20004 - Waschmaschine ASKO - Kostenlose Bedienungsanleitung

Produkttyp	Waschmaschine
Marke	ASKO
Modell	20004
Höhe	81,9 cm (32,25 Zoll)
Breite	58,9 cm (23,19 Zoll)
Tiefe	58,9 cm (23,19 Zoll)
Gewicht	75,7 kg (167 lbs)
Spannung	208–230 V, 1-phasig
Heizleistung	1800–3000 W
Max. Schleuderdrehzahl	1500 U/min
Drehzahlbereich	600–1500 U/min (einstellbar)
Trommelmaterial	Edelstahl
Wasserdruck	1–10 bar (15–146 PSI)
Programmauswahl	11 Programme (Vorwäsche, Hauptwäsche, Spülen, Schleudern)
Optionen	Schonwäsche, Halbe Beladung, Sparprogramm, Kurzschleudern, Kein Schleudern, Hoher Wasserstand
Temperaturbereich	20°C – 95°C (kalt bis 95°C)
Kindersicherung	Ja (Tastenverriegelung)
Türverriegelung	Ja (Sicherheitsschalter)
Wartungshinweise	Flusensieb und Waschmittelschublade regelmäßig reinigen
Lieferumfang	Bedienungsanleitung, Transportsicherung (für Transport aufbewahren)

Häufig gestellte Fragen - 20004 ASKO

Wie öffne ich die Tür, wenn die Maschine nicht startet?

Stellen Sie sicher, dass der Hauptschalter eingeschaltet ist und die Stromversorgung funktioniert. Wenn die Tür nicht elektrisch geöffnet werden kann, entfernen Sie die untere Frontblende, lösen Sie den Kunststoffring und ziehen Sie ihn heraus. Danach sollte sich die Tür normal öffnen lassen. Bei weiteren Problemen wenden Sie sich an den Kundendienst.

Was tun, wenn die Maschine kein Wasser einlässt?

Überprüfen Sie, ob der Wasserhahn geöffnet ist. Reinigen Sie das Sieb im Zulaufschlauch, indem Sie den Schlauch abschrauben und das Sieb säubern. Achten Sie darauf, vorher den Wasserhahn zu schließen.

Warum schleudert die Maschine nicht?

Die Maschine hat einen Unwuchtsensor. Wenn die Trommel ungleichmäßig beladen ist, wird die Schleuderdrehzahl reduziert oder das Schleudern verhindert. Öffnen Sie die Tür, verteilen Sie die Wäsche gleichmäßig und starten Sie das Programm neu.

Was bedeuten die Fehlercodes F1 bis F6?

F1: Störung im Wasserzulauf. F2: Zu hoher Wasserstand. F3: Abpumpfehler. F4: Fehler im Temperaturfühler. F5: Störung im Thermoschutz. F6: Motorfehler. Schalten Sie die Maschine aus oder wählen Sie ein neues Programm, um die Anzeige zurückzusetzen.

Wie reinige ich das Flusensieb?

Öffnen Sie die untere Abdeckung, stellen Sie eine Schale darunter und drehen Sie den Pumpendeckel gegen den Uhrzeigersinn, um das Wasser abzulassen. Entfernen Sie den Deckel vollständig, reinigen Sie das Flusensieb und den Pumpenrotor. Setzen Sie den Deckel wieder ein, drehen Sie ihn zuerst bis zum Klicken, dann bis zum Anschlag.

Wie aktiviere ich die Kindersicherung?

Drücken Sie innerhalb von 15 Sekunden fünfmal die Taste 'Start/Stopp' und anschließend fünfmal eine andere Taste (z.B. Programmauswahl). Im Display erscheint '3'. Mit '-' wird die normale Startfunktion (0 blinkt) und mit '+' die verzögerte Startfunktion (3 blinkt) gewählt. Nach zwei Sekunden ist die Einstellung gespeichert.

Welches Waschmittel soll ich verwenden?

Verwenden Sie ausschließlich niedrig schäumende Waschmittel. Übliche Mengenangaben reduzieren Sie auf 1/4 bis 1/2 der empfohlenen Dosis. Flüssigwaschmittel neigen zu mehr Schaum – beginnen Sie mit 1–2 Esslöffeln. Vermeiden Sie stark schäumende Produkte.

Wie stelle ich die Startzeitvorwahl ein?

Drücken Sie die Starttaste wiederholt, um die gewünschte Verzögerung in Stunden einzustellen (maximal 12 Stunden). Das Display zeigt die eingestellte Zeit. Bestätigen Sie mit Drücken der Starttaste. Nach Ablauf der Verzögerung startet das Programm automatisch.

Warum bleibt nach dem Schleudern Wasser in der Maschine?

