lKwToAulKE*mu~” UseAndCare THREE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS PART NO. 3393553 01’ A Note to You ... 2 Washer Safety ... 3 Parts and Features ... 4 Operating Your Washer ... 5 Starting your washer..5 Stopping/restarting your washer ... Selecting a cycle and time ...
Keep this book and the sales slip together Our Consumer Assistance number is toll-free 24 hours appliance. Whirlpool washers are easy to use, Registration Card provided with your appliance. information. Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Dealer Name...
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 SAFH-Y 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 the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.
Operating Your Washer To obtain the best washing resufts, 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 page 14.
Page 6
5. Select wash-rinsefinal spray rinse temperatures with the Water Tem- perature Selector. Match the water temperatures with the type of fabric and soils being washed. See page for water temperature guidelines. Depending on your model, you have rotary knob CLEAN either a or a TOUCHTM...
7. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwke to the wash cycle you want. See page 8. 8. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to start the washer. 9. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add measured liquid fabric softener to the rinse water.
Page 8
Normal Cycle The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system, high agitation speeds, and longer spin speeds to shorten drying time. Use this cycle for cleaning cotton and linen fabrics. Select 9 (REGULAR), 12 (HEAVY), or 15 (EX HEAVY) minutes of wash time, depending on whether your toad is moderately or heavily soiled.
Using rinse and spin NOTE: An Extra Rinse option is available in all cycles. See page 6. 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 washers 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.
Adding liquid fabric No fabric softener dispenser Always dilute fabric softeners with ‘I$ cup (125 mL) to 1 cup (250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics. Add diluted fabric softener only in the final rinse. Fabric softeners should not be mixed with other laundry products because greasy stains may form.
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 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 15
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 Press Clothes 2 double or 3 pair pants 1 king size sheet(s) 3 shirts 1 tablecloth 4 pair jeans 1 dress 1 coverall...
Page 16
Water guidelines Selecting water temperatures WASH WATER TEMPERATURE* SUGGESTED Work clothes 130°F (54°C) Sturdy whites/colorfast or above pastels Diapers WARM Dark/noncolorfast 96=-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”C) Hand washables The washer features cold rinses and cold final spray rinses for all wash temperatures.
Page 17
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 18
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 original shape more than knits made of cotton or ramie.
Removing Stains 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 loosen soil before washing. Stain removal rules Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry.
Page 20
STAIN TO REMOVE Light stain: Deodorants 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 21
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 PROBLEM Brown, yellow stains Dye transfer Gray whites,...
Page 23
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.
Whirlpool appliance. 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...
FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack, or fail to contain From Date of Purchase water, due to defective materiils or workmanship. WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your washer. 2. Instruct you how to use your washer.