Whirlpool AL5143V User's Manual
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1. Thank you for choosing a Roper appliance This guide will help you operate and maintain your new quality built Roper washer Keep this guide in a safe place for future reference First complete all of the Installation Instruction steps before attempting to operate your washer Washers Use and are Guide Next complete and mail the Product Registration Card This card enters your warranty into our warranty system insuring efficient claim processing It can be used as a proof of purchase for insurance claims and helps Roper to contact you immediately in the unlikely event of a product safety recall Please remember It is your responsibility to be sure that your washer Is properly installed by a qualified person T ROPER ee ee aaa Appliances AL4132V AL5143V AL6245V AX5133V AX6245V Is installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight of the washer Is properly connected to a grounded electrical circuit that meets the electrical requirements Is properly connected to a water supply and drain Is used only for the job it was designed to do Is not used by children or anyone unable to operate it properly Is protected from the weather and installed where the temperature will not fall below freezing Is properly maintained See Installation Instructions provided le Energy saving tips Use washer during non peak energy usage hours Contact your power2. delay fuse of the correct capacity Reset circuit breaker Washer stops during a cycle Washer fills and drains without running Washer drains during wash and rinse cycles or water siphons out Washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle These pauses are normal Power cord is plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage Fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Check if time delay fuse has been used Cycle control knob is pointing to a number in the cycle Drain hose is higher than the water level in the washer Wait a minute to see if washer starts cycle again Firmly plug power cord into electrical outlet Check circuit voltage at fuse circuit breaker box Replace fuse with a time delay fuse of the correct capacity Reset circuit breaker Set cycle control knob on correct number in the cycle Adjust drain hose so that it is higher than the water level in the washer Page 11 LIMITED WARRANTY ROPER ee eee Appliances PRODUCTS COVERED All Roper Appliances LENGTH OF WARRANTY From date of purchase FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY LIMITED 2ND 5TH YEAR WARRANTY WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship Replacement parts and repair labor for the sealed refrigeration system compressor evaporator condenser drier or connecting tubing which we
3. find to be defective in materials or workmanship Refrigerators Freezers Air Conditioners Microwave Ovens Repair or replacement of magnetron tube which we find to be defective in materials or workmanship LIMITED 2ND 5TH YEAR WARRANTY Automatic Washers Repair or replacement of any part of the gear case assembly which we find to be defective in materials or workmanship WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR A SERVICE CALLS TO 1 Correct the installation of your appliance 2 Instruct you how to use your appliance 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace owner accessible light bulbs Repairs when appliance is used in other than normal single family household use Pick up and delivery Your appliance is designed to be repaired in the home Damage to appliance caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of product not approved by us Any labor costs during the limited warranties 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 periods stated in the express warranties for Roper Brand Appliances Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied warranty may last so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This
4. in turn inform us of your action Part No 3352144 Rev B 1990 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A moO
5. takers synthetics permanent press corduroys Separate synthetic items from cotton items Drop items in loosely Do Not pack clothes tightly into basket Check pockets before washing Use more detergent Laundering raises a surface fuzz called pilling Synthetics are more likely to pill than other fabrics Spin is too slow Rinse is cold Lid is open Chlorine bleach is used Washer basket is rusted from excessive soaking Iron is in water heater or pipes Iron or manganese is in water Use high spin cycles for heavy cottons Cold rinses leave loads colder wetter but save money energy and cause fewer wrinkles Close lid firmly Chlorine bleach can permanently yellow some fabrics Read fabric washing label and chlorine bleach package label carefully Do Not soak for more than 2 hours Do Not soak with chlorine bleach Do Not soak with acids Do Not store soiled laundry in washer Do Not leave damp load in washer Do Not store diapers or urine soaked items in washer Run hot water a few minutes before washing to clear lines Drain water heater occasionally Do Not use chlorine bleach in water containing iron Use non precipitating water conditioner in wash and rinse water Install an iron filter Problem Check if What to do Shrinking Fabric is poor quality Check fabric quality before purchasing Fabric care label directions were Follow fabric care label directions followed roa rips Chlori
