Whirlpool Roper RAB4232DL0 User's Manual
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1. Follow package directions Ketchup or tomato products Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Wash If stain remains apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak Rewash Apply nonflammable fabric cleaner or prewash soil and stain remover Blot with absorbent material Repeat if necessary Rinse If stain still remains rub with liquid detergent Wash Lipstick continued on next page 15 REMOVING STAINS STAIN TO REMOVE Meat juice Scrape off excess with a dull knife Soak in cold or warm water with egg enzyme presoak at least 30 minutes or treat stains with a nonflammable fabric cleaner Wash Perspiration Severe scorch cannot be removed Wet stain with 3 hydrogen peroxide Cover with a dry cloth and press with an iron as hot as is safe for fabric Rinse well Wash OR Wet with lemon juice and spread in the sun to dry Wash Sponge immediately with cold water and alcohol Heat and detergent may set stain Wash in hottest water safe for fabric If stain remains soak in warm water and an all fabric bleach for 15 to 30 minutes Rewash Old mildew stains are almost impossible to remove Mildew fungus destroys or weakens fabrics An alternative to bleach is to treat with salt and lemon juice and dry in direct sunlight Rinse and rewash Mildew may form if wet or damp laundry remains in yo2. replacement part for your Roper appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Roper appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 2 or call our toll free number in Step 1 4 lf you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 19 ROPER Automatic Washer Warranty FULL ONE YEAR Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANTY materials or workmanship Service must be provided by from date of purchase an authorized Roper service company LIMITED 2ND 5TH YEAR Replacement parts for any part of the gearcase assembly WARRANTY if defective in materials or workmanship from date of purchase WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of your washer 2 Instruct you how to use your washer 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing B Repairs when your washer is used in other than normal single family househo
3. the bleach dispenser 3 Close the washer lid 4 Select a load size Turn the Load Size Selector to the setting that corresponds with the size of the wash load and the type of fabric being washed e To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill move the Selector to the desired new setting e See pages 10 and 11 for loading tips 5 Select a wash rinse temperature with the Water Temperature Selector Match the water temperature with the type of fabric and soils being washed See page 12 for water temperature guidelines e Three wash rinse temperatures are available cold cold warm cold and hot cold 6 Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to the wash cycle you want see page 6 Match wash water temperature with the type of fabric and soils being washed 7 Pull out Cycle Control Knob to start washer 8 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured and diluted fabric softener during rinse cycle see page 8 iss Liquid bleach dispenser WATER LEVEL TEMPERATURE WASH RINSE OPERATING YOUR WASHER Stopping restarting your washer If necessary you can stop your washer during a cycle to add more clothes or add fabric softener to the final rinse see page 8 e To stop the washer at any time push in the Cycle Control Knob e To restart the washer close the lid if necessary and pull out the Cycle Control Knob Selecting a cycle Use th
4. 447 6737 Washer Safety Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety statements under AWARNING warning symbols Please pay special This symbol alerts you to such dangers attention to these symbols and follow any as personal injury burns fire and instructions given Here is a brief explana electrical shock tion of the symbol IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using AWARNI NG your washer follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before using e If your hot water has not been used re your washer cently usually 2 weeks or longer hydro e Do not machine wash or machine dry a may res up in your water items cleaned washed soaked in or eater and your hol water pipes spotted with wax paint gasoline oil or HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE other flammable fluids The fumes can To prevent injury or damage before create a fire hazard or explosion Always using your washer turn on all hot water hand wash and line dry items containing faucets and allow water to run for several these materials minutes This will allow gases to escape Do not smoke or use any open flame e Flammable fluids dry cleaning solvents near your faucet while it is open kerosene gasoline etc should not be used or stored in or near your washer Do Please not add flammable fluids to your wash e Have only a qualified pe
5. MM ROPER EE aa Home Appliances Use AndCare A Note to You Washer Safety Parts and Features Operating Your Washer Caring for Your Washer Laundry Tips Removing Stains Troubleshooting Requesting Assistance or Service Warranty 1 800 447 6737 Call us with questions or comments TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER Part No 3363550 A Note to You Thank you for buying a Roper appliance Roper appliances give you ail the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price To ensure you enjoy years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance This 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 Dealer Name Please also record the purchase date of Dealer Address your appliance and your dealer s name address and telephone number Dealer Phone Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference ry appeal 1 800
