Amana Top Load Washer Service Manual

This Base Manual covers
new double front panel series,

Top Load Wash Machines.
Refer to individual Technical Sheet
for specific information on models.
Service
Top Load Washer
Service Manual for

Amana®
This manual is to be used by qualified appliance

technicians only. Amana does not assume any
responsibility for property damage or personal
injury for improper service procedures done by
an unqualified person.
RS3100007
Revision 0
October 1999
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Table of Contents
Important Information ................................................... 3 Disassembly Procedures
Important Safety Information ........................................ 4 Control Hood Assembly .......................................... 17
General Information Control Hood End Panels ........................................ 17
Proper Grounding and Polarization of Electronic Control .................................................... 17
120 Volts Wall Outlets ............................................ 5 Timer ....................................................................... 17
Grounding Instructions .............................................. 5 Temperature and Speed Switch .............................. 18
General Operation Definition ..................................... 6 Pressure Switch ...................................................... 19
Component Testing Information ................................... 7 Rocker Switch ......................................................... 19
Internal Motor Diagram and Schematic ........................ 9 Graphic Panel ......................................................... 19
Troubleshooting Procedures Loading Door .......................................................... 19
No hot water. ........................................................... 12 Agitator .................................................................... 20
No cold water. ......................................................... 12 Agitator, Drive Bell and Seal Assembly ................... 20
No warm water. ....................................................... 12 Installing Drive Bell .................................................. 21
Water fill does not stop at proper level. ................... 13 Service Access Panel ............................................. 22
Timer does not advance. ......................................... 13 Front Panel ............................................................. 22
Motor does not operate. .......................................... 13 Motor and Mounting Bracket ................................... 22
Washer smokes, overheats, and cycles on Pump and Belt Removal ......................................... 23
protector or switch actuator kicks in and out. ....... 14 Reassembly of Pump and Belt ................................ 23
No agitation. ............................................................ 14 Motor Disassembly ................................................. 24
Constant agitation. .................................................. 14 Idler lever and Pulley ............................................... 24
Slow spin or no spin. ............................................... 15 Motor Drive Belt ...................................................... 24
Constant spin. ......................................................... 15 Motor Switch ........................................................... 24
Washer stops in middle of cycle or quits after Cabinet Top ............................................................. 25
a couple loads–intermittent. ................................. 15 Door Switch ............................................................. 25
Washer locks-up or binding. ................................... 16 Mixing Valve ............................................................ 25
Outer tub does not empty. ....................................... 16 Tub Cover and Gasket ............................................ 26
Excessive vibration. ................................................ 16 Washtub and Balance Ring ..................................... 26
Water leaking from outer tub................................... 16 Outer Tub ................................................................ 26
Drive Pulley, Helix and Brake .................................. 27
Weldment and Bearing Assembly ........................... 28
Transmission Assembly .......................................... 29
Upper Bearing Assembly ........................................ 29
Friction Ring ............................................................ 29
Appendix A
Installation Instructions (New Graphics) ................. A-2
Appendix B
Owner's Manual (New Graphics) ........................... B-2
Appendix C
Owner's Manual (Old Graphics) ............................. C-2
Amana Appliances Inc. • 2800 220thTrail • Amana, Iowa • 52204 • Printed in the U.S.A.
RS3100007 Rev. 0 2
Important Information
Pride and workmanship go into every product to provide our customers with quality products. It is possible,
however, that during its lifetime a product may require service. Products should be serviced only by a qualified
service technician who is familiar with the safety procedures required in the repair and who is equipped with the
proper tools, parts, testing instruments and the appropriate service manual. REVIEW ALL SERVICE INFORMATION
IN THE APPROPRIATE SERVICE MANUAL BEFORE BEGINNING REPAIRS.
Important Notices for Consumers and Servicers
! WARNING
To avoid risk of serious injury or death, repairs should not be attempted by an unauthorized personnel, dangerous
conditions (such as exposure to electrical shock) may result.
! CAUTION
Amana will not be responsible for any injury or property damage from improper service procedures. If performing
service on your own product, assume responsibility for any personal injury or property damage which may result.
To locate an authorized servicer, please consult your telephone book or the dealer from whom you purchased this
product. For further assistance, please contact:
CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT. OR 1-319-622-5511 or (1-800-843-0304)

AMANA APPLIANCES, INC. CALL and ask for
AMANA, IOWA 52204 Consumer Affairs
If outside the United States contact:

AMANA
ATTN: CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT
AMANA, IOWA 52204, USA
Telephone: (319) 622-5511
Facsimile: (319) 622-2180
TELEX: 4330076 AMANA
CABLE: "AMANA", AMANA, IOWA, USA
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels
! DANGER
DANGER - Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death.
! WARNING
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
! CAUTION
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or product or property
damage.
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Important Safety Information
• Install the washer according to the Installation
! WARNING Instructions. All connections for water, drain,
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury electrical power and grounding must comply with
or death to persons when using your washer, follow local codes and be made by licensed personnel
these basic precautions: when required. Do not do it yourself unless you
know how!
• To reduce the risk of fire, clothes which have traces
• Read all instructions before using the washer. of any flammable substances such as vegetable oil,
• Refer to the Grounding Instructions in the cooking oil, machine oil, flammable chemicals,
Installation Manual for the proper grounding of the thinner, etc. or anything containing wax or chemicals
washer. such as in mops and cleaning cloths, must not be
• Do not wash articles that have been previously put into the washer. These flammable substances
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with may cause the fabric to catch on fire by itself.
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable • Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate
or explosive substances as they give off vapors that static unless recommended by the manufacturer of
could ignite or explode. the fabric softener or product.
• Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other • Keep your washer in good condition. Bumping or
flammable or explosive substances to the wash dropping the washer can damage safety features. If
water. These substances give off vapors that could this occurs, have your washer checked by a
ignite or explode. qualified service person.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be • Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.
produced in a hot water system that has not been • Be sure water connections have a shut-off valve and
used for two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas is that fill hose connections are tight. Close the shut-off
explosive. If the hot water system has not been valves at the end of each wash day.
used for such a period, before using a washing
• Loading door must be closed any time the washer is
machine or combination washer-dryer, turn on all
in operational fill, tumble, or spin. Do not attempt to
hot water faucets and let the water flow from each
bypass the loading door switch by permitting the
for several minutes. This will release any
washer to operate with the loading door open.
accumulated hydrogen gas. The gas is flammable,
do not smoke or use an open flame during this time. • Always read and follow manufacturer’s instructions
on packages of laundry and cleaning aids. Heed all
• Do not allow children to play on or in the washer.
warnings or precautions. To reduce the risk of
Close supervision of children is necessary when the
poisoning or chemical burns, keep them out of the
washer is used near children. This is a safety rule
reach of children at all times (preferably in a locked
for all appliances.
cabinet).
• Before the washer is removed from service or
• Always follow the fabric care instructions supplied by
discarded, remove the door to the washing
the garment manufacturer.
compartment.
• Never operate the washer with any guards and/or
• Do not reach into the washer if the wash tub is
panels removed.
moving.
• Do not operate the washer with missing or broken
• Do not install or store the washer where it will be
parts.
exposed to water and/or weather.
• Do not bypass any safety devices.
• Do not tamper with the controls.
• Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate this
• Do not repair or replace any part of the washer, or
washer according to the manufacturer’s instructions
attempt any servicing unless specifically
may result in conditions which can produce bodily
recommended in the User-Maintenance instructions
injury and/or property damage.
or in published user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to carry out. NOTE: The Warning and Important Safety Instructions
• To reduce the risk of an electric shock or fire, do not appearing in this manual are not meant to cover
use an extension cord or an adapter to connect the all possible conditions and situations that may
washer to the electrical power source. occur. Common sense, caution and care must
• Use your washer only for its intended purpose, be exercised when installing, maintaining, or
washing clothes. operating the washer.
• Always disconnect the washer from electrical supply
before attempting any service. Disconnect the Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or
power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord. the manufacturer about any problems or conditions you
do not understand.
RS3100007 Rev. 0 4
General Information
Model Identification Explanation
Thank you for purchasing this washer. Please read Polarization–This means that the larger slot must be
these Installation Instructions thoroughly. This manual neutral and the small slot must be hot (live).
provides proper maintenance information. Any Mispolarized–The outlet is miswired so that the larger slot
questions, call the Consumer Affairs Department at is hot (live) and the smaller slot is neutral.
1-800-843-0304 inside U.S.A. and 1-319-622-5511 Grounded–This means the round hole connection is con-
outside the U.S.A. nected to earth ground through a connection to the main
power panel.
Complete registration card and promptly return. If
Ungrounded–The round hole connection is not complete
registration card is missing, call the Consumer Affairs
to earth ground and/or the main power panel.
Department. Appliance can also be registered through
out website www.amana.com.
When contacting Amana Appliances, provide product
Grounding Instructions
information. Product information is on the serial plate.
Record the following information. ! WARNING
• To avoid the risk of electrical shock or death, do
not alter the plug.
Model Number: ___________________ • Do not remove grounding prong when installing
grounded appliance in a home that does not have
Manufacturing Number: ___________________
three wire grounding receptacle. Under no
S/N or Serial Number: ___________________ condition is grounding prong to be cut off or
removed. It is the personal responsibility of the
Date of Purchase: ___________________ consumer to contact a qualified electrician and
Dealer's name and address: ___________________ have properly grounded three prong wall
receptacle installed in accordance with
___________________________________________ appropriate electrical codes
• To avoid the risk of electrical shock or death, this
NOTE: Translation may sometimes cause variations in equipment must be grounded.
meaning. In all cases where meaning varies, the
most accurate meaning will be the English
version of this document. This equipment MUST be grounded. In the event of an
electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
Proper Grounding and Polarization of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
120 Volts Wall Outlets electric current. This unit is equipped with a cord having
For the safety of our customers and the service a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must
technician ALL appliances have a three–prong power be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and
cord and MUST be connected to a properly polarized grounded.
AND grounded wall outlet. Consult a qualified electrician or servicer if grounding
This information was written for those who do not instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt
understand grounding and polarization of a wall outlet. exists as to whether the equipment is properly
A 120 volt wall outlet must always be wired as shown grounded.
below. Do not use an extension cord. If the product power cord
is too short, have a qualified electrician install a three-
slot receptacle. This unit should be plugged into a
Ground separate 60 hertz circuit with the electrical rating as
L1 Neutral shown in the appropriate drawing. Models operate with a
120 supply voltage.
Neutral
side
115±12 0
V.A.C. V.A.C.
Round
115±12
grounding V.A.C.
prong
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General Information
General Operation Definition After the wash agitation is completed, the timer
The cycle begins with a wash fill. The water temperature advances into the first spin. During spin, the motor
is determined by the temperature selector. While water reverses turning in a clockwise direction to spin the
fills the washtub, a column of air is trapped in the water out of the washtub. The combination of water,
pressure bulb and hose. Air pressure continues to washtub and load weight cause the drive belt tension on
increase as the washtub fills with water until the the idler side of the belt to overtake the idler spring
pressure is enough to activate the pressure switch. pressure allowing the belt to slack on the opposite side.
Pressure switch then causes the wash fill to stop and This reduces the belt to pulley contact and allows
agitation to begin. However, the loading door must be slipping between the belt and pulley.
closed for the washer to agitate or spin. As water is removed by the direct drive pump and the
The washer uses a reversing type motor, a special drive momentum of the washtub increases, the idler spring
belt and an idler assembly. Idler assembly applies tension gradually overcomes the belt tension removing
tension to the outside of the drive belt. the belt slack. This eventually increases the belt to
pulley contact until maximum spin speed is achieved.
During agitation, the motor runs in a counterclockwise
direction. The spring tension on the idler pulley applies The drive pulley turns clockwise riding up the ramps of
tension required to reduce the slack on the drive belt the helix, exerting pressure on the brake and forcing it to
and maintain maximum belt to motor pulley contact. release from brake pads. The helix drives the input shaft
This eliminates belt slippage and ensures an efficient of the transmission, and when the input shaft turns in a
wash action, even with extra large loads. clockwise direction the roller clutch locks onto the shaft
causing the entire transmission assembly to turn. None
The belt drives the transmission drive pulley in a
of the gears in the transmission are operating at this
counterclockwise direction. The pulley drives the helix
time. The hub of the washtub is attached to the
which is attached to the input shaft of the transmission.
transmission tube and rotates with the transmission
This causes the input shaft to turn inside of a roller
assembly. The centrifugal force created by the spinning
clutch which is pressed into the transmission cover.
washtub causes water to be extracted from the clothes.
This roller clutch acts as a bearing in a counterclockwise
direction allowing the transmission gears to operate. Water is introduced during the first spin to “SPRAY” the
The transmission’s rack and pinion gear design garments and remove suds from them. The initial spin is
produces a 210° agitation stroke at the output shaft of followed by rinse agitation to rinse away any detergent
the transmission which drives the agitator. The brake residue. The washer fills and then agitates like the wash
assembly remains locked during the agitation mode portion of the cycle. Following rinse agitation, a final spin
since no pressure is applied to it by the transmission extracts the rinse water from the clothes preparing them
drive pulley. for the dryer.
Temperature Pressure
switch switch
Timer
Mixing
valve
Agitator
Washtub
Plastic
outer
tub
Transmission
Pump
Motor
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Component Testing Information
! WARNING
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or death, disconnect power to washer before servicing, unless
testing requires it.
Illustration Component Test Procedure Results

Rocker switch Measure resistance of switch
(Extra Rinse) positions: Continuity >1 Ω
Closed (ON position) Infinite 1 MΩ
Open (OFF position)
Indicator light Measure voltage at indicator light. If line voltage is present and light does
not work replace light.
If no voltage is present at indicator light
check wiring.
Signal switch Measure resistance of the switch
turned to LOUD position. Nominal 1155 Ω ± 5%
Temperature switch Disconnect wires from component to

properly measure the resistance of the
2 component.
Place switch in the following positions
1 and measure across the terminals
below:
Hot / Cold L1-2 >1 Ω

L1 L2 Warm / Warm L1-1, L1-2, L2-2
L2-1, L2-L1, 1-2 >1 Ω
Warm / Cold L1-1, L1-2, 1-2 >1 Ω
Cold / Cold L1-1 >1 Ω
Speed switch Disconnect wires from component to
properly measure the resistance of the
2 component.
Place switch in the following positions
C and measure across the terminals
shown below:
Reg / Fast L1-C, L2-C >1 Ω

L1 L2 Reg /Slow L1-C, L2-2 >1 Ω
Gentle / Fast L1-2, L2-C >1 Ω
Gentle / Slow L1-2, L2-2 >1 Ω
Mixing valve Measure resistance of terminals on
each valve.
Resistance across each valve. Approximately 1000 Ω ± 10%
Timer Verify input and output voltage is Refer to specific model Technical Sheet
present. for timing sequence chart and functional
description of the component.
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Component Testing Information
! WARNING
Illustration Component Test Procedure Results

