UseAndCare+ l-F71 r A Note to You ... ...... ... .... 2 Washer Safety .... ....... .... 3 Parts and Features . ...... 4 Operating Your Washer ............ V...... ....... . 5 Caring for Your Washer .. .. ... ......... ...... ..... 9 Laundry Tips . ... .. ....... .. 10 Removing Stains . ....... 14 Troubleshooting .... .. ... 17 Requesting Assistance or Service .. .... ..... ...... ... 19 Warranty .......__.............20 l-800-447-6737 Call us with question8 or comments.
A Note to You Thank you for buying a Ropefl appliance. Roper appliances give you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-frw operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefulfy. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance.
Washer Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanatbn of the symbol. IMPORTANT SAFH-Y INSTRUCTIONS reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your washer, follow basic precautions including the following: Read all instructions before using your washer.
Parts and Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. Page references are included nex-t to some features. Refer to those pages for more information about the features.
Operating Your Washer To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Page references are included for more information. Starting Your Washer 1. Add measured detergent to the washer. Then place a sorted load of clothes In the washer. l Sort and load clothes as described on page 10. l If desired, you may also add color-safe all-fabric bleach. 2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add measured liquid chlorine bleach.
Cycle Model descriptions RABZl32D NOTE: Cvcle times not snown on this model. Model Heavy cycle (both models) Short only) The Heavy cycle features hot wash water for heavy soils and longer spins to shorten drying time. l Use HOT (14 minutes of wash time) to clean large loads of sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. Normal cycle (both models) The Normal cycle features warm wash water and longer spins to shorten drying time.
Using rinse and spin When using extre detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. 1. Push in Cycle Control Knob and turn clockwii until indicator points to RINSE, as illustrated. 2. Pull out Cycle Control Knob. The washer fills to selected toad size, agitates, drains, and spins. Using drain and spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 1.
Adding liquid chlorine Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full bad. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow manufacturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling. bleach Model RAB3 132D (with dispenser) , Model RAB2132D (no dispenser) 1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the bad. 2. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle.
Caring for Your Washer Proper care of your washer can extend its lie. This section explains how to care for your washer properfy and safely. Cleaning your washer Exterior Interior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Occasionally wipe the outside of the washer to keep it looking like new. Do not put sharp or metal objects in your washer. They can damage the finish. Check all pockets for pins, clips, . money, bolts, nuts, etc. . .
Laundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additional washing information. Preparing clothes for washing Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer intedor. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments. Empty pockets and turn them inside out. Turn down cuffs, brush away lint and dirt. l l l Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the largest load size setting.
Water Selecting Guidelines water TEMPERATURE* HOT 130°F (84°C) or above temperatures SUGGESTED FABRICS l l l WARM go”-1 10°F (32”-44”C) l l l l COLD 70”~90°F (21=32”C) l l l l COMMENTS Work clothes Sturdy whites/colorfast pastels Diapers l DaMtoncobrfast colors Permanent press items Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woolens Knitsldelicate fabrics l Extra-sensitive colors Noncobrfast items Hand washables l l l l l l l l Best cleaning for heavily soiled items Removes oils, perspiration, gr
Washing special-care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label dlrectlons when they are avallable. Below are general washing instructions for some special washables. ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS Blankets (electric or woolen) Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time according to the type of blanket being washed. An extra rinse may be necessary (see page 8 for rinse and spin information).
Removing Stains Stained, heavily-soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing. Stain l l l l l removal rules Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out. Follow package directions for pretreatment products.
STAIN TO REMOVE Deodorants and antlpersplrants Llght stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Heavy staln: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammonia and all-fabric bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Fat, grease, or 051 Items soiled with vegetable or cooking oil shoukf not be washed or dried. See vegetable/cooking oil Warning on page 3.
rSTAIN TO REMOVE Meat Juice, egg Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme presoak at least 30 minutes, or treat stains with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. Wash. Mildew Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. lf stain remains, soak in warm water and an all-fabric bleach for 15 to 30 minutes. Rewash. (Old mildew stains are almost impossible to remove. Mildew fungus destroys or weakens fabrics.
Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for common laundry problems and the next page for wmmon washer problems. lf you need further assistance,~see page 19.
Common washer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage? q q cl-, . Have you blown a househokl fuse or tripped a circuit breaker’? Has a time-delay fuse been used? Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on? Are the water hoses kinked or clogged? Is the drain hose lower than the water level in the washer? It must be higher.
Reauestina Assistance Sewice w --I- ~ --- ~--~- --~~~- - or - Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on pages 18-l 9. lt may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. lf you need assistance* ... Call our toll-free number. Dial II toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.: l-80044-ROPER 1-800447~737 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
Automatic ROPER” Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by I an authorized Roper service company. LlMlTED 2ND-STkl YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) Replacement parts for any part of the gearcase assembly if defective in materiils or workmanship. WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your washer.