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UseAndCam
A Note To You
Understanding
Washer Safety
Knowing Your
Washer’s Features
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0 aehyrng Your
Other Features
Laundry Tips
If You Need
Assistance
Or Service
Warranty
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1-800-253-1301
Call us with questions or comments.
ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS
A Note ToYou
Thank you for buying an Estate 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.
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.
Our Consumer Assistance number, l-800-253-1301, is
toll-free 24 hours a day.
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 us. When calling, you
will need to know your appliance’s complete model number and serial number. You can find this
information on the model 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 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 Phone
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons
when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the
l Read all instructions before using your
washer.
l 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.
l Do not tamper with the controls.
l 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 . . .
l Have only a qualified repairman install,
repair, or replace parts on washer.
l Do not allow children to operate, play with, l Maintain washer properly.
or crawl on or inside your washer. Super- . Protect washer from the weather and
vise children closely when your washer is
used near them. keep it where the temperature will not fall
below freezing.
l Before your washer is removed from l Install and level washer on a floor that
service or discarded, remove the lid to
prevent accidental entrapment. can support the weight.*
l Connect washer to the correct 3-prong
l After starting a cycle, do not reach into the
basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is outlet, electrical supply, water supply, and
drain.*
pushed in and all motion stops. l Ground washer properly.*
*See the Installation Instructions.
Understanding your responsibilities
l Store detergent, laundry aids and other l Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia
materials in a cool, dry place where
children cannot reach them (in a locked or acids (such as vinegar or rust re-
mover) in the same wash. Hazardous
cabinet if possible). fumes can form.
l Read and follow instructions on pack-
ages of detergent and laundry aids, * Unplug power supply cord before
attempting to service your washer.
especially warnings and precautions. l Do not machine wash fiberglass materi-
l Do not wash or dry items that are soiled als. Small particles can stick to the
with vegetable or cooking oil. These fabrics washed in following loads and
items may contain some oil after launder- cause skin irritation.
ing. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric
may smoke or catch fire by itself.
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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.
Load size Temperature
selector selector
I I I Cycle control knob
Agitator
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Consumer Assistance
Center number
(1-800-253-1301)
Model and serial
/d-b I Basket
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Tub
Other features not shown:
Self-cleaning lint filter’
Manual clean lint filter (inside agitator)*
*Available on some models
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Operating Your Washer
In This Section
Paw Paw
Before starting your washer T5 ............................. 9electing a cycle and time .............................. 6
Starting or stopping your washer .................... .5 Using rinse and spin ........................................ 6
6elacting a load size .......................................... 5 Using drain and spin ....................................... 6
6eleclfng wash+inse temperaturw ................ .6 mat happens in each cyck .......................... .9
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 with 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. Make other selec-
tions, if necessary.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob.
Refer to pages 6-9 for additional information to
help you make selections.
Stopplng and restarting your washer:
l To stop the washer at any time, push in the
Cycle Control Knob.
l To restart the washer, close the lid (if
necessary) 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.
To change the load size setting after the
washer has started to fill, move the Selector to
the desired new setting.
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Load size tips
l 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.
l Use a large load size setting for best results
with permanent press clothes.
l 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
l Use warm water with the Permanent
Press and Shot-l cycles.
l Always use cold rinse water for permanent
press fabrics.
l For heavily soiled permanent press or knit
clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak before wash-
ing in warm water.
See the “Water usage guide” on page 15 for
more information.
Selecting a cycle and time
Cycles may vary with model
Permanent Press cycle
The Permanent Press cycle features a cool-
down rinse and shorter spins to reduce
wrinkling.
l Use 8 minutes of wash time to clean
moderately soiled permanent press and
some synthetic fabrics.
l Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean lightly
soiled permanent press and some synthetics.
NOTE: The washer pauses briefly during the
wash cycle. This is normal for washer
operation.
Soak cycle
(on some models)
Short cycle
The Soak cycle features brief periods of
agitation and soak time to help remove heavy
soils and stains that need pretreatment.
l Use warm water when soaking laundry (hot
water can set stains). See page 12 for stain
removal information.
l Use the amount of detergent or presoak
additive recommended by manufacturer.
l After the Soak cycle ends, add detergent and
set a new wash cycle.
Soak cycle
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 clock-
wise to one of the dots on the dial, as
illustrated.
2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer
will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain,
and spin.
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 clock-
wise until indicator points to the bar located
just before an OFF area on the dial, as
illustrated.
2.
Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer
will drain and spin.
