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Страница 1: ...To Know Your Washer Dryer Operating Your Washer 3 6 7 Operating Your Dryer Caring For Your Washer Dryer Laundry Tips If You Need Assistance Or Service 12 16 20 33 Warranty 36 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments THIN TWIN AUTOMATIC WASHER DRYER ...

Страница 2: ...s symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury burns fire and electricalshock This symbolwill help you avoid actions which could cause productdamage scratches dents etc and damage to your personal property Our Consumer Assistance Center number 1 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours a day if you have a question concerningyour appliance soperation or if you need service first see If Y...

Страница 3: ... this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Clear the room building or area of all occupants Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service m...

Страница 4: ...to your dryer if the drum is moving Do notdry rubber rubber like or heat sensitive materials withheat Do nottamper with the controls If your hotwater has not been used recently usually2 weeks or longer hydrogengases may build up inyour water heater and your hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your washer dryer turn on all hotwater faucets and allow wa...

Страница 5: ...gent and laundryaids especially warnings and precautions Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids suchas vinegar or rust remover in the same wash Hazardous fumes can form Unplug power supplycord before attempt ing to service your washer dryer Do not machine wash or dry fiberglass materials Small particles can stick to the fabrics in following loads and cause skin irritation Never operate yo...

Страница 6: ...and serial number label Dryer drum Lint screen Dryer controls Basket Tub Other features not shown Automatic dryness control End of cycle signal Manual clean lint filter inside agitator End of cycle signal Your dryer soundsa signal to let you know when the selected cycle is finished The signal cannot be adjusted or turned off The signal is helpful when drying perma nent press synthetics and other i...

Страница 7: ...r stopping your washer Starting your washer 1 Select load size and water temperatures 2 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise Stop when the indicatoron the knob s outer ring pointsto the number in the wash cycle you want The numbers are minutes of wash time 3 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob Refer to pages 8 10 for additionalinformation to help you make selections Stopping and restar...

Страница 8: ...the wash water and the bottom tempera ture is the rinse water Water temperature tips Use warm wash water withthe Permanent Press and Delicate cycles Always use cold rinse water for permanent pressfabrics For heavily soiled permanent pressor knit clothes prewash or presoak before washing in warm water See the Water usage guide on page 25 for more information Selecting a cycle and time You will find...

Страница 9: ...iled NOTE The washer pauses brieflyduringthe wash cycle This is normal for washer operation Delicate cycle The Delicate cycle features a reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling Use 8 minutes of wash time to clean delicate items and washable knitsthat are moderately soiled Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean delicate items and washable knits that are lightly...

Страница 10: ...r cleaning use doublethe amount of detergent recommended for a wash cycle NOTE The machine pauses duringSuper Wash This is normalfor washer operation 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 Knobin and turn clockwiseto RINSE as illustrated 2 Pull Cycle Control Knob out The wash...

Страница 11: ...ends The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation NOTE A Gentle Wash system helps protect your fabrics by reducingwash agitationspeed duringthe last few minutes of wash agitation in the Regular and Permanent Press cycles WASH Fill Wash Agital_on speedis reducedinthelast few minutesof mostcycles This provides betterfabric care _j Drain or partialdrain...

Страница 12: ...e dustfrom storingand remove it and place itwith your Use and Care shipping Guide Starting your dryer 1 Load clothes into the dryer and close the door 2 Turn the Cycle Control Knobeither way to the desired setting 3 Pushthe Start Button NOTE Your dryer stopsautomaticallywhen a cycle ends Stopping your dryer You can stop your dryer any time during a cycle Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Contr...

Страница 13: ...OB Timed cycle Use your Timed cycle to complete drying if some items are damp after automaticdrying This cycle is also usefulfor small loads or large bulky items For a damp dry turn the Cycle Control Knobto 30 minutesor less using the TUMBLE PRESS cycle The TUMBLE PRESS cycle removes wrinkles from clothes that have been packed in a suitcase or from items not removed from the dryer at the end of a ...

