Hotpoint HNXRP070, HNSRP080, HNSR2120 Owner's Manual

Washers

Safety Information . . . . .3

Operating Instructions

Control Panels and

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . .4–6

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Loading and Using

the Washer . . . . . . . . .8–11

Stain Guide . . . . . . .10, 11

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call

For Service . . . . . . . .12–14

Customer Service

Service Telephone

Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . .15

175D1807P457 39-90190 08-03 JR

HNXRP070

HNSR2120
HNSRP080

Owner’s Manual

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

You’ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section. If you review our
chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer
service numbers is included in the back section. Or call 1.800.361.3400.

A Service Partnership.

FOR YOUR RECORDS

Write the model and serial numbers here:

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You can find them in the upper right corner on the back of your washer.

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your washer properly. Just a little
preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your washer.

READ THIS MANUAL

IMPORTANT!

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.

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Operating Instructions Safety InstructionsCustomer Service Troubleshooting Tips

■ Install or store where it will not be exposed

to temperatures below freezing or exposed
to the weather.

■ Properly ground washer to conform with all governing

codes and ordinances. Follow details in Installation
Instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire
or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

WATER HEATER SAFETY

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 injury 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 during this process.

PROPER INSTALLATION

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 calling, toll-free

1.800.361.3400.

Customer ServiceTroubleshooting TipsOperating InstructionsSafety Instructions

■ Keep the area underneath and around your

appliances free of combustible materials such
as lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc.

■ Close supervision is necessary if this appliance is

used by or near children. Do not allow children to
play on, with, or inside this or any other appliance.

YOUR LAUNDRY AREA

■ Never reach into washer while it is moving. Wait

until the machine has completely stopped before
opening the lid.

■ Do not mix chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids

such as vinegar and/or rust remover. Mixing
different chemicals can produce a toxic gas which
may cause death.

■ Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in,

washed in, soaked in, or spotted with combustible or
explosive substances (such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline,
degreasers, dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.).
These substances give off vapors that may ignite or
explode. Do not add these substances to the wash
water. Do not use or place these substances around
your washer or dryer during operation.

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The laundry process can reduce the flame retardancy
of fabrics. To avoid such a result, carefully follow the
garment manufacturer’s wash and care instructions.

■ To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug

this appliance from the power supply or disconnect
the washer at the household distribution panel by
removing the fuse or switching off the circuit
breaker before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning. NOTE: Turning the Cycle Selector knob to
an off position does NOT disconnect the appliance
from the power supply.

■ 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.

WHEN USING THE WASHER

■ Turn off water faucets to relieve pressure on hoses

and valves and to minimize leakage if a break or
rupture should occur. Check the condition of the
fill hoses; they should be replaced every 5 years.

■ Before discarding a washer, or removing it from

service, remove the washer lid to prevent children
from hiding inside.

■ Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of this

appliance unless specifically recommended in this
Owner’s Manual, or in published user-repair
instructions that you understand and have the
skills to carry out.

■ Do not tamper with controls.

WHEN NOT IN USE

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Use this
appliance
only for its
intended
purpose as
described in
this Owner’s
Manual.

Find your washer control panel (models HNSRP080 and HNSR2120).

You can locate your model number behind the top edge of the control panel.

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Model HNSRP080

Model HNSR2120

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Load Size

Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket. The water level should just
cover the clothes. Adjust the load size accordingly.

Wash/Spin Speed (on some models)

The agitator moves clothes around for a cleaner wash; the basket spins later in the cycle to
release water from the load. The Wash/Spin Speed dial sets the speed of both the agitator
and the basket.

With Normal wash speed, the agitator moves faster. Use for cottons, denims and play clothes.
With Delicate wash speed, the agitator moves slower. Use for delicate and knit items.

Normal and Fast spin speeds are for normal items. Use them to remove more water from your clothes to
allow them to dry faster in the dryer. The Delicate spin speed is for delicate items like sweaters and lingerie.
Clothes will be less dry than when using Normal or Fast spin speed.

Temperature

Select the water temperature for the wash and rinse cycles. Always follow fabric manufacturer’s care label or
instructions when laundering.

Wash Cycle

The wash cycle controls the length of the washing process. The chart below will help you match the wash cycle
setting with your clothing.

COTTONS For heavy to lightly soiled cottons, household linens, work and play clothes.

EASY CARE For wrinkle-free and permanent press items, and knits.

PERMA PRESS

DELICATE For lingerie and special-care fabrics with light to normal soil. Provides periods of agitation and soak

during wash and rinse.

SUPER For heavily soiled and heavy-duty fabrics. This cycle provides a longer agitation.

PREWASH For heavily soiled clothes or for clothes with a care label that recommends prewashing before wearing.

15 MIN/30 MIN For heavily soiled clothes. Begins with a brief agitation, soaks for a specified period of time, then moves

PRESOAK through the rest of the cycle automatically.

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About the control settings (models HNSRP080 and HNSR2120).