Page 1: ...time 7 Using rinse and spin 9 Using drain and spin 9 Understanding normal washer sounds 9 Understanding what happens in each cycle 10 MAGIC CLEAN lint filter i0 Adding liquid chlorine bleach 11 Adding liquid fabric softener 12 Caring for Your Washer 13 Laundry Tips 14 Removing Stains 19 Troubleshooting 22 Requesting Assistance or Service 24 Warranty 38 1 800 253 I 301 Call uo with questiona or com...
Page 2: ...liance The card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance 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 Serial Number You can find this information on the model Purchase Date and serial number plate see diagram on page 4 for location of plate Please also ...
Page 3: ...o not allow children to operate play with or crawl on or inside your washer Supervise children closely when your washer is used near them l Before your washer is removed from service or discarded remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment After starting a cycle do not reach into the basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is pushed in and all motion stops Do not tamper with the controls l If you...
Page 4: ... 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 size Water temperature Extra rinse Liquid chlorine bleach dispy CLEAN TOUCW panel P 6 Location for liquid fabric softener dispenser P 12 l Liquid fabric softener dispenser available with mail in coupon l On some models Model and s...
Page 5: ... detergent for the Super Wash cycle 2 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser See page 11 l Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser 3 Close the washer lid 4 Turn the Load Size Selector to the setting that corresponds with the size of your wash load and the type of fabric being washed l See pages 14 and 15 for loading suggestions l...
Page 6: ... cold warm warm warm warm cold warm NOTE On CLEAN TOUCH models a colored indicator shows the setting you select 6 If desired set the Extra Rinse Selector to On to automatically add a rinse and spin to the end of the wash cycle l Depending on your model you have either a rotary On Off knob or a CLEAN TOUCH On Off Ex lra Rinse Selector l Use ktra Rinse On when adding extra detergent for the Super Wa...
Page 7: ...estart the washer close the lid if necessary and pull out the Cycle Control Knob Selecting a cycle and time This section illustrates and describes the wash cycles you can select with the Cycle Control Knob Use this information to help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads Each cycle is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels l The washer pauses briefly throughout e...
Page 8: ...ed for gentle soil removal Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling iaad Use this cycle for tI cleaning delicate items and washable I knits Select 3 LIGHT or 6 REGULAR minutes of wash time depending on whether your wash load is lightly or moderately soiled Ultimate Care Cycle Hand Washable4 The Ultimate Care Hand Washables cycle features brief low speed agitation and short soaks to gently clean special ca...
Page 9: ...le Control Knob The washer drains then spins Understanding normal washer sounds Your new washer may make sounds that your old one didn t Because the sounds are unfamiliar you may be concerned about them Don t be most of them are normal The following describes some of the sounds you may hear and what causes them During washing When you select a small load size setting for a small wash load your was...
Page 10: ... normal for washer operation l 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 WASH RINSE Fill Fill Wash selected time Rinse Drain No agitation The Permanent Press cycle parhliy drains fills agitates briefly and drains w Spin u Drain No agitation dl l3tJ Spin Spray rinse a_ Spin ...
Page 11: ... for safe use Use a cup with a pouting spout to avoid spilling 1 Load the washer 2 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 fabrii it touches 3 Start the washer Bleach will be diluted automatically during wash part of cycle NOTE Do not use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or color...
Page 12: ...with a mail in coupon packed with your washer 1 Add detergent and load clothes into the basket 2 Pour liquid fabric softener into the dis penser 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 fab...
Page 13: ...tore your washer where it 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 1 quart 1L of R V type antifreeze in 3...
Page 14: ...tion sturdy cottons knits delicate items corduroy synthetics perma nent press When possible turn lint givers inside out Loading l Drop items into washer loosely Fill to the IEl 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...
Page 15: ... 2 blouses Delicates Knits 3 shirts 8 handkerchiefs 3 camisoles 3 slacks 2 pillowcases 1 quilted robe 3 blouses 4 slips 6 shirts 4 panties 2 bras 4 tops 2 4 dresses nighties 1 baby s dress Saving energy l Use warm or cold wash water for most loads Use hot water only when washing heavy greasy soils or whites l Use cokl rinses l Wash full loads l Use lower water levels when washing small loads l Avo...
Page 16: ...g In cold climates warm rinse water or warm sprays also provides a more comfortable tempera ture 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 f...
Page 17: ... When using chlorine bleach for soaking add extra detergent to the load Avoid overuse of fabrii softeners absorbency will be reduced Elastic spandex Flame retardant clothing Hand Washables Elastic picks up oil from the body Oil can damage elastic Wash often to reduce the damage Use warm water and sufficient detergent to remove oils Do not use chlorine bleach Items will be clearly labeled as flame ...
Page 18: ...ys dried in a dryer Plastic rubber Treat as delicate items Wash in warm water Wash small items in items a mesh bag Quilts bedspreads 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 Scatter rugs Shake or vacuum rugs to remove loose dirt Wash more than one rug at a time If washing only one r...
Page 19: ...e 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 Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer Rinse Rub detergent into any remaining stains Rinse If stain remains put a few...
Page 20: ...ash 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 minutes or sponge with denatured alcohol Wash in water temperature and bleach safe for the fabric For colored fabrics check colorfastness before applying alcohol For acetate sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner If stain remains bleach with 3 hydrog...
Page 21: ... 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 ft Was...
Page 22: ...ting 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 ...
Page 23: ...reaker Are both the hot and cold water faucets 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 I th s e washer making noises see page 9 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 your prob...
Page 24: ...SERVICE A REPAM See Whirlpool Appllerms or Authorhd whltipool Servk Exampb XYZ Selvka Co l WASHINO MACHINES A DRYER SERVICE 6 REPAIR Ses Whldpool Appliances or AuIhorhd WhIrlpool Servlca Exampb X Y7 Setvke 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 Whir...
Page 25: ...vided by an From Date of Purchase authorized Whirlpool service company LIMITED FIVE YEAR FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if WARRANTY defective in materials or workmanship The gearcase assembly From Date of Purchase is shown in the Requesting Assistance or Service section of this book LIMITED TEN YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any top and lid r...