6. water level selector to the level that describes the size of your load SMALL MEDIUM or LARGE AL6245 Set water level selector anywhere on or between EX SMALL and EX LARGE How to add bleach For Model AL4132 only Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load and detergent Dilute measured bleach in 1 quart 1L of water Pour bleach around agitator Do Not pour directly on load ola REGULAR TEMPERATURE AL4132 Large Capacity Single Speed Washer PERMANENT PRESS SOAK 20 OFF Check under washer lid for model number TEIP RAT URE AL5143 Large Capacity Single Speed Washer FABRICARE Check under washer lid for model number TEMPERATURE AL6245 Large Capacity Two Speed Washer PERMANENT PRESS KNITS DELICATES Check under washer lid for mode number Using the bleach dispenser For Models AL5143 and AL6245 only First load washer Carefully pour measured bleach into dispenser Do Not use the dispenser as a measuring device Do Not let bleach touch clothes Start the washer Bleach will be diluted during the wash cycle Cleaning lint filter For Model AL5143 only Clean lint filter after every load Lift up agitator barrel Wash or wipe the filter clean located in bottom of the agitator barrel The filter is not removable Snap the agitator barrel back into place Self cleaning lint filter For Model AL6245 only The lint filter in your washer cleans itsel
7. 10 weather Hazardous fumes can form Launay ee a 1 Do Not tamper with controls Do Not machine wash glass fiber mis ang Yes om You are responsible for making materials Small particles can Stain removal guide ae 10 sure that your washer is installed stick to fabrics washed in Before you call for service 11 repaired and parts replaced by a following loads and cause skin qualified person irritation Warranty 12 Do Not add gasoline dry cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water The substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode Do Not use or store dry cleaning solvents kerosene or other flammable or explosive substances in or near your washer These substances give off vapors that can create a fire hazard or explosion Save these instructions Page 2 as Before you wash Turn all pockets inside out and empty Turn down cuffs Brush away lint and dirt Close zippers snaps and hooks and remove pins buckles and other hard objects to prevent scratching laundry basket agitator or snagging other items Remove unwashable trim and omaments Tie strings and sashes to prevent tangling Mend tears loose hems and seams Treat spots and stains Pre soak if necessary Using your washer Water level selector ee ee C U Temperature selector Agitator The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your washer model They
8. are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book Your model may not include all the features shown A Sort the load Sort items by lint givers chenille bath towels and lint takers corduroy permanent press and synthetics Sort by fabric and construction cottons knits and delicate items Sort by color white colorfast and non colorfast Sort by amount of soil heavy normal and light Cycle control Wiese knob B Load the washer For specific loading recommendations see Page 7 Drop items in loosely and evenly For best cleaning and wrinkle free results items should move freely in wash water Permanent press and synthetic knits should have more room to move in the water than towels jeans etc Laundry Tip Do Not overload washer Overloading or packing can cause poor cleaning increased wrinkling excessive lint and can wear out items faster Set water level at LARGE or EX LARGE for the best permanent press results Model and serial number plate under lid i Bleach dispenser not available on AL4132 and AX5133 Tub Lint filter not shown not available on AL4132V C Select water level and load size Set water level selector knob to the level that describes the size of your load EX SMALL or SMALL for a few items EX LARGE or LARGE for full load See Pages 5 6 for specific information To change water level after the washer