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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 with the selected water
temperature before agitation and timing start.
The washer will begin agitating immediately
after filling; agitation can occur with the washer
lid up or down. After agitation starts, the knob
turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the
cycle ends.
The washer pauses brlefly throughout
each cycle. These pauses are normal for
washer operation.
Regular and Short cycles
Fill to selected load size
Wash selected time
Drain-No agitation
Spin
Fill
Rinse
Drain-No agitation
IsitJ
Spin-Spray rinse
Spin
Permanent Press cycle
Fill to selected load size
Wash selected time
Fill to selected load size
Brief agitation
Drain-No agitation
Spin
Fill
Rinse
Drain-No agitation
Spin-Spray rinse
Spin
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Other Features
In This Section Page
Using the chlorine bleach diepeneer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Self-cleaning lint filtar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Page
Manuel clean lint filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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.
Using the chlorine bleach dispenser
(on some models)
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.
Self-cleaning 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.
Self&leaning Basket
lint filter interior
Manual clean lint filter
(on some models)
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.
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Agitator barrel Manual clean
lint filter
Laundry Tips
In This Section
Page
Bafore you wash ............................................... 11
Removing stains ............................................... 12
Watar usage guide ............................................ 15
Using laundry aids ........................................... 16
Washing epecial-care items ............................ 17
Page
Solving Isundaring problems ...................... .19
Caring for your washer.. ................................ 20
Saving energy ............................................... .20
Winterizing your washer .............................. .20
This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information and
discusses solutions to common laundering problems.
Before you wash
l Empty pockets and turn them inside out.
Preparing clothes for washing
l Turn down cuffs and brush away lint and dirt.
l Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.
l Close zippers, snaps and hooks to avoid
snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles
and other hard objects to avoid scratching
the washer interior.
l Remove unwashable trim and ornaments.
l Tie strings and sashes so they will not
tangle.
l Mend tears, loose hems and seams.
l Treat spots and stains. (See page 12 for
pretreatment and stain removal information.)
l Stained or wet garments should be washed
promptly for best results.
Sorting
l Separate dark from light colors, colorfast
from non-colorfast.
l Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy
cottons, knits, delicate items).
l Separate heavily soiled items from lightly
soiled ones even it they would normally be
washed together.
l Separate lint givers (towels, chenille) from
lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent
press). When possible, turn lint givers inside
out.
l Load washer properly. Overloading or
Loading
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.
l Items should move easily through wash
water for best cleaning and wrinkle-free
results. Watch for rollover. Items should sink
and reappear later.
l 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.
l 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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Loading suggestions
For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest water level setting.
LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS
Heavy Work Clothes Permanent Press Mixed Load Towels
2 pair-pants
3 shirts
3 pair jeans
1 coverall
Knits
2 slacks
2 blouses
4 shirts
4 tops 2 bras
2 dresses 2 nighties
1 double sheet
1 tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases
2 double or 1 king
size sheet
4 pillowcases
6 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
6 handkerchiefs
8 bath towels
8 hand towels
10 wash cloths
1 bathmat
Delicate8
2 camisoles
4 slips
4 panties
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
1 tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases
Removing stains
Stained, heavily soiled or greasy items may
need to be pre-washed or soaked for best
results. Soaking helps remove protein-type
stains like blood, milk, or grass. Pre-washing
helps loosen soil before washing.
Pre-washing or soaking
Use warm water for soaking or pre-washing
stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.
Stain removal rules
l Most stains are easier to remove when they
are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out.
Follow package directions for pretreatment
products.
l 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.
Mixed Loed
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
6 handkerchiefs
Towels
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
1 bathmat
Delicate8
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties
1 baby’s dress
How old the stain is (washing and drying
can set some stains).
l Start with cold or warm water. Hot water can
set some stains.
l When bleach is recommended, use a bleach
that is safe for the fabric. Dilute chlorine
bleach.
l Test stain removers on an inside seam or
hidden corner of the item to see if the color is
removed.
l 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.
l Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help
break down some protein stains so they are
easier to remove.
l Use non-flammable dry cleaning solvents in
a well-ventilated room.
Stain removal guide
STAIN
Alcoholic
beverage
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.
Blood
Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes OI
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.
Catsup or
Sponge immediately with a non-flammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a
tomato
prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid
products
detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash.
Chewing
Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a non-
gum flammable dry cleaning solvent. Let dry. Wash.
Chocolate
or Sponge immediately with a non-flammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a
coffee 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.