Pressure switch Do not disconnect the pressure Refer to wiring diagram/schematic for
hose from pressure switch to correct contacts.
perform measurements.
Measure resistance across the
following terminals on the pressure
2
switch:
Terminal 1 to 2 Continuity (no pressure)
1 Terminal 1 to 3 Continuity (pressure)
3
Motor Three types of motors See following section “Internal Motor

One speed Diagram and Schematic” for correct
Two speed wiring contacts.
Three speed
Drain pump Verify drain pump is not clogged or Remove clog and verify proper operation.
damaged.
Replace drain pump if damaged.
Brake pad If washtub does not stop spinning

within seven second after opening
loading door (no load). Replace all three brake pads.
If brake pads makes noises. Apply a thin layer of silicone on pads, see
Service Bulletin “ASQ−213−B“
Transmission Two type of transmissions: Externally identical, must be identified by
assembly 640 rpm part number.
710 rpm
If transmission locks-up during agitate cyle,
replace.
Drive belt Two type of drive belts: Refer to “Parts Manual”, to verify which
640 rpm drive belt and pulley is required.
710 rpm
There are two different types of

pulley sizes as well.
Lid switch−SPST Disconnect wire terminals from
switch.
Test terminals with switch closed. Continuity >1 Ω
Test terminals with switch open. Infinite 1 MΩ
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Internal Motor Diagram and Schematic
! WARNING
Wire harness BR
R W
connection P
BU
block
Y
White R
Brown
Yellow Red
Blue
START
RUN
G
BU
BR
W
R
Red
White
Brown Blue
Yellow
4P M
Yellow
Overload
protector Aux.
Motor Assembly
(one speed motor)
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! WARNING
Wire harness BR
R
connection W
P
block BU
White
Brown
Yellow Red
Blue
Violet
START
RUN
G
BU
BR
W
R
Red
White Violet
Brown Blue
Yellow
4P M
Yellow
6P M
Overload
protector Aux.
Motor Assembly
(two speed motor)
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! WARNING
G
W
W-BK
BU
Y
OR
BK
R
V
Black
White
Yellow Blue
White/Black
START
RUN
W-BK
G
OR
BU
BK
PLUG
W
V
R
BLU
WHT-BLK
W/OR
W/V
BL
4P MAIN
8P MAIN
6P MAIN
PROT
WHITE
YEL
AUX
Motor Assembly
(three speed motor)
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Troubleshooting Procedures
! WARNING
1. No hot water.
Possible Cause Result
Hot water supply faucet is closed. Open faucet.
Water supply is cold. Check water heater
Verify hot water hose is connected to hot side of inlet valve.
Kinked hot water inlet hose. Straighten or replace hose.
Clogged mixing valve screens, or screens in Disconnect inlet hose and clean or replace screen.
inlet hose closes to supply faucet.
Clogged pressure hose. Remove and clean or replace hose
Failed pressure switch. Test switch and replace if failed.
Failed temperature switch. Test switch and replace if failed.
Failed hot water side of mixing valve solenoid. Test solenoid and replace if failed.
Failed timer. Test timer and replace if failed.
Failed electronic control. Test electronic control and replace if failed.
Broken, loose, shorted or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
2. No cold water.
Cold water supply faucet is closed. Open faucet.
Kinked hot water inlet hose. Straighten or replace hose.
Clogged mixing valve screens, or screens in Disconnect inlet hose and clean or replace screen.
inlet hose closes to supply faucet.
Clogged pressure hose. Remove and clean or replace hose
Failed temperature switch. Test switch and replace if failed.
Failed cold water side of mixing valve solenoid. Test solenoid and replace if failed.
3. No warm water.
No hot water. See “No Hot Water” chart.
No cold water. See “No Cold Water” chart.
Failed mixing valve. Test mixing valve and replace if failed.
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! WARNING
4. Water fill does not stop at proper level.

Air leak in pressure hose Replace pressure hose.
Water in pressure hose. Blow air through hose to remove water.
Broken, weak, or missing mixing valve Replace mixing valve.
armature spring.
Sediment on or under mixing valve diaphragm, Replace mixing valve.
failed diaphragm, or armature binding in
armature guide.
A siphoning action started in washer will cause Install No. 526P3 Siphon Break Kit. Provide an air gap around
water to be siphoned from washer during cycle. drain hose and drain receptacle. Install No. 36878 Standpipe
Caused by drain hose being lower than washer Adapter.
cabinet top.
5. Timer does not advance.

Timer is designed to pause during fill periods. Allow completion of fill period.
Some cycles have pause (delicate cycle).
Loading door is open. Close loading door. Loading door MUST be closed anytime the
washer is set to agitate or spin.
Washer will not fill. Timer pauses until pressure switch is satisfied.
Verify washer is not siphoning during rinse Install No. 526P3 Siphon Break Kit.
cycle.
Broken, loose, shorted, or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
6. Motor does not operate.

Power cord not plugged in, blown fuse or Verify electrical power is present at outlet and unit is plugged in.
tripped circuit breaker at circuit panel. There is no internal fuse in the washer.
Loading door not closed or failed switch. Close door or test switch and replace if failed.
Motor overload protector has cycled. Wait two to three minutes for overload protector to reset. If
overload protector cycles repeatedly, see following chart.
Binding in upper or lower motor bearings. Remove belt and determine if motor shaft will spin. Replace
motor if shaft is locked up.
Motor is dead, electrical power is present. Test motor switch and windings.
Motor start functions fail or motor only hums. Test motor start switch and start windings.
Timer improperly set. Reset timer or try another cycle.
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! WARNING
7. Washer smokes, overheats, and cycles on overload protector or switch actuator kicks in and out.
Belt is tacky and does not allow proper Check belt and replace if failed.
slipping.
Belt tension is too tight and does not allow Verify idler spring is properly connected.
proper slipping. Verify proper belt and pulley are installed.
Motor start functions fail. Test switch functions.
Bind in water pump. Replace pump.
Brake pads are binding. Free binding pads or replace pads.
Brake, transmission or motor have locked up Verify all components move freely. Correct binding component.
and will not turn.
Incorrect voltage. Contact local utility company, or have a qualified electrician
check power supply voltage.
8. No agitation.
Failed timer. Timer is designed to pause Test timer and replace if failed.
(SOAK) during DELICATE cycle.
Loose or broken drive belt. Adjust or replace drive belt.
Failed transmission assembly. Replace failed transmission assembly.
Sheared motor pulley roll pin. Remove drive motor and replace roll pin and any other damaged
components.
9. Constant agitation.
Shorted or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
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! WARNING
10. Slow spin or no spin.

Some model washers, timer is programmed for Use a different cycle.
SLOW spin in DELICATE cycle regardless of
action switch setting.
Loose or broken drive belt. Adjust or replace drive belt.
Oil on drive belt. Replace drive belt
Sheared motor pulley roll pin. Remove drive motor and replace roll pin and any other damaged
components.
No clearance or stuck brake pads. Free sticky brake pads or replace brake pads.
Failed transmission assembly. Replace failed transmission assembly.
11. Constant spin.

Washtub does not stop spinning within seven Replace brake pads.
seconds after loading door is open. Tighten Helix Bolt if loose.
Excessive wear on brake pads, or missing Replace brake pads.
brake pads.
12. Washer stops in middle of cycle or quits after a couple loads  intermittent.
Belt is tacky and does not allow proper Check belt and replace if failed.
slipping.
Belt tension is too tight and does not allow Verify idler spring is properly connected.
proper slipping. Verify proper belt and pulley are installed.
Brake, transmission or motor have locked up Verify all components move freely. Correct binding component.
and will not turn.
Motor switch functions fail. Test switch functions.
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! WARNING
13. Washer locks-up or binding.

Excessive drive belt tension. Replace drive belt and/or idler spring.
Bind in upper or lower bearing. Replace bearing.
Bind in transmission. Replace transmission.
Brake pads are binding. Free binding pads or replace pads.
Incorrect voltage. Contact local utility company, or have a qualified electrician
check power supply voltage.
14. Outer tub does not empty.

Kinked drain hose. Straighten drain hose.
Failed water pump. Replace water pump.
Obstruction in outer tub outlet hose. Remove obstruction.
15. Excessive vibration.

Washer is not properly leveled. Adjust leveling legs for proper leveling.
Unbalance load in the tub. Stop washer, redistribute load and restart the washer.
Broken or disconnected centering springs. Connect or replace centering springs.
Washer is installed on weak, “spongy”, Relocate washer, or support floor to eliminate weak or “spongy”
carpeted or built-up floor. condition.
Loose or damaged leveling legs. Tighten or replace leveling legs.
Damage base (wash was dropped). Replace base assembly.
Lubricant on pivot dome or broken friction ring. Remove lubricant and replace damage components.
Liquid filled balance ring leaking. Replace balance ring.
Shipping plug not removed. Remove shipping plug.
Rubber feet not installed. Install rubber feet.
16. Water leaking from outer tub.

Water seal leaking on outer tub. Replace hub and seal kit assembly.
Hole in outer tub. Replace outer tub.
Pressure hose or accumulator leaking. Replace hose and/or accumulator.
Outer tub cover gasket leaking. Replace gasket.
Tub-to-pump hose leaking at clamp. Tighten hose clamp.
Obstruction in drain causing water to overflow Remove obstruction in drain hose.
over tub cover.
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Disassembly Procedures
To avoid risk of electrical shock, personal injury, or
! WARNING death, disconnect power to unit before servicing.
NOTE: When reference is made to directions (right or Electronic Control

left) in this manual, it is from operator’s position 1. Loosen control hood assembly, see “Control Hood
facing front of washer. Assembly” procedure steps 1 through 3.
NOTE: To avoid damaging or scratching the surface a 2. Disconnect wires from electronic control.
soft cloth should be placed over the top of the 3. Remove screws securing electronic control to control
unit. mounting plate.
4. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
Control Hood Assembly NOTE: When removing or installing an electronic
1. Remove screws securing control hood assembly to control, handle control board by the edges to
control hood rear panel. prevent damaging control.
NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram when rewiring

components.
Timer
1. Loosen control hood assembly, see “Control Hood
Assembly” procedure steps 1 and 2.
2. Remove timer knob from timer shaft by pulling black
plastic tab located on the back of timer outward to
release knob, then remove timer knob skirt.
NOTE: Slide a soft cloth under the knob skirt, wrapping
the entire skirt and pull gently away from the
Hood control panel.
attaching
screws
EMERSON
2. Rotate hood assembly forward.
R
R
C R
R
Black
Knob
plastic
shaft
tab
Securing Plastic tab

Pivot
screw marked 1
hood
forward
3. Remove screws securing timer to control hood
mounting plate.
4. Disconnect wire harness terminal plug from timer by
lifting locking tab and pulling terminal plug away from
3. Remove bottom of control hood from clips located on timer.
cabinet top. 5. Lift plastic tab marked 1 located above securing
4. Disconnect wires from components and carefully screw and sliding timer to the side releasing tabs
remove components from control hood assembly. securing timer to control hood mounting plate.
5. Reverse procedure to reassemble. 6. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram when rewiring NOTE: To avoid an open circuit, DO NOT pull on
components. terminal block wires when removing blocks from
timer as this could damage wires or terminal
crimping.
Control Hood End Panels
• Remove screws securing end panels to control
mounting plate.
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Before attaching wire harness terminal blocks to timer, Temperature and Speed Switch
verify all male terminals on timer are straight and are 1. Loosen control hood assembly, see “Control Hood
capable of accepting terminals from wire harness Assembly” procedure steps 1 and 2.
terminal blocks. 2. Slide a soft cloth under the knob, wrapping the entire
knob and pull gently away from the control panel.
NOTE: When installing timer, verify timer is installed
3. Disconnect wires from switch terminals.
correctly and is securely mounted to control
4. From the front, press inward on black plastic tabs
mounting plate.
next to the switch shaft and rotate switch to release
switch from control hood mounting plate.
! CAUTION 5. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
To avoid risk of timer damage, do not allow timer to be NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram when rewiring
struck on the corners, edges of frame, or on timer components.
shaft.
Screws
Top
cover Temperature
switch
Screw Pressure
End panel switch
(left side)
Screw
Speed
switch
Screw Timer
Control
knob
Screw
Screw
Ground
clip
Rocker
switch
Timer Control
knob mounting
Timer
skirt plate
knob
Screw End panel
(right side)
Control hood
Graphic Hold-down rear panel
panel Screw
clip
Typical Control Panel Assembly
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Pressure Switch Loading Door

1. Loosen control hood assembly, see “Control Hood 1. Open loading door.
Assembly” procedure steps 1 and 2. 2. Remove screws securing left hinge to door and
2. Disconnect wires and plastic hose from pressure remove hinge.
switch.
Loading
3. Remove screws securing pressure switch to control
door
hood mounting plate.
4. Reverse procedure to reassemble. Hinge
attaching
NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram when rewiring screws
components.
NOTE: Before connecting hose to pressure switch,
Hinge
blow air through pressure hose to remove any
attaching
condensation that may have accumulated in the screws
hose.
Rocker Switch
1. Loosen control hood assembly, see “Control Hood
Assembly” procedure steps 1 and 2. Hinge
2. Disconnect wire terminals from switch. (right side)
3. Squeeze plastic tabs located on top and bottom of Hinge
switch and push switch out through the front of (left side)
control panel.
4. Reverse procedure to reassemble. 3. Raise loading door to a vertical position, disengage
loading door from loading door clip by swing left side
Graphic Panel of door toward front of washer.
1. Remove all knobs from switches.
2. Loosen control hood assembly, see “Control Hood Loading
Assembly” procedure steps 1 and 2. door
3. Disconnect wires from components and carefully
remove components from control hood assembly,
see component removal procedure listed earlier.
4. Remove screws securing top cover to control
mounting plate and remove top cover.
5. Remove screws securing end panels (each side) and
remove end panels.
6. Remove grounding clip secured to metal tab on
graphic panel.
7. Bend tabs on graphic panel (located inside of control
hood) straight out towards the rear.
8. Remove graphic panel from front of control mounting
plate. 4. Rotate loading door so door is upside down.
components.
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NOTE: Hooks must be positioned 180° from each other,

and must be placed under base of agitator near
agitator vane for greater stability. If hooks are
Loading placed between the vane area, agitator damage
door may occur.
3. Using a rocking motion (side-to-side) carefully lift
agitator up off drive bell.
4. To reassemble place agitator on top of drive bell.
Slowly rotate agitator until fingers on underside of
agitator line up with large slots on drive bell.
5. A sharp blow on top of agitator, with the palm of your
hand, will force agitator down onto drive bell,
allowing fingers on underside of agitator to lock
under bottom edge of drive bell.
5. Maneuver loading door from washer cabinet top. NOTE: Do not push agitator onto drive bell any further
than necessary.
Loading
door
Agitator, Drive Bell and Seal Assembly
NOTE: If water is present in washtub, remove water
before attempting to remove drive bell.
1. Remove agitator, see “Agitator” procedure.
2. Remove plug and 7/16" bolt from top of drive bell.
3. Using care pry drive bell upward off transmission
shaft.
4. Remove old seal from hub assembly by:
a. Placing a flat bladed screwdriver between bottom
edge of seal and hub.
b. Using washtub bolts as a pry area, pop off lower
6. Remove screws securing right hinge and remove seal bead.
loading door. c. Grasping bottom of seal and pulling straight up
7. Reverse procedure to reassemble. freeing upper seal bead.
Hex
Agitator nut Transmission
1. Open loading door. output shaft
2. Remove agitator by placing hands under agitator lip Hub
and pull upward, if agitator is stuck or stubborn use assembly
two agitator hooks, No. 254P4P, under bottom edge Washer
of agitator.
Agitator
hooks
Hub Bronze
shoulder bearing
5. Clean all foreign material from seal mounting area of

hub assembly, bronze bearing and washer.
6. Lubricate new seal with liquid soap or soapy water to
aid in assembly of seal onto hub.
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7. Apply a small amount of supplied grease,

