ONE AND TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service call: 1-800-447-6737 In Canada, for assistance call: 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.roper.com or www.roperappliances.com/canada Table of Contents.......................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS WASHER SAFETY ...................................................................... 3 PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 4 WASHER USE .................................................................................5 Understanding Washer Cycles ....................................................5 Loading.........................................................................................5 Normal Washer Sounds ..............................
WASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
PARTS AND FEATURES This manual covers several different models. The washer you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed below. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1 5 2 6 3 7 4 8 Control panel Model and serial number label Liquid fabric softener dispenser† Agitator Lid Liquid bleach dispenser† 7. Basket 8.
WASHER USE Understanding Washer Cycles When the Cycle Control knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected water level) before agitation and timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling; agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down. During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous rollover action (on some models) that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash load.
Normal Washer Sounds Starting Your Washer Your new washer may make sounds your old one didn’t. Because the sounds might be unfamiliar, you may be concerned about them. These sounds are normal. During washing When you select a small load size setting, your washer has a lower water level. This can cause a clicking sound from the upper part of the agitator.
2. (OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some models). Bleach will be dispensed automatically during the wash part of the cycle. ■ Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less with a smaller load size. ■ Follow the manufacturer’s directions for safe use. ■ To avoid spilling, use a cup with a pouring spout. Do not let bleach splash, drip, or run down into the washer basket.
Selecting a Cycle and Time This section describes the available wash cycles and will help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels. ■ The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal. Refer to “Normal Washer Sounds” to learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash cycle. ■ Refer to “Understanding Washer Cycles” to learn what happens during a wash cycle.
Rinse and Spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. 1. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of the Rinse settings. 2. Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer fills to the selected load size, agitates, drains, and spins. Drain and Spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 1.
WASHER CARE Cleaning Your Washer Vacation, Storage and Moving Care Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it. Cleaning the exterior Non-use or vacation care Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as detergent or bleach. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to keep it looking new.
■ TROUBLESHOOTING Washer continues to fill or drain, or the cycle seems stuck First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Washer won’t fill, rinse or agitate ■ ■ Is the top of drain hose lower than the water level in washer? The top of the hose must be higher than the water level in the washer for proper operation. See the Installation Instructions.
■ Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed? Use the Casual/Permanent Press cycle or another cycle with low spin speeds (if available) to reduce wrinkling. ■ Did you overload the washer? The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded. Loads should move freely during washing. ■ Was the wash water warm enough to relax wrinkles, or are you using warm rinses? If safe for the load, use warm or hot wash water. Use cold rinse water.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request. If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use FSP® factory specified parts.
ROPER® WASHER WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this washer is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Roper designated service company.
