and
cup with warm water. Replace dispenser in the agitator.
NOTE:Toseparatecapfromcup,putthumbintodispenserandpushagainstside
ofcup(seepicturetotheleft). Aftercleaning, pushcapandcupfirmlytogether.
Replacedispenserbylininguptheribsandgroovesandsnappingitintoposition.
Fabric softener will be flushed from area under the built-in fabric softener
dispenserwhenLargeLoadWaterLevelisselected.Ifabuild-upoffabricsoftener
occurs, clean with hot water. DO NOT REMOVE SERVICE CAP.
For models with a removable dispenser (see picture below to the left):
1. Attachfabricsoftenerdispensertotopofagitatorbypressingdowngently.
2. Add softener to the dispenser, following fabric softener label directions.
3. Add water to bring liquid level to top of the peg in the center of the cup.
4. Remove the dispenser from the agitator after each use. Rinse both lid and
bowl thoroughly with warm water. Reassemble and place dispenser on
agitator or store it nearby.
Built-In Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
Formodelswithoutafabricsoftenerdispenser,followfabricsoftenerlabel
directions. Add diluted fabric softener to the final rinse. Do not pour fabric
softener directly on the wash load.
8. Set cycle selector knob and washer controls according to
type, size, and soil level of each load, and detergent used.
See Operating Instructions card for your specific model controls.
Built-In Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
9. Start the washer.
Close the washer lid and pull out the cycle selector knob. The washer will not
agitate or spin with the lid open.
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To stop the washer, push in the cycle selector knob.
Do not stop and restart washer during a spin when using the fabric softener
dispenser.
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To change a cycle, push in the cycle selector knob. Turn it clockwise to the
desired setting. Pull out the knob to restart the washer.
Removable Fabric Softener Dispenser
(some models)
10.Remove items when the cycle is completed.
For your safety, the lid locks when the tub is spinning. It will remain locked for
about 1 minute after the tub stops spinning.
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Toopenthelidduringaspin, pushinthecycleselectorknobandwaitabout
1 minute for the lid lock to release. Do not force open the locked lid.
Place washed items in automatic dryer, line dry, or dry flat as directed by fabric
care label. Excess wrinkling, color transfer or odors may develop in items left in
the washer after the cycle has ended.
To avoid serious personal injury, do not operate washer if safety lid
lock is missing or damaged.
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Safe Stain Removal Procedures
To reduce the risk of fire or serious injury to persons or property, comply with the
basic warnings listed below:
Stain Removal
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Read and comply with all instructions on stain removal products.
Keep products in their original labeled containers and out of children's reach.
Thoroughly wash any utensil used.
Do not combine stain removal products, especially ammonia and chlorine bleach.
Dangerous fumes may result.
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Never wash items which have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted
with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances because
they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Do not combine stain removal products.
Never use highly flammable solvents, such as gasoline, inside the home. Vapors can
explode on contact with flames or sparks.
For successful stain removal:
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Remove stains promptly.
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Determine the kind of stain, then follow recommended treatment in the stain removal
chart on the next page.
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To pretreat stains, use a prewash product, liquid detergent, or a paste made from
granular detergent and water.
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Use cold water on unknown stains because hot water can set stains.
Check care label instructions for treatments to avoid on specific fabrics.
Check for colorfastness by testing stain remover on an inside seam.
Rinse and wash items after stain removal.
Follow fabric care label instructions.
STAIN
Adhesive tape, chewing gum,
rubber cement
TREATMENT
Apply ice. Scrape off excess. Place stain face down on paper towels. Saturate with prewash stain remover or
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Use product containing enzymes to pretreat or soak stains. Soak for 30 minutes or more. Wash.
Pretreat stain. Wash using cold water and bleach safe for fabric.
Baby formula, dairy products,
egg
Beverages (coffee, tea, soda,
juice, alcoholic beverages)
Rinse with cold water. Rub with bar soap. Or, pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes. Wash using
bleach safe for fabric.
Blood
Scrape off surface wax. Place stain face down between paper towels. Press with warm iron until wax is absorbed.
Replace paper towels frequently. Treat remaining stain with prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning
fluid. Hand wash to remove solvent. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Candle wax, crayon
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat with prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap.