293P4 Hub
No. 36765P, to inside sealing lips of seal.
Seal tool shoulder
Apply grease to Top of
Transmission seal
inside sealing lips
output shaft
Hub Hub
assembly assembly
Seal
Apply
36765P
grease
Bottom
seal flange
Installing Drive Bell

NOTE: DO NOT allow any lubricants to come in contact 1. Position new drive bell over transmission output
with outside surface of seal shaft. Rotate drive bell until splines in drive bell line
8. Apply remainder of supplied grease, No. 36765P, to up with splines on transmission output shaft.
exposed surface of washer between transmission 2. Screw 7/16" bolt into transmission output shaft until it
output shaft and seal. bottoms out.
9. Place new drive bell seal onto hub and push into 3. Using a wrench or socket, tighten bolt CLOCKWISE
position using large end of No. 293P4 Seal Tool. to force drive bell down onto transmission shaft until
drive bell bottoms out on shaft.
NOTE: Using a small pocket mirror, check entire
circumference of bottom seal flange to verify NOTE: Tighten new shoulder screw between 60 to 80
seal is pressed down against shoulder on hub; inch-pounds.
there should be no gap! 4. Place new plug over hole in drive bell and firmly
10.Turn No. 293P4 Seal Tool upside-down and place press into place using the palm of your hand.
the small end over transmission output shaft and NOTE: It may be necessary to insert the end of a paper
onto the seal. clip or thin blade screwdriver along side of plug
11. Push down on tool with a quick motion until it as it is pressed into drive bell to release
bottoms out and the top of seal is fully seated. entrapped air.
NOTE: When fully seated plug should not extend above

293P4
Seal tool drive bell more than 1/8 inch (3.2 mm).
5. Place agitator on top of drive bell. Slowly rotate
Hub agitator until fingers on underside of agitator line up
assembly with large slots on drive bell.
6. A sharp blow on top of agitator, with the palm of your
hand, will force agitator down onto drive bell,
allowing fingers on underside of agitator to lock
under bottom edge of drive bell.
NOTE: Do not push agitator onto drive bell any further
than necessary.
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Service Access Panel Brace

• Remove brace from front panel by swinging one end
NOTE: Screws located at bottom edge of service
towards bottom of front panel and remove brace.
access panel do not have to be removed as the
holes in service access panel are slotted on
most models. Earlier models require removal of Motor and Mounting Bracket
bottom screws. 1. Remove service access panel, see “Service Access
Panel” procedure.
NOTE: Top edge of service access panel is held in
place by two spring clips located on bottom NOTE: There will always be some water that will remain
flange of front panel. in outer tub, before removing hoses from pump,
hoses must be pinched off or drained to prevent
1. Insert putty knife between service access panel top water spillage.
and bottom edge of front panel (approximately three
inches in on each side). 2. Loosen hose clamps and remove hoses from pump
2. Push in on putty knife and at the same time pull top assembly.
edge of service access panel away from front of 3. Unhook idler spring from clip on front of the motor
washer. Repeat for opposite side. mounting bracket.
3. Lift service access panel upward off screws and set NOTE: Use care when releasing idler lever tension. If
panel aside. idler spring is overstretched, washer operation
4. Reverse procedure to reassemble. will be affected.
4. Reach in and around left side of motor and remove
belt off large drive pulley.
5. Disconnect wire harness from motor switch by
pressing down on locking tab on top of connection
block and at the same time, pull connection block
away from motor switch.
Top front Switch attaching screws
panel
Locking
tab
Service
access
panel
Front Panel
NOTE: Service access panel must be removed first to
remove front panel.
NOTE: Top edge of front panel is held in place by two

spring clips located on bottom flange of the
cabinet top. Motor
1. Remove screws securing bottom of front panel. Connecting switch
2. Lift the bottom of front panel outward to release the block
spring clips and set panel aside.
Panel Locators
• Remove screws securing panel locators to side
flanges of front panel.
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6. Remove bolts securing motor and mounting bracket

to lower outer tub flange and to weldment assembly.
Pump
mounting screws
Motor mounting
attaching screws Rear
Pump pump leg
assembly (Must be located
between belt when
installing pump
assembly.)
Pump
legs
Idler Belt Motor shaft
spring (Clean shaft and apply
a thin film of lubricant
Motor No. 03637P.)
embosses
Pump
hoses Motor
emboss
Motor
assembly
4. Align pump impeller hub with motor shaft. Verify belt

encircles rear pump leg. Slide pump onto motor
7. Lift complete assembly out of washer.
shaft until legs touch the embosses on the motor
NOTE: Lay motor on its side. Observe belt housing before securing.
configuration around rear pump leg. Belt MUST
NOTE: Tighten screws to 35 inch-pounds maximum.
encircle rear pump leg when reassembling.
DO NOT overtighten screws!
5. Install motor and pump assembly into washer, see
“Motor and Mounting Bracket” procedure.
Pump and Belt Removal NOTE: After installing motor and pump assembly in the
1. Remove motor, see “Motor and Mounting Bracket” washer and all hoses have been secured, along
procedure. with reconnecting idler spring. Add at least one
2. Remove screws securing pump assembly to motor. quart of water to washtub to lubricate pump
seals. Running a pump without water will
Reassembly of Pump and Belt damage the seals.
NOTE: Install pump and belt together. Drive belt MUST
be replaced with belt No. 40053602 for one and
two speed models; or 40053601 for some two
speed models and three speed models (special
clutch-type belt) for proper washer operation.
Refer to Parts Manual for proper belt part
number.
1. Remove any corrosion or foreign material from motor
shaft.
2. Apply a thin film of No. 03637P lubricant to the end
and sides of motor shaft.
NOTE: This lubricant helps keep moisture out of the
hub area and prevents corrosion.
3. Align belt on motor pulley and tension pulley as
illustrated.
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Motor Disassembly NOTE: Lay motor on its side. Observe belt

1. Remove nuts, steel washers, spacers and rubber configuration around rear pump leg. Belt MUST
mounts securing motor to mounting bracket. encircle rear pump leg when reassembling.
2. Remove nut, washer, and bolt securing idler lever
Motor
Screw and pulley to motor mounting bracket.
shield
3. Apply a light film of No. 03637P Lubricant to area of
idler lever that makes contact with motor mounting
Motor Motor bracket.
switch assembly
NOTE: DO NOT OVER LUBRICATE! Excess lubricant
Motor can be thrown into pivot dome area during
pully Roll
normal washer operation. Any lubricant on the
pin
Motor pivot dome, base or friction ring will affect
mount Motor washer operation.
post mounting 4. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
bracket
Motor
mount Motor Drive Pulley
Locknut
1. Remove idler lever and pulley steps 1–3, see “Idler
Screw Lever and Pulley” procedure.
Washer 2. Lay motor assembly on its side.
Screw
NOTE: To remove pulley, support motor shaft (to
Motor prevent bending shaft) and drive out pulley roll
mount pin.
Locknut
Motor 3. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
mount post
2. Lift motor off mounting bracket and remove Motor Switch
remaining rubber mounts and steel washers from
1. Remove front panel, see “Front Panel” procedure.
motor mounting studs.
2. Remove screws securing motor shield to motor.
NOTE: When installing motor on mounting bracket, 3. Disconnect wire harness from motor switch. Press
position motor with switch facing toward left side down on locking tab connection block and at the
of mounting bracket. same time, pull connection block away from motor
switch.
NOTE: When assembling motor to motor bracket, it is
extremely important to make sure the motor is
centered on isolator pads and all fasteners are
! CAUTION
evenly torqued. To avoid risk of an open circuit, DO NOT pull on
terminal block wires when removing block from motor
switch as this could damage wires or connection
Idler Lever and Pulley crimpings. Before attaching wire harness connection
1. Remove motor, see “Motor and Mounting Bracket” block to motor switch, verify all male terminals on
procedure. motor switch are straight and are capable of accepting
Idler spring terminals from wire harness connection block.
Motor shaft
(Clean shaft and apply
a thin film of lubricant
No. 03637P.)
Motor
assembly
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Switch attaching
Door Switch
screws 1. Remove front panel, see “Front Panel” procedure.
2. Remove screws securing cabinet top.
3. Tape loading door closed and lift cabinet top to a
vertical position by hinging it on the rear hinges.
NOTE: Cabinet top is self supporting, a small chain
Locking
tab may be used for additional support.
4. Disconnect wires from door switch.
5. Remove screw securing door switch assembly to
underside of cabinet top.
components.
6. Remove screws securing switch to switch holder.
7. Remove switch from switch holder.
Connection Motor
block switch
Mixing Valve
1. Disconnect water inlet hoses.
4. Remove screw securing motor switch to motor and
2. Remove screw securing mixing valve bracket.
remove switch.
3. Pull mixing valve bracket and valve out the back of
5. Disconnect internal motor leads from motor switch
washer.
terminals.
4. Disconnect quick disconnect terminals from mixing
NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram when rewiring valve solenoid terminals.
components.
components.
Cabinet Top 5. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
1. Remove control hood assembly, see “Control Hood
Assembly” procedure.
2. Remove front panel, see “Front Panel” procedure.
3. Remove screws securing cabinet top.
4. Tape loading door closed.
5. Lift front of cabinet top slightly and pull forward to
disengage from rear hold-down brackets.
6. Pull cabinet top forward far enough to permit
disconnecting ground wires from top left rear corner
gusset of washer cabinet.
7. Disconnect wire terminals from door switch.
components.
8. Lift cabinet top off washer and set along side the
washer cabinet on a protective padding.
NOTE: DO NOT lay cabinet top flat because it will
damage the door switch lever.
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Tub Cover and Gasket NOTE: When removing washtub and balance ring, DO
1. There are eight tub cover hold-down tabs which snap NOT lift up on balance ring damage may occur.
over the outer tub flange. Push downward on tub Grasp top flange of washtub and remove from
cover, this will release the tension on the hold-down outer tub.
tab on the tub cover. Pull out on the flap and at the 9. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
same time lift upward on cover to unsnap hold-down
NOTE: When installing washtub, verify lint filter is
tabs from outer tub flange. One by one, disengage
between underside of washtub and hub.
each of the eight hold-down tabs from outer tub
flange and remove cover.
2. Remove tub cover from outer tub and remove old Outer Tub
gasket from tub cover. 1. Remove agitator, see “Agitator” procedure.
NOTE: When installing outer tub cover, always use a 2. Loosen cabinet top, see “Cabinet Top” procedure
new cover gasket. steps 2 through 4.
3. Remove tub cover and gasket, see “Tub Cover and
NOTE: Clean and remove any foreign material in Gasket” procedure.
gasket groove of outer tub cover and outer tub 4. Loosen and remove hose clamp securing pump hose
flange. to pump. This will allow water to be drained from the
3. Press gasket down into gasket groove of tub cover. unit.
Avoid pressing gasket past ends of hold-down tabs. 5. Remove washtub and balance ring, see “Washtub
and Balance Ring” procedure.
NOTE: Care must be taken not to twist or bunch gasket
6. Remove large hex nut using No. 306P4 Hex Wrench.
in any one area to avoid leaks after assembly.
Then remove spline insert from transmission tube.
4. Install gasket past ends of hold-down tabs to bottom
NOTE: Use new spline insert each time the hex nut is
of gasket groove using semi-curled end of tub cover
removed. DO NOT reuse the old insert as hex
gasket tool Part No. 273P4.
nut may loosen during the washer operation.
NOTE: Tub cover gasket tool, Part No. 273P4, is
7. Remove hub from splines on transmission shaft.
designed to spread open hold-down tabs to
prevent tearing of gasket during installation. NOTE: It may be necessary to use a gear puller to
remove hub.
5. Lower cover and press down firmly on top of
tub cover until tabs snap over edge of outer tub 8. Remove old water seal from outer tub.
flange. NOTE: Use care when removing old seal so as not to
6. Cross over to opposite side of tub cover and press damage tub flange.
down firmly on top of hold-down tabs until tabs snap
over edge of outer tub flange. Continue with this NOTE: When reinstalling or replacing outer tub, always
crisscross pattern, until tub cover is fully seated. install a new Hub and Seal Kit.
Visually check each tab area again to ensure cover 9. Using No. 289P4 Spring Hook Tool, unhook six
is seated. springs from lower edge of outer tub.
NOTE: When installing springs, verify spring hook is
Washtub and Balance Ring fully seated in hole in tub skirt. Mark the word
1. Open loading door. “FRONT” on front side of outer tub so complete
2. Remove agitator, see “Agitator” procedure. tub module can be reinstalled in same position.
3. Loosen cabinet top, see “Cabinet Top” procedure
steps 2 through 4. 10.Grasp outer tub and lift complete tub module
4. Hinge cabinet top open to gain access. assembly up and out of washer cabinet.
5. Loosen and remove hose clamp and fill hose from 11. Turn outer tub upside-down and set on a protective
outer tub cover. padding.
6. Remove tub cover, see “Tub Cover and Gasket” 12.Loosen hose clamp and remove hose from bottom of
procedure, steps 1 through 2. outer tub.
7. Remove bolts and washers securing washtub to hub. 13.Loosen hose clamp and remove pressure hose from
8. Lift washtub and balance ring out of outer tub. pressure bulb.
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14.Remove screws and lockwashers securing NOTE: When reinstalling brake assembly, replace all
counterweight and each support leg to outer tub three brake pads. DO NOT replace worn pads
weldment. Lift transmission, weldment assembly and only. Apply a small amount of No. 26594P
counterweight off tub. Silicone Lubricant to both sides of each brake
15.Remove screws securing outer tub bottom to plastic pad where it will contact brake assembly.
outer tub.
16.Turn outer tub upright and remove pressure bulb and DO NOT OVER LUBRICATE! Excess lubricant
grommet. can be thrown into pivot dome area during
17.Reverse procedure to reassemble. normal washer operation. Any lubricant on pivot
dome, base or friction ring will affect washer
NOTE: When installing grommet into outer tub, thicker operation. This condition will persist until
lip of grommet must be installed to outside of lubricant is removed.
tub. Lubricate outer surface of large opening of
pressure bulb with liquid soap to aid when 5. After brake is installed, put washer through the
assembling pressure bulb into grommet. following check to verify brake is operating properly.
a. Turn off electrical power to washer.
b. Turn drive pulley one complete revolution in
Drive Pulley, Helix and Brake agitation directly, then push drive pulley up
1. Remove outer tub, see Outer Tub” procedure, against brake.
steps 1 through 11. c. Check for a .030 (.76 mm) minimum gap between
2. Remove screw, washer and helix securing drive drive pulley and helix ramp surfaces.
pulley to input shaft and transmission assembly. NOTE: If gap is less than .030 (.76 mm), brake may not
NOTE: On tall tub models, the weldment assembly stop washtub from spinning in required seven
must be removed or loosened and raised seconds because brake will not close properly.
enough to get pulley off and on the input shaft. d. Turn on electrical power to washer and start
3. Lift drive pulley up and off input shaft of transmission washer in the final spin operation.
assembly. NOTE: After installing complete tub module in washer
NOTE: When reinstalling pulley, place a small amount and all hoses have been reconnected, add at
of No. 03200P Lubricant on top side of the drive least one quart of water to washtub to lubricate
pulley that will be contacting large flat washers. pump seals. Running a pump without water
Lubricate helix ramps and bore with a small will ruin the seals.
amount of No. 03200P Lubricant. After washtub has been spinning for two
DO NOT OVER LUBRICATE! Excess lubricant minutes, normal spin speed should be
can be thrown into pivot dome area during 427 ± 25 RPM SLOW speed and 640 ± 25 RPM
normal washer operation. Any lubricant on pivot FAST speed on one and two speed models; or
dome, base or friction ring will affect washer 473 ± 25 RPM on SLOW speed and
operation. This condition will persist until 710 ± 25 RPM on FAST speed on some two
lubricant is removed. speed models and all three speed models.
Three speed models never spin on the lowest
4. Remove bolts securing brake pads and brake speeds. If not, the cause could be dragging
assembly to weldment assembly. Remove brake brake pads. If problems occur with steps (c) or
assembly and pads off bottom of weldment (d), remove brake assembly and correct
assembly. problem.
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Weldment and Bearing Assembly NOTE: If gap is less than .030 (.76 mm), brake may not
1. Remove outer tub, see Outer Tub” procedure, stop washtub from spinning in required seven
steps 1 through 11. seconds because brake will not close properly.
2. Remove screw, washer and helix holding drive pulley d. Turn on electrical power to washer and start
to input shaft and transmission assembly. washer in the final spin.
3. Lift drive pulley up and off input shaft of transmission
NOTE: After installing complete tub module in washer
assembly.
and all hoses have been reconnected, add at
NOTE: When reinstalling pulley, place a small amount least a quart of water to washtub to lubricate
of No. 03200P Lubricant on top side of the drive pump seals. Running a pump without water will
pulley that will be contacting large flat washers. ruin the seals.
Lubricate helix ramps and bore with a small
After washtub has been spinning for two
amount of No. 03200P Lubricant.
minutes, normal spin speed should be
DO NOT OVER LUBRICATE! Excess lubricant 427 ± 25 RPM SLOW speed and 640 ± 25 RPM
can be thrown into pivot dome area during FAST speed on one and two speed models; or
normal washer operation. Any lubricant on pivot 473 ± 25 RPM on SLOW speed and
dome, hose or friction ring will affect washer 710 ± 25 RPM on FAST speed on some two
operation. This condition will persist until speed models and all three speed models.
lubricant is removed. Three speed models never spin on the lowest
4. Remove bolts securing brake pads and brake speeds. If not, the cause could be dragging
assembly to weldment assembly. Remove brake brake pads. If problems occur with steps (c) or
assembly and pads off bottom of weldment (d), remove brake assembly and correct
assembly. problem.
NOTE: When reinstalling brake assembly, replace all 6. Remove bolts securing counterweight and each
three brake pads. DO NOT replace worn pads support leg to outer tub. Lift transmission, weldment
only. Apply a small amount of No. 265494P assembly and counterweight off tub.
Silicone Lubricant to both sides of each brake NOTE: It may be necessary to tap lightly on the
pad where it will contact brake assembly. weldment assembly to loosen it from
DO NOT OVER LUBRICATE! Excess lubricant transmission tube.
can be thrown into pivot dome area during Torque screws between 100 to 150 inch-
normal washer operation. Any lubricant on pivot pounds.
dome, base or friction ring will offset washer
7. Remove screws and washers securing
operation. This condition will persist until
counterweight to leg on weldment assembly.
lubricant is removed.
5. After brake is installed, put washer through the
following check to verify brake is operating properly.
a. Turn off electrical power to washer.
b. Turn drive pulley one complete revolution in
agitation direction, then push drive pulley up
against brake.
c. Check for a .030 (.76 mm) minimum gap between
drive pulley and helix ramp surfaces.
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Transmission Assembly Upper Bearing Assembly

