8178153 l-70 whirlpool personal valet

CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICALEDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS L-70

JOB AIDPart No. 8178153

Models PVWN600 & PVBN600

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs madeon our products by anyone other than Authorized Service Technicians.

Copyright 2002, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

FORWARDThis Job Aid, Whirlpool Personal Valet Clothes Vitalizing System, (Part No. 8178153), pro-vides the technician with information on the installation, operation, and service of the PersonalValet Clothes Vitalizing System. It is to be used as a training Job Aid and Service Manual. Forspecific information on the model being serviced, refer to the Tech Sheet provided with the unit.

The Wiring Diagram used in this Job Aid is typical and should be used for training purposes only.Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing the unit.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVESThe goal of this Job Aid is to provide detailed information that will enable the service technician toproperly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Personal Valet Clothes Vitalizing System.

The objectives of this Job Aid are to:

Understand and follow proper safety precautions. Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions. Successfully perform necessary repairs. Successfully return the Personal Valet Clothes Vitalizing System to the proper operational

status.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... 1-1Safety First ......................................................................................................................... 1-1Model & Serial Number Designations ................................................................................ 1-3Model & Serial Number Label And Tech Sheet Locations................................................. 1-4Specifications..................................................................................................................... 1-5Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 1-6

INSTALLATION INFORMATION ........................................................................................... 2-1Electrical Requirements ..................................................................................................... 2-1Installing The Clothes Vitalizer .......................................................................................... 2-2

THEORY OF OPERATION ..................................................................................................... 3-1

USE AND CARE INFORMATION .......................................................................................... 4-1Using The Hanging Accessories........................................................................................ 4-1Using The Tensioning Accessories ................................................................................... 4-3Using The Optional Accessories........................................................................................ 4-5Optional Accessory Kits ..................................................................................................... 4-6Loading The Clothes Vitalizer ............................................................................................ 4-7Changing The Filter ........................................................................................................... 4-8

COMPONENT ACCESS ......................................................................................................... 5-1Component Locations ........................................................................................................ 5-1Removing The Top Component Cover .............................................................................. 5-2Removing The Compressor ............................................................................................... 5-3Removing The Capacitor, Buzzer, & Thermistor ............................................................... 5-4Removing The Wax Motor & Fan ...................................................................................... 5-5Removing The Heater Assembly & Thermostat ................................................................ 5-6Removing The Electronic Control Board ........................................................................... 5-7Removing A Cabinet Door ................................................................................................. 5-8Removing The Control Panel Assembly ............................................................................ 5-9Removing A Door Switch ................................................................................................. 5-10Removing The Hanger Bar .............................................................................................. 5-11Removing The Dispenser Air Nozzle & Lower Air Nozzle ............................................... 5-12

COMPONENT TESTING ........................................................................................................ 6-1Compressor ....................................................................................................................... 6-1Capacitor ........................................................................................................................... 6-2Buzzer ................................................................................................................................ 6-2Thermistor .......................................................................................................................... 6-3Wax Motor ......................................................................................................................... 6-3Fan..................................................................................................................................... 6-4Door Switch ....................................................................................................................... 6-4Heater & Thermostat (TCO) .............................................................................................. 6-4

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DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 7-1Stuck Keypads ................................................................................................................... 7-1Service Diagnostics Test ................................................................................................... 7-1Sales Demo Mode ............................................................................................................. 7-3Keypad Matrix Chart .......................................................................................................... 7-4Thermistor Resistance Chart ............................................................................................. 7-4Troubleshooting Chart ....................................................................................................... 7-5

WIRING DIAGRAM ................................................................................................................. 8-1

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GENERALSAFETY FIRST

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions canresult in death, fire, or electrical shock.


Disconnect power before servicing.

Replace all panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death orelectrical shock.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on the appliance. Alwaysread and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the wordDANGER or WARNING. These words mean:

DANGERWARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chanceof injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you dontimmediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you dontfollow instructions.

WARNING WARNING

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Tip Over Hazard

Do not use clothes vitalizer until com-pletely installed.

Install lag bolts securely into wall studs.

Use two or more people to move andinstall clothes vitalizer.

Failure to follow these instructions canresult in death or serious injury.

WARNING


Connect green ground wire to groundscrew.


WARNING IMPORTANTElectrostatic Discharge (ESD)

Sensitive ElectronicsESD problems are present everywhere.ESD may damage or weaken the elec-tronic control assembly. The new controlassembly may appear to work well afterrepair is finished, but failure may occur ata later date due to ESD stress.

Use an antistatic wrist strap. Connect thewrist strap to the green ground connec-tion point, or to an unpainted metal sur-face in the appliance.

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Touch your finger repeatedly to a greenground connection point, or to an un-painted metal surface in the appliance.

Before removing the part from its pack-age, touch the antistatic bag to a greenground connection point, or to an un-painted metal surface in the appliance.

Avoid touching electronic parts, or termi-nal contacts. Handle the electronic con-trol assembly by the edges only.

When repackaging the failed electroniccontrol assembly in an antistatic bag,observe the previous instructions.

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBERM M M 27 10110

DIVISION RESPONSIBILITY M = MARION OHIO

MANUFACTURING SOURCE M = MID-SOUTH ELECTRONICS

YEAR OF PRODUCTION M = 2002

WEEK OF PRODUCTION 27th WEEK

PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER

MODEL NUMBER P V W N 6 0 0 L W 0 0

INTERNATIONAL SALES IND.

or MARKETING CHANNELIF PRESENTPRODUCT GROUP

P = PREP CLOTHING SYSTEM

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

V = VALET

DESIGN

W = WALL MOUNT

B = BUILDER MODEL (INCLUDES STORAGE

DRAWER & SOME ACCESSORIES)

TRIM PACKAGE

N = NONE

M = MIRROR

S = MAPLE

C = CHERRY

NUMBER OF CYCLES

FUTURE USE

FUTURE USE

YEAR OF INTRODUCTION

L = 2002

COLOR CODE (CABINET)

W = WHITE

T = BISCUIT

Y = SIGNET GREY

ENERGY / POWER DESIGNATOR

0 = ORIGINAL MODEL

ENGINEERING CHANGE DESIGNATOR

0 = ORIGINAL MODEL

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABELAND TECH SHEET LOCATIONS

The Model & Serial Number Label is located at the bottom of the unit near the right door hinge.The Tech Sheet is located beneath the top cover.

