Asko 11505 Product manual
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1. 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 warrenty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state For warrenty service contact the dealer from whom you purshased 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 15 Summary of washing instructions Turn the main On Off selector to the required program Open the door by pushing Load the washing and Pour detergent and close the door firmly fabric conditioner into the detergent compartment Set the temperature with the thermostate buttons l Turn the program pein knob to the required start and the machine will start her When the machine stops After a program that has finished by pumping out the water you can open the door after about two minutes After using the machine Turn off the main switch and leave the door ajar ee D Open the door by pressing Choosing the right program Art nr 80 623 30 We reserve the right to make changes WM 140 ASKO CYLINDA 96 422. 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 and t shirts inside out to prevent pilling and to protect the prints e Empty pockets and turn them inside out e Remove any sharp ornaments pins or buckles to prevent snags Close zippers and hooks to prevent snagging e Tie saches and strings to prevent tangling e Mend any small rips or tears to prevent them from getting bigger New colored items Read labels carefully If a label says Wash Separetely 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 reds and oranges on cottons are the dyes 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 slightly soiled the prewash cycle can be omitted Starting the machine at the main wash stage will save about 25 minutes 4 Pour detergent and fabric conditioner if used into the appropriate sections of the detergent compartment Detergents What kind How much Use only sudsing la
3. program knob to Drain to make the machine pump out After about two minutes you can open the door If you add more washing and restart the machine check that there is detergent left in the detergent compartment Which program should I choose You can naturally select a standard program or by combining your prefered temperature setting program and option selection produce a program to suit your requirements Point to note Before starting to spin the machine checks that the load is evenly distributed in the drum If not it redistributes the load by turning at normal drum speed and then makes another attempt to start spinning 8 When the machine has stopped Open the door by pressing 3 Open User Maintenance Instructions Care of the machine 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 the lower cover in front of the pump pull the small drain hose and drain off water into a shallow bowl after removing the plug from the end of the hose 1 2 Turn the pump cover anticlockwise to the position shown in 2 This un covers 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 puli it off Clean out the needle trap and clean the pump rotor at the back of the pump housing 3 4 Check that ther
4. steel inner and outer drum tub if it fails to hold water due to a manufacturing defect such as cracking or rusting TWENT FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRENTY One year full plus second through twentyfive year limited from date of purchase For Non Residential Installations SIX MONTHS FULL WARRANTY ASKO replacement parts and or tabor to correct defect in FROM DATE OF PURCHASE _ 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 serving 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 Continetal 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 CONSEQENTIAL DAMAGES
5. the sudsing detergents that have been successfully tested in the Asko washer tabels carefully and use only 1 3 to 1 2 of the along with the recommended amounts recommended amount For example If the e softening is desired try adding slight Fab powder 1 4 cup to 1 2 cup TAS SO AnS ry acaing siignlly Amway SA8 powder 1 2 tablespoons 1 8 cup more the next time Fresh Start powder 2 tablespoons 1 8 cup to 1 4 cup All powder 1 4 cup to 1 2 cup Add slightly less additional detergent for prewash Oversudsing The use of anything other than a low sudsing In general liquid detergents tend to be higher sudsing than powders Do detergent can cause severe oversudsing If this not use powder detergents that do not wash completely out of the happens run the wash through one or more detergent cup as the machine fills with water rinse programs starting on 5 until items are saas thoroughly rinsed Then run the empty washer Liquid detergents through an entire wash program starting on 1 Liquid detergents tend to more suds than powder to clear the machine of any remaining high detergents When trying a detergent for the first sudsing detergent time start out with a very small amount such as 1 to 2 tablespoons Liquid detergent can used for all programs without Clean the detergent pre wash Add it into the main wash compartment compartment regularly Bleach 1 Pull out the compartment and The use of bleaches
