ROPER* Appliance« UseAndCare A Note To You o o O 1 oo O Understanding Washer Safety 3 Knowing your Washer's Features 4 Operating Your Washer 5 Using The Chlorine Blea^ Dispenser 9 Laundry Tips 10 If You Need Assistance Or Service 20 Warranty 24 1-800-44-ROPER Call us with questions or comments ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER MODEL RAM4131A
A NOTE TO YOU AIMoteToYou 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 that you will enjoy 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.
UNDERSTANDING WASHER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire, eiectricai shock or injury to persons when using your washer, foiiow basic precautions, inciuding the foliowing: • Read all instructions before using your washer. • 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.
KNOWING YOUR WASHER’S FEATURES Knowing Your Washer's Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Operating Your Washer In This Section Page ........... 5 Page Selecting a cycle and time................... .................6 ........... 5 Using rinse and spin............................ ................ 8 ........... 5 What happens in each cycle................ ................ 8 Operating your washer properly assures maximum washing efficiency. This section gives you important information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature for your wash load.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Water temperature tips • Use warm or hot wash water with permanent press fabrics. • For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak in warm water before washing. See the “Water usage guide* on page 14 for more information. Selecting a cycle and time You will find information you need to help you make correct cycle selections in this section. • Pages 6-8: Use the information on these pages to guide you when selecting a wash cycle and time.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Heavy soil cycle The Heavy Soil cycle features hot water for heavy soils and longer spins to shorten drying time. • Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed fabrics and heavily soiled loads. Heavy soil cycle Regular soil cycle The Regular Soil cycle features warm wash water and longer spins to shorten drying time. This cycle is suitable for most wash loads.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER 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 clock wise to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated. 2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain, and spin.
USING THE CHLORINE BLEACH DISPENSER Using The Chlorine Bleach Dispenser Always measure chlorine bleach. Do not guess. For this washer, never use more than Vfe cup (125 mL) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow manufacturer's directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling. 1. Load the washer. 2. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip or run down into washer basket.
LAUNDRY TIPS Laundry Tips In This Section Page Before you wash.................................. ................ 10 Page Solving laundering problems................ ..............IS Removing stains.................................. ................ 11 Caring for your washer......................... ............. 19 Water usage guide............................... ................ 14 Saving energy...................................... ............. 19 Using laundry aids..............................
LAUNDRY TIPS Loading suggestions REGULAR CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes Mixed Load Knits Permanent Press 1 pair pants 2 shirts 2 pair jeans 1 coverall 1 double sheet 2 pillowcases 6 T-shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 6 handkerchiefs 1 pair slacks 2 shirts 3 tops 1 vest 2 sweaters 1 tablecloth 1 skirt 2 blouses 2 shirts 1 pair slacks Dellcates 2 camisoles 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties Towels 7 bath towels 4 hand towels 7 wash cloths Removing stains stained, heavily soiled or gre
LAUNDRY TIPS 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. Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
LAUNDRY TIPS STAIN TO REMOVE Ink or ballpoint pen ink Spray stain with an aerosoi hair spray or rubbing aicohol. Sponge stain continuousiy 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.) Iron or rust 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.
LAUNDRY TIPS Water usage guide Water temperature COMMENTS WASH RINSE USE FOR HOT 130"F{54"C) or above WARM 90*-110^F (32--44-C) • Work clothes • Gives best cleaning for heavy soils. • Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils and stains. • Diapers • Prevents graying and yellowing. COLD • Heavy soils • Safe for most fabric finishes. COLD • Light and moderate soils • Dark or non-colorfast colors • Less fading and dye bleeding. • Reduces wrinkling.
LAUNDRY TIPS Using laundry aids Follow package Instructions when using laundry aids. (See ‘Removing Stains” on page 11, for more information.) Chlorine bleach • Use bleach dispenser. • Follow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates or some flame-retardant fabrics. • Measure bleach. Do not guess. For this machine, never use more than Vi cup (125 mL) for a full load. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle.
LAUNDRY TIPS Washing special-care items Most gannents 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, electric and woolen 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.
LAUNDRY TIPS 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.
LAUNDRY TIPS 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 “Assis tance or Service” section of this book.
LAUNDRY TIPS Caring for your washer To keep your washer looking like new: • 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.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a sen/ice 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.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE 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 assistance ... Call our toll-free telephone number.
ROPER* Automatic 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. LIMrTED 2ND-5TH YEAR WARRANTY Replacement parts for any part of the gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. (from date of purchase) WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1.
