Whirlpool TAWM400A Use & Care Manual

Whirlpool washing machine use & care guide tawm400a

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Washer Safety
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Knowing Your
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Warranty
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ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER
MODEL TAWM400A

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  • Page 1 UseAndCane ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER A NuteToYou Understanding Washer Safety Knowing Your washefsFeatures kg Your asher otherFeature!s hmdry Tips NYqu Need Warranty 1-800-253-1301 call US with qlestions or cammmltr. MODEL TAWM400A...
  • Page 2 ANote ToYou Thank you for buying an Estate You have purchased a quality, wor/&/ass 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 SAFEl-Y To reduce the risk of fire, electrical when using your washer, follow bask 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.
  • Page 4: Knowingyour Washefs Features

    KnowingYour Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. Load size 8electcr Consumer Assistance CeMer number (l-e0&252-1301)- Bleach cli~pensw Other feature not shown: Manual cleuan llnt filter (lndde agltator) Washefs...
  • Page 5: Starting Or Stopping Your Washer

    Operating Your Washer In This Section Before stating your wuher your waahw ..5 or stopping Starting a load size ... Meeting Selecting wash-rinse 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 your washer...
  • Page 6: Selecting Wash-Rinse Temperatures

    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 small load size settings.
  • Page 7 Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features a cool- down rinse and shorter spins to reduce wrinkling. Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetics.
  • Page 8: Using Rinse And Spin

    Using rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn clock- wise to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated.
  • Page 9: What Happens In Each Cycle

    What happens 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.
  • Page 10: Other Features

    Other Features In This Section bleach di$pensw Using the chlorine Your washer has the following features. Understanding the use of the features on your machine will help you efficiently use your washer. Using the chlorine Always measure chlorine bleach. Do not guess. For this washer, never use more than l/i cup (125 mL) for a full load.
  • Page 11: Before You Wash

    Laundry Tips In This Section Before you wash ... Removing stains ... Watar usage guide ... Using laundry aids ... items ... Washing spaciakue This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and discusses solutions to common laundering problems. Before you wash Preparing...
  • Page 12: Removing Stains

    Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest load size setting. REGULAR CAPACITY WASHERS Mlxed Load Heavy Work Clothes 1 double sheet 1 pair pants 2 pillowcases 2 shirts 6 T-shirts 2 pair jeans 6 pair shorts 1 coverall Dellcates 2 shirts 2 blouses...
  • Page 13 Stain removal guide STAlN TO REMOVE These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh Alcoholic beverage stains with cold water. Wash. If stain remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution 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 remains, bleach if safe for fabric. (India and other indelible inks are almost pen ink impossible to remove completely.) Colored...
  • Page 15 Water usage guide Water temperature USE FOR WASH RINSE Heavy soils COLD 13O’F (54°C) Work clothes or above Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers Light and moderate soils WARM COLD go’-1 10°F Dark or non-colorfast (32”-44°C) colors Moderately soiled perma- nent press Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens...
  • Page 16: Using Laundry Aids

    Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See ‘Removing Stains” on page 12, for more information.) Chlorine bleach Use bleach dispenser. Follow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates or some flame-retardant fabrics. Measure bleach.
  • Page 17 Washing special-care 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 according to the type of blanket being washed.
  • Page 18 Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles could Fiberglass stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. materials Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However, this Knits 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

    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 tf 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 22 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-nousEHoLP...
  • Page 24: Washer Warranty

    “Assistance “Assistance or Service,” additional telephone number, l-800-253-1301, PART NO. 3430144 Rev. A 0 1992 Whirlpool Corporalion Q Regisiered ESTATE” Washer Warranty WILL PAY FOR replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in Service must be provided by an WhirlpoolSM service company.

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