Asko W600 Service Manual - Page 8

MOTOR OPERATIONS AND THE GLASS DOOR If the out-of-balance is still too great in the final (tenth) attempt, the program will continue without spin drying. Selected spin speed 600-900 rpm (long and short) A maximum of ten restarts at limit value 3 are made to try to reach the selected spin drying speed. If the out-of-balance is still too great in the final (tenth) attempt, the program will continue without spin drying. This is indicated on the display after the program has finished. Should clothes or other items come out of the washer not spun properly, check the following: Size of load. It's hard to balance loads if only one item or a few small items are in the drum. Throw rugs are also hard to balance. Mixing different materials, such as lightweight permanent press items with terry cloth, towels, or denim jeans. Restart point after interrupted start attempt If a start has been interrupted due to excessive outof-balance, the motor runs for one cycle counterclockwise, and then another attempt is made. DRAIN PUMP OPERATION During long spin dry The drain pump runs continuously for the first 6 minutes and then 50 seconds off, 10 seconds on, 50 seconds off, and so on for the remainder of the respective cycle. If a restart takes place due to excessive out-of-balance, the drain pump operating time is reset to zero. During short spin dry The drain pump runs continuously for the whole cycle. OPENING THE GLASS DOOR To open the glass door on an ASKO washer, the power must be on and you must press the Door Open button ( ). There will be a few seconds delay before the door opens. W600 and W620: On these models the Program Control knob must be at the end of a program (at the 12:00 or zero position) to open the glass door. If you need to stop or interrupt a program after you start the machine, turn the Program Control knob to 10 (Drain). Any water in the machine will be pumped out and you can then press the Door Open button ( ) to open the door. To restart the washer, close the door and turn the controls to the desired settings. W640 and W660: On these models, if you need to open the glass door during a wash or rinse cycle, press and hold the Door Open button ( ) for three seconds. The machine will stop and automatically drain enough water so the door can be opened safely. The program will resume when you close the door. The inlet valve will come on to ensure the proper water level. In case of mechanical failure, you can use the Emergency Door Opener located by the drain pump. (See page 10.) To use the Emergency Door Opener, remove the screw holding the cord handle (loop) and pull the cord down. 8