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Use And Care

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Bilingual Guide

A Note to You Washer Safety

Parts and Features

Operating Your Washer

Caring for Your Washer

Laundry Tips

Removing Stains .......15

Troubleshooting

Requesting Assistance

or Service ...................20

Warranty

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Part No. 3366860

ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS

A Note to You

Thank you for buying a Roper* appliance.

Roper appliances give you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. This card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Please record your model's Information.

Whenever you call to request service on your appliance, you need to know your complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the rrKxfel and serial number plate (see diagram on page 4 for location of plate).

Please also record the purchase date of

your appliarxse and your dealer's name, address, and telephone 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 Address Dealer Phone

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\n the U.S.A., call the toll-free number -300~447~'G737

Washer Safety

Your safety is important to us.

This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana tion of the symbol.

This symbol alerts you to such dangers as personal injury, bums, fire, and electrical shock.

Awarning

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. Supervise 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.

• Do not tamper with the controls.

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

• If your hot water has not been used re cently (usually 2 weeks or longer), hydro gen gases may build up in your water heater and your hot water pip>es. HY DROGEN 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 person install, re pair, or replace parts on washer.

• Maintain washer properly.

• Proted 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.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

Understanding your responsibilities

• Store laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry place where children canrHst reach them (in a locked cabinet if possible).

• Read and follow instructions on packages 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 laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.

• Do not use chlorine bleach arrd ammonia or acids (such as vinegar or rust remover) in the same wash. Hazardous fumes can form.

• Unplug power supply cord before attempt ing to service your washer.

• Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation.

Parts and Features

The parts arid features of your washer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer.

Page references are included next to some features. Refer to those pages for rmre infor mation about the features.

Model 7RAX5133

Load size selector <

(P. 5)

Temperature selector

Cycle control knob

(P. 7)

Liquid chlorine

bleach dispenser

(P- 9)

Model and serial

number plate

(under lid)

Basket

Tub

Control Panel

Self-cleaning lint filter

(bottom of washer basket)

(P- 9)

Operating Your Washer

Starting Your Washer

1. Add measured detergent to the wasl^r. Then place a sorted toad of

clothes in the washer.

• Sort and load clothes as described on P®Q6 1 I.

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2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add

’ lSjwii!If • brightening and bleaching,

dSn automatically diluted and dispensed in the last few

minutes of the wash cycle.

3. Close the washer lid.

Bleach dispenser

wtting that corresponds with the size

• To ctenge the load size setting after the

Selector to the desired new setting

•Seepages 11-12 for loading tips.

S«» Selector to the

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

5. Turn the Water Temperature Selector to the setting that corresponds with the type of fabric and soils being washed.

• Select any one of three wash-rinse

temperature combinations: cold-cold, warm-cold, and hot-cold.

• The top temperature is the wash water

and the bottom temperature is the rinse water.

• See page 13 for water temperature

guidelines.

6. Push in and turn the Cycle Control

Knob clockwise. Stop when the Indica

tor on the outer ring points to the

number in the wash cycle you want.

• The numbers are minutes of wash time.

• The cycles are described on page 7.

Stopping/restarting your washer

If necessary, you can stop your washer

during a cycle to add more clothes.

• To stop the washer at any time, push in

the Cycle Control Knob.

• To restart the washer, close the lid (if

necessary) and pull out the Cycle Control Knob.

Selecting a cycle and time

Your washer's Cycle Control Knob is shown below. Use the information in this section to help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabrics and soil levels.

off 8 6 PERMANENT PRESS

NORMAL SOIL 6 2

HEAVY SOIL 14

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

• The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are rK>rmal for washer operation.

• Refer to page 8 to help you understand what happens during a wash cycle.

FABRICARE

SOAK 20 OFF

Regular cycle

The Regular cycle features longer spins to shorten drying time.

• Use HEAVY SOIL 10 to 14 minutes of wash time to clean large loads of sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled.

• Use NORMAL SOIL, 6 minutes of wash

time, to clean sturdily constructed fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled.

Permanent Press cycle

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

• Use 8 minutes of wash time to clean

permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled.

• Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean

permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are lightly soiled.

Fabricare cycle

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

• Use 3 to 6 minutes of wash time to clean

delicate items and washable knits that are lightly to moderately soiled.

