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- Page 1 UseAndCare Understanding Washers Features Other Features Assistance Or Service TWO AND THREE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS...
- Page 2 A Note To You Thank buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-classhome 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not tamper with the controls. • Read all instructions before using your washer. • If your hot water has not been used recently (usually 2 weeks or longer), • Do not machine wash or machine hydrogen gases may build up in your items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or...
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Page 4: In This Section
Knowing Your Washer's 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. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Operating Your Washer In This Section Page Page Selecting a cycle and time ......Before starting your washer ......Using rinse and spin ........Starting or stopping your washer ..... Using drain and spin ........Selecting a load size .......... What happens in each cycle ...... -
Page 6: Selecting Wash-Rinse Temperatures
- If your machine has a slide Load Size Selec- tor, you may set the load size anywhere on or between the ex small and ex large settings. To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill, move the Selector to the desired new setting. - Page 7 Regular cycle The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash system and high spin speeds to shorten drying time. • Use 10-14 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed fabrics and heavily soiled loads. • Use 6-!0 minutes of wash time to clean regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled.
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Page 8: Using Rinse And Spin
Pre-Wash cycle (on some models) The Pre-Wash cycle features a brief period of high speed agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. • Use warm water for prewashing stained laundry (hot water can set stains). See page 13 for stain removal information. -
Page 9: What Happens In Each Cycle
What happens in each cycle When the cycle Control Knob is set to a Permanent Press cycle number and pulled out. the washer fills to the selected load size with the selected water temperature before agitation and timing start. Fill to selected load size The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling;... - Page 10 Other Features In This Section Page Page MAGIC CLEAN _ lint tilter ....... Using the fabric softener dispenser ....10 Manual clean lint filter ........Using the chlorine bleach dispenser ....10 Using the extra rinse option ......Your washer may have some of the following features. Understandingthe use of the features on your machine will help you efficiently use your washer.
- Page 11 Using the extra rinse option (on some models) Some models offer an extra rinse in all cycles. • Before a cycle starts, select Extra Rinse ON. The washer automatically adds an extra rinse and spin to the cycle. • If no extra rinse and spin is desired, select Extra Rinse OFF.
- Page 12 Laundry Tips In This Section Page Page Solving laundering problems ....... Before you wash ..........Caring for your washer ......... Removing stains ..........Water usage guide ..........Saving energy ..........Using laundry aids ........... Winterizing your washer ....... Washing special-care items ......
- Page 13 Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest water level setting. LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Towels Heavy Work Clothes Permanent Press Mixed Load 8 bath towels 2 pair pants 1 double sheet 2 double or 8 hand towels 3 shirts 1 tablecloth 1 king size sheet 10 wash cloths...
- Page 14 Stain removal guide 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 and rewash.
- Page 15 STAIN TO REMOVE Ink or Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbingalcohol. Sponge stain continu- ballpoint ousiy until all bleeding stops Let dry. Repeat if necessary. Wash. If stain pen ink remains, bleach if safe for fabric. (India and other indelibleinks are almost impossible to remove completely.) Iron or rust Colored or non-colorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt.
- Page 16 Water usage guide Water temperature RINSE USE FOR COMMENTS WASH • Gives best cleaning for heavy COLD • Sturdy whites and soils. 130°F (54°C) colorfast pastels or above • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy • Diapers soils and stains. • Heavy soils •...
- Page 17 Using laundry aids • If the recommended amount of normal Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See "Removing Stains" on page 13, for sudsing detergent creates too many suds or more information.) suds are present in the rinse water, try a low sudsing detergent.
- Page 18 Washing special-care items 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, washable woolens according to the type of blanket being washed, Two rinses may be...
- Page 19 Fiberglass Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer, Glass particles materials could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. 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).
- Page 20 Solving laundering problems 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 "Assis- tance or Service" section of this book. PROBLEM CAUSE Brown, yellow...
- Page 21 Caring for your washer To keep your washer looking like new: • Wipe up detergent, bleach or other spills with a soft, damp clothas they occur. • Sharp or heavy objects should not be put on or in the washer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
- Page 22 If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems, their causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service.
- Page 23 Chicago, IL 60606 the United States. To locate the authorized • MACAP wilI in turn inform us of your action. Whirlpool service company in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your telephone...
- Page 24 F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. 8-92 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.