Congratulations!
YouAreNow Partof theSignatureFamily.
Welcome to fire Sig_mture tamily. We're
proud of our quality products and we me
commilmd to providing dependable se_,ice.
You'll see it in tiffs easy-to-use O_mer's
Manual and you'll hear it in fl_e flJendly
voices of our CUStolner seI_,ice department.
Best of all, you'll experience these values
each time you use your washer. That's
importanl, because your new washer _11 be
part of your t_unily for many years. And we
hope you _411be part of ours fbr a long time
t(J colne.
Weflmnkyou tbr bwing Signature. We
appreciate your purchase, and hope you will
continue to relyon us whenever you need
quality appliances fbryour home.
important!
Staple sales slipor cancelled
check here.
Proof of the original purchase date
isneeded to obtain service under
the warranty.
Write the modeland serial
numbershere.
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Youcan find them behind the top edge
of the control panel.
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Signature& You,
A Service Partnership.
Ask any Signature appliance owner and
they will tell you we stand behind our
products with unmatched quality service.
However, did you know that most questions
result from simple problems that you can
easily fixyourseff injust a few minutes?
This Owner's Manual can tellyou how.
ReadthisManual
Inside you _dll find many
helpflll hinls on how lo use and
mainlain your washer properly.
Just a little preventive care on
your part can save you a greal
deal of time and money over
the life of)_)ur washer.
ReviewtheSectionon
TroubleshootingTips
You'll find many answers 1o
common problems here.
If you review our charl of
Troubleshooting Tips firsl,
you m W nol need 1ocall fbr
sel_ice al all.
If YouNeedService
If you do need sewice, you can
relax knoxdng help is only a
phone call away. For location
of nearesl Product Sel_-ice
Cenler, if purchased flom a
Monlgome U Ward sIore, call
8004)050505, ir purchased
tiom a Lechmere store, call
oo ---
800-7aa-4666.
Safety Information ....... 4- 7
OperatingInstructions
ControlPanel ............. 8
ControlSettings............. 8
LoadingandUsing
the Washer .............. 8,9
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You
gall ForService ........ 10-13
CustomerService
ServiceNationwide ........ 14
Warranty ................ 15
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
A WARNING!
Foryour safety, the information in this manual must be
followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric
shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or
loss of life.
WATERt-lEATERSAFETY
Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced
in a water heater that has not been used for two weeks
or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these
circumstances.
If the hot waler has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent
the possibility of damage or injm 7 by mining on all hot wa/er
taucets and allotting them to Pan fin" several ininums. Do fl_is
betbre using aW elecnical appliance which is connecled lo lhe
hot wamr sysmm. This simple procedure _dll allow aW buihmp
hydrogen gas ul)escape. Since ll_egas is flammable, do nol smoke
or use an open flame or appliance dining lifts process.
PROPERINSTALLATION
This washer must be properly installed and located in
accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is
used. Ifyou did not receive an Installation Instructions
sheet, you can receive one by contacting your local Product
Service Center.
Inslall or sit)re where it x_ll nol
be exposed to temperatures
below fleezing or exposed I1)
lhe wealher.
Properly ground washer 1o
conform xdlh all governing
codes and ordinances. Follow
delails in Inslallafion
Inslnlcfions.
YOURLAUNDRYAREA
Keep the area undemealh
and around your appliances
flee of combustible mamrials
such as linl, paper, rags,
chemicals, elc.
Close superxision is necessm T
if flaisappliance is used by or
near children. Do nol allow
children 1opl W on, x_dth,or
inside lhis or aW olher
appliance.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS.
READALLINFORMATIONBEFOREUSING.
A WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as
described in this Owner's Manual.
WHENUSINGTHEWASHER
Never reach into washer while
it is m(Mng. Wait until the
machine has complemly
slopped betbre opening
the lid.
Do not mix chlorine bleach
_dth mnmonia or acids such
asvinegar and/or n_sl
remover. Mixing diflerent
chemicals can produce a toxic
gas which may cause death.
