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TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC A Note To You Understanding Washer Safety Knowing Your Washer’s Features hg Your asher The Chlorine Usin Blea Dispenser Laundry lips If You Need 2iizror Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Cd us with q~ostions or commentr. WASHER MODEL LMR4232A...
A Note ToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool You have purchased world-class a quality, 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY To reduce the risk of fire. electrical when using your washer, follow basic precautkms, Read all instructions before using your washer. Do not machine wash or machine dry items deaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or other flammable fluids.
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Knowing Your Washer’s Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. Load 8ize 8dector Bleach -----L- AgitdOt ccnDumu -(tZEG; Model and cwial number plate ---- ..* . &...
Operating In This Section Bdors l ..tarttng your washer Starting or atopping your waoher ..5 Sehctlng a wash temparaturo ... 5 a load 8izs ... 6 S&cling 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.
Water temperature tips Use warm or hot wash water with permanent press fabrics. For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak in warm water before washing. See the “Water usage guide’ on page 15 for more information. Selecting a load size Position the Load Size Selector at the setting that...
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Heavy cycle The Heavy cycle features hot water for heavy soils and longer spins to shorten drying time. Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed fabrics and heavily soiled loads. Normal cycle The Normal cycle features warm wash water and longer spins to shorten drying time.
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 RINSE, as illustrated. 2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain, and spin.
What happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills (with the selected water temperature) before agita- tion and timing start. The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down.
Using The Chlorine Bleach Dispenser Always measure chlorine bleach. Do not guess. For this washer, never use more than lh cup (125 mL) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow manufacturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling.
Laundry Tips In This Section Rafore you wash ... 11 Removing rtains ... 12 Water umage guide ... 15 Using laundry aids ... 16 Washing specialcare Items ... 17 This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information and discusses solutions to common laundering problems.
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-size loads, use the LARGE load size setting. 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 2 shirts Dellcates 2 blouses 2 camisoles...
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Stain removal guide 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.
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STAlN 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...
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Water usage guide Water temuerature WASH RINSE USE FOR Heavy soils COLD 130°F (54°C) Work clothes or above Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers Light and moderate soils WARM COLD 90”-110°F Dark or non-colorfast (32’-44%) colors Normally soiled permanent press Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens Knits and delicate fabrics...
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.
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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.
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Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles Fiberglass materials could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However, Knits this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and damaged when washed (especially bulky knits).
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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...
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.
If 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 and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell causes, you what to do if you still need assistance or service.
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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: ‘APPUINCE-HOUSEHOl&...
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.
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