THREE SPEED ELECTRONIC WASHER Use & Care Guide 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: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.com/canada Table of Contents.............................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS WASHER SAFETY ..........................................................................3 PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................4 WASHER USE .................................................................................5 Understanding Washer Cycles ....................................................5 Loading.........................................................................................5 Normal Sounds ...............................
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 is the safety alert symbol. 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” or “WARNING.
PARTS AND FEATURES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Control panel Model and serial number label Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser Liquid fabric softener dispenser XTRA ROLL ACTION™ PLUS agitator Lid Control panel 4 7. Detergent dispenser 8. DURASMOOTH™ white porcelain basket 9.
WASHER USE Understanding Washer Cycles Loading 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 agitation and timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling.
Starting Your Washer 3. 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. ■ Follow the manufacturer’s directions for safe use. ■ To avoid spilling, use a cup with a pouring spout. Do not let bleach splash, drip, or run down into the washer basket.
Temperature Guide Water Temp Use For Hot 111°F (44°C) or above Whites and pastels Heavy soils Warm 90°-110°F (32°-43°C) Bright colors Moderate to light soils Cold 70°-90°F (21°-32°C) Colors that bleed or fade Light soils NOTE: If you do not press Start within 5 minutes of selecting the cycle, the cycle and settings are automatically cancelled. Pausing or restarting your washer NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 70ºF (21ºC), detergents do not dissolve well.
Normal Selecting a Cycle This section describes the available wash cycles and will help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels. Preset cycle settings provide the recommended fabric care for your selected cycle. For improved fabric care at water levels below medium, the washer automatically lowers the agitation speed. This change takes place in all cycles except Extra Delicate and Hand Wash.
Preset cycle settings Your washer has preset soil levels, load sizes and water temperatures based on the cycle selected. The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for your load. See chart. Cycle Soil Level Load Size Water Temperature Heavy Duty More Super Plus Warm/Cold Whitest Whites Normal Super Plus Hot/Cold Normal Normal Super Plus Warm/Cold Perm.
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 needed. The Rinse/Spin option may also be used for items that need rinsing only or for completing a cycle after a power failure. An extra drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water.
Water Inlet Hoses Replace inlet hoses after five years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker. Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer.
Has a fuse blown or has the circuit breaker tripped? If problem continues, call electrician. ■ ■ Are you using an extension cord? Do not use an extension cord. ■ Is the washer in a normal pause in the Perm. Press/ Casual or Hand Wash cycle? The washer pauses for about 2 minutes in the Perm. Press/ Casual cycle. Allow the cycle to continue. Washer leaks ■ Are the fill hoses tight? Are the fill hose washers properly seated? Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? See the Installation Instructions.
Residue or lint on load Gray whites, dingy colors ■ Did you sort properly? Sort lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics). Also sort by color. ■ Did you properly sort the load? Dye transfer can occur when mixing whites and colors in a load. Sort dark clothes from whites and lights. ■ Did you overload the washer? The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded. Lint can be trapped in the load if overloaded. Wash smaller loads.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help Whirlpool Assistance or Service to better respond to your request.
WHIRLPOOL GOLD® WASHER WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this washer is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP ® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.