User Manual hOmeLabs HME030238N 0.9 Cu. Ft. Portable Washing Machine

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Table of contents

• INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
• OPERATION
• CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
• TROUBLESHOOTING
• FABRIC CARE CHART

USER MANUAL Washing Machine

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Parts Description

Key Dimensions and Specifications

INSTALL YOUR WASHER

WARNING: Before installing, make sure there are rubber gaskets inside the fittings at both ends of the water supply hoses. If there are no water inlet hoses packed with the washer or if the hoses are damaged, Call hOme Service Center at 1-(800)-898-3002. Installing the water supply hoses without rubber gaskets can cause water leakage. When it's the first time you install the washer, be sure to use new hoses. If a hose is too short, replace the hose with a longer, high pressure hose.

Step 1: Move your washer to the selected location

Tilt the washer back onto its rear rollers and push it forward as shown in the figure below. Move the unit to a location as described in the previous sections.

WARNING: Make sure the location has a hard, level surface without carpeting. There should be no direct sunlight. Do not expose the washer to freezing temperatures (under 32°F).

Step 2: Install the Bottom Cover

Slide the bottom cover into the slots on bottom surface of the unit as in the following figure, and fix it with one screw attached with the washer.

Step 3: Connect the water hose

1. The Quick Connection Adaptor is primarily for quick connection to a single faucet, such as a typical kitchen sink. In cases where the washer is stored in a different place than where it is used, skip this step if you are connecting the washer to a sink with separate hot and cold faucets. The adaptor consists of two parts that quickly connect or disconnect. One part, the faucet fitting, is for connection to the faucet and the other part, the hose fitting, connects to the cold water hose of the washer.

- Pull back on the white ring to free the faucet fitting from the adaptor for installation into the faucet.

- Screw the end of the cold water hose onto the base of the hose fitting.

- If the faucet has internal screw threads, unscrew the aerator if present from the tip of the faucet. Then screw the faucet fitting into the faucet. Make sure that the black rubber gasket is on the top of the adaptor before screwing it in.

- If the faucet has external screw threads, remove the gasket from the top of the faucet fitting, and screw the fitting over the external threads.

- Pull back on the white ring to connect the two parts of the adaptor back together

2. Connect the ends of the water supply hoses to the faucets. For convenience, use the Quick Connection Adapter for connection to the cold water faucet. See instructions for Quick Connection Adaptor use in previous sections.

3. Tighten the fittings by hand until they are snug, and then tighten them an additional two-thirds of a turn with a wrench.

4. Place the unconnected ends of the hoses into a bucket and open the faucets connected to the two water supply hoses for 10 or 15 seconds to remove any substances from the hoses. Close the faucets before continuing.

5. Connect the ends of the water supply to the water supply intake connections at the top of the washer. WARNING: The water hose connected to the COLD faucet must be connected to the cold water supply intake.

6. Tighten the fittings by hand until they are snug, and then tighten them an additional two-thirds of a turn with a wrench. WARNING: Ensure that the water supply hoses are not twisted or bent. If the hoses are twisted or bent, the hoses can leak and cause electric shock due to the water leakage.To ensure the correct water usage, connect to the COLD water faucet.

7. Turn on the COLD water supplies and check all the water supply intake connections and the faucets for water leaks.

Step 4: Connect the drain hose

Position the other end of the drain hose. It can be positioned in three ways. A. Over the edge of a wash basin Secure the guide to the side of the basin wall with a hook or to the tap with a piece of string to prevent the drain hose from moving. B. In a stand pipe The stand pipe must be no shorter than 32 inch and no longer than 39 inch. C. In a laundry tub The laundry tub must be no shorter than 32 inch and no higher than 39 inch. IMPORTANT: Lower drain hose will lead to water leakage and no washing function.

Step 5: Level your washer

See if the washer is leveled by checking the position of the tub or using a leveling gauge. 1. Slide the washer into position. 2. Open the lid of the washer, and pour the water into the tub to just below the pulsator level. 3. If the washer is leveled, the pulsator is positioned at the center of the washer as shown in the figure. If not, level your washer by turning the front leveling feet clockwise or counterclockwise as necessary. NOTE: There is ONLY ONE adjustable leg on this washer.

Step 6: Power on your washer

Plug the power cord into a 3-prong, well grounded 120V 60Hz approved electrical outlet protected by a 15-amp fuse or comparable circuit breaker. Your washer is grounded through the third prong of the power cord when plugged into a 3-prong grounded electrical outlet.

Step 7: Run a test cycle

Run a test cycle as follows to check if your washer is properly installed.

1. Load about 3.5 pounds of laundry into the tub.
2. Press the ON/OFF button to turn on your washer.
3. Select the Rinse+Spin cycle.
4. Press the Start/Pause button to start the test cycle.
5. The washer should not rock or vibrate excessively when water is supplied, washing or spinning, and should drain well during the spin cycle.

WARNING: If there is a water leak while filling or draining, check the water connections. If the washer rocks and vibrates excessively, level your washer again.

