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Gold ® THREE SPEED ELECTRONIC WASHER For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service call: 1-800-253-1301 In Canada, for assistance call: 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service call: 1-800-807-0777 or visit our website www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.com/canada Table of Contents ............. 3953949B...
TABLEOF CONTENTS WASHER SAFETY ................PARTS AND FEATURES ..............WASHER USE ................. Understanding Washer Cycles ............ Loading ..................Normal Sounds ................Starting Your Washer ..............Changing or Cancelling Cycles and Options ....... 7 Selecting a Cycle ................Selecting Options ................. ACCUWASH Temperature Control System ......
WASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER"...
PARTS ANDFEATURES 1. Control panel Detergent dispenser 2. Model and serial number label 8. DURASMOOTH white porcelain basket 9. Tub 3. Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser 4. Liquid fabric softener dispenser Additional features CATALYST® cleaning action 5. XTRA ROLL ACTION PLUS agitator 6.
WASHER USE Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the LOAD SIZE selector to the highest setting. SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS When a cycle is selected, the washer lid is closed, and Start is pushed, the washer fills (to the selected load size) before Heavy Work Clothes agitation and timing start.
Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser, if desired. Bleach is diluted and automatically dispensed during the wash cycle. See "SMART BLEACH Timed Bleach Dispenser." Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less for a smaller load size.
10. Press Start. The wash cycle begins.The total cycle time (in Temperature Guide minutes) glows in the Estimated Time Remaining display. Water Temp Use For Whites and pastels 111 °F (44°C) Heavy soils or above NOTE: If you do not press Start within 5 minutes of selecting Warm Bright colors the cycle, the cycle and settings are automatically cancelled.
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Normal Use this 8-12 minute cycle for moderately soiled cottons and linens. The cycle starts with high speed agitation for deep This section d escribes theavailable wash cycles a ndwillhelp cleaning, then automatically steps to a lower speed to help youmake thebest c ycle selections foryour w ash loads.
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To select or cancel CATALYST cleaning action Preset cycle settings Your washer has preset soil levels, load sizes and water Press On/Off to select or cancel CATALYST cleaning action. The temperatures based on the cycle selected. The preset settings CATALYST option must be selected or cancelled before Start is provide the recommended fabric...
Rinse/Spin or Spin only When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is The timed bleach dispenser automatically dispenses liquid needed. The Rinse/Spin option may also be used for items that chlorine bleach to the wash...
TROUBLESHOOTING Replace inlet hoses after five years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found. the cost of a service call...
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Has a fuse blown or has the circuit breaker tripped? Washer leaks If problem continues, call electrician, Are you using an extension cord? • Check the following: Do not use an extension cord. Are the fill hoses tight? Are the fill hose washers properly Is the washer in a normal pause in the Perm.
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Residue or lint on load Gray whites, dingy colors • Did you sort properly?. • Did you properly sort the load? Sort lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, Dye transfer can occur when mixing whites and colors in a synthetics).
For further assistance precision used to build every new WHIRLPOOL GOLD ® appliance. If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Canada Inc. with any questions or concerns at: To locate FSP® replacement parts in your area: Customer Interaction Center In the U.S.A., call the Customer Interaction Center at...