Crayon and Scrape
off excess with a dull knife. Place fabric between two blotters or facial
candle wax
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.
Cream, milk
Sponge with a non-flammable dry cleaning solvent, or a prewash soil and stain
or ice cream
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.
Deodorants Llght stain:
Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Wast
and anti-
in hottest water safe for fabric.
perspirants Heavy staln:
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.
Fat, grease
See Warning on page 3, then remove stains using one of the methods below.
or oil
Always hand wash before machine laundering.
l Use pretreatment stain remover. Follow label directions. Wash in hottest
water safe for fabric.
l Use talcum powder to absorb as much grease as possible. Sponge with a
non-flammable dry cleaning solvent. Rinse. Wash.
l Treat with liquid detergent or rub a detergent paste on the stain. Wash
using hottest water safe for fabric.
Fruit stains Fresh stalns:
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 stalns:
Sponge with white vinegar. Rinse. Repeat procedure for fresh
stains.
Grass or
green
vegetables
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 non-flammable dry cleaning solvent. If stain remains,
bleach with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse. Rewash.
STAIN
Ink or
ballpoint
pen ink
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.)
Iron or rust
Colored or non-colorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun
to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.
White or colorfast ttems: Try a rust remover. Test first on inside seam or
hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions.
Lipstick
Apply non-flammable 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.
Meat juice,
Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold or
warm
water with enzyme
egg presoak at least 30 minutes. Treat grease stains with a non-flammable dry
cleaning solvent. Wash.
Mildew
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.
Mustard
Treat immediately. Scrape off excess mustard. Sponge with a non-flammable
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
Always hand wash before machine laundering.
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.
011 base: Scrape off fresh paint. Sponge with a non-flammable dry cleaning
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 stalns: Apply ammonia to stain. Rinse. Launder to remove ammonia
odor.
Old stalns: 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.
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Water usage guide
Water temperature
WASH
HOT
I 30°F
(54°C)
or above
WARM
90”-110°F
(32’-44%)
RINSE USE FOR COMMENTS
COLD l Sturdy whites and l Gives best cleaning for heavy
colorfast pastels soils.
l Diapers l Removes oils, perspiration, greasy
l Heavy soils soils and stains.
l Work clothes l Prevents graying and yellowing.
l Normally soiled permanent l Helps remove wrinkles from
press and synthetic items permanent press.
COLD l Light and moderate soils l Safe for most fabric finishes.
l Dark or non-colorfast l Less fading and dye bleeding.
colors l Reduces wrinkling.
l Knits and delicate fabrics
l Nylons, polyesters,
acrylics, silks, woolens
l Prewash, soak
COLD
70”-90°F
(21”-32°C)
COLD l Rinsing, for all fabrics l Saves hot water.
l Extra sensitive colors l Less effective cleaning than hot or
(non-colorfast) warm water.
l Very lightly soiled items l Use liquid detergent, or dissolve
l Moderately soiled items if powdered detergent in warm water
extra detergent is added before adding to cold wash water.
l Pretreat spots, stains and heavy or
greasy soils.
l Use longest wash time in cycle
selected.
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.
Water hardness
Many poor washing results can be traced to
wash water hardness. To check your water
hardness:
2. Place a candy or cooking thermometer in
water to check the temperature.
If you do not have a faucet at your wash site,
l City water-ask your city water company.
l Well water-call your Cooperative Extension
Service.
collect water from the faucet closest to your
washer.
NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder
than 70°F (21 ‘C):
l Detergents do not dissolve well.
l Soils are difficult to remove.
l Some fabrics will retain wear wrinkles and
may have increased pilling.
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:
l Consider installing a water softener.
l Use more detergent.
l Use a packaged water conditioner.
l Do not use soap.
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Using laundry aids
Follow package instructions when using laundry
aids. (See “Removing Stains” on page 12, for
more information.)
Chlorine bleach
l Use bleach dispenser if your machine has
one.
l If your washer does not have a bleach dis-
penser:
1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the
load.
2. Dilute measured bleach in 1 quart (1L) of
water.
3. Pour bleach around agitator, not directly on
load.
l Follow directions on care labels. Do not use
chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex,
acetates or some flame-retardant fabrics.
l 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.
l 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
l Powdered or liquid all-fabric bleach may be
used on all types of fabrics.
l Do not use all-fabric bleach in the bleach
dispenser because it may clog.
