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UseAndCare SUPER CAPACITY TWO SPEED WATER SAVING AUTOMATIC WASHER A Note To You Knowing Your Wash&s Features hg Your lnr- otherFeatures Laundry Tips If Yqu Need kzizlFeeor Wamnty 1~253-1301 cdlwwiIhIqJodomorcommentr. MODEL LSS8244A...
A Note ToYou Thank you for buying You have purchased a quality, world-c/ass 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical ahock or Injury to persona when uabg your weaher, follow beak precautiona, including the 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.
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Knowing Your Washer’s Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated and features before using your washer. Page references are included next to some features. about the features. Load siz selector (p-6) in this section. Become familiar with all parts Refer to those pages for more information Cycle signal selector...
... 6 ..7 Safocting wnh-rinw tunpu~tura Your Whirlpool washer has a revolutionary new spray rinse system. To obtain best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Before starting...
Preparing to wash Add measured detergent. Then place a sorted load in the washer before starting. See page 12 for additional “Before you wash” informa- tion. Starting or stopping Starting your washer: Select a load size and water temperature. 2. Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise.
Selecting wash-rinse Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed. The top temperature is the wash water and the bottom temperature is the rinse water. Water temperature tips Use warm wash water with the Permanent Press cycle.
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Regular cycle The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash system (see page 9) and high spin speeds to shorten drying time. An extra rinse option is available. Use HEAVY, 14 minutes of wash time, to clean cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled.
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spray rinse and spin Using Press cycles. See page-1 1. drain and spin Using What happens When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills to the selected water level with the selected temperature before agitation and timing start.
Regular cycle Fill to sele+ed Wash selected Drain-NGgitation Spin s4tJ Continues to spin-No fill Spray *s-Spin Spin Permanent Press level time rz!tJ cycle Fill to sele&ed level Wash seted time Partial drain-$ agitation Fill to sele&ed level Brief a itation Drain-No itation Continuesgpin-No...
Other Features In This Section your Hnt ftltw ......11 Undarstmdtng Using the Exlm Rinse option ......11 Understanding the use of the following features will help you use your washer efficiently.
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the Extra Large setting. SUPER CAPACITY WASHERS Permanent Preu Heavy Work Cloth- 2 double or 1 king 3 pair pants size sheet 3 shirts 1 tablecloth 4 pair jeans 1 coverall 1 dress 1 overall...
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Stain removal wide STAIN TO REMOVE Alcoholic These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh beverage 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.
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STAJN TO REMOVE iron or ru8t Colored OT noncolorlast to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White or colorfast hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash Ketchup or tometo soil and stain remover.
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Water usage guide Watertemnerature WASH RINSE USE FOR Heavy soils COLD 13O’F (54%) Work clothes or above Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers Light and moderate soils COLD WARM 90°-1 10°F Dark or noncolorfast (32”~44°C) WttllM’ colors Moderately soiled perma- nent press Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens...
Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on pages 13-l 5 for more information.) Fire or Expioaion Hazard Store flammable solvents or liquids away from your washer. Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should not be put directly into your washer.
Washing special-care 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 Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time and woolen according to the type of blanket being washed.
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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.
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Solving laundering 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 “Assistance or Service” section of this book. PROBLEM CAUSE Brown, yellow Chlorine staining...
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.
If You Need Assistance Or Service 1. Before calling for assistance Is your water turned on? Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? •D!ll If you need more help, check the chart below. PROBLEM Are both hot and cold water faucets open? Washer will not 1111...
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3. if you need service* . . . Whirlpool has a nationwide network of autho- rized Whirlpool@ service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To...
E. Any labor costs during the limited warranties. F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN- TIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exdusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.