Whirlpool Use And Care A Note To You 2 Understanding Washer Safety 3 Knowing Your Washer's Features 4 Operating Your Washer 5 Other Features 12 Laundry Tips 14 If You Need Assistance Or Service 24 Warranty 28 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments.
A NOTE TO YOU ANoteToYbu Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Owner ship Registration Card provided with your appliance.
UNDERSTANDING WASHER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electricai shock or injury to persons when using your washer, foilow basic precautions, inciuding the following: • Read all instructions before using your washer. • Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or other flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
KNOWING YOUR WASHER’S FEATURES Knowing Your Washer's Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. NOTE: 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.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Operating Ybur Washer In This Section Page Page Before starting your washer.................. ........... 5 Selecting a cycle and time............. Starting or stopping your washer........ ........... 5 Using rinse and spin....................... ................. 10 Selecting a load size.............................. ........... 6 Using drain and spin...................... .............. 10 Selecting wash-rinse temperatures .... ........... 6 What happens in each cycle......
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Selecting a load size Position the Load Size Selector at the setting that corresponds to the size load you want to wash. Select a load size based upon the size of the load and the fabric you are washing. See page 14 for additional loading information. To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill, move the Selector to the desired new setting.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Selecting agitation-spin speeds Match the agitation and spin speeds to the type of fabric and soil being washed. The top speed is the agitation speed and the bottom speed is the spin speed. Your washer has either a knob or CLEAN TOUCH™ Selector. NOTE: If you have selected high speed agitation, the Gentle Wash system helps protect your fabrics by reducing wash agitation speed during the last few minutes of wash agitation in the Regular and Permanent Press cycles.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Regular cycle The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash system If high-speed agitation is selected. • Use 10-14 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed cotton fabrics and heavily soiled loads. • Use 6-10 minutes of wash time to clean loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled. Regular ¿a Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system, if high-speed agitation is selected, and a cool-down rinse to reduce wrinkling.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Pre-Wash cycle (on some models) The Pre-Wash cycle features a brief period of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. • Use warm water for prewashing stained laundry (hot water can set stains). See page 15 for stain removal information. • After the Pre-Wash cycle ends, add deter gent and set a new wash cycle.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using 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 and turn clockwise to RINSE, as illustrated. 2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain, and spin. Using 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.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER What happens in each cycle When the cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before agitation and timing start. The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling; agita tion can occur with the washer lid up or down. After agitation starts, the knob turns ciockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle.
OTHER FEATURES Other Features In This Section Page Using the fabric softener dispenser..... ........ 12 Page MAGIC CLEAN'® iint filter........... ................. 13 Using the chiorine bieach dispenser.... ........ 12 Manual clean lint filter................. ................. 13 Your washer may have some of the following features. Understanding the use of the features on your machine helps you efficiently use your washer. Using the fabric softener dispenser (on some models) 1.
OTHER FEATURES MAGIC CLEAN® lint filter (on some models) The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself. During agitation, wash and rinse water pass over the filter, separating the lint from the water. The lint is then spun away from the filter and out of the system during the spin part of the cycle. If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint collected in the tub or strainer.
LAUNDRY TIPS Laundry Tips In This Section Page Before you wash.............................. ............... 14 Page Solving laundering problems........ ............. 22 Removing stains.............................. ............... 15 Caring for your washer................... ............. 23 Water usage guide........................... ............... 18 Saving energy.................................. ............. 23 Using laundry aids.......................... ...............
LAUNDRY TIPS Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest water level setting.
LAUNDRY TIPS Stain removal guide STAIN TO REMOVE Alcoholic beverage These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh stains with cold water. Wash. If stain remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water, liquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse and rewash. Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
LAUNDRY TIPS STAIN TO REMOVE Ink or ballpoint pen ink Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol. Sponge stain continu ously until all bleeding stops. Let dry. Repeat if necessary. Wash. If stain remains, bleach if safe for fabric. (India and other indelible inks are almost impossible to remove completely.) Iron or rust Colored or non-colorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.
LAUNDRY TIPS Water usage guide Water temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR COMMENTS HOT 130°F (54°C) or above COLD • Heavy soils • Work clothes • Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels • Diapers • Gives best cleaning for heavy soils. • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils and stains. • Prevents graying and yellowing.
LAUNDRY TIPS Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 15, for more information.) Chlorine bleach • Use bleach dispenser if your machine has one. • If your washer does not have a bleach dispenser: 1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load. 2. Dilute measured bleach in 1 quart (1L) of water. 3. Pour bleach around agitator, not directly on load. • Follow directions on care labels.
LAUNDRY TIPS Washing special-care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow label directions when they are available. General washing instructions for some special washables are included in this section. Blankets Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be necessary. If manufacturer recommends machine washing: 1. Measure blanket before washing. 2.
LAUNDRY TIPS Fiberglass materials Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. Knits Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However, this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and damaged when washed (especially bulky knits). Knits made of synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic tend to keep their original shape more than a knit made of cotton or ramie. 1.
LAUNDRY TIPS Solving laundering problems Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for problems you may have and possible causes. If you need additional help, check the “Assis tance or Service’’ section of this book.
LAUNDRY TIPS Caring for your washer To keep your washer looking like new: • Wipe up detergent, bleach or other spills with a soft, damp cloth as they occur. • Sharp or heavy objects should not be put on or in the washer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc. • If the washer interior needs cleaning, put 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hot water.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems, their causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE SOLUTION PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Washer fills and drains without running Cycle control knob is not pointing to a number in the cycle. Washer drains Drain hose is lower than the during wash and water level in the washer. rinse cycles, or water siphons out 2. If you need assistance ... Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
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WHIRLPOOL^ Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool®^ service company. From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defec tive in materials or workmanship.