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Tech Sheet Location(Beneath Top Cover)

Bottom Right Door Hinge

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SPECIFICATIONSMODEL NUMBER PVWN600 PVBN600

Dispenser Nozzle Flow Rate 17 ml/Min. 17 ml/Min.Fan CFM 105 - 120 105 - 120Fan Operation 20% Duty Cycle Until Dry 20% Duty Cycle Until DryCompressor 1 CFM @ 15 P.S.I. 1 CFM @ 15 P.S.I.Container 890 ml/30 Ounces 890 ml/30 Ounces

5 - 9 Regular Cycle 5 - 9 Regular Cycle3 Heavy Duty Cycle 3 Heavy Duty Cycle

Presiva Bottle 1.5 Liter/50.72 Ounces 1.5 Liter/50.72 OuncesOperating Temperature 130 Degrees 130 DegreesDimensions Height 59 59 Width 35 35 Depth (Overall with Handle) White Doors 13-3/4 13-3/4 Biscuit Doors 13-3/4 13-3/4 Wood Panel Doors 14 14 Mirrored Doors 14 14 Depth W/Doors Open 90 White Doors (L) 29-3/4- (R) 29-1/8 (L) 29-3/4- (R) 29-1/8 Biscuit Doors (L) 29-3/4- (R) 29-1/8 (L) 29-3/4- (R) 29-1/8 Wood Panel Doors (L) 30- (R) 29-3/8 (L) 30- (R) 29-3/8 Mirrored Doors (L) 30- (R) 29-3/8 (L) 30- (R) 29-3/8Weight White Doors 111 lbs. 111 lbs. Biscuit Doors 111 lbs. 111 lbs. Wood Panel Doors 120 lbs. 120 lbs. Mirrored Doors 132 lbs. 132 lbs.AC Cord Length 6 Feet 6 FeetPower Rating 120 VAC, 60 Hz 120 VAC, 60 HzHeating Elements 440 & 880 Watts 440 & 880 WattsCircuit Protection Time Delay Fuse Or Circuit Breaker Time Delay Fuse Or Circuit BreakerWarranty 1 Year Parts & Labor 1 Year Parts & Labor

Number Of Uses Per Container

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WARRANTY

ONE-YEAR FULLWARRANTYFROM DATE OFPURCHASE.

LENGTH OFWARRANTY:

WHIRLPOOLWILL PAY FOR:

FSP replacementparts and repairlabor costs tocorrect defects inmaterials or work-manship. Servicemust be providedby an authorizedWhirlpool servicecompany.

WHIRLPOOLWILL NOT PAY FOR:

A. Service calls to:1. Correct the installation of the clothes vitalizer.2. Instruct you how to use the clothes vitalizer.3. Replace house fuses or correct house wir-

ing.B. Repairs when the clothes vitalizer is used in

other than normal, single-family household use.C. Pickup and delivery. The clothes vitalizer is

designed to be repaired in the home.D. Damage to the clothes vitalizer caused by acci-

dent, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, actsof God, or use of products not approved byWhirlpool.

E. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unau-thorized modifications made to the clothesvitalizer.

F. Replacement parts, or repair labor costs forunits operated outside the United States.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-TIAL DAMAGES. Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidentalor consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warrantygives specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state orprovince to province.

Outside the United States and Canada, this warranty does not apply. Contact your autho-rized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies.

If you need service, refer to the Diagnosis & Troubleshooting section. After checking Diagnosis& Troubleshooting, additional help can be found by calling the Whirlpool Customer InteractionCenter telephone number, 1-866-MYVALET (1-866-698-2538), from anywhere in the U.S.A., orwrite:

Whirlpool Corporation,Customer Interaction Center553 Benson RoadBenton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

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INSTALLATION INFORMATIONELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS


Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use and extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions canresult in death, fire, or electrical shock.

WARNING

Important: observe all governing codes andordinances.

A 120-volt, 60-Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-amperefused electrical supply is required. A Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.

It is recommended that a separate circuit serv-ing only this appliance be provided.

If codes permit and a separate ground wireis used, it is recommended that a qualifiedelectrician determine that the ground pathis adequate.

3-prong ground-type outlet must be locatedwithin 5 feet of lower right corner of appli-ance.

RECOMMENDED GROUNDINGMETHODThe clothes vitalizer, when installed, must beelectrically grounded in accordance with localcodes or in the absence of local codes, withNational Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70*.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS: This clothesvitalizer must be grounded. In the event ofmalfunction or breakdown, grounding will re-duce the risk of electric shock by providing apath of least resistance for electric current.

The power supply cord plug must be pluggedinto an appropriate outlet that is properly in-stalled and grounded in accordance with alllocal codes and ordinances.

WARNING - Improper connection of theequipment-grounding conductor can resultin a risk of electric shock. Check with aqualified electrician or service technician ifyou are in doubt as to whether the appli-ance is properly grounded. Do not modifythe plug provided with the appliance. If itwill not fit the outlet, have a proper outletinstalled by a qualified electrician.

* Copies of the standards listed above may be ob-tained from:

National Fire Protection AssociationOne Batterymarch ParkQuincy, Massachusetts 02269

ground prong

3-prongground-type

outlet3-prong

ground plug

powersupply cord

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TOOLS NEEDED Stud finder (optional) Drill (electric recommended) 5/32 drill bit (pilot hole for lag bolt) Tape measure Pencil Carpenters level 7/16 wrench (ratchet recommended) for lag

boltsIf installing on a concrete or a concrete blockwall:

Concrete drill bit for wall anchors (refer towall anchor for drill bit size)

Hammer

INSTALLING THE CLOTHES VITALIZER

PARTS SUPPLIED FORINSTALLATION (INSIDEACCESSORY BOX) (2) 1/4 x 2 lag bolts (for wood studs) (2) 1/4-20 nuts (1) mounting bracket cover (can be painted

or covered with wallpaper) Separate metal mounting bracket assembly (6) 1/8 thick adhesive backed cabinet spac-

ers

PARTS NOT SUPPLIED FORINSTALLATION (2) 1/4 x1-1/4 lag bolts with wall anchors for

concrete or concrete block wall installations

NOTE: The lag bolt length is based on mount-ing bracket thickness only. Add the thicknessof any wall coverings to the length of the lagbolts/wall anchors used. Lag bolts can be ob-tained from any local hardware store.

24

16

59

57

35

A

6 ft. power supply cord.3-prong ground-type outletmust be located within 5 ft.

of lower right corner.

12

90 90B C

* 12 minimum clearance to side wall on left side of appliance is required for air venting.

overall depthincluding handle

A B (left) C (right)white doors 111 lbs. 13-3/4 29-3/4 29-1/8biscuit doors 111 lbs. 13-3/4 29-3/4 29-1/8

wood panel doors 120 lbs. 14 30 29-3/8mirrored doors 132 lbs. 14 30 29-3/8

depth with doorsopen 90 degreesweightmodels

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Tip Over Hazard

Do not use clothes vitalizer until com-pletely installed.

Install lag bolts securely into wall studs.


Failure to follow these instructions canresult in death or serious injury.

WARNING

MOUNTING THE CLOTHESVITALIZER1. Lay the carton with the clothes vitalizer on

its back.

2. Open the carton so you can access thefront doors.

3. Remove the tape from the doors.

4. Open the doors and remove the contentsfrom inside the unit. Important: Beforethe clothes vitalizer is installed on the wall,do not open the doors more than 90 toavoid damaging the door hinges.

5. Close the doors and reapply the tape tohold them closed. Leave the clothesvitalizer in the carton until you are in-structed to remove it.

6. Remove the mounting bracket, nuts, andlag bolts from the accessory box.

90 Maximum

IMPORTANT: For wood stud installations, eachlag bolt must be installed in a wood stud. Ifthere are not two studs in the mounting area,do not install the vitalizer. Do not use togglebolts through dry wall to support the clothesvitalizer.

