OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Starting Your Washer What Happens in Each Cycle OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Extra Rinse Option For a Rinse and Spin 01987 Whirlpool Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY TEMPERATURE SELECTOR / CENTER Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When you need...
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Additional Safety Instructions ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids other materials in a cool, place where children can’t reach them-in a locked cabinet if possible. ALWAYS read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laun- dry aids - especially warnings precautions.
Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, washer a sorted load in the Select a LOAD SIZE Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. Set the knob anywhere on or be- tween EX SMALL (a few small items]...
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Start the washer Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed and turned only clockwise. Start the washer by pulling the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temper- ature.
What Happens in Each Cycle* Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle agitation time. When the Cycle Control Knob is setto a number before agitation and timing starts. Affer agitation until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.
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NOTE: You may hear the sound of wafer spraying cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed the rinsing. Gentle Wash System For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESS cycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time. NOTE: The washer will proceed Extra Rinse, if selected.
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PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle A cycle designed lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moder- ately soiled delicate items and washable knits.
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NOTE: Always Jse cold rinse water WASH for permanent press fabrics. High Speed...
SOAK Cycle Brief periods and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. mended detergent additive. should always lowed by a Wash Cycle. SUPER WASH Cycle maximum Double the amount detergent when using the SUPER WASH Cycle.
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Special care is needed when soaking laundry. See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of MS cycle.
Other operating instructions Extra rinse option (automatic) For an automatic extra rinse in the REGULAR HEAVY or REGULAR NORMAL Cycles: . Flip the Extra Rinse button to the “ON” position before the REGULAR Cycle starts. The washer will automatically proceed into the extra rinse and spin after the REGULAR Cycle.
For best results, use warm water for soaking or pre-washing stained laundry Hot water can set stains. *To start soak with agitation, must point to a number Liquid bleach dispenser Always measure bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 ml) for a full load.
Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off, this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers, AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry Leave the lid up until the basket is dry.
Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer stored or moved during the cold weather... :. ‘.’ “,-.; 1. Shut off both water 2. Put a quart of R.V or automobile faucets.
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If you need service or assistance, st you follow these five steps: Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your washer does not fill: Is the power supply cord...
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