1. Remove outer tub, see Outer Tub” procedure, 1. Remove transmission assembly, see “Disassembly
steps 1 through 11. of Transmission Assembly” procedure.
2. Remove screws securing each support leg to outer 2. Remove screws securing each support leg to outer
tub. Lift weldment assembly, and brake assembly off tub.
transmission tube. 3. Lift complete weldment assembly (with drive pulley,
NOTE: It may be necessary to tap lightly on weldment brake assembly, lower bearing, and transmission
assembly to loosen it from transmission tube. assembly attached) off outer tub.
NOTE: Do not overtighten screws as this could cause
When installing lower bearing, weldment stripping or damage.
assembly and brake assembly, apply No.
27604P Anti-Seize Compound to area of 4. Remove screws securing upper bearing and housing
transmission tube that will be contacting to bottom of outer tub.
bearing. NOTE: Replace bearing and housing as an assembly.
Do not overtighten screws as this could cause stripping When upper bearing assembly is reinstalled,
or damage. Torque screws between 100 to 150 inch- threads of cap screws must be secured with a
pounds. retaining compound.
NOTE: When replacing or reinstalling transmission

assembly, it is important that No. 27604P Friction Ring
Anti-Seize Compound be applied to area of the 1. Remove outer tub, see “Outer Tub” procedure
transmission tubes where they will be contacting steps 1 through 11.
upper and lower bearings. 2. Remove friction ring and replace with new friction
ring.
Carefully lower transmission through upper bearing. DO 3. Reverse procedure to reassemble.
NOT DROP OR LOWER TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
INTO POSITION TOO HARD. This can cause bearing to NOTE: When installing module springs, make sure
move which will cause vibration, noise, wear or no spin. spring hooks are fully seated in the holes.
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Appendix A
A–1 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Installation
Instructions
Top Loading Washer
Keep instructions for future reference. Be sure manual stays with washer.
1 MOVE WASHER NOTE: Save shipping plug and

shipping brace; reinstall whenever Shipping
TO FINAL AREA; washer is moved more than 4 feet. brace
REMOVE Do not lift or move washer without
SHIPPING BRACE shipping materials in place.
& PLUG To remove the shipping plug from the
Protect the floor when moving the washer, step on the card board base,
washer. Washer must be within 4 feet tilt the washer back, and slide out the
of desired area before beginning base.
installation. Open washer lid and
remove installation parts from
Shipping
plug
shipping brace for use. Cardboard
Reach through foam shipping
base
brace, grasp bottom of brace, and
pull up to remove.
2 CONNECT
WATER FILL
In most cases, hoses should
cross when attached to correct
water temperature faucet.
HOSES TO Tighten hose connections by hand
WASHER
H C
until snug, then another ¼ turn with

Tightly push one flat rubber pliers. DO NOT cross-thread or over-
washer into one end of each tighten couplings.
water fill hose and attach this end T
HO LD
of hose to washer. HOT and
CO
COLD connections are identified
Push rubber washer
by letters H and C stamped into
washer cabinet and by HOT and
into end of fill hose.
COLD printed on water fill hoses.
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Installation Instructions
3 CONNECT
WATER FILL
Tightly push one screened filter
washer onto remaining end of each
water fill hose. Attach water hoses to
Faucets
HOSES TO HOT and COLD faucets. BE SURE HOT
FAUCETS HOT WATER HOSE IS CONNECTED
TO HOT WATER FAUCET.
Before connecting hoses to water COLD
supply, turn on faucets and flush Tighten hose connections by hand
lines for approximately 2 minutes until snug, then another ¼ turn with
to remove foreign matter that could pliers. DO NOT cross-thread or over-
clog filter screens in water mixing tighten couplings.
valve or fill hoses. Screen Filters
Turn on water and check for leaks.
If leaks are found, retighten hose
couplings. Continue tightening and
HOT
rechecking until no leaks are found.
COLD
Hoses
4 SECURE DRAIN
HOSE TO DRAIN Standpipe Wall Unit
Remove drain hose from shipping Beaded
position on rear of washer by Standpipe tie-down
unhooking hose from retainer adapter strap
clamp. Use beaded tie-down (avoid
strap to secure “hook” end of drain air-tight seal)
hose to standpipe, wall inlet hoses, 36" (min)
or laundry tub (must hold at least 20
from floor Beaded
gallons).
tie-down
IMPORTANT: To prevent siphoning, strap
do not place ribbed portion of drain
hose into standpipe. Avoid air-tight 36" (min)
seal around standpipe adapter. from floor
For standpipe installation below 36" Tub
(91.4 cm), install Siphon Break Kit
part #562P3.
For standpipe installation above 48"
(121.2 cm), install a check valve to
prevent water from flowing back
into washer. Available from local
hardware store. 72" (max)
36" (min)
from floor Beaded
tie-down
strap
A–3 RS3100007 Rev. 0

5 POSITION AND LEVEL

WASHER
1. Level Front Legs
Position washer in final location on clean, dry, firm, and Lock

level floor. nut
NOTE: To avoid damage to legs and base, do not slide
washer across floor if leveling legs have been
extended.
Rubber
1. Loosen 7/8" locknuts and extend front leveling legs.
Leveling foot
Place rubber foot pads on all four leveling legs.
foot pad
Adjust front 2 leveling legs until machine is level
side-to-side. Be sure machine does not rock. Tighten
locknuts up to washer base, or washer will move out 2. Level Rear Legs
of position during operation.
2. Once front legs are adjusted, gently tilt washer
forward on front legs and lower into place to correctly
set rear self-leveling legs.
Check that washer is level front-to-back and side-to-side.

WASHER MUST NOT ROCK.
6 CONNECT
POWER CORD
Questions?
TO
ELECTRICITY See Owners
See Installation Requirements
section. Plug washer into
Manual or call
3-prong grounded outlet only.
Amana
Consumer
Affairs
7
Wipe tub with clean rag and soap
CLEAN TUB AND diluted in warm water to remove
RUN THROUGH
ONE WASH
any oil used in manufacturing. Use
household spray cleaner if
Department
CYCLE WITHOUT
necessary.
1-800-843-0304
CLOTHES Add water and detergent to
washtub, and run before first use.
RS3100007 Rev. 0 A–4

Installation Summary
Connect water
fill hoses to
faucets
Run through a
Connect water
cycle before
fill hoses to
washing clothes
washer
Set to 140°F
Connect power
cord to
electricity
Secure
drain hose
Position washer.
Level front
and rear legs
Remove and store

shipping plug and brace
You'll Need a Few Things Before You Begin

Parts Supplied
Tools (In shipping brace)
Screwdriver 2 water fill 4 rubber leveling

HOT foot pads
Pliers hoses
COLD
Wrench
2 screened beaded tie-down
hose filters strap
Level
2 flat
rubber washers
A–5 RS3100007 Rev. 0

About Ground Wires

For safety, washer must be grounded. All washer power supply cords are
In the event of an electrical short circuit, a
equipped with 3-prong grounding plug. Plug on cord must be plugged into
ground wire reduces the risk of electric
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
shock by providing an escape wire for the
with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify plug on washer cord.
electric current.
If plug will not fit outlet, have qualified electrician install proper outlet.
Standard accepted color coding for ground
wires is green or green with a yellow
stripe.
! WARNING
To avoid risk of personal injury or death due to electrical shock:
Grounding wires and wires colored like
grounding wires are NOT to be used as • Observe all local codes and • DO NOT modify plug on power
current carrying conductors. ordinances. cord. If plug does not fit electrical
• Disconnect electrical power to outlet, have proper outlet installed
unit before servicing. by qualified electrician.
• Ground appliance properly. • DO NOT have a fuse in the
• Check with a qualified electrician neutral or ground circuit. A fuse in
if you are not sure this appliance the neutral or ground circuit could
Save These is properly grounded.

