Admiral Washer AAV 3 User Manual

AAV-3  
10.1 Kg  
Washer  
Use & Care Guide  
®
Table of Contents  
Care & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
Important Safety Instructions 1-2  
Using the Controls  
2 Speed Combo Models . . . . . . . 3-4  
3 Speed Combo Models . . . . . . . 5-6  
4 Speed Combo Models . . . . . . . 7-8  
Guide d’utilisation  
et d’entretien . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Special Features . . . . . . . . 10-11  
Guía de uso y cuidado . . . . . 28  
Form No. A/07/05  
Part No. 2205438  
Litho U.S.A.  
©2005 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.  
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Important Safety Instructions  
hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not  
smoke or use an open flame during this time.  
WARNING  
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock,  
or personal injury when using your washer, follow  
basic safety precautions, including the following:  
d. Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with  
vegetable or cooking oil. These items may contain  
some oil after laundering. Due to the remaining oil,  
the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.  
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.  
7. Do not reach into the appliance if the tub or agitator  
2. As with any equipment using electricity and having  
moving parts, there are potential hazards. To use this  
appliance safely, the operator should become familiar  
with the instructions for operation of the appliance  
and always exercise care when using it.  
is moving.  
8. Do not allow children or pets to play on, in, or in  
front of the appliance. Close supervision is necessary  
when the appliance is used near children and pets.  
3. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be  
9. Do not tamper with controls.  
exposed to the weather.  
10. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or  
attempt any servicing unless specifically  
4. Install and level washer on a floor that can support  
the weight.  
recommended in published user-repair instructions  
that you understand and have the skills to carry out.  
5. This appliance must be properly grounded. Never  
plug the appliance cord into a receptacle which is  
not grounded adequately and in accordance with  
local and national codes. See installation instructions  
for grounding this appliance.  
11. Unplug power supply cord before attempting to  
service your washer. Service is to be done only by  
qualified service personnel.  
12. The agitator should not be removed. If the agitator is  
removed, it must be replaced by pushing down  
completely and the locking screw tightened before  
the washer is operated.  
6. To avoid the possibility of fire or explosion:  
a. Do not wash items 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. Hand wash and line dry  
any items containing these substances.  
13. Keep all laundry aids such as detergents, bleach, etc.,  
out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked  
cabinet. Use laundry aids only as directed by the  
manufacturer. Observe all warnings on container labels.  
Any material on which you have used a cleaning  
solvent, or which is saturated with flammable  
liquids or solids, should not be placed in the  
washer until all traces of these liquids or solids  
and their fumes have been removed.  
14. Keep the area around and underneath washer free  
from the accumulation of combustible materials, such  
as lint, paper, rags, gasoline, and all other flammable  
vapors and liquids.  
15. Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids  
(such as vinegar or rust remover) in the same wash.  
Hazardous fumes can form.  
These items include acetone, denatured alcohol,  
gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household  
cleaners, some spot removers, turpentine, waxes  
and wax removers.  
16. Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small  
particles can stick to fabrics washed in following  
loads and cause skin irritation.  
b. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or  
other flammable or explosive substances to the  
wash water. These substances give off vapors that  
could ignite or explode.  
17. For flame resistant finishes - follow garment  
manufacturer's instructions carefully. Improper  
laundering could remove the finish.  
c. Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be  
produced in a hot water system that has not been  
used for two weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS  
EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been  
used for such a period, before using a washer or  
combination washer-dryer, turn on all hot water  
faucets and let the water flow from each for  
18. Before the appliance is removed from service or  
discarded, remove the door to the washing compartment.  
19. Inlet hoses are subject to damage and deterioration  
over time. Check the hoses periodically for bulges, kinks,  
cuts, wear or leaks and replace them every five years.  
several minutes. This will release any accumulated  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Using the Controls - 2 Speed Combo Models  
STEP  
2
STEP  
1
Select LOAD SIZE  
Select Cycle and Water  
Temperature  
Determine the selected setting based on load size.  
Selection should provide sufficient water to permit  
clothes to circulate freely during agitation.  
To select a cycle and water temperature, push the  
control dial in (off position) and turn it to the right  
(clockwise) until the pointer is at the number of  
minutes and water temperature needed for the wash  
load in the COTTONS, WRINKLE-FREE FABRICS or  
DELICATES cycles. All rinses use cold water.  
