GWT 450 AW - Washing machine HAIER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL GWT 450 AW HAIER

Top Load Clothes Washer

Machine a Laver

Lavadora de Ropa con Carga Superior

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User Manual

Model # GWT450AW

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow the basic precautions, including the following:

1. Read all of the instructions before using this appliance.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this user manual.
3. This washer must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used.
4. Unplug your washer before cleaning.
5. Never unplug your washer by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
6. Do not operate your washer in the presence of explosive flames.
7. Do not use the washer for commercial clothes washing.
8. Do not tamper with controls.
9. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
10. Washer must be grounded, see grounding instructions on page 4.
11. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine, turn on all hot-water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
12. Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapours that could ignite or explode.
13. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to wash water. These substances give off vapours that could ignite or explode.
14. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door.
15. Do not reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator is moving.
16. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
17. 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old washer, take off the door so that children may not easily get trapped inside.

Thank you for using our Haier product. This easy-to-use manual will guide you in getting the best use of your washer.

Remember to record the model and serial number. They are on a label in back of the washer.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

Staple your receipt to your manual.
You will need it to obtain warranty service.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5-8

Unpacking your Washer 6

Leveling your Washer 6

Steps for Installation 7

PARTS AND FEATURES 9

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 10-14

Control Panel 10

Loading the Washer 11

Proper Use of Detergent 11

Operating Procedure 12

Normal Operating Sounds 14

CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE 14

Cleaning and Maintenance. 14

Moving and Vacationing 14

Storage of your Washer 14

TROUBLESHOOTING 15

WARRANTY 17

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical current. This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounded plug. The plug must be inserted into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

• Improper use of the plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
• Consult a qualified electrician or service person if the grounding instructions are not completely understood or if in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Wiring Requirements

• This appliance must be plugged into at least a 15 AMP 110-120 VOLT, 60 HZ GROUNDED OUTLET.

NOTE: Where a standard two-prong outlet is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the consumer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong outlet.

Extension Cords:

We do not recommend that you use an extension cord.

Power Interruptions

Occasionally, there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or other causes. Remove the power cord from the AC outlet when a power outage occurs. When power has been restored, re-plug the power cord to AC outlet. If the outage lasts for a prolonged period of time, clean the washer before using it again.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Accessories Supplied	Quantity
1. Hot & Cold water inlets, hoses. (Flat water inlet hose washers are pre-installed in each of the washer inlet hoses).	2
2. Drain Hose Hook	1
3. Drain Hose Clamp	1
4. Drain Hose	1
5. Use and Case Guide (Not Shown)	1

Unpacking Your Washer

• Remove all packing materials. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the washer accessories inside and outside.
• Open the top lid to remove the drum brace. Pull to remove.

NOTE: Save drum brace. Reinstall when moving the washer.
- Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before using the washer.

WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep plastic bag and other packing material away from babies and children. Do not use this bag in cribs, carriages and playpens. The plastic bag could block nose and mouth and prevent breathing. This bag is not a toy.

Leveling Your Washer

• Your washer has 4 leveling legs; which are located on the four bottom corners. After properly placing your washer in its final position, you can level your washer.
• Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them counterclockwise to raise your washer or turning them clockwise to lower your washer.

WARNING: Leveling of washer is very important to prevent vibration during spin.

Steps for Installation

• Select a suitable location for the washer on a hard even surface away from direct sunlight or heat source e.g. radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances etc. Any floor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling legs located on the bottom corners of the washer. The washer must be placed at room temperature. You must not place washer where the temperature is at below freezing.

Installing Your Washer

Read installation instructions carefully before installation.

CAUTION: If, after completing these steps, you are unsure that unit is properly installed, contact a qualified installer. To ensure that your washer is properly installed it is recommended that it be installed by a certified installer.

1. Do not use water inlet hoses without a flat washer on each end. The washer in the coupling has to be placed firmly. Flat water inlet hose washers are preinstalled in each end of the water inlet hoses.

NOTE: You may have to use pliers to tighten the coupling.

Do not over tighten because you may cause damage to the valve.

1. Connect the hot and cold water inlet hoses to the hot and cold water faucet.

2. Connect the other end of the hoses to their respective washer inlet located at the rear of the washer.

NOTE: Hot water needs to be at a temperature of at least 120^ - 140^ . (49^ - 60^) for the soap to dissolve and to avoid soap residue remaining on clothes.