9. company for the most energy efficient times s Use hot water only when washing whites or heavy or greasy soils a Use cold water for washing light soils s Use cold rinses a Adjust the water level when washing medium or small loads a Avoid rewashing by pretreating stains or heavy soils properly sorting clothes using enough detergent not overloading using proper cycles and wash times Le S s Important Safety Instructions Contents Page No Product Registration 1 AWARNING Energy saving tips 1 Important Safety Instructions 2 Reduce risk of fire electrical shock or personal injury when using your Before you wash 2 washer by following basic precautions including the following Using your washer Read all instructions before using If hot water has not been used Sort the load Load the washer 3 your washer recently usually 2 weeks or Select water level and load size 3 Do Not wash items cleaned in longer hydrogen gases may build Select water temperature 3 washed in soaked in or spotted up in the water heater and the hot Select cycle and wash time 4 with gasoline dry cleaning water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS 1o a z aa solvents paint wax or other EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury or fcc Sin F 4 flammable or explosive substances damage before using your Normal operations 4 in the washer The fumes can washer turn on all hot water create a fire or explosion Always faucets and allow
10. f by draining lint away with the wash and rinse water Remove any lint collected in the tub drain or strainer Page 5 Using special model features continued mae ay Load sizes and water levels Set water level selector to the level that describes the size of your load SMALL MEDIUM or EX LARGE NATER I EVE Load sizes and water levels Set water level selector anywhere on or between EX SMALL a few small items and EX LARGE a full load Page 6 REGULAR AX5133 Super Capacity Single Speed Washer PERMANENT PRESS Check under washer lid for model number How to add bleach Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load and detergent Dilute measured bleach in 1 quart 1L of water Pour bleach around agitator Do Not pour directly on load TEMPERATURE AX6245 Super Capacity Two Speed Washer Self cleaning lint filter The lint filter in your washer cleans itself by draining lint away with the wash and rinse water Remove any lint collected in the tub drain or strainer PERMANENT PRESS Check under washer lid for model number Using the bleach dispenser First load washer Carefully pour measured bleach into dispenser Do Not use the dispenser as a measuring device Do Not let bleach touch clothes Start the washer Bleach will dilute during the wash cycle Self cleaning lint filter The lint filter in your washer cleans itself by draining lint away with the wash and ri
11. has started to fill turn selector knob to RESET and then to desired water level D Select water temperature The top temperature on the temperature selector is the wash selection the bottom temperature is the rinse Set water temperature level according to fabric label or the amount of soil to be washed Page 3 CIRAN Using your washer continued Laundry Tip For best cleaning results use Hot wash water for normally soiled permanent press and synthetic items white and colorfast cottons heavy soils and diapers Warm wash water for permanent press and knits dark or non colorfast colors washable woolens moderate soil Cold wash water for lightly soiled fabrics some non colorfast colors Dry detergents can spot fade wet laundry Dissolve detergent in one quart 1L of warm water before adding it to the washer or use a liquid detergent E Select cycle and wash time Push in cycle control knob and turn it clockwise Stop when the indicator on the knob s outer ring points to the wash cycle you want The number tells the minutes of wash agitation time Use longer wash times for heavily soiled clothes NOTE Your model may not include all the following cycles See pages 5 and 6 for specific model information Extra Wash 4 min Wash heavily soiled loads Use double the amount of detergent recommended Regular Heavy Soil 14 min Wash sturdily constructed fabrics i e cott
12. in to force the stain off the fabric instead of through it Use meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks for easier removal of some protein stains a Use dry cleaning solvents in a well ventilated room For specific stain removal recommendations ask your Cooperative Extension Service Office or consult a public utility home economist Before you call for service If you are having an operating problem check this chart to see what might be the cause before you call for assistance Operating problem Check if What to do Washer will not fill Washer does not spin Power cord is plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage Fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Check if time delay fuse has been used Both hot and cold water faucets are open Water supply hoses are kinked Cycle control knob is set and pulled out Lid is closed Power cord is plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage Fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Check if time delay fuse has been used Firmly plug power cord into electrical outlet Check circuit voltage at fuse circuit breaker box Replace fuse with a time delay fuse of the correct capacity Reset circuit breaker Open both faucets Straighten hoses Set cycle control knob and pull out firmly Close lid firmly Firmly plug power cord into electrical outlet Check circuit voltage at fuse circuit breaker box Replace fuse with a time