Detergent
l Using too little detergent is a common cause
of laundry problems. Follow manufacturer’s
directions. Measure accurately, especially
when using ultra detergents. Package direc-
tions are usually based on:
-moderate water hardness (4-6 grains)
-lightly soiled items
-normal mix loads.
l Use more detergent for:
-hard water
-cooler wash water
-full loads
-heavily soiled items.
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l 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.
l 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
l Add diluted fabric softener only in the final
rinse.
l Always dilute fabric softeners with l/z to 1 cup
(125 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric
softener can stain fabrics.
l 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.
l Too much fabric softener can make some
items (diapers and towels) non-absorbent. If
this happens, use less fabric softener or do
not use it every time.
Fire or Exploslon Hazard
l Store flammable solvents or liquids away
from your washer.
l Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should not
be put directly into your washer.
l 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 InJuv Hazard
l Never use chlorine bleach with ammonia
or acids. Hazardous fumes can form.
l Keep stain removal products out of the
reach of children . . . preferably in a
locked cabinet.
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, washable
Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time
woolens
according to the type of blanket or woolen being washed. Two rinses
may be necessary.
l Electric blankets,
woolen blankets,
washable woolen
garments
If manufacturer recommends machine washing:
1.
Measure blanket or trace outline of garment before washing.
2.
Add mild detergent to washer. Fill and agitate briefly to dissolve
detergent.
3. Stop washer. Load items evenly around agitator. Soak 10 to
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 item on flat surface and block by gently stretching to original
measurement. Woolens tend to shrink more the first time they are
washed. This is normal.
Curtains, drapes,
slipcovers
Wash small loads. Crowding will cause wrinkling.
1.
Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt.
2. Wash following manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE:
l Sun-damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether hand or
machine washed.
Diapers
l Replace slipcovers while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly.
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, spandex
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.
Flame-retardant
clothing
Items will be clearly labeled as flame-retardant. Follow manufacturer’s
instructions to retain flame retardant qualities.
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Fiberglass
materials
Knits
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.
Pillows, stuffed
toys
Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they are
dryer dried.
1.
Add detergent; 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.
Plastic, rubber
items
Quilts, bedspreads
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 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.
Snowsuits, jackets,
etc. 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.
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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
l Chlorine staining
l Iron in water heater or pipes
l Iron and manganese in water
Dye transfer
l Improper sorting
l Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle
Gray whites,
dingy colors
l Improper sorting
. Water temperature too low
l Not enough detergent
Greasy looking
spots
l Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water)
l Undiluted fabric softener or fabric softener poured directly on load
l Fabric softener in wash water
l Not enough detergent
Lint
l Improper sorting
l Paper or tissue in pockets
l Pilling being mistaken for lint
l Overloading
l Not enough detergent
l Clogged lint filter
Load too wet
after spin
Shrinking
l Cold rinses
l Lid is opened before spinning is completed
l Fabric type (some knits stretch during manufacturing-laundering returns
fabric to original size)
l Care label directions not followed
Snags, rips, holes
l Items damaged before washing
l Misuse of chlorine bleach
l Sharp articles not removed from pockets
l Overloading
l Fasteners not fastened
Stiff, rough fabrics
l Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water)
(usually cottons)
l Not enough detergent
l Line drying
Twisting, tangling
l Overloading
l Improper loading (do not wrap large items around agitator)
Wrinkling
l Overloading
l Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle
l Improper rinse temperature
l Cycle selection is incorrect (based on fabric type)
Yellow areas
l Water temperature too low
(from body oils)
l Not enough detergent
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Caring for your washer
To keep your washer looking like new:
l Wipe up detergent, bleach or other spills with
a soft, damp cloth as they occur.
l Sharp or heavy objects should not be put on
or in the washer. Check pockets for bolts,
nuts, etc.
l 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.
l When removing hard water deposits, use
only cleaners labeled as being washer safe.
l 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 orocess.
Saving energy
l Use hot water only when washing heavy,
greasy soils or whites.
. Use cold rinses.
l Wash full loads.
l Use lower water levels when washing small
loads.
l 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.
l Use your washer during off-peak hours-
usually early morning and late evening. (Ask
your power company.)
Winterizing your washer
Install and store your washer where it will not To use the washer aaaln . . .
freeze. Because-some water stays in the
washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer 1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
is stored or moved during freezing weather, 2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
winterize it. 3. Turn on both water faucets.
1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect the 4. Run the washer through a complete cycle
drain water inlet hoses. with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean
2. Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in out antifreeze.
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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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 our Consumer Assistance
Center for help or calling for senrice, 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.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Washer will
Power cord is not plugged into a Firmly plug power cord into a live circuit
not fill
live circuit with proper voltage. with proper voltage. Check circuit
voltage at your home’s fuse/circuit
breaker box.
