UseAndCare A Note To You 2 Understanding Washer Safety 3 Knowing Your Washer’s Features 4 Operating Your Washer 5 Other Features 10 Laundry Tips 12 If Yqu‘Need ~~sssttce Or . 22 24 Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC or comments.
A Note ToYou 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 Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic 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 pat-k and features before using your washer.
Operating I- ~ ~ In This Before Section starting Starting Your Washer your washer or stopping ............................. I5 your washer Page a cycle and time ............................. .6 ..................... 5 Using rinse and spin ...................................... .8 .5 Using drain and spin ...................................... .8 Selecting a load size ......................................... Selecting wash-rinse temperatures Selecting ................ .
Load size tips Items should move freely in the washer. Do not overload the machine or select a load size that is too small for the wash load. Use a large load size setting for best results with permanent press clothes. Reduce wash time when using small load size settings. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time. l l l Selecting wash-rinse temperatures Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed.
Regular cycles The Regular cycles feature longer spins to shorten drying time. l Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed fabrics and heavily soiled loads. l Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean regular loads of fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled. Regular Permanent Press cycle cycles The Permanent Press cycles feature a cooldown rinse, pulsed spinning, and shorter spins to reduce wrinkling.
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 the indicator points to RINSE, as illustrated. 2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain, and spin.
-.__I--- What happens in each 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; 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. m-1 Regular and Delicate w 4 cycles I L---“-Y.
Other Features In This Section Using the fabric Using the chlorine softener dispenser bleach dispenser Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Page Manual clean lint filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Your washer has the following features. Understanding the use of the features on your machine will help you efficiently use your washer. Using the fabric softener dispenser 1. Add detergent and load the basket. 2.
Manual clean lint filter Clean lint filter after every load. 1. To remove, grasp the top of the agitator with both hands. Pull upward to remove agitator cap. Lint filter is attached to the end of the shaft. 2. Detach lint filter by pinching forked ends of shaft together. Slide lint filter off shaft. 3. Wash or wipe the lint filter clean. 4. Slide filter back into place on shaft (open end up). Snap into place. 5. Push lint filter and agitator cap firmly back into agitator.
Laundry I In This Tips Section Before you wash .............................................. Removing .12 Solving laundering problems stains ............................................... 13 Caring for your washer Water usage guide.. .......................................... 16 Saving energy Using laundry Washing aids .......................................... special-care items ............................ .17 Winterizing Page ...................... .20 ...........................
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-size loads, use the LARGE load size setting.
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. Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
STAIN TO REMOVE Ink or ballpoint pen ink Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol. Sponge stain continuously 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.) Colored or non-colorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White or colorfast items: Try a rust remover.
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Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 13, for more information.) Chlorine Fabric l l bleach Use bleach dispenser. l Follow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates, or some flame-retardant fabrics. l Measure bleach. Do not guess. For this machine, never use more than % cup (125mL) for a full load. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle.
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 “Assistance or Service” section of this book. CAUSE PROBLEM Brown, yellow stains l l l Dye transfer l l Chlorine staining Iron in water heater or pipes Iron and manganese in water Improper sorting Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle Improper sorting .
Caring for your washer To keep your washer looking like new: l 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. When removing hard water deposits, use only cleaners labeled as being washer safe.
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. When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service, please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date. (See page 2.
POSSIBLE PROBLEM CAUSE - SOLUTION Washer fills and drains without running Cycle control knob is not pointing to a number in the cycle. Set cycle control knob on correct number in the cycle. Washer drains during wash and rinse cycles, or water siphons out Drain hose is lower than the water level in the washer. Adjust drain hose so that it is higher than the water level in the washer. 2. If you need --L .-. assistance ... Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number.
WHIRLPOOL@ Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. FSP replacement parts for top and lid if defective in materials or workmanship.
