KitchenAid KAWL517B User's Manual
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1. 4 S KitchenAid FOR THE WAY IT S MADE 1 800 422 1230 Cail with questions or comments KITCHENAID Washers Models KAWL510B KAWL517B Iq i Note to You Thank you Thank you for buying a KITCHENAID home appliance This world class product is the result of years of engineering experience To ensure reliable trouble free operation please read and follow this Use and Care Guide In it you will find valuable information to help you safely operate and maintain your appliance Also please complete and mail your Product Registration Card Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety symbols and statements Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol AWARNING A CAUTION This symbol will help alert you to such This symbol will help you avoid actions dangers as personal injury burns fire which could cause product damage and electrical shock scratches dents etc and damage to your personal property Our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 is toll free 24 hours a day If you have a question concerning your home appliance s operation or if you need service call our toll free Consumer Assistance Center telephone number for help When calling you will need to know your appliance s complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and2. Laundry Tips EZ Solving laundering problems Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause Check the following list for problems you may have and possible causes If you need additional help check the Assistance or Service section of this book PROBLEM CAUSE Brown yellow e Chlorine staining stains Iron in water heater or pipes iron and manganese in water Dye transfer Improper sorting e Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle Gray whites Improper sorting dingy colors Water temperature too low Not enough detergent Using soap in very hard water use detergent if you have hard water Greasy looking Undiluted fabric softener or fabric softener poured directly on load spots e Fabric softener in wash water Not enough detergent Lint Improper sorting Paper or tissue in pockets Pilling being mistaken for lint Overloading Not enough detergent Load too wet Cold rinses after spin Lid is opened before spinning is completed e Fabric type some knits stretch during manufacturing laundering returns fabric to original size Care label directions not followed Snags rips holes Items damaged before washing Misuse of chlorine bleach Sharp articles not removed from pockets Overloading Fasteners not fastened Stiff rough fabrics Using soap in very hard water use detergent if you have hard water usually cottons Not enough
3. Replacement parts for the washer outer tub should it fail to contain water due to defects in materials or workmanship KITCHENAID WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the washer 2 Instruct you how to use the washer 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring 4 Correct house plumbing Repairs when washer is used in other than normal home use Damage resulting from acci dent alteration misuse abuse improper installation or installa tion not in accordance with local electrical or plumbing codes Any labor costs during the limited warranties Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY 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 If you need service first see the Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center 1 800 422 1230 from anywhere i
4. detergent e Line drying Twisting tangling Overloading Improper loading do not wrap large items around agitator Overloading Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle Improper rinse temperature Cycle selection is incorrect based on fabric type Yellow areas Water temperature too low from body oils Not enough detergent 23 Aon Ax c Laundry Tips Saving energy Use warm or cold wash water for most Avoid rewashing Use enough detergent loads Use hot water only when washing pretreat stains or heavy soils do not heavy greasy soils or whites overload use the cycles and wash times e Wash full loads recommended for the fabric and soil sort properly Use your washer during off peak hours usually early morning and late evening Ask your power company Use cold rinses Use lower water levels when washing small loads Caring for your washer Wipe up detergent bleach and other spills with a soft damp cloth or sponge as they occur Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe f the washer interior needs cleaning for example after tinting or dyeing put 1 cup 250 mL of chlorine bleach and 2 cups 500 mL of detergent in the washer Run through a complete cycle using hot water if staining occurs on following loads repeat the process Sharp or metal
5. objects can damage your washer Check pockets for pins clips money bolts nuts etc Do not lay these objects on your washer after emptying pockets NOTE Operate your washer only when you are at home 24 Laundry Tips BZ Care during periods of non use Winter storage or moving care To use the washer again Install and store your washer where it will not freeze Because some water stays in the washer freezing can damage it If your washer is stored or moved during freezing weather winterize it 1 Shut off both water faucets Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses 2 Put 1 quart 1 L of R V type antifreeze in the basket 3 Run washer on a drain and spin setting see page 9 for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze with any water that may be left in the washer 4 Unplug power supply cord 1 Reconnect water inlet hoses a amp o Mw Flush water pipes and hoses Turn on both water faucets Reconnect power supply cord Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup 250 mL of detergent to clean out antifreeze Non use vacation care 1 2 Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power Turn off water supply leading to your washer This will help avoid accidental flooding while you are away for example due to a water pressure surge 25 f You Need Assistance or Service 1 Before calling for assistance Is your water turned on we Is t
