OPL Washer Operating Instructions

Starting the Washer

Step 1: Load the clothes in the cylinder and close door handle and turn to latch the door. Check to insure that clothes do not get caught between the door gasket and the tub front.

NOTE:  To close the door the handle must be in the horizontal position .  After moving the door to the closed position, the handle must be turned down to the vertical position to latch the door for machine operation.

Step 2: Make the appropriate cycle selection for the wash load by pushing the up and down arrows on the touch pad. Preprogrammed Cycles 1,2,3,4,5, or 6. Each cycle is completely programmable and for instructions see next section in this manual.

Step 3: To manually add wash compounds, pour low-sudsing powdered detergent into the detergent dispenser on top of the machine or on the 75 lb. the front. Rinse conditioners may also be added to the dispenser.  The correct location of each is shown on the dispenser lid.

Step 4: To manually add bleach in Rinse, pour bleach in opening. Bleach light will come on during the wash bath only (location shown on dispenser lid) in top or front of washer.

Step 5: To start the washer, push the green Start button.

Step 6: To pause for an extended soak, push the red Stop button for 1 second. To continue the cycle, push the green Start button.

Step 7: To stop and clear the wash cycle, hold the red Stop button for 8 to 10 seconds.

Step 8: If automatic chemical injection systems are being used, make sure that chemical hoses are inserted correctly in the injection port located at rear corner at red cover. Hoses must be inserted long enough to reach down to water trap.

Safety Door Lock
If power is interrupted the Safety Door Lock delays opening the door until it is safe to do so. If power failure occurs or if power is interrupted during maintenance, it will be necessary to wait 2 to 3 minutes before the door can be opened.

End of Cycle
When the cycle is completed, the washer will stop, the End of Cycle Light will come on, the Buzzer sounds and the loading door will unlock. It can be opened by turning the door handle to the indicated position and pulling. Leave the clothes door open when the machine is not in use helps to eliminate odors that might build up during the wash process.