UseAndCare A Note to You ......................... 2 Washer Safety ........................ 3 Parts and Features ................. 4 Operating Your Washer ......... 5 Starting your washer ........... 5 Stopping/restarting your washer ........................ 7 Selecting a cycle, time, and temperature ................. 7 Using rinse and spin ........... 9 Using drain and spin ........... 9 Understanding normal washer sounds.. .................. 9 Understanding what happens in each cycle ......
A Note to You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL* appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL washers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your washer properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
Washer Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or other injuries.
Parts and Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer, Page references are included next to some features. Refer to those pages for more information about the features. Extra rinse selector in .G\ \ Wash temperature selector / (PP. 6, 7) Cycle conb,rol knob Load size selector (PP. 6-g) (P. 6) Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (P.
Operating Your Washer To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Page references are included for more information. Explosion Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids. No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
5. Turn the Load Size selector to the setting that corresponds with the size of your wash load and the type of fabric being washed. l The Load Size selector has 3 load size settings: Small/Quick Wash, Medium, and Large. l To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill, turn the Selector to the desired new setting. Medium Quick Load Size 6. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, set the Extra Rinse selector to On to add an additional rinse and spin to the end of the wash cycle. Extra 7.
9. Pull out the Cycle Control start the washer. Knob to Stopping/restarting your washer *To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control Knob. *To restart the washer, close the lid (if necessary) and pull out the Cycle Control Knob. Selecting a cycle, time, This section shows how to select a wash cycle, time, and temperature. The labels next to the selections on the Wash Temperature selector are recommended wash cycles, load colors, and types of loads to use with each temperature.
Wrinkle Resist Heavy Wash Temperature ALLRINSES COLD Delicate Cycle Use the 15-minute Heavy cycle for cleaning large loads of sturdily constructed fabrics, or large loads that are heavily soiled. After the Heavy cycle is completed, the washer automatically advances into the Normal cycle. Quick Normal Cycle The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system, high agitation speeds, and longer spin speeds to shorten drying time. Use this cycle for cleaning cotton and linen fabrics.
Using rinse and spin NOTE: An Extra Rinse option is available in all cycles. See page 6. When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. 1. To add an extra rinse, push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn clockwise to Rinse, as illustrated. 2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. The washer fills to selected load size, agitates, drains, and spins.
Understanding what happens in each cycle 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 begins agitating immediately after filling; agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down. During agitation, the XTRA ROLL ACTION* agitator creates a continuous rollover action that orovides rrl a thorough cleaning of the wash load.
Adding liquid chlorine bleach Use your washer’s liquid chlorine bleach dispenser to add bleach to the wash load. Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) 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. 1. Load the washer. 2. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into the dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip, or run down into washer basket.
Caring for Your Washer Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. Cleaning your washer Exterior Interior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Occasionally wipe the outside of the I washer to keep it looking like new. Clean interior with 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach mixed with 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water.
Laundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques information. Preparing clothes for washing Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Remove nonwashable trim and ornaments. Empty pockets and turn them inside out. Turn down cuffs, brush away lint and dirt. Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the highest load size setting.
Water guidelines Selecting water WASH WATER TEMPERATURE+ HOT 130°F (54°C) or above temperatures SUGGESTED l l l WARM 90-l 10°F (32-44°C) COLD 70-90°F (21-32”(Z) FABRICS Work clothes Sturdy whites/colorfast pastels Diapers DarkInoncolorfast colors 0 Permanent press items l Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woolens l Knits/delicate fabrics l .
Washing special-care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Below are general washing instructions for some special washables. ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS Blankets (electric or woolen) Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be necessary. Check care label to see if manufacturer recommends machine washing.
Removing Stains Stained, heavily soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing loosen soil before washing. Stain removal rules Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. l Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out. Follow package directions for pretreatment products. .
TO REMOVE 1 STAIN Deodorants and antiperspirants Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammonia and color safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. I4 4 I I Fire Hazard No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it (including cooking oils). Doing so can result in death or fire.
STAIN TO REMOVE Ketchup or tomato products Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash. Lipstick Apply nonflammable fabric cleaner or prewash soil and stain remover. Blot with absorbent material. Repeat if necessary. Rinse. If stain still remains. rub with liauid deteraent. Wash. Meat juice, egg Scrape off excess with a dull knife.
Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for common laundry problems and the next page for common washer problems. If you need further assistance, see page 22. Common laundry __-~.-- PROBLEM Brown, yellow stains Dye transfer Gray whites, dingy colors problems CAUSE Chlorine staining *Iron in water heater or pipes; iron and manganese l l Improper sorting .
Common washer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the lid closed? @a b2J Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out? Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage? Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on? Are the water hoses kinked or clogged? Is the drain hose higher than the water level in the washer? It must be higher for proper operation.
Requesting or Service Assistance This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. 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. (See page 2.) This information will help us respond to your request. 1. Before calling for assistance . .. 3.
WHIRLPOOl Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE FSP’ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship.