Whirlpool 3363834 Washer User Manual
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1. 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 18 REMOVING STAINS TO REMOVE 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 STAIN Meat juice egg Wash in hottest water safe for fabric If stain remains soak in warm water and a colour 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 Rinse in warm water to flush out paint Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner Rinse Wash Oil base Scrape off fresh2. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area contact the dealer from whom you purchased the washer or an autho rized Whirlpool service company Gearcase assembly a covered by your 1 warranty Warranty By GENTECH Limited GENTECH warrants to the original purchaser for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase that the article identified by the serial label plate is free of defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service subject to the provisions of clauses 1 to 13 herein below 1 1 At any time within the warranty period GENTECH will cause to be replaced or repaired any part found by GENTECH to be defective 1 2 GENTECH shall have an unfettered discretion to have a part parts repaired as opposed to having same replaced 2 In the event of a defect to an article requiring to be remedied in terms of this warranty provided the article is in a locality no further than 50 kilometres from a GENTECH branch or the nearest GENTECH designated repairer no charge in respect of travelling ex penses will be levied Outside the 50 kilometre radius the purchaser will be liable to GENTECH or the repairer for travelling time and travelling expenses in accordance with the prevailing rate of charges from time to time of GENTECH or its designated repairer whichever may be applicable such charges to be levied only as regards the excess kilometres travelled beyond the 50 kilometre radius the said charges to apply mutatis muta
3. 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 250 mL 1 cup of chlo with a soft damp cloth or rine bleach mixed with 500 mL 2 cups 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 LP 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 1L 1 quart of R V type antifreeze in 3 Turn on both water faucets the basket 4 Reconnect power supply cord 5 4 Run washer on a drain and spin setting Run the washer through a complete cycle see page 9 for about 30 second
4. When possible turn lint givers inside out e Separate dark colours from light colours colourfast items from noncolourfast 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 around the agitator Items 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 e Load by the amount of space items take up not by their weight e Mix large and small items in each load SN 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 LAUNDRY TIPS Loading suggestions For these suggested full sized loads set the Load Size Selector to the highest load size setting Heavy Wor
5. selected load size before agitation and timing start The washer begins agitating immediately after filling agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down After agita tion starts the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to an OFF area and the cycle ends WASH Fill wy 4 7 Wash selected time E H Draint No agitation yr tThe Permanent Press cycle partially drains fills agitates briefly and drains Ho S NOTE A Gentle Wash system helps protect your fabrics by reducing wash agitation speed during the last few minutes of wash agitation in the Regular and Permanent Press cycles _ The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation RINSE Fill yr a Rinse Je v Drain No agitation ss v ie Spin Spray rinse wy le Spin wy MAGIC CLEAN lint filter The lint filter at the bottom of the 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 MAGIC CLEAN Basket lint filter interior OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using the fabric softener dispenser 1 Add detergent and load clothes into the basket 2 Pour liquid fabric softener into the dis penser using the a
6. temperature you can check it easily You may need to raise the temperature of your water heater To check your hot water 1 Filla pan with the hottest water available from the faucet that fills your washer NOTE If you do not have a faucet at your washer site collect the water from the faucet closest to your washer 2 Place a candy thermometer or cooking thermometer in the water to check the temperature NOTE In wash water temperatures colder than 21 C 70 F detergents do not dissolve well Also soils may be difficult to remove and some fabrics may retain wear wrinkles and may have increased pilling 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 e 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 te
7. Do not machine wash fiberglass materials Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation 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 infor mation about the features Load size Temperature selector selector p 5 p 5 Extra Rinse optiont p 6 Cycle control knob pp 6 7 Fabric softener dispenser p 11 Agitator Model and serial number plate under lid Basket yy Tub MAGIC CLEAN lint filter bottom of washer basket p 10 tAvailable on some models On your Control Panel O means OFF 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 See page 13 e If desired you may also add colour safe bleach 2 OPTIONAL STEP Add measured fabric softener to the fabric softener d
