OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. Starting Your Washer ..What Happens in Each Cycle OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. For a Rinse and Spin 01988 Whirlpool Parts and features LAUNDRY LOAD CYCLE INFORMATION SIZE CONTROL Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...
Additional Safety lnsfrucfions ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids other materials in a cool, place where children can’t reach them - in a locked cabinet if possible. ALWAYS read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laun- dry aids - especially warnings precautions.
Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, a soried load in the washer Select a LOAD SIZE Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. Set the knob on or between SMALL (a few items] and EX LARGE (a full load).
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Select CYCLE and WASH TIME; . Start the washer Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed and turned only clockwise. Start the washer by pulling the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temper- ature.
What Happens in Each Cycle* Each cycle has different agitation kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle agitation time. When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number before agitation and timing starts. After aaitation until it points to OFF and thecycle ends.
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NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed the rinsing. Gentle Wash System For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESS cycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time. nnnnnnnl during the spin parts of some on the spinning...
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PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle A cycle designed lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these fabrics. KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moder- ately soiled delicate items and washable knits.
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FllL SPtN Deep I Speed Rinse 1 Spray Rinse ----- DRAIN Agitation DRAtN Agitation...
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SOAK Cycle Brief periods and soak time help remove heavy stains that need extra pretreatment. mended detergent additive. should lowed SUPER WASH Cycle Use for washing soiled loads that require maximum Double detergent when using the SUPER WASH Cycle. of agitation soils and certain Use recom- amount...
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Special care is needed when soaking See your “Laundry Guide” for proper laundry. use of this cycle.
Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.] 1. Push Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any on the dial.
Liquid bleach dispenser Always measure bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 ml) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow directions on bottle for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling.
Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off, this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers. SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can damage washer and dryer dials, con- soles and finishes.
Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer stored or moved during the cold weather... 1. Shut off both water 2. Put a quart of R.\/: faucets. Disconnect or automobile and drain water antifreeze inlet hoses.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your washer does not fill: Is the power supply cord...
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Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build...
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