UseAndCare A Note To You 2 Understanding Washer Safety 3 Knowing Your Washer’s Features 4 Operating Your Washer 5 Other Features 10 Laundry Tips 12 If You Need Assistance Or 22 24 ONE AND TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC PART NO.
A Note ToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFt INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons including the when using your washer, follow basic precautions, Read all instructions before using your washer. l Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or other flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials. .
Knowing Your Washer’s Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated in this section. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model. They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.
Operating In This Section Before starting your washer or stopping Starting Your Washer Page ..... .. .... ..... ... ... ...... .. 6 your washer ... ..... ... ... ...... . 6 Selecting Page a cycle and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using rinse and spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..__................... 6 Selecting a load size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Using drain and spin . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your machine has a slide Load Size Selector, you may set the load size anywhere on or between the small and ex large settings. To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill, move the Selector to the desired new setting. NOTE: If your washer has RESET on the Load Size Selector, change the load size selection by first moving the Selector to RESET, then to the new load size. l Load size tips Items should move freely in the washer.
Regular cycle (1 speed models) The Regular cycle features high spin speeds to shorten drying time. (2 speed models) The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash system and high spin speeds to shorten drying time. (all models) 9 Use Heavy, 14 minutes of wash time, to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled. l Use Normal, 10 minutes of wash time, to clean cotton and linen fabrics that are moderately soiled.
Short cycle (1 speed models) The Short cycle features a brief wash cycle and shorter spins. l Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean delicate items and washable knits that are lightly to moderately soiled. Soak/Pre-Wash cycle (on some models) The SoakIPre-Wash cycle features a brief period of high speed agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. l Use warm water for prewashing stained laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See page 13 for stain removal information. .
What happens in each When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected load size) before agitation and timing start. The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down. After agitation starts, the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. cycle The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal for washer operation.
Other Features In This Section Using the extra rinse option Using the fabric softener Page ..... ..... ... ... ...... .. .. .. 1 0 dispenser Using the chlorine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 MAGIC CLEAN’ bleach dispenser Page . . . . . . . . . . . 11 lint filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . 1 1 Your washer may have some of the following features. Understanding the use of the features on your machine will help you efficiently use your washer.
Using the chlorine bleach dispenser (on some models) Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 250 mL (1 cup) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow manufacturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling. Load the washer. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip or run down into washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. Start the washer.
Laundry In This Tips Section Page Before you wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Removing stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Water usage guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Using laundry Washing aids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest load size setting.
Stain removal STAIN guide TO REMOVE Alcoholic beverage I These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh stains with cold water. Wash. If stain remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water, liquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse. Wash. Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
STAIN TO REMOVE Colored or noncolorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White or colorfast items: Try a rust remover. Test first on inside seam or hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a Ketchup or tomato prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash.
Water Water usage guide temperature WASH RINSE HOT 54°C (130°F) or above COLD Heavy soils Work clothes Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers l l l l WARM 32”-44°C (90”-110°F) COLD l l l l l l COLD 21”-32°C (70”-90°F) COLD COMMENTS USE FOR l l l l Gives best cleaning for heavy soils. Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils and stains. Prevents graying and yellowing.
Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 13, for more information.) Chlorine bleach Use bleach dispenser if your machine has one. (See page 11.) l If your washer does not have a bleach dispenser: 1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load. 2. Measure bleach. Never use more than 250 mL (1 cup) for a full load. Dilute measured bleach in 1L (1 quart) of water. 3. Add bleach to the wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle.
Washing special-care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow label directions when they are available. General washing instructions for some special washables are included in this section. Blankets, woolen electric and Curtains, drapes, slipcovers Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be necessary. If manufacturer recommends machine washing: 1.
Fiberglass materials Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. Knits Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However, this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and damaged when washed (especially bulky knits). Knits made of synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic tend to keep their original shape more than a knit made of cotton or ramie. 1.
Solving laundering problems Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for problems you may have and possible causes. If you need additional help, check the “Assistance or Service” section of this book.
Caring for your washer Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe. If the washer interior needs cleaning (for example, after tinting or dyeing), put 250 mL (1 cup) of chlorine bleach and 500 mL (2 cups) of detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hot water. If staining occurs on following loads, repeat the process. Sharp or heavy objects can damage your washer.
If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems, their causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service. When calling an authorized Whirlpool service company for help or calling for service, please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date.
POSSIBLE PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Washer fills and drains without running Cycle control knob is not pointing to a number in the cycle. Set cycle control knob on correct number in the cycle. Washer drains during wash and rinse cycles, or water siphons out Drain hose is lower than the water level in the washer. Adjust drain hose so that it is higher than the water level in the washer. 2. If your problem is not due to one of the items listed in Step 1 . . .
WHIRLPOOL* Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY7 FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP’ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. The gearcase assembly is shown in the “Assistance or Service” section of this book.