8. the stain This kind of fabric it is and if the fabric is forces the stain off the fabric instead of colourfast Check the care label through it e Washing and drying can set some stains e Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help e Start with cold or warm water Hot water break down some protein stains so they can set some stains are easier to remove Stain removal guide STAIN TO REMOVE Alcoholic These stains turn brown with age so treat immediately Sponge or soak beverage fresh stains with cold water Wash If stain remains soak 15 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water liquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar Rinse Wash Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer Rinse Rub detergent into any remaining stains Rinse If stain remains put a few drops of 3 hydrogen peroxide on stain for three to five 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 Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash or coffee soil and stain remover Rinse Wash If stain remains apply a liquid deter gent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak Rewash Crayon and Scrape off excess with a dull knife Place fabric between two blotters or candle wax facial tissue Press with warm iron Remove colour stain with nonflam mable fabr
9. A Note to You Washer Safety Parts and Features Operating Your Washer Caring for Your Washer Laundry Tips Removing Stains Troubleshooting Requesting Assistance or Service Warranty TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS PART NO 3363834 A Note to You 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 informa tion about how to operate and maintain your washer properly and safely Please read it carefully Please record your model s information Whenever you call to request service on Model Number your appliance you need to know your complete model number and serial number Serial Number You can find this information on the model Purchase Date and serial number plate see diagram on page 4 for location of plate Dealer Name Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and your dealer s name address and telephone number Dealer Phone Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Dealer Address WARNING This appliance must be earthed WAARSKUWING Hierdie toestel moet geaard wees Washer Safety Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols Please pay special attention to these symbols a
10. RT NO 3363834 1995 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark of Whirlpool U S A
11. ater and your hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE 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 e Have only a qualified person install re pair or replace parts on washer e Maintain washer properly e 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 t e Connect washer to the correct 3 prong outlet electrical supply water supply and drain t e Ground washer properly t See the Installation Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Understanding your responsibilities e Store laundry aids and other materials in a cool dry place where children cannot reach them in a locked cabinet if possible e Read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laundry aids especially warnings and precautions e Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover in the same wash Hazardous fumes can form e Unplug power supply cord before attempt ing to service your washer e Do not wash or dry items that are soiled 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
12. h a paste made of colour 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 Grass or green vegetables Soak in warm or cold water with an enzyme presoak for at least 30 min utes or sponge with denatured alcohol Wash in water temperature and bleach safe for the fabric For coloured fabrics check colourfastness be fore applying alcohol For acetate sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner If stain remains bleach with 3 hydrogen peroxide Rinse Rewash ink or ballpoint pen ink Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol Sponge stain continuously until all bleeding stops Let dry Repeat if necessary Wash If stain remains bleach if safe for fabric India and other indelible inks are almost impossible to remove completely Coloured or noncolourfast items Apply lemon juice and salt Place in the sun to dry Rinse thoroughly Repeat if necessary White or colourfast 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 detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak Rewash
13. ic cleaner Hand wash until stain is gone If full load is crayon stained take to cleaners or coin operated dry cleaning machine Cream Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or a prewash soil and stain milk or remover Rinse Wash Repeat if necessary If stain remains apply a few ice cream 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 17 REMOVING STAINS TO REMOVE 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 ammonia and colour safe bleach Let stand for 30 minutes Wash in hottest water safe for fabric Deodorants and anti perspirants Fat grease or oil 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 remover Follow label directions Wash in hottest 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 Fruit stains Fresh stains Soak immediately in cool water Wash If stain remains cover area wit
14. ining e Iron in water heater or pipes iron and manganese in water e 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 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 e 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 e 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 e Overloading leave more room for permanent press and knits Load not immediately removed from washer after cycle e Warm rinse water Cycle selection incorrect e Water temperature too low e Not enough detergent TROUBLESHOOTING Common washer problems Before calling for service check these ii Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage WY yr Have you blown a household fuse or tri
