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Contents Page IO Page PARTS AND FEATURES IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . ... OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. For a Drain and Spin For a Soak . . Cleaning the Lint Filter 2 3 4 Starting Your Washer . ... What Happens in Each Cycle OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. 4 6 10 10 For a Rinse and Spin . CARING . FOR YOUR WASHER Winterizing . .
Addifional Safety Instructions ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry place where children can’t reach them- in a locked cabinet if possible. ALWAYS read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laundry aids - especially warnings and precautions. HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover.
Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in fhe washer before starting it. 1 . Select l l 2. a LOAD SIZE Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. The water level can be set for EX SMALL (a few items), MED or LARGE(a full load). NOTE: Use the LARGE water level for besf permanent press results.
3. Start the washer A. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. C. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temperature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes. B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows 6 minutes of agitation in the REGULARNORMAL Cycle. D.
What Happens in Each Cycle* Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH agitation time. When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before agitation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns clock-wise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. REGULAR HEAVY Cycle DRAIN No Agitation A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing.
PARTIAL DRAIN (Pause] A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. SHORT Cycle Use for delicate items that need a short wash and spin time. Wash nylon hose or panty hose in a net laundry bag. SOAK Cycle Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent or presoak additive.
-1.- 1 I I’ 1 1’ 1 Cycle 1 Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. laundry.
Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.) 1. Push Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any l on the dial. Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. 1. Push Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle. See See above drawing. 3. Pull Control Knob out.
Cleaning the lint filter Clean filter after every load for best filtering results. NOTE: The load type will vary the amount of lint build-up. To ciean: 1. Lift off the agitator barrel. 2. Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barrel. The filter is not removable. 3. Replace the agitator barrel and snap into place.
Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off, this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the lid up until the basket is dry. Wipe up spills right away. Spills can dull or damage the finish. REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers. SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer.
Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather... 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. To use the washer 2. Put a quart of automotive-type antifreeze in the basket. again... 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer 3. Turn on the water faucets. 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see page 10).
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
2. If you need assistance?.. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE’” service assistance telephone number. Dlai free from anywhere in the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained Consultants The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. 3. If you need service?..
WHIRLPOOL” AUTOMATIC WMHER WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP” replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials orworkmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE@ 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. The gearcase assembly is shown below.
