Whirlpool 3360462 User Manual

Whirlpool

Use And Care

A Note To You

Understanding
Washer Safety

Knowing Your

Washer's Features

Operating Your
Washer

Other Features 10

Laundry Tips

If You Need
Assistance Or
Service

Warranty

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ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS

A NOTE TO YOU

ANoteToYsu

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance.

You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have
gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed

this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your

appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Owner
ship Registration Card provided with your appliance. This will help us notify you about any new
information on your appliance.

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

This symbol will help alert you to such dangers
as personal injury, burns, fire and electrical

shock.

This symbol will help you avoid actions which
could cause product damage (scratches,
dents, etc.) and damage to your personal
property.

ACAUTION

Help when you need it.

If you have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see
“If You Need Assistance Or Service” on page 21. If you need further help, call an authorized
Whirlpool service company. When calling, you will need to know your appliance’s complete model

number and serial number. You can find this information on the modei and serial number plate

(see diagram on page 4). For your convenience, we have included a handy place below for you to

record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer’s name and tele
phone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Model Number
Serial Number

Purchase Date

Dealer Name.
Dealer 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 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 vapors
that can create a fire hazard or explosion.

• Do not allow children to operate, play with,
or crawl on or inside your washer. Super
vise 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.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons
when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the
following:

• Do not tamper with the controls.

• If 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 EXPLOSIVE. To

prevent injury or damage, before using
your washer, turn on all hot water faucets
and allow water to run for several min
utes. 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 repairman 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.

• 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.

Understanding 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 wash or dry items that are soiled
with vegetable or cooking oil. These
items may contain some oil after launder
ing. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric
may smoke or catch fire by itself.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia
or acids (such as vinegar or rust re
mover) in the same wash. Hazardous
fumes can form.

Unplug power supply cord before
attempting to service your washer.

Do not machine wash fiberglass materi
als. Small particles can stick to the
fabrics washed in following loads and
cause skin irritation.

KNOWING YOUR WASHER’S FEATURES

Knowing Your Washer's

Features

The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. 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.

Agitator

Load size
selector

Temperature
selector

Cycle control knob

Model and serial

number plate

(under lid)

Bleach dispenser

Basket

Tub

Features not shown:

MAGIC CLEAN* lint filterr

Manual clean lint filter (inside agitator)^

^Available on some models

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

Operating Your Washer

In This Section

Before starting your washer.................

Starting or stopping your washer

Seiecting a ioad size..............................

Selecting wash-rinse temperatures

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Selecting a cycie and time

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Using rinse and spin

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Operating your washer properly assures maximum washing efficiency. This section gives you
important information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature for your wash load.

Before starting your washer

Add measured detergent. Then place a sorted
load in the washer before starting. See page 11
for additional “Before you wash” information.

NOTE: If your washer has a Consumer Buy
Guide, remove it and place it in your Use and
Care Guide.

Starting or stopping your washer

starting your washer:

1. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it
clockwise. Stop when the indicator on the
knob’s outer ring points to the number in the
wash cycle you want. The numbers are
minutes of wash time.

2. Select a load size and water temperature.

3. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob.

Refer to pages 6-9 for additional information to
help you make selections.

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 neces
sary) 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 upon the size of the
load and the fabric you are washing. See
page 11 for additional loading information.

Settings may vary with model

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

Load size tips

• Items should move freely in the washer. Do
not overload the machine or select a load

size that is too small for the 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.

Water temperature tips

• Use warm wash water with the Permanent
Press and Short cycles.

• Always use cold rinse water for permanent
press fabrics.

• For heavily soiled permanent press or knit
clothes, prewash or presoak before washing in
warm water.

See the “Water usage guide” on page 15 for
more information.

Settings may vary with model

Selecting a cycle and time

You will find information you need to help you
make correct cycle selections in this section.

• Pages 7-8: Use the information on these
pages to guide you when selecting a wash
cycle and time.

• Page 9: Use this page to help you understand
what happens during a wash cycle.

Cycles may vary with model

Regular cycle

The Regular cycle features a longer spin to
shorten drying time.

• Use Normal, 30-22 minutes of wash time, to
clean sturdily constructed cotton or linen
fabrics and heavily soiled loads.

• Use Light, 14-6 minutes of wash time, to

clean loads that are moderately soiled.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

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Permanent Press cycle

The Permanent Press cycle features a cool
down rinse and shorter spins to reduce
wrinkling.

• Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean
moderately soiled permanent press and
some synthetic fabrics.

NOTE: The washer pauses briefly during the

wash cycle. This is normal.