15. ispenser See page 11 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 13 and 14 for loading tips e To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill move the Selector to the desired new setting NOTE If your washer has RESET on the Load Size Selector change the load size selection by first moving the Selector to RESET then to the new load size 5 Select a wash rinse temperature with the Water Temperature Selector Match the water temperature with the type of fabric and soils being washed e Your washer has one of the Water Temperature Selectors shown rotary knob or push button e The top temperature is wash water bottom temperature is rinse water e See page 15 for water temperature tips Fabric softener dispenser Load Size Knob Selector with Reset Warm Cold Cold Lo EO Temperature Knob Selector OR Wash Temperalure Warm a Cold a Warm Cold p Cold Rinse Temperalure Temperature Push button Selector continued on next page 5 OPERATING YOUR WASHER 6 OPTIONAL STEP On models with the Extra Rinse Option set the selector to On to add an additional rinse and spin to the end of the wash cycle e Use the Extra Rinse Option when adding extra detergent for the Super Extra Rinse Wash cycle or for the Regular and Permanent P
16. k Permanent Press Clothes 1 double sheet 2 pair pants 1 tablecloth 3 shirts 1 dress 3 pair jeans 1 blouse 1 coverall 2 slacks Knits 3 shins 2 pillowcases 2 slacks 2 blouses 4 shirts 4 tops 2 dresses Mixed Load 2 double or 1 king size sheet s 4 pillowcases 6 T shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 6 handkerchiefs LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Towels 8 bath towels 8 hand towels 10 wash cloths 1 bath mat Delicates 2 camisoles 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties SUPER CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes 2 double or 3 pair pants 1 king size sheet s 3 shirts 1 tablecloth 4 pair jeans 1 dress 1 coverall 1 blouse 1 overall 2 slacks Knits 3 slacks 3 blouses 6 shirts 4 tops 4 dresses Permanent Press 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 bath mat 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 time
17. mount 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 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 NOTE Do not wash clothes with this dispenser removed Do not add detergent or bleach to dispenser The dispenser is for liquid fabric softener use only Adding liquid chlorine bleach Always measure liquid chlorine bleach Do not guess Never use more than 250 mL 1 cup 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 Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load 2 Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle Pour bleach around agitator not directly on load e Follow directions on care labels Do not use chlorine bleach on wool silk spandex acetates or some flame retardant fabrics e 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 colour loss and may not show up until several washings later 11 Caring for Your Washer
18. mperature cycle and electric or woollen 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 slipcovers slipcovers while still slightly damp They will dry to fit tightly NOTE Sun damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether hand or machine washed Diapers When using chlorine bleach for soaking add extra detergent to the load Avoid overuse of fabric softeners absorbency will be reduced Elastic spandex Elastic picks up oil from the body Oil can damage elastic Wash often to reduce the damage Use warm water and sufficient detergent to remove oils Do not use chlorine bleach Flame retardant clothing Items will be clearly labeled as flame retardant Follow manufacturer s instructions to retain flame retardant qualities 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 Pillows stuffed toys Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they will be dried in a dryer Plastic rubber Treat as delicate i
19. n removal information e After the Pre Wash cycle ends add detergent and set a new wash cycle Super Wash cycle on some models The Super Wash cycle automatically pre washes the load and advances into the Regular cycle The washer does not need to be reset after the Super Wash cycle Use this cycle when washing heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal e For proper cleaning use double the amount of detergent recommended for the load size Super Wash Super Wash cycle OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using Rinse and Spin NOTE An Extra Rinse Option is available Permanent Prese on some models See page 6 When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes or washing sp cial care items you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed 1 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn Super Wash clockwise to RINSE as illustrated 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob The washer fills to the selected load size agitates drains and spins Using Drain and Spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying Permanentshress times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing excess water 1 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn Regular clockwise to SPIN as illustrated 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob The washer drains then spins Super Wash OPERATING YOUR WASHER What happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out the washer fills to