Страница 14: ...he load is drier than you like select a setting closer to LESS DRY the next time you dry a similarload If the load is not as dryas you like com plete drying usinga Timed cycle Select a setting closer to VERY DRY the next time you dry a similarload Automatic Regular The indicatesthe Energy Preferred Automatic Setting This cycle can be used for heavy and mediumweight cotton items such as towels blue...

Страница 15: ... Work clothes jackets raincoats Mediumweight Shirts play clothes sheets slacks Lightweight Lingerie blouses dresses KNITS Heavyweight Cottons rayons blends T shirts slacks shirts Mediumweight Synthetics polyester acrylic etc dress slacks skirts sweaters Lightweight Synthetics polyester acrylic etc and blends lingerie blouses dresses DELICATE FABRICS Sheer curtains 2 or 3 panels gauze lace etc RUBB...

Страница 16: ...he dryer lint screen The lintscreen is located insidethe dryer drum on the back wall Clean It before each load A screen blockedby lint can increase drying time 1 Open the door and pullthe lint screen straightout 2 Squeeze the body of the lintscreen lightly while pullingthe cover off See illustration 3 Roll lintoff the screen withyour fingers Do not rinse orwash the screen to remove lint Wet lint i...

Страница 17: ...from the dryer drum use powdered laundry detergent 1 Make a paste with detergent and very warm water 2 Apply paste to a soft cloth and scrub area until all excess dye is removed 3 Wipe thoroughlywith a damp cloth 4 Tumble a load of rags to dry Cleaning a clogged lint screen Laundry detergents and fabric softeners can cause a residue buildup on the lint screen A clogged lintscreen can extend drying...

Страница 18: ...the dryer is cool Dryer parts can have sharp edges Use care when handling More than one person is requiredto lift tilt or move machine because of its weight and size Truck only from rear Failure to follow the above instructions could result in electricalshock personal injury or productdamage 1 Unplug the power supply cord or turn off the electrical power 2 Remove back panel See Installation Instru...

Страница 19: ...will not freeze Because some water stays in the washer freezing can damage it If your washer dryer 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 washer basket 3 Run washer on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds see page 10 to mix antifreeze and water 4 Unplug pow...

Страница 20: ...Sharp or metal objectscan damage your washer Check pocketsfor pins clips money bolts nuts etc and turn pocketsinside out Do notlay these objects on your washer after emptying pockets Turn lint takers and dark items inside out to help prevent lint pickup Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle Place small items such as baby socks or hankies in a mesh bag for easier removal Articles to be iro...

Страница 21: ...ts small lightweight items from blockingairflow You may need to rearrange large items sheets blankets tablecloths duringa drying cycle to reduce bailingor rollingup Washer loading suggestions For these suggested full sized loads use the highest water level setting COM PACT WASH ERS Heavy Work Clothes 3 work shirts 2 pair pants Towels 9 bath towels or 6 bath towels 3 hand towels 6 wash cloths Knits...

Страница 22: ... 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 Start with cold or warm water Hot water can set some stains When bleach is recommended use a bleach that is safe for the fabric Dilute chlorine bleach Test stain removers on an inside seam or hidden corner of the item to see if ...

Страница 23: ...ergent or your regular laundry detergent Wash and anti in hottest water safe for fabric perspirants Heavy stain 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 or oil Fruit stains Grass or green vegetables Items soiledwith vegetable or cookingoil should not be washed or dried See Vegetable Co...

Страница 24: ...emains in your washer forextended periods of time To prevent mildew promptly dry laundry after washing Treat immediately Scrape off excess mustard Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Work liquiddeter gent and a few drops of vinegar into stain Rinse If stain remains apply 3 hydrogenperoxide Rinse and wash Hand wash paint staineditems Water base Treat ...

