Whirlpool LSC9355DQ0 User's Manual
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1. 9 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add measured liquid fabric softener to the rinse water See page 12 NOTE Your washer does not come with a liquid fabric softener dispenser installed The dispenser is available with a mail in coupon packed with your washer Stopping restarting your washer 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 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 e The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation e An Extra Rinse feature is available in all cycles see page 6 e Refer to page 9 to learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash cycle e Refer to page 10 to help you understand what happens during a wash cycle continued on next page 7 Normal Cycle The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system high agitation speeds and longer spin speeds to shorten drying time Use this cycle for cleaning cotton and linen fabrics Select 9 7 REGULAR 12 HEAVY or 15 EX HEAVY minutes of wash time depending on whether your load is moderately or heavily soiled For lightly soiled co2. Snags rips and holes Stiff rough fabrics Twisting Tangling Wrinkling Yellow areas from body oils 22 e Chlorine staining e iron in water heater or pipes iron and manganese in water Improper sorting e Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle e Improper sorting e Water temperature too low e Not enough detergent e Using soap in very hard water use detergent in hard water e Fabric softener poured directly on clothes e Not enough detergent or dispenser not used Improper sorting e Paper or tissue in pockets e Pilling being mistaken for lint e Not enough detergent e Cold rinses e Cycle stopped before spinning is complete e Fabric type some knits stretch during manufacturing laundering returns fabric to original size e Care label directions not followed Items damaged before washing e Misuse of chlorine bleach do not pour directly on clothes dispenser not used e Sharp items not removed from pockets fasteners not fastened e Using soap in very hard water use detergent in hard water e Not enough detergent e Line drying e Overloading e Clothes wrapped around agitator Overloading leave more room for permanent press and knits Load not immediately removed from washer after cycle e Wam rinse water e Cycle selection incorrect e Water temperature too low e Not enough detergent TROUBLESHOOTING Common washer problems Before calling for s
3. normally be washed together Separate lint givers towels chenille from lint takers a corduroy synthetics perma nent 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 Loading e Drop items into washer loosely Fill to the top of the basket top row of holes Do not wrap items h ite the agitator rest should move easily through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle free results Items should sink and reappear later e Load washer properly and select correct load size setting Overloading or packing the machine and selecting a setting too small for the wash load can cause poor cleaning increase wrinkling create excessive lint wear out items faster because of pilling 14 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 Use a large load size setting to reduce wrinkling with permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits These items should have more room to move in the water than heavy items towels jeans e Reduce wash time when using a small load size setting Loads with only a few small items need less wash time Loading suggestions For t
4. If water is drained quickly from the washer you may hear air being pulled through the pump This happens during the end of draining After drain and before spin When the cycle changes from draining to spinning you may hear gears engaging OPERATING YOUR WASHER Understanding 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 occurs with the washer lid up or down During agitation the XTRA ROLL ACTION agitator creates a continu ous rollover action that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash load WASH cs Fill wy ae Wash selected time wy Drain No agitation The Permanent Press cycle partially drains fills agitates briefly and drains yr After agitation starts the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to an OFF area and the cycle ends NOTES The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation e 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 RINSE Fill gt And Rinse yr Drain No agitation wW Spin Spray rinse wW Spin wv Off aaua MAGIC CLEAN lint filter The lint filter at the bottom of the
5. Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics If this happens use less fabric softener or e Add diluted fabric softener only in the final do not use it every time 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 Fabric softener dispenser installed NOTE Your washer does not come with a liquid fabric softener dispenser installed The dispenser is available 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 fabric softener will be added to the load during the final rinse NOTE Do not stop the washer before the rinse part of the cycle begins Staining can occur 5 Flush dispenser periodically with warm water as illustrated e To remove the dispenser grasp the top of the dispenser with both hands Squeeze and push upward with thumbs to remove e Clean dispenser by holding under water faucet Replace after cleaning NOTE Do not wash clothes with this dispenser removed Do not add detergent o
6. 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 nonflammable 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 continued on next page 19 REMOVING STAINS STAIN TO REMOVE Deodorants and anti perspirants Fat grease or oil Fruit stains Grass or green vegetables Ink or ballpoint pen ink lron or rust Ketchup or tomato products Lipstick 20 Light stain Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent Wash in hottest water safe for fabric Heavy stain Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammo nia and color safe 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 hott
7. 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 Perspiration 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 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 Soft drinks Sponge immediately with cold water and alcohol Heat and detergent may set stain 21 Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause Check the following list for common laundry problems and the next page for common washer problems If you need further assistance see page 24 Common laundry problems PROBLEM CAUSE Brown yellow stains Dye transfer Gray whites dingy colors Greasy looking spots Load too wet after spin Shrinking