Short cycle

The Short cycle features a brief wash cycle
and shorter spins for gentle soil removal.

• Use 6 minutes of wash time, to clean lightly
to moderately soiled delicate items and

washable knits.

Auto Soak cycle

(on some models)

The Auto Soak cycle features brief periods of

agitation and soak time to help remove heavy
soils and stains that need pretreatment.

• Use warm water when soaking laundry (hot
water can set stains). See page 12 for stain

removal information.

• Use the amount of detergent or presoak
additive recommended by manufacturer.

• After the Auto Soak cycle ends, add deter

gent and set a new wash cycle.

Regular cycle

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Permanent press cycle

Short cycle

Auto soak cycle

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

Manual Soak cycle

(on some models)

The Manual Soak cycle features high speed
agitation and a soak to remove heavy soils and
stains that need pretreatment.

• After the Manual Soak cycle is complete,

push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob to
SPIN. See “Using drain and spin” below.

See “Auto Soak" on page 7 for additional
soaking information.

Using rinse and spin

When using extra detergent for heavily soiled
clothes, or washing special-care items, you
may want an extra rinse and spin.

1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn
clockwise to RINSE, as illustrated.

2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer
will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain,
and spin.

Manual soak cycle

Auto

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 Cycle Control Knob in and turn

clockwise until indicator points to SPIN, as

illustrated.

2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer

will drain and spin.

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 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. 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.

Regular and Short cycles

Fill to selected load size

Permanent Press cycle

Fill to selected load size

5d

Wash selected time

Partial drain-No agitation

Fill to selected load size

Brief agitation

Wash selected time

Drain-No agitation

Spin

Fill

Rinse

Drain-No agitation

Spin-Spray rinse

Spin

Off

Drain-No agitation

Spin

Fill

Rinse

Drain-No agitation

Spin-Spray rinse

Spin

Off

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OTHER FEATURES

Other Features

In This Section

Using the chlorine bleach dispenser....

Manual clean lint filter............................

Your washer may have some of the following features. Understanding the use of the features on
your machine will help you efficiently use your washer.

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MAGIC CLEAN* lint filter

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Using the chlorine bleach dispenser

Always measure 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 wash part of cycle.

NOTE: Do not add all-fabric bleach to the
dispenser. The dispenser can clog.

Manual clean lint filter

(on some models)

If your agitator is barrel shaped as illustrated,
your washer has a manual clean lint filter.
Clean the filter at the bottom of the agitator
after every load for the best filtering results.

To clean:

1. Lift off the agitator barrel.

2. Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of
the agitator barrel. The filter is not removable.

3. Replace agitator barrel and snap into place.

MAGIC CLEAN^ lint filter

(on some models)

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 spin part of the cycle.

If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint

collected in the tub or strainer.

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Agitator barrel Manual clean

lint filter

MAGIC CLEAN Basket
lint filter interior

Laundry Tips

LAUNDRY TIPS

In This Section

Before you wash
Removing stains

Water usage guide...........................

Using laundry aids
Washing speciai-care items

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Soiving iaundering problems

Caring for your washer...................

Saving energy
Winterizing your washer

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This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and
discusses solutions to common laundering problems.

Before you wash

Preparing clothes for washing

• Empty pockets and turn them inside out.

• Turn down cuffs and brush away lint and dirt.

• Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.

• 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.

• Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle.

• Mend tears, loose hems and seams.

• Treat spots and stains. (See page 12 for
pretreatment and stain removal information.)

• Stained or wet garments should be washed
promptly for best results.

Sorting

• Separate dark from light colors, colorfast from
noncolorfast.

• Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy cottons,
knits, delicate items).

• 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, permanent press).
When possible, turn lint givers inside out.

Loading

• Load washer properly. Overloading or
packing can:

-cause poor cleaning.

-increase wrinkling.

-create excessive lint.

-wear out items faster (because of pilling).

• Load by the amount of space items take up,
not by their weight.

• Drop items into washer loosely. Fill to the top
of the basket, but do not pack or wrap items
around the agitator.

• Items should move easily through wash
water for best cleaning and wrinkle-free
results. Watch for rollover. Items should sink
and reappear later.

• Mix large and small items in each load. Load
evenly to maintain washer balance. An off
balance load can make the machine vibrate
during spin.

• To reduce wrinkling, permanent press and
synthetic knits should have more room to
move in the water than heavy items (towels,
jeans).