Household fuse has blown or Replace fuse with a time-delay fuse of
circuit breaker has tripped. A time- the correct capacity. Reset circuit
delay fuse has not been used. breaker.
Both hot and cold water faucets Open both faucets.
are not open.
Water supply hoses are kinked. Straighten hoses.
Cycle control knob is not set or Set cycle control knob and pull out
pulled out. firmly.
Washer does
Lid is open. Close lid firmly.
not spin
Power cord is not plugged into a Firmly plug power cord into a live circuit
live circuit with proper voltage. with proper voltage. Check circuit
voltage at your home’s fuse/circuit
breaker box.
Household fuse has blown or Replace fuse with a time-delay fuse of
circuit breaker has tripped. A time- the correct capacity. Reset circuit
delay fuse has not been used. breaker.
Washer stops
Washer pauses briefly at different Wait a minute to see if washer starts
during a cycle times in each cycle. These pauses cycle again.
are
normal.
Power cord is not plugged into Firmly plug power cord into a live circuit
a live circuit with proper voltage. with proper voltage. Check circuit
voltage at your home’s fuse/circuit
breaker box.
Household fuse has blown or Replace fuse with a time-delay fuse of
circuit breaker has tripped. A time- the correct capacity. Reset circuit
delay fuse has not been used. breaker.
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PROBLEM
Washer fills and
drains without
running
j-Lie?y
Set cycle control knob on correct
Washer drains
during wash
and rinse
cycles, or water
siphons out
Drain hose is lower than the
water level in the washer. so that it is higher
than the water level in the washer.
2. If you need assistance . . .
Call Whlrlpool Consumer Assistance
Center telephone number. Dial free from
anywhere In the U.S.:
1-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained consultants.
The consultant can instruct you in how to
obtain satisfactory operation from your appli-
ance or, if service is necessary, recommend
a qualified service company in your area.
If you prefer, write to:
Mr. William Clark
Consumer Assistance Representative
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
Please include a daytime phone number in
your correspondence.
3. If you need service . . .
Whirlpool has a nationwide
-’ /7 network of authorized
WY
;
acn.m.E
WhirlpoolSM service
companies. Whirlpool
service technicians are
trained to fulfill the product
warranty and provide after-warranty service,
anywhere in the United States. To locate the
authorized Whirlpool service company in your
area, call our Consumer Assistance Center
telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your
telephone directory Yellow Pages under:
‘APPLIANCE-HOUSEHOLD- ‘WASHING MACHINES 6
MUOR, SERVICE 6 REPAlR DRYERS, SERVICE 6 REPAIR
-Sea WhIrlpool Appllancss or
AJhorlzed Whirlpool Sewiar
(Emmplet XI2 Service Co.)
- See: Whirlpool Appllences or
Authorized Whirlpool Selvlcs
(Exampkmz service Co.)
4. If you need FSP@ replace-
ment parts . . .
FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool
Corporation for quality parts. Look for this
symbol of quality whenever you need a
replacement part for your Estate appliance.
FSP replacement parts will fit right and work
right, because they are made to the same
exacting specifications used to build every
new Estate appliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts in your
area, refer to Step 3 above or call the
Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center
number in Step 2.
5. If you are not satisfied with
how the problem was
solved . . .
l Contact the Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel (MACAP). MACAP is a group
of independent consumer experts that voices
consumer views at the highest levels of the
major appliance industry.
l Contact MACAP only when the dealer,
authorized servicer and Whirlpool have
failed to resolve your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
l MACAP will in turn inform us of your action.
Gearcase
assembly covered
by your warranty
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ESTATE=’
Automatic Washer Warranty
LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FULL ONE-YEAR
FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in
WARRANTY
materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an autho-
From Date of Purchase rized WhirlpoolSM service company.
LIMITED FIVE-Y EAR
FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defec-
WARRANTY
tive in materials or workmanship. The gearcase assembly is shown
From Date of Purchase in the ‘Assistance or Service’ section of this book.
FSP replacement parts for any top and lid rust.
LlMmED TEN-Y EAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack, or fail to contain water,
due to defective materials or workmanship.
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. s-92
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may also apply. For details, please contact your
authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
If you need service, first see the “Assistance or Service” section of this book. After checking
‘Assistance or Service,” additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center
telephone number, 1-808-253-l
301,
from anywhere in the U.S.
PART NO. 3357464
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