1. Using the drain hose clamp. Attach the drain hose to the unit as shown below. Install the drain hose hook to the outer drain hose tube.

1. Plug in the washer to a regular 120 volt 60Hz 15 amp outlet.

PARTS AND FEATURES

1. Top Lid
2. Control Panel
3. Cabinet
4. Leveling Legs (4)
5. Door Safety Switch
6. Liquid Beach Dispenser
7. Front Panel
8. Outer Tub Cover

9. Balance Ring

10. Inner Tub

11. Pulsator
12. Drain Hose Connection
13. Power Cord (120Volt/60Hz)
14. Cold Water Inlet Value
15. Hot Water Inlet Valve
16. Back Cover

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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

Temperature Wash /Rinse (1)

• To select inlet water temperature for wash and rinse. Selection here may vary per the cycle chosen. All selections are not avialable in all cycles.

Select (2)

Here in certain cycles the wash process could be changed per your needs. This also shows the cycle process of the wash load.

Cycles (3)

• Heavy Duty - Use this cycle for heavily soiled durable garments. Also this cycle could be used for towels, sports gear, childrens clothes, etc.
• Normal - Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads.
• Whites - Use this cycle for white and light colored clothing.
• Colors - Use this cycle for lightly soiled, dark or highly dyed natural fabrics such as cotton that may be susceptible to to dye loss.
• Bulky - Use this cycle to wash large items such as comforters, sleeping bags and blankets
• Delicate - Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments and delicate clothes that need gentle washing.
• Quick - Use this cycle to wash small, lightly soiled loads that are needed in a hurry.

Load Size (Water Level) (4)

• Load size may be set at the beginning of the wash or in pause mode.
• During Prewash, Wash or Rinse, press this button to manually replenish water. Release for the water to stop. Function automatically is inactive when water reaches the overflow protection level.

Preset Cycle Settings
Cycles	Time (In Minutes	Wash/Rinse Temperature
Heavy Duty	65	Hot/Cold
Normal	44	Warm/Cold
Whites	83	Hot/Cold
Colors	36	Cold/Cold
Bulky	35	Warm/Cold
Delicates	37	Warm/Cold
Quick	32	Warm/Cold

Loading the Washer

• Load each item loosely.
• Separate the white and colored clothes. Separate heavy clothes from light clothes.
• Carefully check all pockets and cuffs for small items. They can easily slide into the tub and may damage the tub.
• Pre-treat all stains and heavily soiled areas for best results.
• Do not overload your washer.
• When loading wet items, keep water level high enough so items can float easily in the water.
• Close the door properly after loading the clothes. If you keep the lid up, the washer will not start.

Proper Use of Detergent

• It is good washing practice to add the detergent to the water before you add the clothes so that the detergent can work effectively on your clothes.
• It is recommended to use HE (High Efficiency Detergent).

NOTE: You can use less or more detergent depending on the size of the load, water type in your living area whether it is soft or hard and whether the clothes are heavily soiled or lightly soiled.

Bleach Dispenser

• Bleach dispenser is located on front corner under the loading door.
• Pour in recommended amount of bleach into dispenser during the first wash fill.

NOTE: Use only liquid bleach in dispenser.

WARNING: • Be careful not to spill undiluted bleach on the washer cabinet or your clothes. As it is a strong chemical, it may damage clothes or finish of the washer if not properly diluted.

• Use the manufacturer's chart, on product container for recommended use of liquid or powder bleach.

Operating Procedure

1. Switch on the power supply

2. Selection of Cycles

• When the washer is powered turn the cycles dial to the desired program.

3. Select

• In certain cycles the wash process can be changed per your needs.

NOTE: Spin shall begin after some time even if there is no water in the tub. Do not use Pre-wash process for woolen articles. Clothes prone to fade and other clothes should be washed separately.