It may become necessary, due to bulky fabrics, to  
adjust the water level after agitation begins. To adjust  
the water level, turn the control to Reset and then  
back to the desired setting.  
COTTONS Cycle  
WATER LEVEL SETTING  
Mini (select models)  
Medium  
LOAD SIZE  
Used to wash Cottons and heavily soiled items.  
1/4 Full  
1/4 – 3/4  
3/4 – Full  
WRINKLE-FREE FABRICS Cycle  
Used to minimize wrinkles with a cool-down spray  
rinse following the wash.  
Super  
DELICATES Cycle  
Used for items requiring delicate wash action. The  
washer will fill, then agitate and soak alternately.  
Note: Items must circulate freely for best results.  
°
Note: In wash water temperatures below 60 F  
(16° C), detergents do not dissolve well or clean  
°
well. Care labels define cold water as up to 85 F  
(29° C).  
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Control features vary by model.  
STEP  
3
CYCLE  
TIME  
TEMPS  
Pull Control Dial Out to Start  
14  
10  
6
Hot/Cold  
You may stop the washer at any time by simply  
pushing the control dial in. Therefore it is possible to  
obtain a non-agitated soak or to shorten, skip or  
repeat any part of a cycle. The control dial must be  
pushed in (off position) when you change the setting.  
COTTONS  
Warm/Cold  
Warm/Cold  
2
12  
8
WRINKLE-  
FREE  
FABRICS  
Note: Do not attempt to turn the control dial  
counterclockwise. Damage to the timer will result.  
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Cold/Cold  
Warm/Cold  
Cold/Cold  
10  
6
DELICATES  
2
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Using the Controls - 3 Speed Combo Models  
STEP  
1
STEP  
2
Select LOAD SIZE  
Select WASH/RINSE TEMP  
Determine the selected setting based on clothes load  
size. Selection should provide sufficient water to permit  
clothes to circulate freely during agitation.  
Your washer gives you a choice of hot, warm or cold  
water for washing and cold water for rinsing. Use the  
chart below as a guide.  
It may become necessary, due to bulky fabrics, to  
adjust the water level after agitation begins. To adjust  
the water level, turn the control to reset and then back  
to the desired setting.  
WASH/RINSE  
TEMPS  
LOAD TYPE  
White and heavily soiled, color-fast  
items.  
Hot/Cold  
Warm/Cold  
Cold/Cold  
Moderately soiled, colored items;  
most wrinkle-free items.  
WATER LEVEL SETTING  
LOAD SIZE  
Mini (select models)  
Medium  
1/4 Full  
1/4 – 3/4  
3/4 – Full  
Brightly colored, lightly soiled  
items; washable woolens.  
Super  
°
Note: In wash water temperatures below 60 F  
(16° C), detergents do not dissolve well or clean  
Note: Items must circulate freely for best results.  
°
well. Care labels define cold water as up to 85 F  
(29° C).  
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Control features vary by model.  
STEP  
4
STEP  
3
Pull Control Dial Out to Start  
Select Cycle  
You may stop the washer at any time by simply  
pushing the control dial in. Therefore it is possible to  
obtain a non-agitated soak or to shorten, skip or  
repeat any part of a cycle. The control dial must be  
pushed in (off position) when you change the setting.  
To select a cycle, push the control dial in (off position)  
and turn it to the right (clockwise) until the pointer is at  
the number of minutes needed for the wash load in the  
COTTONS Fabrics, WRINKLE-FREE FABRICS or  
DELICATES cycles.  
COTTONS Cycle  
Provides normal agitation and normal spin speeds to  
wash cottons and heavily soiled items. For maximum  
cleaning, set the dial at 14 minutes.  
Note: Do not attempt to turn the control dial  
counterclockwise. Damage to the timer will result.  
WRINKLE-FREE FABRICS Cycle  
Provides normal agitation speed and normal spin  
speed with a spray rinse to protect wrinkle-free fabrics.  
DELICATES Cycle  
Provides slow agitation speed and slow spin speed for  
delicates and knits.  
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Using the Controls - 4 Speed Combo Models  
WASH/SPIN  
SPEEDS  
LOAD TYPE  
STEP  
1
Select LOAD SIZE  
Sturdy fabrics needing maximum  
water extraction.  
Normal/Normal  
Normal/Slow  
Determine the selected setting based on load size.  
Selection should provide sufficient water to permit  
clothes to circulate freely during agitation.  
Sturdy fabrics needing a slower  
spin speed because of wrinkling.  
