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7.

 (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, on

models with the Extra Rinse option,
set the CLEAN TOUCH Extra Rinse
Selector to On to add a rinse and spin
to the end of the wash cycle.

Use the Extra Rinse option when adding
extra detergent for the Super Wash
cycle, or any other cycle, depending on
your model.

8.

 (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, on

models with the end-of-cycle signal
option, set the CLEAN TOUCH™
Cycle Signal to On if you want the
washer to alert you when the wash
cycle is complete.

The signal is helpful when you are
washing items that should be removed
from the washer as soon as the
cycle ends.

9.

 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and

turn it clockwise to the wash cycle
you want.
 See pages 8 and 9.

10.

 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to

start the washer.

Stopping/restarting your washer

To stop the washer at any time, push in
the Cycle Control Knob.

To restart the washer, close the lid
(if necessary) and pull out the Cycle
Control Knob.

Extra Rinse

On

Off

Options

CLEAN TOUCH

Selector

CLEAN TOUCH

Selector

Cycle Signal

On

Off

Options

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Summary of Contents for LSC8244EQ0

Page 1: ...sher sounds 10 Understanding what happens in each cycle 11 MAGIC CLEAN lint filter 11 Adding liquid chlorine bleach 12 Adding liquid fabric softener 12 Caring for Your Washer 13 Laundry Tips 14 Removing Stains 19 Troubleshooting 22 Requesting Assistance or Service 24 Warranty 28 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments Home Appliances PART NO 3363572 TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS WITH HAND ...

Page 2: ...our appliance Please record your model s information Whenever you call to request service on 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 your appliance and your dealer s name address and telephone number Keep this bo...

Page 3: ...dren to play on or in the washer Close supervi sion of children is necessary when the washer is used near children Before the washer is removed from service or discarded re move the door 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 ...

Page 4: ...mall Parts and Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated on this page Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer NOTES The drawings in this book may vary from 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 Page references are included next to some features R...

Page 5: ... Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser 3 OPTIONAL STEP If desired pour measured liquid fabric softener into the fabric softener dispenser See page 12 4 Close the washer lid wWARNING Explosion Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids Do not wash or dry items soiled with vegetable or cooking oils because they may contain some ...

Page 6: ...emperature with the Water Temperature Selector Match the water temperatures with the type of fabric and soils being washed See page 16 for water temperature guidelines Depending on your model your washer has one of the Water Temperature Selectors shown Rotary knob with 3 temperature selections CLEAN TOUCH Selector with 4 temperature selections For both Selectors the top temperature is the wash wat...

Page 7: ... washer to alert you when the wash cycle is complete The signal is helpful when you are washing items that should be removed from the washer as soon as the cycle ends 9 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want See pages 8 and 9 10 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to start the washer Stopping restarting your washer To stop the washer at any time push in the Cyc...

Page 8: ...Wash system and high agitation and spin speeds to shorten drying time Use this cycle for cleaning cotton and linen fabrics Select 9 REGULAR or 12 HEAVY minutes of wash time depending on whether your load is moderately or heavily soiled For lightly soiled cotton and linen fabrics use 6 minutes of wash time On 8 cycle models this is labeled SOFTWASH Some washer models have an Extra Rinse option in m...

Page 9: ... 2 seconds and short soaks 28 seconds to gently clean special care items Low spin speeds reduce wrin kling Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean lightly soiled hand washables Wash small loads If items appear to be floating due to trapped air stop the washer by pushing in the Cycle Control Knob Push items down into the washer Restart the washer Refer to Hand washables on page 17 for more information ...

Page 10: ...he sounds you may hear and what causes them During washing When you select a small load size setting for a small wash load the water level in your washer is lower With this lower water level you may hear a clicking sound from the upper portion of the agitator 6 18 Spin Spin Spin Spin Extra Regular Regular Light Heavy Softwash Spin Spin Spin X Rinse Extra Rinse Rinse Rinse Extra 6 6 9 9 12 6 Cool D...

