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A Note ToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool* appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-cless 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 Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFt INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons when using your washer, follow bask precautions, including the Read all instructions before using your washer. l 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 Features Your Washer’s The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. Cycle control knob and selector I Consumer A8siobnco Center number (1-60&2581301) Model and serial number plats (undsr lid) Bleach dsp-rI Agitator .-: Basket .
Operating In This Your Washer Section Paw Paw your washer ............................. .5 Using rinss and spin ....................................... 6 Starting or stopping your wash= .................... .5 Mecfng a load l izo .......................................... 5 Using drain and spin ...................................... .6 .......................... .6 6slocting a cycle and time ................................. 6 Using ths chlorine blwch dispsnssr ............ .
Load size tips Items should move freely during the wash. Do not overload the machine or select a load size that is too small for the wash load. Use the Large load size setting for best results with permanent press clothes. Reduce wash time when using the Small load size setting. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time. l l l Selecting a wash temperature Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed. All rinses are cold.
Heavy cycle The Heavy cycle features hot water for heavy soils and longer spins to shorten drying time. l Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed fabrics and heavily soiled loads. Normal cycle The Normal cycle features warm wash water and longer spins to shorten drying time. This cycle is suitable for most wash loads. l Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean cottons, permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are moderately to heavily soiled.
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 until indicator points to RINSE, as illustrated. 2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain, and spin.
What happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills to the selected water level with the selected water temperature before agitation and timing start. The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down. After agitation starts, the knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. The washer pauses brldly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal for washer operation.
Laundry In This Tips Section PWiP Pa* Before you wash ............................................... 10 6olving laundering problem8 ....................... 16 Removing stains ............................................... 11 Water uoago guide ............................................ 14 caring for your wdler Using laundry dda ........................................... 15 .................................. 19 Cam during pwiodm of non-me ...................19 .................................
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the Large setting. FULL-SIZE LOADS Mlxed Load 1 double sheet 2 pillowcases 6 T-shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 6 handkerchiefs Heavy Work Clothes 1 pair pants 2 shirts 2 pair jeans 1 coverall Dellcates 2 4 4 2 2 camisoles slips panties bras nighties Removing l l removal Towels 7 bath towels 4 hand towels 7 wash cloths l l or soaking Use warm water for soaking or pre-washing stained laundry.
Stain removal STAlN Alcoholk beverage Blood Chewing gum Chocolate or coffee Crayon and candle wax Cream, milk or ice cream Deodorant0 and antiperspirente Fat, grease or oil Fruit stains Greu or w-n vegetables Ink or ballpoint pen ink 12 guide TO REMOVE 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. Wash.
STAIN Iron or rust Ketchup or tomato products Lipstick Meal juice, egg Mildew Mustard Paint Perspiration Scorch Soft drinks TO REMOVE Colored or noncolorfast Items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White or colorlad Items: Try a rust remover. Test first on inside seam or hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil and stain remover.
Water Water usarre auide - temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR HOT COLD l 130°F (54°C) l or above l l WARM go’-11 O’F COLD l l (32”-44%) l l l l COLD 70’-90°F (21 O-32%) COLD l l l l COMMENTS Heavy soils Work clothes Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers l l l Light and moderate soils Dark or noncolorfast colors Moderately soiled permanent press Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens Knits and delicate fabrics Prewash, soak Very lightly soiled items Moderately soiled ite
Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on pages 1 l-1 3 for more information.) Fire or Explodon Hamrd . Store flammable solvents or liquids away from your washer. l Dry-cleaning solvents or fluids should not be put directly into your washer. l Items treated with solvents should be rinsed and air dried before washing in your washer. The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.
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.
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.
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 ‘If You Need Assistance or Service” section of this book.
c . Caring l l l l 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 only cleaners labeled as washer safe. If the washer interior needs cleaning (for example, after tinting or dyeing), 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 staining occurs on following loads, repeat the process.
If You Need Assistance Or Service 1. Before calling for assistance ... Is your water turned on? q q - Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? If you need more help, check the chart below.
2. lf you need assistance* ... 4. If you need FSP ment parts . . . Call WhIrlpool Consumer Asslstance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free irom anywhere In the U.S.A.: 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.
WHIRLPOOL” Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSPe replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. LIMITED FIVE-Y EAR WARRANlY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship.