UseAndCare SPEED SELECT AUTOMATIC PART NO. 3363556 A Note to You ... 2 Washer Safety ... 3 Parts and Features ... 4 Operating Your Washer ... 5 Starting your washer..5 Stopping/restarting your washer ... 7 Selecting a cycle and time ... 8 Using rinse and spin ...
WHIRLPOOL@ Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL washers are easy 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 informa- tion about how to operate and maintain your washer properly and safely.
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.
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.
Operating Your Washer To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Page references are included for more information. Starting your washer 1. Add measured detergent to the washer. Then place a sorted load of clothes In the washer.
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6. Select a wash-rlnse temperature with the CLEAN TOUCHTM Water Tempera- ture Selector. Match the water tem- peratures wlth the type of fabric and solls being washed. .See page 16 for water temperature guidelines. The Selector has four temperature selections: hot-cold, warm-warm, warm- cold, cold-cold.
SPEEDS RECOMMENDED AGITATION SPIN HIZ;H* Permanent Press *If you select high-speed agitation, the Gentle Wash System helps protect your fabrics by reducing wash abitation during the last few minutes of wash agitation in the Normal and Permanent Press cycles. 8. Turn the End-of-Cycle Signal On or Off, and Extra Rlnse option On or Off with the rotary knob shown.
Selecting a cycle 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. Match your cycle selection with the agitate- spin speed you selected for your wash load (see pages 6 and 7).
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Permanent Press Cycle The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash System, a cool-down rinse, and a shortened spin 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.
Using rinse and spin NOTE: An Extra Rinse option is available in all cycles. See page 7. When using extra detergent for heavily- soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. 1. To add an additional rinse, push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn clockwise to RINSE, as illustrated.
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...
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.
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.
Laundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additional washing 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.
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Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the highest load size setting. LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Permanent Press Clothes 1 double sheet 2 pair pants 1 tablecloth 3 shirts 1 dress 3 pair jeans 1 blouse 1 coverall 2 slacks...
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Water guidelines Selecting water temperatures WASH WATER TEMPERATURE* SUGGESTED FABRICS Work clothes 1 SOOF (54°C) Sturdy whites/colorfast or above pastels Diapers WARM Dark/noncolorfast colors 90”-110°F Permanent press items (32”-44°C) Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woolens Knits/delicate fabrics COLD Extra-sensitive colors 70”-90°F Noncolorfast items (21”-32°C) Hand washables...
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Washing special-care Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label dlrectlons when they are available. Below are general washing instruc- tions for some special washables. ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS Blankets Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and (electric or woolen) time according to the type of blanket being washed.
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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.
Removing Stained, heavily-soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing. Stain removal rules Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry.
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TO REMOVE Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Deodorants and anti- Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. perspirants H eavy 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.
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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.
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 24. Common laundry problems CAUSE PROBLEM Brown, yellow Chlorine staining...
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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.
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F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE- QUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.