Do not wash or dU articles
that have been cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or
spoued xdth combustible or
explosive substances (such
aswax, oil, paint, gasoline,
degreasers, &T-cleaning
solvenls, kerosene, cooking
oil, etc.) which m Wig_lile or
explode. Do not add flmse
substances R)tile wash water.
Do not use or place these
substances mound your
washer or duet during
operation.
Tile laun& T process can
reduce tile flame relardancy
of fabrics. To m:oid such a
resuh, carefully follow tile
garment manufacturer's
wash and care instnlcfions.
To minimize tile possibilily
ofelecuic shock, unplug fllis
appliance flom tile power
supply or disconnect tile
washer at the household
distribution panel by
removing tile fuse or
sxdlching off tile circuit
breaker before allempling
any mainmnance or cleaning.
NOTE:Turning dm Cycle
Selector knob to an off
position does NOTdisconnect
tile appliance flom tile
power supply.
Never allempt to operate fllis
appliance ifit isdmnaged,
malfunctioning, partially
disassembled, or has missing
or broken paris, including a
dmnaged cord or plug.
WHENNOTINUSE
Turn offwaler fmlcels 1o
relieve pressure on hoses and
valves and 1o minimize
leakage if a break or n_pmre
should occur. Check the
condition of tim fill hoses;
lhey m W need replacemenl
aher 5 }'ears.
Before discarding awasher,
or remoxing it flom sel_-ice,
remove the washer lid to
prevenl children flom
hiding inside.
Do not atlempt lo repair or
replace any pro1 of this
appliance unless specifically
recommended in lhis
()_mer's Manual, or in
published user-repair
inslrucfions fl_atyou
undersland and have lhe
skills 1ocan)- olll.
Do nol lamper xdlh conlrols.
REMEMBER...
Yourcontinued health and safety are important to us.
Please read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
We want you to remain a happy and healthy part of
our family.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
Aboutthe washer controlpanel
Youcan locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.
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warmwash
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ControlSettings
Wash Temperature
Push in dm Cycle knob and select the wash temperature. Ahvays
follow fl_et_tl)iJc manui_tcturer's care label or instructions when
laundering.
Loadingandusingthewasher.
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CareandCleaningof the Washer
WashBasket:Leave the lid open after washing lo allow moisture
to evaporale. If you wanl 1oclean lhe basket use a clean soft cloth
dampened xdth liquid detergent, then rinse. (Do nol use harsh or
gTilly cleaners.)
Fill Hoses: Hoses connecting washer to tauce! should be replaced
evelT 5 years.
LintFilter:It is sellRleaning, requires no maintenance, and is located
under the agitator.
Exterior:Immediately wipe off any spills. Wipe with damp clofl_.
TD_not to hit surtace uith shin1) objects.
Moving and Storage:Ask the se_Yicetechnician to remove water fl-om
drain pump and hoses. Do nol slore lhe washer where il _dll be
exposed to the weather.
LongVacations:Be sure water supply is shut off at taucets. Drain all
water ft-om hoses ifweather _dll be below fteezing.
Always follow fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
SortingWashLoads
Fabric Delicates EasyCare Stu(dyCottons
Lint LintProducers LintCollectors
ProperUseof Detergent
Always add detergent before adding cloflms so that tim detergent
can _x)rk effectively. Follow the detergent package directions.
IJsing u)o little demrgent is a common cause of laund U problems.
IJse more detergent ityou have hard water, large loads, greasy or
oily soils or lower water temperature.
Loadingthe Washer
Load dl)- items loosely, no higher than tim top row of holes in the
washer rob. To add imms after washer has started, push in Cycle
knob and submerge additional items next u) lhe agitator. Close
the lid and pull Cycle knob out to reslarl.
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Beforeyou call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages
first and you may not need to call for service.
Possible Causes What ToDo
Washerwon't operate Washer is unplugged
Water supply is turned off
Controls are not set
properly
Lid is open
Circuit breaker/fuse is
aJpped/blown
Make sure cord is plugged
securely into a working
outlet.
