Page 1: Table Of Contents
UseAndCare ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER PART NO. 3363835 A Note to You ... Washer Safety ... Parts and Features ... 4 Operating Your Washer ... Starting your washer ... 5 Stopping/restarting your washer ... Selecting a cycle and time ... Using Rinse and Spin ...
Page 2: A Note To You
(see diagram on page 4 for location of plate). Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and your dealer’s name, address, and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together WHIRLPOOL* information. Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date...
Page 3: Washer Safety
Washer Safety Your safety is important 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 illustrated on this page, Become familiar with all washer Parts and features your washer. Page references are included next to some before using features. Refer to for more information about the features. those pages Load size...
Page 5: Operating Your Washer
Operating 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 page 10.
Page 6: Selecting A Cycle And Time
Selecting a cycle The Cycle Control Knob shown below illustrates the different cycles of your washer. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels. Regular Cycle The Regular cycle features longer spins to shorten drying time. Use the 1 a-minute NORMAL cycle to clean sturdily-constructed cotton and linen...
Page 7: Using Rinse And Spin
drains, and spins. Using Drain and Spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 1. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn clockwise to SPIN, as illustrated. 2.
Page 8: Adding Liquid Chlorine
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 250 mL (1 cup) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings.
Page 9: 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 Exterior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.
Page 10: 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 11 Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the highest water level setting. LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Permanent Heavy Work Clothes Press 2 pair pants 1 double sheet 3 shirts 1 tablecloth 3 pair jeans 1 dress 1 coverall 1 blouse Knits...
Page 12 Water guidelines Selecting water temperatures WASH WATER TEMPERATUREt SUGGESTED Work clothes 54°C (130°F) Sturdy whites/colourfast or above pastels Diapers WARM Dark/noncolourfast 32-44°C Permanent press items (90-l 10°F) Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woollens Knits/delicate Extra-sensitive COLD 21-32°C Noncolourfast (70-90°F) Hand washables t The washer features cold rinses for all wash temperatures.
Page 13 Washing special-care Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. follow care label directions when they are available. tions for some special washables. ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, Blankets time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses (electric or woollen) may be necessary.
Page 14: Removing Stains
Removing 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 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 15 TO REMOVE STAIN Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Deodorants and anti- Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. perspirants Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammonia and colour safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.
Page 16 TO REMOVE 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. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. If stain remains, soak in warm water and a colour safe bleach for 15 to 30 minutes.
Page 17: 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 need further assistance, see page 19. Common problems PROBLEM CAUSE Brown, yellow Chlorine staining stains Iron in water heater or pipes;...
Page 18 Common washer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage? Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? Has a time-delay fuse been used? 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 19: Or Service
WHIRLPOOL appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the washer, or an authorized Whirlpool service company. Should you require any assistance phone the Whirlpool Sydney (02) 742 8222 Hobart...
Page 20: Warranty
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 labour costs during the limited warranties.

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