• DO NOT ground to gas line.
result in an electrical shock.
• DO NOT use an extension cord
Instructions • DO NOT ground to cold water with this appliance.

pipe if pipe is interrupted by • DO NOT use an adapter plug
plastic, non-metallic gaskets, or with this appliance.
other insulating (non- • DO NOT pinch power cord.
conducting) materials.
Washer Dimensions Optional Kits

Kits are available at extra cost through
Amana dealer or Amana factory
1-800-843-0304.
Siphon Break Kit
53.5" For standpipe installation below 36"
(137.1cm) (91.44 cm), install part #562P3.
43.6" (110.7 cm)
Longer Water Inlet Hoses

8’ (2.44 m) inlet hose, part #20617.
36.6" (93 cm)
H C
10’ (3.05 m) inlet hose, part #20618.
Drain Hose Extension
Order this kit in two parts: the coupler,
part #406P3, and 1' additional drain
hose, part #20616.
Anchor Kit
To stop washer from moving on
26.9" (68.3 cm) uneven surfaces, install part #155P3.
28" (71.1 cm)
Adjustable leg Extension Kit
2"
(5.1 cm) To level washer on extremely uneven
surfaces, install part #566P3.
RS3100007 Rev. 0 A–6

Installation Requirements
Before You Install
Consider
Location
Description ü
Use dimensions shown in manual to determine space needed for easy
installation and servicing.
Install washer on a solid floor. Never install washer on a platform or weak
support structure.
Wood floor constructions may sometimes need to be reinforced to minimize
vibration from unbalanced loads.
DO NOT install washer on carpeted floor. Carpet and soft tile surfaces also
contribute to vibration and/or tendency for washer to move slightly during spin
cycle.
Electrical Requirements Washer requires 120 volt, 15 amp, 60 Hz power supply and 3-prong grounding
plug. Power cord is approximately 69” long. Refer to serial plate for specific
requirements. Wiring diagram is located in control hood.
Water Supply Faucets Water supply faucets must fit standard 3/4" (19.05 mm) female garden hose
couplings. Do not use slip-on or clamp-on connections.
NOTE: Water supply faucets should be easily accessible and turned off before
extended periods of non-use.
Water Pressure Static pressure measured at faucet must be 20–120 pounds per square inch
(138 to 827 kPa). Water pressure under 20 pounds per square inch (138 kPa)
results in extended washer fill time.
Drain Drain receptacle must be able to handle hose with at least 1¼" (32cm) outside
diameter. End of drain hose must be 36" (91.44 cm) above floor, or water may
run out of washer before end of cycle.
Part No. 40085801  1999 Amana Appliances

Printed in U.S.A. 8/99 Amana, Iowa 52204
A–7 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Appendix B
B–1 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Owner's Manual
Contents
Important Safety Information ....... B–4
Starting the Wash ...................... B–5
Cycles ....................................... B–7
Dispensers ................................. B–8
Features, Hints, and Care .......... B–9
Moving and Storage .................... B–10
Trouble Shooting ........................ B–11
Top Loading Washer

Warranty .................................... B–13
Keep instructions for future reference. Be sure

manual stays with washer.
RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–2

Thank you for buying an Amana washer!
Please take the time to complete the registration card and return promptly. If Asure Extended
registration card is missing, call Amana Consumer Affairs Department. When
contacting Amana, provide product information from serial plate found on lower Service Plan
right hand corner of inner lid: Amana Appliances offers long-term
Model Number __________________________________ service protection for this new washer.
Manufacturing (P) Number _________________________ Asure™ Extended Service Plan,
Serial Number (S/N) ______________________________ covering functional parts, labor, and
Purchase Date __________________________________ travel charges, is specially designed to
Dealer Name ___________________________________ supplement a strong warranty. Call 1-
Dealer Address _________________________________ 800-528-2682 for information.
Dealer Phone ___________________________________
Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place for Parts and Accessories
future reference or if warranty service is required. Purchase replacement parts and
For answers to questions or to locate an authorized servicer, call 1-800-NAT- additional accessories by phone.
LSVC (1-800-628-5782) inside USA or 319-622-5511 outside USA. Warranty To order accessories for your Amana
service must be performed by an authorized servicer. Amana Appliances also product, call 1-800-843-0304 inside
recommends contacting an authorized servicer if service is required after USA or 319-622-5511 outside USA.
warranty expires.
Save Time and Money

If something seems unusual, please
check “Trouble Shooting” section,
which is designed to help you solve
For more information on this and other Amana problems before calling service. If you
products, visit our Web site have a question, write or call us
(include model number and phone
www.amana.com number) at:
Consumer Affairs Department Amana
or Appliances
call Consumer Affairs Department at 2800 - 220th Trail
Amana, Iowa 52204
1-800-843-0304 Ph# 1-800-843-0304
What You Need to Know Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

about Safety Instructions
Warning and Important Safety ! DANGER
Instructions appearing in this manual DANGER—Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury
are not meant to cover all possible or death.
conditions and situations that may
occur. Common sense, caution, and care
must be exercised when installing,
! WARNING
maintaining, or operating washer. WARNING—Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe
Always contact your dealer, distributor, personal injury or death.
service agent, or manufacturer about
problems or conditions you do not
understand.
! CAUTION
CAUTION—Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor
personal injury or product or property damage.
B–3 RS3100007 Rev. 0

! WARNING
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injur y, or death when using your
washer, follow these basic precautions:
1. Read all instructions before 11. Do not repair or replace any part 17. Use only fabric softeners or
using washer. of washer or attempt any service, products to eliminate static that
2. Be sure washer is properly unless specifically recommended are appropriate for automatic
grounded. in user-maintenance instructions washers.
3. Do not wash articles that have or in published user-repair 18. Keep your washer in good
been cleaned in, washed in, instructions that you understand condition. Bumping or dropping
soaked in, or spotted with and have skills to carry out. washer can damage safety
gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, 12. To reduce risk of electric shock features. If damage occurs,
or other flammable or explosive or fire, do not use extension have washer checked by
substances. Vapors could cords or adapters to connect qualified service technician.
ignite or explode. washer to electrical power 19. Replace worn power cords and/
4. Do not add gasoline, dry- source. or loose plugs.
cleaning solvents, or other 13. Use your washer only for its 20. Loading door must be closed
flammable or explosive intended purpose: non- whenever washer is agitating or
substances to wash water. commercial clothes washing. spinning. Do not bypass loading
Vapors could ignite or explode. 14. Always disconnect washer from door switch by permitting
5. Do not store or use gasoline or electrical supply before washer to operate with loading
other flammable vapors and attempting any service. door open.
liquids near this or any other Disconnect power cord by 21. Always read and follow
appliance. grasping the plug, not the cord. manufacturer’s instructions on
6. Do not allow children to play on 15. Install washer according to packages of laundry and
or in washer. Close supervision Installation Instructions. All cleaning aids. Heed all
of children is necessary when connections for water, drain, warnings or precautions. To
washer is used near children, a electrical power, and grounding reduce risk of poisoning or
safety rule for all appliances. must comply with local codes chemical burns, keep products
7. Before washer is removed from and be made by licensed away from children at all times,
service or discarded, remove personnel when required. preferably, in a locked cabinet.
door to washing compartment. 16. To reduce risk of fire, do not use 22. Never operate washer with
8. Do not reach into washer if washer to launder clothes which guards and/or panels removed.
wash tub is moving. have traces of any flammable 23. Do not operate washer with
9. Do not install or store washer substance, such as vegetable missing or broken parts.
where it will be exposed to oil, cooking oil, machine oil, 24. Do not bypass safety devices.
water and/or weather. flammable chemicals, thinner,
10. Do not tamper with washer etc., or anything containing wax
controls. or chemicals, such as mops and
cleaning cloths. Flammable
substances may cause fabric to
catch fire by itself.
Save These Instructions

RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–4
Starting the Wash
If These Controls 1. Prepare clothes for washing
are Different from For best wash results:
Yours • Remove items from pockets and cuffs
• Close zippers and fasteners; mend rips and tears
These controls are intended to
• Sort items into separate loads
show the variety of features that are
• Pre-treat stains and heavily soiled areas
available in the product line. If your
washer does not have all the options
that are shown, it is not a mistake. The 2. Select WASH/RINSE temperature
information provided applies to several Always follow garment manufacturer’s care labels for each fabric. See
of the models in the product line. chart below.
WASH / RINSE TYPE OF CLOTHING

Hot/Cold Sturdy whites and colorfast items;
work clothes, soiled items, and cloth
diapers
Warm/Warm Delicate or colorfast items
Available on
some models
Warm/Cold − Moderately soiled permanent press,
silks, woolens, nylon, acrylic
Rinsing of some items
Cold/Cold − Non-colorfast items
Extra-delicate clothing
Rinsing of most items
NOTE: Energy Saver settings, marked with a dash (–), show

temperature settings that use the least energy.
3. Select LOAD SIZE / WATER LEVEL

Variable control allows you to select the most appropriate setting for each
wash load. Do not fill above top row of holes in tub with clothes. Use Water
Level chart below to determine setting.
IMPORTANT: Do not hold knob at RESET for extended periods or washer

flooding may result.
LOAD SIZE WATER If you change your mind

QUICK WASH
LEVEL and the LOAD SIZE
Super Plus Max. Fill
SETTING
If the tub is filling and you decide to
Large 3/4 – Full change the LOAD SIZE SETTING, you
must turn the knob to RESET before
Medium 1/2 – 3/4 Full changing the load size. The tub can
overfill if you do not turn to RESET
Small 1/2 Full
first.
QUICK WASH
B–5 RS3100007 Rev. 0

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

Cycles
If These Controls SOAK (SOME MODELS) REGULAR

are Different from Use for heavily soiled or stained Use for sturdy items, like play or
Yours items. Washtub fills with water, work clothes, towels, T-shirts, etc.
These controls are intended pauses approximately 12 minutes for
to show the variety of features that soaking, and spins water out to DOUBLE WASH
are available in the product line. If complete cycle. DOUBLE WASH automatically
your washer does not have all the advances into the REGULAR wash
options that are shown, it is not a cycle. Use to wash heavily soiled
mistake. The information provided clothes twice with detergent in
applies to several of the models in HAND WASH each cycle.
the product line. (SOME MODELS)
Use for fine fabrics normally washed To deliver extra detergent,
What do the little by hand. To protect fragile fabrics, • LIQUID DETERGENT: place in
fabric softener dispenser for use
numbers mean? washer speed automatically runs at
in second wash. DO NOT use
Numbers next to cycle setting shows Gentle/Slow, regardless of position of
speed selector switch. dispenser for fabric softener.
the approximate total agitation time.
• POWDER DETERGENT: place
The total wash time includes periods
extra detergent in tub for use in
of soaking and is longer than the
first wash; recommend
agitation time.
approximately 1½ times normal
amount.
PERMANENT
PRESS/KNITS
Use for clothes that recommend a
permanent press cycle and other
synthetics.
DELICATE
Use to wash delicate items often
washed by hand. Even with small
loads, full tub of water is recom-
mended so items can move freely
for more complete cleaning. More
water also helps reduce fabric wear
and wrinkling. To protect delicate
fabrics, washer speed automati-
cally runs at Gentle/Slow, regard-
less of position of speed selector
switch.
QUICK WASH
(SOME MODELS)
Use for a small load of lightly soiled items that
needs to be washed quickly. QUICK WASH has
a shortened cycle with a light period of agitation.
It then automatically sets to a fast spin speed to
help shorten drying times. The total cycle time is
approximately 15-20 minutes.
QUICK WASH
B–7 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Dispensers
Bleach Dispenser Use only liquid bleach in dispenser.

Bleach dispenser is located in left To use powdered bleach, add to
front corner under loading door. wash tub with detergent.
LO AD SIZE BLEACH
Bleach Carefully and slowly, pour recommended (M ax Am t.)
dispenser amount of bleach into dispenser during
SUPER PLU S 1 cup
first washer fill. See table.
LARG E 1 cup
Be careful not to spill undiluted bleach. M EDIUM 3/4 cup
It is a strong chemical and can damage
SM ALL 1/2 cup
cabinet finishes and some fabrics if not
properly diluted. Follow bleach
manufacturer’s label for proper use.
Fabric Softener To use dispenser, follow these steps:

Dispenser 1. Pour liquid fabric softener into dispenser, using amount recommended
Fabric softener dispenser is on package.
located on top of agitator.
Dispenser automatically releases 2. Add water up to fill level, but do not exceed tip of fill arrow indicator.
liquid fabric softener at proper time FABRIC SOFTENER MUST BE DILUTED FOR USE.
during rinse cycle. • Do not stop washer during first spin or dispenser will empty too
soon.
• Never pour fabric softener directly onto clothes or spots and stains
may result. To remove softener stains, soak in soapy solution of
Sard™ Wonder Soap or Ivory ™ soap, or rub stain with bar of Sard™ or
Fabric Ivory™ soap and wash garment as usual.
softener • For best softener performance, set water level to medium or higher.
dispenser
3. Clean softener dispenser after
each use. Remove dispenser
housing from agitator by
Fabric Softener Use Tips squeezing lower part of dispenser
• Liquid fabric softeners are and pulling up on housing while
dispensed during final rinse. Do tilting slightly to expose
not combine with bleach, bluing, dispenser cup. Rinse dispenser
starch, detergents, soaps, or housing and cup in hot soapy
packaged water conditioners water.
during rinse.
Clean funnel shape in top of
• Do not use fabric softener in
agitator and inside of agitator. Use small brush on hole and slots in two
dispenser during DOUBLE WASH
funnel rings for thorough cleaning.
cycle.
• Do not mix powdered detergent After cleaning, re-install dispenser cup. Push dispenser housing
with liquid softener in dispenser or directly down onto top of agitator until firmly snapped together.
softener will become gummy.
To prevent build-up, fill dispenser with clean water in wash cycles when
not using softener.
RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–8