Mögliche Ursachen: Der Ablaufschlauch ist geknickt oder verstopft, oder die Pumpe ist blockiert. Überprüfen Sie den Schlauch auf Knicke und reinigen Sie die Pumpe wie im Abschnitt 'Flusensieb reinigen' beschrieben. Verwenden Sie nur niedrig schäumende Waschmittel, um Schaumbildung zu vermeiden.

Wie pflege ich die Waschmittelschublade?

Drücken Sie die Taste für die Vorwäsche (PRE-WASH), um das Fach mit Wasser auszuspülen. Entfernen Sie eingetrocknete Rückstände mit einer Bürste. Drücken Sie dann für drei Sekunden eine Taste, um Wasser in das Hauptwaschmittelfach zu spülen. Lassen Sie die Maschine kurz abpumpen, um das Reinigungswasser zu entfernen.

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG 20004 ASKO

How to use the washing machine

Important:

Read all instruction. The machine must be installed by the electrician. The machine must not be started until the transit packing has been removed. (It prevents the tub from shaking while the machine is being transported.) WARNING-To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

20004

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Printed on paper friendly to the environment.

USA

WARNING - Important!

Improper connection of the conductor can result in a risk of electric and conventional electrical conductivity. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded. The plug must be grounded.

This appliance must be a plugged into an appliance outlet that is placed and grounded in accordance with all local

codes and ordinances. Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or gases as they give off vapors that

explosive substances could ignite or explode.

How to use the machine

Follow the figures in the strip through this booklet for brief instructions on how to use the machine.

Full details and comments can be found below the strip and must be fully read before operating the washing machine.

Contents:

How to use the machine	2
Guide to parts	2
The control panel	3
Opening the door	3
Sort the washing	4
Detergent	5
Which program should I choose?	6
Program examples	6
Program options	7
Control settings	8
Care of the machine	9
If the machine does not work	10
The fault-tracing program	10
Other signals	10
Safety	10
Child safety	10
Specifications	11
Installation	11–12
Removing the transit packing
Adjusting the feet
Building in the machine
Electrical installation
Water supply connection
Drain outlet connection
Problems and Solutions	13–14
Warranty	15
Summary	16
How to use the machine
Choosing the right program

Guide to parts

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Main On/Off switch

1. Turn on the main switch. The display will light up and show 00 as the time remaining.

1. Open the inner door by pressing

If the door does not open, see below.

To manually open door, see page 10.

The control panel

Opening the inner door

The indicating lamp indicates that the door is open or will be opened automatically.

To open the door, turn on the main switch and then press

To open the door while the machine is running, press for three seconds. The machine will pump out sufficient water to allow the door to be opened without water spilling out. When you reclose the door, the program continues from where it left off.

If you press ☐ while the machine is spinning, there will be a delay for safety reasons before the door is opened.

To load more washing

If you want to load more washing after the machine has started, press ☐=0 for three seconds. If the water level is below the edge of the door, the door will be opened immediately. If the water level is above the edge of the door, water will be pumped out until the level is below the edge of the door, after which the door will open.

Start / Stopp

The indicating lamp shows that the machine is running.

This pushbutton starts the machine. It also stops it if held in for three seconds.

Delayed start function

You can also prevent children starting the machine by playing with the pushbuttons by programming the machine so that it will start only if the Start pushbutton is pressed in fo three seconds.

1. Press 5 times and then 5 times within 15 seconds. Then 3 is flashing in the display.

2. Press - to get normal start function. 0 is flashing.

3. Press + to get delayed start function. 3 is flashing.

After two seconds, the machine reverts to the normal programme.

3.

Load the washing into the drum and close the door. Press firmly: the door cannot be closed by slamming. Close the outer door.

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4.

Add the detergent and fabric softener (if used) to their respective compartments.

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Sort the washing

Sort clothes by color, fiber content, amount of soil, lint shedding properties (cotton, chenile, and terrycloth shed), lint attracting properties (permanent press, corduroy, velveteen, flannel and synthetics attract) and those requiring a delicate cycle. Most clothes and other washable items have permanent care labels. Read these labels carefully! Care label instructions and warnings should be followed for the best cleaning results.

Load the Washer Properly

The following chart shows how full to load the washer for the best results. The load size depends on what types of fabrics you are washing.

Permanent press items need room to move freely during washing for the most wrinkle-free results. Therefore, fill the machine only half full for permanent press loads. These items should only have a brief spin cycle after which they should be promptly removed from the washer for drying. Follow the guidelines on the Program Charts for synthetics, blends and permanent press fabrics.

Machine washable wool loads should only be one-third full for the cleanest results in this shortened cycle.

