Page 1: Table Of Contents
Use And Care ONE AND TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS PART NO. 3363571 Home Appliances A Note to You ... Washer Safety ... Parts and Features... Operating Your Washer ... Starting your washer ... Stopping/restarting your washer ... Selecting a cycle, time, and temperature ...
Page 2: A Note To You
A Note to You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL washers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide.
Page 3: Washer Safety
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 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING –...
Page 4: Parts And Features
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 are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book.
Page 5: Operating Your Washer
Operating Your Washer To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Page references are included for more information. wWARNING Explosion Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
Page 6: Stopping/Restarting Your Washer
OPER A T IN G YO UR W A S HE R Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want. Match the wash water tempera- ture with the type of fabric and soils being washed.
Page 7: Cycle Options
NOTE: This book covers several washer models. The Cycle Control Knobs for these models are shown on the following pages. Compare your washer’s Cycle Control Knob with those shown. Once you find the Knob that looks like yours, use the cycle descrip- tions for that Knob.
Page 8: Using Rinse And Spin
OPER A T IN G YO UR W A S HE R Using rinse and spin (on 1-speed models) When using extra detergent for heavily- soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. For an additional rinse, push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to Rinse, as shown.
Page 9 Normal Short/Knits Normal cycle The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system for better fabric care, high agitation speeds for maximum cleaning, and high spin speeds to shorten drying time. Use this cycle for cleaning cotton and linen fabrics. • Select Regular, 10 minutes of wash time with Cold water, to clean lightly soiled loads.
Page 10 OPER A T IN G YO UR W A S HE R Normal Knits / Gentle Normal cycle The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system for better fabric care, high agitation speeds for maximum cleaning, and high spin speeds to shorten drying time. Use this cycle for cleaning cotton and linen fabrics.
Page 11: Magic Clean Lint Filter
Using rinse and spin (on 2-speed models) When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. For an additional rinse, push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to a Cold Rinse setting, as shown.
Page 12: Understanding What Happens In Each Cycle
OPER A T IN G YO UR W A S HE R Understanding what happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before agitation and timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling;...
Page 13: Adding Liquid Chlorine Bleach
Adding liquid chlorine bleach Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Follow manu- facturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load.
Page 14: Caring For Your 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 washer Exterior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.
Page 15: Laundry Tips
Laundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and discusses solutions to common laundering problems. Preparing clothes for washing • Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior.
Page 16 LAU N D R Y T I P S Loading suggestions Following are suggested full-sized loads. EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Permanent Press Clothes 1 double sheet 2 pair pants 1 tablecloth 3 shirts 1 dress 3 pair jeans 1 blouse 1 coverall 2 slacks...
Page 17: Water Guidelines
Water guidelines Selecting water temperatures WASH WATER SUGGESTED FABRICS TEMPERATURE* • Work clothes 130°F (54°C) • Sturdy whites/colorfast or above pastels • Diapers • WARM Dark/noncolorfast colors 90-110°F • Permanent press items (32-44°C) • Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woollens • Knits/delicate fabrics •...
Page 18 LAU N D R Y T I P S Washing special-care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Below are general washing instruc- tions for some special washables. ITEM Blankets (electric or woolen)
Page 19: Removing Stains
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 helps loosen soil before washing. Stain removal rules • Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry.
Page 20 REMO V IN G S T A INS TO REMOVE STAIN Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Deodorants Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. and anti- perspirants Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammo- nia and color safe bleach.
Page 21 STAIN TO REMOVE Ketchup Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a or tomato prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a products liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash.
Page 22: 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 you need further assistance, see page 24. Common laundry problems PROBLEM CAUSE •...
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 higher than the water level in the washer? It must be higher...
Page 24: Requesting Assistance Or Service
WHIRLPOOL appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 1. 4. If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved …...
Page 25 NOTE S N O TES...
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Page 28: Warranty
F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE- QUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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