Chocolate
Collar or cuff soil, cosmetics
Dye transfer on white fabric
Grass
Use packaged color remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Pretreat or soak in warm water using product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. For heavy stains and tar, apply
nonflammable dry cleaning fluid to back of stain. Replace towels under stain frequently. Rinse thoroughly. Wash
using hottest water safe for fabric.
Grease, oil, tar (butter, fats,
salad dressing, cooking oils,
car grease, motor oils)
Some inks may be impossible to remove. Washing may set some inks. Use prewash stain remover, denatured
alcohol or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid.
Ink
Wash with chlorine bleach if safe for fabric. Or, soak in oxygen bleach and hot water before washing. Badly
mildewed fabrics may be permanently damaged.
Mildew, scorch
Brush off dry mud. Pretreat or soak with product containing enzymes.
Pretreat with prewash stain remover. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Mud
Mustard, tomato
Nail polish
May be impossible to remove. Place stain face down on paper towels. Apply nail polish remover to back of stain.
Repeat, replacing paper towels frequently. Do not use on acetate fabrics.
WATER BASED: Rinse fabric in cool water while stain is wet. Wash. Once paint is dry, it cannot be removed. OIL
BASED AND VARNISH: Use solvent recommended on can label. Rinse thoroughly before washing.
Paint, varnish
Perspiration
Use prewash stain remover or rub with bar soap. Rinse. Wash using nonchlorine bleach in hottest water safe for
fabric.
For spots, use rust remover safe for fabric. For discoloration of an entire load, use nonchlorine bleach. Do not use
chlorine bleach because it may intensify discoloration.
Rust, brown or yellow
discoloration
LIQUID: Pretreat with a paste of granular detergent and water. PASTE: Scrape residue from fabric. Pretreat with
prewash stain remover or nonflammable dry cleaning fluid. Rinse. Rub detergent into dampened area. Wash using
bleach safe for fabric.
Shoe polish
Pretreat or soak in product containing enzymes. Wash using bleach safe for fabric.
Urine, vomit, mucus, feces
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Common Washing Problems
Manywashingproblemsinvolvepoorsoilandstainremoval,residuesoflintandscum,andfabricdamage.Forsatisfactorywashing
results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and Detergent Association.
SOLUTIONS
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSES
•Add detergent before wash load. Then
start washer.
Blue stains
•Detergent or liquid fabric softener
did not dissolve or disperse.
•If caused by detergent, mix 1 cup (240 ml)
white vinegar with 1 quart (.95 L) water
in a plastic container. Soak item 1 hour.
Rinse.
•Dilute fabric softener with water.
•If caused by fabric softener, rub stains
with bar soap. Wash.
•Rewash with correct amount of
detergent and hottest water safe for
fabric. Add bleach safe for fabric.
•Sort items by soil level and color.
•Use correct amount of detergent, hottest
water and bleach safe for fabric.
Discoloration,
graying
•Not enough detergent.
•Wash water temperature too low.
•Incorrect sorting.
•Use correct amount of detergent and
hottest water safe for fabric.
•Do not pour liquid fabric softener
directly on fabric. See package directions
or Washing Procedures for proper
diluting.
Greasy, oily stains •Not enough detergent.
•Undiluted liquid fabric softener
poured directly on fabric.
•Treat with prewash stain remover or
liquid detergent.
•Increase detergent and water
temperature. Rewash.
•Rub fabric softener stains with bar soap.
Holes, tears, or
snags
•Incorrect use of chlorine bleach.
•Unfastened zippers, hooks,
buckles.
•May be irreversible if rips, tears and seams
cannot be mended.
•Never pour chlorine bleach directly on
fabric.
•Check condition of items before washing.
See Washing Procedures for preparing
and loading the wash load.
•Rips, tears and broken threads.
•Overloading the washer.
•Degradation of fabric.
Lint
•Incorrect sorting.
•Reduce load size. Rewash using correct
water temperature, water level, and
amount of detergent.
•Add nonprecipitating water conditioner
to wash water.
• Add liquid fabric softener to final rinse.