Recommended load sizes

Full Load	Half Load	Third Load
Cotton	Permanent Press	Wool
Linen	Synthetics	(machine washable)
	Acrylics	Silk
	Special finish cottons	Acetates

half load

How much is in a full load?

If the drum is filled without packing it tightly, it will hold the equivalent of two sheets, pillow cases and mattress pad or thin blanket off of a queen size bed or two king size sheets, two pillow cases and two to four bath towels.

Water level in the washer

There is no need to set a load size or water level because the Asko Automatic Level Control System automatically selects the correct amount of water for each load.

Preparing clothes for washing

• Turn delicate items, sweaters, synthetics, cotton/polyester blends and t-shirts inside out to prevent pilling and to protect the prints.
  • Empty pockets and turn them inside out.
• Remove any sharp ornaments, pins or buckles to prevent snags.
• Close zippers and hooks to prevent snagging.
• Tie sashes and strings to prevent tangling.
• Mend any small rips or tears to prevent them from getting bigger.
• Pretreat stubborn stains if necessary.

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New colored items

Read labels carefully! If a label says "Wash Separately", the item will lose color (excess dye) for the first few washings. To minimize the possibility of this color transferring to white or lighter colored items, wash new colored garments with items of similar color or alone before wearing. Bright red, "hot" pink and orange dyes on cotton are the most likely to transfer colors to the wash load. Fluorescent colors should always be washed separately.

Prewash or not?

When washing items that are only sightly soiled, the prewash cycle can be omitted. Starting the machine at the main wash stage will save about 25 minutes.

Fabric conditioner compartment

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Pre-wash detergent
Fabric conditioner

Detergents-What kind-How much?

What kind - How much?

- Use only low sudsing laundry detergents! Detergents are available in low, normal and full sudsing formulas. A detergent's ability to clean is not related to the amount of suds it produces. Excess suds in a front loading washer actually interfere with cleaning action because they cushion the tumbling of clothes. High sudsing detergents are also more difficult to completely rinse out.

- Use 1/4 to 1/2 of the recommended U.S. detergents. Because of the Asko washer's low water consumption and the fact that all the wash water and detergent are completely circulated repeatedly through the laundry, ensuring that all the detergent is fully utilized, detergent usage is cut by 50% to 75% . Different brands of detergents recommend using different amounts. Read all package labels carefully. The first time you use any detergent, start with 1/4 of the recommended amount. (For example: If the label says use 1 cup, use 1/4 cup.) If the detergent produces a good, low level of suds, you may add slightly more detergent if you have very hard water or if your clothes are not getting perfectly clean. It is advisable to check your water hardness with the local water department.

• Recommended detergents.

Avoid normal and full sudsing detergents. The chart below lists several low sudsing detergents that have been successfully tested in the Asko washer, along with the recommended amounts.

Recommended Detergents	Main Wash Detergent Amount
Fab (powder)	1/4 cup to 1/2 cup
Amway SAB (powder)	1 tablespoon to 2 tablespoons (1/8 cup)
Fresh Start (powder)	2 tablespoons (1/8 cup) to 1/4 cup
All (powder)	1/4 cup to 1/2 cup
Liquid Solo	2 tablespoons (1/8 cup) to 1/4 cup
Liquid Bold	2 tablespoons (1/8 cup) to 1/4 cup

In general, liquid detergents tend to be higher sudsing than powders.

Do not use powder detergents that do not wash completely out of the detergent cup as the machine fills with water.

Prewash Detergent Amounts

If you water is soft, add only about one-fourth of the recommended main wash detergent amount for prewash. (For example: If you are using 1/4 cup of detergent for the main wash cycle, add only 1 tablespoon of additional detergent for prewash.) If your water is hard, add one-half to three-fourths of the main wash detergent amount for prewash.

Liquid detergents

Liquid detergents tend to produce more suds than powder detergents. When trying a liquid detergent for the first time, start out with a very small amount, such as 1 to 2 tablespoons. Liquid detergent can be used for all programs without pre-wash. Add it into the main wash compartment.

Bleach

The use of chlorine bleach is not necessary with your washer, nor is it recommended. Non-chlorine bleaches may be used. Use only 1/4 to 1/2 of the recommended amount.

Fabric softeners

Use 1/3 to 1/2 of the recommended amount of fabric softener, because of the low water usage of the Asko washer. Fabric softeners are available in several concentrations. Read the labels carefully and use only 1/3 to 1/2 of the recommended amount. (For example: If the label says to use 1 capful, use 1/4 capful.) If more softening is desired, try adding slightly more the next time.

