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Page 1 USE AND CARE GUIDE IMPOR T ANT! T o g et the best perf or mance fr om y our washer , read all oper atin g instr uctions bef ore using it f or the first time . SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE CONTENTS IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 CHILD SAFETY FEA TURES 2 ASKO W ASHER FEA TURES 3 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS 4 PREP ARING THE L[...]
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Page 2 T o reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: ♦ Read all instructions before using the appliance. ♦ Do not run appliance while you are out of the home. ♦ Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked i[...]
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Page 3 E 2 2h Y our new energy-efficient ASKO washer is designed to give you maximum cleaning performance using less water , energy and detergent. T o make the most of the washer ’ s functions and features, we recommend that you read this manual carefully before using your machine for the first time. For operating instructions, refer to pages 10 [...]
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Page 4 Height 33-1/2 ”– 34-1/2 (850 – 876 mm) Width 23-7/16 ” (595 mm) Depth W6761: 23-7/16" (595 mm) W6021/W6441: 24-7/16 ” (620 mm) Weight 167 lbs. (73 kg) Rated load See data plate Supply voltage Single-phase 230 V , 60 Hz Heating element 2000 W Fuse 15 A (2 internal fuses) ACCESSORIES INST ALLA TION INSTR UCTIONS Read these instr[...]
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Page 5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS The machine is delivered ready-fitted with a plug and is intended for connection to an ASKO Dryer , which is equipped with a matching receptacle. The plug supplied with the washer can only be used with an ASKO Dryer . If the washer is used separately or with another dryer , it must be on a separate 220 V single-phase c[...]
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Page 6 PREP ARING THE LA UNDR Y We believe ASKO washers clean better than any other washer available on the market. With proper attention to how you prepare your laundry items for washing and drying, your wardrobe and linens will look like new for years. SOR TING THE LA UNDR Y Properly sorting your laundry is a very important factor in ensuring tha[...]
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Page 7 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. The table below defines the symbols used on fabric care labels. (NOTE: Some manufacturers may use slightly dif ferent symbols.) CARE LABEL INSTRUCTIONS CARE LABE[...]
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Page 8 Laundry detergents are available in low-, normal- and high-sudsing formulas. A detergent ´ s ability to clean is not relative to the amount of suds it produces. Excess suds in a front-loading washer actually interfere with the cleaning because they cushion the tumbling action. Also, high-sudsing detergents are more difficult to completely r[...]
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Page 9 RECOMMENDED WASH TEMPERA TURES Different fabrics require different wash temperatures. The table below gives recommended wash temperatures for different fabrics as well as recommended programs, load Fabric softeners are available in several concentrations. We recommend that you use only two tablespoons of FABRIC SOFTENERS fabric softener . If[...]
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Page 10 Start Stop Programs T emperature ° F 85 105 175 120 160 205 140 Normal Rinse Quick Pe rm a press Heavy Stain Drain Spin Hand/ Delicate Wool Super quick THE CONTR OL P ANEL W6021 OPERA TING INSTR UCTIONS Door Open Button Press to open the glass door . (Please note that the unit must be at the end of a program to open the glass door .) Super[...]
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Page 11 W6021 PROGRAMS AND OPTIONS Y our ASKO washer has several programs and options specifically designed to give you the cleanest laundry possible. The tables below define each program. CAUTION! Some fabrics may not be able to withstand extremely hot temperatures. Always refer to the garment care label for recommended wash temperature. Pr ogr a [...]
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Page 12 LED Window Displays wash temperature, program options, estimated running time, and the remaining time. Stain Programs Heavy Normal Perma press Quick Super quick Drain Spin Rinse Hand/ Delicate W ool THE CONTROL P ANEL W6441 OPERA TING INSTR UCTIONS Door Open Button Press to open the glass door . (Please note that there will be a three-secon[...]
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Page 13 OPTION BU TTONS The Option buttons allow you to select wash temperatures, spin speeds, delayed start, extra rinses, high-water level, and anti-crease. Each of these options is defined in more detail in the following paragraphs. NOTE: The unit is programmed to retain the option selections, except for temperatures above 140 ° and Delayed Sta[...]
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Page 14 cancelled after the main wash has started. NOTE: The Wool and Hand/Delicate wash programs automatically have a higher water level. Anti-Crease Button This option is designed to reduce wrinkling of garments that are not going to be taken out of the washer right away . When you select Anti-crease, the drum will rotate once every minute at the[...]
