and Care Guide KitchenAld" FOR THE WAY IT'S MADE." A Note to You .................. 2 Um_da_i_ WasherSafety..................3 Gelti_ To K_w Your Wc_h_ ............................ 4 Ope_ling Your W_h_ Oth_ Fealu_ ...5 ............... 11 Laundw Tips................... 13 If You Need A_da_e S_vice ....................... 25 Wa_anty ........................ 28 1-800-422..1230 Call with questions or comments.
Note to You Thank you! Thank you for buying a KITCHENAID e home appliance. This world-class product is the result of years of engineering experience. To ensure reliable, trouble-free operation, please read and follow this Use and Care Guide. In it you will find valuable information to help you safely operate and maintain your appliance. Also, please complete and mail your Product Registration Card. Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety symbols and statements.
Understanding Washer Safety IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your washer, follow basic precautions including the following: • 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.
fling To Know YourWasher The parts and features of your washer are illustrated in this section. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model. They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.
Operating YourWasher This section tells you how to operate your washer. Operating your washer properly enables you to obtain the best possible results. IN THIS SECTION Bofore starting your washer ............ 5 Selecting a cycle and setting ........... 6 Starting or stopping your washer ... 5 Using rinse and spin ........................ 9 Selecting a load size ......................... 6 Using drain and spin ........................ 9 Selecting wash-rinse temperatures .............................
Operating YourWasher Selecting a load size Position the Load Size Selector at the setting that corresponds to the size load you want to wash. Select a load size based on the size of load and the fabric you are washing. See page 14 for additional loading information. To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill, move the Selector to the desired new setting. Settings may vary with model NOTE: Your washer fills to the proper water .
peraling Regular/Heavy Your Washer cycle The Regular/Heavy cycle features high spin speeds designed to shorten drying time. • Use HEAVY to clean large loads of sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled. • Use NORMAL to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are moderately soiled. • Use LIGHT to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are lightly soiled.
Operating YourWasher Pre-Wash cycle The Pre-Wash cycle features a brief period of agitation and high spin speeds to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. • Use warm water for prewashing stained laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See pages 15-17 for stain removal information. • After the Pre-Wash cycle ends, add detergent and set a new wash cycle.
Operating YourWasher 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 the Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to RINSE, as illustrated. 2. Pull the Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain, and spin. Using drain and spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 1.
Operating YourWasher What happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is turned to a setting and pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected load size) before agitation and timing start. The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down. After agitation starts, the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal for washer operation.
Other Features 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. IN THIS SECTION Using the Extra Rinse option ......... 11 Using the chlorine bleach dispenser ......................................... 11 Using the fabric softener dispenser ......................................... 12 About your lint filter ........................
( )ther Features Using the fabric softener dispenser Dilute fabric softener with warm water to the croea-bar (on some models) If the top of the agitator has a pouring well with a cross-bar at the bottom, your model has a fabric softener dispenser. 1. Add detergent and load the basket. . = Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recommended on the package. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. Dilute fabric softener with warm water.
. _jaundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and discusses solutions to common laundering problems. IN THIS SECTION Before you wash ............................. 13 Solving laundering problems ........ 22 Removing stains ............................. 15 Saving energy ................................. Water usage guide .......................... 18 Caring for your washer ................... 23 23 Using laundry aids .....................
f. aundry Tips Loading • Drop items into washer loosely. Fill to the pack or wrap items around the agitator. should move top of theItems basket, but do not easily through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle-free results. Watch for rollover. Items should sink and reappear later. * Load washer properly. Overloading or packing can: • Load by the amount of space items take up, not by their weight. • Mix large and small items in each load. washer balance.
L, aundry Tips Removing stains Stained, heavily soiled or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing. Prewashing or soaking 3. How old the stain is. (Washing and drying can set some stains.) • Start with cold or warm water. Hot water can set some stains. • When bleach is recommended, use a bleach that is safe for the fabric. Dilute chlorine bleach.
.Laundry Tips STAIN TO REMOVE Deodorants and antiperspirants Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Fat, grease or oil Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammonia and all-fabric bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Items soiled with vegetable or cooking oil should not be washed or dried. See vegetable/cooking oil Warning on page 3.
.Laundry Tips STAIN TO REMOVE Mildew Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. If stain remains, soak in warm water and an all-fabric bleach for 15 to 30 minutes. Rewash. (Old mildew stains are almost impossible to remove. Mildew fungus destroys or weakens fabrics.) An alternative to bleach is to treat with salt and lemon juice and dry in direct sunlight. Rinse and rewash. Mildew may form if wet or damp laundry remains in your washer for extended periods of time.
.Laundry Tips Water usage guide Water temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR COMMENTS HOT 130°F (54°C) or above COLD • Heavy soils • Work clothes • Gives best cleaning for heavy soils. • Sturdywhites and colorfastpastels • Diapers • Removes oils, perspiration,greasy soils and stains. • Light and moderate soils • Dark or noncolorfast colors • Moderately soiled permanent press • Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens • Knits and delicate fabrics • Safe for most fabric finishes.
.f_..,aundry Tips Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See "Removing Stains" on pages 15-17 for more information.) Fire or Explosion Hazard • Store flammable solvents or liquids away from your washer. • Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should not be put directly into your washer. • Items treated with solvents should be rinsed and air dried before washing in your washer. The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.
fJaundry Tips Fabric softeners • Use fabric softener dispenser if your washer has one. (See page 12.) • If your washer does not have a fabric softener dispenser, add diluted fabric softener only in the final rinse. • Always dilute fabric softeners with ½ to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics. • Fabric softeners should not be mixed with other laundry products because greasy stains may form.
.. aundry Tips Diapers When using chlorine bleach for soaking, add detergent to load. Avoid overuse of fabric softeners. Absorbency will be reduced. 1. Rinse immediately. Soak in a solution of lukewarm water and a small amount of detergent until you are ready to wash them. You may wish to use bleach or a special soaking product when soaking. 2. Spin excess water from diapers before washing. 3. Wash diapers as you would wash white cottons and linens. Elastic, spandex Elastic picks up oil from the body.
.__.,aundry Til:_ Solving laundering problems 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.
.Laundry Tips Saving energy • Use warm or cold wash water for most loads. Use hot water only when washing heavy, greasy soils or whites. • Wash full loads. • Use lower water levels when washing small loads. • Avoid rewashing. Use enough detergent; pretreat stains or heavy soils; do not overload; use the cycles and wash times recommended for the fabric and soil; sort properly. • Use your washer during off-peak hoursusually early morning and late evening. (Ask your power company.
J_ .___Jaundry Tips Care during periods of non-use Winter storage or moving care To use the washer again: Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer is stored or moved during freezing weather, winterize it. 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket. 3.
If You Need Assistance or Service I. Before calling for assistance... [_ Isyour water turned on? Is the power cord firmly plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker?. If you need more help, check the chart below.
If You Need A=si=tance or Service 2. If you need assistance*... • Call KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center: 1-800-422-1230 One of our trained consultants can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. • If you prefer, write to: Consumer Assistance Center KitchenAid P.O. Box 558 St. Joseph, MI 49085-0558 4.
l{lt{henAid" Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY: KITCHENAID WILL PAY FOR: KITCHENAID WILL NOT PAY FOR: ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. Replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized KitchenAidservicing outlet. SECOND YEAR LIMITED _/ARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. Replacement parts to correct defects in materials or workmanship. A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installationof the washer. 2.