Oversudsing

The use of anything other than a low sudsing detergent can cause severe oversudsing. If this happens, run the wash through one or more rinses until items are thoroughly rinsed. Then, run the empty washer through an entire wash program (starting on 4) to clear the machine of any remaining high sudsing detergent.

Factors affecting suds level

There are several factors that will affect the subsing level of detergents. Adjust your detergent amounts accordingly. • Water hardness
Detergents produce more suds in soft water. Use less detergent in soft water and more in hard water.
- Detergent formulation Various brands of detergent are formulated to produce widely different amounts of suds. Use only the recommended low sudsing brands.
- Amount of soil in clothes Use more detergent on heavily soiled clothes and less on lightly soiled items.
- Load size Use less detergent for smaller loads.
• Water temperature Detergents may suds more at the highest water temperatures. Use less detergent when selecting water temperatures of 80° to 95°C.

5. Select a program: 1 - 11

The further to the left the program that you select, the more stages it contains.

The indicator lights come on to show which stages are included in the program that you have selected.

Which program should I choose?

It's easy to select programs with the 20003 washing machine. When you press one of the program selection buttons, everything to the right of its included. You can easily see what you have selected. Program 1, for example, provides a pre-wash, a long main wash, three rinses, a short spin, two more rinses and finally a longer spin. The indicator lights above each pushbutton show what's included in the selected program.

Examples of programs:

Type of Washing	Program selections			Spin Speed	Load Size	Time In Minutes
	Program Pushbutton	Temp. (C.)	Program Options
White cotton, linenWith prewash	1	90^		1500	Full	120
White cotton, linenWith prewash + economy	1	60^	E	1500	Full	128
White cotton, linenWithout prewash	2	90^		1500	Full	110
White cotton, linenWithout prewash + economy	2	60^	E	1500	Full	120
Colorfast cotton, linenWith prewash	1	60^		1500	Full	105
Colorfast cotton, linenWithout prewash	2	60^		1500	Full	95
Non-colorfast cotton, linenWith prewash	1	40^		1500	Full	95
Non-colorfast cotton, linenWithout prewash	2	40^	12	1500	Full	60
White synthetics, blendspermanent press	3	60^	12	900	1/2	45
Colorfast synthetics, blends,permanent press	3	50^		900	1/2	50
Acrylics, rayon, acetate	3	40^		900	1/2	65
Wool (Machine washable)	4	40^		900	1/3	45
Silk and delicates	3	30^		—	1/3	60
Special finish cottons	2	90^	12	900	1/2	95
Quick wash	3	as required		1500	1/2	45-55

1. Select any required program options

1. Select spin speed: 600-1500 rpm

1. Select temperature: 0-95 degrees

Program options

When any of these buttons is pressed, the little triangular indicator light in the top left-hand corner of the button lights up to indicate that the option is activated.

If you have forgotten to set one of the options, and the program has already started, simply press the required option pushbutton for three seconds and it will be added to the program.

In the same way, you can delete an option from the program by pressing the button for three seconds, which will remove the option from the program.

Gentle wash

Half load

Economy program

Short spin

No spin

High rinse level

With the gentle wash action, the drum pauses longer between movements, treating the garments more gently. The water level is also higher, the number of rinses is reduced to three and there is only a short spin. Use this cycle for handwashables, loosely knit items, lace, sheer fabrics, embroidered fabric and lingerie. It is also the best cycle for cotton/polyester knits to prevent pilling.

Pressing this button reduces the number of rinses from five to three, and gives a long spin. Use this button when there is only a small load in the machine.

Pressing this button extends the main wash by 22 minutes. You can save energy by reducing the temperature to 60-80°C for white and 40°C for coloreds. The extended washing time will compensate for the lower temperature.

Pressing this button gives you one short spin, at a speed of 900 r/min. You can further reduce the speed (to 600 r/min) by pressing SPIN SPEED + .

Pressing this button cancels spinning entirely. The machine stops at the end of the program with the final rinse water still in the drum. Press to pump it out. You can also press to give a short spin, which the majority of garments can stand.

Press this button for a high rinse level.

High wash water level?

If you want a high wash water level, i.e. for washing a rug, you can obtain it by:

1. Press ☐ for three seconds.
2. Allow the machine to fill to the required level.
3. Press 📊 again for three seconds, and the program will continue.

Quick wash if you are particularly short of time

Pressing 🏠 and Ⓤ/2 will shorten the length of the main wash and reduce the number of rinses. Any temperature can be used. Use this program to save time and water if you have only a small amount of washing, which is only lightly soiled.

1. Select delayed start, if required.

1. Press START.

If you change your mind...

... and want a different program

Press _start for three seconds and then select a new program.

... and want to interrupt the program

press for three seconds and then =0 The machine will pump out enough water to allow you to open the door.

