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LL Parts and features MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE LINT SCREEN -- DRYER DRUM WASHER CONTROLS DRYERCONTROLS WASHER LID LATCH OPTIONAL EXHAUST OUTLET LINT FILTER [Not Shown] BASKET AGITATOR TUB Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label. It will be easier to remove before the washerodryer is used. You should wipe out the washer basket and dryer drum with a clamp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping.
LLI Contents Page PARTS AND FEATURES ....... BEFORE USING YOUR WASHER.DRYER ............. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............. WASHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .............. Starting Your Washer ....... What Happens in Each Cycle ................... OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .............. For a Rinse and Spin ....... For a Drain and Spin ....... For a Soak or Pre-Wash .... Cleaning the Lint Filter ..... DRYER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .............. Starting Your Dryer ......... Automatic Cycles ..
Important safety instructions _ injury to persons when using your washer/dryer, follow WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or basic precautions, including the following: Read these Laundry Instructions for important use and safety information before using your washer/dryer. NEVER wash or dry items cleanec _, was_ed, soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, or flammable fluids in the washer. The fumes can create o FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.
I:11 Additional Safety Instructions ALWAYS shut off the gas valve leaving on vacation. before ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord before attempting to service the washer/dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is a gas dryer. • FOR YOUR SAFETY • IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. OPEN WINDOWS. 2. DON'T TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES, 3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME. 4. IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS SUPPLIER. DO NOT machine wash glass fiber materials.
Ili Washer operating instructions Starting Your Washer aBesorted in the and washer starting sure toload measure add before detergent, thenit.place 1. Select a LOAD SIZE • Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. • The washer can be set for EX SMALL, MEDIUM or LARGE loads. Select the water level that matches the load size. See your "Laundry on load sizes. 2.
II To hold the washer lid up, lift the lid until it snaps past the latch. To release the lid, push the lid latch up. CYCLE and 3. Select Start the washer A. WASH TIME; Push in the Control Knob and turn itto the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. Co Start the washer by pulling out the control knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temperature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes.
Ili What Happens in Each Cycle* Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH agitation time. When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before agitation and timing starts.
!1i turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing. Gentle Wash System For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESScycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time.
II! KNITS/GENTLE Cycle $ FLL, o'W H'l IWI' SH jSelected 6 Minutes I Level I_I KNITS 12 o_ GENTLE A cycle that gently washes and spins delicate items and washable knits. i I_ Low IV Minutes Minutes (Pause) Low Spee_ Alndicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak period. SOAK and PRE-WASH Cycles _ I-_"H'--I I _ I I w_s, I Ll,,,,,_u,os Ill"'.u"es Ill,,,,,.u*.s l/ I L'V°' i'1_:_:o I'1,'0"o"o.1'1 s0..
] IIi _,,"_,o.l/I s_ Illo:.Ill°_:_I I'l_,_=l'l °'"'"I'l .o I,I ,o_ r°"°"°°lrJ _° I Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing See your "Laundry Guide" for proper use of this cycle. After the Partial Drain, the washer automatically refills and goes in the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle. Be sum to use enough detergent for the double wash. laundry.
Ili Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.] Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. 1. PushControl Knob in. 2. Turnclockwise to the bar just before the OFFarea in any cycle. See above drawing. 3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will drain and spin. t. Push Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any • on the dial.
Cleaning the lint filter Clean filter after every load for best filtering results. NOTE: The load type will vary the amount of lint build-up. To clean: 1. Lift off the agitator barrel. 2. Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barrel. The filter is not removable. 3. Replace the agitator snap into place, barrel and Dryer operating instructions Starting Your Dryer Before starting your dryer, be sure laundry is sorted and loaded properly, (see your "Laundry Guide").
Ill 3, To Stop and Restart the Dryer 4, Changlng the Setting The seffing can be changed at any time by turning the Control Knob to a new setting. The Cyole Control Knob should point to an OFF area when the dryer Is not Is use. If the dryer Is stopped before the cycle Is finlshed, turn the Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area. To stop, open the door (or turn the Control Knob to the OFF area). To restart, close the door and push the STARTBufton.
!I Timed drying Use the TIMED DRYING Cycles for any load you want to dry by time. • Turn the Control Knob to the number of minutes you want- from 10 to 50. • The last 10 minutes of this cycle are without heat- a cool-down time. This helps make the load easier to handle. Selecting a Cycle TYPE OF LOAD COTTON - Unens EXTRAHEAVY- Bedspreads, mattresspads, quilts .... HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels,jeans, corduroys, work clothes ......................................
IIi Drying tips TUMBLE PRESS ®Setting FLUFF AIR The dryer does not heat when the Control Knob is set on FLUFFAIR. This setting can be used to fluff bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc. The TUMBLEPRESSsetting removes wrinkles from dry clothing such as items that may have been packed in a suitcase, closet, or items not removed from the dryer. The load will tumble in heated air for 10 minutes.
Ill Lint screen Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked can increase drying time and may be a FIREHAZARD. The lint screen is inside the dryer Pull drum, on the straight back wall. out. . 1. Use the finger holes to pull the lint screen straight out. = by lint Lightly squeeze the body, as shown, while pulling the cover off. Roll lint off the screen with your fingers. Squeeze body; DO NOT rinse pull cover off. or wash the screen. Wet lint is hard to remove. 4.
I!! Caring for your washer.dryer Sharp or heavy objects should never be put on or in the washer dryer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc. or When not washing, keep both water faucets turned off. This takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. Some pretreatment products can damage dials, consoles and finish. Do not use these products on or near your washer or dryer. Never use the washer to... • soak for more than 2 hours. • soak with chlorine bleach.
Vacation care t. Turn off both water faucets to take pressure off inlet valves and hoses. 2. Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power supply. 3. Clean lint screen and lint filter. Winterizing Install and store your washer/dryer where it won't freeze. Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer/ dryer is stored or moved during freezing weather, winterize it. t. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. To use the washer 2.
lli If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... • The drain hose should not fit tightly in the drain pipe. • Make sure that the Cycle Control Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle. Make sure the drain hose is higher than the water level in the washer. If It Isn't... Performance problems often result from Iiffle things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
[[i 2. 4. If you need assistance*.. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE _, servIce assistance telephone number. Dlal free from anywhere in the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained Consultants, The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. 3. If you need service*...
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I L! WHIRLPOOU "THIN TWIN" WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE ® service company. LIMITED FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY Second Through Fifth Year From Date of Purchase FSP® replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship.The gearcase assembly is shown below.