6. How to use the washing machine Printed on paper friendly to the environment U SA How to use the machine Follow the figures in the strip through this booklet for brief instructions on how to use the machine ust be The plug d rounded 1 tT openly rounde ance must be _ outlet that is Pai jocal This app oana RAN accordance wi i Full details and comments can be found below the strip and must be fully read before operating the washing machine Guide to parts Contents How to use the machine 2 Top panel Guide to parts 2 Detergent and fabric conditioner compartment The control panel 3 Opening the door 3 Sorting the washing 4 Detergent 5 Which program should I use 6 Program examples 6 7 Care of the machine 8 Safety 9 If the machine won t work 9 Technical details 10 Installation 10 11 Removing the transport braces Adjusting the feet Building in the machine Electrical installation Water supply Draining connection Problems ans Solutions 12 14 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS14 Warranty 15 Instructions summary l 16 How to use the machine Choosing the right program Environment facts Choose the right program You can save considerable energy by not using stronger programs than necessary e Using the normal cycle of this washer will enable the higher spin speed to be used to reduce the amount of moisture that must be removed by tumble drying the clothes D
7. Incorrect water temperature Protein stains such as Old stains 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 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 13 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 Read all instructions before using the appliance 2 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 3 Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children 4 Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded remove the door to the washing or drying compartment 5 Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving 6 Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather 7 Do not tamper with controls 8 Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user repair instructions or in
8. e 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 2 Dy Ly SH By ip Closed Access openings under the drum paddles if an object has fallen between the drum and the outer container you can get it out as follows 1 Undo the screw on top of the paddle with a screwdriver three turns 2 Pull the paddle towards you and lift it upwards 3 Remove the object Be careful not to bend the immersion heater elements 4 Locate the paddle in its fixing hole with the F mark to the front i e facing you Slide the paddle backwards as far as it will go Check that its clips are properly located in the slots in the drum and retighten the screw 9 After use NB Don t close the door after using the machine leave it ajar 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 Turn off the machine at the On Off button If the machine won t work 1 Check that the main On Off switch is turned on 2 If the indicater lamp is not lit there is no power supply Check the plug and fuses The door cannot be opened normally if there is no power supply 3 If the door cannot be
9. eners 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 synhetics and cotton polyester blends inside out For the best results wash cotton polyester knits using the delicate cycle Problems Try the following remedies Poor result may not always be caused by the machine Read through the chart below before contacting your servicer Problem Possible Cause Suggested Remedy Yellowing of clothes Shrinkage Knit shrinkage Rips snags excess wear Fading and discoloring Not enough detergent water not hot enough Iron or manganese in water improver washing or drying Overheating Delayed or gradual shrinkage Poor construction Sharp objects in pockets Hooks snaps zippers buckles Harsh chemicals Existing rips and tears Permanent press items Inproper sorting Crayons or pens in pockets Water too hot Caused by body oils not completely removed Use hottest recommended temperature for each type of load and add slightly more detergent 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 Follow garment car label instructions carefully Some fabrics will shrink no matter how they are washed Some may be machine washed but
10. etergent Using more detergent does not improve the washing performance but merely imposes an extra load on the environment Try reducing the amount of detergent you use and increase it only if the results are unsatisfactory 1 Turn the selector to the 2 Open the door by desired program pressing Normal Open if the door does not open see below The control panel Program control knob Temperature Program selector The program control knob options with On Off switch must be turned clockwise only _ Main ON OFF Switch Must not be on Off ASKO SHICZF Motin sweden when opening the door Indicating lamp QN q n Lights to show that 1 Normal the power is turned on y LL wash Quick Cold O Temperature You can select four different temperatures Extra hot Gives 160 F during main wash works only when Hot is pressed as well Hot Gives 140 F during main wash Warm Gives 105 F during main wash Cold Gives cold water during main wash Quick When you put in the Quick button you get a short program with three rinses and a short spin wd The door can be opened only when the program control knob is at the end of a program If it has stopped anywhere else turn it drain to pump out the water The door can be opened about two minutes after pumping out 3 Load the and press the door washing shut B It cannot be slammed shut Sort the washing Sort clothes by colo
11. hly in order to remove any particles of dirt which might otherwise block the strainer in the water inlet of the machine 15 3 4 35 1 2 Drain outlet connection The machine is supplied with the outlet hose ready fitted The hose should be hung over a suitable sink edge or drain pipe 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 NB If the hose is extended the internal diameter of the coupling must not be less than 1 2 11 Problems Try the following remedies Poor result 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 doesen t work page 9 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 facility Extrem vibration during spin Transit packing not Remove transit packing See page 10 cycle removed Machine not level Adjust machine feet and tighten locknuts Oversudsing Wrong detergent Use only low sudsing detergents See page 5 Run clothes throough extra rinse cycles Run empty machine through complete cycle Too m
12. is not necessary with these ae Pee congWonsr machines nor is it recommended Note Detergents Using more detergent does not 2 Select any program improve the washing performance but merely 3 Clean the compartment with a imposes an extra load on the environment Try brush while water flows through reducing the amount of detergent you use and it increase it only if the results are unsatisfactory 4 When finished select Drain to pump the water out of the machine 5 Press the required 6 Turn the program knob temperature button to the point where you Ssh r ior W want the machine to start QUICK OPEN COLD D Rinse ash Remember turn the program knob clockwise only What the figures on the program knob mean Spin 1 5 minutes at 800 or 1000 rpm depending on program selection Drain Pumping out Rinse Four rinses or less of cold water depending on program selection Prewash If you want a program with prewash you can select between three start points 12 9 6 0r 3 minutes of Prewash Main wash 8 startpoints give 24 21 18 15 12 9 60r 3 minutes of Main wash Cold water inlet a a 7 The machines starts and If you change your mind works through the stages and want a different program shown below Turn the program knob and program selector to the required positions and press any temperature switches that you want or want to interrupt the program Turn the
13. not machine dried Knits tend to shrink more than woven fabrics If a knit has been heat shaped wash in cool or warm water Dry with the tow setting Can occur when special stabilizing finishes are reduced from wear or repeated washings Garment may sometimes be reshaped by pressing after washing and drying 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 Empty all pockets and turn inside out before laundering Fasten all hooks snaps and zippers before laundering to avoid snags Remove sharp buckies Turn knits inside out Before washing rinse harshchemicals 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 Mend all garments before laundering to prevent enlarging of rips 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 with very heavy items such as towels or jeans 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 Empty all pockets before washing Cool or cold water is best for retaining dark or bright colors Stains not removed
14. opened in the normal manner it can be opened as follows Insert a small screwdriver in the hole to the left of the door and press the door catch upwards to release the door _ The door will not open If the door still cannot be opened in the normal way afterwards call a service engineer The machine does not fill with water when started Is the tap in the supply line open 2 Is the strainer in the inlet connection blocked Unscrew the hose and check Remember to tum off the water supply first The machine does not start when the program knob is turned to the starting position 1 Is the door properly closed Press it shut firmly don t slam it 2 Is the main On Off switch turned on 3 Has the power supply failed Check the plug and fuses The machine will not spin 1 is the pump or outlet hose blocked Clean if necessary as described on page 8 2 Has the power supply failed Check the plug and fuses _ 3 The machine will make up to 30 attempts to start redistributing the washing if the drum is out of balance After that it passes on to the next stage of the program i Is anything blocking the outlet hose A button or a coin can do so Make sure that no part of the hose including any joints is less than 15 mm in diameter 2 Is the pump blocked Clean it as described on page 8 Is the outlet hose kinked A lot of foam in the final
15. published user repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out 9 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 10 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 or combination washer dryer turn on all 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 Save These Instructions 14 ASKO Product Warranty Home Clothes Washers and Dryers For Residential Installations Length of warranty ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY From date of purchase ASKO will pay for 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 LIMITED WARRANTY One year full plus second through fifthyear limited from date of purchase ASKO replacement parts repair labor costs not included _ for any defective solid state controls timers motors pumps ASKO replacement parts repair labor costs not included for the stainless