Step 8: Store your washer

If you want to store your washer in another location, unplug it, drain any remaining water from the drain pipe and hook the pipe onto the back of the washer.

Disconnect the water inlet hoses from the faucets and move the washer to a new location.

OPERATION

Control Panel

1 Program

Press this button to select your desired washing program: Heavy (light), Gentle (light), Normal (light), Rapid (light) and Soak (light).

2 Load Size

Press this button to set your washing load size. Your setting will decide the water level throughout all steps.

3 Wash

Press the button to select the washing time.

4 Digital display

The digital display will show and count down the estimated minutes for the wash cycle selected.

5 Rinse

Press the button to select the times of rinse.

6 Spin

Press the button to select the time of spin.

7 START/PAUSE

Press the START/PAUSE button once to the start the wash cycle. Press the button during operation to pause the cycle. Press again to continue the cycle.

8 ON/OFF

Press the button once to turn ON the power. Press again to turn OFF. Washing a load of laundry

Step 1: Power on your washer

Press the ON/OFF button to power on.

Step 2: Load your washer

WARNING: Before loading your laundry, be sure to take out coins, keys and other hard objects, and close all zippers to prevent the clothes from damage. Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, color and load size as needed. Refer to the Fabric Care Chart. Fill the tub with dry, unfolded clothes, but DO NOT OVERLOAD the tub. Load the tub no more than 3/4 full. To ensure good cleaning results do not overload the tub, especially when washing heavily soiled loads. Never load the tub more than 3/4 full.

WARNING: Overloading may reduce washing efficiency, cause excess wear, and possibly cause creasing or wrinkling of items in the load.

Note: To add a forgotten item:

1. Press the START/PAUSE button to pause the washer
2. Wait for the tub to stop running. Then open the lid.
3. Add the items, close the lid, and then press the START/PAUSE button. The cycle will resume.

Step 3: Add detergent

This washer is designed for high efficiency (HE) powder detergent only. Add the recommended amount of detergent directly into the tub before starting your washer. The normal amount of detergent to use is 1/4 to 1/2 of the maximum amount recommended by the detergent manufacturer. Always reduce the amount of detergent if the load is small or light, or if your water is very soft. Never use more than the maximum amount recommended by the detergent manufacturer. WARNING: Never pour any liquid bleach directly onto the load. It can cause fabric damage, such as weakening of cloth fibers or color loss.

Step 4: Select your desired cycle and options

1. Select your desired washing program. 2. Select the water level based on a High, Medium or Low. Press the Load Size button to change the water level setting (3-Large, 2-Medium, 1-Small) 3. Select any combination among WASH, RINSE and SPIN modes according to the dirty degree. Refer to the detailed operation methods as following: Continuously press the washing button to select washing time.(1~15 minutes, or no wash process) Continuously press the rinse button to select rinse times.(1~3 times, or no rinse process) Continuously press the spin button to select the spin time.(1~9 minutes or no spin process)

Step 5: Start the cycle

Press the START/PAUSE button to start the washing cycle. When the washing cycle begins, the Estimated Time in minutes for the cycle to complete will show and count down in the digital display. WARNING: When the washer is running, you should pause the program and wait for it to stop completely before you open the lid.

Cycle Guide

Energy efficiency test program:

"Normal" program is the most suitable program to wash normally soiled cotton or linen clothes and is the most efficient program in terms of combined energy and water consumption for washing that type of laundry.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Turn off the water faucets after washing is completed. This will shut off the water supply to your washer and prevent the possibility of damage from leaking water.

Leave the lid open to allow the inside of your washer to dry out.

Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent, bleach or other pills as they occur.

Control Panel: Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or pads. Do not spray cleaners directly onto the panel.

Interior of your washer : Clean periodically to remove any dirt, soil, odor, mold, mildew, or bacterial residue that may remain in your washer as a result of washing clothes. Use cleaners labeled “Washer safe”.

Tub: Run an Rapid cycle with some bleach every month to clean the tub. This will also help to remove mold which may occur inside the washer.

Lint filter: There is a built-in Lint filter in your washer. It can help to collect lint during washing cycle.

It is suggested to clean the lint filter every 10 cycles.

Take it out and clean the filter with water. Then place it back into the washer.

Pump filter: There is a built-in Pump filter in your washer. It can help to protect the pump during washing cycle.

It is suggested to clean the Pump filter once every month.

Take it out and clean the filter with water. Then place it back into the washer.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Your washing machine is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If your washer does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service.

FABRIC CARE CHART

The following symbols provide garment care direction. The clothing care labels include symbols for washing, bleaching, drying and ironing, or dry cleaning when necessary. The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items. Follow care label directions to maximize garment life and reduce laundering problems.

The number of dots represent appropriate wash water temperatures for various items. The temperature range for Hot is 105°-125°F/41°-52°C, for Warm 85°-105°F/29°-41°C and for Cold 60°-85°F/16°-29°C. (Water temperature must be at least 60°F/16°C for detergent activation and effective cleaning.)