NOTE: If you are installing the mounting bracketassembly for the clothes vitalizer to wood studs,proceed with step 9. If you are installing thebracket on a concrete, or a concrete block wall,proceed to step 10 on the next page.

9. To mount the clothes vitalizer to woodstuds:

a) Locate and mark the centers of eachwall stud. Make these marks about 72from the floor.

70-3/4

wood studs

wall

line (must be level)

7. With the washer sides of the nuts facingthe mounting bracket assembly, start thenuts onto the threaded studs of the bracket.

8. Mark a horizontal line at least 24 long,70-3/4 minimum from the floor. Impor-tant: The line must be level.

Continued on the next page.

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10. To mount the clothes vitalizer to con-crete or concrete block:

a) Align the lower edge of the mountingbracket assembly with the line you drewearlier. Select and mark a hole locationon each side of the bracket.

b) Set the bracket aside, and drill twoanchor holes at the marks you made.

c) Drive the wall anchors into the holeswith a hammer.

11. Mount and secure the mounting bracketassembly to the wall with two lag bolts.Make sure that the bracket is level.

12. Space the inside edge of the mountingbracket nuts so they are approximately 3/8to 1/2 from the mounting bracket assem-bly.

Excessive Weight Hazard


Failure to do so can result in back or otherinjury.

WARNING

15. Place a carpenters level against one ofthe clothes vitalizer doors, and check tomake sure that the unit is vertically level(plumb).

mounting bracketassembly

slot

stud & nut

13. Using two people, lift the clothes vitalizerfrom its shipping carton.

14. Place the two keyhole slots on the mount-ing flange at the top of the clothes vitalizer,over the two mounting bracket assemblynuts, and lower it so it rests on the studs.Do not tighten the nuts at this time.

b) Align the lower edge of the mountingbracket assembly with the line you drewearlier. Select and mark a hole locationon each side of the bracket that isclosest to the center of each stud.

1/4-20 nuts

align edgewith level line

c) Set the bracket aside, and drill 5/32holes at the marked stud locations.

wood stud

drill 5/32 hole

install mounting bracket assembly with 2 lag bolts

bracket nut

3/8 - 1/2

wood stud shown

check for level (plumb)

spacers (asneeded)

16. If needed, apply two adhesive-backedspacers (from the accessory box) to thebottom rear side of the vitalizer. Additionalspacers may be stacked on top of the twospacers if more are required.

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20. Plug the power supply cord into a groundedoutlet.

21. If there is a storage drawer with yourclothes vitalizer, follow the instructionspacked with the drawer, and install it at thistime.

remove backing

mounting bracket cover

17. Tighten the two mounting bracket nutssecurely.

18. Remove the mounting bracket cover fromthe accessory box.

19. Peel off the adhesive protective stripsfrom the mounting bracket cover. Align thecover with the mounting bracket, and pressthe cover down against the top of theappliance.

NOTE: The mounting bracket cover can bepainted or covered with wallpaper.

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NOTES

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THEORY OF OPERATIONTHE PERSONAL VALET CLOTHESVITALIZING SYSTEMThe Personal Valet Clothes Vitalizing Systemis designed to freshen any previously wornclothing so that it is ready to wear. It worksfor both dry cleaned and non-dry cleaned cloth-ing. One of the key components of the systemis the special solution, called Presiva, that cap-tures odors, and removes wrinkles from thefabric. The solution is manufactured by Procterand Gamble for use in the clothes vitalizingsystem.

Presiva is made up of donut-shaped moleculesthat capture odor particles in the clothing,surfactants to spread the Presiva dropletsover the fabric, and perfumes that freshen hardto handle odors.

Presiva comes in two varieties:

1. A Soft formula that contains silicone tolubricate the fabric and smooth wrinkles,leaving a soft feel to the fabric. It is in-tended for all types of fabric.

2. A Crisp formula that adds a polymer tolock fibers in place, leaving a starch-like finish to the fabric. It is only in-tended for use with cotton clothing.

HOW IT WORKSThe clothes vitalizing system uses a compres-sor to force air over a nozzle that is located atthe top of the Presiva container. The forced airatomizes the solution, which forms a mistthat is distributed over the clothing inside thecabinet.

MistNozzle

PresivaContainer

The domed shape of the cabinets interior helpsto distribute the mist over the surface of theclothing in the most effective pattern for uni-form fabric deposition. An interior air port nearthe bottom of the cabinet creates an opposingair flow to further enhance the mist dispersion.The air flow creates a figure eight pattern.

Mist

Mist & Air

Air

Exhaust Vent

DispenserNozzle (Mist)

Lower AirNozzleForced Air Nozzle

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MISTING MODE: Air Damper OpenAir Flows Through Vents Only

During the misting cycle, the compressor pro-duces the Presiva mixture, and a fan createsa draft at the top of the cabinet to vent the usedmixture. At the end of the misting cycle, thecompressor turns off, and a heater is ener-gized, along with the fan, to dry the fabric.

The Heater has dual elements that are wiredin parallel. One element is rated at 440 Watts,and the other element at 880 Watts. The ele-ments can be operated together, or indepen-dently, depending on the cycle that is selected.

A thermostat is located in the heater compart-ment to guard against overheating (see thephotos below). A thermistor monitors the airtemperature as it exits the cabinet (see theabove photo for the thermistor location).

DRYING MODE: Air Damper ClosedAir Flows Through Heater Into Cabinet

During the drying mode, the wax motor isenergized, which closes the air damper, anddirects air through the heater and into the cabi-net.

Air DamperOpen

Wax Motor

Air Flow

VentIn

VentOut

Low Pressure Area

An air damper, located in the upper compart-ment air chamber, directs the air flow betweenmisting and drying modes. A wax motor con-trols the position of the air damper.

During the misting mode, the wax motor isde-energized. This opens the air damper anddirects air to create the low pressure areaabove the interior vent.

Vent

AirFlow

VentIn

VentOut

HeaterAir Damper

Closed Thermistor

Heater Elements

Thermostat

Air In

Air Out

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The system uses an electronic control boardand touch panel to set the various cycles, pro-vide user feedback, control the key compo-nents, and provide a diagnostic/demonstrationfunction.

The dispenser nozzle contains a filter that isattached to the bottom of the draw tube. If theformula container is empty and the filter runsdry, it is okay to refill and continue to use it.However, if the filter is saturated with Presivaand allowed to dry, it will become clogged, andwill have to be replaced.

Filter

FormulaContainer

Electronic Control Board

USING THE PERSONAL VALETCLOTHES VITALIZING SYSTEMA variety of special hangers, weights, andtensioning devices are used in the clothes vi-talizing system to tension the fabric and en-hance the de-wrinkling properties of thePresiva solution.

You can load up to three garments, but the rec-ommended load for each use is 2 garments. Aminimum of 1 should be allowed between thearticles of clothing from the front to back, andfrom the front and rear of the cabinet. Garmentscannot be placed in the area above the hangerbar. They will block the mist and disrupt the airflow.

Touch Panel

Hanger Bar

Vents

DO NOT BLOCK THE AREA ABOVE CLOTHES HANGER BAR

DispenserNozzle

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CYCLE OPERATION

Heavy Duty Cotton PolyApproximately a 54-minute cycle. This cycleis to be used for cotton and polyester clothesthat are heavily wrinkled.

