EASY.TO.USE AUTOMATIC WASHERS Uss & Cars (_.ukt_ For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service call: 1-800-253-1301 In Canada, for assistance call: 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website www.whirlpool.com at or www.whirlpool.com/canada. Table of Contents ..............................................................
TABLEOF CONTENTS WASHER SAFETY ...................................................................... 3 PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................ 4 WASHER USE ............................................................................. Understanding Washer Cycles .................................................... Loading ......................................................................................... Normal Washer Sounds .................................
m WASHERSAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or Thissafety is themessages safety alertwillsymbol. "WARNING.
PARTSANDFEATURES This manual covers several different models. The washer you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed below. 5. Lid 1. Control panel 2. Model and serial number label 3. Liquid fabric softener dispenser 6. Liquid bleach dispenser 7. DURASMOOTH TMwhite porcelain basket 4. XTRA ROLL ACTION '_ agitator 8. Tub Control panel Super Wash/Heavy Quick Wash __ ............. Quick Wash h_',"_off _-,'.
WASHERUSE i i_• ._.• ...... ! ...... i_ F •J .... _ ; i _ 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 begins agitating immediately after filling; agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down. During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous rollover action that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash load.
2. l Items should move easily through the wash water. Overloading can cause poor cleaning. a To reduce wrinkling of permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits, use a large load size to provide more space (see step 5). (OPTIONAL) Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Bleach will be diluted automatical]y during the wash part of the cycle. Fire Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
Select a wash temperature with the WASH TEMPERATURE selector. The selections are color-coordinated with the cycles on the Cycle Control knob so you can select a water temperature that matches the type of fabric and soils being washed. Follow garment label instructions. 6.
Delicates cycle The Delicates cycle features low-speed agitation for gentle soil removal from delicate items and washable knits. Low spin speeds minimize wrinkling. Use this cycle for cleaning lightly to moderately soiled loads. Hand Washables The Hand Washables cycle features a series of brief, low-speed agitations and short soaks to gently clean special-care items. Low spin speeds minimize wrinkling. Use this cycle for cleaning lightly soiled hand washables.
• TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested the cost of a service call... Do not use Washer continues to fill or drain, orthe cycle seems stuck here and possibly avoid Is the top of drain hose lower than the water level in washer? The top of the hose must be higher than the water _evel in the washer for proper operation. See the Installation Instructions. Washer won't fill, rinse or agitate • Is your voltage low? Check your electrical source or can an electrician. an extension cord.
Load is wrinkled Agitator operation • The top of the •gitator direction. This is normal. is loose, or moves in only one • Did you unload the washer promptly? Unload the washer as soon as it stops. • Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed? Use the Casual/Permanent Press cycle or another cycle with low spin speeds (if available) to reduce wrinkling. • Did you overload the washer?. The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded. Loads should move freely during washing.
ASSISTANCE ORSERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting." It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need he_p, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request. If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use FSP ®factory specified parts.
WHIRLPOOL* WASHERWARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this washer is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.