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Page 1: Table Of Contents
TL . UseAidCme ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC ol’ A Note To You Understanding Washer Safety Knowing Your Washer’s Features 0 aehTpg Your Other Features Laundry lips If You Need $~ssisttce Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or comments. WASHERS... -
Page 2: Anotetoyou
ANoteToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool You have purchased a quality, wor/c%c/ass home 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 To reduce the risk of fire, electrical when using your washer, follow basic precautions, Read all instructions before using your washer. Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or other flammable fluids.
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Page 4: Knowingyour
KnowingYour Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model. They are designed to show NOTE: the different features of all models covered by this book. - Page 5 OperatingYour In This Section Before starting your washer ... Starting or stopping your washer Selecting a load size ... Selecting wash+inse temperatures Operating your washer properly assures maximum washing efficiency. This section gives you important information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature for your wash load. Before starting Add measured detergent.
- Page 6 Load size tips Items should move freely in the washer. Do not overload the machine or select a load size that is too small for the wash load. Use a large load size setting for best results with permanent press clothes. Reduce wash time when using a small load size setting.
- Page 7 Regular cycle The Regular cycle cleans sturdily constructed fabrics and heavily soiled loads. The Regular cycle features a longer spin to shorten drying time. Use lo-14 minutes of wash time to clean heavily soiled loads. Use 6-10 minutes of wash time to clean regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled.
- Page 8 Pre-Wash cycle (on soma models) The Pre-Wash cycle features a brief period of 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 12 for stain removal information. After the Pre-Wash cycle ends, add deter- gent and set a new wash cycle.
- Page 9 What happens in each cycle When the cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills to the selected load size with the selected water temperature before agitation and timing start. The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling: agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down.
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Page 10: Other Features
Other Features In This Section Using the chlorine bleach dispenser ....10 MAGIC CLEAN” lint filter ....... . . 10 Your washer may have some of the following features. -
Page 11: Laundry Lips
Laundry Tips In This Section Before you wash ... Removing stains ... Water usage guide ... Using laundry aids ... Washing spscialcare items ... This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and discusses solutions to common laundering problems. Before you wash Preparing... - Page 12 Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest water level setting. LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes Permanent 2 pair pants double sheet shirts 1 tablecloth 3 pair jeans 1 dress 1 coverall 1 blouse 2 slacks Knits shirts 2 slacks 2 pillowcases...
- Page 13 Stain removal auide TO REMOVE STAIN These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh Alcoholic stains with cold water. Wash. If stain remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of beverage lukewarm water, liquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse and rewash.
- Page 14 STAIN TO REMOVE Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol. Sponge stain continu- Ink or ously until all bleeding stops. Let dry. Repeat if necessary. Wash. If stain ballpoint pen ink remains, bleach if safe for fabric. (India and other indelible inks are almost impossible to remove completely.) Iron or rust Colored...
- Page 15 Water usage guide Water temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR Sturdy whites and COLD colorfast pastels 130°F (54°C) or above Diapers Heavy soils Work clothes Normally soiled permanent press and synthetic items Light and moderate soils WARM COLD go”-1 10°F Dark or non-colorfast (32”-44°C) colors Knits and delicate fabrics...
- Page 16 Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 12, for more information.) Chlorine bleach Use bleach dispenser if your machine has one. If your washer does not have a bleach dispenser: 1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load.
- Page 17 Washing speciakare 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...
- Page 18 Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles Fiberglass 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 19 Solving laundering 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. CAUSE PROBLEM Chlorine staining...
- Page 20 Caring for your washer To keep your washer looking like new: Wipe up detergent, bleach or other spills with a soft, damp cloth as they occur. Sharp or heavy objects should not be put on or in the washer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc.
- Page 21 If You NeedAssistance 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.
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Page 22: If You Need
United States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under: .APPLlANCE-HOUSEHOLD-... -
Page 24: Warranty
Any labor costs during the limited warranties. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. 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.