Страница 25: ...se water provides betterwater extractionthan cold rinse water but may increase wrinklingwhen line drying In cold climates warm rinsewater also providesa more comfortable temperature for handling the wash load To check your hot water temperature with a candy or cooking thermometer 1 Fill a pan with the hottestwater available from the faucet that will fill your washer 2 Place a candy or cookingtherm...

Страница 26: ... surface and block by gently stretchingto original measurement Woolens tend to shrinkmore the first time they are washed This is normal Wash small loads Crowding will cause wrinkling 1 Shake orvacuum to remove loose dirt 2 Wash followingmanufacturer sinstructions NOTES Sun damaged curtainsand draperieswill tear whether hand or machine washed Replace slipcoverswhile still slightlydamp They will dry...

Страница 27: ...d or stitched tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy 1 Shake orvacuum to remove loose dirt 2 Wash more than one small rug at a time If you wash only one rug add bath towels to balance the load A largerrug should be distributed around the agitatorto balance the load 1 Wash only one ortwo items at a time Load evenly around the agitator 2 Stop the washer occasionallyto press air from it...

Страница 28: ...ls see page 15 for cycle time or temperature recommendations 3 Remove shoes from dryer while still damp and allow to air dry If manufacturer recommends machine drying dry one pillow at a time and 1 Make sure coverings are securely stitched 2 Shake and fluffthe items by hand several times duringthe cycle 3 Make sure pillowsare completelydry Feather pillowstake a long time to dry Follow care label d...

Страница 29: ...ed infollowing loads and cause skin irritation Flame Some items have been treated with a flame retardant finish to improve retardant their resistance to burning Such items are clearly labeled To retain finishes flame retardant qualities throughcontinuoususe and washing clean and dry accordingto the manufacturer sinstructions Napped Dry separately or withsimilarcolors to avoid linttransfer Follow c...

Страница 30: ...Solving laundering problems Most laundering problems are easilysolved if you understandthe cause Check the following listfor problemsyou may have and possiblecauses If you need additionalhelp check the Assistance or Service section of this book PROBLEM CAUSE Brown yellow Chlorine staining stains Iron inwater heater or pipes Ironand manganese in water Dye transfer Impropersorting Load not immediate...

Страница 31: ...ems damaged before washing Misuse of chlorinebleach Sharp articles not removed from pockets Overloading Fasteners notfastened Load overdried Fabricsoftener not used Synthetics syntheticblends permanent press and knitsin load Using soap in very hard water use detergent if you have hard water Not enough detergent Line drying Overloading Improperloading do not wrap large items around agitator Wrinkli...

Страница 32: ...y suds as normal sudsingdetergents If the recommended amount of normal sudsing detergent creates too many suds or suds are present in the rinse water try a low sudsingdetergent Fabric softeners washer Add diluted fabric softener only in the final rinse Always dilutefabric softeners with 112 to 1 cup 125 to 250 mL warm water Undilutedfabric softener can stain fabrics Fabricsofteners should not be m...

Страница 33: ...and cold water faucets open Are the water supply hoses kinked Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out Is the lid closed Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Has a time delay fuse been used Washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle These pauses are normal Is the power cord firmly plugged into...

Страница 34: ...Did you firmly push the Start Button Are the controls set in an ON position Is the cycle in the last few minutes There is no heat during that time Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Has a time delay fuse been used If you have a gas dryer are the valves open on both the dryer and the supply line Is your lint screen clean See the Slowdrying section of the table on page 31 for addi...

Страница 35: ...R See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool ServJol Example XYZ Service Co When asking for help or service Please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance scomplete model and serial numbersand the purchasedate See page 2 This informationwill help us respond properlyto your request 4 If you need FSP e replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporati...

Страница 36: ...livery Your washer dryer is designed to be repaired in the home Damage to your washer dryer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Any labor costs during the limited warranties Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 8 82 BI C D E F WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE...

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