RegularCare Cotton PolyApproximately a 34-minute cycle, and is to beused for cotton and polyester clothes that havelight and medium wrinkles. This is the cycle tobe used for bringing clothes back to a ready-to-wear state that have been previously worn.

WoolApproximately a 35-minute cycle, and is to beused for all wool clothes, regardless of theamount of wrinkles.

DelicateApproximately an 18-minute cycle and is to beused for all delicate fiber clothes, such as silk,rayon, etc.

5.5 Minutes Mist

2.0 Minutes Dwell 1

.5 Minutes Dwell 2

25.5 Minutes Dry

0 Minutes Air

11.25 Minutes Mist

2.0 Minutes Dwell 1

.5 Minutes Dwell 2

39.75 Minutes Dry

0 Minutes Air

6.3 Minutes Mist

2.0 Minutes Dwell 1

.5 Minutes Dwell 2

26 Minutes Dry

0 Minutes Air

3.75 Minutes Mist

2.0 Minutes Dwell 1

.5 Minutes Dwell 2

9.25 Minutes Dry

2 Minutes Air

Control Panel

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GentleDryA manual time setting cycle that dries clothesquicker than line drying and is safe for all fab-rics.

The first 2 minutes of any cycle are dwell, andthe remainder is drying.

Dwell: Wax motor On, fan On at 100%.Dry: Wax motor On, fan On at 100%,

heater(s) On.

QuickCareA 15.5-minute cycle that is to be used for allfabrics for odor removal and very light wrinkles.

Mist: Compressor On, fan On at 20%duty cycle.

Dwell 1: Wax motor On, fan On at 20%duty cycle.

Dwell 2: Wax motor On, fan On at 100%.

Dry: Wax motor On, fan On at 100%,heater(s) On.

Air: Wax motor On, fan On at 100%.

Duty Cycle: The fan duty cycle has a periodof 1 second. That means thatfor the 20% duty cycle, the fanis on for 0.2 seconds, and offfor 0.8 seconds.

3 Minutes Mist

2.0 Minutes Dwell 1

.5 Minutes Dwell 2

10 Minutes Dry

0 Minutes Air

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NOTES

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USE AND CARE INFORMATIONUSING THE HANGING ACCESSORIES

CLOTHES HANGER WITH GRIPS

The clothes hanger is used for hanging shirts,blouses, coats, jackets, and dresses. It pro-vides proper support in the shoulder area. Thegrips are used for hanging skirts and shorts.Shorts are hung by the legs.

Drape shirts and blouses that button over theclothes hanger and then button them. For non-buttoned shirts and blouses, insert the hangerinto the shirt from the bottom.

To use the hanger grips:

Position the clothes hanger with grips so thatthe embossed logo faces the front.

Adjust the grips to 1-1/2 less than the widthof the waistband or the legs of a pair ofshorts.

With both hands, slide the clothing up intothe grips, making sure the top of the clothingis all the way up.

Do not squeeze these grips to open.

To remove clothing, pull the handles of thegrips toward you.

PANT HANGER

The pant hanger is used for hanging pants andslacks. It hangs pants to expose both the in-side and outside seams to the formula.

To use the pant hanger:

Position the pant hanger so that the em-bossed logo faces the front.

Hold the pants at the cuffs so they are seam-to-seam and slide them between the arms ofthe hanger.

Drape one leg over one of the arms, and theother leg over the other arm of the hanger.Each leg should hang down approximately12 to 18 inches.

grip

keep logoto front

embossed logo

embossed logo

keep logoto front

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DRAPING BAR

The draping bar is used for long dresses, skirts,sweaters, and other items. The bar will pre-vent long dresses from touching the bottom ofthe cabinet.

The draping bar is installed into the cabinet byinserting one end into a round cabinet liner holeon the right side, and the other end into a slot-ted liner opening on the left side.

To use the draping bar:

Place the dress on a hanger and hook thehanger on the hanger support.

Drape the bottom of the dress over thedraping bar and adjust it so that it does nottouch the bottom of the cabinet.

For sweaters, drape the sweater over the barwith the arms supported by the draping bar.

Use two draping bars for supporting pillows,blankets, and other items. NOTE: A seconddraping bar is sold separately.

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USING THE TENSIONING ACCESSORIESWEIGHT CLIPS (HEAVY, LIGHT,& MINI)

heavy (gray) light (white) mini (small white)

The weight clips provide vertical tension formost types of clothes to remove wrinkles. Theclips are not designed to be used with clothingmade of cashmere, lace, or other fine fabricsthat will stretch.

Use the heavy (gray) clip for clothes made ofcotton, heavyweight wool, and polyester.

Use the light (white) clip for clothes made ofrayon, silk, knits, lightweight wool, and delicatefabrics.

Use the mini (small white) clip for the buttoncolumn on shirts.

To use a weight clip:

Squeeze the handles to open the clip, insertthe clothing between the pads of the clip, andrelease the handles.

Be sure not to wrinkle the clothing wheninstalling a clip.

Make sure that the weights touch each otheron buttondown shirts, blouses, and skirts.

When placing a weight clip over the seamson pants and skirts, be sure to align thedepression in the middle of the pad with theseam.

BODY SHAPER

The body shaper is used for shirts, blouses,coats, jackets, and skirts. It removes wrinklesby providing horizontal tension to the body ofthe clothing.

To use the body shaper:

Make sure that the clothing item is com-pletely buttoned or zipped.

Holding from outside the shirt, place thespring-loaded end of the shaper against theleft side seam of the shirt.

With your right hand outside the shirt, placethe right side seam against the end of theshaper.

Make sure both ends of the shaper areagainst the side seams to prevent the shaperfrom falling out.

Expand the shaper by pulling the right enduntil there is enough tension to hold it insidethe clothing.

To retract the shaper, gently press the buttonon the shaper, and push the extended sideback.

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SLEEVE SHAPER

The sleeve shaper is used on long sleeveshirts, blouses, coats, and jackets. The shaperremoves wrinkles by providing horizontal ten-sion inside the sleeve.

To use a sleeve shaper:

Remove the shapers from the black strap.

Insert the shaper into a buttoned long sleevewith the straight end of the shaper beinginserted first.

Align one side of the shaper to the seam ofthe sleeve, and release the latch.

Insert the shaper until 1/4 extends out of thecuff.

To remove the shaper, squeeze it, and re-move it from the sleeve.

NOTE: When storing a sleeve shaper, use theblack strap to keep it closed.

4-5

USING THE OPTIONAL ACCESSORIESHANGER EXTENDER

The hanger extender provides best perfor-mance on mens sizes 46+ for coats, 17 necksizes, and XXL shirt sizes. It increases widthof the shoulder area to improve wrinkle removalperformance for shirts and coats.

To use a hanger extender:

Place the hanger extender opening over theoval head of the clothes hanger, and press itfirmly into place against the hanger.

The hanger extender is available in the Com-bination Pak #4396281, and the Versatility Pak#4396280.

COMPACT HANGER

The compact hanger is used on womens sizes4 and under, and on childrens sizes up to 16.

