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TWO SPEED 

AUTOMATIC WASHER

Use & Care Guide

For questions about features, operation/performance,

parts, accessories or service, call: 

1-300-363-344 (Australia)

 

0-800-442-584 (New Zealand)

Table of Contents

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3951076A

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Summary of Contents for 6ALSQ8000JQ1

Page 1: ...WO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER Use CareGuide For questions about features operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 300 363 344 Australia 0 800 442 584 New Zealand Table of Contents 2 3951076A ...

Page 2: ...unds 5 Starting Your Washer 6 Selecting a Cycle and Time 7 Stain Removal Tips 8 Extra Rinse and Spin 8 Drain and Spin 8 Adding Liquid Bleach 8 Adding Liquid Fabric Softener 8 WASHER CARE 9 Cleaning Your Washer 9 Water Inlet Hoses 9 Vacation Storage and Moving Care 9 TROUBLESHOOTING 9 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 11 WARRANTY 12 ...

Page 3: ... ignite or explode Under certain conditions hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE If the hot water system has not been used for such a period before using the washing machine turn on all hot water taps and let the water flow from each for several minutes This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas As the gas is fl...

Page 4: ...d features listed below 1 Control panel 2 Model and serial number label 3 Liquid fabric softener dispenser 4 Agitator 5 Lid 6 Liquid bleach dispenser 7 Basket 8 Tub Other features your washer may have CLEAN TOUCH control panel DURASMOOTH white porcelain basket Extra rinse selector Cycle signal selector On some models Control panel ...

Page 5: ...may be concerned about them These sounds are normal During washing When you select a small load size setting your washer has a lower water level This can cause a clicking sound from the upper part of the agitator During drain If water is drained quickly from your washer depending on your installation you may hear air being pulled through the pump during the end of draining After drain and before s...

Page 6: ...Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the liquid fabric softener dispenser on some models Softener is added automatically during the rinse portion of the cycle Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the crossbar in the opening Do not spill or drip any fabric softener on the clothes Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser NOTE On mo...

Page 7: ...formance the Regular Normal cycle was selected with extra large load size warm wash and cold rinse The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal Refer to Normal Sounds to learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash cycle Refer to Understanding Washer Cycles to learn what happens during a wash cycle NOTE This manual covers several different models The washer you...

Page 8: ...t is safe for the fabric Test stain removers on an inside seam or hidden corner of the item to see if the colour is removed Put the stained area face down on a paper towel or white cloth Apply the stain remover to the back of the stain This forces the stain off the fabric instead of through it Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help break down some protein stains so they are easier to remove Washi...

Page 9: ...ou should Unplug washer or disconnect power Turn off the water supply to the washer This helps avoid accidental flooding due to a water pressure surge while you are away To winterize washer 1 Shut off both water taps 2 Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses 3 Put 1 L quart of R V type antifreeze in the basket 4 Run washer on a drain and spin setting see Drain and Spin for about 30 seconds to mix t...

Page 10: ...pe must be able to handle 64 L 17 gal of water per minute Is water deflecting off the tub ring or the load Center the tub before starting the washer The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded The fill or spray rinses can deflect off the load The washer must be level The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened Reset the rear leveling legs if needed See the Installati...

Page 11: ...water hoses are connected to the right taps See the Installation Instructions Garment damage Check the following Were sharp items removed from pockets before washing Empty pockets zip zippers snap or hook fasteners before washing Were strings and sashes tied to prevent tangling Were items damaged before washing Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing Did you overload the washer The wa...

Page 12: ...d by Whirlpool Australia Pty Limited 3 Repairs which result from parts not having been fitted by an authorized Whirlpool person or entity or from the use of the appliance in a manner other than the use for which it was specifically designed 4 Replacement parts or repair labour costs for units operated outside Australia or New Zealand 5 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifi...

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