8. Whitlpd ol HOW TO MAKE A HOME RUN Use And Care A Note to You eee Washer Safety 4 3 Parts and Features 4 Operating Your Washer 5 Starting your washer 5 Stopping restarting your washer s a o 7 Selecting a cycle and time ceeeeeeeeeeeee 7 Using rinse and spin 9 Using drain and spin 9 Understanding normal washer sounds 600 9 Understanding what happens in each cycle 10 MAGIC CLEAN lint filter 10 Adding liquid chlorine bleach 11 Adding liquid fabric Softener iessen 12 Caring for Your Washer 13 Laundry Tips 14 Removing Stains 19 Troubleshooting 22 Requesting Assistance OF Service on cece reece 24 Warranty cecceeeeeees 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments THREE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS PART NO 3363553 y a D Line A Note to You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Because your life is getting busier and more complicated Whirlpool washers are easy to use save time and help you manage your home better To ensure that 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 washer properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please c
9. ater temperature Extra rinse selector selector selector p 5 p 6 Cycle control knob eee a pp 7 9 Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser p 11 CLEAN TOUCH panel p 6 Model and serial Location for Rava liquid fabric softener dispenser p 12 a n Tub MAGIC CLEAN lint filter Liquid fabric softener dispenser available bottom of washer basket with mail in coupon p 10 On some models 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 14 e if desired you may also add color safe bleach or extra detergent for the Super Wash cycle 7 2 OPTIONAL STEP If desired add Bleach dispenser measured liquid chlorine bleach to the liquid bleach dispenser See page 11 e 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 e See pages 14 and 15 for loading suggestions e The Load Size Selector has five set tings Ex Small Small Medium Large and Ex Large e To change the load size setting after the washer has started t
10. d 4 Run washer on a drain and spin setting Run the washer through a complete cycle see page 9 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 Operate your washer only when you are at Turn off the water supply to the washer home If you will be on vacation or not using This helps avoid accidental flooding due your washer for an extended period of time to a water pressure surge while you are you should away Unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power to the washer 13 Laundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additional washing information Preparing clothes for washing e Close zippers snaps oe hooks to avoid 5 sna ing other items Remove A i pins buckles and other hard F objects to avoid scratching the i washer interior Remove non NS washable trim and ornaments e Empty pockets and turn them inside out e Turn down cuffs brush away lint and dirt e Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling e Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle e Mend tears loose hems and seams Treat spots and stains See Removing Stains on pages 19 21 e Stained or wet garments should be washed promptly for best results Sorting e Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones even if they would
11. d h Knob is pushed in and all motion stops round washer propery Do not tamper with the controls See the Installation Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Understanding your responsibilities e 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 of can form detergent and laundry aids especially e Unplug power supply cord before attempt warnings and precautions ing to service your washer e Do not wash or dry items that 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 tothe 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 NOTES e The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book Your model may not include all features e Page references are included next to some features Refer to those pages for more information about the features Load size W
12. eck 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 turn brown with age so treat immediately Sponge or soak fresh stains with cold water Wash If stain remains soak 15 minutes ina 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 apply a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Wash If stain remains apply a liquid deter gent to stain or soak
13. ervice check these Is the lid closed a Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out wv Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage D i Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker D i Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on D amp Are the water hoses kinked or clogged wv Is the drain hose lower than the water level in the washer It must be higher i Is the washer making noises see page 9 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 24 23 Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting on pages 22 23 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 the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial toll free from anywhere in the U S A A 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representati
14. es oils perspiration greasy soils and stains e Prevents graying or yellowing WARM 90 110 F 32 44 C e Dark noncolorfast colors e Permanent press items e Nylon polyester acrylics silks woolens Knits delicate fabrics e Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items e Safe for most fabric finishes e Less fading and dye bleeding Reduces wrinkling e Extra sensitive colors e Noncolorfast items e Hand washables COLD 70 90 F 21 32 C e Best for very lightly soiled items e Saves hot water e Best rinse water temperature The washer features cold rinses and cold final spray rinses for all wash temperatures In addition warm rinses and warm final spray rinses are available with warm washes Warm rinse water provides better water extraction than cold rinse water and shortens drying times However warm rinse water and warm sprays may increase wrinkling when line drying 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 from the faucet that fills your washer NOTE If you do not have a faucet at your washer site collect the water fro
