Home Appliances Use And Care A Note To You o o O I oo O Understancing Washer Safety 3 Knowing your Washer^ Features 4 Operating Your Washer 5 Laundry lips 10 If You Need Assistance Or Service 20 Wananty 24 1-80(M4-ROPER Calluswithquastionsorcommanta ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER MODEL RAM4132B
A NOTE TO YOU 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 troubie-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 Owner ship Registration Card provided with your appliance.
UNDERSTANDING WASHER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire, eiectricai shock or injury to persons when using your wssher, foiiow basic precautions, including the following: • 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 expiosion.
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 Before starting your washer...................... ............. 5 Page Selecting a cycle and time........................... Starting or stopping your washer............... ............. 5 Using rinse and spin................................... Seiecting a ioad size.................................. ............. 5 What happens in each cycle....................... Selecting a wash temperature.................... .............
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Selecting a wash temperature Your washer selects a wash water temperature and time when you select a wash cycle (see “Selecting a cycle and time” on page 7). Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed. All rinses are cold. For hot wash water, turn the Cycle Control Knob to Heavy Soil, 14 minutes wash time. For warm wash water, turn the Cycle Control Knob to Regular Soil, 10 minutes wash time; or Short, 6 minutes wash time.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Selecting a cycle and time Use the following Information to guide you when selecting a wash cycle and time. When you select a wash cycle, your washer selects the wash water temperature. If you want a different temperature, see ‘Selecting a wash temperature” on page 6. 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.
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.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using the chlorine bleach dispenser Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 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. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. 3.
LAUNDRY TIPS Laundry Tips In This Section Page Before you wash.................................. ................ 10 Page Solving laundering proMema.................. ........... 18 Removing stains.................................. Caring for your washer........................... ............19 Water usage guide............................... ................ 14 Care during periods of non-use............... ............19 Using iaundry aids............................... .... ............
LAUNDRY TIPS Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the Large setting.
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. Wash. 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 Iron or rust Colored or noncolorfast 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. Test first on inside seam or hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Ketchup or tomato products Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash.
LAUNDRY TIPS Water usage guide Water temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR COMMENTS HOT 130"F(54*C) or above COLD • Heavy soils • Work clothes • Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels • Diapers • Gives best cleaning for heavy soils. • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils and stains. • Prevents graying and yellowing.
LAUNDRY TIPS Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using iaundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on pages 11-13 for more information.) Detergent • Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Follow manufacturer’s directions. Measure accurately, especially when using ultra detergents. Package direc ^WARNING tions are usually based on; -moderate water hardness (4-6 grains) Fire or Explosion Hazard -lightly soiled items -normal wash loads.
LAUNDRY TIPS Washing special-care items Most garments 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. KnHs 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 ‘If You Need Assistance or Service” section of this book.
LAUNDRY TIPS Caring for your washer • Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. • Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe. • If the washer interior needs cleaning (for example, after tinting or dyeing), 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 staining occurs on following loads, repeat the process.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service 1. Before calling for assistance ... Is your water turned on? Is the power cord plugged in? m Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? If you need more help, check the chart below.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 2. If you need assistance* ... Call our toll-fraa telaphona number. Dial toll-fraa from anywhere In the U.S.A.: 1-80(M4-ROPER (1-800-447-6737) and talk with one of our trained consultants. The consultant can Instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appli ance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. For further information, write to: Mr.
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. LIMITED 2ND-5TH YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) Replacement parts for any part of the gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1.
