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Operating Instructions Washing Machine Save these instructions for future reference Dear ASKO Customer, Thank you for choosing this quality product from Scandinavia, which was made in Sweden. We want you to feel assured that the inside of your new machine is just as good as the outside and that the - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 2
protection Packing material Washer door Checking water hardness Important safety instructions Grounding instructions Installation Overflow guard function Transport/Winter storage Disposal Child safety Keep an eye on children! Child-safe Start Parts of the washing machine Detergent compartment Front - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 3
installation 25 Built-in installation 25 Reversing the door 25 Follow these instructions: 25 Service and guarantee 26 Warranty 26 How to contact the ASKO 26 Appliances Inc. 27 Quick guide 27 Washing 27 Load the laundry 27 Detergent compartment Select the program 28 Program - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 4
Before using your machine for the first time Do you need this Use&Care Guide in spanish? Log onto www. Washer door • The washer door cannot be opened until the machine is connected to the electricity supply. • To open the door manually, see the "The door will not open" section in the "Troubleshooting - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 5
any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-repair instructions or in published user-repair instructions that not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine or combination washer-dryer, turn on all water faucets and let the water - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 6
. This does not affect quality or damage the machine. Disposal When the machine has reached the end of its service life and is to be disposed of, it should immediately be made unusable by removing the door to the washing compartment. Contact your local authorities for information about where your - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 7
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Child-safe Start You can activate the Child-safe Start option to prevent children from starting the machine. You can deactivate the Child-safe Start option by pressing the Start/Stop and Door Opening (key symbol) buttons at the same time. The Child - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 8
Parts of the washing machine 1. Main power switch 2. Detergent compartment 3. Program panel 4. Serial tag and rating plate (on the inside of the glass door) 5. Hatch for drain pump 6. Drain pump (behind hatch) 7. Emergency opening tool (behind hatch) 8. Washer door 8 Customer Care Center 1-800- - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 9
Detergent compartment 1. Pre Wash 2. Main Wash 1 4 3. Main wash liquid detergent. 4. Fabric softener 3 2 The detergent drawer automatically compartment unless you are using one of the Heavy wash programs which has a prewash cycle. Customer Care Center 9 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 10
Front panel 12 3 45 1 Main power switch 2 Program selector 3 Display window 4 Start/Stop 5 Door opening 10 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 11
! Laundry labels Look at the item's laundry label. The table below shows suitable wash programs for different materials and wash loads. Using modern washing machines and detergents, such as compact detergents, you can usually wash at lower temperatures. It is a good idea to use trial and error to - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 12
Advice and tips before washing Wash cycle Tumble dry cycle Wash water temperature Tumble dry heat setting Bleach instructions Dry clean symbol Special drying instructions Ironing instructions 12 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 13
a short spin by selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm or less. Note! Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet. Reducing allergic reactions The washing machine has a Super Rinse option. Use this for people with sensitive skin, such as those with allergies and small children. Save time and energy Use - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 14
, there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and discoloration of the machine. Detergents Laundry detergents are available in low-, normal- and high-sudsing don't use bleach in your ASKO washer. The tumbling wash action, temperature control options, extended wash times and proper amount of detergent - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 15
ASKO washers: • Fab • All • Tide HE • Amway SA8 • Fresh Start • Wisk HE We recommend that you do not use any powder detergent that doesn't wash unless you are using a wash program that has a prewash cycle. This could cause excess foaming, which could damage the machine. The amount of detergent - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 16
Recommended detergent amounts based on water hardness Detergent amounts Water hardness Pre Wash Main Wash Soft (0-3 grains per gal.) 1 teaspoon 1 to 1-1/2 tablespoons Medium (4-8 grains per gal.) 1 teaspoon 1 to 2 tablespoons Hard (9+ grains per gal.) 1 teaspoon 2 to 3 tablespoons - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 17
in a laundry net. Note! Empty pockets. Coins, nails, and the like can cause damage to the machine and fabrics. See the "Advice and Tips" section before washing. 2Turn on the main power switch. 3Open the washer door and load the laundry If the door is closed, press the Door Opening button (key symbol - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 18
instructions Fabric softener Pour the fabric softener into the compartment with the symbol. Follow the recommendations on the fabric softener packaging. Note! Do not fill above the compartment's maximum fill level. Otherwise fabric softener will be dispensed too early, which impairs the washing - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 19
soiled laundry. The temperature can be selected freely, so follow the washing instructions for each garment. Garments worn next to the skin ought to be washed at 140°F (60°C). The spin speed can be selected freely. The machine adapts the program time and water consumption to the load size. 6. Color - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 20
Operating instructions 9. Wool A gentle laundry program for wool, silk, and garments that should be washed by hand. The highest temperature is 86°F (30°C). The program has a short spin. to spin the load or drain the water from the machine. 20 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 21
Operating instructions Menu overview 1400 * 1200 1000 800 400 *Only applies to certain machines Super Rinse Normal Rinse Economy Rinse Delayed Start Clock End 10 12. Spin 13.Drain 14. Settings Pre Wash No No Yes No No No No No No No No Temp. Main Wash °F Normal number of rinses RPMs Long Long - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 22
instructions depending on the temperature of the water entering the machine and the size of the load. During the actual If the program time is longer than a previous wash with the same program, "1" will be displayed until close the washer door once you have removed the laundry. 22 Customer Care Center - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 23
