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Contents Page Important Safety Instructions. Operating Instructions Starting your washer What happens in each cycle Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin . Drain and spin . Liquid bleach dispenser . MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter Liquid fabric softener dispenser................ If You Need Service Or Assistance. Whirlpool Automatic Washer Warranty.................... 01990 Whirlpool Corporation 3 4-5 5-9 10 10 10 11 11 Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance.
ImportantSafetyInstructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: l l l l l l l Read all instructions before using the washer. NEVER wash items cleaned, washed, soaked in or spotted wrth wax, paint, gasoline, or flammable fluids in the washer. The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics containing these materials.
II OperatingInstructions Starting your washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it. 1. Select a load size Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. l Set the knob on EX SMALL (a few small items), MEDIUM or EX LARGE (a full load). NOTE: For best washing results, items should move freely in the washer. Do not overload the washer or choose a water level that is too low for your wash load.
3. Select cycle and wash time Start th6 washer . Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise. . Stop when the indicator on the knob’s outer ring points to the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. . Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Control Knob. The washer will fill to the selected water level with the selected wash water temperature. After fillinq, the washer will aqitate for the selected number of minuies.
II Operating Continued Instructions Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed that are heavily soiled. 6 fabrics Regular/Normal Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled.
Permanent Press/Normal Cycle A cycle designed for moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. FILL to Selected Level 6 Minutes High Speed Permanent Press/Light Cycle A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items.
Operating Continued Instructions Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. Knits Gentle/Light Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits. to Selected Level to Selected Level 2 Minutes Low Speed 2 Minutes Low Speed for Deep Rinse Low Speed, Spray Rinse Alndicates that machine is pausing for a brief soak period.
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. to Selected Level 4 Minutes High Speed PARTIAL DRAIN No Agitation After the partial drain, the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle. Be sure to use enough detergent for the double wash.
II OtherOperatingInstructions Rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated. 3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level, agitate, drain and spin. Drain and spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 1.
MAGICCLEAN”lint filter The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself. During agitalion, wash and rinse water pass over the filter, separating lint from water. The collected particles of lint are then continuously spun away from the filter and washed out of the system at the end of the wash cycle. If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint collected in the tub or strainer. Liquid fabric softener dispenser 1. Add detergent and load to the basket. 2.
If YouNeedSewiceOrAssistance We suggest you follow these steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
4. If you need FSP” replacement parts’... 5. If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved’... FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance.
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Whirlpool”Automatic WasherWarranty AWOO 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 (including lop and lid rust) or workmanship. Service must be provided bv an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any gearcase assembly if defective or workmanship. The gearcase is shown below.
