Whirlpool Use And Care A Note To You 2 Understanding Washer Safety 3 Knowing Your Washer's Features 4 Operating Your Washer 5 Other Features 10 Laundry Tips 11 If You Need Assistance Or Service 21 Warranty 24 ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS
A NOTE TO YOU ANoteToYsu Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have 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. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Owner ship Registration Card provided with your appliance.
UNDERSTANDING WASHER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons 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.
KNOWING YOUR WASHER’S FEATURES 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. 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 YOUR WASHER Operating Your Washer In This Section Page Before starting your washer................. ............ 5 Page Selecting a cycie and time............. ................. 6 Starting or stopping your washer........ ............ 5 Using rinse and spin...................... ................. 8 Seiecting a ioad size.............................. ............ 5 Using drain and spin...................... ................ 0 Selecting wash-rinse temperatures..... ............
OPERATING YOUR WASHER 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. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time. Selecting wash-rinse temperatures Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Regular cycle The Regular cycle features a longer spin to shorten drying time. • Use Normal, 30-22 minutes of wash time, to clean sturdily constructed cotton or linen fabrics and heavily soiled loads. • Use Light, 14-6 minutes of wash time, to clean loads that are moderately soiled. m( Regular cycle Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features a cool down rinse and shorter spins to reduce wrinkling.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER Manual Soak cycle (on some models) The Manual Soak cycle features high speed agitation and a soak to remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. • After the Manual Soak cycle is complete, push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob to SPIN. See “Using drain and spin” below. See “Auto Soak" on page 7 for additional soaking information.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER 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. 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.
OTHER FEATURES Other Features In This Section Page Using the chlorine bleach dispenser.... ........ 10 Page MAGIC CLEAN* lint filter............. ................. 10 Manual clean lint filter............................ ........ 10 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 chlorine bleach dispenser Always measure chlorine bleach. Do not guess.
LAUNDRY TIPS Laundry Tips In This Section Page Before you wash.............................. ................ 11 Page Soiving iaundering problems........ .............. 19 Removing stains.............................. ................ 12 Caring for your washer................... .................20 Water usage guide........................... ............... 15 Saving energy................................. ............. 20 Using laundry aids.......................... ................
LA^UNDRY TIPS Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest water level setting.
LAUNDRY TIPS Stain removal guide STAIN Alcoholic beverage TO REMOVE Catsup or tomato products These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh 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 and rewash. Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
STAIN TO REMOVE Ink or ballpoint pen ink Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol. Sponge stain continu ously until all bleeding stops. Let dry. Repeat if necessary. Wash. If stain remains, bleach if safe for fabric. (India and other indelible inks are almost impossible to remove completely.) Iron or rust Colored or noncolorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White or colorfast items: Try a rust remover.
l^AUNDRY TIPS Water usage guide Water temperature COMMENTS WASH RINSE USE FOR HOT 130°F (54°C) or above WARM 90°-110°F (32°-44»C) • Gives best cieaning for heavy soils. • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils and stains. • Prevents graying and yeilowing. COLD • Heavy soils • Work clothes • Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels • Diapers • Safe for most fabric finishes. • Less fading and dye bleeding. • Reduces wrinkling.
Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 12, for more information.) Chlorine bleach • Use bleach dispenser if your machine has one. • Follow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates or some flame-retardant fabrics. • Measure bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle.
LAUNDRY TIPS Washing special-care items 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 woollen according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be necessary. If manufacturer recommends machine washing: 1.
LAUNDRY TIPS Fiberglass materials Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles 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). Knits made of synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic tend to keep their original shape more than a knit made of cotton or ramie. 1.
LAUNDRY TIPS 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 “Assis tance or Service” section of this book.
LAUNDRY TIPS 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 the washer interior needs cleaning, put 1 cup (250 ml) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hot water.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 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 causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Washer fills and drains without running Cycle control knob is not pointing to a number in the cycle. Washer drains Drain hose is lower than the during wash and water level in the washer. rinse cycles, or water siphons out 2. If your problem is not due to one of the items listed in Step 1 ... Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized Whirlpool service company. 3. If you need FSP* replace ment parts ...
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WHIRLPOOL Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP* replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defec tive in materials or workmanship.