6. serial number plate see diagram on page 4 Record these numbers and purchase information below You will need this information if you require service Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference NOTE You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in warranty service Model Number Builder Dealer Name Serial Number Address Date Installed Phone Understanding Washer Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING Read all instructions before using your washer Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned washed soaked in or spotted with wax paint gasoline oil or other flammable fluids The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials Flammable fluids dry cleaning sol vents kerosene gasoline etc should not be used or stored in or near your washer Do not add flammable fluids to your wash water These substances give off vapors that can create a fire hazard or explosion Do not allow children to operate play with or crawl on or inside your washer Supervise children closely when your washer is used near them Before your washer is removed from service or discarded remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment After starting a cycle do not reach into the basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is pushed in and all motion stops Do not tamper with the controls Under
7. 12 stains may form If stains form remove by Add diluted fabric softener only in the final wetting the stain and rubbing with liquid rinse detergent or a bar of soap Rewash the Always dilute fabric softeners with stained item Ya to 1 cup 125 to 250 mL warm water e Too much fabric softener can make some Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics items diapers and towels nonabsorbent If this happens use less fabric softener or do not use it every time Washing special care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions Always follow label directions when they are available General washing instructions for some special washables are included in this section Pretreat spots and stains Select water temperature cycle and time according to the type of blanket being washed Two rinses may be necessary If manufacturer recommends machine washing 1 Measure blanket before washing 2 Add mild detergent to washer Fill and agitate briefly to dissolve detergent 3 Stop washer Load blanket evenly around agitator Soak 10 to 15 minutes 4 Set Cycle Control Knob to Drain and Spin Start washer Spin 1 to 2 minutes 5 Fill washer for final rinse Stop washer Allow to soak 6 Set Cycle Control Knob to Drain and Spin Start washer Allow washer to finish cycle 7 Lay blanket on flat surface and block by gently stretching to original measuremen
8. a RINSE USEFOR cowwws HOT 130 F 54 C or above WARM 90 110 F 32 44 C COLD 70 90 F 21 32 C 18 Heavy soils Work clothes e Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels e Diapers e Light and moderate soils Dark or noncolorfast colors Moderately soiled perma nent press Nylons polyesters acrylics silks woolens Knits and delicate fabrics Prewash soak Very lightly soiled items Moderately soiled items if extra detergent is added e Extra sensitive colors noncolorfast Rinsing for all fabrics Gives best cleaning for heavy soils Removes oils perspiration greasy soils and stains e Prevents graying and yellowing e Safe for most fabric finishes Less fading and dye bleeding Reduces wrinkling e Saves hot water Less effective cleaning than hot or warm water Use longest wash time in cycle selected Use liquid detergent or dissolve powdered detergent in warm water before adding to cold wash water Pretreat spots stains and heavy or greasy soils To check your hot water temperature with a candy or cooking thermometer 1 Fill a pan with the hottest water available from the faucet that will fill your washer 2 Place a candy or cooking thermometer in water to check the temperature If you do not have a faucet at your wash site collect water from the faucet closest to your washer NOTE In wash water temperatu
9. akers Dishwashers Trash Compactors Hot Water Dispensers Food Waste Disposers Built in Ovens Ranges amp Cooktops Microwave Ovens Washers amp Dryers Mixers amp Blenders For more information on these appliances or the one you have purchased call our toll free Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 27 LENGTH OF WARRANTY KitchenAid Washer Warranty KITCHENAID WILL PAY FOR ONE YEAR FULL Replacement parts and repair labor WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SECOND YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SECOND costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized KitchenAid servicing outlet Replacement parts to correct defects in materials or workmanship Replacement parts for the cabinet THROUGH FIFTH assembly should it rust through due YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SECOND THROUGH TENTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE to defects in materials or workman ship For all models with two or three speed motors includes ali models except the KAWL410B and the KAWE470B replacement parts for the motor to correct defects in materials or workmanship For solid state touch control models replacement parts for the solid state controls if defective in materials or workmanship Replacement parts for any part of the gearcase assembly to correct defects in materials or workmanship
