Whirlpool 3366869 User Manual [en, es]

ROPER

Use And Care

A Note to You Washer Safety Parts and Features . Operating Your

Washer

Caring for Your

Washer

Laundry Tips

Removing Stains .... ...16

Troubleshooting ............19

Warranty

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3366869

TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER

Two Speed Automatic Washer

Model: Importer

VITROMATIC COMMERCIAL, S.A. DE C.V. Av. San Nicolás 2121 Nte. Col. 1o. de Mayo, C.P. 64550

Monterrey, N.L., MEXICO

Tel. (lada 918) 329-22-00

Exporter

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION Benton Harbor, Mich. 49022 U.S.A.

Technical Specifications

• Nominal power: 1 000 W

• Operation frequency: 60 Hz

• High tension feed: 127V~

7RAS4222

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.

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 model and serial number plate (see diagram on page 5 for location of plate).

Please also record the purchase date of your appliance 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

Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll-free.

91-800-83-004

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

•Read all instructions before using the washer.

•Do not wash articles that have

been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable, or

explosive substances as they

give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

•Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable, or explosive substances to the

wash water. These substances

give off vapors that could ignite or explode.

•Under certain conditions, hydro gen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more.

HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLO

SIVE. If the hot water system has

not been used for such a period, before using the washing machine,

turn on all hot water faucets and

let the water flow from each for

several minutes. This will release

any accumulated hydrogen gas.

As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

•Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervi sion of children is necessary when the washer is used near children.

•Before the washer is removed from service or discarded,

remove the door.

• Do not reach into the washer

if the tub or agitator is moving.

•Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.

•Do not tamper with controls.

•Do not repair or replace any part

of the washer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.

•See Installation Instructions for grounding requirements.

This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or other injuries.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

Parts and Features

The parts and 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 more information about the features.

Model 7RAS4222

Water level selector

(p. 6)

Cycle control knob

Model and serial

number plate

(under lid)

(p. 7)

Basket

Control Panel

Tub

Manual clean lint filter

(p. 10)

Operating Your Washer

To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Page references are inciuded for more information.

AWARNING

AjjL

Explosion Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other fiammabie fiuids.

Do not wash or dry items soiied with vegetabie or cooking oiis because they may contain some oii after

iaundering.

Doing so can result in death, expiosion, or fire.

Starting your washer

1. Add measured detergent to the washer. Then place a sorted load of

clothes in the washer.

• Sort and ioad ciothes as described on

pages 12 and 13.

• If desired, you may also add color safe bleach to the wash load.

2. Close the washer lid.

AWARNING

Eiectricai Shock Hazard

Piug into a grounded 3 prong outiet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions

can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

3. Turn the WATER LEVEL Selector to the setting that corresponds with the size of your wash load and the type of fabric being washed.

• Your washer has 2 water level selec

tions: Small and Large.

• To change the load size setting after

the washer has started to fill, turn the Selector to the desired new setting.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

4. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want. See pages 7 and 8.

5. Pull out Cycle Control Knob to start washer.

6. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add mea sured liquid chlorine bleach after the washer starts agitating. See page 10.

7. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add mea sured and diluted liquid fabric softener to the final rinse cycle. See page 10.

Stopping/restarting your washer

• 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.

PULL START PUSH STOP

• The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal for washer operation.

• Refer to page 9 to learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash cycle.

• Also, refer to page 9 to help you under stand what happens during a wash cycle.

PERMANENT

4 COLD PRESS

4 CYCLE 2 SPEED

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

Normal cycle

The Normal cycle features high agitation

speeds for maximum cleaning, and high spin speeds to shorten drying time. Use this cycie for cieaning cotton and iinen fabrics.

• Seiect HEAVY, 14 minutes of wash time with warm water, to clean heavily soiled

loads.

• Select REGULAR, 10 minutes of wash time with warm water, to clean moderately soiled loads.

• Select COLD, 6 minutes of wash time, to clean lightly soiled loads.

Short/Knits cycle

The Short/Knits cycle features a brief soak and reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal. Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling. Use this cycle for cleaning delicate items and washable knits that are lightly, moder ately, or heavily soiled. A cold wash will provide 4 minutes of wash time. A warm wash will provide 6 to 8 minutes of wash time.

Permanent Press cycle

The Permanent Press cycle features a cool-down rinse and low spin speeds to

reduce wrinkling. Use this cycle for cleaning

permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are lightly, moderately, or heavily soiled. A cold wash will provide 4 minutes of wash

time. A warm wash will provide 8 to 10

minutes of wash time.

Rinse and spin cycle

When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. Push the Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to RINSE. Pull the Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to the selected water level, agitate, drain, and spin.

Drain and spin cycle

A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. Push the Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to SPIN. Pull the Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will drain and spin.

Cycle options

You may select different wash time and water temperature combinations by first selecting the water temperature (Warm or Cold) and then turning to the new wash time. For example, for 14 minutes of wash time in the Normal cycle with cold water:

1. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the COLD setting.

2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob and allow your washer to fill.

3. When your washer has filled, push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob to

HEAVY, 14 minutes of wash time.

4. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

Understanding normal washer sounds

Your new washer may make sounds that your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are

unfamiliar, you may be concerned about

them. Don’t be; most of them are normal.

The following describes some of the sounds

you may hear and what causes them.

During washing

When you select a small load size setting for a small wash load, your washer has a lower water level. With this lower water level, you may hear a clicking sound from the upper portion of the agitator.