•Dry load in dryer.
•Remove lint with lint brush or roller.
•See Washing Procedures for sorting and
preparing the wash load.
•Do not overload washer.
•Use correct amount of detergent, water
temperature and water level.
•Tissues left in pocket.
•Overloading the washer.
•Not enough detergent.
•Undissolved detergent has left
residue.
•Static cling is attracting lint.
•Load washed too long.
•Use fabric softener in the washer to
lubricate fibers.
•When ironing, use spray starch or fabric
finish on collars and cuffs.
Pilling
•Pilling is normal with synthetic and
permanent press fabrics. This is due
to abrasion from normal wear.
•Use a lint brush or shaver to remove pills.
(Fibers break off,
ball up and cling to
fabric)
•Turn items inside out to reduce abrasion.
•Increase water temperature using hottest
water safe for fabric.
•Do not overload washer.
Residue or powder •Undissolved detergent.
on dark items;
•Some nonphosphate granular
Stiff, harsh fabrics. detergents can combine with hard
•Reduce load size.
•Add dissolved detergent to tub . Rewash
load.
•Use liquid detergent or use nonprecipitating
water conditioner with nonphosphate
granular detergent.
water minerals to form a residue.
•Mix 1 cup (240 ml) white vinegar to 1
gallon (3.8 L) warm water in plastic
container. Soak item. Rinse and rewash.
•Do not overload washer.
•Remove items from washer as soon as cycle
is completed.
Wrinkling
•Overloading the washer.
•Reduce load size.
•Rinse in cold water with liquid fabric
softener.
•Use liquid fabric softener.
•Wash synthetics frequently using water at
least 100°F (37°C ) and correct water level.
Yellow buildup of •Agitation time too short.
•Soak in detergent booster or product
containing enzymes.
•Wash in hot water (120°F/49°C) using full
permanent press cycle. Increase
detergent. Add bleach safe for fabric.
•Or, treat with color remover.
body soil on
•Wash water temperature too low.
•Not enough detergent.
synthetic fabrics
•Use nonprecipitating water softener.
•Before washing, run hot water for a few
minutes to clear lines.
•Drain water heater occasionally.
•For an ongoing problem, install an iron filter
in your water supply system.
Yellow or brown
rust stains
•Iron or manganese in water supply, •To restore discolored load of whites, use
water pipes, or water heater.
rust remover safe for fabric.
Do not use chlorine bleach to remove
rust stains. It may intensify
discoloration.
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Inside
Care and Cleaning
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Removeitemsfromthewasherassoonasthecycleends.Excesswrinkling,color
transfer, and odors may develop in items left in the washer.
Use care with laundry
products. They can damage finish on
the washer.
Dry the washer top, the area around the lid opening, and the underside of the
lid. These areas should always be dry before the lid is closed.
Beforecleaningthewasherinterior,unplugtheelectricalpowercordtoavoid
electrical shock hazards.
When extremely soiled items have been washed, a dirty residue may remain on
the tub. Remove this by wiping the tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser.
Rinsethoroughlywithwater.
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The agitator or tub may become stained from fabric dye. Clean these parts with
a nonabrasive household cleanser. This prevents dye transfer to future loads.
Outside
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When washing is completed, wipe top and sides of washer with a damp cloth.
Turn water faucets off to prevent pressure build-up in the hoses.
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Asneeded,cleanthecabinetwithmildsoapandwater.Neveruseharsh,gritty
orabrasivecleansers.Iftoporlidbecomesstained,cleanwithdilutedchlorine
bleach [1/2 cup (120 ml) in 1 quart (.95 L) water]. Rinse several times with clear
water.
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Remove glue residue from tape or labels with a mixture of warm water and mild
detergent. Or, touch residue with the sticky side of the tape or label.
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Beforemovingthewasher,placeastripofcardboardorthinfiberboardunder
the front leveling legs to prevent floor damage.
WinterizingInstructions
If the washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or moved in freezing
temperatures,followthesewinterizinginstructionstopreventdamagetothewasher:
1. Turn off water supply faucets.
FollowWinterizing
Instructions for cold
weather care.