15. est water safe for fabric e Use talcum powder to absorb as much grease as possible Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner Rinse Wash e 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 color safe 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 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 peroxide Rinse Rewash 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 Follow package directions Sponge immediately with a
16. hese suggested full sized loads set the Load Size Selector to the highest load size setting LAUNDRY TIPS SUPER CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes 3 pair pants 3 shirts 4 pair jeans 1 coverall 1 overall Knits 3 slacks 3 blouses 6 shirts 4 tops 4 dresses Permanent Press 2 double or 1 king size sheet s 1 tablecloth 1 dress 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 e Wash full loads e Use lower water levels when washing small loads Mixed Load 3 double sheets 4 pillowcases 8 T shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 8 handkerchiefs Towels 10 bath towels 10 hand towels 14 wash cloths 1 bathmat Delicates 3 camisoles 1 quilted robe 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties 1 baby s dress 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 15 LAUNDRY TIPS Water guidelines Selecting water temperatures WASH WATER TEMPERATURE HOT 130 F 54 C or above SUGGESTED FABRICS e Work clothes Sturdy whites colorfast pastels e Diapers COMMENTS e Best cleaning for heavily soiled items e Remov
17. keep their original shape more than knits 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 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 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 18 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 out what kind of stain it is how old the stain is what kind of fabric it is and if the fabric is colorfast Ch
18. m 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 16 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 e 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 137 parts million you should consider e Installing a water softener e Using more detergent 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 electric or woolen time according to the type of blanket being washed Two rinses may be necessary Check care label to see if manufacturer recommends machine washing Curtains drapes Wash small loads Crowding may cause wrinkling Replace sli
19. mer waste 50 recovered materials PART NO 3363553 D Line 1995 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A
20. 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 REMOVING STAINS STAIN TO REMOVE Meat juice Scrape off excess with a dull knife Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme presoak at least 30 minutes or treat stains with a nonflammable fabric cleaner Wash Wash in hottest water safe for fabric If stain remains soak in warm water and a color safe 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 your 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
21. o fill turn the Selector to the desired new setting OPERATING YOUR WASHER 5 Select wash rinse final spray rinse temperatures with the Water Tem perature Selector Match the water temperatures with the type of fabric and soils being washed See page 16 for water temperature guidelines e Depending on your model you have either a rotary knob or a CLEAN TOUCH Water Temperature Selector NOTE The washer shown on page 4 has a CLEAN TOUCH panel Five wash rinse final spray rinse temperature selections are available hot cold coid warm cold cold cold cold cold warm warm warm Temperature warm cold warm NOTE On CLEAN TOUCH models a CLEAN TOUCH colored indicator shows the setting you Selector select 6 If desired set the Extra Rinse Selector to On to automatically add a rinse and on n spin to the end of the wash cycle e Depending on your model you have either a rotary On Off knob or a CLEAN TOUCH On Off Extra Rinse Selector e Use Extra Rinse On when adding extra detergent for the Super Wash cycle or Extra Rinse any other cycle Extra rinse is available in all cycles Rotary Knob e If you do not want an extra rinse and OR spin set the Extra Rinse Selector to Off P CLEAN TOUCH Selector OPERATING YOUR WASHER 7 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want See page 8 8 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to start the washer
22. omplete and mail in the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance 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 Serial Number complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model Purchase Date and serial number plate see diagram on Dealer Name page 4 for location of plate Please also record the purchase date of Dealer Address your appliance and your dealer s name Dealer Phone address and telephone number Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Washer Safety Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety statements under AWARNING warning symbols Please pay special This symbol will help alert you to such attention to these symbols and follow any dangers as fire electrical shock burns instructions given Here is a brief explana and personal injury tion of the symbol IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your washer follow basic precautions including the following e Read all instructions before using your e If your hot water has not been used washer recently usually 2 weeks or longer e Do not machine wash or machine dry hydrogen gases may build up in your items cleaned washed
23. pcovers 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 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 Elastic spandex Flame retardant Items will be clearly labeled as flame retardant Follow clothing manufacturers instructions to retain flame retardant qualities Hand Washables Garments are labeled Hand Wash because The fiber or construction may be sensitive to agitation e The fabric contains sensitive dyes that may bleed Properly sort and then use your Hand Washables cycle for gentle washing Follow care label directions for drying Items that may shrink should be dried flat Block these items by gently stretching to original measurements Woolens tend to shrink more the first time they are washed continued on next page 17 LAUNDRY TIPS ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch However this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and damaged when washed especially bulky knits Knits made of synthetic fabrics such as polyester nylon and acrylic tend to