by draining. No draining means that the program does not include a spin cycle and ends with the water from the final rinse still in the machine. The washing will remain covered by the water from the final rinse and therefore will not become wrinkled. 5. In order to remove the laundry from the - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 24
Level by pressing the program selector until the High Water Level symbol is highlighted. Note! The machine takes in the additional water for High Water Level about 15 minutes after the main wash has started. 2. You cannot choose this option with the Auto, Time, Wool, Delicate/Hand, Rinse, Drain - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 25
clothes have stains (blood, for example), we recommend using the presoak program. The laundry will be soaked in cold water for two hours before the wash program starts. This option cannot be used with the Wool/Hand and Time programs. 1. Turn the program selector until Presoak appears in the middle - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 26
more settings, turn the program selector counterclockwise to the program you want. Buzzer Volume You can choose to have the machine notify you when a program has finished or when a fault has occurred. 1. Turn the program selector until Buzzer Volume appears in the middle of the display. 2. Press the - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 27
Settings Automatic Door Opening The standard setting is for the washer door to open automatically when the program has finished. If for any reason you do not want the door to open automatically, you can program the machine so that the door only opens when you press the Door Opening button (key - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 28
Care and maintenance instructions Checking the filter and drain pump The washing machine has a filter, where coins, hairpins, and the like can get caught. To clean the filter and drain pump: 1. Make sure the machine is empty of water and that it is switched off at the main power switch. Cleaning - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 29
and maintenance instructions Rinse holes under the paddle If you think that an object, such as a nail or a paper clip, may have fallen through the wash drum, , empty a sachet of citric acid, approx. 20gram (1ounce), into the washer drum and run the Stain - Color program at 203°F (95°C). Repeat if - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 30
will not start 1. Is the washer door properly closed? Push it firmly. 2. Is there power? Check the house fuses. 3. Check that you have not selected Delayed Start. Stop the program if you want. If the machine's glass door does not open the next time a washing program finishes, call the Customer - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 31
. If the problem persists, contact the Customer Care Center at the number listed at the bottom of this page! Water intake error If the display indicates a Water inlet fault, check: Fault with water supply. Check: • that the tap on the water pipe is open. • that the filter in the machine's water - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 32
161 (172)lb (with outer door) Cylinder volume: 13.2gal (50l) Max. laundry capacity: 13lb (6kg) Spin speed (rpm) 400 - 2000 Rated power: See serial number tag tag and rating plate. Water pressure: 14-145 psi Wash drum and liquid compartment material: Stainless steel Outer casing material - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 33
plug for the holes for the device and also as a damper. • First remove the screws and the washers. • Then remove the rubber spacers. 2 1 Important! In order to prevent the machine from being damaged when transported, use the transport protection device, which locks the entire inner compartment in - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 34
machine is level to prevent excessive vibrations during spin cycles. Each foot of the washer is adjustable, so you can level the washer on any surface. Once it is level, securely tighten the lock nuts on the feet to prevent excessive vibration during spin cycles. Water supply connection Since ASKO - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 35
. Freestanding installation The washer can be placed next to the dryer. It is essential that the machine is leveled and the ASKO washers should never be stacked on a counter or a dryer. You can, however, stack an ASKO dryer on an ASKO washer. Refer to your Dryer Use and Care Guide for instructions - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 36
Installation instructions Built-in installation ASKO washers can be installed beneath a cabinet or worktop with a height of 34½" (876 mm). There must be a gap of about ½" (12 mm) all around the machine, including between the rear edge of the machine's top panel and the back wall. The opening width - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 37
Reversing the door 1. Hinge pins (top and bottom) 2. Cover washer 3. Plastic plugs (on the upper and lower edges) 4. Lock hook 5. Hinges (left + right side) 6. Toe kick Customer Care Center 37 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 38
right or the left. Follow these instructions: 1. Remove the Toe kick. 2. Unscrew the 2 screws on the hinges. 6. Move the plastic plugs on the upper and lower edges of the door. Use a flat screwdriver to remove the plugs. 3. Lift the door up and remove it. Support the door while doing this. 4. Remove - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 39
the washer, thoroughly check the unit for cosmetic damage. For residential installations only ASKO Appliances Inc. will pay for: Length of warranty Two-Year Full From date of purchase. ASKO replacement parts and/or repair labor to correct defect in materials or workmanship. Service must - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 40
with local electrical or plumbing codes. • Any shipping costs for parts during the limited warranty period. • Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the continental United States. • Pickup and delivery. ASKO washers are designed to be repaired in the home. In no event - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 41
Notes Customer Care Center 41 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 42
Notes 42 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 43
Notes Customer Care Center 43 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com - Asko W6903 | User manual Use & Care Guide Asko W6903 EN - Page 44
Quick guide 1Washing • Empty pockets and close zippers. • Read the item's laundry label. Stop button. 5Program finished • The text "END" on the display indicates that the wash program has finished. • The washer door opens automatically once the program has finished. • Remove the laundry. • Turn off
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Dear ASKO Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from Scandinavia,
which was made in Sweden.
We want you to feel assured that the inside of your new ma-
chine is just as good as the outside and that the ethics and
standards that went into the production of this machine are
just as high as the quality and performance that you will re-
ceive from it. We hope that this product will give you many
years of pleasure.
To ensure that you get the most out of your new machine, we
recommend that you read the operating instructions before
using the machine. The operating instructions also contain
information on how to avoid damaging the environment.
Operating Instructions
Washing Machine
Save these instructions for future reference
ASKO W6903