You want to add something

Press ☐ for three seconds and then the machine will pump out enough water to allow you to open the door.

Control settings

Selection of spin speed

You can select spin speeds between 600 r/min and 1500 r/min. When you press a program button, the display shows the spin speed that was last used. You can increase or decrease it in steps of 100 r/min by pressing the + or - symbols respectively, within the range 600-1500 r/min.

Temperature setting

Washing temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 95°C (203°F) can be selected. When the machine is turned on, the temperature selector will always set itself to 40°C. You can raise the temperature in steps of 5°C by pressing the + symbol, or decrease it in steps of 5°C by pressing the - symbol. At the lowest temperature setting, the display will show C (cold).

Delayed start

The machine can be set to start up to twelve hours after it has been loaded and programmed. Press the ⏻ button once for each hour's delay in starting. The setting will be shown on the display.

Pressing the button for the thirteenth time does not select a starting delay, but causes the display to show the time remaining that the program in use has to run. (See below) When you have set the starting time delay, start the delay period by pressing the button.

How much longer has the program to run?

The time remaining before the program finishes is shown on the display. If it exceeds 60 minutes, it will be shown as the number of hours, followed by H, and alternating with the number of minutes more than the whole hour(s) remaining, i.e. 1H - 23, 1H - 22 and so on.

The display shows 00 when the main switch is turned on.

11. When the machine has stopped:

After a program which concludes by pumping out the water, you can open the door directly by pressing

After a program which stops with water in the machine, press ☐=0 Water pumps out and the door opens.

1. After use: turn off the machine at the On/Off switch.

Note: Don't close the door after using the machine. Leave it ajar.

Care and maintenance

Check the needle trap and outlet pump

The machine has a needle trap which will trap needles, hairpins, coins and similar items. Clean it at intervals as follows:

1. Open lower cover, and place a bowl on the floor in front of the pump (1).
2. Turn the pump cover anticlockwise to the position shown in (2). This uncovers the drain holes and water will run out into the bowl.
3. When the water has finished draining out, turn the pump cover further and pull it off. Clean out the needle trap, and clean the pump rotor at the back of the pump housing (3).
4. Check that there is no grit or small objects in the pump, and replace the pump cover. Turn it clockwise in two stages: when you hear a click, turn it a little more to its end stop, as shown in (4).

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②

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Open

④

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Closed

Clean the detergent compartment at intervals

1. Press 📁 to flush the pre-wash detergent compartment clean. Use a brush to remove congealed residues.
2. Press for three seconds to flush the main wash detergent compartment. Use the brush to remove congealed residues.
3. Press ☐ for three seconds and let the machine pump itself out for about a minute to remove the water that entered the machine when cleaning the compartments.
4. Stop the pump and reset the programs by pressing for three seconds.

Cleaning holes under the washing blades

If an object has fallen through the cylinder down into the container, you can gain access in this way:

1. Loosen the screw on the top of the blade 3 turns.
2. Pull the blade towards you and lift it upwards.
3. Remove the object.
4. Place the blade in the fixing hole with the F marking point against you. Slide the blade away from you until it stops. Check that the blade brackets sit in their slots in the drum. Tighten the screws.

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If the machine does not work

The door will not open

1. Check that the main switch is turned on.

2. Is power available at the machine? Check plugs and fuses. The door cannot be opened if there is no power supply.

3. If the door cannot be opened in the normal manner, it can be opened as follows.

4. Remove the lower front panel.

5. Unscrew the plastic ring and pull.
6. Replace the ring and the front panel.

If the door still cannot be opened in the normal way afterwards, call a service engineer.

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The machine does not fill with water when started

1. Is the tap in the supply line open?
2. Is the strainer in the inlet connection blocked?
   Unscrew the hose and check. Remember to turn off the water supply first.

The machine does not start when the Start button is pressed.

1. Is the door properly closed? Press it shut firmly — don't slam it.
2. Is power available at the machine. Check plugs and fuses.

The machine will not spin

(If the machine has failed to spin, this will be indicated by the spin speed display showing a flashing 0000)

The machine incorporates an out-of-balance detector, which reduces spin speed or prevents spinning from starting if the drum load is badly unbalanced. Open the door, redistribute the washing and restart the machine after

pressing

A lot of foam in the final rinse water, or water left in the machine after spinning and pumping out

1. Is anything blocking the outlet hose?
2. Is the pump blocked? Clean it as described on page 8.
3. Is the outlet hose kinked?
4. Did you use a normal/full sudsing detergent?

Use only low sudsing detergents.

Fault tracing program

The machine incorporates a self-diagnostic fault-tracing program, reached by pressing ☐ 5 times within 15 seconds. The indicator lights respond by flashing as shown below. Press the buttons to test the following functions:

Leave the fault-tracing program by pressing for three seconds.