Page 11: ...l for washer operation A Gentle Wash system helps protect your fabrics by reducing wash agitation speed during the last few minutes of wash agitation in the Normal and Permanent Press cycles OPERATING YOUR WASHER Fill Rinse Drain No agitation Spin Spray rinse Spin Off Fill Wash selected time Drain No agitation Spin The Permanent Press cycle partially drains fills agitates briefly and drains WASH R...

Page 12: ... 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 Staining can occur 5 F...

Page 13: ...s 3 Put 1 quart 1L of R V type antifreeze in the basket 4 Run washer on a drain and spin setting see page 10 for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water 5 Unplug the power supply cord Non use or vacation care Operate your washer only when you are at home If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time you should Unplug the power supply cord or turn off e...

Page 14: ...ink and reappear later Load washer properly and select correct load size setting Overloading or packing the machine and selecting a setting too small for the wash load can cause poor cleaning increase wrinkling create excessive lint wear out items faster because of pilling Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle Mend tears loose hems and seams Treat spots and stains See Removing Stains on p...

Page 15: ...nits 3 slacks 3 blouses 6 shirts 4 tops 4 dresses Loading suggestions For these suggested full sized loads set the Load Size Selector to the highest load size setting SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS Saving energy Use warm or cold wash water for most loads Use hot water only when washing heavy greasy soils or whites Use cold rinses Wash full loads Use lower water levels when washing small loads Avoid r...

Page 16: ...se water also provides a more comfortable temperature for handling the wash load Checking hot water temperature Your hot water should be 130 F 54 C or above If you do not know your hot water temperature you can check it easily You may need to raise the temperature of your water heater To check your hot water 1 Fill a pan with the hottest water available from the faucet that fills your washer NOTE ...

Page 17: ...ems will be clearly labeled as flame retardant Follow manufacturer s instructions to retain flame retardant qualities Garments are labeled Hand Wash because The fiber or construction may be sensitive to agitation The fabric contains sensitive dyes that may bleed Properly sort and then use your Hand Washables cycle for gentle washing Follow care label directions for drying Items that may shrink sho...

Page 18: ...n or ramie Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they will be dried in a dryer Treat as delicate items Wash in warm water Wash small items in a mesh bag Do not wash cotton filled comforters unless they are quilted or stitched Tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy An extra rinse may be necessary Shake or vacuum rugs to remove loose dirt Wash more than one rug at a time If...

Page 19: ...e presoak Rewash Scrape off excess with a dull knife Place fabric between two blotters or facial tissue Press with warm iron Remove color stain with nonflammable fabric cleaner Hand wash until stain is gone If full load is crayon stained take to cleaners or coin operated dry cleaning machine Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Wash Repeat if necessar...

Page 20: ...ater Wash If stain remains cover area with a paste made of color safe bleach a few drops of hot water and a few drops of ammonia Wait 15 to 30 minutes Wash 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 Fo...

Page 21: ... and stain remover Rinse Work liquid detergent and a few drops of vinegar into stain Rinse If stain remains apply 3 hydrogen peroxide Rinse and wash 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 Spon...

Page 22: ...our directly on clothes dispenser not used Sharp items not removed from pockets fasteners not fastened Using soap in very hard water use detergent in hard water Not enough detergent Line drying Overloading Clothes wrapped around agitator Overloading leave more room for permanent press and knits Load not immediately removed from washer after cycle Warm rinse water Cycle selection incorrect Water te...

Page 23: ... the hot and cold water faucets turned on Are the water hoses kinked or clogged Is the drain hose higher than the water level in the washer It must be higher for proper operation Is the washer making noises see page 10 or vibrating Is the 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 24: ...AJOR SERVICE REPAIR DRYERS SERVICE REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co Example XYZ Service Co 3 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your WHIRLPOOL a...

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Page 28: ... FIVE YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship The gearcase assembly is shown in the Requesting Assistance or Service section of this book FSP replacement...

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