Whirlpool WASHERS manual

UseAndCam A Note To You Understanding Washer Safety Knowing Your Washer’s Features d 0 aehyrng Your Other Features Laundry Tips If You Need Assistance Or Service Warranty 2 3 4 5 10 11 21 24 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[...]

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.[...]

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 featu[...]

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 ........................................[...]

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-[...]

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 wa[...]

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. Usin[...]

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 tu[...]

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 follow[...]

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 .......................[...]

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[...]

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 e[...]

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 [...]

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[...]

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 w[...]

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 a[...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 dete[...]

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 ca[...]

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 telephon[...]

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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[...]