Page 1: ...sher Safety 3 Knowing Your Washefs Features 4 Washer Connections 5 np O aEg Our 7 Other Features 10 Laundry Tips 12 If Y u Need EZZif 22 Warranty 24 1 800 44ROPER Call us with cpestions or comments PORTABLE TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER MODEL RAP5244A 3 43 ...
Page 2: ...to such dangers as personal injury burns fire and electrical shock This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage scratches dents etc and damage to your personal Property Our toll free number l 80044ROPER l 800447 67371 is available 24 hours a day If you have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Servic...
Page 3: ...nside your washer Super vise children closely when your washer is used near them l Maintain washer properly Protect washer from the weather and keep it where the temperature will not fall below freezing l Before your washer is removed from service or discarded remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment l After starting a cycle do not reach into the basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is push...
Page 4: ... with all parts and features before using your washer Load size Temperature seiector seiector Toil free number 1 800 447 6737 Fabric softener dispwlsef Bleech dispenmf I I I Cycle control knob 46 J Model and swiai numbw pi e I under lid Agitator Tub Basket Manual clean lint filter not shown indde agitator 4 ...
Page 5: ...e Temperature Selector to COLD COLD See page 6 for portable two faucet connections To connect washer 1 2 3 4 Lift the hoses off the storage rack on the back of the washer Attach the hose connector to the faucet adapter by pulling down on the locking collar while lifting up on the connector until it snaps into place Slowly turn the water faucet on all the way Pull the electrical power cord from the...
Page 6: ...et connections If you have two separate water connections your washer can be connected to both the hot and cold water faucets using Kit 3430190 This kit can be purchased from your Whirlpool Dealer Connecting the washer 1 Connect the hot and cold water inlet hoses to the hot and cold faucets 2 Secure the drain hose to the sink or standpipe 3 Slowly turn the water faucets on all the way 4 Plug the p...
Page 7: ...s to the number in the wash cycle you want The numbers are minui of wash time 3 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob Refer to pages 8 l 0 for additional information to help you make selections Stopping and restarting your washer l To stop the washer at any time push in the Cycle Control Knob es l To restart the washer close the lid if necessary and pull out the Cycle Control Knob Selecting a load size ...
Page 8: ... the Water usage guide on page 16 for more information Selecting a cycle and time You will find information you need to help you make correct cycle selections in this section l Pages 8 9 Use the information on these pages to guide you when selecting a wash cycle and time l Pages 9 10 Use these pages to help you understand what happens during a wash cycle Regular cycle The Regular cycle features hi...
Page 9: ...nits Pmnanent press cycle Delicabs cycle Using rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes or washing special care items you may want an extra rinse and spin 1 Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to one of the dots as illustrated 2 Pull Cycle Control Knob out The washer will fill to selected load size agitate drain and spin What happens in each cycle When the Cyc...
Page 10: ...g features Understanding the use of the features on your machine will help you efficiently use your washer Manual clean lint filter Clean lint filter after every load 1 To remove grasp the top of the agitator with both hands Pull upward to remove agitator cap Lint filter is attached to the end of the shaft 2 Detach lint filter by pinching forked ends of shaft together Slide lint filter off shaft 3...
Page 11: ...r page 10 NOTE Do not wash clothes with dispenser removed Do not add detergent or all fabric bleach to dispenser The dispenser can clog Using the chlorine bleach Always measure liquid chlorine bleach Do not guess For this washer never use more than l z cup 125 mL for a full load Use less with lower water level settings Follow manu facturer s directions for safe use Use a cup with a pouring spout t...
Page 12: ...be washed promptly for best results Sorting l Separate dark from light colors colorfast from noncolorfast l Sort by fabric and construction sturdy cottons knits delicate items l Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones even if they would normally be washed together l Separate lint givers towels chenille from lint takers corduroy synthetics permanent press When possible turn lint give...
Page 13: ... stained laundry Hot water can set stains Stain removal rules l Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh Old or set stains may not come out Follow package directions for pretreat ment products l Before treating any stain find out 1 What kind of stain it is 2 What kind of fabric it is and if it is colorfast Check label 3 How old the stain is Washing and drying can set some stains l Star...
Page 14: ... enzyme presoak Wash Deodorants Llght staln Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent and anti Wash in hottest water safe for fabric perspirantr Heavy staln Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammonia and all fabric bleach Let stand for 30 minutes Wash in hottest water safe for fabric Fat grease See Warning on page 3 then remove stains using one of the methods be...
Page 15: ...extended periods of time To prevent mildew promptly dry laundry after washing Mustard Treat immediately Scrape off excess mustard Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or a prewash soil 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 Paint Always hand wash before machine laundering Water b...
Page 16: ...red detergent in warm water before adding to cold wash water l Pretreat spots stains and heavy or greasy soils To check your hot water temperature with a Water hardness candy or cooklng thermometer 1 Fill a pan with the hottest water available from the faucet that will fill your washer Many poor washing results can be traced to wash water hardness To check your water hardness 2 Place a candy or co...
Page 17: ...ull loads heavily soiled items l Do not judge the amount of detergent to use by the amount of suds in the machine Low sudsing detergents do not create as many suds as normal sudsing detergents l If the recommended amount of normal sudsing detergent creates too many suds or suds are present in the rinse water try a low sudsing detergent Fabric softeners l Use fabric softener dispenser l Always dilu...
Page 18: ...y stretching to original measurement Woolens tend to shrink more the first time they are washed This is normal Curtains drapes slipcovers Wash small loads Crowding will cause wrinkling 1 Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt 2 Wash following manufacturers instructions NOTE l Sun damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether hand or machine washed l Replace slipcovers while still slightly damp Th...
Page 19: ...tate until detergent is dissolved 2 Place two pillows on opposite sides of the agitator to balance the load 3 Allow washer to fill completely and continue through the cycle 4 Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item s being washed Pkstic rubber items Quilts bedspreads Treat as delicate items Wash in warm water Wash small items in a mesh bag Do not wash cotton filled comforters unless th...
Page 20: ...ing l Paper or tissue in pockets l Pilling being mistaken for lint l Overloading l Not enough detergent l Clogged lint filter Load too wet after spin Shrinking l Cold rinses l Lid is opened before spinning is completed l Fabric type some knits stretch during manufacturing laundering returns fabric to original size l Care label directions not followed Snags rips holes l Items damaged before washing...
Page 21: ... Install and store your washer where it will not freeze Because some water stays in the washer freezing can damage it If your washer is stored or moved during freezing weather winterize it 1 Shut off both water faucets Disconnect the drain water inlet hoses 2 Put 1 quart 1 L of R V type antifreeze in the basket 3 Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to just beyond any dot on the dial ...
Page 22: ...ker has tripped A time delay fuse has not been used Replace fuse with a time delay fuse of the correct capacity Reset circuit breaker Both hot and cold water faucets Open both faucets are not open Washer does not spin Water supply hoses are kinked Straighten hoses Cycle control knob is not set or Set cycle control knob and pull out pulled out firmly Lid is open Close lid firmly Power cord is not p...
Page 23: ... For further information write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Roper Brand Appliances 2000 M 83 Benton Harbor Ml 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or the authorized servicer in your area For help finding an authorized servicer in your area call our toll free teleph...
Page 24: ...uring the limited warranty F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 3 93 This Roper appliance is warranted by Whirlpool Corporation Under no circumstances shall it be liable under this warranty for incidental or consequential damages and all implied warranties are limited to the same time period stated in the express warranties for Roper Brand Applia...
