Home Appliances Use And Care oo OI oo Ol A Note to You...............2 Washer Safety..............3 Parts and Features...... 4 Washer Installation..... 5 Operating Your Washer..........................7 Caring for Your Washer........................13 Laundry Tips..............14 Removing Stains....... 18 Troubleshooting........21 Requesting Assistance or Service................... 23 Warranty..................... 24 1-800-447-6737 Call us with questions or comments.
A Note to You Thank you for buying a ROPER® appliance. ROPER appliances give you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registra tion Card provided with your appliance.
Washer Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana tion of the symbol. ÂWARNING This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as fire, electrical shock, burns, and personal injury.
Parts and Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. NOTES: • The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model. They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features. • Page references are included next to some features. Refer to those pages for more information about the features.
Washer Installation Permanent or portable installation is available for your washer. Instructions and kit numbers are detailed in this section. Permanent installation This washer can be converted from portable to permanent. Instructions for permanent installation come with the washer. You will need two fill hoses, one drain hose and four leveling legs. These can be purchased from your Whirlpool Dealer (Kit #3430190).
WASHER INSTALLATION To disconnect washer: • Unplug the electrical power cord and put it back in its storage area. • Turn the water faucet off. • Press the red water flow button to release the water pressure. • Move the locking collar down and pull the hose connector down to disengage from the faucet adapter. • Drain water from the hoses through the hose connector. • Hang the hoses on the storage rack.
Operating Your Washer To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Page references are included for more information. Starting your washer 1. Add measured detergent to the washer. Then place a sorted load of clothes In the washer. • Sort and load clothes as described on pages 14-15. • If desired, you may also add color safe bleach to the wash load. 2.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Select a wash-rinse temperature with the Temperature Selector. Match the water temperature with the type of fabric and soils being washed. • For water temperature guidelines see page 16. o on both models 7. Turn Cycle Selector Knob to the desired setting. See page 9. 8. Push the Start/Pause button to start washer. • The Cycle Selector Knob will NOT rotate as the cycle progresses. • The Cycle Status Lights indicate the operation being performed within the cycle.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Selecting a cycle and time This section illustrates and describes the wash cycles you can select with the Cycle Selector Knob. Use this information to help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels. Depending on your model, your washer may have either five or seven cycles.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using Spin Only The Spin Only cycle helps shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 1. Turn the Cycle Selector Knob to Spin Only, as illustrated. 2. Push the Start/Pause button. The washer drains for 4 minutes and then proceeds to spin. . on both models Manual clean lint filter Clean filter after every load. 1. To remove, grasp the top of the agitator with both hands. Pull upward to remove agitator cap.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Understanding what happens in each cycle When the Cycle Selector Knob is set to a number and the Start/Pause button is pushed, the washer fills (to the selected water level) before agitation and timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling; agitation occurs only with the washer lid down. NOTES: • Cycle Selector Knob will NOT rotate as the cycle progresses. • The Cycle Status Lights will change as the cycle progresses.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less with lower load size settings. Follow manufacturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling. 1. Load the washer. 2. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into the dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip, or run down into washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. 3.
Caring for Your Washer Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. Cleaning your washer Exterior Interior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Occa sionally wipe the outside of the washer to keep it looking like new. Clean interior with 1 cup (250 mL) of chlo rine bleach mixed with 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water.
Laundry Tips This section reviews proper iaundering techniques and gives you additional washing information. Preparing clothes for washing ' Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Remove non washable trim and ornaments. • Empty pockets and turn them inside out. • Turn down cuffs, brush away lint and dirt. • Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.
LAUNDRY TIPS Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Water Level Selector to the highest water level setting.
LAUNDRY TIPS Water guidelines Selecting water temperatures WASH WATER TEMPERATURE* HOT 130°F(54°C) or above WARM 90°-110°F (32°-44°C) COLD 70°-90°F (21°-32°C) SUGGESTED FABRICS COMMENTS • Work clothes • Sturdy whites/colorfast pastels • Diapers • Best cleaning for heavily soiled items • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils, and stains • Prevents graying or yellowing • Dark/noncolorfast colors • Permanent press items • Nylon, polyester, acrylics.
LAUNDRY TIPS Washing special-care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Below are general washing instruc tions for some special washables. ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS Blankets (electric or woolen) Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be necessary.
Removing Stains Stained, heavily-soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing. Stain removal rules • Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. • Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out. Follow package directions for pretreatment products.
REMOVING STAINS STAIN TO REMOVE Deodorants and antipersplrants Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammo nia and color safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Fat, grease, or oil Items soiled with vegetable or cooking oil should not be washed or dried. See vegetable/cooking oil Warning on page 3.
REMOVING STAINS STAIN TO REMOVE Meat fuice, egg Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme presoak at least 30 minutes, or treat stains with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. Wash. Mildew Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. If stain remains, soak in warm water and an color safe bleach for 15 to 30 minutes. Rewash. (Old mildew stains are almost impossible to remove. Mildew fungus destroys or weakens fabrics.
Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for common laundry problems and the next page for common washer problems. If you need further assistance, see page 23.
TROUBLESHOOTING Common washer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the lid closed? Is the Cycle Selector Knob set and the Start/Pause button pushed? NOTE: The Cycle Selector Knob does not rotate as the cycle advances. Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on? Are the water hoses kinked or clogged? Is the drain hose lower than the water level in the washer? It must be higher.
Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on pages 21-22. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* ... Call our toll-free number. Dial toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.: 1-800-44-ROPER 1-800-447-6737 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
ROPER* Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. LIMITED 2ND-5TH YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) Replacement parts for any part of the gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your washer. 2.