Times of pressing Select (Heavy Duty and Whites)	Selected Select	Applications	Operation (The "On" Indicator represent the process to run)	Times of pressing Cycle Select (Normal, Colors, Bulky, Delicate and Quick)
0	Pre-wash, Wash, Rinse, Spin	For heavily soiled clothes shirt cuffs and collars, first Pre-wash and then wash	□ Pre-wash □ Wash □ Rinse □ Spin	5
1	Wash, Rinse, Spin	Common clothes needing wash, rinse & spin	□ Pre-wash □ Wash □ Rinse □ Spin	0
2	Wash (Wash water remains in the tub)	Repeatedly use the wash water	□ Pre-wash □ Wash □ Rinse □ Spin	1
3	Wash, Rinse (Rinse water remains in the tub)	Repeatedly use the rinse water	□ Pre-wash □ Wash □ Rinse □ Spin	2
4	Rinse, Spin	When rinse and spin are needed after hand wash	□ Pre-wash □ Wash □ Rinse □ Spin	3
5	Spin (To spin after drain)	When only spin is needed after hand wash (first drain and then spin)	□ Pre-wash □ Wash □ Rinse □ Spin	4

Note: When Quick cycle is selected only "load size" could be changed.

4. Load Size (Water Level)

• After Wash Cycle Selection, Press the water level button to Select the proper water level for wash.

5. Temperature Wash/Rinse

• Press this button to change selection based on clothes put in the washer.

6. Start/Pause

• Press this button when you want the machine to start.
• During operation, press this button to pause and press it again to resume operation.

NOTE: Opening the top lid will stop the machine except during water filling or draining.

NOTE: Total time may be affected by water inlet and drain time. It may also be affected by the water pressure. Normal, Heavy Duty and White programs could combine the process of Pre-wash during which the washing machine first Pre-wash for about 20-30 minutes, with slight pulsation after water filling and then begins to wash.

Normal Operating Sounds

The following sounds are normally heard during the operation of the washer:

• Tumbling sounds: This is normal as the heavy wet clothes in the washer are continuously being tossed around.
• Air rushing noise: This happens when the washer tub spins at very high RPM.
• Wash and Rinse cycles going on and off will also make clicking sounds.

CARE AND CLEANING GUIDE

Warning: Always unplug your washer to avoid electric shock before cleaning. Ignoring this warning may result in death or injury. Before using cleaning products, always read and follow manufacture's instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury or product damage.

Cleaning & Maintenance

• Use only damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning control panel.
• To avoid any kind of damage to cabinet finish, wipe washer cabinet as needed. If you spill liquid/powdered softener, bleach or detergent on the cabinet, wipe cabinet immediately because it can damage the finish.
• Do not use any abrasive, harsh chemicals, ammonia, chlorine bleach, concentrated detergent, solvents or metal scouring pads. Some of these chemicals may dissolve, damage and/or discolor your washer.
• Remove pins or other sharp objects from clothes to prevent scratching of interior parts.
• Leave lid open after you are done washing to allow inside of washer to dry and prevent bad odors.

Moving & Vacationing

• Turn off water supply faucet's and disconnect hoses. Drain water from all hoses. This will prevent from damaging due to water leakage if the hoses accidentally get ruptured or they become loose.
• Disconnect electrical plug.
• Dry inner wash tub. If moving washer, disconnect drain hose.
• Turn the leveling legs clockwise all the way in.
• Move and store your washer in upright position only.
• To prevent mold or mildew, leave lid open so moisture inside machine can evaporate.

Storage of Your Washer in Cold Environment

• The washer must be stored at room temperature.
• If you just got delivery of a washer when outside temperature is below freezing, do not operate until washer has warmed to room temperature.
• Do no install or operate your washer where room temperature is below freezing.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Washer Does Not Operate

• Check if unit is plugged in.
• Check if the electrical wall receptacle is of proper voltage.
• Check if the circuit breaker needs to be reset or if the fuse needs to be replaced.
• Check if the washer is overloaded: load may need to be re-balanced and clothes may need to be redistributed.
• Check if the lid is open. You may have to close the lid properly.
• The washer pauses in some cycles. This is normal in delicate cycle, which has short soak period where your clothes are being soaked for very short period of time. You will not hear washer operation for that period of time. When the soak time is over, it will start automatically.

