Dryer Efficiency
Your washer dryer operates on 110 volts and has a 1,300 watt dryer. It will take a longer time to dry clothes than a traditional dryer (which operates on 220 volts, 5,000 watts). However, with the following tips, you can increase the efficiency of the dryer.
1.DOOR REMAINS LOCKED DURING DRYING: The door is electronically kept locked drying cycle, with the Mode+Door Lock light on. This prevents any starting and shutting the heater, which in turn conserves energy by trapping the heat.
2.FABRIC SOFTENER: When the Wash and Dry cycles are set to run consecutively, the preheat function comes on automatically. In this, the heater is turned on during the last spin cycle of the wash program. In the Regular Wash program, the clothes will be getting spun at 1,200 rpm, while hot air from the dryer will be entering the drum at the same time. While centrifugal force causes clothes to stick to the sides of the drum, the hot air will “bake” them to the sides. It may take 30 minutes or more for the clothes to unstick and fall into the drum.USING LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENERWILL
CAUSETHE CLOTHESTO UNSTICK IMMEDIATELY.THIS HELPS DRY CLOTHES FASTER AND CAUSES LESS WRINKLES.
3.OVERLOADING: The drum has a capacity of
1.60 cu. ft. While this is the largest drum available on any combination
4.OVER DRYING: This machine uses a condensing dryer. In this cold water is used to condense the moisture from the hot air. Since there is no external exhaust system, the moisture remains in the machine. Frequently, when it seems the clothes are damp, it is actually the remaining moisture (like dew). Take clothes out and within a few minutes they will be dry. Do not overdry the clothes.
5.USE LOW SUDSING DETERGENT: By using low sudsing detergent (Equator brand or any other), you are preventing suds from entering the condensing chamber. When suds enter the condensing chamber, lint particles can clog up the chamber and the fan blower. Over time, this reduces drying efficiency and may require the fan blower (impeller) to be cleaned.
Your new appliance is carefully engineered product. Many times what appears to be a reason to call for service, requires nothing more than a simple adjustment you can easily make in your own home.
You will be charged for a service call while the appliance is in warranty if the problem is not caused by defective product workmanship or materials covered by this warranty.
To avoid a charge for an unnecessary service call, and before calling a serviceman, please refer to the troubleshooting section for situations that you can remedy. This section is included on pages
Your
You will obviously want to obtain the best possible wash. By reading and following the instructions in this booklet you will achieve excellent results.
Please, ensure that the instructions are followed. If you should need any further advice or assistance, please, contact the dealer where your machine was purchased, or call Equator Customer Service at
This appliance is an automatic washer with a capacity of up to:
1.60 cu. feet
PRE-INSTALLATION
1.The washer must be installed on a strong level floor, and in protected, dry, and
2.Installation on Carpet or Wood increases vibrations.
•Carpets - place on light carpet only.
•Wood - brace floor with screws and place additional sheets of plywood before installation.
3.Dryer installation and grounding should be done in accordance with local codes by a qualified installer. “Installation Instructions” are included in your Use and Care manual for the Installer’ s reference.
4.The washer should be plugged into a properly grounded three (3) prong electrical outlet of 120 Volt, 1300 W, 13 A,
60Hz. It should not be controlled by a wall switch or pull cord which might be turned off accidentally.
5 Instructions for installation and use