10. all fabric bleach may be used on all types of fabrics Do not use all fabric bleach in the bleach dispenser because it may clog Chlorine bleach Use your bleach dispenser See page 11 Follow directions on care labels Do not use chlorine bleach on wool silk spandex acetates or some flame retardant fabrics When soaking with chlorine bleach add detergent to soak water NOTE Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches The damage appears as rips holes tears or color loss and may not show up until several washings later 20 Detergent Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems Follow manufacturer s directions Measure accurately especially when using ultra detergents Package directions are usually based on moderate water hardness 4 6 grains lightly soiled items normal mix loads Use more detergent for hard water cooler wash water full loads heavily soiled items Do not judge the amount of detergent to use by the amount of suds in the machine Low sudsing detergents do not create as many suds as normal sudsing detergents f the recommended amount of normal sudsing detergent creates too many suds or suds are present in the rinse water try a low sudsing detergent Laundry Tips Fabric softeners Fabric softeners should not be mixed with Use your fabric softener dispenser other laundry products because greasy See page
11. asured detergent Then place a NOTE If your washer has a Consumer Buy sorted load in the washer before starting Guide remove it and place it in your Use See page 13 for additional Before you and Care Guide wash information Starting or stopping your washer Starting your washer 1 Select a load size and water temperature 2 Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise Stop when the indicator on the knob s outer ring points to the setting in the wash cycle you want The settings indicate soil level 3 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob Cycles may vary with model Operating Your Washer Stopping and restarting your washer To stop the washer at any time push in the Cycle Control Knob To restart the washer close the lid if necessary and pull out the Cycle Control Knob Selecting a load size Position the Load Size Selector at the setting that corresponds to the size load you want to wash Select a load size based on the size of load and the fabric you are washing See page 14 for additional loading information To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill move the Selector to the desired new setting NOTE If you select the largest load size the washer fills to the highest water level near the top of the basket not to the top of the agitator Items should move freely in the washer Do not overload the machine or select a load size that is too small for t
12. ed with vegetable or cooking oil These items may contain some oil after laundering Due to the remaining oil the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself e Unplug power supply cord before attempting to service your washer Do not machine wash fiberglass materials Small particles can stick to the fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Getting fo Know Your Washer The parts and features of your washer are illustrated in this section Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer NOTE 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 Temperature selector Cycle control knob Water level selector Fabric softener Model and serial ispenser number plate under lid Ager Liquid bleach dispenser i o MM Basket ees Tub Self clean lint filter inside agitator Operating Your Washer This section tells you how to operate your washer Operating your washer properly enables you to obtain the best possible results IN THIS SECTION Before starting your washer Selecting a cycle and setting Starting or stopping your washer 5 Using rinse and spin Selecting a load size Using drain and spin Selecting wash rinse What happens in each cycle temperatures Before starting your washer Add me
13. er or a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Work liquid detergent and a few drops of vinegar into stain Rinse If stain re mains 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 perspi ration has changed the color of the fabric use one of the following treat ments 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 ul 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 17 Laundry Tips Water usage guide Water temperature was
14. ewash soil and stain re mover 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 3 How old the stain is Washing and drying can set some stains e Start with cold or warm water Hot water can set some stains When bleach is recommended use a bleach that is safe for the fabric Dilute chlorine bleach Test stain removers on an inside seam or hidden corner of the item to see if the color is removed Put the stained area face down on a paper towel or white cloth Apply the stain remover to the back of the stain This can force the stain off the fabric instead of through it Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help break down some protein stains so they are easier to remove continued on next page 15 Laundry Tips 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 ammonia 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 Use pretreatment stain rem
