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Summary of Contents for 6LBR6233BQ0

Page 1: ...a cycle and time 7 Using Rinse and Spin 8 Using Drain and Spin 8 What happens in each cycle 9 MAGIC CLEAN lint filter 9 Adding liquid chlorine bleach 10 Adding liquid fabric softener 11 Caring for Your Washer 12 Laundry Tips 13 Removing Stains 17 Troubleshooting 20 Requesting Assistance or Service 22 Warranty 24 TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER PART NO 3363836 ...

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 Dealer Address your a...

Page 3: ...rogen gases may build up in your water heater and your hot water pipes HYDROGEN 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 minutes 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 wa...

Page 4: ...gned 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 information about the features Load Temperature selector Extra Rinse option size Cycle control knob P 7 Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser P 10 under lid P 2 Basket MAGIC CLEAN lint filter bottom of washer ba...

Page 5: ...penser See page 11 l If your model does NOT have a liquid fabric softener dispenser see Step 10 and page 11 4 Close the washer lid 5 Select a load size setting that corre sponds with the size of your wash load and the type of fabric being washed See pages 13 and 14 for loading tips Your washer has either a slide or rotary knob Load Size Selector l For a slide Load Size Selector choose a setting an...

Page 6: ...lector to On to add an additional rinse and spin to the end of the wash cycle l Use the Extra Rinse Option when adding extra detergent for the Super Wash cycle or any other cycle depending on your model 8 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want 9 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to start the washer 10 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured liquid fabric soften...

Page 7: ...s to shorten drying time l Use the 1B minute NORMAL cycle to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled l Use the 12 minute LIGHT cycle to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are moderately soiled l Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are lightly soiled Permanent Press Cycle The Permanent Press...

Page 8: ...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 Using Rinse and Spin NOTE An Extra Rinse option is available on some models See page 6 When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes or washing special care items you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed 1 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and tu...

Page 9: ... cycles l The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation WASH RINSE w4 Fill Wash selected time Drain No agitation The Permanent Press cycle partially drams fills agitates briefly and drains Soin w4 Fill 1 w II Rinse L4 e Drain No agitation IT J 5T i z Spin Spray rinse LJ Spin In Off MAGIC CLEAN lint filter The lint filter at the bottom of the washer ba...

Page 10: ... for safe use Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling Load the washer 1 2 3 Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into the dispenser Do not let bleach splash drip or run down into washer basket Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches Start the washer Bleach will be diluted automatically during wash part of cycle NOTE Do not use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or colou...

Page 11: ...enser using the amount recommended on the package Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load 3 Dilute fabric softener with warm water Fill dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the cross bar in the opening 4 Start the washer Diluted fabric softener will be added to the load during the final rinse NOTE Do not stop the washer before the rinse part of the cycle begins Stainin...

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 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 fauc...

Page 13: ...licate items chenille from lint takers corduroy synthetics perma nent press When possible turn lint givers inside out Loading l Drop items into washer loosely Fill to the La 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 washer properly and se...

Page 14: ... 1 overall Knits 3 slacks 3 blouses 6 shirts 4 tops 4 dresses Permanent Press 2 double or 1 king size sheet s 1 tablecloth 1 dress 1 blouse 2 slacks 3 shirts 2 pillowcases 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: ... also provides a more comfortable temperature for handling the wash load Checking hot water Water hardness temperature Many poor washing results can be traced to Your hot water should be 54 C 130 F or the hardness of the wash water To check above If you do not know your hot water your water hardness temperature you can check it easily You l City water ask the city water company may need to raise t...

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

Page 17: ...ing gum Chocolate or coffee Crayon and candle wax Cream milk or ice cream 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 Ri...

Page 18: ...m or cold water with an enzyme presoak for at least green 30 minutes or sponge with denatured alcohol Wash in water temperature vegetables and bleach safe for the fabric For coloured fabrics check colourfastness 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: ...g 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: ...ucets 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 I th s 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 ...

Page 22: ...ght because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new WHIRLPOOL appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area contact the dealer from whom you purchased the washer or an authorized Whirlpool service company Gearcase assembly covered by your NOTE If the power supply cord of this washer is damaged it must be replaced by a special cord Part Number 3353308 avai...

Page 23: ...our washer 2 Instruct you how to use your washer 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing B Repairs when your washer is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery Your washer is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to your washer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Any labour costs...

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