13. ne bleach is properly used Follow chlorine bleach directions oles Stiff harsh Sharp articles are removed fasteners are fastened Rips broken threads and tears not mended before washing Spin is too slow or too short Remove sharp objects fasten hooks and eyes zippers and snaps turn synthetic fabrics inside out before washing Mend fabric before washing Use cycle setting with longer spin higher speed Load carefully so an fabrics usually cottons Twisting or Water is too hard for soap or detergent used Cottons are line dried off balance load doesn t occur Use proper amount of detergent for water hardness Dry cottons in dryer Load too big for washer capacity Use proper load and water level tangling or water level Items are improperly loaded Do Not wrap items around the agitator Do Not slip straps over agitator Wrinkling Load is too big for washer Drop items in loosely Do Not pack clothes tightly into basket capacity or water level Wash smaller loads of synthetic and permanent press items Setting is for warm rinse or high Use Permanent Press cycle speed spin Use cold rinses and low speed spins on permanent press items Setting allows for cool down time Use Permanent Press cycle This cycle includes a cool down of the wash water before the spin Load has been left in washer or Unload washer or laundry basket immediately laundry basket for extended time NOTE Since permanen
14. nse water Remove any lint collected in the tub drain or strainer Laundry load guide Load Super Capacity Washer for the following full size loads use EX LARGE setting Mixed Load Heavy Work Clothes Towels Permanent Press Knits Delicates 3 double sheets 3 pair pants 10 bath towels 2 double or 1 king size 3 slacks 3 camisoles 4 pillowcases 3 shirts 10 hand towels sheet 3 blouses 1 quilted robe 8 T shirts 4 pair jeans 14 wash cloths 1 tablecloth 6 shirts 4 slips 6 pair shorts 1 coverall 1 bath mat 1 dress 4 tops 4 panties 2 shirts 1 overall 1 blouse 4 dresses 2 bras 2 blouses 2 slacks 2 nighties 8 handkerchiefs 3 shirts 1 baby s dress 2 pillowcases Large Capacity Washer for the following full size loads use LARGE setting Mixed Load Heavy Work Clothes Towels Permanent Press Knits Delicates 2 double or 2 pair pants 8 bath towels 1 double sheet 2 slacks 2 camisoles 1 king size sheet 3 shirts 8 hand towels 1 tablecloth 2 blouses 4 slips 4 pillowcases 3 pair jeans 10 wash cloths 1 dress 4 shirts 2 panties 6 T shirts 1 coverall 1 bath mat 1 blouse 4 tops 2 bras 6 pair shorts 2 slacks 2 dresses 2 nighties 2 shirts 3 shirts 2 blouses 2 pillowcases 6 handkerchiefs Caring for your washer C Before leaving on To use washer again vacation 1 Flush water pipes and hoses 1 Shut off both water faucets to take 2 Reconnect water inlet hoses pressure off water inlet valve and according to Installation Instr
15. on or heavily soiled items Regular Normal Soil 10 or 6 min Wash moderately soiled fabrics Permanent Press 10 or 8 min Wash moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics Cool down rinse helps to keep fabric from wrinkling Permanent Press 6 or 4min Wash lightly soiled permanent press or some synthetic fabrics Cool down rinse helps keep fabrics from wrinkling Knits Delicates 8 min Gently wash moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits Knits Delicates 6 min Gently wash lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits Fabricare 6 min Quick wash for delicate items Wash nylon hose or panty hose in a net laundry bag Soak Cycle 20 or 14 min Use recommended amount of detergent or pre soak additive Make sure wash cycle always follows the soak cycle Page 4 ACAUTION To get maximum use satisfaction and longer washer life a Do Not soak fabrics for more than 2 hours in the washer with chlorine bleach in the washer with vinegar or other acids in the washer without detergent with hot water because it can set stains Use warm water for best results or store urine soaked clothes in the washer a Do Not leave wet laundry in the washer Do Not put sharp or heavy objects on or in the washer Check pockets for nuts bolts etc These objects may damage the washer F To start Pull cycle control knob out The washer will fill to the selected wa