Indicates out-of-balance in the machine (for internal use only)

Indicates water level in machine 2 - normal 3 - high level 4 - overfilled

Other signals

F1 A fault in the water supply
F2 Too high water level
F3 A fault in pumping out
F4 Thermistor fault (temp. control)
F5 Fault in thermal cutout
F6 Motor fault

If you want to interrupt the indicating signal, turn off the main switch or choose a new program.

This flashing signal indicates that the door is open, even though a program is running.

Safety

The machine incorporates a door safety switch which prevents it from being started if the door is open. The door is also interlocked to prevent it from being opened when the machine is running or when it has stopped with water in. Do not touch glass window or any part of the inner door when using the hottest water temperatures.

Child safety

To prevent a child from altering the programs by playing with the control buttons, buttons must be pressed for three seconds to affect the program when the machine is running. Only a brief press is necessary if no program has started.

Specifications

Dimensions 32 1/4"×23 3/16"×23 3/16"

Weight 167 lbs.

Spin speed 600-1500 r/min

Rated load 2000/3200 W

Supply voltage 1-phase

208/230V

Heater rating 1800/3000 W

Material of drum Stainless steel

and barrel

Material of Powder-painted,

outer casing hot-dip-galvanized

steel sheet

Mounting Stationary: four

adjustable rubber

covered feet

Water supply 63" rubber hose

Supply pressure 15-146 PSI

Outlet 63" of rubber hose,

3/4" internal diameter

Safety

WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.

Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. DANGER! Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

The appliance must be grounded. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Installation

Removing the shipping brace

The shipping brace consists of two tubes which prevent the tub from moving around inside the machine during transport. The tubes are secured to a cross-beam at the back of the machine.

Remove the shipping brace as follows:

1.

Remove the bolts and special washers which retain the beam, and remove the beam.

2.

Replace the washers on the flattened part of the tubes. Use them as tools to turn the tubes through about 45°, as shown in the drawing, and pull out the tubes.

3.

Turn the washers so that they cover the holes where the tubes were fitted and replace the bolts.

Save the tubes and cross beam, which will be needed if the machine has to be transported elsewhere. Fit them in the reverse order to that described above.

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Adjusting the feet

It is important that the machine does not move around when it is spinning. This means that it must be standing firmly and level on the floor. The four feet are individually adjustable. Set them carefully so that the machine is standing level, and tighten the locknuts securely.

Positioning the machine

The machine can be installed beneath a worktop with a height of 33 1/2" - 35 1/2". There must be a gap of about 1/4" all round the machine, including between the rear edge of the machine top panel and the wall behind. This is important: if no space is left, the machine may hit the wall when it starts to spin.

NOTE

Height Adjustment:

32 1/4"-33 1/2"

Do not Raise Higher

than 33 1/2"

Electrical connection

Electrical specifications

Single phase, 208/240 Volt, minimum 15 A requirement.

ASKO washers and dryers are provided with a power supply cord and are internally protected with two 15 A fuses.

Single unit installation

Units are supplied with a power cord for the electrical supply. Be certain this supply cord is connected to the BLACK terminal block located on the upper back panel inside the unit. Since the units are internally protected, this cord can be connected to a 208/240 V supply with a minimum of 15 A. The plug for connection is not supplied with the unit. It may be direct wired to the electrical supply or a plug obtained locally.

Pair Installation

You will need to provide a 30 A, 250 V, AWG 10/3 standard U.S. dryer cord available at most home improvement or electrical supply stores. An ASKO washer and dryer can be installed together using the standard U.S. 250 V, 30 A dryer supply provided in most homes. Follow these steps for proper installation.

1. Remove the top of the washer by removing the three 25 Torx screws, located on the upper back of the unit. Lift the top rear and slide it back, then lift off.
2. Disconnect the electrical cord supplied with the washer from the terminal block and discard it.
3. Connect the electrical cord from the dryer to the washer by threading it through the power cord restraint on the washer which held the washer cord and connecting the wires to the TOP of the BLACK terminal block located on the upper back panel inside the unit. Tighten power cord restraint.

Water supply connection

The water supply connections must be made by a person having the necessary competence.

Connect the machine to the supply using the hoses supplied with the machine. Water pressure must be in the range 15–146 PSI.

A tap must be fitted in the supply pipe for the hose. If a new supply pipe has been installed for the machine, it should be flushed through thoroughly in order to remove any particles of dirt which might otherwise block the strainer in the water inlet of the machine.

Drain outlet connection

The machine is supplied with the outlet hose ready fitted. The hose should be hung at a height of 15 3/4"-35 1/2" above the floor: the lower height is preferable. Make sure that the hose is not kinked.