Slow/Normal Heavy loads of delicate fabrics  
needing a fast spin for better water  
extraction.  
It may become necessary, due to bulky fabrics, to  
adjust the water level after agitation begins. To adjust  
the water level, turn the control to Reset and then  
back to the desired setting.  
Slow/Slow  
Delicate fabrics needing slower  
wash and spin speed because of  
clothing construction.  
WATER LEVEL SETTING  
LOAD SIZE  
Mini (select models)  
Small  
1/4 Full  
1/4 – 1/2  
1/2 – 3/4  
3/4 – Full  
STEP  
3
Medium  
Select WASH/RINSE TEMP  
Super  
Your washer gives you a choice of hot, warm or cold  
water for washing and cold or warm water for rinsing.  
Use the chart below as a guide.  
Note: Items must circulate freely for best results.  
WASH/RINSE  
TEMPS  
LOAD TYPE  
STEP  
2
White and heavily soiled, color-fast  
items.  
Hot/Cold  
Warm/Warm  
Warm/Cold  
Select WASH/SPIN SPEED  
Moderately soiled, colored items.  
Your washer has selectable wash and spin speed  
combinations.  
Moderately soiled, colored items;  
most wrinkle-free items.  
Brightly colored, lightly soiled  
items; washable woolens.  
Cold/Cold  
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Control features vary by model.  
COTTONS Cycle  
°
Note: In wash water temperatures below 60 F  
For regular fabrics, select the cycle time and turn the  
(16° C), detergents do not dissolve well or clean  
°
Wash/Spin Speed dial to Normal/Normal.  
well. Care labels define cold water as up to 85 F  
(29° C).  
For fabrics needing a slower spin speed to reduce  
wrinkling, set the control dial on Wrinkle-Free and  
turn the wash/spin speed dial to Normal/Slow.  
STEP  
4
DELICATES Cycle  
This cycle provides up to 12 minutes of agitation.  
Depending on the load, select either the Slow/Slow  
or Slow/Normal wash/spin speed.  
Select Options (if desired)  
EXTRA RINSE  
When the knob is in the on position, an additional  
rinse at the end of the COTTONS cycle is provided to  
more completely remove laundry additives, suds,  
perfumes, etc.  
SOAK Cycle  
This cycle provides approximately 30 minutes of  
agitation and soaking to help remove stubborn dirt  
and stains. For more information see page 10.  
END OF CYCLE SIGNAL (select models)  
The end of cycle signal will sound once the cycle is  
completed. The end of cycle signal can be canceled by  
setting the switch to Off.  
STEP  
6
Pull Control Dial Out to Start  
You may stop the washer at any time by simply  
pushing the control dial in. Therefore it is possible to  
obtain a non-agitated soak or to shorten, skip or  
repeat any part of a cycle. The control dial must be  
pushed in (off position) when you change the setting.  
STEP  
5
Select Cycle  
To select a cycle, push the control dial in (off position)  
and turn it to the right (clockwise) until the pointer is at  
the number of minutes desired for the wash load.  
Note: Do not attempt to turn the control dial  
counterclockwise. Damage to the timer will result.  
IMPORTANT: For optimum fabric care, the  
appropriate wash and spin speed for the load type  
must be selected using the WASH/SPIN SPEED knob.  
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Operating Tips  
Detergent  
• Use either liquid or granular laundry detergent. For  
best results, be sure detergent is added to the  
washer BEFORE the load and be sure the wash  
°
water is above 60 F (16° C).  
• Use the correct amount of detergent for the load size,  
soil level and water conditions. Use more detergent if  
you have hard water and very soiled loads.  
If you have soft water or a lightly soiled load, use less  
detergent. (See manufacturer’s instructions.)  
• Wipe up any detergent spills on the washer.  
Loading  
• For best results add the detergent to the washtub  
before adding the load.  
• Put dry, unfolded clothes loosely in the tub, up to the  
top row of holes for a maximum load.  
Do not wrap large items like sheets around the  
agitator.  
• Mix large and small items for best circulation. Wash  
bulky items like blankets separately.  
• When laundering wrinkle-free items or items of  
delicate construction, washable woolens or loosely  
knit items, never use less than the Medium water  
level setting. This will minimize shrinkage, wrinkling  
and pulling of seams.  
• Close lid carefully to avoid slamming.  
