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Page 1: ...odels with Temperature Selector in Cycle Control Knob 9 Stopping restarting your washer 11 Understanding what happens in each cycle 12 Understanding normal washer sounds 12 Adding liquid chlorine bleach 13 Adding liquid fabric softener 13 Caring for Your Washer 14 Laundry Tips 15 Removing Stains 19 Troubleshooting 22 Requesting Assistance or Service 24 Warranty 28 1 800 447 6737 Call us with quest...

Page 2: ...rd your model s information Whenever you call to request service on your appliance you need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number label plate see diagram on page 4 for location of label plate Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and your dealer s name address and telephone number Keep this book and the sa...

Page 3: ...ing the washing machine turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is flam mable do not smoke or use an open flame during this time Do not allow children to play on or in the washer Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children Before the wash...

Page 4: ...ORMAL LIGHT 4 6 8 COOL DOWN DEEP RINSE REGULA R Parts and Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated on this page Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer Page references are included next to some features Refer to those pages for more information about the features NOTE The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model They are designed to s...

Page 5: ...ith separate Water Level and Temperature Selectors 1 Add measured detergent to the washer Then place a sorted load of clothes in the washer Sort and load clothes as described on pages 15 16 You may load clothes to the top row of basket holes If desired you may also add color safe bleach 2 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the dispenser see page 13 Use only liquid chlo...

Page 6: ...a wash rinse temperature with the Water Temperature Selector Match the water temperature with the type of fabric and soils being washed See page 17 for water temperature guidelines 6 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want See page 7 7 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to start the washer 8 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured and diluted liquid fabric soften...

Page 7: ... 12 Heavy minutes of wash time depending on whether your load is heavily moderately or lightly soiled Permanent Press The Permanent Press cycle features a cool down rinse and shorter spins to reduce wrinkling Use this 8 minute cycle for clean ing permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled Fabricare cycle The Fabricare cycle features a brief wash cycle that inc...

Page 8: ... 1 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to SPIN as shown 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob The washer drains then spins RINSE OFF RINSE OFF RINSE OFF OFF NORMAL FABRICARE OPERATING YOUR WASHER SPIN OFF SPIN OFF SPIN OFF OFF NORMAL FABRICARE Self cleaning lint filter Basket interior Self cleaning lint filter The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself During agi...

Page 9: ...e size of your wash load and the type of fabric being washed To change the water level setting after the washer has started to fill move the selector to the desired new setting See pages 15 and 16 for loading tips 4 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want See page 10 5 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to start the washer 6 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measure...

Page 10: ... spins to shorten drying time Use this 6 minute cycle for cleaning delicate items and washable knits that are lightly to moderately soiled Cycle options You may select a different wash time by first selecting the water temperature Hot Warm or Cold and then turning to the new wash time For example for 14 minutes of wash time with Cold water 1 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to ...

Page 11: ...s drains and spins Using drain and spin models with Water Temperature Selector in Cycle Control Knob A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing excess water 1 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to Spin as shown 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob The washer drains then spins OPERATING YOUR WASHER Rinse OFF Spin OFF Stoppi...

Page 12: ...y make sounds that your old one didn t Because the sounds are unfamiliar you may be concerned about them Don t be most of them are normal The following describes some of the sounds you may hear and what causes them During washing When you select a small load size setting for a small wash load the water level in your washer is lower With this lower water level you may hear a clicking sound from the...

Page 13: ...ved in the rinse cycle Pour bleach around agitator not directly on load Adding liquid fabric softener Always dilute fabric softener with 1 2 to 1 cup 125 to 250 mL warm water Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics Add diluted fabric softener only in the final rinse Fabric softener should not be mixed with other laundry products because greasy stains may form If stains form remove by wetting t...

Page 14: ... Put 1 quart 1L of R V type antifreeze in the basket 4 Run washer on a drain and spin setting see pages 8 and 11 for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water 5 Unplug the power supply cord Non use or vacation care Operate your washer only when you are at home If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time you should Unplug the power supply cord or turn o...

Page 15: ...ms around the agitator Items should move easily through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle free results Items should sink and reappear later To reduce wrinkling permanent press and synthetic knits should have more room to move in the water than heavy items towels jeans Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle Mend tears loose hems and se...

Page 16: ...commended for the fabric and soil Use your washer during off peak hours usually early morning and late evening Ask your power company Loading suggestions For these suggested full sized loads set the Load Size Selector to the highest water level setting EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Permanent Press 1 double sheet 1 tablecloth 1 dress 1 blouse 2 slacks 3 shirts 2 pillowcases Mixed Load 2 double or 1 ...

Page 17: ...o provides a more comfortable temperature for handling the wash load Checking hot water temperature Your hot water should be 130 F 54 C or above If you do not know your hot water temperature you can check it easily You may need to raise the temperature of your water heater To check your hot water 1 Fill a pan with the hottest water available from the faucet that fills your washer NOTE If you do no...

Page 18: ...y will be reduced Elastic picks up oil from the body Oil can damage elastic Wash often to reduce the damage Use warm water and sufficient detergent to remove oils Do not use chlorine bleach Items will be clearly labeled as flame retardant Follow manufacturer s instructions to retain flame retardant qualities Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch However this means that knits are more ...

Page 19: ...e presoak Rewash Scrape off excess with a dull knife Place fabric between two blotters or facial tissue Press with warm iron Remove color stain with nonflammable fabric cleaner Hand wash until stain is gone If full load is crayon stained take to cleaners or coin operated dry cleaning machine Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Wash Repeat if necessar...

Page 20: ...stain remains cover area with a paste made of color safe bleach a few drops of hot water and a few drops of ammonia Wait 15 to 30 minutes Wash Old stains Sponge with white vinegar Rinse Repeat procedure for fresh stains Soak in warm or cold water with an enzyme presoak for at least 30 min utes or sponge with denatured alcohol Wash in water temperature and bleach safe for the fabric For colored fab...

Page 21: ... and stain remover Rinse Work liquid detergent and a few drops of vinegar into stain Rinse If stain remains apply 3 hydrogen peroxide Rinse and wash Hand wash paint stained items Water base Treat stains while still wet These paints cannot be removed after they have dried Rinse in warm water to flush out paint Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner Rinse Wash Oil base Scrape off fresh paint Spon...

Page 22: ... pour directly on clothes Sharp items not removed from pockets fasteners not fastened Using soap in very hard water use detergent in hard water Not enough detergent Line drying Overloading Clothes wrapped around agitator Overloading leave more room for permanent press and knits Load not immediately removed from washer after cycle Cycle selection incorrect Water temperature too low Not enough deter...

Page 23: ... the hot and cold water faucets turned on Are the water hoses kinked or clogged Is the drain hose higher than the water level in the washer It must be higher for proper operation Is the washer making noises see page 12 or vibrating Is the wash load properly distributed around the agitator NOTE Washer stops briefly during a wash cycle These pauses are normal If none of these items was causing your ...

Page 24: ...Step 1 When asking for help or service Please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 3 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a ...

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Page 28: ...se fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by us E Any labor costs during the limited warranty F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 3 96 THIS ROPER APPLIANCE IS WARRANTED BY WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL IT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY FOR INCIDEN TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclu...

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