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LA^UNDRY TIPS

Loading suggestions

For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest water level setting.
LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS

Heavy Work Clothes Permanent Press Mixed Load

2 pair pants
3 shirts 1 tablecloth size sheet
3 pair jeans

1 coverall

Knits

2 slacks
2 blouses
4 shirts
4 tops
2 dresses

SUPER CAPACITY WASHERS

Heavy Work Clothes

3 pair pants
3 shirts
4 pair jeans
1 coverall
1 overall

Knits

3 slacks
3 blouses
6 shirts
4 tops
4 dresses

1 double sheet
1 dress

1 blouse 6 T-shirts
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases

Permanent Press Mixed Load

2 double or 1 king

size sheet 4 pillowcases
1 tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse 2 shirts

2 slacks 2 blouses
3 shirts
2 pillowcases

2 double or 1 king
4 pillowcases
6 pair shorts

2 shirts
2 blouses
6 handkerchiefs

3 double sheets
8 T-shirts

6 pair shorts

8 handkerchiefs

Towels

8 bath towels
8 hand towels

10 wash cloths
1 bathmat

Delicates

2 camisoles
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties

Towels

10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
1 bathmat

Delicates

3 camisoles

1 quilted robe
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties

1 baby’s dress

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 pretreatment
products.

• 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).

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3. How old the stain is (washing and drying
can set some stains).

• 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.

• Use nonflammable dry cleaning solvents in a
well-ventilated room.

Stain removal guide

LAUNDRY TIPS

STAIN

Alcoholic

beverage

Blood

Catsup or

tomato

products
Chewing

gum
Chocolate or

coffee

Crayon and
candle wax

Cream, milk
or ice cream

Deodorants
and anti­perspirants

Fat, grease

or oil

Fruit stains

Grass or
green
vegetables

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 and
rewash.

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 3-5 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly. Wash.

Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent 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.

Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a non
flammable dry cleaning solvent. Let dry. Wash.

Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent 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.

Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Place fabric between two blotters or facial
tissue. Press with warm iron. Remove color stain with non-flammable dry
cleaning solvent. Hand wash until stain is gone, then machine launder in the
hottest water safe for fabric. If full load is crayon stained, take to cleaners or
coin-op dry cleaning machine.

Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent, or a prewash soil and stain
remover. 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.

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 all-fabric bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for
fabric.

See Warning on page 3, then remove stains using one of the methods below.
Always hand wash before machine laundering.

• Use pretreatment stain remover. Follow label directions. Wash in hottest
water safe for fabric.

• Use talcum powder to absorb as much grease as possible. Sponge with a
nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. Rinse. Wash.

• Treat with liquid detergent or rub a detergent paste on the stain. Wash using
hottest water safe for fabric.

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 dry cleaning solvent. If
stain remains, bleach with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse. Rewash.

continued on next page

STAIN

Ink or
ballpoint
pen ink

Iron or rust

TO REMOVE
Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol. Sponge stain continu

ously 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.)

Colored or noncolorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun

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.

Lipstick

Meat juice,

egg

Mildew

Mustard

Apply nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or prewash soil and stain remover.
Blot with absorbent material. Repeat if necessary. Rinse. If stain still remains,
rub with liquid detergent. Wash.

Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme
presoak at least 30 minutes. Treat grease stains with a nonflammable dry
cleaning solvent. Wash.

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.

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Treat immediately. Scrape off excess mustard. Sponge with a nonflammable

j dry cleaning solvent 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.

Paint 1 Always hand wash before machine laundering.

i 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 non
: flammable dry cleaning solvent. Rinse. Wash.

: Oil base: Scrape off fresh paint. Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning

i solvent 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.

Perspiration ' Remove stains before ironing. Perspiration stains may weaken fabric. Wash or

sponge stain thoroughly with detergent and warm water. If perspiration has

: changed the color of the fabric, use one of the following treatments:

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.

Scorch

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.

Soft drinks

Sponge immediately with cold water and alcohol. Heat and detergent may set
stain.

Water usage guide

Water temperature

WASH RINSE USE FOR

HOT

130°F (54°C)

or above

WARM COLD • Light and moderate soils

90°-110°F • Qark or noncolorfast
(32°-44»C) colors

COLD • Heavy soils

• Work clothes

• Sturdy whites and
colorfast pastels

• Diapers

• Moderately soiled perma
nent press

• Nylons, polyesters,
acrylics, silks, woollens

• Knits and delicate fabrics

• Prewash, soak

l^AUNDRY TIPS

COMMENTS

• Gives best cieaning for heavy
soils.

• Removes oils, perspiration, greasy
soils and stains.

• Prevents graying and yeilowing.

• Safe for most fabric finishes.

• Less fading and dye bleeding.

• Reduces wrinkling.

COLD

70°-90°F
(21°-32°C)

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 temperatures 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.

