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Summary of Contents for 3360464

Page 1: ...o You 2 Washer Safety 3 Parts and Features 4 Operating Your Washer 5 Caring for Your Washer 12 Laundry Tips 13 Removing Stains 17 Troubleshooting 20 Requesting Assistance or Service 22 Warranty 24 TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS PART NO 3360464 Rev A ...

Page 2: ... read it carefully Please record your model s information Whenever you call to request service on Model Number your appliance you need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number plate see diagram on page 4 for location of plate Please also record the purchase date of Serial Number Purchase Date Dealer Name your appliance and yo...

Page 3: ...ater heater and your hot water pipes HY DROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your washer turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several min utes This will allow gases to escape Do not smoke or use any open flame near your faucet while it is open Please l Have only a qualified person install re pair or replace parts on washer l Maintain washer properly ...

Page 4: ...signed to show the different features of all models covered by this book Your model may not include all features l Page references are included next to some features Refer to those pages for more infor mation about the features Load size selector p 5 Temperature Extra Rinse option P 6 Fabric softener dispense P 11 Agitator Cycle control knob P 5 under lid Basket Tub P 10 Available on some models O...

Page 5: ... Load Size Selector to the setting that corresponds with the size of the wash load and the type of fabric being washed l To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill move the Selector to the desired new setting NOTE If your washer has RESET on the Load Size Selector change the load size selection by first moving the Selector to RESET then to the new load size l See pages 13...

Page 6: ...u want l The numbers are minutes of wash time The cycles are described on pages 7 9 8 Pull out Cycle Control Knob to start washer 9 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured liquid chlorine bleach after the washer starts agitating See page 11 Stopping restarting your washer l To stop the washer at any time push in the Cycle Control Knob l To restart the washer close the lid if necessary and pull out t...

Page 7: ...anent press and some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled NOTE The washer pauses briefly during the wash cycle This is normal for washer Regular cycle operation Permanent Press cycle Knits Gentle cycle The Knits Gentle cycle features a reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling l Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean delicate items and washable knits tha...

Page 8: ... to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreat ment l Use warm water for prewashing stained laundry Hot water can set stains See pages 17 l 9 for stain removal information NOTE After the Pre Wash cycle ends add detergent and set a new wash cycle Super Wash cycle on some models Super Wash automatically prewashes the laundry and advances into the Regular wash cycle The washer does not nee...

Page 9: ...Knob and turn clockwise to RINSE as illustrated 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob The washer fills to the selected load size agitates drains and spins 1 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 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn clockwise to SPIN as illustrated 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob ...

Page 10: ...r washer operation WASH I 3 Fill 4 w 4 c w Wash selected time II t4 e Drain or partial drain No agitation The Permanent Press cycle partially drains fills agitates briefly and drains w Spin Spray rinse Spin l J Spin RINSE Fill Rinse Drain No agitation MAGIC CLEAN lint filter The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself During agitation wash and rinse water passes over the filte...

Page 11: ...each to dispenser The dispenser is for liquid fabric softener use only Adding liquid chlorine bleach Always measure liquid chlorine bleach Do not guess Never use more than 250 mL 1 cup for a full load Use less with lower water level settings Follow manufacturer s directions for safe use Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling 1 Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load 2 Add bleach...

Page 12: ...ill not freeze Because some water may stay in the hoses freezing can damage your washer If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather winterize it To winterize washer To use washer again 1 Shut off both water faucets 1 Flush water pipes and hoses 2 Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses 2 Reconnect water inlet hoses 3 Put 1L 1 quart of R V type antifreeze in 3 Turn on both water faucets...

Page 13: ...ors from light colors colorfast items from noncolorfast items l Sort by fabric and construction sturdy cottons knits delicate items Loading l Drop items into washer loosely Fill to the IELI top of the basket but do not wrap items around the agitator Items should move easily through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle free results Items should sink and reappear later l Load washer properly and...

Page 14: ...ng size sheet 3 shirts 1 tablecloth 4 pair jeans 1 dress 1 coverall 1 blouse 1 overall 2 slacks Knits 3 shirts 3 slacks 2 pillowcases 3 blouses 6 shirts 4 tops 4 dresses Mixed Load 3 double sheets 4 pillowcases 8 T shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 8 handkerchiefs Towels 10 bath towels 10 hand towels 14 wash cloths 1 bathmat Delicates 3 camisoles 1 quilted robe 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nig...

Page 15: ...ides a more comfortable temperature for handling the wash load Water hardness Many poor washing results can be traced to the hardness of the wash water To check your water hardness l City water ask the city water company l Well water ask the local water authority Ask for the mineral content in grains gallon or parts million If your water is more than 8 grains gallon or more than 153 parts million ...

Page 16: ...arm 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 likely to be stretched and dam aged when washed especially bulky knits Knits made of synthetic fabrics such as po...

Page 17: ...ng gum Chocolate or coffee Crayon ant candle wax Cream milk or ice cream I I TO REMOVE 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 Wash Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer...

Page 18: ...m or cold water with an enzyme presoak for at least green 30 minutes or sponge with denatured alcohol Wash in water tempera vegetables ture and bleach safe for the fabric For colored fabrics check colorfast ness before applying alcohol For acetate sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner If stain remains bleach with 3 hydrogen peroxide Rinse Rewash Ink or ballpoint pen ink Spray stain with an aer...

Page 19: ...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 Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or treat stain with recommended thinner While stain is still wet with solvent rub liquid detergent into it Wash...

Page 20: ...rting l Paper or tissue in pockets l Pilling being mistaken for lint l Not enough detergent Load too wet after spin Shrinking l Cold rinses l Cycle stopped before spinning is complete l Fabric type some knits stretch during manufacturing laundering returns fabric to original size l Care label directions not followed Snags rips and holes l Items damaged before washing l Misuse of chlorine bleach do...

Page 21: ...faucets turned on Are the water hoses kinked or clogged Is the drain hose lower than the water level in the washer It must be higher Is the lid closed Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out Is the washer making noises 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 ...

Page 22: ...pur chased the washer or an authorized Whirlpool service company 2 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a protected trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every...

Page 23: ...he article nor for consequential damages of whatsoever nature howsoever arising 5 2 Without derogating from the generality of the aforegoing K I C shall not be liable for any damages arising from the malfunctioning and or damage of to the article arising from foreign objects finding their way into the working parts of the article e g a coin blocking a washing machine pump 6 The warranty does not a...

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