2. Disconnect hoses from water supply and drain water from hoses.
3. Plug electrical cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
4. Add 1 gallon nontoxic recreational vehicle (RV) antifreeze to empty wash tub.
Close lid.
5. Set cycle selector knob at a spin setting. Pull out knob and let washer spin for
1 minute to drain out all water. Not all of the RV antifreeze will be expelled.
6. Push in knob, unplug electrical power cord, dry tub interior, and close lid.
7. Store washer in an upright position.
8. To remove antifreeze from washer after storage, run empty washer through a
complete cycle using detergent. Do not add wash load.
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Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes
common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer.
Avoid Service
Checklist
OCCURRENCE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
NOISE
A certain amount of "clunking" or gear
sounds are normal in a heavy-duty
washer.
"Clunking"
sounds.
or
gear
This is normal.
Foreign objects such as coins or safety
pins may be in tub or pump.
Rattling and clanking
noise.
Stop washer and check tub. If noise continues after
washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your
authorized servicer.
Belt buckles and metal fasteners are
hitting wash tub.
To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub,
fasten fasteners and turn items inside out.
Washer is overloaded.
Squealing sound or hot
rubber odor.
Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce
load.
Heavy wash loads may produce a
thumping sound.
Thumping sound.
This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is
probably out of balance. Stop washer and redistribute
wash load.
Washer is not resting firmly on floor.
Vibrating noise.
Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling
legs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.
Shipping bolt and block have not been
removed during installation.
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing
shipping bolt and block.
Wash load unevenly distributed in tub.
Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
OPERATING
Electrical power cord may not be plugged
in or connection may be loose.
Washer does not start.
Housefuseblown, circuitbreakertripped,
or a power outage has occurred.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase
fuse capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it
corrected by a qualified electrician. If problem is a
power outage, call local electric company.
Water supply faucets are not turned on.
Cycle selector is not in correct position.
Motor is overheated.
Turn on water supply faucets.
Move indicator clockwise slightly. Pull out knob.
Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. It
will automatically restart after a cool down period of
up to 30 minutes (if washer has not been manually
turned off).
Lid is not completely closed.
Heavily soiled items.
Washer won't spin.
Close lid completely.
Wipe tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then
rinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items
before washing.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
OCCURRENCE
WATER
Residue left in tub.
Wash load too wet after
spin.
Washer is overloaded.
Do not overload washer. See Washing
Procedures.
Load is out of balance.
Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.
Straighten drain hose.
Drain hose is kinked.
Water does not enter
washer or it enters
slowly.
Water supply is not adequate in area.
Check another faucet in the house. Wait until
water supply and pressure increase.
Water supply faucets are not completely
open.
Fully open hot and cold faucets.
Water is being used elsewhere in the house.
Water pressure must be at least 30 psi (260 kPa).
Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is
filling.
Water level does not
cover load.
Water inlet hoses are kinked.
Straighten hoses.
Improper water level selection (for models
with
Select higher water level/load size.
water level/load size control).
Washer is overloaded.
Do not overload washer. When control is set at
highest fill level, dry load level should not be
higher than top row of circular holes in wash tub.
Warm or hot water is not
hot enough.
Hot water heater is set too low or is a distance
from washer.
Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet
with candy or meat thermometer. Water
temperature should be at least 130°F (70°C).
Adjust water heater as necessary.
Hot water is being used elsewhere in the
house.
Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during
washer use. There may not be enough hot water
available for proper cleaning. If problem persists,
your hot water system may be unable to support
more than 1 use at a time.
Water in washer does not
drain or drains slowly.
Drain hose is kinked or clogged.
Clean and straighten the drain hose.
Water leaks.
Fill hose connection at faucet or washer.
Check and tighten hose connections. Install rubber
sealing washers provided.
House drain pipes are clogged.
Oversudsing.
Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber if necessary.
Use less detergent.
Incorrect wash and rinse
temperatures.
Hot and cold water hoses are connected to
wrong supply faucets.
Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and
cold water hose to cold water faucet.
Water is entering washer
but tub does not fill.
Drain hose standpipe is incorrect height.
Standpipe must be a minimum of 33" (83.82 cm)
high to prevent siphoning. See INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS.
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