Use And Care A Note To You 2 Understanding Washer Safety 3 Knowing Your Washer's Features 4 Operating Your Washer 5 (Selecting speeds page 7) Other Features 12 Laundry Tips 14 If You Need Assistance Or Service 24 1— Warranty 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 appliiince. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of I rouble-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.
ANDING WASHER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSFRUCTIONS AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire, < Jectricei shock or injury to persons when using your wesher, 1 oiiow besic precsutions, inciuding the foiiowing: • 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. Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials.
KNOWING YOUR WASHER’S FEATURES Knowing Your IVasher's Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated iti this section. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your vasher model. They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this bock. Your model may not include all features.
ClP E R A T I N G YOUR WASHER Operating Ybur l/Vasher In This Section Page Before atarting your washer......................... ............5 Page Sel acting a cycie and time.................... ................. 8 Starting or stopping your waaher................. ............5 Usi ng rinse and spin............................. ............... 10 Selecting a load size............... ............... Usi ng drain and spin............................ ............... 10 ............
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Selecting a load size Your washer has a knob or slide Load Size Selector. 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. • If your washer has a knob Load Size Selec tor, turn selector to the desired load size.
IS P E R A T I N G Y O U R W A S H E R Selecting agitation-spin speeds Your washer has either a knob, CLEAN TOUCH"' or push button Speed Selector. 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.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Selecting a cycle and time You will find information you need to help you make correct cycle selections in this section. • Pages 8-10: Use the information on these pages to guide you when selecting a wash cycle and time. • Page 11: Use this page to help you under stand what happens during a wash cycle.
PERATING YOUR WASHER Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system, a cool-down rinse, and a short ened spin to reduce wrinkiing. • Use 9 minutes of wash time to clean perma nent press and some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled. • Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean perma nent press and some synthetics that are iightly soiled. NOTE: The washer pauses briefly during the wash cycle. This is nomnai for washer operation.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using rinse and spin NOTE: If your washer has the Extra Rinse option, see page 1 2 . 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.
PERATING YOUR WASHER What happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected load size) before agitation and timing start. The washer will begin agitating immedi ately after filling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down. After agitation starts, the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. Thi) washer pauses briefly throughout each eye le. These pauses are normal for washer op£ ration.
OTHER FEATURES Other Features In This Section Page Understanding your lint filter................. ...............12 Usi ig the fabric aoftener dispenser .... Page ........13 Using the extra rinse option.................... ...............12 Usi ig the chlorine bleach dispenser... ........13 Your washer may have some of the following features. Understanding the use of the features on your machine wiii help you efficiently use your washer.
OTHER FEATURES Using the fabric softenei' dispenser Dilute fabric softener with warm water to the cross-bar (on some models) 1. Add detergent and load the basket. 2. Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recommended on the package. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. 3. Dilute fabric softener with warm water. Fill dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the cross-bar in the pouring well. 4. Start the washer.
LAUNDRY TIPS Laundry Tips In This Section Page Before you wash.................................... .................14 Page Soh ing laundering problems................... ............22 Removing stains.................................... ................15 Cari ng for your washer............................ ............23 Water usage guide................................ ................18 Can 1 during periods of non-use............... ............23 Using laundry aids...............................
LAUNDRY TIPS Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest load size setting.
LAUNDRY TIPS Stain removal guide STAIN TO REMOVE Alcoholic beverage Blood These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh stains with cold water. Wash. If stain emains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water, liquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse. Wash. Rinse immediately or soak in cold wa:er with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
LAUNDRY TIPS STAIN TO REMOVE Iron or rust Colored or noncolorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if ne :essary. White or colorfast Items: Try a rust emover. Test first on inside seam or hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinsu. Wash.
LAUNDRY TIPS Water usage guide Water temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR COMMENTS HOT 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 pages 15-17 for more information.) Chlorine bleach • Use bleach dispenser if your machine has one. (See page 13.) • If your washer does not have a bleach dispenser: 1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load. 2. Measure bleach. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Dilute measured bleach in 1 quart (1 L) of water. 3.
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, electric and woolen Pretreat spots and stains. Selec [ water temperature, cycle, and time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be necessary. If manufacturer reco Timends machine washing: 1.
LAUNDRY TIPS Fiberglass materials Do not wash fiberglass materia s in your washer. Glass particles could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. Knits Knits are comfortable to wear bacause they stretch. However, this means that knits are more likely to be : tretched and damaged when washed (especially bulky knits). Knits rrade 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 undtirstand the cause. Check the following list for problems you may have and possible causes. If you need additional help, check the “Assistance or Service” section of this book.
LAUNDRY TIPS Caring for your washer • Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. • Remove hard water deposits using oniy cieaners labeled as washer safe. • If the washer interior needs cleaning (for example, after tinting or dyeing), put 1 cup (250 mL) of chiorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hot water. If staining occurs on following loads, repeat the process.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Ass istance Or Service 1. Before calling for assistance ... Is your water turned on? Is the power cord plugged in? 1 Have you blown a fuse or tripped thu circuit breaker? If you need more help, check the chart below.
IF YOU NEED IaSSISTANCE OR SERVICE 2. If you need assistance* ... Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained consuitants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appli ance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. If you prefer, write to: Mr.
WHIRLPOOL’ Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PtY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP® replacement parti; and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmansl- ip. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool®“ i ¡ervice company. From Date of Purchase LIMiTED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMfTED TEN-YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defec tive in materials or workmanship.
