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Parts and features LOAD SIZE SELECTOR LAUNDRY information MAGIC CLEAN LINT FILTER TEMPERATURE {not shown) SELECTOR CYCLE CONTROL KNOB EXTRA RINSE SELECTOR LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE {not shown) AGITATOR BASKET Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label. It will be easier to remove before the washer is used. You should wipe out the basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping, Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here 2.
Your responsibilities! Safety first Read this “Use and Care Guide” and your “Laundry Guide" carefuily for important use and safety information. You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer: • is installed by a qualified installer. • is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight.* • is connected to the right kind of outlet, electric supply, water supply and drain.* • is properly grounded^ • is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers.
Starting your nasher 1. Measure and add detergent. 2. Place sorted load in washer. 3. Start the washer. Before starting your washer: ■Oi INFINITE WATER SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOR Select a LOAD SIZE • Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. • Set the knob on or between EX SMALL (a few items) and EX LARGE (a full load). • To change the water level after the washer has started to fill, turn the knob to RESET, then the desired water level.
Select CYCLE and WASH TIME; 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 temper ature. 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 min utes of wash time.
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 A cycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
NOTE; You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycies. in some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing. For better fabric care in the REGULAR cycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the iast few minutes of wash time.
PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle FILL to Selected Level I i 1 WASH 2 Minutes High Speed à WASH 4 Minutes Low Speed PARTIAL DRAIN (Pause) REFILL A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting Fnto these fabrics. COOL DOWN > KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL Cycle I ON 6 NORMAL LIGHT FILL to Selected Level KNITS GENTLE A cycle that gently washes and spins moder ately soiled delicate items and washable knits.
SOAK and PRE-WASH Cycle Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recom mended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be fol lowed by a Wash Cycle. SUPER WASH Cycle Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal. Double the amount of detergent recommended when using the SUPER WASH Cycle. » IMPORTANT: THE WASHER WILL PAUSE BRIEFLY THROUGHOUT EACH CYCLE.
Other operating instructions Extra rinse option (automatic) For a rinse and spin (manual) For an automatic extra rinse in the REGULAR HEAVY or REGULAR NORMAL Cycles: • Flip the Extra Rinse button to the "ON" position before the REGULAR Cycle starts. The washer will auto matically proceed into the extra rinse and spin after the REGULAR Cycle. 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.
For a soak or pre-wash For best results, use warm water for soaking or pre-washing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. 1. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak product. 2. Push Control Knob in. 3. Turn clockwise to point at number in the SOAK Cycie. Use the 4 minute mark for a pre-wash.* 4. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will start. 5. When the cycle is over, add detergent for the next selected wash cycle. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a Wash Cycle.
Liquid fabric softener dispenser 1. Add detergent and load to the basket. 2. Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recom mended on the bottle. 3. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. 4. Dilute fabric softener with hot water. Add enough hot water to fill the dis penser up to the opening. 5. Start the washer. Diluted fabric softener will be added to the load during the deep rinse portion of the cycle. NOTE: Do not stop the washer during this time.
Caring for your washer fi OFF WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned otf, this takes the pressure off the water inlet vaive and hoses. AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cioth to wipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the iid up until the basket is dry. Wipe up spills right away. Spiiis can duil or damage the finish. REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckies, etc., from ciothes before washing. Close metal zippers. SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS shouid never be put on or in the washer.
Service or performance problems caused by the use of any product not manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation are the responsibility of the manufacturer of that product. \^lnterizing 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... OFF 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Puta quart of automotive-type antifreeze in the basket. To use the washer again... 1.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: !• Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
2« ff you need assistance*... 4. If you have a Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE® serv ice assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere In the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained Con sultants. The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satistactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified senrice company in your area.
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WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR 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 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.
