AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Design 2000”
Large Capacity
Model
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Parts and features
LOAD
LAUNDRY
INFORMATION
TEMPERATURE MAGIC CLEAN@
LINT FILTER
(not shown)
CYCLE
CLOTHES
/ GUARD
LIQUID FABRIC
SOFTENER DISPENSER
- LIQUID BLEACH
DISPENSER
- MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
(not shown)
1 AGITATOR
\ BASKET
Remove the Consumer
Buy Guide label. It will be
easier to remove before
the washer is used.
You should wipe out the
basket with a damp cloth
before using to remove
dust from storing or
shipping.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers (from plateunderthe lid nearthe
hinge).
2. Purchase date from sales slip,
Copy this information in these spaces. Purchase Date
Keep this book in the Laundry Information Center with your “Laundry Guide,”
sales slip and warranty.
There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase is all
that is required for in-warranty service.
Model Number
Serial Number
Service Company!
Phone Number
Your responsibilities
Read this ‘*Us& and Care Guide”
and your “Laundry Guide” carefully for important use and safety
information.
You are personally responsible
for making sure that your
washer.. .
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is installed by a qualified installer.
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is properly installed and
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leveled on a floor that can
support the weight.’
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is connected to the right kind
of outlet, electric supply, water
supply and drain.’
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is properly grounded.*
i is used only for jobs normally
expected of home automatic
washers.
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is properly maintained.
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is protected from the weather
and kept where the tempera-
ture will not fall below freezing.
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is not run by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
*See the “Installation Instructions”
for complete information
Contents
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 3
SAFETY FIRST 3
STARTING YOUR WASHER . 4
WHAT HAPPENS IN
EACH CYCLE 6
OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS 8
For a Rinse and Spin 8
For a Drain and Spin 8
For a Soak or Pre-Wash 8
Liquid Bleach
Dispenser. 9
Liquid Fabric Softener
Dispenser. 9
MAGIC CLEAN@ Lint
Filter, 9
CARING FOR YOUR
WASHER 10
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
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starting
your washer
Before starting
your washer:
I, Measure and add detergent.
2. Place sorted load in washer.
3. Start washer.
Select a
1. LOAD SIZE
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Turn the knob to point at a setting
that describes the size of load you
want to wash.
. Set the knob on or between EX
SMALL (a few items] and LARGE (a
full load).
See pages 6 and 7
of your “Laundry Guide:’
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level
for best permanent press results.
Select WATER
2.
TEMPERATURES
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Match the wash water temperature
to the type of fabrics and soils being
washed.
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All rinses are cold. Cold rinses save
energy and help prevent wrinkles
from setting into fabrics.
Recommended wash temperatures
can be found in your “Laundry Guide:
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1 LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS
For best cleaning results, the
load must be able to move freely
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in the water. Too big a load or too
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little water can cause wear or
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tearing of load items.
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‘, *Approximate u
fill with load. “-
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LARGE (17.3 gals./655 L)’
1.
” F.X SMALL (9.5 galsJ36.0 L)’
CAUTION :
DO NOT
OVERLOAD WASHER. ;
(14.7 galsJ55.7 L)*
(12.1 galsJ45.8 L)*
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