During drain

The rate that water is drained from your washer depends on your installation. If water is drained quickly from the washer, you may hear air being pulled through the pump. This happens during the end of draining.

After drain and before spin

When the cycle changes from draining to spinning, you may hear gears engaging.

Understanding 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 occurs with the washer lid up or down.

During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous rollover action that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash load.

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 normal for

washer operation.

WASH

Fill

Wash selected time

ft]

Draint

No agitation

tJhe Permanent Press cycle partially

drains, fills, agitates briefly, and drains.

Spin

RINSE

Fill

Rinse

Drain-No agitation

Spin-Spray rinse

Spin

Off

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

Manual clean lint filter

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 the agitator barrel and snap it into place.

Adding liquid chlorine bleach

Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 250 mL (1 cup) for a full load. Follow manufacturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling.

1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load.

2. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be

removed in the rinse cycle. Pour bleach

around agitator, not directly on load.

• Follow directions on care labels. Do not

use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates, or some flameretardant fabrics.

• When soaking with chlorine bleach, add

detergent to soak water.

Agitator barrel

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.

Manual clean lint filter

Adding liquid fabric softener

• Always dilute fabric softener with 125 to

250 mL {Vz to 1 cup) warm water. Undi luted fabric softener can stain fabrics.

• Add diluted fabric softener only in the

final rinse.

• Fabric softener 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.

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. Occa sionally 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.

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

in the basket.

4. Run washer on a drain and spin setting

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

5. Unplug the power supply cord.

Interior

Clean interior with 250 mL (1 cup) of chlo

rine bleach mixed with 500 ml (2 cups) of detergent. Run washer through a complete cycle using hot water. Repeat process if

necessary.

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

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 250 ml (1 cup) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.

Laundry Tips

This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additional washing information.

Preparing clothes for washing

• Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Remove non washable trim and ornaments.

• Empty pockets and turn them inside out.

• Turn down cuffs, brush away lint and dirt.

• Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid

pilling.

Sorting

Separate heavily-soiled items from lightly-

soiled ones, even if they would normally be washed together. Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (cord

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

• Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle.

• Mend tears, loose hems, and seams.

• Treat spots and stains. (See “Removing Stains” on pages 16-18.)

• 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

n top of the basket, but do not

' C wrap items around the agitator.

/ \ Items should move easily

through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle-free results.

Items should sink and reappear later.

• Load washer properly and select correct 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 items faster (because of pilling).

Load by the amount of space items 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 with permanent press clothes and some synthetic knits. These items should have more room to move in the water than heavy items (towels, jeans).

' Reduce wash time when using a small

load size setting. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time.

LAUNDRY TIPS

Water Guidelines

Loading suggestions

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

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

Permanent Press

2 double or 1 king size

sheet(s)

1 tablecloth

1 dress

1 blouse 2 slacks 3 shirts 2 pillowcases

Mixed Load

3 double

sheets 4 pillowcases 8 T-shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses

8 handker

chiefs

Towels

10 bath towels 10 hand towels 14 wash cloths

1 bath mat

Delicates

3 camisoles 1 quilted robe

4 slips

4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties

1 baby’s dress

Selecting water temperatures

WASH WATER TEMPERATURE^

HOT

54°C (130°F)

or above

WARM

32° - 44°C (90° - 110°F)

COLD

21° - 32°C (70° - 90° F)

SUGGESTED FABRICS

• Work clothes

• Sturdy whites/colorfSst pastels

• Diapers

• Dark/noncolorfast colors

• Permanent press items

• Nylon, polyester, acrylics. silks, woolens

• Knits/delicate fabrics

• Extra-sensitive colors

• Noncolorfast items

• Hand washables

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 most fabric finishes

• Less fading and dye bleeding

• Reduces wrinkling

• Best for very lightly soiled items

• Saves hot water

• Best rinse water temperature

^ The washer features cold rinses for all wash temperatures.

LAUNDRY TIPS

Checking hot water

temperature

Your hot water should be 54°C (130°F) 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. Fill a pan with 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 21 °C (70°F), detergents do not dissolve well. Also, soils may be difficult to remove,

and some fabrics may retain wear wrinkles and may have increased pilling.

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.

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.

• 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.)

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 Blankets

(electric or woolen)

Curtains, drapes, siipcovers

Diapers

Eiastic, spandex Elastic picks up oil from the body. Oil can damage elastic. Wash

Flame-retardant

clothing

Knits, washable Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However,

CARE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

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.

this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and dam

aged when washed (especially bull^ 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 Do not wash cotton-filled comforters unless they are quilted or

Scatter rugs Shake or vacuum rugs to remove loose dirt. Wash more than one

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.

stitched. Tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy. An extra rinse may be necessary.

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 colorfast. (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, and 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 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 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. Wash.

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. Place 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.

REMOVING STAINS

STAIN

______

Deodorants Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent, and anti- Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.

perspirants Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammo

TO REMOVE

nia and color safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.

AWARNING

Fire Hazard

Do not wash or dry items soiled with vegetable or cooking oils because they may contain some oil after laundering.

Doing so can result in death or fire.

Fat, grease,

or oil

Fruit stains

Grass or green vegetables

Ink or ballpoint pen ink

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

Items soiled with vegetable or cooking oil should not be washed or dried. 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 color safe 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 fabric cleaner. If stain

remains, bleach with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse. Rewash.

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 and other indelible inks

are almost impossible to remove completely.)

sun to dry. Rinse thoroughiy. 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.

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