Page 1: Table Of Contents
UseAndCare TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS WITH HAND WASHABLES CYCLE PART NO. 3363564 A Note to You ... Washer Safety ... Parts and Features..4 Operating Your Washer ... 5 Starting your washer..5 Stopping/restarting your washer ... Selecting a cycle and time ... 9 Using rinse and spin ...
Page 2: A Note To You
A Note to You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL@ Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable infor- mation about how to operate and maintain your washer properly and safely.
Page 3: Washer Safety
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 explana- tion of the symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY Read all instructions before using your washer.
Page 4: Parts And Features
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. NOTES: The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model. They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book.
Page 5: Operating Your Washer
Operating Your Washer To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Starting your washer 1. Add measured detergent to the washer. Then place a sorted load of clothes in the washer. Sort and load clothes as described on pages 16 and 17.
Page 6 5. Turn the Load Size Selector to the setting that corresponds with the size of your wash load and the type of fabric being washed. The Load Size Selector is a rotary knob. Depending on your model, your washer has three, four, or five load size settings: -Small -Small...
Page 7 6. Select a wash-rinse temperature the Water Temperature Selector. the water temperatures with the type of fabric and soils being washed. See page 18 for water temperature guidelines. Depending on your model, your washer has one of the Water Temperature Selectors shown: - Rotary knob with three temperature selections;...
Page 8: Stopping/Restarting Your Washer
8. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, models with the end-of-cycle signal option, set the CLEAN TOUCHTM Cycle Signal to On if you want the washer to alert you when the wash cycle is complete. The signal is helpful when you are washing items that should be removed from the washer as soon as the cycle ends.
Page 9: Selecting A Cycle And Time
Selecting a cycle and time This section illustrates and describes the wash cycles you can select with the Cycle Control Knob. Use this information to help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels.
Page 10 Permanent Press Cycle The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system, a cool-down rinse, and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling. Use this cycle for cleaning permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. Select 6 (LIGHT) or 9 (REGULAR) minutes of wash time, depending on whether your wash load is lightly or moderately soiled.
Page 11: Using Rinse And Spin
Using rinse and spin NOTE: On some models, an Extra Rinse option is available in most cycles. (See paw 7.1 When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed.
Page 12: Understanding What
Understanding what When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected load size) before agitation and timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling; agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down. During agitation, the XTRA ROLL ACTIONTM agitator creates a continu- ous rollover action that...
Page 13: Adding Liquid Chlorine Bleach
Adding liquid chlorine Use your washer’s liquid chlorine bleach dispenser to add bleach to the wash load. 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.
Page 14: Adding Liquid Fabric Softener
Adding liquid fabric Models with fabric softener 1. Add detergent and load clothes into the basket. 2. Pour liquid fabric softener into the dis- penser using the amount recommended on the package. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. 3.
Page 15: Caring For Your Washer
Caring for Your Washer Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. Cleaning your washer Exterior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.
Page 16: Laundry Tips
Laundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques information. Preparing clothes Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Remove non- washable trim and ornaments. Empty pockets and turn them inside out.
Page 17 Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the highest load size setting. SUPER CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Permanent Clothes 2 double or 3 pair pants 1 king size sheet(s) 3 shirts 1 tablecloth 4 pair jeans 1 dress 1 coverall 1 blouse...
Page 18 Water guidelines Selecting water temperatures WASH WATER TEMPERATURE* SUGGESTED FABRICS Work clothes 130°F (54°C) Sturdy whites/colorfast or above pastels Diapers WARM DarkInoncolorfast 90-l 10°F Permanent press items (32-44°C) Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woolens Knits/delicate Extra-sensitive COLD 70-90°F Noncolorfast , (21-32”(Z) Hand washables ’...
Page 19 Washing special-care Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering follow care label directions when they are available. tions for some special washables. ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS Blankets Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, (electric or woolen) time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be necessary.
Page 20 ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS 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 knits made of cotton or ramie.
Page 21: Removing Stains
Removing Stains Stained, heavily soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type loosen soil before washing. Stain 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.
Page 22 STAIN TO REMOVE Deodorants Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. and anti- Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. perspirants Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammo- nia and color safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.
Page 23 STAIN TO REMOVE Meat juice, 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. If stain remains, soak in warm water and a color safe bleach for 15 to 30 minutes.
Page 24: Troubleshooting
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 common washer problems. If you need further assistance, see page 26. Common laundrv problems CAUSE PROBLEM Brown, yellow Chlorine staining...
Page 25 Common washer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the lid closed? Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out? Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage? Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? 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.
Page 26: Or Service
WHIRLPOOL To locate FSP replacement area, refer to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 1. 4. If you are not satisfied...
Page 27: Requesting Assistance Or Service
C. Pickup and delivery. Your washer is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damage to your washer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. E. Any labor costs during the limited warranties.

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