6. apply a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Wash If stain remains apply a liquid deter gent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak Rewash Crayon and Scrape off excess with a dull knife Place fabric between two blotters or candle wax facial tissue Press with warm iron Remove color stain with nonflammabie fabric cleaner Hand wash until stain is gone If full load is crayon stained take to cleaners or coin operated dry cleaning machine Cream milk or ice cream Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Wash Repeat if necessary If stain remains apply a few drops of liquid detergent and a few drops of ammonia Blot dry and rinse If stain remains soak in an enzyme presoak Wash 14 REMOVING STAINS STAIN TO REMOVE Deodorants Light stain Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent and anti Wash in hottest water safe for fabric perspirants Heavy stain Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammo nia and all fabric bleach Let stand for 30 minutes Wash in hottest water safe for fabric Items soiled with vegetable or cooking oil should not be washed or dried See vegetable cooking oil Warning on page 3 For other types of greasy stains use one of the methods below e Use pretreatment stain remover Follow label directions Wash in hottest water safe for fabric e Use talcum powder to abso
7. below 1 If you need assistance Call our toll free number Dial toll free from anywhere in the Ni U S A 1 800 44 ROPER N A 1 800 447 6737 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appli ance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 North M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 2 If you need service Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or the authorized servicer in your area For help finding an autho rized servicer in your area call our toll free telephone number in Step 1 When asking for help or service Please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the pur chase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 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 Roper appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Roper appliance To
8. chenille from lint takers corduroy synthetics permanent press When possible turn lint givers inside out e Separate dark colors from light colors colorfast items from noncolorfast items e Sort by fabric and construction sturdy cottons knits delicate items e Drop items into washer loosely Fill to the top i of the basket but do not wrap S Items should move easily through wash water for best results Items should sink and reappear later e Load washer properly and select correct the machine and selecting a setting too small for the wash load can increase wrinkling create excessive lint Loading items around the agitator cleaning and wrinkle free load size setting Overloading or packing cause poor cleaning wear out items faster because of pilling 10 e Load by the amount of space items take up not by their weight e Mix large and small items in each load Load evenly to maintain washer balance An off balance load can make the washer vibrate during spin e To reduce wrinkling permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits should have more room to move in the water than heavy items towels jeans Use the large load setting for best results with permanent press clothes Loading suggestions LAUNDRY TIPS For these suggested full sized loads set the Load Size Selector to the highest water level setting LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Permanent C
9. e information in this section to help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads Each cycle is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels Pits NORMAL Ix HEAVY 14 T Heavy Cycle The Heavy cycle features high agitation and spin speeds e Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean large loads of heavily constructed fabrics that are moderately to heavily soiled Normal Cycle The Normal cycle features high spin speeds to shorten drying time e Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean cotton and linen fabrics that are moder ately to heavily soiled OFF jo PERMANI NT PRESS ATP ss Permanent Press Cycle The Permanent Press cycle features a cool down rinse and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling e Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled e The washer pauses briefly during the Permanent Press cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation Knits Delicate Cycle The Knits Delicate cycle features a reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling e Use 8 minutes of wash time to clean delicate items and washable knits that are lightly to moderately soiled OPERATING YOUR WASHER 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 in Cycle Control Knob and turn cloc
10. ely to be stretched and dam aged when washed especially bulky knits Knits made of synthetic fabrics such as polyester nylon and acrylic tend to keep their original shape more than a knit made of cotton or ramie Pillows stuffed Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they will be toys dried in a dryer Plastic rubber Treat as delicate items Wash in warm water Wash small items items in 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 rug add bath towels to balance the load Snowsuits jackets Wash only one or two items at a time You may need to stop the washer occasionally to press air from the items being washed An extra rinse may be necessary 13 Removing Stains Stained heavily soiled or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results Soaking helps remove protein type stains like blood milk or grass Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing Stain removal rules e Use warm water for soaking or prewashing Stained laundry Hot water can set stains e Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh Old or set stains may not come out Follow package directions for pretreatment products e Before treating any stain find o