15. he power cord firmly plugged in gt Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker Cw If you need more help check the chart below Cw PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING mi is the power cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage Washer does not spin Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Has a time delay fuse been used Are both hot and cold water faucets open Are the water supply hoses kinked Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out is the lid closed Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Has a time delay fuse been used Washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle These pauses are normal Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Has a time delay fuse been used Washer fills and drains Is the Cycle Control Knob pointing to a cycle setting without running Washer drains during Adjust the drain hose so that it is higher than the water level in the wash and rinse cycles washer Washer stops during a cycle 26 2 If you need assistance Cali KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center 1 800 422 1230 One of our trained consultants can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service i
16. he wash load Use a large load size setting for best results with permanent press clothes Reduce wash time when using a small load size setting Loads with only a few small items need less wash time Selecting wash rinse temperatures Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed The top temperature is the wash water and the bottom temperature is the rinse water See the Water usage guide on page 18 for more information Operating Your Washer MAAE Selecting a cycle and setting You will find information you need to help you make correct cycle selections in this section Pages 7 9 Use the information on these pages to guide you when selecting a wash cycle and time Page 10 Use this page to help you understand what happens during a wash cycle Regular Heavy cycle The Regular Heavy cycle features high spin speeds designed to shorten drying time Use HEAVY to clean large loads of sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled Use NORMAL to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are moder ately soiled Use LIGHT to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are lightly soiled Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features a cool down rinse and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling Use NORMAL to clean permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled U
17. ins Staining can occur Flush dispenser periodically with warm water To remove the dispenser grasp the top of the dispenser with both hands Squeeze and push upward with thumbs to remove Clean dispenser by holding under water faucet Replace after cleaning NOTE Do not wash clothes with this dispenser removed Do not add detergent or bleach to dispenser The dispenser is for fabric softener use only About your lint filler Your washer has a self cleaning lint filter requires no cleaning by you The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself During agitation wash and rinse water pass 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 7 spin part of the cycle Self cleaning If your washer drains into a tub remove lint filter interior any lint collected in the tub or strainer 12 J aundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques gives you additional washing information and discusses solutions to common laundering problems IN THIS SECTION Before you wash Removing stains Water usage guide Using laundry aids Washing special care items Before you wash Preparing clothes for washing Close zippers snaps and hooks to avoid snagging other items Remove pins buckles and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior Remove unwashable trim and ornaments Empty
18. ion Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch However this means that knits are more likely 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 1 Close zippers fasten hooks and eyes to prevent snagging 2 Wash small loads to reduce pilling and lint Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they are dryer dried Add detergent then partially fill washer with water agitate until detergent is dissolved Place two pillows on opposite sides of the agitator to balance the load Allow washer to fill completely and continue through the cycle 4 Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item s being washed Treat as delicate items Wash in warm water Wash small 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 Snowsuits jackets Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt Wash more than one small rug at a time If you wash only one rug add bath towels to balance the load A larger rug should be distributed around the agitator to balance the load Wash only one or two items at a time Load evenly around the agitator Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item s being washed Two rinses may be necessary
19. ke up not by their weight Mix large and small items in each load Load evenly to maintain washer balance An off AN balance load can make the N y machine vibrate during spin N To reduce wrinkling perma nent press and synthetic knits should have more room to move in the water than heavy items towels jeans For these suggested full sized loads use the highest load size setting LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Towels Clothes 8 bath towels 2 pair pants 8 hand towels 3 shirts 10 wash cloths 3 pair jeans 1 bathmat 1 coverall Knits 2 slacks 2 blouses 4 shirts 4 tops 2 dresses Delicates 2 camisoles 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties 14 Permanent Press 1 double sheet 1 tablecloth 1 dress 1 blouse 2 slacks 3 shirts 2 pillowcases Mixed Load 2 double or 1 king size sheet 4 pillowcases 6 T shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 6 handkerchiefs 7 VU Laundry Tips 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 Prewashing or soaking Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry Hot water can set stains Stain removal rules Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh Old or set stains may not come out Follow package directions for pretreat ment prod