Soak cycle

The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time to help renK)ve heavy soils and stains that need pretreat ment.

• Use up to 20 minutes of soak time, de pending on soil level.

• Use warm water when soaking laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See pages 15

17 for stain removal information.

• Use the amount of detergent or presoak additive recommended by the manufac turer.

• After the Soak cycle ends, add detergent and set a new wash cycle.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

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 in the Cycle Control Knob and turn

clockwise to one of the dots, as illus

trated.

2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. The

washer fills to selected load size, agi tates, drains, and spins.

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 begins agitating immediately after filling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down.

2^ PERMANENT PRESS

After agitation starts, the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to an OFF area and the cycle ends.

The washer pauses briefly throughout

each cycle. These pauses are rx>rmal for washer operation.

WASH

Rll

Wash selected time

Drain (or partial drain* *)

No agitation

*Tha Permanant Press cyda partially drains, fills, agitatas briafly, and drains.

Spin

RINSE

Rll

Rir\se

_| Drain-No agKation

Spin-Spray rinse

Spin

Off

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

Using the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser

Always measure liquid 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 the 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 use this dispenser to add

powdered chlorine or all-fabric bleach to your wash load. The dispenser is for liquid chlorine bleach use only.

Self-cleaning 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.

SeH-cleaning lint filter

Basket interior

Caring for Your Washer

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

Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Occasionally wipe the outside of the washer to keep it looking like new.

Do not put sharp or metal objects in your 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.

Interior

Clean interior with 1 cup (250 ml) of chlorine bleach mixed with 2 cups (500 ml) of detergent. Run washer through a com plete cycle using hot water. Repeat process if necessary.

NOTE: Remove hard water deposits using cleaners labeled as washer safe only.

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:

1. Shut off both water faucets.

2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

3. Put 1 quart (1L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in

the basket.

4. Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob

clockwise to just beyond any dot on the dial. (See “Using rinse and spin” on page

8.)

5. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob and allow

the washer to run about 30 seconds to

mix the antifreeze and water.

6. Unplug the power supply cord.

To use washer again:

1. Flush water pipes and hoses.

2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.

3. Turn on both water faucets.

4. Reconnect power supply cord.

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

Non-use or vacation care

You should operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time, you should:

Unplug the power supply cord or turn off electrical power to the washer.

Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.

Laundry Tips

This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additiorral washing

information.

Preparing clothes for washing

' Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid

snagging other items. Re move pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer in terior. Remove non-wash

able trim and ornaments. ' Empty pockets and turn them inside out. ' Turn down cuffs, brush away lint and dirt.

Sorting

• Separate heavily-soiled items from lightlyN| soiled ones, even if they

would normally be washed

together. Separate lint givers

(towels, chenille) from lint

takers (corduroy, synthetics,

permanent press). V^en possible, turn lint

givers inside out.

• Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid

pilling.

• Tie strings and sashes so they will not

tangle.

• MerKf tears, loose hems, and seams.

• Treat spots and stains. (See “Removing

Stains” on pages 15-17.)

• Stained or wet garments should be

washed promptly for best results.

• Separate dark colors from light colors, colorfast items from noncolorfast items.

' Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy

cottons, knits, delicate items).

Loading

• Drop items into washer loosely. Fill to the top

of the basket, but do not wrap

p-' ^ J items around the agitator.

C Items should move easily

y ^ \ through wash water for best

cleaning and wrinkle-free

^ results. Items should sink and

reetppear later.

• Load washer properly and select con’ect 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 Kerns faster (because of pilling).

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' Load by the amount of space Kerns take

up, not by their weight.

' Mix large and small items in each load.

Load evenly to maintain washer balance. An off balance load can make the washer vibrate during spin.

• Use a large load size setting to reduce wrinkling wKh permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits. These Kerns should

have nrrore room to move in the water than heavy Kerns (towels, jeans).

• Reduce wash time when using a small

load size setting. Loads wKh only a few small Kerns need less wash time.

LAUNDRY TIPS

Loading suggestions

For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the highest water level setting.

