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Safety Information
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Operating Instructions
Control Panels
and Settings
Features
Loading and Using
the Washer
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7, 8
9, 10
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
For Service
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Consumer Support
Consumer Support ,., Back Cover
Warranty .............................................15
Owner's Manual
WBSR3000
WBSR3140
WCSR4170
WJSR4160
WHDRR418
WHDSR315
WHDSR417
WJRR4170
WLDSR416
WSERR417
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them in the upper
right corner on the back of your
washer.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
A l/l/A I your safety, the information in this manual must be Mowed to minimize the risk of fire
Jm Ir r,AifilVf f VU. or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or ioss of life.
WATER H EAT ER S AFET Y
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been used for
two weeks or more. Hydrogen gas can be explosive under these circumstances.
If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or injuiy by
turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes. Do this before using any
electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This simple procedure will allow any
built-up hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or
appliance duiing this process.
PROPER INST ALL ATIO N
This washer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by visiting
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I Install or store where it will not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing or exjjosed to
the weather, wiiich could cause pennanent
damage and invalidate the wmTanty.
I Properly ground w^asher to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Follow details
in Installation Instructions.
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I Keep the area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials such
as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.
I Close supenision is necessaiy if this appliance is
used b)’ or near children. Do not allow children
to jrlay on, with or inside this or an)’ other
iance.
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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owners
Manual.
WHEN U SING THE WASH ER
I Never reach into washer while it is moving.
Wait until the machine has completely stopped
before opening the lid.
I Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or
acids such as vinegar and/or mst remover.
Mixing different chemicals can produce a toxic
gas wiiich may cause death.
I Do not wash or dr)’ articles that have been
cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with
combustible or explosive substances (such as
w'ax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, diy-cleaning
solvents, kerosene, etc.). These substances give
offvapoi’s that may ignite oi’ explode. Do not
add these substances to the wash w’ater. Do not
use or place these substances around )'our
w'asher or diyer duiing operation.
WHEN N OT IN USE
I Turn off w’ater faucets to relieve presstne on
hoses and valves and to minimize leakage if
a break or mptui e should occur. Check the
condition of the till hoses; they should be
replaced eveiy .5 r ears.
I The laundiT process can reduce the flame
retardancy of fabrics. To avoid such a result,
carefully follow the gaiment manufacturer’s
wash and care instructions.
I To minimize the possibilit)' of electric shock,
unplug this apjtliance from the pow'er supjtly
or disconnect the washer at the household
distribution panel by removing the ftise or
switching off the circuit breaker before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
/VOTE; Tut ning the (iycle .Selector knob to an
oft position does fl/OT"disconnect the ajtjtliance
from the power supply.
I Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is
damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled,
or has missing or broken parts, including a
damaged cord or plug.
I Do not attempt to repair or replace any Jtait of
this appliance unless specifically recommended
in this Owner’s Manual, or in published user-
repair instnrctions that you trnderstand and
have the skills to carry out.
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I Before discarding a w’asher, or' removing it
fr'otn service, remove the washer lid to prevent
children from hiding inside.
I Do not fcrmperwlth controls.
READ AN D F OLLOW THI S SAFET Y IN FORMA TIO N CA REF ULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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About the washer control panel.
You can locate your model number on the back of your washer.
• Add detergent
• Add diluted fabric
softener (on models
with a fabric
softener dispenser)
Model WBSR3140 and WBSR3000
• Add clothes
Quick Start Guide
• Select load size and
other wash options
• Select wash cycle
• Close lid
• Pull knob
Model WCSR4170
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Model WJSR4160 and WLDSR416
Model WHDSR315
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Model WHDSR417 and WSERR417
Model WHDRR418
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