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21. over Follow label directions Wash in hottest water safe for fabric Use talcum powder to absorb 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 Fat grease or oil Fruit stains 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 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 Grass or green vegetables 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 Ink or ballpoint pen ink Colored or noncolorfast items Apply lemon juice and salt Place in the s
22. pockets and turn them inside out e Turn down cuffs and brush away lint and dirt Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle Mend tears loose hems and seams Treat spots and stains See pages 15 17 for pretreatment and stain removal information Stained or wet garments should be washed promptly for best results Solving laundering problems Saving energy Caring for your washer Care during periods of non use Sorting Separate heavily soiled items from lightly q soiled ones even if they would normally be washed together d Separate lint givers towels chenille from lint takers ad corduroy synthetics perma nent press When possible turn lint givers inside out Separate dark from light colors colorfast from noncolorfast Sort by fabric and construction sturdy cottons knits delicate items 13 Laundry Tips Loading Drop items into washer loosely Fill to the top of the basket but do not pack or wrap items around the A agitator Items should move easily through wash water for I best cleaning and wrinkle free results Watch for rollover Items should sink and reappear later Load washer properly Overloading or packing can cause poor cleaning increase wrinkling create excessive lint wear out items faster because of pilling Loading suggestions Load by the amount of space items ta
23. res colder than 70 F 21 C Detergents do not dissolve well Soils are difficult to remove Some fabrics will retain wear wrinkles and may have increased pilling Water hardness Many poor washing results can be traced to wash water hardness To check your water hardness City water ask your city water company Well water call your Cooperative Extension Service Ask 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 water conditioner Do not use soap Laundry Tips BZ 19 E Laundry Tips Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids See Removing Stains on pages 15 17 for more information A WARNING Fire or Explosion Hazard Store flammable solvents or liquids away from your washer Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should not be put directly into your washer tems treated with solvents should be rinsed and air dried before washing in your washer The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion Personal Injury Hazard Never use chlorine bleach with ammo nia or acids Hazardous fumes can form Keep stain removal products out of the reach of children preferably in a locked cabinet All fabric bleach Powdered or liquid
24. s neces sary recommend a qualified service company in your area f you prefer write to Consumer Assistance Center KitchenAid P O Box 558 St Joseph MI 49085 0558 3 If you need service Call your dealer or the repair service he recommends All service should be handled locally by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized KitchenAid servicer e If you are unable to obtain the name of a local authorized KitchenAid servicer call our Consumer Assistance Center tele phone number see Step 2 It You Need Assistance or Service HZ 4 If you are not satisfied with the action taken 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 and KitchenAid have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 MACAP will in turn inform us of your action When asking for help or service 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 Don t forget KitchenAid offers a full line of quality home appliances Built in Refrigerators Freestanding Refrigerators 50 Pound Ice M
25. se LIGHT to clean permanent press and some synthetics that are lightly soiled NOTE The washer pauses briefly during the Permanent press cycle wash cycle This is normal for washer operation Operating Your Washer Delicates cycle The Delicates cycle features a brief wash cycle Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling Use LIGHT to clean delicate items and washable knits that are lightly to moder ately soiled Delicates cycle Pre Wash cycle The Pre Wash cycle features a brief period of agitation and high spin speeds to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment Use warm water for prewashing stained laundry Hot water can set stains See pages 15 17 for stain removal information After the Pre Wash cycle ends add detergent and set a new wash cycle Pre wash cycle Extra Wash cycle Extra Wash automatically prewashes the laundry and advances into the Regular Heavy cycle The washer does not need to be reset after the Extra Wash cycle Use this cycle when washing heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal For proper cleaning use double the amount of detergent recommended for a wash cycle NOTE The machine pauses during Extra Extra wash cycle Wash This is normal for washer operation Operating Your Washer amp Using rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes or washing special care items you may want an extra rinse and