Features, Hints, and Care
Follow the Colors Lint Filter
Your washer control panel is color Amana's self cleaning lint filter works throughout the wash cycle to constantly
coordinated for your convenience. remove lint and other residue from the water. Located between the outer and
When you set your washer controls, inner tub, the lint filter removes lint as water passes from the bottom of the
notice which colors are the same. They outer tub back to the inner tub. As water passes from the outer tub to the
will help guide you through setting the inner tub, water is forced through the bottom of the lint filter. The filter traps
controls. lint under the filter until the spin cycle begins. During the spin cycle
centrifugal force removes the lint by pulling it off the bottom of the filter and
Need more Time? Reset washing it down the drain.
the Timer Knob. Motor Over load Protector
Although wash cycles are automatic,
Internal overload protector automatically stops motor in event of overload.
timer may be reset to lengthen, shorten,
Overload protector resets in approximately 3 minutes and motor automatically
or repeat a portion of a cycle.
restarts. If overload protector stops motor again, stop using washer and call
To set or reset timer, push in timer knob
service technician. Loading wash tub too full may result in motor overload.
to stop washer. Hold in timer knob
firmly while slowly turning it to desired
setting. Pull out timer knob to start Automatic Balance System
washer. Your new washer will automatically adjust to unbalanced loads without
shutting down or interrupting the cycle. The cycle will automatically complete
Stops and Starts at the fastest spin speed possible.
Wash action consists of periods of In a severe out-of-balance condition, clothes may
agitation, with pauses or periods of contain excessive moisture. If this should happen,
soaking. For best results, do not turn simply redistribute the clothes, and reset the control to
timer through pauses, which are normal the spin mark after the rinse setting in the regular cycle.
Spin mark
part of wash cycles.
Safety Lid Switch
Cleaner Clothes The washer will not spin when the lid is open for any reason. This is for your
Water temperature affects how clean personal safety. If the lid is opened mid-cycle, operation will automatically
clothes become. If your clothes are not start when lid is closed.
as clean as you would like, check your
water heater temperature. You may need General Washer Care
to turn your water temperature up to • Use only damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning control panel. Some cleaning
140°F. Also, check that your water product sprays may harm control panel finish or may damage interior of
hoses are hooked up correctly. If they hood.
are switched you might be getting cold • Wipe washer cabinet as needed. If detergent, bleach, or other washing
water in your warm and hot cycles. products are spilled on cabinet, wipe immediately. Some products will
cause permanent damage if spilled on cabinet.
Hard water does not remove soil as • Top of washer should not be used for removing garment stains. Some stain
well as soft water. Check with your local removers, such as rust remover, may damage cabinet finish.
water company to see if you have hard • Do not use scouring pads or abrasive cleansers.
water. If you have hard water, try • Do not lay sharp or rough objects on or against washer. Finish could be
softening it with a packaged damaged.
conditioner or use a little more
• Remove pins, buckles, or other sharp objects from clothes to prevent
detergent.
scratching interior parts.
• Leave lid open after use to allow inside of washer to dry, and to help
Risers prevent musty odors from developing.
Risers or air cushions may be installed
• Do not allow small children to play on or around washer.
if pipes knock or pound when flow of
water stops. Risers are more efficient • Do not move washer without reinstalling shipping brace (Part #39365) and
when installed as close as possible to shipping plug (Part #38149). See Moving Washer to New Location section.
water supply faucets.
B–9 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Moving and Storage
Cold Storage and Non-Use Periods Vacations and
Extended Non-Use
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible
! WARNING property damage from flooding, turn
Explosive hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that off water supply to washer during
has not been used for two weeks or more. Before using washer, if extended periods of non-use.
hot water system has not been used for such a period, turn on all hot To prevent mold or mildew, leave lid
water faucets and let water flow for several minutes to release open so moisture inside machine can
accumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is flammable: Do not evaporate.
smoke or use an open flame when flushing water lines. When closing your home for extended
periods, have service technician drain
washer to avoid stagnant water.
Unplug cord from electrical outlet.
Cold Weather Care Disconnect hoses from faucets.
If washer is delivered when outside temperature is below freezing or if washer
is stored in unheated room or area during cold months, do not operate until
washer has warmed to room temperature. Do not install or operate
washer where temperatures will drop below freezing. Moving Washer to
Cold Weather Storage New Location
If washer must be stored in seasonal home or storage building, use one of the Replace shipping plug under motor
following storage methods. and shipping brace in tub. Refer to
METHOD 1 Installation Instructions for proper
1. Turn off water supply faucets and disconnect hoses. Drain water from procedures whenever washer is
both hoses. moved. See illustration.
2. Add one gallon of non-toxic RV antifreeze (available from hardware or
recreational vehicle dealers) to washer tub.
3. Push in cycle selector knob and turn to SPIN.
4. Pull knob out and let washer spin for 1–2 minutes to drain water. Some
antifreeze will also be lost. (If you have a septic system, contact
antifreeze manufacturer and make sure it will not harm system.) Shipping
5. Push in cycle selector knob to stop washer. Dry inner wash tub, brace
disconnect electrical plug, and close washer lid. If moving washer,
disconnect drain hose. Move and store washer ONLY in upright position.
To remove antifreeze after storage, run washer through a complete cycle
using ½ cup of detergent. DO NOT ADD CLOTHES TO CYCLE.
Shipping
METHOD 2 plug and
1. Push in cycle selector knob and turn to SPIN. Run through complete location
spin cycle to remove excess water. in washer
2. When spin cycle is complete, push in cycle selector knob to stop
washer.
3. Turn off water supply faucets and disconnect hoses. Drain water from
both hoses.
4. Dry inner wash tub, disconnect electrical plug, and close washer lid. If
moving washer, disconnect drain hose. Move and store washer ONLY in
upright position. Tilt washer back slightly
5. It is normal for some water to remain inside pump. To prevent damage to and slide shipping
washer and pump if remaining water freezes, allow washer to warm to 24 plug into position
to 48 hours after removing from storage, so water can thaw before use.
under washer
RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–10

Trouble Shooting
You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns that
are not the result of defective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact Amana
Consumer Affairs Department at 800-843-0304.
TOPIC POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

NOISE
Gear sounds or a low hum Normal mechanical sounds in commercial- Normal operation.
quality washer
Rattling and clanking noise Loose objects, such as coins or pins, in tub Stop washer and check tub. Remove loose objects. If noise
or pump continues after washer is restarted, objects may be in
pump: call your authorized servicer.
Belt buckles, metal fasteners hitting wash tub Close zippers, buttons, and fasteners. Clothing with
buckles must be turned inside out.
Squealing sound or hot Overloaded wash tub Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce size of
rubber odor load.
Thumping sound Heavy wash loads; unbalanced loads Usually normal, but unbalanced loads should be
redistributed. Stop washer and rearrange load.
Vibrating noise Washer not resting firmly on floor Make sure floor is strong enough for washer. Adjust
leveling legs so washer rests firmly on floor. See
Installation Instructions for leveling details.
Wash load distributed unevenly in tub Stop washer and rearrange load.
Shipping plug not removed during installation See Installation Instructions for details on removing
shipping plug.
Water splashing or slapping Spray rinse Normal operation. Washer sprays water inside tub while
noise running at high speed during rinse and spin.
Whistling or whirling noise Drum spinning without clothes Normal operation. Holes in the tub can cause this sound.
OPERATION
Washer does not start Electrical power cord may not be plugged in, Make sure plug from power cord fits tightly into wall outlet.
or connection may be loose
Fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or power Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Do NOT increase
outage occurred fuse capacity. Call qualified electrician to correct circuit
overload problem. Call local utility company to correct
power outage.
Water supply faucets not turned on Turn on water supply faucets.
Timer knob/cycle selector set incorrectly Move indicator slightly clockwise. Pull out on timer knob.
Motor overheated Internal overload protector automatically stops motor in

event of overload. Protector resets in approximately 3
minutes and motor automatically restarts. If overload
protector stops motor again, quit using washer and call
service technician.
Do not overload washer. Largest dry load level should not

be higher than bottom of fabric softener dispenser or top of
agitator.
Washer won’t spin Lid partially open Close lid completely.
Residue left in tub Heavily soiled items Wipe tub with non-abrasive household cleaner and rinse.
Before washing, shake or brush excess dirt and sand from
items.
B–11 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Trouble Shooting (cont'd)

WATER
Wash load too wet after spin Overloaded wash tub Do not overload washer.
Unbalanced load Rearrange load to allow proper spin.
Kinked drain hose Straighten drain hose.
Water enters slowly or does Inadequate main water supply Check water pressure at another faucet in house. Wait for
not enter washer water supply and pressure to increase.
Water supply faucets partly closed Fully open hot and cold water supply faucets.
Water being used elsewhere in house Water pressure must be at least 20 psi (138 kPa). Avoid
running water elsewhere when washer is filling.
Clogged water inlet filters Disconnect water fill hoses from faucet. Clean and
reposition screen filters. Reconnect water fill hoses.
Kinked water inlet hoses Straighten hoses.
Water level does not cover Incorrect water level/load size selection Select higher water level/load size. Add water by turning
clothes selector to RESET and back to larger load size.
Overloaded wash tub Do not overload washer. Largest dry load level should not
be higher than bottom of fabric softener dispenser or top of
agitator.
Warm or hot water not hot Water heater temperature set too low; water Use candy/meat thermometer to measure hot water
enough heater too far from washer temperature at nearby faucet. Water temperature should
be at least 140°F (60°C). Adjust water heater as
necessary.
Hot water being used elsewhere in house Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during washer
use, or there may not be enough hot water for proper
cleaning. If problem continues, enlarge capacity of hot
water system, or use for only one application at a time.
Water drains slowly or does Drain hose kinked or clogged Clean and straighten drain hose.
not drain
Water leaks Loose fill hose connections Check and tighten all hose/faucet connections. Install
rubber sealing washers provided.
Clogged drain pipes Unclog drain pipes. Call plumber if necessary.
Changed water levels during fill Always use RESET on water level switch when changing
water level. Do not hold switch at RESET; return switch to
desired load size.
Oversudsing Use less detergent.
Incorrect wash and rinse Hot and cold water hoses connected to Check hose connections. Connect hot water hose to hot
temperatures wrong supply faucets water faucet; connect cold water hose to cold water faucet.
Water enters washer, but tub Incorrect standpipe height for drain hose Recommended standpipe height is 36” (91.44 cm); for low
does not fill standpipes, install Siphon Break Kit (part #562P3). See
Installation Instructions for details.
RS3100007 Rev. 0 B–12

Amana Washer Warranty
Full ONE Year Warranty
For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, Amana will repair or replace any part that fails due to a
defect in materials or workmanship.
Limited War ranty

After one year from the date of original retail purchase, Amana will provide a free part, as listed below, to replace
any part that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. The owner will be responsible for paying all other
costs including labor, mileage, and transportation.
Second through Third Year
Amana will provide any part.
Third through Fifth Year
Amana will provide the drive motor or timer.
Third through Tenth Year
Amana will provide the transmission assembly and seal kit.
Amana will provide the outer tub assembly.
Amana will provide the cabinet assembly should the part rust through.
Amana will provide the outer wash tub should the part fail to contain water.
Lifetime
Amana will provide the inner wash basket.
What is not covered by these To Receive Warranty Service

warranties Service must be performed by an authorized Amana
service representative. To schedule service, contact the
• Replacement of household fuses, resetting of circuit
Amana dealer where you purchased your appliance or
breakers, or correction to household wiring
contact Amana Appliances Factory Service.
or plumbing.
• Products with original serial numbers removed,
Amana Appliances Factory Service
altered, or not readily determined.
1-800-628-5782 inside USA
• Products purchased for commercial, industrial,
rental, or leased use. For more information,
• Products located outside of the United States Amana Appliances Consumer Services
or Canada. Amana Appliances
• Premium service charges, if the servicer is 2800 220th Trail
requested to perform service in addition to normal Amana, Iowa 52204
service or outside normal service hours or area. 1-800-843-0304 inside USA
• Adjustments after the first year. (319) 622-5511 worldwide
• Damage to clothing.
When contacting Amana Appliances please
Repairs resulting from the following:
include the following information:
• Improper installation or maintenance.
• Your name, address, and telephone number.
• Any modification, alteration, or adjustment not
• Model number and serial number of your appliance
authorized by Amana.
(found on inside of lid in the bottom right corner).
• Accident, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, or
• The name and address of your dealer and the date
acts of nature.
of purchase.
• Connections to improper electrical current,
• A clear description of the problem.
voltage, or supply.
• Proof of purchase (sales receipt).
IN NO EVENT SHALL AMANA BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have others which vary from state to state. For example, some states
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you.
Amana Appliances Online • http://www.amana.com
Part No. 40068302  1999 Amana Appliances
Printed in U.S.A. 8/99 Amana, Iowa 52204
B–13 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Appendix C
C–1 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Owner’s Manual
Top Loading Washer
Contents
Important Safety Information ................................. C–3
Product Registration and Service.......................... C–4
Before You Install ................................................. C–5
Installation Instructions......................................... C–7
Keep instructions for future reference. Helpful Hints and Features ................................... C–9
Be sure manual stays with washer. Care and Cleaning .............................................. C–10
Operating Instructions ........................................ C–11
Troubleshooting/Before Calling Service ............... C–13
Warranty ............................................................ C–15
Installer Checklist............................................... C–17
RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–2

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels 13. Use your washer only for its intended purpose:
non-commercial clothes washing.
! DANGER 14. Always disconnect washer from electrical supply
DANGER—Immediate hazards which WILL result in before attempting any service. Disconnect power
severe personal injury or death. cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.
15. Install washer according to Installation
Instructions. All connections for water, drain,
! WARNING electrical power, and grounding must comply with
WARNING—Hazards or unsafe practices which local codes and be made by licensed personnel
COULD result in severe personal injury or death. when required.
16. To reduce risk of fire, do not use washer to
launder clothes which have traces of any
! CAUTION flammable substance, such as vegetable oil,
CAUTION—Hazards or unsafe practices which cooking oil, machine oil, flammable chemicals,
COULD result in minor personal injury or product or thinner, etc., or anything containing wax or
property damage. chemicals, such as mops and cleaning cloths.
Flammable substances may cause fabric to catch
fire by itself.
! WARNING 17. Use only fabric softeners or products to eliminate

static that are appropriate for automatic washers.
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury, 18. Keep your washer in good condition. Bumping or
or death when using your washer, follow these basic dropping washer can damage safety features. If
precautions: damage occurs, have washer checked by qualified
1. Read all instructions before using washer. service technician.
2. Be sure washer is properly grounded. 19. Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.
3. Do not wash articles that have been cleaned in, 20. Loading door must be closed whenever washer is
washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, filling, agitating, or spinning. Do not bypass
dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or loading door switch by permitting washer to
explosive substances. Vapors could ignite or operate with loading door open.
explode. 21. Always read and follow manufacturer’s
4. Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or instructions on packages of laundry and cleaning
other flammable or explosive substances to wash aids. Heed all warnings or precautions. To reduce
water. Vapors could ignite or explode. risk of poisoning or chemical burns, keep
products away from children at all times,
5. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
preferably, in a locked cabinet.
vapors and liquids near this or any other
appliance. 22. Never operate washer with guards and/or panels
removed.
6. Do not allow children to play on or in washer.
Close supervision of children is necessary when 23. Do not operate washer with missing or broken
washer is used near children, a safety rule for all parts.
appliances. 24. Do not bypass safety devices.
7. Before washer is removed from service or 25. Failure to install, maintain, and/or operate
discarded, remove door to washing compartment. washer according to manufacturer’s instructions
8. Do not reach into washer if wash tub is moving. may result in conditions which can produce bodily
injury and/or property damage.
9. Do not install or store washer where it will be
exposed to water and/or weather. NOTE: Warning and Important Safety
10. Do not tamper with washer controls. Instructions appearing in this manual are not
11. Do not repair or replace any part of washer or meant to cover all possible conditions and
attempt any service, unless specifically situations that may occur. Common sense,
recommended in user-maintenance instructions or caution, and care must be exercised when
in published user-repair instructions that you installing, maintaining, or operating washer.
understand and have skills to carry out.
12. To reduce risk of electric shock or fire, do not Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent,
use extension cords or adapters to connect or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do
washer to electrical power source. not understand.
C–3 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Important Information
Thank you for buying an Amana washer!

