THREESPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/pertormance, parts, accessories or service call: 1-800-253-1301 In Canada, for assistance call: 1-800-461-5681, for installationand service call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.corn/canada Table of Contents ..........................................................
TABLEOFCONTENTS WASHER SAFETY ...................................................................... 3 PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 4 WASHER USE ............................................................................. Understanding Washer Cycles .................................................... Loading ......................................................................................... Normal Washer Sounds ..................................
WASHERSAFETY .. 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 symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. l_ Allhissafety follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or is themessages safety alertwillsymbol. "WARNING.
PARTSANDFEATURES 4 1. 2. Control panel Model and serial number label 3. Liquid fabric softener dispenser 4. XTRA ROLL ACTIONS. Lid 6, SMARTBLEACH" 7. 8. PLUS agitator DURASMOOTH*" white porcelain basket Tub Additional features MAGIC CLEAN" lint filter ACCUWASH" timed bleach dispenser temperature controt system Control panel Norma_ Mid,urn ¢o1_ ..... °":2_1,.
WASHER USE Ln(l J st,m(h ashel (.) dt 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 agitator creates a continuous rollover action that provides a thorough c[eaning of the wash load.
Starting YourWasher 2, • Items should move easily through the wash water. Ovedoading can cause poor cleaning, • To reduce wdnkling of permanent press clothes and som_ synthetic knits, use a large load size to provide more space (see step 5). (OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach intc the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Bleach will be dispensec automatically during the wash part of the cycle. See "SMARTBLEACH'" 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 75°F (24°C).
>.' g.,_[i The timed bleach dispenser automatically dispenses liquid chlorine bleach to the wash load at the appropriate time dudng the cycle to help ensure the cleanest and brightest loads. Bleach is dispensed into the wash load a few minutes after agitation begins in order to give the detergent time to achieve the best soil and stain removal. NOTE: Do not use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or color-safe bleach to your wash load.
= TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested the cost of a sendce call... • Washer stuck here and possibly avoid Washer won't fill, rinse or agitate Is your voltage low? Check your electrical source or call an electrician. Do not use an extension cord. • continues to fill or drain, or the cycle seems 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.
Agitatoroperation Loadiswrinkled m Thetopoftheagitatorisloose,or movesinonlyone direction. Thisisnormal. 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 spi speeds (if available) to reduce wrinkling.
ASSISTANCE ORSERVICE 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.