16. r 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 permanent press synthetics Machine washable wool loads should only be one third full for the cleanest results in this shortened cycle Recommended load sizes ullload Half load Third Load Permanent Press Wool machine washable Synthetics Acrylics Special finish cottons 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
17. rinse water or water left in the machine after spinning and pumping out 10 Technical data Dimensions mm 34 1 4 x 23 1 2 x 23 1 2 Weight 170 ibs Spin speed 800 1000 r min Rated load 3505 W 240 V 3240 W 230 V Supply voltage 208 240 V 60 Hz single phase Heater rating 3265 W 240 V 3000 W 230 V Material of drum Stainless steel and barrel Material of Stove enamelled outer casing hot dip galvanised steel sheet Mounting Stationary four adjustable rubber covered feet Water supply 5 ft pex hose hose Supply pressure 0 1 1 MPa 10 100 N cm 1 10 kp cm 15 146 PSI Outlet 5 5 ftof poly propene hose 3 4 internal diameter Accessories The machine is supplied with e Operating instructions and installation instructions e Guarantee card e Type approved inlet hose for connection to water supply Optional extras e Decor frames e Edging frame by stacked machines e Frame set with pull out shelf by stacked machines Installation Instructions Removing the shipping brace The shipping brace consists of two tubes which prevent the barrel from moving ees around inside the machine during inside transport The tubes are secured to a the machine 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
18. s used seperately or with another dryer it must be on its own separate 220 V single phase circuit If the machine is to be used in a wet area the supply must be protected by a residual current device _ Connection to a permanently wired supply point must be made only by a qualified electrician GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING 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 Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Water supply connection The water supply connections must be made by a person having the necessary competence Water pressure must be in the range 15 146 PSI A tap must be fitted in the supply pipe for the hose Cold water supply lf a new supply pipe has been installed for the machine it should be flushed through thoroug
19. 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 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 serene edge of the machine top panel and the wall O E T T behind This is important if no space is left NOTE the machine may hit the wall when it starts Height adjustment 32 1 4 33 1 2 to spin Do noty raise Higher than 33 1 2 Electrical installation The machine is delivered ready fitted with a plug and is As supplied 208 240 V 60 Hz intended for connection to an Asko Dryer The Asko Dryer is 3265 W heater rating equipped with a matching receptical The plug supplied with 15 A fuse required the washer can only be used with an Asko Dryer If the washer i
20. uch detergent Use recommended amounts See page 5 Washer stops during cycle Nomal 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 slighly more detergent if clothes are heavily soiled have oily stains or if your water is very hard Water not hot enough Select hot temperature setting for each type of load See charts page 6 and 16 Improperly prewashed or Be sure to add a prewash and or presoak for heavily soiled presoaked oily items Washer overloaded Once wet the clothes must have room to tumble freely especially synthetics and permanent press Soap used in hard water Be sure you use a laundry detergent and not a soap areas Soaps react with the minerals in hard water to form a soap curd which can be desposited on clothes Lint residue left on clothes Improper sorting of Separate clothes that shed lint chenile and terrycloth clothes from clothes that attract lint synthetics corduroy velveteen Nonphosphate detergent can combine with minerals in hard water and form a Non phosphate detergents preciptate which can appear to be lint Use a low phosphate detergent if possible Install a water softener Fabric softener used Read labels Most softeners should only be used in the improperly final rinse Add softener to the softener compartment If added to the wash cycle soft
21. undry detergents Detergents are available in low normal and full sudsing formulas A detergent s ability to clean is not relate 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 repeatadly 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 Fabric softeners the local water department Main wash detergent Use 1 3 to 1 2 of the recommended amount of fabric softener because of the low water usage Recommended detergents of the Asko washer Fabric softeners are Avoid normal and full sudsing detergents The chart below lists several low available in several concentrations Read
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