Additional Tips  
• During the spin, it is possible for the load to become  
unevenly distributed in the tub. If this happens, push  
in the control dial, open the lid, redistribute the load,  
close the lid and restart the washer. The spin will  
resume at the point it was interrupted.  
• The washer will pause briefly throughout each cycle.  
These pauses are normal.  
• This washer is designed so that it will not agitate or  
spin when the lid is open. It will, however, fill with the  
lid open so water is available for pretreating stains or  
diluting fabric softener.  
• If you open the lid during a spin cycle, the washer  
will stop. When the lid is closed and the washer is  
restarted, the washer will continue the cycle at the  
point it was interrupted.  
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Special Features  
If it is necessary to clean the dispenser:  
Liquid Bleach Dispenser  
1. Pull the dispenser off of the top of the agitator.  
The dispenser automatically dilutes liquid chlorine  
bleach before it reaches your wash load.  
2. Soak for one hour (in sink or container) in hot  
water and dishwashing liquid.  
To use, follow these steps:  
3. Hold hands over top and bottom of dispenser and  
shake to loosen buildup.  
1. Measure liquid chlorine bleach carefully, following  
the instructions on the bottle.  
4. Rinse with clean, hot water.  
5. Repeat process if necessary.  
6. Replace dispenser on agitator.  
2. Pour liquid chlorine bleach into bleach  
dispenser before adding the load. Avoid  
splashing or over-filling the dispenser.  
Do not use dishwashing liquid inside the washer.  
Oversudsing can occur.  
SOAK Cycle (select models)  
This cycle eliminates the inconvenience of soaking  
stained loads before they are placed in the washer.  
To use, follow these steps:  
1. Add liquid or granular detergent to the washtub.  
2. Add the load.  
3. Add liquid detergent only to the Liquid Dispenser  
in the top of the agitator.  
4. Set the control dial to Start in the SOAK Cycle.  
Notes:  
The load will soak for 30 minutes with brief periods of  
agitation. The water is then spun out and clean wash  
water is added along with the liquid detergent for a  
16-minute wash cycle.  
Never pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach  
directly onto the load or into the wash tub. It is a  
powerful chemical and can cause fabric damage,  
such as tearing or color loss, if not used properly.  
Safety Spin  
• If you prefer to use color-safe, non-chlorine  
bleach, pour it into the wash tub with your  
detergent. Do not pour non-chlorine bleaches into  
the bleach dispenser.  
If for any reason you open the washer lid when the  
washer is in a spin or extract period, the operation will  
immediately stop. This is for your personal safety. If  
your washer does not stop, call your service technician  
immediately. When the lid is closed, the operation will  
automatically resume.  
Liquid Dispenser (select models)  
The dispenser may be used for fabric softener with  
most cycles or liquid detergent with the SOAK cycle  
(select models). The liquid dispenser should be  
cleaned before and after each use of liquid detergent.  
The dispenser automatically releases the liquid at the  
proper time during the cycle.  
Finger Faucet (select models)  
Provides a flow of water when holding the  
switch in the On position.  
To use, follow these steps:  
1. Pour a measured amount of desired liquid into  
the dispenser to fill line only.  
2. If liquid comes below line, add warm water.  
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Special Features  
For this reason, the cycle will always be completed. If  
heavier fabrics in such out-of-balance loads should  
ever contain excessive moisture at the completion of  
the cycle, redistribute the clothes in the washer and  
reset the control dial for the final spin period.  
Automatic Lint Filtering System  
The Lint Filtering System does not require  
cleaning.  
Wash and rinse water is filtered and re-filtered  
continuously to trap lint shed by most fabrics during  
the agitation cycle before it can be redeposited on the  
wash load. The engineered hole design on the wash  
basket, in conjunction with water flow produced by the  
agitator, traps lint away from the clothes between the  
inner wash basket and the outer tub. Lint is  
automatically flushed from the washer during the spin  
cycle.  
Overload Protector  
A built-in protector automatically shuts off the washer  
motor in case of an overload. This can occur if:  
• The load being washed is too heavy.  
Too many appliances are plugged into the line  
operating your washer.  
• A low voltage condition exists on the line.  
• Lid is opened and closed repeatedly.  
Unbalanced Spin Load  
Compensator  
The overload protector permits the washer to start again  
when the motor has cooled to a safe operating temperature.  
Your new washer is designed to handle out-of-balance  
loads without shutting down or interrupting the  
washing cycle.  
If the motor stops repeatedly, call your service technician.  
