Whirlpool Gold GSW9550KQ0 Use And Care Manual Download Page 6

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Starting Your Washer

1.

Measure detergent and pour it into the washer. If desired, add 
powdered or liquid color safe bleach. Add extra detergent for 
the Super Wash cycle.

Drop a sorted load of clothes loosely into your washer.

Load evenly to maintain washer balance. Mix large and 
small items.

Items should move easily through the wash water. 
Overloading can cause poor cleaning.

To reduce wrinkling of permanent press clothes and some 
synthetic knits, use a large load size to provide more 
space (see step 5).

2.

(OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach 
into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Bleach will be 
dispensed automatically during the wash part of the cycle. 
See “SMART BLEACH™ Timed Bleach Dispenser.”

Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use 
less for a smaller load size.

Follow the manufacturer’s directions for safe use.

To avoid spilling, use a cup with a pouring spout. Do not 
let bleach splash, drip, or run down into the washer 
basket.

Use only liquid chlorine bleach in this dispenser. 

3.

(OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid fabric softener into 
the liquid fabric softener dispenser. 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.

4.

Close the washer lid.

5.

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 "Loading."

You may change the load size selection after the washer 
has started filling by turning the selector to a different 
setting.

Some models have a variable water level control that lets 
you select a water level anywhere from EXTRA SMALL to 
SUPER PLUS. To change to a higher water level setting 
after the washer has started to agitate, turn the knob to 
RESET, then to the desired new setting.  

Fire Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are 
dampened with gasoline or other flammable 
fluids.

No washer can completely remove oil.

Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of 
oil on it (including cooking oils).

Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.

Do not use an extension cord.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not remove ground prong.

Summary of Contents for Gold GSW9550KQ0

Page 1: ...tures operation performance parts accessories or service call 1 800 253 1301 In Canada for assistance call 1 800 461 5681 for installation and service call 1 800 807 6777 or visit our website at www whirlpool com or www whirlpool com canada Table of Contents 2 3955177 ...

Page 2: ...l Washer Sounds 5 Starting Your Washer 6 Selecting a Cycle and Time 7 Rinse and Spin 8 Drain and Spin 8 SMART BLEACH Timed Bleach Dispenser 8 WASHER CARE 8 Cleaning Your Washer 8 Water Inlet Hoses 8 Vacation Storage and Moving Care 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 9 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 11 In the U S A 11 In Canada 11 WARRANTY 12 ...

Page 3: ... explosive substances to the wash water These substances give off vapors that could 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 faucets and let the water flow from ea...

Page 4: ...el and serial number label 3 Liquid fabric softener dispenser 4 CLOTHES SCRUBBER agitator 5 Lid 6 SMART BLEACH timed bleach dispenser 7 DURASMOOTH white porcelain basket 8 Tub Additional feature ACCUWASH temperature control system Control panel ...

Page 5: ...s might be unfamiliar you 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 drainin...

Page 6: ... 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 4 Close the washer lid 5 Turn the LOAD SIZE selector to the correct setting for your wash load and the type of fabric being washed Choose a load size th...

Page 7: ... push in the Cycle Control knob To restart the washer close the lid if open and pull out the Cycle Control knob SelectingaCycleandTime This section describes the available wash cycles and will help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal Refer ...

Page 8: ...y NOTE Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser Flush dispenser periodically with warm water as shown Remove the dispenser by grasping the top of the dispenser with both hands and squeezing and pushing upwards with thumbs Clean the dispenser by rinsing it under a water faucet Replace it after cleaning NOTE Do not wash c...

Page 9: ...t Is your voltage low Check your electrical source or call an electrician Do not use an extension cord Washer continues to fill or drain or the cycle seems stuck Is the top of drain hose lower than the water level in washer The top of the hose must be higher than the water level in the washer for proper operation See the Installation Instructions Does the drain hose fit too tightly in the standpip...

Page 10: ...it stops Load is wrinkled Did you unload the washer promptly Unload the washer as soon as it stops Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed Use the Casual Permanent Press cycle or another cycle with low spin speeds if available to reduce wrinkling Did you overload the washer The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded Loads should move freely during washing Was the wash water wa...

Page 11: ...ing hearing impaired limited vision etc Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages For further ...

Page 12: ...s or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States and Canada 6 Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home 7 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 8 In Canada travel or transportation expenses for customers who reside in remote areas WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION AND WHIRLPOOL CANADA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FO...

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