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Page 15 P1 P2 P3 P4 Menu Enter Star t Stop P1 Light wash P2 Light wash P3 Quick w ash P4 Hand wash P1 P2 P3 P4 Star t Stop 105˚ 43 rp m 1400 Model W6761 has ASKO ’ s state-of-the-art EasyControl ™ panel, as illustrated below . T o select a wash program, simply press one of the preset program Door Open Button Press to open the glass door . Pres[...]
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Page 16 WASH PROGRAM OPTIONS The table below defines the wash program options. Not all options are available with all programs. For example, the wash temperature for the Wool and Hand wash programs cannot be set above 140 ° F . Only the options available for the program you select will display . The table on page 17 details which options are avail[...]
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Page 17 OPTIONS (On/Off) T emp (1) (2) Spin (3) W ash Setting Speed Delayed Pre- E2:Eco Super Anti- High Programs ( ° F) (rpm) Start (hrs) Soak Efficiency Rinse Crease Water Heavy Cold, 85 °– 205 ° 400-1600 1 – 2 4 yes yes yes yes yes Normal Cold, 85 °– 205 ° 400-1600 1 – 24 yes yes yes yes yes Light Cold, 85 °– 205 ° 400-1600 1 ?[...]
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Page 18 T emper ature This lets you set the wash temperature. The options are 85 ° , 105 ° , 120 ° , 140 ° , 160 ° , 175 ° , and 205 ° . Only the temperatures available for the wash program you selected will display . (See the “ Options Available ” chart on page 17.) 1. Press MENU until “ Select temperature ” displays. 2 . Use the Ar[...]
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Page 19 T o change the language, follow the steps below: 1. T urn the machine off then on again. 2. Press ENTER five times in succession then press P1 five times. (This must be done within 15 seconds.) 3. When the Language menu displays, press to advance to the desired language. 4. When your preference displays, press ENTER . CHANGING THE TEMPERA T[...]
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Page 20 W6761 ERROR MESSA GES Error messages will display in the LCD window if faults occur while a program is in progress. The table below defines each possible error message. ERR OR MESSA GE SOL UTI ON When this symbol flashes at the lower right corner of the display it merely means the glass door isn ’ t closed securely . Close the door and tr[...]
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Page 21 CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTR UCTIONS CLEANING THE DETERGENT DRA WER 1. Pull the drawer out as far as it goes then lift it up and pull it out completely , as illustrated. 2. Clean the drawer with a soft brush under warm running water . Do not put the drawer into a dishwasher . 3. Replace the drawer by tilting it into position. CLEANING THE PIN[...]
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Page 22 Most items can be safely washed in an ASKO washing machine. We recommend that you follow the care label instructions as closely as possible for the best cleaning results. Should problems occur , some possible causes and suggested solutions are listed below . Y ou may need to use slightly more detergent if clothes are heavily soiled, have oi[...]
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Page 23 E 2 2h COMMON LA UNDR Y PROBLEMS (CONTINUED) Prob lem Possible Cause Suggested Solution TROUBLESHOO TING If you should experience a problem with your washer , you should review the following list of frequently encountered situations or go to our website at www .askousa.com. It could save you the cost and inconvenience of a service call. Eve[...]
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Page 24 TROUBLESHOO TING (CONTINUED) T he door w ont open. ♦ Make sure the power to the unit is on. If the power is o n and the indicator lamp is not lit, there is no power supply . Check that the machine is properly plugged into the electrical outlet. If it is, the fuses may be blown. Call a service technician. ♦ Make sure all the water has[...]
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Page 25 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 [...]
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Page 26 INDEX Symbols 7 button 10 800 button 10 A Allergies 6 Anti-crease button (W6441) 14 Anti-crease option (W6761) 17 Automatic water level control 3 B Bleach 8 Built-in installation 5 C Cancelling a program (see “ interrupting a program ” ) Care and cleaning 21 Care label instructions 7 Celsius, changing readout W6441 1 4 W6761 1 9 Changin[...]
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Page 27 P Paddles, removing 21 Permanent press items 6 Pin trap, cleaning 21 Poison hotline 2 Polyester blends 9 Powder detergents 8 Power button W6021 10 W6441 12 W6761 15 Preparing the laundry 6 Preset Programs (W6761) 16 Preset programs (W6761) restoring 19 Problems (e.g., stains, etc.) 22, 2 3 Program buttons (W6761) 16 Program changes, tempora[...]