The narrower support in the shoulder areaaccommodates smaller sized clothes, whichhelps to remove the wrinkles.

The hanger is used the same as any clotheshanger.

The compact hanger is available in the Com-bination Pak #4396281, and the Versatility Pak#4396280.

4-6

CLOSET HOOK The closet hook is used with the clothes hangerand pant hanger. It allows clothes and panthangers to hang in a standard closet.

To use the closet hook, slide it into the ovalopening at the top of the clothes or pant hanger.

The closet hook is available in the Combina-tion Pak #4396281, and the Versatility Pak#4396280.

There are several optional accessories foryour clothes vitalizer that will allow more flex-ibility in loading your clothes.

To order any of the accessory kits, listed below,call:

1-866-MYVALET

You may also visit our website at:

www.personalvalet.com

OR

Visit any retail store that sells the PersonalValet clothes vitalizer.

Additional bottles of Presiva can be orderedthrough your dealer, or by visiting the Procterand Gamble website at:

www.presiva.com

The following storage drawer kits are availablefrom your dealer:

Kit #8527308 Signet GreyKit #8527309 WhiteKit #8527310 Biscuit

OPTIONAL ACCESSORY KITS

Versatility Pak Performance Pak Combination Pak Weight Pak Filter PakPart #4396280 Part #8171480 Part #4396281 Part #4396215 Part #4396216

Handles larger and smaller Offers best performance Combines the benefits Provides extra Replaces the filter The drawer mountssized clothes and other on an additional heavily of both the Versatility weights. at the end of the to the wall and occupies items, such as small pillows, wrinkled shirt or jacket. and Performance Paks. plastic tube on the the space underneaththrow blankets, hats, and nozzle pack. the clothes vitalizernon-leather shoes. (see the part number

listing above).

This Pak Includes: This Pak Includes: This Pak Includes: This Pak Includes: This Pak Includes:3 Hanger Extenders 2 Heavy Clips 1 Clothes Hanger 2 Heavy Clips 2 Filters The outer dimensions of3 Compact Hangers 2 Light Clips 3 Hanger Extenders 2 Light Clips the drawers are:1 Draping Bar 1 Mini Clip 3 Compact Hangers 35 (89 cm) wide1 Clothes Hanger 1 Pair Of Sleeve Shapers 1 Draping Bar 12 (30 cm) deep2 Heavy Clips 1 Body Shaper 2 Heavy Clips 10-1/2 (27 cm) high2 Light Clips 2 Light Clips The drawer holds the 4 Closet Hooks 1 Mini Clip accessories that came

1 Pair Of Sleeve Shapers with the unit plus a 1 Body Shaper couple of formula bottles.4 Closet Hooks

Storage Drawer

4-7

LOADING THE CLOTHES VITALIZER

The clothes vitalizer is designed for daily useby being able to handle one outfit at a time.Although the vitalizer can handle up to threearticles of clothing, the best performance is ob-tained when no more than two articles of cloth-ing are loaded. Maximizing space around theclothing allows the formula to circulate betweenthe clothes, which improves performance.

Depending on the fabric and the amount ofwrinkles, it may not be necessary to use thebody shaper or the sleeve shapers. This is es-pecially the case with suit coats, blouses, andskirts.

IMPORTANT: The following chart shows a listof fabrics and items that are not recommendedfor use in the clothes vitalizer. The list will beupdated periodically. Updated information canbe obtained by visiting Whirlpools website at:

www.personalvalet.com

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use approved formula only.

Do not use any flammable liquids.

Failure to follow these instructions canresult in death or explosion.

To load the clothes vitalizer:

1. Select the clothes.

2. Look at the clothing labels and determinethe dominant type of fabric.

3. Determine how wrinkled the clothing is.

4. Use the information on the previous pagesand install the desired accessories on theclothes.

5. Select the formula and check the level.Use only the formula that uses the symbolshown below.

NOTE: Press the BUZZER keypad to turn onthe End-Of-Cycle signal.

6. Select the Cycle, and then press theSTART/CANCEL keypad.

Fabrics Items Other

The formula cannot penetrate the following The following items may be damaged or stained if placed insidefabrics and will leave a powdery residue. the clothes vitalizer, or if allowed to touch the inner liner walls:

Fur Large pillows that will touch the interior walls Non-colorfast items.

Faux Fur Bulky comforters or blankets that will touch the interior wallsFleece Shoes (leather, plastic, or nylon)Plastic BeltsNylon PursesVelour Drapes that will touch the interior walls

VelvetPleather (Artificial Leather)

Feathers

The following items will be damaged by the system:

4-8

CHANGING THE FILTERThe filter at the end of the tube on the formuladispenser should be changed when it becomesclogged. The filter (#4396216) can be orderedby calling: 1-866-MYVALET. Two filters are in-cluded.

To replace the filter:

1. Remove the formula container from theclothes vitalizer. Empty the formula fromthe container and place it on a flat surface.

3. Hold the clear tube and pull the old filter offthe end, then install the new filter in itsplace.

2. Pull straight up on the nozzle pack andremove it from the container.

4. Install the filter pack on the formula con-tainer and reinstall it in the clothes vitalizer.

remove & replace filter

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COMPONENT ACCESS

COMPONENT LOCATIONS

Fan

Buzzer

Wax Motor

ElectronicControlBoard

Thermistor

CapacitorCompressor

Dispenser Air Nozzle

FormulaContainer

ExteriorVent Grille

Heater & Thermostat

Collection BasinCover

Lower Air Nozzle

Right DoorSwitch

Left DoorSwitch

Hanger Bar

5-2

REMOVING THE TOP COMPONENT COVERNOTE: Sharp edges may be present.

1. Unplug the clothes vitalizer or disconnectthe power.

2. Remove the twelve T-15 Torx screws fromthe top component cover and remove thecover from the unit.

Top Component Cover

Screw (1 of 12)





WARNING

5-3

REMOVING THE COMPRESSOR

NOTE: Sharp edges may be present.


2. Remove the twelve T-15 Torx screws fromthe top component cover and remove thecover from the unit (see page 5-2).

The component described on this page isshown below.

6. Mark the top hose of the compressor withpieces of tape, or use a marker, for iden-tification.

7. Cut the two hose clamps and pull thehoses off the compressor fittings.

8. Loosen the four T-15 Torx mountingscrews.

9. Slide the compressor brackets so the largeopenings in the two keyhole slots are overthe screw heads, and remove the com-pressor.

Compressor

Torx Screw (1 of 4)

Orange Capacitor Wire

Compressor

2-Wire Power Connector

Green Ground Wire

Bottom Hose Clamp





WARNING

Top Hose Clamp

3. Disconnect the 2-wire power connectorfrom the wiring harness (see the photo tothe right).

4. Disconnect the orange wire from the ca-pacitor terminal.

5. Remove the mounting screw from thegreen ground wire.


Connect green ground wire to groundscrew.


WARNING

5-4

REMOVING THE CAPACITOR, BUZZER, & THERMISTOR




The components described on this page areshown below.

