User manual ASKO WCAM 1812

[. . . ] OW N E R'S M A N U A L Model WCAM 1812 Combination Washer/Dryer Contents Technical Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Guide to Wash & Dry Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Guide to Wash Only Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Choosing Load Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Using the Laundry Aid Dispenser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Using Your Washer/Dryer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . To get the best performance from your washer/dryer, read all operating instructions before using for the first time. CUSTOMER CARE CENTER 800. 898. 1879 www. askousa. com T E C H N I C A L D ATA WHAT IS A COMBINATION WASHER AND DRYER PRODUCT? The ASKO combination washer and dryer product is a "unique laundry solution" for households that can not accommodate traditional laundry products. [. . . ] For dry only loads follow the dry times noted above. LOAD EXAMPLES - 7. 5 LBS. Bath towels 5 towels 48" x 29" 2 HOURS DRY TIME 2 HOURS DRY TIME Dry Time can be set up to 140 minutes. The total time of dry will depend on the size and type of load being washed and dried. Regular Program has a cool down of 20 minutes at the end of the dry cycle. Synthetics program has a cool down of 10 minutes at the end of the dry cycle. These garments should be either hung to dry or laid flat on a clean, smooth surface. Your results might vary based on fabric type and load size. Dry times will vary with load sizes, however these items are the heaviest items to dry and are a good barometer. Bedding 5 items 1 King Fitted Sheet 2 King Pillow Cases 2 Perma Press shirts or blouses 2 HOURS DRY TIME (For best results wash and dry the flat and fitted sheets separately to minimize tangling of the fabrics. ) CUSTOMER CARE CENTER 800. 898. 1879 www. askousa. com 11 G E T T I N G S TA R T E D WASH ONLY PROGRAMS EXTRA RINSE BUTTON This button sets the program to add one or two rinse cycles. See the Wash Program table below for an explanation of the number of rinse cycles added to each program. Three rinses are usually sufficient, but if you live in an area with very soft water or you are allergic to detergent, you may want to use this option. PRE-WASH BUTTON Be sure to put detergent in the pre-wash compartment of the detergent drawer. Be sure to put detergent in the pre-wash compartment of the detergent drawer. This option is only available in the Regular and Synthetics Cycles. The table below defines each wash program in detail to help you determine which program is best for each type of load. PROGRAM TEMP SOIL LEVEL FABRICS LOAD SIZE (1) REGULAR HEAVY STAIN (2) WHITES COLOR FAST COLOR HOT HOT HEAVY HEAVY COTTON, LINENS COTTONS, LINENS, BLENDS SYNTHETICS COTTONS, LINENS, BLENDS SYNTHETICS COTTONS, LINENS, BLENDS SYNTHETICS FULL FULL FULL FULL SYNTHETICS HEAVY STAIN COLOR FAST COLOR HOT WARM COLD HEAVY LIGHT LIGHT COTTONS, LINENS, BLENDS SYNTHETICS COTTONS, LINENS, BLENDS SYNTHETICS COTTONS, LINENS, BLENDS SYNTHETICS HALF HALF HALF DELICATES WOOL/HAND WASH (3) QUICK WASH WARM WARM LIGHT LIGHT MACHINE-WASHABLE WOOL AND SILK, NYLON LIGHTLY SOILED, NORMAL FABRIC ONE-THIRD FULL HIGH-WATER LEVEL WASH, 3 RINSES, DRAIN, GENTLE SPIN HIGH-WATER LEVEL WASH, 2 RINSES, DRAIN, GENTLE SPIN DRAIN 7 INTENSIVE SPIN 550 1200 1200 N/A N/A N/A 1 N/A N/A LONG MAIN WASH, 2 RINSES, DRAIN & SPIN MAIN WASH, 2 RINSES, DRAIN & SPIN MAIN WASH, 2 RINSES, DRAIN & SPIN 800 800 800 YES YES YES 1 1 1 LONG MAIN WASH, 3 RINSES, DRAIN & SPIN MAIN WASH, 3 RINSES, DRAIN & SPIN MAIN WASH, 3 RINSES, DRAIN & SPIN COTTONS, LINENS, BLENDS SYNTHETICS 1200 1200 1200 1200 YES YES YES YES 2 2 2 2 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION SPIN SPEED OPTIONS AVAILABLE PREWASH EXTRA RINSE WARM HEAVY COLD LIGHT SPIN N/A N/A COTTONS, LINENS, BLENDS SYNTHETICS FULL START BUTTON After you have set the program, prewash or extra rinse option, press this button to start the program. NOTES: (1) For an explanation of the recommended load sizes, see page 11. (2) When you select the Heavy Stain program, the unit heats the water to 140°F for the main wash for improved stain removal performance. (3) The Wool/Hand Wash program has an 550 rpm spin speed to eliminate stress on delicate fabrics. 12 CUSTOMER CARE CENTER 800. 898. 1879 www. askousa. com O P E R AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S Load types and sizes A different kind of machine In some ways, using your ASKO washer/dryer is much different than using traditional, separate laundry products. First, the load sizes will be smaller, since both washing and drying occur in the same drum. The wash cycle is about the same as a traditional washer, but drying times will be longer. You will become accustomed to doing smaller, more convenient loads of laundry instead of doing bulkier loads less frequently. Using the Detergent Dispenser Drawer The dispenser drawer has 3 compartments, for (1) pre-wash, (2) main wash and (3) fabric softener as shown (Fig. The machine automatically dispenses the detergent and softener at the proper times in the cycle. To load the dispenser, simply pull out the drawer and add the appropriate amounts of HE powdered detergent and liquid fabric softener into the compartments noted above. Do not add detergent to the pre-wash compartment unless you are using a program with a pre-wash cycle. Otherwise, the machine may over-suds and spill onto the floor. Choosing drying times and load sizes Drying times depend on fabric dampness and the size and type of the load. [. . . ] Fading and discoloration . . . use appropriate wash programs Wash in cool or cold water to retain dark or bright colors. Always empty pockets before washing. 2 HOURS DRY TIME Dry times will vary with load sizes, however these items are the heaviest items to dry and are a good barometer. Bedding 5 items 1 King Fitted Sheet 2 King Pillow Cases 2 Perma Press shirts or blouses 2 HOURS DRY TIME Stains Select Heavy Stain program for the appropriate fabric type (Normal or Synthetics). Protein stains such as milk, egg, blood and soy should be washed in cold water. [. . . ]