UseAndCam A Note To You 2 EiiZtZE- 3 Parts And Features 4 Q=-hJ lnstmctions 5 Other Features 7 Laundry Tips 9 If You Need Assistance 18 Or Setvice Warranty 20 l-800-44-ROPER Call us with c(uestions of comments.
A Note To You Thank you for buying a Roper 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 l l l l l l l If hot water has not been used recently (usually 2 weeks or longer), hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or damage, before using your washer, turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes. This will allow gases to escape.
Parts And Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated in this section. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. Load size selector Temperature selector Fabric softener Bleach Hang dispenser (u&r dispenser Agitator - tags/temporary .., .f 1 4& Manual clean lint filter (inside agitator) labels Remove all hang tags and temporary labels before the washer is used. If label glue remains, rub briskty with thumb or soak area with hand dishwashing detergent.
Operating In This Section your washer Starting Instructions Paw .. .... .... .... ... .... .... .... ... .... .... .. 5 Select a load size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Sekt .. .... .... .... ....... .... .... ... 5 a water temperature Page Select a cycle and wash time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 6 Starting/stopping What happens your washer .. .... .... .... .. . .... .. 6 in each cycle . . . . . . . . . . .
Select a cycle and wash Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise. Stop when the indicator on the knob’s outer ring points to the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. l l Starting/stopping l l your washer Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Control Knob. The washer will fill to the selected water level with the selected wash water temperature. The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling.
-. Permanent Press cycle Permanent Press-cleans lightly to moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. 6-10 minutes Wash time: The Permanent Press cycle uses a cool-down rinse and pulsed spinning to reduce wrinkling. KniWDelicates cycle Knits/Delicates-gently washes lightly to moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. 4-8 minutes Wash time: The Knits/Delicates cycle uses pulsed spinning to reduce wrinkling. Other Features In This Section Page Rinse and spin ...........
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. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 2. Turn knob clockwise until indicator points to any bar just before an OFF area on the dial, as illustrated. 3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will drain and spin. Manual clean lin: 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.
Fabric softener dispenser 1. Add detergent and load to the basket. 2. Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recommended on the package. 3. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. 4. Dilute fabric softener with warm water. Add enough water to fill dispenser to the opening. 5. Start the washer. Diluted fabric softener will be added to the load during the final rinse. NOTE: Do not stop the washer during this time.
Sorting Separate dark from light colors, colorfast from non-colorfast. Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy cottons, knits, delicate items). l l Loading Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones even it they would normally be washed together. Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent press). When possible, turn lint givers inside out. l l suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the LARGE water level setting.
-. Stain removal guide - Stain To Remove Alcoholic beverage These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh stain! s 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. Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
Stain removal guide Stain To Remove Lipstick Apply non-flammable dry cleaning solvent or prewash soil and stain remover. Blot with absorbent material. Repeat if necessary. Rinse. If stain still remains, rub with liquid detergent. Wash. Meat-juice, egg Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme presoak at least 30 minutes. Treat grease stains with a non-flammable dry cleaning solvent. Wash. Mildew Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.
Water Water temperature guide Wash Rinse Use For HOT 130°F (54%) or above COLD l l l l l WARM 90”-110°F (32”-44°C) COLD l l l l l COLD 7o”-90°F (21”-32°C) COLD l l l l Comments Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers Heavy soils Work clothes Normally soiled permanent press and synthetic items Light and moderate soils Dark or non-colorfast colors Knits and delicate fabrics Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens Prewash, soak Rinsing, for all fabrics Extra sensitive colors (non-c
Laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 10, for more information.) All-fabric bleach Powdered or liquid all-fabric bleach may be used on all types of fabrics. Do not use all-fabric bleach in the bleach dispenser because it may clog. l l Chlorine l l l l bleach Use bleach dispenser. Follow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates or some flame-retardant fabriis. Measure bleach. Do not guess.
Blankets and washable woolens Elastic, For electric blankets, woolen blankets and washable woolen garments: Measure blanket or trace outline of garment before washing. Add mild detergent to washer. Fill and agitate briefly to dissolve detergent. Stop washer. Load items evenly around agitator. Soak 10 to 15 minutes. Set control to Drain and Spin. Start washer. Spin 1 minute. See page 6 for more information. 5. Fill washer for final rinse. Stop washer. Allow to soak. 6. Set control to Drain and Spin.
Plastic 1. 2. 3. 4. and rubber Scatter items 1. Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt. 2. Wash more than one small rug at a time. If you wash only one rug, add bath towels to balance the load. A larger rug should be distributed around the agitator to balance the load. Treat as delicate items. Wash in warm water. Wash small items in a mesh bag. Dry without heat. Quilts and bedspreads 1. Treat as delicate items. 2. Wash one at a time. Distribute evenly around agitator. 3.
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. l l l l 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 (250mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500mL) 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 sewice 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 appliances complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date. (See page 2.
2. If you need assistance . .. Call our toll-free telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: l-600-44ROPER (1-600447-6737) 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. For further information, write to: Mr.
ROPER” Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHAT 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 an authorized Roper service company. LIMITED 2NP5TH YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) Replacement parts for any part of the gearcase assembly which we find to be defective in materials or workmanship. WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1.