THREE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service call: 1-800-253-1301 In Canada, for assistance call: 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.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 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 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Control panel Model and serial number label Liquid fabric softener dispenser CLOTHES SCRUBBER agitator Lid SMART BLEACH ™ timed bleach dispenser Control panel 4 7. DURASMOOTH™ white porcelain 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 load size) before agitation and timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling; agitation occurs with the washer lid down. During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous rollover action that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash load.
Starting Your Washer ■ Items should move easily through the wash water. Overloading can cause poor cleaning. ■ To reduce wrinkling of permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits, use a large load size to provide more space (see step 5). 2. (OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Bleach will be dispensed automatically during the wash part of the cycle. See “SMART BLEACH™ Timed Bleach Dispenser.
6. Set the TEMPERATURE selector to the correct setting for the type of fabric and soils being washed. Use the warmest water safe for fabric. Follow garment label instructions. ■ Your washer uses the ACCUWASH™ automatic temperature control. The ACCUWASH feature maintains a uniform water temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water. This helps eliminate undissolved detergent and ensures consistent cleaning results. The cold wash is regulated at approximately 75ºF (24ºC).
Rinse and Spin NOTE: Do not wash clothes with this dispenser removed. Do not add detergent or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener use only. 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.
■ Is there excessive sudsing? Always measure detergent. Follow manufacturer’s directions. If you have very soft water, you might need to use less detergent. ■ Is your voltage low? Check your electrical source or call an electrician. Do not use an extension cord. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
The washer basket moves while washing. This is normal. ■ Agitator operation The top of the agitator is loose, or moves in only one direction. This is normal. ■ Load is wrinkled ■ Did you unload the washer promptly? Unload the washer as soon as it stops. ■ Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed? Use the 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.
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 Whirlpool Assistance or Service to better respond to your request.
WHIRLPOOL GOLD® 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 Whirlpool designated service company.