Parts and features ‘:2* SELECTOR \ss;i:$ Model and Serial Numbers here COPY YOU W-en YOU need service or call with u question, have this information ready: Model and Serial Numbers complete (from plate under the lid near the hinge). 2. Purchase date from sales slip. Copy.
For a Rinse and Spin For a Drain and Spin For a Soak or Pre-Wash Liquid Bleach Dispenser. Fabric Softener Dispenser MAGIC CLEAN@ Filter CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Winterizing IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE WASHER WARRANTT ..01986 Whirlpool Corporation...
Starting your washer Before starting 1. Measure and add detergent. your washer: 2. Place sorted load in washer. 3. Start the washer. Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. Set the knob on or between EX SMALL [a few items] and EX LARGE (a full load).
Select CYCLE and WASH TIME; Start the washer Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. Start the washer by pulling out 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 designed for different kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH agitation time. When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before agitation and timing starts.
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NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing. For better fabric care in the REGULAR cycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time.
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PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle pi$E&gq cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these fabrics, KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL A cycle that gently washes and spins moder- ately soiled delicate items and washable knits.
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Always use NOTE: cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics.
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SOAK and PRE-WASH Cycle Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recom- mended amount of detergent or pre-soa k additive. should lowed SUPER WASH Cycle Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal.
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Pre-wash setting begins here, (see page 13). Special care is needed when soaking or pm-washing See your “Laundry Guide” for proper laundry. use of ihls cycle.
Other operating instructions Extra rinse option (automatic) For an automatic extra rinse in the REGULAR HEAVY REGULAR NORMAL Cycles: Flip the Extra Rinse button to the “ON” position before the REGULAR Cycle starts. The washer will auto- matically proceed into the extra rinse and spin after the REGULAR Cycle.
For a soak or pre-wash For best results, use water warm for soaking or prewashing stained laundry Hot water can set stains. *To start soak or pre-wash with agitation, the Control Knob must point to a number in the SOAK Cycle. Liquid bleach dispenser Always measure...
Liquid fabric softener dispenser Add detergent and load to the basket. 2. Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recom- mended on the bottle. 3. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter The lint filter in your washer cleans itself.
Caring for your washer WHEN 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, use a soft dry cloth to AFTER WASHING, wipe the outside and inside dry.
Wmterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is ring the cold weather... stored or moved 2. Put a quart of Shut off both water automotive-type faucets. Disconnect antifreeze in the and drain water basket.
If you need service or assistance, u 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 fl!!: Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage?
Whirlpool appliance. *If you must call or write, please pro- vide: model number, serial number, date of purchase, and a complete description of the problem.
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