Amana RS3100007 service manual Starting the Wash contd, Close washer lid

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Starting the Wash (cont'd)

4. Select WASH/SPIN speed

Select wash/spin speed most appropriate to type of fabric in wash load.

See chart below.

WASH/SPIN	LOAD TYPE
SPEED

Regular/Fast	Sturdy fabrics needing maximum water extraction

Regular/Slow	Sturdy fabrics needing slower spin speed to reduce
	wrinkling

Gentle/Fast	Heavy loads of delicate fabrics needing fast spin for
	better water extraction

Gentle/Slow	Delicate fabrics needing slower spin to protect fabric and
	clothing

5. Select wash cycle and time

Push timer knob in and turn to desired cycle and wash time. Timer knob can be turned in either direction. Wash cycle and time selection depends upon type of fabric and amount of soil. For best results when cleaning heavily soiled items, use longer wash time, up to 15 minute maximum. Lightly soiled items require less wash time. See "Cycles" section for more information.

6. Select EXTRA RINSE, if desired

EXTRA RINSE is useful for people with detergent sensitive skin. It provides a second rinse to more completely remove laundry additives, suds, and perfumes in REGULAR, PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS, and DELICATE cycles. To select, set switch to ON. Set switch to OFF if not desired. EXTRA RINSE adds 10–15 minutes to total cycle time.

EXTRA SPIN (some models) should be used when washing heavier items, like towels, that retain water. The extra spin extracts additional water from the clothing and shortens drying times. To select, set switch to ON. Set switch to OFF if not desired. EXTRA SPIN adds approximately 3 minutes to your total wash time.

7. Pull OUT timer knob to start

Water fill begins. Stop washer by pushing knob in.

Measure and add detergent to washtub Use only detergent recommended for top- loading washers.

Add clothing to water in washtub

• Clothes should fill wash tub but should not be packed. Loosely fill tub with clothes no higher than top row of holes. Items must move freely through wash/rinse water.

•Bulky fabrics may need more water

added after agitation begins. Turn Load Size knob to RESET and back to desired setting.

Close washer lid

Washer will not operate when lid is open.

RS3100007 Rev. 0

B–6

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