USHERS

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

Permanent Press

2 double or sheets 10 hand towels 1 king size

sheet(s) 8 T-shirts 1 tablecloth 1 dress 1 blouse 2 slacks 3 shirts chiefs 2 pillowcases

Mixed Load

3 double 10 bath towels

4 pillowcases

6 pair shorts

2 shirts

2 blouses

8 handker-

Towels

14 wash cloths 1 bathmat

Delicates

3 camisoles 1 quilted robe 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties 1 baby’s dress

Saving energy

• Use warm or cold wash water for most loads. 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.

' Avoid rewashing. Use enough detergent

and pretreat stains or heavy soils. Use the cycles and wash times recommended for the fabric and soil.

' Use your washer during off-peak hours -

usually early morning and late evening. (Ask your power company.)

Water Guidelines

Selecting water temperatures

WASH WATER TEMPERATURE*

HOT

130“F(54“C)

or 8ibove

WARM

90“-110"F

(32“ - 44“C)

COLD

70“ - 90“F (21“-32“C)

SUGGESTED FABRICS

• Work clothes

• Sturdy whites/colorfast pastels

• Diapers

• Dark/noncolorfast colors

• Permanent press items

• Nylon, polyester, acrylics. silks, woolens • Less fading and dye bleeding

• Knits/delicate fabrics

• Extra-sensitive colors

• Noncolorfast items

• Hand washables • Best rinse water temperature

LAUNDRY TIPS

COMMENTS

• Best cleaning for heavily soiled items

• Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils, and stains

• Prevents graying or yellowing

• Best for lightly soiled to moderately soiled items

• Safe for rrx>st fabric finishes

• Reduces wrinkling

• Best for very lightly soiled items

• Saves hot water

* The washer features cold rinses for all wash temperatures.

Checking hot water temperature

Your hot water should be 130“ F (54“C) or above. If you do not know your hot water temperature, you can check it easily. You may need to raise the temperature of your water heater. To check your hot water

1. RII a pan wKh 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 70“F (21 “C), 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;

• City water - ask the city water company.

• 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 153 parts/ million, you should consider:

• Installing a water softener.

• Using more detergent.

• Using a packaged water conditioner.

• 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

(electric or woolen)

Curtains, drapes, slipcovers

Diapers

Elastic, spandex

Flame-retardant clothing

Knits

Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and

time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses

may be necessary. Check care label to see if manufacturer recommends machine washing.

Wash small loads. Crowding may cause wrinkling. Replace slipcovers while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly.

NOTE: Sun-damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether hand or machine washed.

When using chlorine bleach for soaking, add extra detergent to the load. Avoid overuse of fabric softeners - absorbency will be

reduced.

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.

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

Plastic, rubber items

Quilts, bedspreads

Scatter rugs

Snowsuits, jackets

Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they will be

dried in a dryer.

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.

An extra rinse may be necessary.

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.

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

stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.

• 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 what kind of stain it is, how old the stain is, what kind of fabric it is, and if the fabric is cobrfast. (Check the care label.)

• Washing and drying can set some stains.

• Start with cold or warm water. Hot water can set some stains.

Stain removal guide

STAIN Alcoholic

beverage

Blood

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, arxl 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 3-5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. Wash.

' When bleach is recommended, use a

bleach that is safe for the fabric.

' Test stain removers on an inside seam or

hidden comer 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 forces 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.

Chewing gum

Chocolate or coffee

Crayon and candle wax

Cream, milk, or ice cream

Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. Let dry. Weish.

Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash 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.

Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Piece fabric between two blotters or facial tissue. Press with warm iron. Remove color stain with nonflammable fabric cleaner. Hand wash until stain is gone. If full load is crayon stained, take to cleaners or coin-operated dry cleaning machine.

Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner, 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.

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REMOVING STAINS

STAIN Deodorants

and anti-

perspirants

Fat, grease,

or oil

Fruit stains

Grass or green vegetabies

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 ammo nia and all-fabric bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water

safe for fabric.

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.

• Use talcum powder to absorb as much grease as possible. Sponge with

a nonflammable fabric cleaner. 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 tempera ture and bleach safe for the fabric. For colored fabrics, check colorfast ness before 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

iron or rust

Ketchup or

tomato

products

Lipstick

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 arrd 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.

Sponge immediately with a rionflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil and stain rermver. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash.

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.

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