Water temperature
is incorrect
Control is not set properly
Water supply is turned off
or improperly connected
Water valve screens are
stopped up
Turn both hot and cold
faucets fully on.
Check controls and
make sure Cycle knob is
pulled out to 0Nposifion.
Close lid and pull C}xle
knob ()tat to ON position.
Check house circuit
breakers/fuses. Replace
fuses or reset breaker.
Washer should have
sepmate outlet.
Check water temperature
control and adjust.
Turn both hot and cold
fhucels full}-on and make
sure hoses are connected
to CO1TeCl _i4ucels.
House water heater is
not set properly
Turn off lhe water source
and remove tim water
connection hoses _l()in
the upper back of the
washer. Use a bn_sh or
toothpick to clean the
screens in the machine.
Reconnect the hoses and
turn the water back on.
Make sure house water
heater is delivering water
at 120°F.- 140°F.
(48°C.-60°C.).
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Water won't drain
Water leaks
Washer is noisy
PossibleCauses What ToDo
Drain hose is kinked or
improperly connected
Fill hoses or drain hose is
improperly connected
Household drain may
be clogged
Constant water pressure
to the fill hoses at the
water source
Washer is uneven
Straighten drain hose and
make sure washer is not
sitting on it.
Top of drain outlet should
be less than 8 ft. above
floor.
Make sure hose
connections are light at
faucets and make sure end
of drain hose is con-ectly
insermd in and secured to
drain facility.
Check household
plumbing. You may need
to call a plumber.
Tighten hoses at file
faucets and Into the water
off _ler each use.
Check condition of tile fill
hoses; rileym W need
replacement _ler 5}'ears.
Make sure washer is level
and finn to tile floor.
Washer load is
unbalanced
Push tile Cycle knob in lo
stop tile washer, open tile
lid and redisuibu/e lhe
load evenly. Close tile lid
and restart.
Washerpauses in cycle The washer normally pauses
between washing steps
Clothes too wet Incorrect cycle selected
Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Make sure the cycle
selected malches tile load
)xm are washing.
Check fabric softener
package for instnmtions
and follow directions for
using dispenser.
Prelreal stain and rewash.
Dye transfer Sort whims or lightly
colored items fiom dmk
colors.
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Beforeyou call for service...
Troubleshooting Tips
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Wrinkling
Possible Causes
Improper sorting
Overloading or
incorrect water level
Incorrect wash and
dry cycles
What ToDo
Avoid mixing heavy items
(like work clothes) with
light items (like blouses).
TU a thbfic softener.
Load your washer so
clothes have enough room
to move fleely.
Match Cycle selection to
the bi)e of fal)fic you are
washing (especially for easy
care loads).
Toomany suds
Snags, holes, tears, rips
or excessive wear
Repeated washing in
water that is too hot
Type of detergent
Very soft water
Pins, snaps, hooks, sharp
buttons, belt buckles,
zippers, and sharp objects
left in pockets
Undiluted chlorine bleach
Washin warm or cold water
xdth plentyof detergent.
S_._lch lo a lower sudsing
detergent brand and
follow instnmfions on
package.
Tly less detergent.
Fasten snaps, hooks,
buttons, and zippers.
Remove loose imms like
pins, objects in pockets
and shm]) buttons.
Turn knits (which snag
easily) inside out.
Check bleach package
instructions for proper
alnounl.
Never add undilu/ed
bleach lo wash or allow
clothes to come in conla(l
xdth undiluted bleach.
Chemicals like hair bleach Rinse items that may have
or dye, permanent wave chemicals on them before
solution washing.
Pilling
PossibleCauses
Result of normal wear on
poly-cotton blends and
fuzzy fabrics
What ToDo
While tiffs is not caused
by the washer, }xm can
slow the pilling process
bywashing garments
inside oul.
Grayed oryellowed
clothes
Not enough detergent (Jse more detergent
(especially _dlh larger
loads).
Hard water Use a waler conditioner
like Calgon brand or install
a water softener.