26. spin 1 Push the Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to RINSE as illustrated 2 Pull the Cycle Control Knob out 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 the Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to SPIN as illustrated 2 Pull the Cycle Control Knob out The washer drains then spins Operating Your Washer What happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is turned to a setting and pulled out the washer fills to the selected load size before agitation and timing start The washer will begin agitating immedi ately after filling agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down WASH es Fill Cw t Wash wy Wash agitation speed is reduced in the last few minutes of most cycles This provides better fabric care und or partial drain No oe For cool down the ied Press cycle partially drains filis agitates briefly and drains Es Spin wy 10 After agitation starts the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation Du x Other Features Your washer may have some of the following features Understanding the use of the features on your machine will help
27. standing your responsibilities Store detergent laundry aids and other materials in a cool dry place where children cannot reach them in a locked cabinet if possible Read and follow instructions on pack ages of detergent and laundry aids especially warnings and precautions Do not use chlorine bleach and ammo nia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover in the same wash Hazardous fumes can form To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your washer follow basic precautions including the following f your hot water has not been used recently usually 2 weeks or longer hydrogen gases may build up in your water heater and your hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLO SIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your washer turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes This will allow gases to escape Do not smoke or use any open flame near your faucet while it is open Please Have only a qualified person install repair or replace parts on washer Maintain washer properly Protect washer from the weather and keep it where the temperature will not fall below freezing e install and level washer on a floor that can support the weight Connect washer to the correct 3 prong outlet electrical supply water supply and drain Ground washer properly See the Installation Instructions Do not wash or dry items that are soil
28. t Woolens tend to shrink more the first time they are washed This is normal Blankets electric and woolen Curtains drapes slipcovers Wash small loads Crowding will cause wrinkling 1 Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt 2 Wash following manufacturer s instructions NOTE Sun damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether hand or machine washed Replace slipcovers while still slightly damp They will dry to fit tightly continued on next page 21 K PAE ZAR Sundry Tips Elastic spandex Pillows stuffed Plastic rubber When using chlorine bleach for soaking add detergent to load Avoid overuse of fabric softeners Absorbency will be reduced 1 Rinse immediately Soak in a solution of lukewarm water and a small amount of detergent until you are ready to wash them You may wish to use bleach or a special soaking product when soaking 2 Spin excess water from diapers before washing 3 Wash diapers as you would wash white cottons and linens Elastic picks up oil from the body Cil can damage elastic Wash often to help reduce the damage Use warm water and sufficient detergent to remove oils Flame retardant Items will be clearly labeled as flame retardant Follow clothing manufacturer s instructions to retain flame retardant qualities Fiberglass Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer Glass particles materials could stick to the next load and cause skin irritat
29. ucts Before treating any stain find out 1 What kind of stain it is 2 What kind of fabric it is and if it is colorfast Check label Stain removal guide Alcoholic beverage Crayon and candle wax Cream milk or ice cream STAIN TO REMOVE These stains turn 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 Blood 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 396 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 nonflam gum mable fabric cleaner Let dry Wash Chocolate or Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil coffee and stain remover Rinse Wash If stain remains apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak Rewash Scrape off excess with a dull knife Place fabric between two blotters or 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 Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or a pr
30. un 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 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 deter gent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak Rewash Lipstick 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 Meat juice Scrape off excess with a dull knife Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme egg presoak at least 30 minutes or treat stains with a nonflammable fabric cleaner Wash 16 Laundry Tips STAIN TO REMOVE 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 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 clean
31. you efficiently use your washer IN THIS SECTION Using the chlorine bleach Using the fabric softener dispenser dispenser About your lint filter Using the 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 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 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 the wash part of the Cycle NOTE Do not use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or all fabric bleach to your wash load The dispenser is for liquid chlorine bleach only 11 Using the fabric softener dispenser Dilute fabric softener with 1 Add detergent and load the basket eau io he croas b r 2 Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser 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 pouring well 4 Start the washer Diluted fabric softener will be added to the load during the first rinse NOTE Do not stop the washer before the final rinse beg
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