16. products packaged water conditioners bluing ammonia or starch follow the package instructions Service or performance problems caused by the use of any product not manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation are the responsibility of the manufacturer of that product C Tints and dyes ACAUTION Washer parts such as agitator washer lid etc may be permanently stained by the dye color Page 10 Follow package directions for tints and dyes then when you are finished 1 Put chlorine bleach and detergent in the washer 2 Run through a complete cycle using hot water 3 Repeat if staining occurs on following loads D Stain removal guide AWARNING Fire Hazard Never put dry cleaning solvents or fluids directly into your washer Never put items treated with solvents in your washer until they have been completely rinsed and air dried The fumes from these solvents can create a fire or explosion Treat stains when they are fresh Old or set stains may not come out Before treating check type of stain fabric label and how colorfast it is how old the stain is a Use cold or warm water first Hot water can set some stains Use bleach that is safe for fabric Dilute chlorine bleach Test stain remover products on inside seam or hidden corner of item to check colorfastness Put stained area face down on paper towel or white cloth Apply stain remover to back of sta
17. t press finishes may vary items labeled Permanent Press may require touch up ironing Yellow Body oils may have stained fabric Make sure water is hot at least 130 F 54 C areas usually found on the middle Increase the amount of detergent of pillowcases and sheets underarms of cotton clothing Page 9 a Laundry tips A Water hardness Many poor washing results can be traced to wash water hardness To check your water hardness Ask your city water company or Cooperative Extension Service Office for well water for the mineral content in grains per gallon or parts per million If your water is 9 or more grains per gallon or more than 153 parts per million consider installing a water softener use more detergent use a packaged non precipitating water conditioner Do Not use soap B Laundry products Laundry Tip a Do Not use oxygen bleach in the bleach dispenser Clogging can occur Always dilute fabric softeners with 1 2 to 1 cup 125 to 250 mL warm water Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics Use fabric softeners only in deep rinse Do Not mix fabric softeners with other laundry products Too much fabric softener can make some items non absorbent like diapers and towels If this happens use less fabric softener or don t use it every time For best results when using soap detergent chlorine or oxygen bleach fabric softeners pretreatment or enzyme laundry
18. ter level and water temperature After filling the washer will agitate for a selected number of minutes The washer will pause briefly throughout each cycle This allows for the reversing of the motor normal washer operation and cool down G To stop at any time Push the cycle control knob in To restart pull the cycle control knob out H Rinse and spin OFF g PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR NORMAL SOIL 5 HEAVY SOIL 13 FABRICARE Complete rinsing of fabrics washed with extra detergent may require an extra rinse and spin To set for extra rinse and spin 1 Push cycle control knob in 2 Turn knob clockwise to any dot on the dial see arrows in drawing 3 Pull cycle control knob out The washer will fill to selected level agitate drain and spin Normal operations You can expect the following when your washer is operating Water spraying during the spin sections of some cycles Water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with rinsing Pausing The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle to allow for the reversing of the motor normal washer operation and the cool down portion of the Permanent Press cycle When the washer pauses you will hear no operating sounds Using special model features Ma l 7 WATER LEVEL WATER LEVEL WATER LEVEL Load sizes and water levels AL4132 Set water level selector to the level that describes the size of your load SMALL or LARGE AL5143 Set
