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Summary of Contents for 3363834

Page 1: ...sher 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 3363834 ...

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 Youcan find this information on the model and serial number plate see diagram on page 4 for location of plate Serial Number Purchase Date Dealer Name Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and you...

Page 3: ...ir or replace parts on washer that can create a fire hazard or explosion l Maintain washer properly Do not allow children to operate play l Protect washer from the weather and with or crawl on or inside your washer Supervise children closely when your keep it where the temperature will not fall washer is used near them below freezing l Install and level washer on a floor that Before your washer is...

Page 4: ...rom 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 l Page references are included next to some features Refer to those pages for more infor mation about the features Cycle control knob PP 6 7 1 Model and serial number plate under lid Basket Tub Available on some models On your Control Panel 0 means OFF 4...

Page 5: ... being washed l See pages 13 and 14 for loading tips 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 5 Select a wash rinse temperature with the Water Temperature Selector Match the ...

Page 6: ...or the Regular and Permanent Press cycles 7 Push in Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want 8 Pull out Cycle Control Knob to start washer 9 OPTIONAL STEP Add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the wash water See page 11 Stopping restarting your washer To stop the washer at any time push in the Cycle Control Knob l To restart the washer close the lid if necessary and pul...

Page 7: ... clean cotton and linen fabrics that are moderately to heavily soiled l Use 6 minutes LIGHT to clean cotton and linen fabrics that are lightly soiled Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system a cool down rinse and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling l Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled NOT...

Page 8: ...r l After the Soak cycle ends add detergent and set a new wash cycle Pre Wash cycle on some models The Pre Wash cycle features a brief period of high speed agitation to loosen heavy soils and stains l Use warm water for prewashing stained laundry Hot water can set stains See pages 17 l 9 for stain removal information l After the Pre Wash cycle ends add detergent and set a new wash cycle Super Wash...

Page 9: ...le Control 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 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 Cont...

Page 10: ...lar and Permanent Press cycles The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation Fill Fill Wash selected time Rinse t w Drain No agitation The Permanent Press cycle partially drains fills agitates briefly and drains I rpl 4 Spin Drain No agitation IXJ 4 Spin Spray rinse BJ 4 Spin MAGIC CLEAN lint filter The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket c...

Page 11: ...ach 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: ...t will 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 1 Shut off both water faucets 2 Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses 3 Put 1L 1 quart of R V type antifreeze in the basket 4 Run washer on a drain and spin setting see page 9 for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze...

Page 13: ...d construction sturdy cottons knits delicate items corduroy synthetics perma nent press When possible turn lint givers inside out Loading l Drop items into washer loosely Fill to the El top of the basket top row of holes 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 by the amo...

Page 14: ...ng size sheet s 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 bath mat Delicates 3 camisoles 1 quilted robe 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 ...

Page 15: ...o provides a more comfortable temperature for handling the wash load Checking hot water temperature Your hot water should be 54 C 130 F or above If you do not know your hot water temperature you can check it easily You Water hardness Many poor washing results can be traced to the hardness of the wash water To check your water hardness may need to raise the temperature of your l City water ask the ...

Page 16: ... detergent to remove oils Do not use chlorine bleach Flame retardant clothing Items will be clearly labeled as flame retardant Follow manufacturer s instructions to retain flame retardant qualities I Knits 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 s...

Page 17: ...e 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 Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer Rinse Rub detergent into any remaining stains Rinse If stain remains put a few drops...

Page 18: ...ash 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 coloured fabrics check coloutfastness be fore applying alcohol For acetate sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner If stain remains bleach with 3 hy...

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: ... 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 not ...

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 e 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 22: ... authorized Whirlpool service company 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 new WHIRLPOOL appliance To l...

Page 23: ...lfunctioning of the article nor for consequential dam ages of whatsoever nature howsoever arising 5 2 Without derogating from the generality of the aforegoing GENTECH 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...

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