Whirlpool RAM5243A Use And Care Manual
Whirlpool RAM5243A Use And Care Manual

Whirlpool RAM5243A Use And Care Manual

Roper home appliance two speed automatic washer use and care guide ram5243a

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC wyz3 A Note To You Understanding Washer Safety Knowing Your Washer’s Features 0 aeh$rng Your Other Features Laundry Tips If You Need Warranty I-800-44ROPER Call us with questions or comments WASHER MODEL RAM5243A...
  • Page 2: A Note To You

    A Note To You Thank you for buying You have purchased a quality, worldclass home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy 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: Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY 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. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials.
  • Page 4: Knowing Your Washer's Features

    Knowing Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. Load size selector Toll-free number 1 -i - l-800447-6737- Fabric roftener dispenoer :iltL Manual clean lint filter, not shown (Inside agitator)
  • Page 5: Operating Your Washer

    Operating In This Section Before starting your washer -...lll...l.-.. Starting or stopping your washer -..- Selecting a load rlze -..,,,---,--,5 Selecting wash&se temperaturea Operating your washer properly ensures 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 a small load size setting.
  • Page 7: Permanent Press Cycle

    Regular cycle The Regular cycle features high agitation and spin speeds. Use HEAVY SOIL, 14 minutes of wash time, to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled. Use NORMAL SOIL, 10 minutes of wash time, to clean cottons and linens that are moderately soiled.
  • Page 8 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) before agitation and timing start. The washer will begin agitating immedi- ately after filling: agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down.
  • Page 9: Other Features

    Other Features In This Section Using the fabric softener dkpenser ..-...S Using the chlorine bleach dispenser -..-...-9 Your washer may have some of the following features. Understanding the use of the features on your machine will help you efficiently use your washer. Using the fabric softener...
  • Page 10: Manual Clean Lint Filter

    Manual clean lint filter Clean lint filter after every load. 1. To remove, grasp the top of the agitator with both hands. Pull upward to remove agitator cap. Lint filter is attached to the end of the shaft. 2. Detach lint filter by pinching forked ends of shaft together.
  • Page 11: Laundry Tips

    Laundry Tips In This Section Before you wash I...-.I.. “.. l.-...l..._.. Removing ofAn0 ..-..,-...--,...-..-...,12 Waler usage gutdo,,--,...--,--- Using laundry dds s--e-...------ Washing special-care Items _--...-_-... This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing infonnation 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 2 shirts Dellcates 2 blouses...
  • Page 13: Stain Removal Guide

    Stain removal guide STAlN TO REMOVE Alcoholic These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh beverage stains with cold water. Wash. If stain remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water, liquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse. Wash Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or Blood longer.
  • Page 14 STAfN TO REMOVE Iron or rust Colored or noncolorfast to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. Whtte or colorfast hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Ketchup or Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry deaning solvent or apply a tomato prewash soil and stain remover.
  • Page 15: Water Usage Guide

    Water usage guide Water temperature RINSE WASH USE FOR COLD Heavy soils 13O’F (54%) Work clothes or above Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers WARM COLD Light and moderate soils QO”-110°F Dark or noncolorfast (32”~44%) colors Moderately soiled perma- nent press Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens Knits and delicate fabrics...
  • Page 16: Using Laundry Aids

    Using laundry aids Follow package Instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing on pages 12-14, StaitIS” more information.) Chlorine bleach Use bleach dispenser. (See page 9.) Follow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates or some flame-retardant fabrics.
  • 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. Blankets, electric and Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time woolen according to the type of blanket being washed.
  • Page 18 Fiberglass Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass partides 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 “Assistance or Service” section of this book. CAUSE PROBLEM Brown, yellow Chlorine staining...
  • Page 20: Caring For Your Washer

    Caring for your washer Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe. If the washer interior needs cleaning (for example, after tinting or dyeing), put l/z cup (125 mL) of chlorine bleach and 1 cup (250mL) of detergent in the washer.
  • Page 21: If You Need

    If You Need Assistance Or Service 1. Before calling for assistance Is your water turned on? Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker’? If you need more help, check the chart below. PROBLEM Washer will not fill Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper...
  • Page 22 . . . ment parts . . . FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Roper’ appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work...
  • Page 23: Washer Warranty

    F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. This Roper appliance is warranted by Whirlpool Corporation. Under no circumstances shall it be liable under this warranty for incidental or consequential damages and all implied warranties are limited to the same time period stated in the express warranties for Roper Brand Appliances.

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