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Whirlpool 3MAS4132FW0 Use And Care Manual Download Page 16

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R

EQUESTING

A

SSISTANCE OR

S

ERVICE

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F YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

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If your problem is not due to any of the items listed
in the “Troubleshooting” section, contact the dealer
from whom you purchased the washer, or
Whirlpool South Africa (Pty) Ltd. Consumer Care
Toll Free Line 0800128940 for assistance.

When calling, please know the purchase date, and
the complete model of your appliance (see “A Note
to You”). This information will help us better
respond to your request.

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F YOU NEED REPLACEMENT PARTS

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FSP* is a protected trademark of Whirlpool
South Africa (Pty) Ltd. 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 locate replacement parts in your area, contact
the dealer from whom you purchased the washer,
or an authorized Whirlpool South Africa (Pty) Ltd.
service company.

*

Registered Ttrademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A.

3951064A

10/98

Printed in U.S.A.

© 1998 Whirlpool Corporation

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Summary of Contents for 3MAS4132FW0

Page 1: ...oading 6 Selecting a Cycle Time and Temperature 7 Adding Liquid Chlorine Bleach 8 Adding Liquid Fabric Softener 8 Rinse Drain and Spin 8 MAGIC CLEAN Lint Filter 9 Understanding Normal Washer Sounds 9 Understanding What Happens in Each Cycle 10 Caring for Your Washer 11 Troubleshooting 12 Requesting Assistance or Service 16 ...

Page 2: ...you call to request service for your appli ance you need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number label see the diagram on the Parts and Features page for the location of the label Also record the other information shown in the next column Keepthisbookandthesalessliptogetherinasafeplaceforfuturereference Model Number ________...

Page 3: ...or in the washer Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children Before the washer is removed from service or discarded remove the lid Do not reach into the washer if the tub or agitator is moving Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather Do not tamper with controls Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any serv...

Page 4: ...TS AND FEATURES Cycle control knob includes temperature selector pp 6 7 Model and serial number label under lid Basket Tub Load size selector p 5 Agitator MAGIC CLEAN lint filter bottom of washer basket p 9 ...

Page 5: ...leaning To reduce wrinkling of permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits use a large load size to provide more space see step 4 continued on next page 3 Close the washer lid 4 Turn the Load Size selector to the correct setting for your wash load and the type of fabric being washed Choose a load size that allows the load to move freely for best fabric care See the Loading section Change the ...

Page 6: ...ad Size selector to the highest load size setting SUPER Capacity Washers Heavy Work Clothes 3 pair pants 3 shirts 4 pair jeans 1 coverall 1 overall Towels 10 bath towels 10 hand towels 14 wash cloths 1 bath mat Mixed Load 3 double sheets 4 pillowcases 8 T shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 8 handkerchiefs Delicates 3 camisoles 1 quilted robe 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties 1 baby s dress ...

Page 7: ...h time Knits Gentlecycle The Knits Gentle cycle features a short wash a cool down rinse and shorter spins to reduce wrinkling Use this cycle for cleaning delicate items and washable knits that are lightly moderately or heavily soiled A cold wash will provide 6 minutes of agitation Cycleoptions You may select different wash time and water tem perature combinations by first selecting the water tempe...

Page 8: ... the selected load size agitates drains and spins DrainandSpinfeature A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing excess water For a drain and spin push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it to any of the Spin settings Then pull out the Cycle Control knob The washer drains then spins ADDING LIQUID CHLORINE BLEACH Always measure liquid chl...

Page 9: ...m are normal The following describes some of the sounds you may hear and what causes them Duringwashing When you select a small load size setting your washer has a lower water level This may cause a clicking sound from the upper part of the agitator USING YOUR WASHER MAGICCLEAN LINT FILTER Your washer has a MAGIC CLEAN lint filter at the bottom of the basket Wash and rinse water flow over the filt...

Page 10: ...es a continuous rollover action that pro vides a thorough clean ing of the wash load After agitation starts the Cycle Control knob turns clockwise until it points to an Off area and the cycle ends NOTE The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation Sequenceofcycles Fill Rinse Drain No agitation Spin Spray rinse Spin Off Fill Wash selected time Drain No...

Page 11: ...ion or not using your washer for an extended period of time you should Unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power to the washer Turn off the water supply to the washer This helps avoid accidental flooding due to a water pressure surge while you are away Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure Inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges kinks cuts we...

Page 12: ... t drain spin Wet loads Washer continues to fill drain or cycle stuck NOTE Washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle This is normal Washer makes noise Solution Tighten hoses See Installation Instructions Reseat reposition washers See Installation Instructions Clamp drain hose Unclog drain Sink and standpipe must be able to handle 64 L 17 gallons of water per minute Ensure tub is centred before s...

Page 13: ...Upper part of agitator clicks during wash Power cord not plugged in Cycle Control knob is not lined up Water inlet valve screens are plugged Water is turned off Hot and cold hoses are reversed Inlet hose is kinked Power cord not plugged in No power at plug Fuse blown or circuit breaker open Using an extension cord Cycle Control knob is not lined up Cycle Control knob not pulled out Washer at pause...

Page 14: ...whites and lights Unload the washer as soon as it stops Unload the washer as soon as it stops Use the Permanent Press cycle or another cycle with low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling Loads should move freely during wash Wash smaller loads If safe for fabric use warm or hot wash water Use cold rinse water Reverse hoses Cause Improper sorting Overloading Paper or tissue in pockets Not enough detergen...

Page 15: ...dark clothes from whites and lights Use hot or warm washes if safe for fabric Hot water should be at least 49 C 120 F to clean heavy or greasy soils Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or hard water Use more detergent when washing in hard water Cause Overloading Clothes wrapped around agitator Dye transfer Wash temperature too low Not enough detergent Hard water TROUBLESHOOTING ...

Page 16: ...pond to your request IF YOU NEED REPLACEMENT PARTS FSP is a protected trademark of Whirlpool South Africa Pty Ltd 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 locate replac...

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