Please take the time to complete the registration card and return promptly. If registration
card is missing, call Amana Consumer Affairs Department. When contacting Amana,
provide product information from serial plate found on lower right hand corner of inner lid:
Model Number __________________________________
Manufacturing (P) Number _________________________
Serial Number (S/N) ______________________________
Purchase Date __________________________________
Dealer Name ___________________________________
Dealer Address _________________________________
Dealer Phone ___________________________________
Keep this manual and your sales receipt together in a safe place for future reference
or if warranty service is required.
For answers to questions or to locate an authorized servicer, call 1-800-NAT-LSVC
(1-800-628-5782) inside USA or 319-622-5511 outside USA. Warranty service must be
performed by an authorized servicer. Amana Appliances also recommends contacting an
authorized servicer if service is required after warranty expires.
Asure™ Extended Service Plan

Amana Appliances offers long-term service protection for this new washer. Asure™ Extended
Service Plan, covering functional parts, labor, and travel charges, is specially designed to
supplement a strong warranty. Call 1-800-528-2682 for information.
Parts and Accessories

Purchase replacement parts and additional accessories by phone. To order accessories for
your Amana product, call 1-800-843-0304 inside USA or 319-622-5511 outside USA.
Save Time and Money

If something seems unusual, please check “Before Calling Service” on pages 12 and 13,
which is designed to help you solve problems before calling service. If you have a question,
write us (include model number and phone number) at Consumer Affairs Department,
Amana Appliances, 2800 - 220th Trail, Amana, Iowa 52204-0001.
For more information on this and other Amana products, visit our Web site
www.amana.com
or
call Consumer Affairs Department at
1-800-843-0304
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Central Time
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–4
Before You Install
Electrical Requirements Motor Overload Protector
Washer requires 120 volt, 15 amp, 60Hz power supply Internal overload protector automatically stops motor in
and 3-prong grounding plug. Refer to serial plate for event of overload. Overload protector resets in
specific requirements. Wiring diagram is located in approximately 3 minutes and motor automatically
control hood. restarts. If overload protector stops motor again, quit
using washer and call service technician.
! WARNING Loading wash tub too full may result in motor overload.
See Washing Guide for proper load size information.
To avoid risk of personal injury or death due to
electrical shock:
Water Supply Requirements
• Observe all local codes and ordinances.
• Disconnect electrical power to unit before ! WARNING
servicing. Explosive hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot
• Ground appliance properly. water system that has not been used for two weeks
• Check with a qualified electrician if you are not or more. Before using washer, if hot water system
sure this appliance is properly grounded. has not been used for such a period, turn on all hot
water faucets and let water flow for several minutes to
• DO NOT ground to gas line. release accumulated hydrogen gas. Hydrogen gas is
• DO NOT ground to cold water pipe if pipe is flammable: do not smoke or use an open flame when
interrupted by plastic, non-metallic gaskets, or flushing water lines.
other insulating (non-conducting) materials.
• DO NOT modify plug on power cord. If plug does Water supply faucets must fit standard 3/4" (19.05 mm)
not fit electrical outlet, have proper outlet female garden hose couplings. Do not use slip-on or
installed by qualified electrician. clamp-on connections.
• DO NOT have a fuse in the neutral or ground
circuit. A fuse in the neutral or ground circuit NOTE: Water supply faucets should be easily
could result in an electrical shock. accessible and turned off after extended use.
• DO NOT use an extension cord with this Optional longer inlet hoses are available at extra cost, if
appliance. hoses supplied with washer are not long enough for
installation. Order hoses as follows:
• DO NOT use an adapter plug with this appliance.
• DO NOT pinch power cord. No. 20617 Inlet Hose, 8 feet (2.44 m)
No. 20618 Inlet Hose, 10 feet (3.05 m)
For safety, washer must be grounded. All washer power Cold water connection
supply cords are equipped with 3-prong grounding plug. Water supply
Hot water
Plug on cord must be plugged into appropriate outlet faucets
connection
that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify plug
on washer cord. If plug will not fit outlet, have qualified
electrician install proper outlet.
Do not remove warning tag from power cord.
! WARNING Water
inlet hoses
Water mixing
valve
To avoid risk of personal injury or death due to
electrical shock:
• Grounding wires and wires colored like grounding Water Pressure
wires are NOT to be used as current carrying Static pressure measured at faucet must be 20–120
conductors. pounds per square inch (138 to 827 kPa). Water
pressure under 20 pounds per square inch (138 kPa)
• Standard accepted color coding for ground wires is
results in extended washer fill time.
green or green with a yellow stripe.
C–5 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Before You Install
Risers Washer Dimensions
Risers or air cushions may be installed if pipes knock or
pound when flow of water stops. Risers are more
efficient when installed as close as possible to water
supply faucets.
Risers LID
(air cushions) OPEN 90°
Water
supply faucets 53.5"
137.1 cm
Drain
Drain receptacle must be able to handle hose with at
least 1¼" (32cm) outside diameter. End of drain hose
must be 36" (91.44 cm) above floor, or water may run out
of washer before end of cycle.
Low Standpipe Installation

For standpipe installation below 36" (91.44 cm), install 28" (71.1 cm)
Siphon Break Kit (part #562P3).
2"
5.1 cm
Location
Install washer on a solid floor.
Wood floor constructions may sometimes need to be

reinforced to minimize vibration from unbalanced loads.
Carpet and soft tile surfaces also contribute to vibration
and/or tendency for washer to move slightly during spin
cycle.
43.6" (110.7 cm)
Never install washer on a platform or weak support

structure.
36.6" (93 cm)
DO NOT install washer on carpeted floor.
Use dimensions shown at right to determine space

needed for easy installation and servicing.
26.9" (68.3 cm)
RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–6

RS3100007 Rev. 0
Parts 1 MOVE WASHER TO FINAL AREA;
REMOVE SHIPPING PLUG STEP 2
Supplied Washer must be within 4 feet of desired area before
Push rubber washer into
beginning installation. Open washer lid to remove
2 flat rubber washers styrofoam shipping brace from agitator. Remove installation end of fill hose
T parts from shipping brace for use.
HO
NOTE: Save shipping plug; reinstall whenever
LD washer is moved more than 4 feet. Do not lift or
CO 2 screened hose filters move washer without shipping materials in place.
When removing cardboard base panel under washer,
2 water fill hoses T
plastic shipping plug is released from washer. Remove plug HO
from cardboard base and save for reuse when moving LD
beaded tie-down strap
washer. CO
4 rubber leveling foot pads 2 CONNECT WATER FILL HOSES TO WASHER

Tightly push one flat rubber washer into one end of each
water fill hose and attach this end of hose to washer. HOT Connect
and COLD connections are identified by letters H and C water fill
stamped into washer cabinet and by HOT and COLD
Tools Screwdriver printed on water fill hoses. hoses
Required Tighten hose connections by hand until snug, then another to washer
¼ turn with pliers. DO NOT cross-thread or over-tighten
couplings.
C–7
3 CONNECT WATER FILL HOSES TO FAUCETS
Before connecting hoses to water supply, turn on faucets
Pliers and flush lines for approximately 2 minutes to remove
Level Wrench foreign matter that could clog filter screens in water mixing
valve or fill hoses. STEP 3
STEP 1 Tightly push one screened filter washer onto remaining end Connect water fill hoses
of each water fill hose. Attach water hoses to HOT and
Move COLD faucets. BE SURE HOT WATER HOSE IS
to faucets
washer to CONNECTED TO HOT WATER FAUCET.
final area Tighten hose connections by hand until snug, then another
¼ turn with pliers. DO NOT cross-thread or over-tighten
couplings. Turn on water and check for leaks. If leaks are
found, retighten hose couplings. Continue tightening and
Remove cardboard rechecking until no leaks are found. faucet
shipping
4
base
SECURE DRAIN HOSE TO DRAIN
plug and Remove drain hose from shipping position on rear of washer
save for by unhooking hose from retainer clamp. Use beaded tie- screen filter
reuse down strap to secure “hook” end of drain hose to standpipe,
HOT
wall inlet hoses, or laundry tub (must hold at least 20
shipping
COLD
gallons). hose
plug

RS3100007 Rev. 0
STEP 4 STEP 5
IMPORTANT: To prevent siphoning, do not place
Connect drain hose to drain ribbed portion of drain hose into standpipe. Avoid
Position and level washer
air-tight seal around standpipe adapter.
standpipe bubble level
adapter
(avoid 5 POSITION AND LEVEL WASHER
air-tight Position washer on clean, dry, firm, and level floor. Place
seal) rubber foot pads on all four leveling legs.
NOTE: To avoid damage to legs and base, do
36" not slide washer across floor if leveling legs have
(min)
been extended.
beaded Loosen 7/8" locknuts and adjust front 2 leveling legs until
tie-down machine is level front-to-back and side-to-side. Be sure
strap machine does not rock. Tighten locknuts up to washer base,
or washer will move out of position during operation.
Once front legs are adjusted, gently tilt washer forward on

front legs and lower into place to correctly set rear self-
STANDPIPE leveling legs. WASHER MUST NOT ROCK.
6 CONNECT POWER CORD TO ELECTRICITY

See Electrical Requirements on page 4.
locknut
Plug washer into 3-prong grounded outlet.
leveling leg
C–8
rubber foot pad

BEFORE FIRST USE TO WASH CLOTHES,
60" max 7 add water and detergent to washtub.
36" min
Run through one wash cycle. STEP 6
beaded
To prevent damage to pump, add at least 1 quart of water
Connect power cord to
to tub before first use. Pump seal may overheat and leak if
tie-down
washer is used before water is added. Small amount of electricity
strap
TUB water from first use stays in drain system to cool pump and
prevent seal damage.
beaded tie-down strap

Questions?
See Washing Guide or call Amana STEP 7
Consumer Affairs Department Before first use to wash
clothes, add water and
detergent to tub
WALL UNIT 1-800-843-0304
Run through one wash cycle

Operating Instructions
Washer Control Panel
TEMPERATURE LOAD SIZE SPEED
WARM WARM REG GENTLE
MEDIUM
WARM COLD SLOW FAST
HOT COLD REG GENTLE

COLD COLD FAST SLOW
SMALL EX-LARGE
RESET
WASH WASH
RINSE SPIN
WATER LEVEL
ENERGY SAVER
COMMERCIAL QUALITY WASHER

SUPER CAPACITY PLUS TWO SPEED 13 CYCLES
Recheck installation procedures before operating

washer. LOAD SIZE WATER LEVEL
Ex-Large 3/4 – Full

To Wash Clothes
Clean clothes are the result of proper load preparation, Medium 1/2 – 3/4 Full
water temperature selection, detergent, and amount of
water in wash cycle. See Washing Guide in literature Small 1/2 Full
packet for additional wash preparation instructions.
3. Select WASH/RINSE temperature
1. Prepare clothes for washing Always follow garment manufacturer’s care labels
For best wash results: for each fabric. See chart below.
• Remove items from pockets and cuffs
• Close zippers and fasteners; mend rips and
tears WASH / RINSE TYPE OF CLOTHING
• Sort items into separate loads Hot/Cold Sturdy whites and colorfast items
• Pre-treat stains and heavily soiled areas Work clothes
Soiled items
Diapers
2. Select LOAD SIZE / WATER LEVEL Warm/Warm Delicate or colorfast items
Variable control allows you to select the most Warm/Cold • Moderately soiled permanent press
appropriate setting for each wash load. Use Silks, woolens, nylon, acrylic
Rinsing of some items
Water Level chart below to determine setting. See
Cold/Cold • Non-colorfast items
Washing Guide for more details. Extra-delicate clothing
Rinsing of most items
IMPORTANT: Do not hold knob at RESET for
extended periods or washer flooding
may result. NOTE: Energy Saver settings, marked with a dot
(•), show temperature settings that use the least
energy.
4. Select WASH/SPIN speed

Select wash/spin speed most appropriate to type
of fabric in wash load. See chart below.
C–9 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Operating Instructions
and wrinkling. To protect delicate fabrics, washer speed
WASH/SPIN LOAD TYPE
SPEED automatically runs at Gentle/Slow, regardless of posi-
tion of speed selector switch.
Regular/Fast Sturdy fabrics needing maximum
water extraction
Soak
Regular/Slow Sturdy fabrics needing slower spin Use for heavily soiled or stained items. Washtub fills
speed to reduce wrinkling
with water, pauses approximately 12 minutes for
Gentle/Fast Heavy loads of delicate fabrics soaking, and spins water out to complete cycle.
needing fast spin for better water
extraction
Hand Wash
Gentle/Slow Delicate fabrics needing slower spin
to protect fabric and clothing
Use for fine fabrics normally washed by hand. To
protect fragile fabrics, washer speed automatically runs
at Gentle/Slow, regardless of position of speed selector
switch.
5. Select wash cycle and time
Push timer knob in and turn to desired cycle and 6. Select EXTRA RINSE, if desired
wash time. Wash cycle and time selection Useful for people with detergent sensitive skin.
depends upon type of fabric and amount of soil. Provides second rinse to more completely remove
For best results when cleaning heavily soiled laundry additives, suds, and perfumes in
items, use longer wash time, up to 15 minute REGULAR, PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS, and
maximum. Lightly soiled items require less wash DELICATE cycles. To select, set switch to ON.
time. When not wanted, set switch to OFF. Extra Rinse
adds between 10 and 15 minutes to total cycle
Prewash time.
Use to wash heavily soiled clothes twice with detergent
in each cycle. To deliver extra detergent:
• LIQUID DETERGENT: place in fabric softener 7. Pull OUT timer knob to start
dispenser for use in second wash. Water fill begins, and wash tub starts agitation.
DO NOT use dispenser for fabric softener. Stop washer by pushing knob in.
• POWDER DETERGENT: place extra detergent in tub
for use in first wash; recommend approximately 1½
times normal amount. 8. Measure and add detergent to
washtub
Regular Use only detergent recommended for top-loading
Use for sturdy items, like play or work clothes, towels, washers. See Washing Guide for information on
T-shirts, etc. Number next to cycle setting shows total water hardness and detergent.
wash time, including periods of agitation and periods of
soaking:
9. Add clothing to water in washtub
SOIL WASH/AGITATION TIME • Clothes should fill wash tub but should not be
packed. Loosely fill tub with clothes no higher
Heavy 15 minutes
than top of agitator vanes. For best results, items
Normal 12 minutes must move freely through wash/rinse water.
Light 6 minutes • Bulky fabrics may need more water added after
agitation begins. Turn Load Size control to
RESET and back to desired setting.
Permanent Press/Knits
Use for permanent press items and synthetics.
10. Close washer lid
Delicate
Washer will not operate when lid is open.
Use to pretreat delicate items often washed by hand.
Even with small loads, full tub of water is recom-
mended for more complete cleaning, so items can
move freely. More water also helps reduce fabric wear
RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–10

Helpful Hints and Features
Following are general suggestions for using your top- Fabric Softener Dispenser
load washer. See Amana’s Washing Guide for detailed Fabric softener dispenser is located on top of agitator.
information about preparing your wash loads, effect of Dispenser automatically releases liquid fabric softener
water hardness, water temperature settings, load sizes, at proper time during rinse cycle.
laundry aids, special care items, and stain removal.
Pauses Fabric
Wash action consists of periods of agitation, with softener
pauses or periods of soaking. Do not turn timer through dispenser
pauses, which are normal part of wash cycles.
Bleach Dispenser
To use dispenser, follow these steps:
Bleach dispenser is located in left front corner under
1. Pour liquid fabric softener into dispenser using
loading door.
amount recommended on package.
Bleach
dispenser 2. Add water up to fill level, but do not exceed tip of
fill arrow indicator. FABRIC SOFTENER MUST BE
DILUTED FOR USE.
• Do not stop washer during first spin or dispenser
will empty too soon.
• Never pour fabric softener directly onto clothes or
spots and stains may result. To remove softener
stains, soak in soapy solution of Sard™ Wonder
Soap or Ivory™ soap, or rub stain with bar of
Sard™ and wash garment as usual.
• For best softener performance, set water level to
medium or higher.
Use only liquid bleach in dispenser. To use powdered 3. Clean softener dispenser after each use.
bleach, add to wash tub with detergent. Remove dispenser housing from agitator by
squeezing lower part of dispenser and pulling up
Carefully pour recommended amount of bleach into on housing while tilting slightly to expose dispenser
dispenser during first washer fill, as indicated below: cup. Rinse dispenser housing and cup in hot soapy
water.
LOAD SIZE BLEACH (Max Amt)
Large 1 cup Clean funnel shape in top of agitator and inside of
Medium 3/4 cup agitator. Use small brush on hole and slots in two
funnel rings for thorough cleaning.
Small 1/2 cup
After cleaning, re-install dispenser cup. Push
Be careful not to spill undiluted bleach. It is a strong dispenser housing directly down onto top of
chemical and can damage cabinet finishes and some agitator until firmly snapped together.
fabrics if not properly diluted. Follow bleach
manufacturer’s label for proper use. To prevent build-up, fill dispenser with clean water
in wash cycles when not using softener.
Fabric Softener Use Tips