20. nd follow any instructions given Here is a brief explana tion of the symbol AWARNING This symbol alerts you to such dangers as fire electrical shock burns and personal injury 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 washer e 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 e Flammable fluids dry cleaning solvents 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 vapours that can create a fire hazard or explosion e 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 e Before your washer is removed from service or discarded remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment e After starting a cycle do not reach into the basket unless the Cycle Control Knob ts pushed in and all motion stops e Do not tamper with the controls elf your hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydrogen gases may build up in your water he
21. ndis to the service engineer s return journey 3 Anything to the contrary herein contained notwithstanding the defect must be due entirely to faulty materials or faulty manufacture 4 The warranty excludes defects caused to the article arising from a failure to adhere to instruc tions given in this booklet incorrect voltages or faults in the electrical power system damage caused by lightning strikes misuse or abuse of the article use of the article for purposes other than that for which it was designed fire flood war civil disturbance industrial action act of God or any other cause beyond the reasonable controls of GENTECH 5 1 GENTECH shall not under any circumstances whatsoever be liable for any damages sus tained due to failure of operation or malfunctioning of the article nor for consequential dam ages of whatsoever nature howsoever arising 5 2 Without derogating from the generality of the aforegoing GENTECH shall not be liable for any damages arising from the malfunctioning and or damage of to the article arising from foreign objects finding their way into the working parts of the article e g a coin blocking a washing machine pump 6 The warranty does not apply to fuses styli external plugs cables globes plastic rubber and glass parts nor will it apply in the event of an article designed for normal domestic use being used for commercial industrial or any other purpose for which it was not designed 7 This warrant
22. 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 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 eae Sponge immediately with cold water and alcohol Heat and detergent may set stain Remove stains before ironing Perspiration stains may weaken fabric Wash or sponge stain thoroughly with detergent and warm water If perspiration has changed the colour of the fabric use one of the following treatments Fresh stains Apply ammonia to stain Rinse Launder to remove ammonia odour Old stains Apply white vinegar to stain Rinse Launder to remove vinegar odour 19 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 22 Common problems PROBLEM Brown yellow stains Dye transfer Gray whites dingy colours Greasy looking spots Load too wet after spin Shrinking Snags rips and holes Stiff rough fabrics Twisting Tangling Wrinkling Yellow areas from body oils 20 CAUSE e Chlorine sta
23. pped a circuit breaker Has a time delay fuse been used 4 Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on Dy Are the water hoses kinked or clogged Is the drain hose lower than the water level in the washer It must be higher Dy Is the lid closed yy Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out 7v Is the washer making noises or vibrating Is the wash load properly distributed around the agitator NOTE Washer stops briefly during a wash cycle These pauses are normal If none of these items was causing your problem see Requesting Assistance or Service on page 22 21 Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting on pages 20 21 It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below 1 22 If your problem is not due to any of the items listed in the Troubleshooting section Contact the dealer from whom you pur chased the washer or an authorized Whirlpool service company If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a protected 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
24. ress cycles Knob Selector 7 Push in Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want 8 Pull out Cycle Control Knob to start washer 9 OPTIONAL STEP Add measured liquid chlorine bleach to the wash water See page 11 Stopping restarting your washer 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 OPERATING YOUR WASHER Selecting a cycle and time The Cycle Control Knob shown below may vary from the Cycle Control Knob on your washer The Knob shown illustrates the different features of all washer models covered by this book Your model may not include all of the cycles shown Each cycle is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels e An Extra Rinse Option is available on some models in the Regular and Permanent Press cycles See page 6 Regular cycle The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash system and high spin speeds to shorten drying time e Use 10 to 14 minutes NORMAL to clean cotton and linen fabrics that are moderately to heavily soiled e Use 6 minutes LIGHT to clean cotton and linen fabrics that are lightly soiled Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system a cool down rinse and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling e Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and some synthetic fabrics