Water is not hot enough Make sure water heater is
delivering water at
120 °F.- 140 °F.
(48°C.-60°C.).
Washer is overloaded Do not overload the rob.
Detergent is not Add detergent aswash
dissolving basket fills x_lh wamr
before you load clothes.
Dye transfer
Lint orresidue on clothes
Incorrect sorting
Sort clothes by color. If
fal)fic label states wash
separately,,unstable dyes
may be indicated.
Separam lint:producers
from lint collectors.
Washing too long
Wash small loads ff)r a
shorter time than larger
loads.
Detergent not dissolving
Overloading
Add demrgent aswash
basket fillsx_fl_wamr,
before }xmload clothes.
TU a liquid demrgent.
IJsewanner water
temperature.
Ixmd clothes no higher
than the top row of boles
in the washer tub.
Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Check fabric softener
package fbr inslnmfions
and follow directions for
using dispenser.
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Service Nationwide
The merchandise you have purchased flom us has been careflllly engineered and
manufactured and should give you salisfhclo_)"and dependable operation. However,
like all mechanical merchandise, it m Woccasionally require a(!jusunent,
replacement paris or maintenance. Should you ever need mchnical assistance or
parts, please contact or _Tile your nearest company Store or Product Service Center.
Provide theFollowing:
Model, serial number and all of the
{{:{_other data shoxm on the model
plate.
{a__he dale and the company_ store
flom which you purchased your
merchandise.
!_Slate 1)rieflythe trouble you are
========::==="hax_ng.
Replacement parts _dll be made
availal)le at cmTent prices. If
requesmd, prices xdll be quoted in
advance when not listed.
If you order parts 1)ymail, you xdll pay
the transportation charges from the
shipping point.
When you need areplacement part
or accesso D"for a major appliance,
home elecuonic item or lax_ and
garden product flint is not under
wananly or covered 1)ya service
contract, call our Paris Sales Center
Toll Free 1-800-323-1965.
For se_,ice during the wananty period or beyond contact aW of our Product Se_,ice
Centers or any of our st,)res. For location of nemest Product Se_,ice Center if
purchased tiom a Montgome_ TWard s/ore call Toll Free 1- 800-9054)505. If
purchased tiom a Lechmere store call Toll Free 1-800-733-4666.
Now, you can enjoy an additional lwelve months' promcfion after your original
warranty expires. For just pennies a d W,you are glmranteed unlimited parts and
labor for a full year. Call or write your nearest company store for complete
infbnnafion. No obligation, of course.
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Signature Washer Warranty
We Will Replace, At No Charge ToYou:
One Year Anypatt of the washer which fails due lo a defeci in
From the date of the materials or workmanship. During lhis full one-year
original purchase warranty, we _4II also provide, free of charge, all labor
and in-home sevvice to replace tim defocfive pal.
Five Years The transmission, if it should f_til due/o a def(ct in
From the date of the ma/efials or workmanship. During/his five-year limited
originalpurchase warranty, you will be responsible fin any labor ovin-
home service costs.
TwentyYeats
Fromthe dateof the
originalpurchase
Thewasherbaske{ifit should fhil due to adefect in
materials or workmanship. During this twenty-year
limited warranty, you will be responsible for any labor
or in-home service costs.
Service _rips to your home to teach you
how to use the product.
: Improper installation.
Failure of the product if it is
abused, misused, or used for other
than the intended purpose or used
commercially.
Replacement of house fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
Damage to the product caused by
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage to
personal property caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
Thiswarranty is extendedto the originalpumhaserand anysucceeding owner for productspurchased
for home use within the USA,InAlaska, the warranty excludesthecost of s#ippingof service calls to
your home,
Some statesdo not allow theexclusion of limitation of incidental of consequential damages,This
WarTantygivesyou spedfic legal rights, andyou may alsohave other rights which varyfrom state to
state, Toknow what yourlegal rfqhtsare, consultyour local of state consumeraffairs office oryour
state_ Attorney (;eneral,
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