19. uctions hoses 3 Open both water faucets _ 2 Unplug power cord and tum off 4 Plug power cord into electrical outlet electric power supply 5 Clean out antifreeze by adding one i cup of detergent to basket and D To protect your washer running washer through a complete A After washing from freezing ER Wipe the outside and inside of the Install and store your washer where it washer dry with a soft dry cloth won t freeze Because some water stays Leave washer lid open until basket is in the washer freezing can damage it If dry Wipe up all spills to avoid dulling your washer is stored or moved during or damaging the finish freezing weather winterize it 1 Shut off both water faucets 2 Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses 3 Put a quart of R V type antifreeze in the washer basket 4 Push cycle control knob in Turn knob clockwise to just beyond any dot on the dial 5 Pull knob out and allow washer to run for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and water 6 Unplug power cord and turn off electric power supply 7 Store where washer will not freeze B When not washing Shut off both water faucets to take pressure off water inlet valve and hoses Page 7 Common washing problems Problem Check if What to do Dye transfer Load is properly sorted Load has been left in washer for extended time dingy colors Greasy spots Lint Load too wet after spin Overall yellow bro
20. 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 franchised Roper distributor or military exchange HOW TO GET SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE If you need service first see the Before You Call For Service section of this book If you still need service after checking this section additional help can be found if you s Contact your selling dealer for the authorized servicer in your area OR Phone 1 800 44 ROPER 1 800 447 6737 between 8 00 a m and 4 30 p m Eastern Time Monday through Friday OR For further information write to Consumer Relations Dept Roper Brand Appliances 2000 M 63 North Benton Harbor MI 49022 When requesting assistance please provide the model and serial numbers date of purchase and a complete description of the problem The model and serial numbers are located under washer lid see illustration on page 3 If you are not satisfied with the service received 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 Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer or Roper Brand Appliance warrantor have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 MACAP will
21. water to run for Heme Coe med faites hand wash and air dry fabrics several minutes This will allow Singlespeed ne Spend i 5 containing these materials gases to escape Do Not smoke or AL5143 Large Capacity Do Not allow children to play on or use any open flame near the Single Speed Washer 5 inside the washer Close faucet while it is open AL6245 Large Capacity ing A A Two Speed Washer 5 supervision of children is The washer must be electrically AX5133 Super Capacity necessary when the washer is used grounded See Installation Single Speed Washer 6 near them Instructions AX6245 Super Capacity Before the washer is removed from Store detergent and laundry Two Speed Washer 6 service or discarded remove the lid products in a cool dry place out of Laundry load guide 7 to prevent accidental entrapment children s reach A locked cabinet Do Not reach into the washer until is recommended Caring for your washer all motion stops If the lid is Read and follow instructions on teed washing 7 opened while the basket is detergent and laundry packages Batore leaving a aan o OE 7 spinning the basket will Pay special attention to warnings To protect your washer from freezing _ 7 automatically stop in a few and precautions seconds Do Not use chlorine bleach in the Common washing problem ______ _ 8 9 Do Not install or store washer same wash as ammonia vinegar Laundry tips where it will be exposed to the rust remover or other acids Water hardness
22. wn or yellow stains Page 8 Separate colorfast from non colorfast items Avoid light colored items from contacting non colorfast items Unload washer immediately Load is properly sorted Enough detergent is used Water is hot enough Water is too hard for soap or detergent used Separate white colored and non colorfast items Increase amount of detergent Hot water should be at least 130 F 54 C Use liquid detergent in increased amounts for water hardness and amount of soil Use a non precipitating water conditioner in the wash and deep rinse Install a mechanical water softener Undiluted fabric softener touches fabric Fabric softener added to wash water Enough detergent is used Lint filter is clogged Load is properly sorted Load is too big for capacity or water level Paper or tissue is in pocket Enough detergent is used Pilling is being mistaken for lint Dilute fabric softeners with 1 2 to 1 cup 125 to 250 ml warm water Add fabric softener only in deep rinse Use enough detergent to hold soil so it drains away with wash water Treat spots with heavy duty liquid detergent Wash in warm or hot water with extra detergent Wash more than once Do Not dry between washings Remove deposits by running a complete cycle using hot water 2 cups 500 ml of detergent and 1 cup 250 ml of chlorine bleach Clean lint filter after each use Separate lint givers towels from lint
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