Problems with Water

• Not enough water coming out: Water faucet may need to be turned on fully. Water hoses may be tangled up. Straighten up hoses. Check water level selection, it may need to be readjusted.
• Water temperature is incorrect: Check your water heater temperature. Hot water needs to be at a temperature at least 120^ - 140^ ( 49^ - 60^) . Check to make sure the inlet hoses are properly connected. (e.g. hot to hot and cold to cold.
• Water leaks: This is due to not properly installing drain hose or fill hoses. Your home drain may be clogged or having constant water pressure. You may need to tighten hoses, check the plumbing or call a plumber.
• Water will not drain: This is due to not installing your drain hose properly. You may need to connect the drain hose properly. Check the position of the drain hose. In order to drain properly, make sure that top of drain outlet is less then 4 ft. (1.2m) above the floor.

Washer is Making Noise

• Washer may need to be reinstalled. (Check washer installation section.)
• Washer load may need to be re-balanced, as the load may be uneven.
• Coins, loose change, buttons or other heavy objects could make noise (read Operation Guide - Normal Operating Sounds.)
• Squealing Sounds: Due to overloaded wash tub.
• Vibration Noises: Due to not leveling washer properly on the floor and uneven distribution of clothes in the tub.

Problems with Clothes

• Clothes are too wrinkled: this is due to improper sorting, overloading and washing in very hot water repeatedly. Avoid overloading and resort your load. Do not mix heavy clothes such as work clothes with light clothes such as blouses, light shirts and delicate items. You may need to wash in warm or cold water.
• Have soap residue: detergent may not be dissolving in water. Check water temperature or you need to add detergent as wash tub is being filled with water before you load your clothes to avoid soap residue on clothes.
• Clothes are grayed or yellowed: this is due to not pouring enough detergent for large loads. You may have to add more detergent to the load.
• Clothes are ripped and have holes/excessive wear and tear: this is due to sharp objects such as pins and belt buckles You will need to remove small loose sharp objects. Fasten belts, zippers, metal snaps etc. Check if you are using undiluted bleach. Never add undiluted bleach to wash.

LIMITED WARRANTY

In Home Service

Full ONE Year Warranty

For 12 months from the date of original retail purchase, Haier will repair or replace any part free of charge including labor that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

Limited Warranty

After one year from the original retail purchase date, Haier will provide a part at no cost, as indicated below, to replace said part as a result of a defect in materials or workmanship. Haier is solely responsible for the cost of the part. All other costs such as labor, trip charge, etc are the responsibility of the owner.

Second through Fifth Year

Haier will provide the outer washtub and related outer tub assembly parts should the part fail to hold water.

Second through Seventh Year

Haier will provide the inner stainless steel wash tub if defective in material or workmanship.

Note: This warranty commences on the date the item was purchased and the original purchase receipt must be presented to the authorized service representative before warranty repairs are rendered.

Exceptions: Commercial or Rental Use Warranty

90 days labor from date of original purchase

90 days parts from date of original purchase

No other warranty applies

For Warranty Service

Contact your nearest authorized service center. All service must be performed by a Haier authorized service center. For the name and telephone number of the nearest authorized service center please call 1-877-337-3639.

Before calling please have available the following information:

Model number and serial number of your appliance. The name and address of the dealer you purchased the unit from and the date of purchase.

A clear description of the problem.

A proof of purchase (sales receipt).

This warranty covers appliances within the continental United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. What is not covered by this warranty:

Replacement or repair of household fuses, circuit breakers, wiring or plumbing.

A product whose original serial number has been removed or altered.

Any service charges not specifically identified as normal such as normal service area or hours.

Damage to clothing.

Damage incurred in shipping.

Damage caused by improper installation or maintenance.

Damage from misuse, abuse accident, fire, flood, or acts of nature.

Damage from service other than an authorized Haier dealer or service center.

Damage from incorrect electrical current, voltage or supply.

Damage resulting from any product

modification, alteration or adjustment not authorized by Haier.

Adjustment of consumer operated controls as identified in the owner's manual.

Hoses, knobs, lint trays and all attachments, accessories and disposable parts.

Labor, service transportation, and shipping charges for the removal and replacement of defective parts beyond the initial 12-month period.

Damage from other than normal household use.

Any transportation and shipping charges.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTYES, EXPRESSED OR, INCLUDING THE WARRANTYES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE

The remedy provided in this warranty is exclusive and is granted in lieu of all other remedies.

This warranty does not cover incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary, from state to state.

Haier America

New York, NY 10018

CONSIGNES DE SECURITE IMPORTANTES

If you have a problem with this product, please contact the "Haier Customer Satisfaction Center" at 1-877-337-3639.

DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE

IMPORTANT