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- Page 1 UseAndCare ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS ol’ A Note To You Understanding Washer Safety Knowing Your Wash&s Features kg Your iI=- asher Other Features Laundry Tips If You Need 2ztEceor Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Call us with qmstions or comments.
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Page 2: A Note To You
A Note ToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool You have purchased a quality, world-class 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. -
Page 3: Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical when using your washer, follow 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. - Page 4 Knowing Your Washer3 Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated in this section. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. NOTE: 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.
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Page 5: Starting Or Stopping Your Washer
Operating Your Washer In This Section Before starting your wamher or stopping your washer ..5 Starting a load oizo ... Selecting Selectfng wash-rinse temperatures ..6 Operating your washer properly ensures maximum washing efficiency. This section gives you important information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature for your wash load. Before starting your washer... -
Page 6: Selecting Wash-Rinse Temperatures
Load size tips Items should move freely in the washer. Do not overload the machine or select a load size that is too small for the wash load. Use a large load size setting for best results with permanent press clothes. Reduce wash time when using a small load size setting. -
Page 7: Short Cycle
Heavy cycle The Heavy cycle features longer spins to shorten drying time. Use lo-12 minutes of wash time to clean large loads of sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. Use 6-8 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed fabrics that are moder- ately soiled. -
Page 8: Using Rinse And Spin
Soak cycle (on some models) The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. Use warm water when soaking laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See pages 13-l 5 for stain removal information. - Page 9 What happens in each cycle 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 will begin agitating immedi- ately after filling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down.
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Page 10: Other Features
Other Features In This Section Using the chlorine bleach dispenser Your washer may have some of the following features. Understanding the use of the features on your machine will help you efficiently use your washer. Using the chlorine (on 80me modde) Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. -
Page 11: Lint Filters
Lint filters Your washer has a self-cleaning lint filter (requires no cleaning by you) or a manual clean lint filter. Check the shape of your agitator to see if you need to clean your lint filter. AGlTATOR ABOUT YOUR FILTER MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter This lint filter requires no cleaning. -
Page 12: Laundry Tips
Laundry Tips In This Section Before you wash ... Removing stains ... Water usage guide ... Using laundry aids ... Washing special-care ibarns ... This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and discusses solutions to common laundering problems. Before you wash Preparing... -
Page 13: Removing Stains
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the largest load size setting. ARGE CAPACITY WASl Heavy Work Clothes Permanent 2 pair pants 1 double sheet shirts tablecloth 3 pair jeans 1 dress 1 coverall 1 blouse 2 slacks Knits shirts 2 slacks 2 pillowcases... -
Page 14: Stain Removal Guide
Stain removal guide STAIN TO REMOVE These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh Alcoholic 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. Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or Blood longer. - Page 15 STAIN TO REMOVE Colored or noncolorfast Iron or rust to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White or colorlast items: Try a rust remover. Test first on inside seam or hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a Ketchup tomato...
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Page 16: Water Usage Guide
Water usage guide Water temperature RINSE WASH USE FOR Heavy soils COLD 1 30°F (54°C) Work clothes or above Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers Light and moderate soils COLD WARM 9o”-110°F Dark or noncolorfast (32”-44°C) colors Moderately soiled perma- nent press Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens... -
Page 17: Using Laundry Aids
Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 13, for more information.) Chlorine bleach Use bleach dispenser if your machine has one. (See page 10.) If your washer does not have a bleach dispenser: 1. -
Page 18: Washing Special-Care Items
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. Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time Blankets, electric according to the type of blanket being washed. - Page 19 Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles Fiberglass could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. materials Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However, Knits this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and damaged when washed (especially bulky knits).
- Page 20 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. CAUSE PROBLEM Chlorine staining Brown, yellow...
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Page 21: Caring For Your Washer
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. -
Page 22: If You Need Assistance Or Service
If You Need Assistance Or Service 1. Before calling for assistance Is your water turned on? II q - Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? If you need more help, check the chart below. PROBLEM Is the power cord firmly plugged into Washer will not fill... - Page 23 3. If you need service* . . . Whirlpool has a nationwide network of autho- rized WhirlpoolSM service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To...
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Page 24: Automatic Washer Warranty
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 exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.