1. Remove the large knock-out directly below the BLACK terminal block.

2. Install the power cord restraint provided with the 30 A U.S. dryer cord.

3. Thread 30 A dryer cord through the cord restraint and connect the wires to the bottom of the BLACK terminal block. (If there are connectors on the ends of the wires, they must be removed.)

NOTE: The two outside connections are "HOT". The middle connection is neutral. This is also true for the 30 A dryer cord. Tighten the power cord restraint to hold 30 A U.S. dryer cord securely.

1. Replace top of washer and test units.

DRYER & WASHER IN STACK FROM BEHIND

Problems?

Try the following remedies. Poor results may not always be caused by the machine. Read through the chart below before contacting your servicer.

Problem	Possible Cause	Suggested Remedy
Door will not open	—	See "If the machine doesn't work", page 10.
Machine will not start	—
Machine will not fill with water	—
Foam in final rinse, water left in machine	—
Water leaks	Hoses	All hoses, especially the inlet hose should be inspected at least once a year. Replace if they show signs of cracking. Check to see if hose connections at faucets are tight. Properly insert and secure end of drain to drain facility.
Extreme vibration during spin cycle	Transit packing not removed	Remove transit packing. See page 11.
	Machine not level	Adjust machine feet and tighten locknuts.
Oversudsing	Wrong detergent	Use only low sudsing detergents. See page 5.Run clothes through extra rinse cycles.Run empty machine through complete cycle starting on "4".
	Too much detergent	Use recommended amounts. See page 5.
Washer stops during cycle	Normal pauses	It is normal for the machine to pause occasionally during operation, especially between cycles and during the delicate wash program.
Greying clothes	Not enough detergent	You may need to add slightly more detergent if clothes are heavily soiled, have oily stains, or if your water is very hard.
	Water not hot enough	Select hot enough temperature setting for each type of load. See charts page 6 and 16.
	Improperly prewashed or presoaked	Be sure to add a prewash and/or presoak for heavily soiled or oily items.
	Washer overloaded	Once wet, the clothes must have room to tumble freely, especially synthetics and permanent press.
	Soap used in hard water areas.	Be sure you use a laundry "detergent" and not a "soap". Soaps react with the minerals in hard water to form a soap curd, which can be deposited on clothes.
Yellowing of clothes	Not enough detergent, water not hot enough	Caused by body oils not completely removed.Use hottest recommended temperature for each type of load and add slightly more detergent.
	Iron or manganese in water	Install a filter to remove iron or manganese from water. A small amount of Calgon or other non-precipitating water conditioner added once a week is advisable in hard water areas.
Fading and discoloring	Improper sorting	Dark clothes, especially cottons, can bleed excess dyes into wash water. White or light colored clothes can absorb the dye and discolor.Separate light from dark items.
	Crayons or pens in pockets.Water too hot	Empty all pockets before washing.Cool or cold water is best for retaining dark or bright colors.
Lint, residue left on clothes	Improper sorting of clothes	Separate clothes that shed lint (chenile and terrycloth) from clothes that attract lint (synthetics, corduroy, velveteen).
	Nonphosphate detergent	Non-phosphate detergents can combine with minerals in hard water and form a precipitate which can appear to be lint. Use a low phosphate detergent, if possible. Install a water softener.
	Fabric softener used improperly	Read labels. Most softeners should only be used in the final rinse. Add softener to the softener compartment. If added to the wash cycle, softeners can have a reaction with detergents producing a white residue.
	Pilling	Pilling, which can look like lint, is produced by normal wear on cotton/polyester blend fabrics. To reduce, wash synthetics and cotton/polyester blends inside out. For the best results, wash cotton/polyester knits using the delicate cycle.
Stains not removed	Incorrect water temperature	Protein stains, such as milk, egg, blood and soy formula should be removed in cold water. Oily stains should be washed in the hottest water recommended for each fabric type.
	Old stains	The longer a stain remains on a fabric, the harder it is to remove. Treat stains promptly. Do not set stains by machine drying or ironing fabrics until stains are completely removed.
Rips, snags, excess wear	Sharp objects in pockets	Empty all pockets and turn inside out before laundering.
	Hooks, snaps, zippers, buckles	Fasten all hooks, snaps and zippers before laundering to avoid snags. Remove sharp buckles. Turn knits inside out.
	Harsh chemicals	Before washing, rinse harsh chemicals, such as battery acid, permanent wave solution, hair bleach, dyes and toilet bowl cleaners, from towels and other articles to avoid holes in fabrics. Do not allow these unrinsed items to contact other fabrics.
	Existing rips and tears	Mend all garments before laundering to prevent enlarging of rips.
	Permanent press items	These items fray at edges from the permanent press process and from normal wear, not from the washer. Only wash in half loads. Do not wash in the same load until very heavy items, such as towels or jeans.
Shrinkage	Improper washing or drying	Follow garment care label instructions carefully. Some fabrics will shrink no matter how they are washed. Some may be machine washed but not machine dried.
Knit shrinkage	Overheating	Knits tend to shrink more than woven fabrics. If a knit has been heat shaped, wash in cool or warm water. Dry with the low setting.
	Delayed or gradual shrinkage	Can occur when special stabilizing finishes are reduced from wear or repeated washings. Garment may sometimes be reshaped by pressing after washing and drying.
	Poor construction	Shrinkage can occur if the knit fabric was not stretched properly by the manufacturer. Press back into shape each time garment is washed and dried.