Buzzer

ThermistorCapacitor

3. Disconnect the wires from the terminals ofthe component you are servicing.

4. Remove the mounting screw(s).

Buzzer

CapacitorThermistor





WARNING

5-5

REMOVING THE WAX MOTOR & FAN




The components described on this page areshown below.

3. To remove the wax motor:

a) Disconnect the wires from the termi-nals.

b) Remove the two mounting screws.c) Disconnect the linkage arm from the

slot in the damper.

4. To remove the fan:

a) Disconnect the two wires from the ter-minals.

b) Unclip the four tabs from the exteriorvent grille and remove it from the unit.

c) Remove the four T-15 Torx mountingscrews.

ExteriorVent Grille

Wax MotorFan

Linkage Arm

Wax Motor

Screw (1 of 2)

Screw (1 of 4)

Fan Wires





WARNING

5-6

REMOVING THE HEATER ASSEMBLY & THERMOSTAT




3. Disconnect the power connector from thewiring harness.

4. Remove the mounting screw and lift theheater assembly out of the unit.

NOTE: The thermostat is part of the heater as-sembly and must be replaced as an assem-bly.

Heater Elements

Thermostat

Heater Assembly

Power Connector





WARNING

5-7

REMOVING THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL BOARD




The component described on this page isshown below.

4. Remove the rubber band from the lockingarms of the electronic control board hold-ers.

5. Push the two locking arms outward andslide the electronic control board out of theholders, then place a piece of heavy paperor cardboard under the board, and set it ontop.

6. Disconnect the four wire connectors fromthe electronic control board pins.

Rubber BandLocking Arm Locking Arm

REASSEMBLY NOTE: The ribbon cable con-nectors are polarized with a tab so that theycannot be reversed. Slide the cable connectortab into the board connector slot when rein-stalling the cables.

4 Wire Connectors

3. Pull the two ribbon cables out of the con-nectors.

2 Ribbon Cables





WARNING

Electronic Control Board

5-8

REMOVING A CABINET DOORNOTE: Sharp edges may be present.


Top Door Pin

2. Remove the screw and hex cap nut fromthe bottom pivot bracket.

3. Remove the two bottom door hinge bracketscrews. Push down on the collector andpull the door and bracket out just far enoughto clear the collector.

Bottom Door Hinge Bracket

4. Slide the top door pin out of its pivotbracket and remove the door.

Top Door Pin& Plastic Sleeve

Collector

Screws

NOTE: If you are replacing the door, removethe plastic sleeve from the top pin for use onthe replacement door.

Bottom PivotBracket Screww/Hex Cap Nut

Hex Cap Nut

Bottom DoorHinge Bracket

Top Pivot Bracket

5-9

REMOVING THE CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY



NOTE: The control panel and membrane switchare replaced as an assembly.


3. Pull the two ribbon cables out of the elec-tronic control board connectors.

2 Ribbon Cables

5. Remove both doors from the cabinet (seepage 5-8 for the procedure).

6. Remove the two hex screws from the topof the control panel assembly.

4. Cut the wire tie and remove it from aroundthe ribbon cables.

Cut RibbonCable Tie

Screw Screw

7. Pull the top of the control panel assemblyforward and pull the ribbon cables out ofthe slot in the frame, and remove theassembly.

Pull Cables Through Slot

Pull Top Of Control PanelAssembly Forward





WARNING

Control Panel Assembly

5-10



2. Remove the control panel assembly fromthe unit (see page 5-9 for the procedure).

REMOVING A DOOR SWITCH

4. Press in on the locking arms on the doorswitch and push it out of the chassis.

Locking Arm

Door Switch

Wire Connectors

3. Disconnect the wire connectors from thedoor switch terminals.

Door Switches





WARNING

5-11



2. Remove the clothes vitalizer from the walland position it so that you can access therear of the unit.

3. Remove the two hanger bar hex-headscrews from the rear of the unit.

REMOVING THE HANGER BAR4. Open the cabinet doors.

5. Using a small-bladed screwdriver, pry theplastic medallion out of the recess in theholder in front of the hanger bar.

6. Remove the flathead screws from thehanger bar support and remove the hangerbar. Hold the bar so that it does not fallwhen the screws are removed.

Rear HangerBar Screws

Hanger Bar

Pry Off PlasticMedallion With

Screwdriver

Remove Two Flat-head Screws

Screwdriver





WARNING

5-12

REMOVING THE DISPENSER AIR NOZZLE& LOWER AIR NOZZLE



2. To remove the dispenser air nozzle:

a) Remove the two screws from the dis-penser air nozzle assembly and pull itdown as far as it will go.

b) Cut the hose clamp and remove thehose from the nozzle.

3. To remove the lower air nozzle:

a) Unscrew the half-moon cover from thenozzle and remove the cover.

b) Loosely thread a 5/16-18 bolt into thethreaded nozzle to help you pull thenozzle out of the unit.

c) Insert a small screwdriver at the top ofthe nozzle and pry it out.

d) Lift and pull the nozzle and remove itfrom the opening.

e) Cut the hose clamp and remove thehose from the nozzle. NOTE: Be care-ful that the hose does not slip backinside the liner opening.

Dispenser AirNozzle

LowerAir Nozzle

5/16-18 HexHandling Bolt

Hose Clamp

Hose Clamp

Hose





WARNING

6-1

COMPONENT TESTINGBefore servicing, check the following:

Make sure that the power cord is firmlyplugged into a live circuit with the propervoltage.

Check for a blown household fuse or circuitbreaker that has tripped.

Check the connections before replacing acomponent. Look for broken or loose wires,failed terminals, or wires that are not pressedinto their connectors far enough.

Check for wire connectors that are notpressed tightly onto their terminals.

Resistance tests must be made with thepower cord unplugged from the outlet, andwith the wiring disconnected.

All tests should be made with a VOM (volt-ohmmeter) or DVM (digital voltmeter) hav-ing a sensitivity of 20,000 ohms-per-volt DCor greater.

COMPRESSOR

Refer to page 5-3 for the procedure for servic-ing the compressor.


2. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1 scale.

WARNINGElectrical Shock Hazard



Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

3. Disconnect the compressors 2-wire con-nector from the wiring harness.

4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to the con-nector pins coming from the compressor.The meter should indicate approximately8 to 15 .

5. Disconnect the compressor wires from thecapacitor terminals.

6. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to theorange and black compressor wire termi-nals. The meter should indicate approxi-mately 40 to 80 .

6-2





BUZZER

Refer to page 5-4 for the procedure for servic-ing the buzzer.



3. Disconnect one of the wires from thebuzzer terminals.

4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to thebuzzer terminals. The meter should indi-cate approximately 700 to 1100 .

CAPACITOR

Refer to page 5-4 for the procedure for servic-ing the capacitor.



3. Disconnect one of the wires from the ca-pacitor terminals.

4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to the ca-pacitor terminals. The meter should droptoward zero and then gradually return to-ward infinity.

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THERMISTOR

Refer to page 5-4 for the procedure for servic-ing the thermistor.


2. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 10K scale.

3. Disconnect one of the wires from the ther-mistor terminals.

4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to each ofthe thermistor terminals. The meter shouldindicate approximately 50K at 77F(25C)

WAX MOTOR

Refer to page 5-5 for the procedure for servic-ing the wax motor.


2. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1K scale.

3. Disconnect one of the wires from the waxmotor terminals.

4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to each ofthe wax motor terminals. The meter shouldindicate approximately 1600 to 2100 .

6-4

DOOR SWITCHRefer to page 5-10 for the procedure for ser-vicing a door switch.



3. Disconnect one of the wires from the doorswitch terminals.

4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to each ofthe door switch terminals. The metershould indicate 0 (closed circuit) with theactuator button out, and infinite resistance(open circuit) with the button pushed in.





FAN

Refer to page 5-5 for the procedure for servic-ing the fan.



3. Disconnect one of the wires from the fanterminals.

4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to each ofthe fan terminals. The meter should indi-cate approximately 90 to 170 .

HEATER & THERMOSTAT (TCO)

Connector

Actuator Button

Refer to page 5-6 for the procedure for servic-ing the heater & thermostat.



3. Disconnect the heater/thermostat connec-tor from the wiring harness.

4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to connec-tor pins 1 (white) and 2 (red-white). Themeter should indicate approximately 10 to25 .

5. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to connec-tor pins 1 (white) and 3 (violet). The metershould indicate approximately 25 to 37 .

NOTE: If the readings in steps 4 and 5 indi-cate an open (infinite) circuit, perform the fol-lowing test.

6. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to the ther-mostat terminals. At normal room tempera-ture, the meter should indicate a closed(0 ) circuit. If the meter indicates an open(infinite) circuit, replace the heater & ther-mostat assembly. NOTE: The thermostatopens at 170C/338F and closes at136C/277F.

Thermostat (TCO)Terminals

7-1

NOTES:

1. When diagnosing this unit, always beginby checking for the correct line voltage,blown fuses, and failed components.

2. Any unit that fails within the first few daysshould be checked for loose connections.

3. All voltage and resistance checks shouldbe made with a meter having a sensitivityof greater than 20,000 ohms-per-volt.

Refer to the control panel layout at the bottomof the page for the location of each keypadand LED described in this section.

STUCK KEYPADSThe microprocessor will only operate when onekeypad is pressed at a time. Therefore, if akeypad sticks in the closed position, the mi-croprocessor will not accept any further com-mands from the keypad, and the unit will notoperate. NOTE: This failure mode can alsomean that the control board is defective, or thata power connection in the wiring harness isloose.

To test for a keypad stuck in the closed posi-tion:

a)Make sure that power is applied to theunit.

b)Press and hold any keypad on the con-trol panel until all of the control panelLEDs begin to flash (approximately 1minute).

c) Release the keypad. The LEDs shouldstop flashing, and the unit should re-turn to its normal idle state.

DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLESHOOTINGSERVICE DIAGNOSTICS TESTThis test checks the operation of each electri-cal component and determines whether thecontrol panel keypad overlay, or one of theelectrical components is defective.

To enter the service diagnostics test mode:

a)Make sure that power is applied to theunit.

b) Within 5 seconds, alternately press theup () arrow and buzzer keypads eachtwice (up arrow, buzzer, up arrow,buzzer). The unit is now in the servicediagnostics test mode. NOTE: To exitthe test mode, press the Start/Cancelkeypad, or disconnect power from theunit.

LED Test

a)When the service diagnostics test is en-tered, all of the control panel LEDs areturned on.

b) Press the up () arrow twice to moveto the next test. NOTE: If no keypad ispressed within 2 minutes of entering thediagnostics test, the unit will automati-cally advance to the next test.

CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT

7-2

Keypad Test

Press the following keypads and check the op-eration of their corresponding LED:

a)Heavy Duty Cotton Polyb)RegularCare Cotton Polyc) Woold)Delicatee)QuickCaref) Dryg)Buzzerh)Start/Canceli) Up () and down () arrows. Since nei-

ther of these keypads has its own LED,pressing either of them will turn on anLED in the time bar, advancing themeach time the keypad is pressed.

j) Press the up () arrow twice to moveto the next test, or press the Start/Can-cel keypad to exit the Service Diag-nostic Test, and return to the normalidle state.

Door Switch & Buzzer Test

To test the door switch & buzzer:

a)Open one of the cabinet doors so thatthe door switch closes (button is out).Several of the Time LEDs should light.

b)Press one of the keypads with the dooropen, and the buzzer should sound.NOTE: This test can also be used toaudibly check for a defective keypad. Ifa keypad is pressed with the door openand the buzzer does not sound, thekeypad is defective.

c) Close the cabinet doors and the TimeLEDs should turn off.

d) Press the up () arrow twice to moveto the next test, or press the Start/Can-cel keypad to exit the Service Diag-nostic Test, and return to the normalidle state.

Thermistor Test

During the test, readings are continuouslytaken from the thermistor, and the results willbe displayed as follows:

a)The 30 LED in the Time Bar will turnon to indicate that the test is in progress.

b) If the thermistor is okay, all other LEDswill be turned off.

c) If the thermistor is open, or if its con-nectors are loose, the Drying LED willflash.

d) If the thermistor is shorted, the Mist-ing LED will flash.

e) Press the up () arrow twice to moveto the next test, or press the Start/Can-cel keypad to exit the Service Diag-nostic Test, and return to the normalidle state.

Compressor Test

The compressor will turn on during this testand the results will be displayed as follows:

a)The 25 LED in the Time Bar will turnon to indicate that the test is in progress.All the other LEDs should remain off.

b) Press the up () arrow twice to moveto the next test, or press the Start/Can-cel keypad to exit the Service Diag-nostic Test, and return to the normalidle state.

Fan Test

The fan will turn on during this test and theresults will be displayed as follows:



7-3

880-Watt Heater Test

NOTE: The wax motor must be engaged forthis test to avoid opening the heater thermalfuses.

The wax motor and fan will remain on duringthis test, and the 880-Watt heater will turn on.The results will be displayed as follows:

a)The 5 LED in the Time Bar will turn onto indicate that the test is in progress.All the other LEDs should remain off.


SALES DEMO MODETo enter the sales demo mode, press thedown-arrow - buzzer - down-arrow -buzzer keypads within 5 seconds.

Upon entering the sales demo mode, the unitwill begin to chase lights across the activeoverlay to get attention on the sales floor.

In the sales demo mode, no components willactually be turned on.

To exit the sales demo mode, enter the samesequence (down-arrow - buzzer - down-arrow - buzzer within 5 seconds) to return tothe idle state.

Wax Motor Test

The fan will remain on and the wax motor willturn on during this test and the results will bedisplayed as follows:


b) Wait until the 2-minute time period haselapsed to advance to the next test.NOTE: Pressing the up () arrow willnot move to the next test to enforce the2-minute wait. Press the Start/Cancelkeypad to exit the Service DiagnosticTest, and return to the normal idlestate.

440-Watt Heater Test

NOTE: The wax motor must be engaged forthis test to avoid opening the heater thermalfuses.