11. etergent e Using a packaged water conditioner Not using soap LAUNDRY TIPS Washing special care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions Always follow care label directions when they are available Below are general washing instruc tions for some special washables ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS Blankets Pretreat spots and stains Select water temperature cycle and time electric or woolen according to the type of blanket being washed An extra rinse may be necessary see page 7 for rinse and spin information Check care label to see if manufacturer recommends machine washing Curtains drapes Wash small loads Crowding may cause wrinkling Replace slipcovers slipcovers while still slightly damp They will dry to fit tightly NOTE Sun damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether hand or machine washed 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 clothing manufacturer s instructions to retain flame retardant qualities Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch However this means that knits are more lik
12. ightly soiled to moderately soiled items e Safe for most fabric finishes e Less fading and dye bleeding e Reduces wrinkling e Best for very lightly soiled items e Saves hot water e Best rinse water temperature The washer features cold rinses for all wash temperatures 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 do not have a faucet at your washer site collect the water from the faucet closest to your washer 2 Place a candy thermometer or cooking thermometer in the water to check the temperature NOTE In wash water temperatures colder than 70 F 21 C detergents do not dissolve well Also soils may be difficult to remove and some fabrics may retain wear wrinkles and may have increased pilling 12 Water hardness Many poor washing results can be traced to the hardness of the wash water To check your water hardness e City water ask the city water company Well water ask the local water authority Ask for the mineral content in grains gallon or parts million If your water is more than 8 grains gallon or more than 153 parts million you should consider e Installing a water softener e Using more d
13. kwise until indicator points to RINSE as illustrated 2 Pull out Cycle Control Knob The washer fills to selected load size agitates drains and spins Using drain and spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing excess water 1 Push in Cycle Control Knob and turn clockwise until indicator points to SPIN as illustrated 2 Pull out Cycle Control Knob The washer drains and then spins What happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out the washer fills to the selected load size before agitation and timing start The washer begins agitating immediately after filling agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down WASH Fill v Ba Wash selected time wy Drain or partial drain o onan The Permanent RG cycle partially drains fills agitates briefly and drains 3 s ww After agitation starts the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to an OFF area and the cycle ends The washer pauses briefly during the Permanent Press cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation RINSE al re KA Drein Nowgiiatin aes JU off Rinse a OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser Always measure liquid chlorine bleach Do not guess Never use more than 1 cup 250 mL for a full load Use less with lower water level settings Follow man
14. ld use C Pickup 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 us E Any labor costs during the limited warranty F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 6 04 This Roper appliance is warranted by Whirlpool Corporation Under no circumstances shall it be liable under this warranty for incidental or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation of implied warranties so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may also apply For details please contact your authorized Roper distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the Requesting Assistance or Service section of this book and then if you need additional help call our toll free telephone number 1 800 44 ROPER 1 800 447 6737 from anywhere in the U S A Printed on recycled paper 10 consumer waste 50 recovered materials PART NO 3363550 1885 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark of Whiripool U S A Printed in U S A
15. locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 2 or call our toll free number in Step 1 4 lf you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 19 TROUBLESHOOTING Common washer problems Before calling for service check these 7 Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker Has a time delay fuse been used w Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on D ai Are the water hoses kinked or clogged D i Is the drain hose lower than the water level in the washer It must be higher wV Is the lid closed yr Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out a Is the washer making noises 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 problem see Requesting Assistance or Service on page 19 18 Requesting As