COLD • Very lightly soiled items

• Moderately soiled items if
extra detergent is added

• Extra sensitive colors
(noncolorfast)

• Rinsing, for all fabrics

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.

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.
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.

Using laundry aids

Follow package instructions when using laundry
aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 12, for
more information.)

Chlorine bleach

• Use bleach dispenser if your machine has one.

• Follow directions on care labels. Do not use
chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex,
acetates or some flame-retardant fabrics.

• Measure bleach. Do not guess. Never use
more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Add
bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in
the rinse cycle.

• 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.

All-fabric bleach

• Powdered or liquid 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.

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.

• If the recommended amount of normal
sudsing detergent creates too many suds or
suds are present in the rinse water, try a low
sudsing detergent.

Fabric softeners

• If your washer does not have a fabric softener
dispenser, add diluted fabric softener only in
the final rinse.

• Always dilute fabric softeners with V2 to 1 cup
(125 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric
softener can stain fabrics.

• Fabric softeners should not be mixed with
other laundry products because greasy stains
may form. If stains form, remove by wetting
the stain and rubbing with liquid detergent or
a bar of soap. Rewash the stained item.

• Too much fabric softener can make some
items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If
this happens, use less fabric softener or do
not use it every time.

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.

• Items 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 ammonia

or acids. Hazardous fumes can form.

• Keep stain removal products out of the

reach of children ... preferably in a locked
cabinet.

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LAUNDRY TIPS

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.

Blankets, electric and

woollen

Curtains, drapes,
slipcovers

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.

Add mild detergent to washer. Fill and agitate briefly to dissolve

2.

detergent.
Stop washer. Load blanket evenly around agitator. Soak 10 to

3.

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 measurement. Woollens tend to shrink more the first time
they are washed. This is normal.

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.

Diapers

Elastic, spandex

Flame-retardant

clothing

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. Oil can damage elastic. Wash
often to help reduce the damage. Use warm water and sufficient
detergent to remove oils.

Items will be clearly labeled as flame-retardant. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions to retain flame retardant qualities.

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LAUNDRY TIPS

Fiberglass
materials

Knits

Pillows, stuffed

toys

Plastic, rubber
items

Quilts, bedspreads

Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles
could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation.

Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However,
this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and
damaged 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.

1. Add detergent then partially fill washer with water; agitate
until detergent is dissolved.

2. Place two pillows on opposite sides of the agitator to balance
the load.

3. 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.

Do not wash cotton-filled comforters unless they are quilted or
stitched; tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy.

Scatter rugs

Snowsuits, jackets,
etc.

1. Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt.

2. 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.

1. Wash only one or two items at a time. Load evenly around
the agitator.

2. Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item(s) being
washed.

3. Two rinses may be necessary.

LAUNDRY TIPS

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 “Assis
tance or Service” section of this book.

PROBLEM

Brown, yellow
stains

CAUSE

• Chlorine staining

• Iron in water heater or pipes

• Iron and manganese in water

Dye transfer • Improper sorting

• Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle

Gray whites,
dingy colors

Greasy looking
spots

Lint

Load too wet

after spin

• Improper sorting

• Water temperature too low

• Not enough detergent

• Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water)

• Undiluted fabric softener or fabric softener poured directly on load

• Fabric softener in wash water

• Not enough detergent

• Improper sorting

• Paper or tissue in pockets

• Pilling being mistaken for lint

• Overloading

• Not enough detergent

• Clogged lint filter (models with manual clean lint filter)

• Cold rinses

• Lid is opened before spinning is completed

Shrinking • Fabric type (some knits stretch during manufacturing-laundering returns

fabric to original size)

• Care label directions not followed

Snags, rips, holes

Stiff, rough fabrics
(usually cottons)

• Items damaged before washing

• Misuse of chlorine bleach

• Sharp articles not removed from pockets

• Overloading

• Fasteners not fastened

• Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water)

• Not enough detergent

• Line drying

Twisting, tangiing • Overloading

• Improper loading (do not wrap large items around agitator)

Wrinkiing

Yeliow areas
(from body oiis)

• Overloading

• Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle

• Improper rinse temperature

• Cycle selection is incorrect (based on fabric type)

• Water temperature too low

• Not enough detergent

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LAUNDRY TIPS

Caring for your washer

To keep your washer looking like new;

• Wipe up detergent, bleach or other spills with
a soft, damp cloth as they occur.

Sharp or heavy objects should not be put on
or in the washer. Check pockets for bolts,
nuts, etc.

' If the washer interior needs cleaning, 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.