Resetting Timer
• Liquid fabric softeners are dispensed during final
Although wash cycles are automatic, timer may be
rinse. Do not combine with bleach, bluing, starch,
reset to lengthen, shorten, or repeat a portion of a
detergents, soaps, or packaged water
cycle.
conditioners during rinse.
To set or reset timer, push in timer knob to stop • Do not use fabric softener in dispenser during
washer. Hold in timer knob firmly while slowly turning it Prewash cycle.
to desired setting. Pull out timer knob to start washer.
• Do not mix powdered detergent with liquid softener
in dispenser or softener will become gummy.
C–11 RS3100007 Rev. 0
Care and Cleaning
Automatic Balance System Moving Washer to New Location
Your new washer will automatically adjust to Replace shipping plug under motor. See illustration.
unbalanced loads without shutting down or interrupting
the cycle. The cycle will automatically complete at the
fastest spin speed possible.
In a severe out-of-balance condition, clothes may
contain excessive moisture. If this should happen,
simply redistribute the clothes, and reset the control to
the spin mark after the rinse setting in the regular
cycle. Plug location
inside washer
cabinet
Safety Spin
Shipping plug
The washer will not spin when the lid is open for any
reason. This is for your personal safety. If the lid is
opened mid-cycle, operation will automatically start
Refer to Installation Instructions for proper procedures
when lid is closed.
whenever washer is moved.
General Washer Care

• Use only damp or sudsy cloth for cleaning control
panel. Some cleaning product sprays may harm
control panel finish or may damage interior of hood.
• Wipe washer cabinet as needed. If detergent,
bleach, or other washing products are spilled on
cabinet, wipe immediately. Some products will cause
permanent damage if spilled on cabinet.
• Top of washer should not be used for removing
garment stains. Some stain removers, such as rust
remover, may damage cabinet finish.
• Do not use scouring pads or abrasive cleansers.
• Do not lay sharp or rough objects on or against
washer. Finish could be damaged.
• Remove pins, buckles, or other sharp objects from
clothes to prevent scratching interior parts.
• Leave lid open after use to allow inside of washer to
dry, and to help prevent musty odors from
developing.
• Do not allow small children to play on or around
washer.
• Do not move washer without reinstalling
shipping brace (Part #38039) and shipping plug
(Part #38149). See instructions below for
reinstallation procedures.
RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–12

Before Calling Service
You may save time and money by checking items below before calling for service. List includes common concerns
that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials. If your question is not explained below, contact Amana
Consumer Affairs Department at 800-843-0304.

NOISE
“Clunking” or gear Normal mechanical sounds in Normal operation.
sounds commercial-quality washer
Rattling and clanking Loose objects, such as coins or pins, in Stop washer and check tub. Remove loose objects.
noise tub or pump If noise continues after washer is restarted, objects
may be in pump: call your authorized servicer.
Belt buckles, metal fasteners hitting Close zippers, buttons, and fasteners. Clothing with
wash tub buckles must be turned inside out.
Squealing sound or hot Overloaded wash tub Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce
rubber odor size of load. See Washing Guide for proper load
level information.
Thumping sound Heavy wash loads; unbalanced loads Usually normal, but unbalanced loads should be
redistributed. Stop washer and rearrange load.
Vibrating noise Washer not resting firmly on floor Make sure floor is strong enough for washer. Adjust
leveling legs so washer rests firmly on floor. See
Installation Instructions for leveling details.
Wash load distributed unevenly in tub Stop washer and rearrange load.
Shipping plug not removed during See Installation Instructions for details on removing
installation shipping plug.
Spray/whistling noise Spray rinse Normal operation. W asher sprays water inside tub
while running at high speed during rinse and spin.
OPERATION
Washer does not start Electrical power cord may not be Make sure plug from power cord fits tightly into wall
plugged in, or connection may be loose outlet.
Fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Do NOT
power outage occurred increase fuse capacity. Call qualified electrician to
correct circuit overload problem. Call local utility
company to correct power outage.
Water supply faucets not turned on Turn on water supply faucets.
Timer knob/cycle selector set incorrectly Move indicator slightly clockwise. Pull out on timer
knob.
Motor overheated Internal overload protector automatically stops motor

in event of overload. Protector resets in
approximately 3 minutes and motor automatically
restarts. If overload protector stops motor again, quit
using washer and call service technician.
Do not overload washer. Largest dry load level
should not be higher than bottom of fabric softener
dispenser or top of agitator.
Washer won’t spin Lid partially open Close lid completely.
Residue left in tub Heavily soiled items Wipe tub with non-abrasive household cleaner and
rinse. Before washing, shake or brush excess dirt
and sand from items.
C–13 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Before Calling Service

WATER
Wash load too wet after Overloaded wash tub Do not overload washer. See Washing Guide for
spin details.
Unbalanced load Rearrange load to allow proper spin.
Kinked drain hose Straighten drain hose.
Water enters slowly or Inadequate main water supply Check water pressure at another faucet in house.
does not enter washer Wait for water supply and pressure to increase.
Water supply faucets partly closed Fully open hot and cold water supply faucets.
Water being used elsewhere in house Water pressure must be at least 20 psi (138 kPa).
Avoid running water elsewhere when washer is
filling.
Clogged water inlet filters Disconnect water fill hoses from faucet. Clean and
reposition screen filters. Reconnect water fill hoses.
Kinked water inlet hoses Straighten hoses.
Water level does not Incorrect water level/load size selection Select higher water level/load size. Add water by
cover clothes turning selector to RESET and back to larger load
size.
Overloaded wash tub Do not overload washer. Largest dry load level
should not be higher than bottom of fabric softener
dispenser or top of agitator.
Warm or hot water not Water heater temperature set too low; Use candy/meat thermometer to measure hot water
hot enough water heater too far from washer temperature at nearby faucet. Water temperature
should be at least 140°F (60°C). Adjust water heater
as necessary.
Hot water being used elsewhere in Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during
house washer use, or there may not be enough hot water
for proper cleaning. If problem continues, enlarge
capacity of hot water system, or use for only one
application at a time.
Water drains slowly or Drain hose kinked or clogged Clean and straighten drain hose.
does not drain
Water leaks Loose fill hose connections Check and tighten all hose/faucet connections.
Install rubber sealing washers provided.
Clogged drain pipes Unclog drain pipes. Call plumber if necessary.
Changed water levels during fill Always use RESET on water level switch when
changing water level. Do not hold switch at RESET;
return switch to desired load size.
Oversudsing Use less detergent.
Incorrect wash and rinse Hot and cold water hoses connected to Check hose connections. Connect hot water hose to
temperatures wrong supply faucets hot water faucet; connect cold water hose to cold
water faucet.
Water enters washer, but Incorrect standpipe height for drain Recommended standpipe height is 36” (91.44 cm);
tub does not fill hose for low standpipes, install Siphon Break Kit (part
#562P3). See Installation Instructions for details.
RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–14

Cold Storage and Non-Use Periods
Cold Weather Care Vacations and Extended Non-Use
If washer is delivered when outside temperature is IMPORTANT: To avoid possible property damage
below freezing, or if washer is stored in unheated room from flooding, turn off water supply to washer
or area during cold months, do not operate until during extended periods of non-use.
washer has warmed to room temperature. Do not
install or operate washer where temperatures will To prevent mold or mildew, leave lid open so
drop below freezing. moisture inside machine can evaporate.
Cold Weather Storage When closing your home for extended periods,
If washer must be stored in seasonal home or storage have service technician drain washer to avoid
building, use one of the following storage methods. stagnant water. Unplug cord from electrical outlet.
Disconnect hoses from faucets.
METHOD 1
1. Turn off water supply faucets and disconnect
hoses. Drain water from both hoses.
2. Add one gallon of non-toxic RV antifreeze
(available from hardware or recreational vehicle
dealers) to washer tub.
3. Push in cycle selector knob and turn to SPIN.
4. Pull knob out and let washer spin for 1–2 minutes
to drain water. Some antifreeze will also be lost.
(If you have a septic system, contact antifreeze
manufacturer and make sure it will not harm
system.)
5. Push in cycle selector knob to stop washer. Dry
inner wash tub, disconnect electrical plug, and
close washer lid. If moving washer, disconnect
drain hose. Move and store washer ONLY in
upright position.
To remove antifreeze after storage, run washer through
a complete cycle using ½ cup of detergent. DO NOT
ADD CLOTHES TO CYCLE.
METHOD 2
1. Push in cycle selector knob and turn to SPIN. Run
through complete spin cycle to remove excess
water.
2. When spin cycle is complete, push in cycle
selector knob to stop washer.
3. Turn off water supply faucets and disconnect
hoses. Drain water from both hoses.
4. Dry inner wash tub, disconnect electrical plug, and
close washer lid. If moving washer, disconnect
drain hose. Move and store washer ONLY in
upright position.
5. It is normal for some water to remain inside pump.
To prevent damage to washer and pump if
remaining water freezes, allow washer to warm to
24 to 48 hours after removing from storage, so
water can thaw before use.
C–15 RS3100007 Rev. 0

Warranty
Home Laundry Automatic Washer Product

Full Two Year Warranty
Five Year Full Warranty on Transmission
Limited Five Year Warranty on Cabinet
Limited Ten Year Warranty on Transmission
Limited Twenty Year Warranty on Stainless Steel Inner Wash Tub
Warranty Provides For:

FIRST TWO YEARS Amana Appliances will repair or replace any defective part free of charge.
THIRD THROUGH FIFTH YEARS Amana Appliances will replace any defective transmission assembly free
of charge.
THIRD THROUGH FIFTH YEARS Amana Appliances will provide a free replacement part only, f.o.b.
Amana, Iowa for any cabinet which proves defective from rust.
SIXTH THROUGH TENTH YEARS Amana Appliances will provide a free replacement part only, f.o.b.
Amana, Iowa, for any defective transmission assembly.
THIRD THROUGH TWENTIETH YEAR Amana Appliances will provide a free replacement part only, f.o.b.
Amana, Iowa for any defective stainless steel inner wash tub.
WARRANTY LIMITATIONS Owner’s Responsibilities
• Warranty begins at date of original purchase. • Provide proof of purchase (sales receipt).
• Applies only to product used within the United • Normal care and maintenance
States or in Canada. • Having the product reasonably accessible for
• Products used on a commercial, rental, or leased service.
basis are not covered by this warranty. • Pay for service calls related to product installation
• Service must be performed by an authorized or usage instructions.
Amana service. • Pay for premium service costs, over normal
• Adjustments covered during the first year only. service charges, if servicer is requested to
perform service outside servicer’s normal
WARRANTY IS VOID IF: business hours.
• Serial plate is defaced IN NO EVENT SHALL AMANA BE LIABLE FOR
• Product has defect or damage due to product INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES*
alteration, connection to an improper electrical
supply, shipping and handling, accident, fire,
floods, lightning or other conditions beyond the
control of Amana.
• Product is improperly installed or applied.
*This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have others which vary from state to state. For
example, some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this
exclusion may not apply to you.
For warranty service, contact an authorized Amana servicer. Should you have a service problem that is not
resolved locally,
Write: Amana Appliances
2800 - 220th Trail
Amana, IA 52204-0001
Or phone in USA: 1-800-843-0304
If outside USA, call: 319-622-5511
RS3100007 Rev. 0 C–16

Fast Track for Installing Washer
See manual for details
1 Move washer to 5 Position and level washer
final installation
area
Remove shipping
brace and
shipping plug
2 Push rubber washer into end of

fill hose
Connect water fill hoses to

washer
6 Connect power cord

OT to electricity
H
LD
CO
3 Connect
water fill
hoses to
faucets
7 Before first use to wash clothes,
add water and detergent to tub
HOT
COLD
Pull out timer knob to start

Run through one wash cycle and
4 Secure drain hose to drain check for leaks
PULL
Part No. 40068301 ©1999 Amana Appliances

Printed in USA 6/99 www.amana.com Amana, Iowa 52204
C–17 RS3100007 Rev. 0


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Important Notices for Consumers and Servicers

CONSUMER AFFAIRS DEPT. OR 1-319-622-5511 or (1-800-843-0304)

If outside the United States contact:

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels

Illustration Component Test Procedure Results

Temperature switch Disconnect wires from component to

Hot / Cold L1-2 >1 Ω

Reg / Fast L1-C, L2-C >1 Ω

Illustration Component Test Procedure Results

Motor Three types of motors See following section “Internal Motor

Brake pad If washtub does not stop spinning

There are two different types of

4. Water fill does not stop at proper level.

5. Timer does not advance.

6. Motor does not operate.

10. Slow spin or no spin.

11. Constant spin.

13. Washer locks-up or binding.

14. Outer tub does not empty.

15. Excessive vibration.

16. Water leaking from outer tub.

NOTE: When reference is made to directions (right or Electronic Control

NOTE: See appropriate wiring diagram when rewiring

Securing Plastic tab

Typical Control Panel Assembly

Pressure Switch Loading Door

NOTE: Hooks must be positioned 180° from each other,

5. Clean all foreign material from seal mounting area of

7. Apply a small amount of supplied grease,

Installing Drive Bell

NOTE: When fully seated plug should not extend above

Service Access Panel Brace

NOTE: Top edge of front panel is held in place by two

6. Remove bolts securing motor and mounting bracket

4. Align pump impeller hub with motor shaft. Verify belt

Motor Disassembly NOTE: Lay motor on its side. Observe belt

Transmission Assembly Upper Bearing Assembly

NOTE: When replacing or reinstalling transmission

A–1 RS3100007 Rev. 0

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1 MOVE WASHER NOTE: Save shipping plug and

until snug, then another ¼ turn with

RS3100007 Rev. 0 A–2

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5 POSITION AND LEVEL

Position washer in final location on clean, dry, firm, and Lock

Check that washer is level front-to-back and side-to-side.

RS3100007 Rev. 0 A–4

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Remove and store

You'll Need a Few Things Before You Begin

Screwdriver 2 water fill 4 rubber leveling

A–5 RS3100007 Rev. 0

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About Ground Wires

Save These is properly grounded.