Page 1: ...nd spin 11 Understanding normal washer sounds 11 Understanding what happens in each cycle 12 MAGIC CLEAN lintfilter 12 Adding liquidchlorine bleach 13 Adding liquidfabric softener 14 Caring for Your Washer 15 Laundry Tips 16 Removing Stains 21 Troubleshooting 24 Requesting Assistance or Service 26 Warranty 28 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS WITH HAND W...
Page 2: ...ppliance 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 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 applia...
Page 3: ...eater 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 Have only a qualified person install repair or replace parts on washer Maintain washer properly Protect washe...
Page 4: ...ot include all features Page references are included next to some features Refer to those pages for more information about the features Load size Water temperature Cycle signal Extra rinse selector selector selector p 6 p 7 p 8 p 7 Cycle control knob pp 9 11 _ _ i i Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser p 13 CLEAN TOUCH e panel pp 7 8 Liquid fabric softener dispenser p 14 On some models Other models ha...
Page 5: ...u may also add color safe bleach or extra detergent for the Super Wash cycle 2 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser See page 13 Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser 3 OPTIONAL STEP If desired on models with a liquid fabric softener dispenser pour measured liquid fabric softener into the dispenser See page 14 If your model do...
Page 6: ...l your washer has three four or five load size settings Small OR Small OR Extra Medium Medium Small Large Large Small Extra Medium Large Large Extra Large To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill turn the Selector to the desired new setting M_llum Small _ Large 0 LoadSize OR Medium Laflle Small LoadSize OR Medium Large Ex_a Small Large Load Size 6 ...
Page 7: ... the top temperature is the wash water and the bottom temperature is the rinse water NOTE On CLEAN TOUCH models a colored indicator shows the setting you select 7 OPTIONAL STEP If desired on models with the Extra Rinse option set the CLEAN TOUCH Extra Rinse Selector to On to add an additional rinse and spin to the end of the wash cycle Use the Extra Rinse option when adding extra detergent for the...
Page 8: ...ycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want See pages 9 and 10 m Cycle _lVUl Options CLEAN TOUCH Selector 10 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to start the washer 11 OPTIONAL STEP If desired on models with no liquid fabric softener dispenser add measured liquid fabric softener to the rinse water See page 14 Stopping restarting your washer To stop the washer at any time push in...
Page 9: ... may hear during a wash cycle Refer to page 12 to help you understand what happens during a wash cycle Super Wash Cycle The Super Wash cycle 18 minutes features an extended wash time for washing heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal For improved cleaning use two times the amount of detergent recommended for a wash cycle Normal Cycle The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system an...
Page 10: ...e wrinkling Use 6 minutes of wash time for cleaning lightly to moder ately soiled delicate items and washable knits 6 and 7 Cycle Models 6 and 7 Cycle Models 8 Cycle Model 8 Cycle Model Hand Washables Cycle The Hand Washables cycle features brief low speed agitation 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 ...
Page 11: ...out the Cycle 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 lo...
Page 12: ...ses are normal 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 WASH Fill _ Wash selected time Drain No agitation The Permanent Press cycle parlially drains fills agitates briefly and drains Spin RINSE Fill Rinse _ rain No agitation Spin Spray rinse Spin MAGIC...
Page 13: ... for safe use Use a cup with a pouring 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 fabric 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 14: ...of the dispenser with both hands Squeeze and push upward with thumbs to remove Clean dispenser by holding under water faucet Replace after cleaning NOTE Do not wash clothes with this dispenser removed Do not add detergent or bleach to dispenser The dispenser is for liquid fabric softener use only Models with no fabric softener dispenser installed Always dilute fabric softeners with 1 2cup 125 mL t...
Page 15: ... 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 1 Shut off both water faucets 2 Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses To use washer again 1 Flush water pipes and hoses 2 Reconnect water inlet hoses 3 Put 1 quart 1L of R V type antifreeze in the basket 4 Run washer...
Page 16: ...m light colors colorfast items from noncolorfast items Sort by fabric and construction sturdy cottons knits delicate items Loading Drop items into washer loosely Fill to the Ii_ 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 Load washer properly and ...
Page 17: ...cloths 1 bath mat Delicates Knits 3 slacks 3 blouses 6 shirts 4 tops 4 dresses 3 shirts 2 pillowcases 8 handkerchiefs 3 camisoles 1 quilted robe 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties 1 baby s dress 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 ...
Page 18: ...r 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 If you ...
Page 19: ...s When using chlorine bleach for soaking add extra detergent to the load Avoid overuse of fabric softeners absorbency will be reduced Elastic spandex 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 Flame retardant Items will be clearly labeled as flame retardant Follow clothi...
Page 20: ...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 washing only one r...
Page 21: ...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 Rinse Rub ...
Page 22: ...h 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 hydrogen...
Page 23: ...oxide 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 Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or treat stain with recommended thinner While stain is still wet with solvent rub liquid d...
Page 24: ...proper sorting Paper or tissue in pockets Pilling being mistaken for lint Not enough detergent Load too wet after spin Shrinking Cold rinses Cycle stopped before spinning is complete Fabric type some knits stretch during manufacturing laundering returns fabric to original size Care label directions not followed Snags rips and holes Items damaged before washing Misuse of chlorine bleach do not pour...
Page 25: ...breaker 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 Is the washer making noises see page 11 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 proble...
Page 26: ...See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co WASHING MACHINES DRYERS SERVICE REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Se_ce 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 appl...
Page 27: ...up 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 laborcosts duringthe limitedwarranties F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 6 94 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL D...