' When removing hard water deposits, use

only cleaners labeled as being washer safe.

’ After tinting or dyeing, put chlorine bleach

and detergent in the washer. Run through a
complete cycle using hot water to remove
excess dye or tint. If staining occurs on
following loads, repeat the process.

Saving energy

• Use hot water only when washing heavy,
greasy soils or whites.

• Use cold rinses.

• Wash full loads.

• Use lower water levels when washing small
loads.

Winterizing your washer

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 the
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 for
about 30 seconds (see page 8) to mix
antifreeze and water.

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Avoid rewashing. Use enough detergent;
pretreat stains or heavy soils; do not over
load; use the cycles and wash times recom
mended for the fabric and soil; sort properly.

Use your washer during off-peak hours­usually early morning and late evening. (Ask
your power company.)

To use the washer again ...

1. Flush water pipes and hoses.

2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.

3. Turn on both water faucets.

4. Run the washer through a complete cycle
with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean
out antifreeze.

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

If You Need Assistance
Or Service

This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 1 of this section outlines

possible problems, their causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell
you what to do if you still need assistance or service. When calling an authorized Whirlpool service
company for help or calling for 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.

1. Before calling for assistance ...

Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind.

Please check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could save you the cost of a service call.

NOTE: If the power supply cord of this product is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord,

part number 3353308, available from authorized Whirlpool service companies.

PROBLEM

Washer will
not fill

Washer does
not spin

Washer stops
during a cycle

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Power cord is not plugged into a
live circuit with proper voltage.

Household fuse has blown or
circuit breaker has tripped. A
time-delay fuse has not been
used.

Both hot and cold water faucets
are not open.

Water supply hoses are kinked.
Cycle control knob is not set or

pulled out.
Lid is open.

Power cord is not plugged into a
live circuit with proper voltage.

Household fuse has blown or
circuit breaker has tripped. A
time-delay fuse has not been
used.

Washer pauses briefly at differ
ent times in each cycle. These
pauses are normal.

Power cord is not plugged into a

live circuit with proper voltage.
Household fuse has blown or

circuit breaker has tripped. A
time-delay fuse has not been
used.

SOLUTION

Firmly plug power cord into a live circuit
with proper voltage. Check circuit voltage
at your home's fuse/circuit breaker box.

Replace fuse with a time-delay fuse of the

correct capacity. Reset circuit breaker.

Open both faucets.
Straighten hoses.

Set cycle control knob and pull out firmly.

Close lid firmly.
Firmly plug power cord into a live circuit

with proper voltage. Check circuit voltage
at your home’s fuse/circuit breaker box.

Replace fuse with a time-delay fuse of the
correct capacity. Reset circuit breaker.

Wait a minute to see if washer starts cycle
again.

Firmly plug power cord into a live circuit
with proper voltage. Check circuit voltage
at your home’s fuse/circuit breaker box.

Replace fuse with a time-delay fuse of the
correct capacity. Reset circuit breaker.

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IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

PROBLEM

Washer fills and
drains without

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Cycle control knob is not pointing
to a number in the cycle.

running

Washer drains

during wash and

Drain hose is lower than the
water level in the washer.

rinse cycles, or

water siphons out

2. If your problem is not due
to one of the items listed in
Step 1 ...

Contact the dealer from whom you purchased
the unit or an authorized Whirlpool service
company.

3. If you need FSP* replace

ment 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. To locate FSP

replacement parts in your area, contact the
dealer from whom you purchased the unit or
an authorized Whirlpool service company.

SOLUTION

Set cycle control knob on correct
number in the cycle.

Adjust drain hose so that it is higher
than the water level in the washer.

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NOTES

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WHIRLPOOL

Automatic Washer Warranty

LENGTH OF WARRANTY
FULL ONE-YEAR

WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

LIMITED FIVE-YEAR

WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

LIMITED TEN-YEAR
WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

A. Service calls to:

1. Correct the installation of your washer.

2. Instruct you how to use your washer.

3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.

B. Repairs when your washer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
C. Pickup and delivery. Your washer is designed to be repaired in the home.
D. Damage to your washer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products

not approved by Whirlpool.

E. Any labor costs during the limited warranties.
F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.

WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR

FSP* replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in
materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an
authorized Whirlpool service company.

FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defec
tive in materials or workmanship. The gearcase assembly is shown
in the "Assistance or Service" section of this book.

FSP replacement parts for any top and lid rust.
FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack, or fail to contain

water, due to defective materials or workmanship.

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN

TIAL DAMAGES.

Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your

authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.

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’ Trademark/Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation, U.S.A.

Printed in U.S.A.