16. lothes Press 2 pair pants 1 double sheet 3 shirts 1 tablecloth 3 pair jeans 1 dress 1 coverall 1 blouse 2 slacks 3 shirts 2 pillowcases Saving energy e Use warm or cold wash water for most loads Use hot water only when washing heavy greasy soils or whites e Use cold rinses Wash full loads e Use lower water levels when washing small loads Mixed Load 2 double or 1 king size sheet s 4 pillowcases 6 T shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 6 handkerchiefs Towels 8 bath towels 8 hand towels 10 wash cloths 1 bathmat e Avoid rewashing Use enough detergent and pretreat stains or heavy soils Use the cycles and wash times recommended for the fabric and soil e Use your washer during off peak hours usually early morning and late evening Ask your power company 11 LAUNDRY TIPS Water Guidelines Selecting water temperatures WASH WATER TEMPERATURE HOT 130 F 54 C or above e Work clothes e Sturdy whites colorfast pastels e Diapers WARM 90 110 F 32 44 C silks woolens Knits delicate fabrics e Extra sensitive colors e Noncolorfast items e Hand washables COLD 70 90 F 21 32 C SUGGESTED FABRICS e Dark noncolorfast colors e Permanent press items e Nylon polyester acrylics COMMENTS e Best cleaning for heavily soiled items e Removes oils perspiration greasy soils and stains e Prevents graying or yellowing Best for l
17. nual clean place lint filter Caring for Your Washer Proper care of your washer can extend its life This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely Cleaning your washer Exterior Interior Wipe up detergent bleach and Clean interior with 1 cup 250 mL of other spills with a soft damp chlorine bleach mixed with 2 cups 500 mL cloth or sponge as they occur of detergent Run washer through a com Occasionally wipe the outside plete cycle using hot water Repeat process of the washer to keep it looking if necessary like new NOTE Remove hard water deposits using Do not put sharp or metal only cleaners labeled as washer safe objects in your washer They can damage the finish Check all pockets for pins clips money bolts nuts etc Do not lay these objects on your washer after emptying pockets Winter storage or moving care Install and store 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 Turn on both water faucets 4 5 the basket Reconnect power supply cord 4 Run washer on a drain and spin setting Run the washe
18. r through a complete cycle see page 7 for about 30 seconds to mix with 1 cup 250 mL of detergent to clean the antifreeze and water out antifreeze 5 Unplug the power supply cord Non use or vacation care You should operate your washer only when e Unplug the power supply cord or turn off you are at home If you will be on vacation electrical power to the washer or will not be using your washer for an e Turn off the water supply to the washer extended period of time you should This helps avoid accidental flooding due to a water pressure surge while you are away Laundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additional washing information Preparing clothes for washing e Close zippers snaps and hooks to avoid snagging other items Remove pins buckles and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer in terior Remove non wash able trim and omaments Empty pockets and turn them inside out e Turn down cuffs brush away lint and dirt e Tum synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling e Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle e Mend tears loose hems and seams e Treat spots and stains See Removing Stains on pages 14 16 Stained or wet garments should be washed promptly for best results Sorting e Separate heavily soiled items from lightly q soiled ones even if they would normally be washed together Separate lint givers towels
19. rb as much grease as possible Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner Rinse Wash Treat with liquid detergent or rub a detergent paste on the stain Wash using hottest water safe for fabric Fresh stains Soak immediately in cool water Wash If stain remains cover area with a paste made of all fabric 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 Grass or Soak in warm or cold water with an enzyme presoak for at least green 30 minutes or sponge with denatured alcohol Wash in water tempera vegetables ture and bleach safe for the fabric For colored fabrics check colorfast ness before applying alcohol For acetate sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner If stain remains bleach with 3 hydrogen peroxide Rinse Rewash Ink or ballpoint pen ink Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol Sponge stain continuously until all bleeding stops Let dry Repeat if necessary Wash If stain remains bleach if safe for fabric India and other indelible inks are almost impossible to remove completely Colored or noncolorfast items Apply lemon juice and salt Place in the sun to dry Rinse thoroughly Repeat if necessary White or colorfast items Try a rust remover Test first on inside seam or hem Some rust removers are not washer safe
20. rson install re water These substances give off vapors pair or replace parts on washer that can create a fire hazard or explosion e Maintain washer properly e Do not allow children to operate play e Protect washer from the weather and with or crawl on or inside your keep it where the temperature will not fall washer Supervise children closely below freezing when your washer is used near them f e Install and level washer on a floor that e Before your washer is removed from can support the weight service or discarded remove the lid e Connect washer to the correct 3 prong to prevent accidental entrapment A outlet electrical supply water supply e After starting a cycle do not reach into and drain PPY ppYy the basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is pushed in and all motion stops Do not tamper with the controls SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS e Ground washer properly See the Installation Instructions Understanding your responsibilities Store laundry aids and other materials in a e Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia cool dry place where children cannot reach or acids such as vinegar or rust remover them in a locked cabinet if possible in the same wash Hazardous fumes e Read and follow instructions on packages can form of detergent and laundry aids especially e Unplug power supply cord before attempt warnings and precautions ing to service your washer Do not wash or dry items tha
21. sistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting on pages 17 18 It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below 1 If you need assistance Call our toll free number Dial toll free from anywhere in the U S A 1 800 44 ROPER A 1 800 447 6737 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appli ance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 North M 63 Benton Harbor M 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 2 If you need service Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance or the authorized servicer in your area For help finding an autho rized servicer in your area call our toll free telephone number in Step 1 When asking for help or service Please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the pur chase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 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
22. t are soiled with Do not machine wash fiberglass materials vegetable or cooking oil These items may Small particles can stick to fabrics washed contain some oil after laundering Due to the in following loads and cause skin irritation remaining oil the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself 3 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 Page references are included next to some features Refer to those pages for more information about the features Temperature Selector Load size p 5 Cycle control knob selector p 6 p 5 Liquid chlorine Toll free bleach dispenser number p 8 p 2 Agitator Model and serial number plate under lid p Basket Tub Manuai clean lint filter bottom of washer basket pP 8 Operating Your Washer To obtain the best washing results you must operate your washer properly This section gives you this important information Page references are included for more information Starting Your Washer 1 Add measured detergent to the washer Then place a sorted load of clothes in the washer e Sort and load clothes as described on page 10 e If desired you may also add color safe all fabric bleach 2 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser see page 8 Use only liquid chlorine bleach in
23. ufacturer s directions 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 NOTE Do not use this dispenser to add 3 Start the washer Bleach will be diluted powdered chiorine or all fabric bleach to and dispensed automatically during wash your wash load The dispenser is for liquid part of cycle chlorine bleach use only Adding fabric softeners e Always dilute fabric softeners with 4 to 1 cup 125 to 250 mL warm water Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics e Add diluted fabric softener only in the final rinse e Fabric softeners should not be mixed with other laundry products because greasy stains may form If stains form remove by wetting the stain and rubbing with liquid detergent or a bar of soap Rewash the stained item e Too much fabric softener can make some items diapers and towels nonabsorbent If this happens use less fabric softener or do not use it every time Manual clean lint filter Clean the filter at the bottom of the agitator after every load for the best filtering results To clean 1 Lift off the agitator barrel 2 Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barrel The filter is not removable 3 Replace agitator barrel and snap into Agitator barrel Ma
24. ur washer for extended periods of time To prevent mildew promptly dry laundry after washing Treat immediately Scrape off excess mustard Sponge with a nonflam mable fabric cleaner 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 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 it Wash with hottest water safe for fabric Remove stains before ironing Perspiration stains may weaken fabric Wash or sponge stain thoroughly with detergent and warm water If perspiration has changed the color of the fabric use one of the following treatments Fresh stains Apply ammonia to stain Rinse Launder to remove ammonia odor Old stains Apply white vinegar to stain Rinse Launder to remove vinegar odor 16 Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting on pages 17 18 It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions
25. ut what kind of stain it is how old the stain is what kind of fabric it is and if the fabric is colorfast Check the care label e Washing and drying can set some stains e Start with cold or warm water Hot water can set some stains e When bleach is recommended use a bleach that is safe for the fabric e Test stain removers on an inside seam or hidden corner of the item to see if the color is removed e Put the stained area face down on a paper towel or white cloth Apply the stain remover to the back of the stain This forces the stain off the fabric instead of through it e Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help break down some protein stains so they are easier to remove Stain removal guide STAIN TO REMOVE Alcoholic beverage These stains tum 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 detergent into any remaining stains Rinse If stain remains put a few drops of 3 hydrogen peroxide on stain for 3 5 minutes Rinse thoroughly Wash Chewing Use ice to make gum hard Scrape off what you can Sponge with a gum nonflammable fabric cleaner Let dry Wash Chocolate or coffee Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or
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