The wax motor and fan will remain on duringthis test, and the 440-Watt heater will turn on.The results will be displayed as follows:



CONTROL PANEL LAYOUT

7-4

THERMISTOR RESISTANCE CHARTKEYPAD MATRIX CHARTBefore replacing the electronic control board,check for the proper touchpad functioning, asfollows:

1. Disconnect power from the unit.

2. Remove connectors P1 and P13 from theelectronic control board.

3. Using the table below, measure the resis-tance across the switch when the touchpadis pressed. The meter must be connectedwith the proper polarity, as follows:

For an analog meter readout, the resis-tance reading should go from infinity,(open circuit), down to about 10 or 20ohms.

For a digital meter readout, the resis-tance reading should go from infinity,(open circuit), down to about 2 to 4megohms. If a diode is available, youcan use the diode test function of themeter, which will give you a voltage ofabout 1.2 VDC during the test.

4. If any switches fail this test, replace thecontrol panel assembly (see page 5-9 forthe procedure).

If the switches test okay, replace the elec-tronic control board (see page 5-7 for theprocedure).

TOUCHPAD + LEAD LEADStart / Cancel P1-12 P1-2Arrow Down P1-11 P1-3

Arrow Up P1-13 P1-3Dry P1-12 P1-4

Buzzer P1-13 P1-4Heavy DutyCotton Poly

RegularCareCotton Poly

Wool P1-13 P1-5Delicate P1-11 P1-6

QuickCare P1-13 P1-6

P1-11 P1-5

P1-12 P1-5

TEMP F TEMP C OHMS50 10 1990460 15.6 1531470 21.1 1188480 26.7 929890 32.2 7333

100 37.8 5826110 43.3 4663120 48.9 3757130 54.4 3047140 60.1 2487150 65.6 2043160 71.1 1687

7-5

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART

No formula was dispensedduring the misting cycle.

Did not use tensioning acces-sories.

Load contained mixed fabrics.

Not enough formula was dis-pensed due to a clogged filter.

Formula ran out during mistingstage.

Ran the cycle with three articlesof clothing.

Tensioning accessories causeda crease or fold.

Clothing is new and has neverbeen cleaned.

Clothing has difficult-to-removewrinkles.

Some cotton and linen clotheshave difficult-to-remove wrin-kles.

Clothing was wet going in.

Heating element has failed.

Nozzle or filter may be clogged. Soak the nozzle inwarm water to clean, or replace the filter.

Add tensioning accessories.

Run loads that contain similar fabrics. For example,when running a silk blouse (which requires theRegularCare Delicate setting) along with a cottonshirt, performance on the cotton shirt will suffer, ascottons require a longer misting cycle.

Change the filter. NOTE: Every year the filter onthe nozzle pack needs to be changed as it be-comes clogged and reduces the amount of formuladispensed.

Check to see if formula container is in the redcircle. If it is, add more formula, and run the cycleagain.

Run the cycle with two articles of clothing. Thisincreases the space around the clothes, which letsthe heat-activated mist circulate better between theclothes improving performance.

When adding the tensioning accessories, makesure to remove any creases, folds, or pinched fab-ric. If these are present before the cycle starts, theywill be there when the cycle ends.

Clothes that have never been washed before havewrinkles that are more difficult to remove and mayrequire touch-up ironing. Clean the clothes asshown on the care label.

Review the Ready-To-Wear guide at the end ofeach clothing loading section. Some fabrics holdwrinkles better than others.

Run the HeavyDuty cycle.

If clothes are wet going into the clothes vitalizer,they will come out wet. Run the GENTLEDRYcycle until the clothes are dry.

Verify by running the GENTLEDRY cycle to seeif the interior heats up. If it does not heat up, callService for repair.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Finished results arenot as expected,wrinkles still present.

Clothing is wet after aHeavyDuty, Regular-Care, or QUICK-CARE cycle.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Different sounds arecoming from theclothes vitalizer.

This is normal.

Loaded three articles of cloth-ing.

Higher room temperature andhumidity can increase dryingtime.

Nozzle may be partially clog-ged.

Cycle selection was incorrect.

Clothing was touching the inte-rior sides or doors.

Formula dripped off hanger baror accessory.

Clothing was not fully insertedinto the clip.

Formula residue on pads.

This is normal for some cycles.

During the misting stage of a cycle, you will hear aspraying sound. During the drying stage you willhear a low hum coming from the fan. In betweenstages is a dwell time in which a pulsing soundfrom the fan may be heard.

Run the GENTLEDRY cycle until clothes are dry.Three articles of clothing reduce airflow, causingareas on some clothes to be slightly damp at theend of the cycle.

Run the GENTLEDRY cycle for a few minutes.

Clean the nozzle. Clean clothes according to thecare label on the article of clothing.

Clean clothes according to care label on the articleof clothing. Choose the RegularCare setting tomatch the fabric in your load.

Clean clothes according to care label on the articleof clothing. Be sure Clothes Hangers are posi-tioned in the notches on the hanger bar. If clothingis large or bulky, reduce the number of clothesloaded in the clothes vitalizer.

Clean clothes according to the care label on thearticle of clothing. The spots should come out withjust the recommended cleaning method.

Be sure the clothing is fully inserted into the clip. Ifyou are going over a seam, make sure the seamlines up with the contoured area in the middle ofthe clips pad.

Rinse with warm water to remove formula residue.

There may be formula left over after the HeavyDutycycle. Remove the basin cover and dry the basinwith a clean towel.

Formula collects inthe bottom of theclothes vitalizer.

Weight clips fall offclothing.

Water spots onclothes.

Clothing is damp aftera HeavyDuty orRegularCare cycle.

8-1

WIRING DIAGRAM

LineNeutral

P6-5

P9

P10

P2-3

P2-4

P2-5

P8

CON 14-1

CON 14-2

P1 14-Pin Connector

2-Pin Connector

P13

M

M

880W Heater

Fan

Wax Motor

Buzzer

440W Heater 5/400

Compressor

TCO

Opens @ 170C/338FCloses @ 136C/277F

K2

K3

K1

Q3

Q2

Q1

P2-2

P7

Thermistor50K @ 25C / 77F

Door Switch

To Active Overlay

To Active Overlay

Electronic Control

120 VAC, 60 Hz

WH BK

N.C.

LT. BU

VT

Door Switch

BR

BK

GY

RD

YL

WH

BK/RD

WH/RD

OR

8-2

NOTES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

AND

WARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCES

IN THE UNITED STATES:

FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION CALL:

FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WHILE AT THE CUSTOMERS HOME CALL:

THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE LINE: 1-800-253-2870

HAVE YOUR STORE NUMBER READY TO IDENTIFY YOU AS AN

AUTHORIZED SERVICER

FOR LITERATURE ORDERS:

PHONE: 1-800-851-4605

IN CANADA:

FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION CALL:

1-800-461-5681

FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WHILE AT THE CUSTOMERS HOME CALL:

THE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE LINE: 1-800-488-4791

HAVE YOUR STORE NUMBER READY TO IDENTIFY YOU AS AN

AUTHORIZED SERVICER

FOR WHIRLPOOL PRODUCTS: 1-800-253-1301

FOR KITCHENAID PRODUCTS: 1-800-422-1230

FOR ROPER PRODUCTS: 1-800-447-6737

CORPORATION

8178153 l-70 whirlpool personal valet

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