25. s recommended for the fabric and soil e Use your washer during off peak hours usually early morning and late evening Ask your power company LAUNDRY TIPS Water guidelines Selecting water temperatures WASH WATER TEMPERATURE HOT 54 C 130 F or above e Work clothes pastels e Diapers WARM 32 44 C 90 110 F silks woollens e Knits delicate fabrics e Extra sensitive colours e Noncolourfast items e Hand washables SUGGESTED FABRICS e Sturdy whites colourfast e Dark noncolourfast colours e Permanent press items e Nylon polyester acrylics COMMENTS e Best cleaning for heavily soiled items e Removes oils perspiration greasy soils and stains e Prevents graying or yellowing e Best for moderately soiled to lightly soiled items e Safe for most fabric finishes e Less fading and dye bleeding e Reduces wrinkling e Best for very lightly soiled items e Saves hot water e Best rinse water temperature t The washer features cold rinses for all wash temperatures In addition on some models warm rinses are available with hot and warm washes Warm rinse water provides better water extraction than cold rinse water but may increase wrinkling when line drying in cold climates warm rinse water also provides a more comfortable temperature for handling the wash load Checking hot water temperature Your hot water should be 54 C 130 F or above If you do not know your hot water
26. s to mix with 250 mL 1 cup of detergent to clean the antifreeze and water out antifreeze 5 Unplug the power supply cord Non use or vacation care You should operate your washer only when e Turn off the water supply to the washer you are at home If you will be on vacation This helps avoid accidental flooding due or not using your washer for an extended to a water pressure surge while you are period of time you should away e Unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power to the washer Laundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additional washing information Preparing clothes for washing e Close zippers snaps and hooks to avoid snagging other items Remove HS Se He and other hard b objects to avoid scratching the washer interior Remove non 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 e Treat spots and stains See Removing Stains on pages 17 19 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 normally be washed together Separate lint givers towels chenille from lint takers corduroy synthetics perma neat press
27. tems Wash in warm water Wash small items items in a mesh bag Quilts bedspreads Do not wash cotton filled comforters unless they are quilted or stitched Tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy An extra rinse may be necessary Scatter rugs Shake or vacuum rugs to remove loose dirt Wash more than one rug at a time If washing only one rug add bath towels to balance the load Snowsuits jackets Wash only one or two items at a time You may need to stop the washer occasionally to press air from the items being washed An extra rinse may be necessary 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 Use warm water for soaking or prewashing e When bleach is recommended use a stained laundry Hot water can set stains bleach that is safe for the fabric e Most stains are easier to remove when e Test stain removers on an inside seam they are fresh Old or set stains may not or hidden corner of the item to see if the come out Follow package directions for colour is removed pretreatment products e Put the stained area face down on a paper Before treating any stain find out what towel or white cloth Apply the stain kind of stain it is how old the stain is what remover to the back of
28. that are moderately soiled NOTE The washer pauses briefly during the wash cycle This is normal for washer operation Knits Gentle feature The Knits Gentle feature has a reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling e Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean delicate items and washable knits that are lightly soiled Permanent Press Knits Gentle Normal N Super Wash C Pre Wash Knits Gentle feature OPERATING YOUR WASHER Woollens feature on some models The Woollens feature provides a reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal Select warm wash and warm rinse water when using this cycle e Use this 4 minute cycle for washable woollens and lightly soiled knits Soak cycle on some models The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pre treatment e Use warm water when soaking laundry Hot water can set stains See pages 17 19 for stain removal information e Use the amount of detergent or presoak additive recommended by the manufac Soak cycle turer e After the Soak cycle ends add detergent and set a new wash cycle Pre Wash cycle on some models The Pre Wash cycle features a brief period of high speed agitation to loosen heavy soils and stains e Use warm water for prewashing stained laundry Hot water can set stains See pages 17 19 for stai
29. y shall furthermore not be applicable should the article be dismantled serviced repaired modified in any way by anyone other than GENTECH or its designated repairer or any party authorized by GENTECH thereto nor in the event of the defacement or renewal of the serial label plate 8 The warranty shall apply to the article only while same is still owned and possessed by the original purchaser and provided that it was purchased and retained for use in the Republic of South Africa Swaziland Lesotho Botswana Namibia Transkei Ciskei Venda Bophuthatswana Lebowa 9 Any defective part which has been replaced shall become the property of the repairer 10 in the case of a cash sale as opposed to a credit agreement subject to provisions of the Credit Agreements Act 1980 or any amending or substituted legislation this warranty replaces any liability of GENTECH at common law in respect of latent defects 11 Repairs effected or parts replaced in terms of this warranty will be subject to warranty only for the duration of the balance of the original warranty period relating to the article 12 The purchaser hereby acknowledges that no representations or warranties other than those set out herein have induced the purchaser to purchase this article or form part of the contract of purchase and sale of this article 13 Evidence as to the date of purchase must be produced by the purchaser at the material time to obtain the benefit of this warranty PA
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