Care & Cleaning  
1. After washing, leave the lid open until the interior  
is dry.  
11. If you close your home for the winter, have a service  
technician drain the washer. Unplug cord from  
electrical outlet and disconnect hoses from faucets.  
2. Check hoses to be sure there are no kinks or knots.  
Cleaning the Interior  
3. Your washer should not be installed where  
temperatures will go below freezing, as damage to  
the washer could result.  
Clean the interior of the washer periodically to remove  
any dirt, soil, odor, mold, mildew or bacteria residue  
that may remain in the washer as a result of washing  
clothes. We recommend taking the following steps  
every 60 to 120 days to clean and freshen your washer  
interior. The frequency with which the washer should  
be cleaned and freshened depends on factors such as  
usage, the amount of dirt, soil or bacteria being run  
through your washer, or the use of cold water. Failure  
to follow these instructions may result in unsatisfactory  
conditions, including unpleasant odor and/or  
4. To clean, occasionally wipe exterior with a clean  
damp sponge or cloth. Do not use polish on  
plastic parts.  
5. Lifetime lubrication is done at the factory, so your  
washer never needs to be oiled or greased.  
6. Do not lay heavy or sharp objects on top of your  
washer.  
7. The top of the washer should not be used for  
removing stains from garments. Some stain  
removers, such as rust remover, will mar the finish.  
permanent stains on the washer or wash load.  
To clean and freshen the washer interior:  
8. Remove pins, buckles or other sharp objects from  
clothes to prevent scratching interior parts.  
1. Add a measured amount of chlorine bleach to the  
bleach dispenser, following package directions.  
9. Clothes should not be stored in washer.  
2. Add 1/4 cup of detergent to the tub.  
10. Bleach, detergent, solvents, etc. spilled on the top  
of your washer that are allowed to remain will  
remove the glossy finish. Remove all spills with a  
damp, soft cloth.  
3. Run the washer without a load through a complete  
cycle using hot water.  
4. Repeat the process if necessary.  
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Troubleshooting  
• Plug cord into live electrical outlet.  
• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.  
Turn the control dial to proper cycle and restart the washer.  
Turn both faucets on fully.  
• Straighten inlet hoses.  
Won’t Fill  
• Disconnect hoses and clean screens. Hose filter screens may be plugged.  
Won’t Agitate  
• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.  
• Make sure the lid is completely closed.  
Turn the control dial to proper cycle and restart the washer.  
• Pauses are normal. Wait and see if the washer will start again.  
• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.  
• Straighten drain hoses. Eliminate kinked hoses. If there is a home drain restriction, call for  
drain service.  
Won’t Spin  
or Drain  
• Close lid and restart the washer. For your safety, washer will not spin unless the lid is closed.  
• Suds lock – caused by too much suds. Rewash without detergent. Use correct amount of a  
low-sudsing detergent.  
Load is Wet  
Stops  
• Unevenly distributed load. Redistribute the load, close the lid and restart the washer. Check for  
leveling. Be sure water level is acceptable for load size.  
• A normal spin speed is recommended for heavy loads like jeans or towels.  
• Plug cord into live electrical outlet.  
• Check fuse or reset circuit breaker.  
• Close lid and restart the washer. For your safety, washer will not agitate or spin unless lid is closed.  
• This may be a pause in the cycle. Wait briefly and it may start.  
• Make sure hose connections are tight.  
Leaks Water  
Is Noisy  
• Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted and secured to drain facility.  
• Avoid extended soaking – soak for 30 minutes or less.  
• Avoid overloading.  
• Be sure washer is leveled properly as outlined in installation manual.  
• Weak floors can cause vibration and walking.  
• Operating sounds will vary depending on agitation speed.  
Turn both faucets on fully.  
• If equipped with a temperature selector dial, be sure it is set directly on a temperature setting and  
not between settings.  
Fills with  
the Wrong  
Temperature  
Water  
• Make sure temperature selection is correct.  
• Make sure hoses are connected to correct faucets and inlet connections. Be sure water supply is  
regulated correctly. Flush water line before filling washer.  
• Check the water heater. It should be set to deliver a minimum 120° F (49° C) hot water at the tap.  
Also check water heater capacity and recovery rate.  
• Disconnect hoses and clean screens. Hose filter screens may be plugged.  
Cycle Selector  
Advances Through  
Off  
EXTRA RINSE (select models) is selected.  
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