FRONT LOADING Washer EW 510 Owner’s Manual Colors: Platinum & White
TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty……………………………………………………………………………2-3 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………….4 Important Safety Instructions ………………………………………………………5 Picture of the Combo Washer ………………………………………………8 Installation ………………………………………………………………………….9 -11 Control Panel…………………………………………………………………… 12-13 Operating Instructions …………………………………………………………….14 Program Selection Chart ………………………………………………………….15 Stain removal Chart………………………………………………………… 16-17 Maintenance ……………………………………………………………………….
WARRANTY INFORMATION Your Equator® appliance is protected by this warranty under normal, personal, family or household use (1 Year), and limited commercial use (90 days) in the USA and Canada.
WARRANTY SERVICE This warranty is given by: Equator Corporation, Equator Plaza, 2801 W. Sam Houston Parkway N. Houston, TX 77043 -1611 Service under this warranty must be obtained by the following steps, in order: Call an Equator Corporation Authorized Service Agent (obtain number of nearest agent from your dealer or by calling Equator Service at 1-800-776-3538). Under normal circumstances, Service will be provided during regular business hours (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. weekdays).
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your new Equator Washer. In addition to its award winning design, this is a highly sophisticated engineered product that will give you many years of satisfaction. Here are some of the best reasons for buying your Equator Washer 1. Energy Savings This appliance is engineered to provide valuable energy savings when compared to other washers. 2. Maintenance Since the machine has a self-cleaning pump, this appliance needs no cleaning of lint after washing.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your safety and that of you children Your washing machine has been built in compliance with safety regulations, to protect you and all your family. WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. 2.
HELPFUL HINTS Your Washer features three different speeds during the wash cycle. During the Cotton cycle the drum spins at 1,000 or 400 rpm depending on how you set it. During Permanent Press the drum spins at 500 rpm. During delicates, the drum spins at 400 rpm. When washing heavy cotton articles such as bath towels or jeans, be sure the “Regular” washer setting is selected.
SAFETY The model number of this product may be found on the back of the unit; the serial number of the label affixed to the back of the unit. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PROFESSIONALS. You should note the model and serial numbers of this unit in the space provided.
PICTURE OF THE WASHER Control panel Spin Speed knob Washer knob Detergent dispenser Door Adjustable feet 8 Coin trap Washer Owner’s Manual
INSTALLATION UNPACKING, LEVELING, & POSITIONING Remove the packing and check that the washer dryer is u ndamaged. If you have any doubt, do not use the washer dryer and call Equator Customer Service. Keep all packing parts (plastic bag, foam rubber, screws, etc.) out of the reach of children since they could be dangerous. Important: The inside of the washer dryer consists of a free floating drum that is affixed with shipping bolts at the back of the cabinet (Fig.1) during transport.
GROUNDING This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a power cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
RECESSED, CLOSET AND ALCOVE INSTALLATION (Instructions) The machine may be installed in a recessed area, closet or alcove. The installation spacing is in inches and is the minimum acceptable. Additional spacing should be considered for easy installation, servicing and compliance with local codes and ordinances. Closet installation must be exhausted. Other installations must use the minimum dimension indicated. ? Additional clearances for wall, door and floor molding may be required.
CONTROL PANEL A B C D Washer knob Spin speed knob Detergent dispenser Power button E ½ load button F No spin button G Power indicator light D E C F G B A A Turn washer knob clock-wise, to choose wash cycle. B This permits the selection of your own desired spin speed. Set the correct spin speed based on the fabric being washed (400-1000 for Cottons, 300-500 Permanent Press).
C The detergent dispenser has 4 compartments, marked 1, 2, A, C. 1. Pre-wash detergent 2. Wash detergent A. Fabric softener (e.g. Downy®) C. Bleach (e.g. Clorox®) D Power button. Pressed in for ON Not pressed for OFF E 1/2 Load button. If you have half a load or a light load of clothes, press this button. F No spin button. For delicate clothing (wools, silks etc.) Press this button for the Delicate cycle and the washer performs only a wash and does not spin.
Warning — to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to person, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Make sure Washer is turned off. (Indicator light should be off). 2. Separate clothes into cottons, permanent press and delicates. 3. Close the Washer door. You will hear a click when it is correctly closed. 4. Add detergent to the center compartment of the dispenser (2). Use low -sudsing detergent – about 1 tablespoon.
PROGRAM SELECTION CHART Type of Fabric Cottons Program Description of load 1 - Prewash Heavy, soiled clothing 2 - Heavy Thick cottons (towels, jeans) Mixed cottons (t-shirts, jeans) 3 - Normal Permanent Press Delicates Features Prewash Cold water wash High spin Hot water wash High spin Warm water wash High spin Cold water wash High spin 4 - Fast Mixed cottons 5 - Super Cotton blends, light fabrics Warm water wash Medium spin 6 - Standard Cotton blends, light fabrics Cold water wash Medium
STAIN REMOVAL CHART Blood Rinse or soak fresh stain in cold water. Work detergent into any remaining stain. Rinse. If stain persists, put a few drops of ammonia on stain and repeat detergent treatment. Rinse. If necessary bleach. Candle Wax Scrape off excess. Place stain between clean white blotters or several layers of facial tissues. Press with warm iron. Sponge with cleaning fluid. If dye spot remains, bleach. Ketchup Scrape of excess. Soak in cold water 30 minutes. Pre-treat with a detergent paste.
Grease or Oil Perfume Scrape away excess. Rub detergent paste or a general purpose liquid household cleaner into stain, rinse with hot water. If stain remains, sponge thoroughly with a grease solvent. Dry. Repeat if necessary. To remove yellow stain, use a chlorine or oxygen bleach. Rinse in cold water. Rub undiluted liquid detergent or a detergent paste into stain. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach. Ink. Ball-point Same ball-point inks are set by water. First test a scrap of cloth.
UNDERSTANDING FABRIC CARE LABELS The symbols on labels of your garments will help you in choosing the suitable wash program, the right temperature, wash cycles, and ironing methods. Don’t forget to give a glance to these useful indications! WINTERIZING YOUR WASHER To winterize your washer please, follow the instructions below to avoid damage to your unit due to freezing: 1. With the unit off, remove wash filter. This will allow the water remaining in the pump and drain hose to be evacuated. Replace filter.
MAINTENANCE The Equator Washer has been designed to operate without complicated maintenance. Follow these simple maintenance procedures for good results: 1. Ensure that your machine was installed according to the correct installation procedures detailed in this Manual. 2. Do not u se solvents either to clean the machine or to wash clothes. 3. Keep the inside of the detergent dispenser clean; 4. The drain pump of this Washer is a self-cleaning pump.
TROUBLESHOOTING In most cases, when your washer fails to work, the problems arising can be easily solved without having to call for a technician. Before calling for assistance, always check these points.
COMPANY INFORMATION EQUATOR CONTACT NUMBERS SERVICE: (800) 776-3538 PARTS, ACCESSORIES & DETERGENT ORDERING: (888) 483-9627 TECHNICAL SUPPORT: (888) 935-1565 Equator Corporation Equator Plaza, 2801 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, Texas 77043-1611 Phone (800) 935-1955 • Fax (713) 464-2151 All rights reserved.