24. r bleach to dispenser The dispenser is for liquid fabric softener use only 12 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 other spills Clean interior with 1 cup 250 mL of chlo with a soft damp cloth or rine bleach mixed with 2 cups 500 mL of sponge as they occur Occa detergent Run washer through a complete sionally wipe the outside of the cycle using hot water Repeat process if washer to keep it looking like necessary new NOTE Remove hard water deposits using Do not put sharp or metal objects in your only cleaners labeled as washer safe 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 cor
25. r improved cleaning use two f times the amount of detergent recommended for a wash cycle OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using rinse and spin NOTE An Extra Rinse option is available in all cycles See page 6 When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes or washing special care items you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed 1 To add an additional rinse push in the Cycle Contro Knob and turn clockwise to RINSE as illustrated 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob The washer fills to selected load size agi tates 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 the Cycle Control Knob and turn clockwise to SPIN as illustrated 2 Pull 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 load your washer has a lower water level With this lower water level you may hear a clicking sound from the upper portion of the agitator During drain The rate that water is drained from your washer depends on your installation
26. roblem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 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 Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action Gearcase assembly covered by your warranty Please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request WHIRLPOOL Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANTY materials or workmanship Service must be provided 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 FSP replacement parts for any top and lid rust WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack or fail to contain water due to defective materials or
27. soaked in or water heater and your hot 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 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 person install water These substances give off vapors repair or replace parts on washer that can create a fire hazard or explosion e Maintain washer properly Do not allow children to operate play e Protect washer from the weather and with or crawl on or inside your washer keep it where the temperature will not fall Supervise children closely when your below freezing washer is used near them e Install and level washer on a floor that Before your washer is removed from can support the weight service or discarded remove the lid to e Connect washer to the correct 3 prong proveni accidental entrapment outlet electrical supply water supply e After starting a cycle do not reach into and drain the basket unless the Cycle Control e Groun
28. tton and linen fabrics use the 6 minute SOFTWASH setting Permanent Press Cycle The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash sys tem a cool down rinse and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling Use this cycle for cleaning permanent press and some synthetic fabrics Select 6 LIGHT or 9 REGULAR minutes of wash time depending on whether your wash load is lightly or moder ately soiled Delicate Cycle The Delicate cycle features a reduced 7 agitation speed for gentle soil removal Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling Use this cycle for ArI re cleaning delicate TE items and washable knits Select 3 LIGHT or 6 REGULAR minutes of wash time depending on whether your wash load is lightly or moderately soiled OPERATING YOUR WASHER Ultimate Care Cycle Hand Washables The Ultimate Care Hand Washables cycle features brief low speed agitation and short soaks to gently clean special care items Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling Use 6 min utes of wash time to clean lightly soiled hand washables Wash small loads If items appear to be floating due to trapped air stop the washer by pushing in the Cycle Control Knob Push items down into the water Restart the washer Refer to Hand Washables on page 17 for more information Super Wash Cycle The Super Wash cycle 18 minutes features an extended wash time for washing heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal Fo
29. ve 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 Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized Whirlpool service companies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 1 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under s APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co WASHING MACHINES amp DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whiripool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co When asking for help or service 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 appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 1 4 If you are not satisfied with how the p
30. washer basket cleans itself During agitation wash and rinse water passes over the filter separating the lint from the water The lint is then spun away from the filter and out of the system during the spin part of the cycle If your washer drains into a tub remove any lint collected in the tub or strainer 10 MAGIC CLEAN Basket lint filter interior OPERATING YOUR WASHER Adding liquid chlorine bleach Use your washer liquid chlorine bleach dispenser to add bleach to the wash load 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 manufacturer 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 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 safe bleach to your wash load The dispenser is for liquid chlorine bleach use only 11 OPERATING YOUR WASHER Adding liquid fabric softener No fabric softener dispenser installed e Always dilute fabric softeners with cup Too much fabric softener can make some 125 mL to 1 cup 250 mL warm water items diapers and towels nonabsorbent
31. workmanship WHIRLPOOL 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 household 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 Whirlpool E Any labor costs during the limited warranties F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation 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 apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the Requesting Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Requesting Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A Printed on recycled paper 10 post consu
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