ASKO Product Warranty

Home Clothes Washers and Dryers

For Residential Installations

Length of warranty	ASKO will pay for:
ONE YEAR FULLWARRANTYFrom date of purchase	ASKO replacement parts and/or repair labor to correct defect in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized ASKO service outlet.
FIVE YEAR LIMITEDWARRANTYOne year full plus second through fifth year limited from date of purchase.	ASKO replacement parts (repair labor costs not included) for any defective solid state controls, timers, motors, pumps.
TWENTY-FIVE YEAR LIMITEDWARRANTYOne year full plus second through twenty-five year limited from date of purchase.	ASKO replacement parts (repair labor costs not included) for the stainless steel inner and outer drum/tub if it fails to hold water due to a manufacturing defect such as cracking or rusting.

For Non-Residential Installations

SIX MONTHS FULL WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE

ASKO replacement parts and/or labor to correct defect in materials or workmanship. Service to be provided by an authorized ASKO service outlet.

ASKO will not pay for:

A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of the washer or dryer
2. Instruct how to use the washer or dryer
3. Replace house fuses or correct housing wiring
4. Correct house plumbing
5. Cleaning or servicing of the button trap, outlet pump of the washer
6. Cleaning or servicing of the lint filter or condensing unit of the dryer

B. Repair and/or parts for failure of product if washer or dryer is used in other than normal use.

C. Damage resulting from accident, fire, floods, acts of God, alteration, misuse abuse, improper installation or installation not in accordance with local electrical or plumbing codes.

D. Any labor or shipping costs for parts during the limited warranty.

E. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the Continental United States.

F. Pick-up and delivery. ASKO products are designed to be repaired in the home.

IN NO EVENT SHALL ASKO INC. BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Some states will not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

For warranty service, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized ASKO service outlet. Service will be provided during normal business hours. Should you have a service problem that is not resolved locally write:

ASKO USA INC.

P.O. Box 851805

Richardson, TX 75085–1805

Summary of washing instructions

1

Press the main On/Off switch

2

Open the door by pushing

3

Load the washing and close the door firmly. Close the outer door.

4

Pour detergent and fabric softener into the dispenser.

5

Select the program by pressing one of the buttons 1-11

6

Select any program options. Select spin speed

and temperature 20°C (68°F) - 95°C (203°F).

7

Press the start button.

If you change your mind.

...and you want to alter or stop the program, press the button to which you want the program move for three seconds.

...or want to step forward in the program, press the button to which you want the program move for three seconds.

8

When the machine stops:

Open the door by pressing

*The door can be opened immediately after a program in which the water has already been pumped out.

*If water is left in the machine, it will first pump in out before the door can be opened.

9

After using the machine:

Turn off the main switch.

Leave the door ajar.

Choosing the right program

Type of Washing		Program selections			Spin speed	Load Size
		Program Pushbutton	Temp. C^o	Program Options
White cotton, linen	With prewash	1	90^o		1500	Full
	With prewash + economy	1	60^o	[3614]	1500	Full
	Without prewash	2	90^o		1500	Full
	Without prewash + economy	2	60^o	[4182]	1500	Full
Colorfast cotton, linen	With prewash	1	60^o		1500	Full
	Without prewash	2	60^o		1500	Full
Non-colorfast cotton, linen	With prewash	1	40^o		1500	Full
	Without prewash	2	40^o		1500	Full
White synthetics, blends, permanent press		3	60^o	[3628]	900	1/2
Colored synthetics, blends, permanent press		3	50^o	1/2	900	1/2
Acrylics, rayon, acetate		3	40^o		900	1/2
Wool (machine washable)		4	40^o		900	1/3
Silk and delicates		3	30^o	[7504]		1/3
Special finish cottons		2	90^o		900	1/2
Quick wash		3	40^o	[KWKV]	1500	1/2