User manual HAIER XQJ100-96A 09-01

[. . . ] XQJ100-96A manual 10/22/01 11:30 AM Page 1 Top Load Clothes Washer Lave-Linge Automatique à Dessus Frontal Pour des Vêtements Lavadora Automática Para las Ropas de Cargado Tapa User ManualGuide de l'UtilisateurManual del UsuarioModel # Modèle XQJ100-96A Para Modelo de XQJ100-96A manual 10/22/01 11:30 AM Page 2 English IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Warning ­ To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide. Use only detergents or softeners recommended for use in a clothes washer and keep them out of the reach of children. This washer must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. [. . . ] · 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 not install or operate your washer where room temperature is below freezing. 13 XQJ100-96A manual 10/22/01 11:30 AM Page 15 English 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. This is normal in delicate or hand-washable cycle, which has short soak period where your clothes are being soaked for very short 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 Temperature is incorrect: Check your water heater temperature. hot to hot & cold to cold) · Water leaks: This is due to not properly installing drain hose or fill hoses. · Water pumped out before the cycle is completed: It happens if you open the lid in the middle of cycle. · Water will not drain: This is due to not installing your drain hose properly. In order to drain properly, make sure that top of drain outlet is less than 4 ft. 14 XQJ100-96A manual 10/22/01 11:30 AM Page 16 English 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 Operating Guide ­ Normal Operating Sounds). · Vibration Noise: 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 too hot water repeatedly. Do not mix heavy clothes such as work clothes with light clothes such as blouses, light shirts and delicate items. 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. · Spots or stains on your clothes: this is due to incorrect use of fabric softener. You may need to read proper instructions on the container and follow proper directions for using the softener. · Clothes are grayed or yellowed: this is due to not pouring enough detergent for large loads. [. . . ] Third through Fifth Year Haier will provide the transmission assembly. Haier will provide the cabinet assembly should the cabinet rust through Third through Tenth Year Haier will provide the outer wash tub and related outer tub assembly parts should the part fail to hold water. Third through Fifteenth Year Haier will provide the inner plastic wash tub. 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. [. . . ]