Whirlpool GSL9365EQ0 manuale d’uso

A Note to Y ou ............ 2 W asher Safety .......... 3 Par ts and Features .. . 4 Operating Y our W asher ...................... 5 Caring for Y our W asher .................... 11 T roubleshooting ...... 12 Requesting Assistance or Service .................... 16 Index ....................... 19 W arranty ................. 20 In the U.S.A. for a[...]

2 A N OTE TO Y OU Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL * appliance. The Whirlpool Brand is committed to designing quality products that consistently perform for you to make your life easier. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintai[...]

3 W ASHER S AFETY IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING – T o 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 [...]

4 Load Size Load Size Speed Select Speed Select Heavy Duty • Large Capacity Heavy Duty • Large Capacity Extra Large Medium Large Pull Start Pull Start Push Stop Push Stop Permanent Press Normal Super Wash Super Wash Hand Washables Hand Washables Regular Light Normal Light Normal Soft Wash Heavy Delicates Spin Spin Spin Spin Spin Spin Spin Spin [...]

5 To get the best washing results possible, you must use your washer correctly. This section tells you how to use your washer properly and efficiently. U SING YOUR WASHER O PERA TING Y OUR W ASHER 1. Measure detergent and pour it into the washer. • If desired, you may also add powder or liquid color-safe bleach. • Add extra detergent for the Su[...]

6 6. T ur n the Load Size selector to the corr ect setting for your wash load and the type of fabric being washed. • Your washer has five load size settings. • Choose a load size that allows the load to move freely for best fabric care. See “Loading” later in this section. • Change the setting after the washer has started filling by turni[...]

7 OPERATING YOUR WASHER U SING YOUR WASHER ( CONT . ) 10. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it to the wash cycle you want. See “Cycle descriptions” later in this section. • Reduce the wash time when using a small load size setting. 11 . Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washer. NOTE: To stop the washer at any time, push in th[...]

8 OPERATING YOUR WASHER C YCLE DESCRIPTIONS U Ultimate Care * cycle (Hand W ashables) The Ultimate Care (Hand Washables) cycle features a series of brief, extra low-speed agitations (7 seconds) and short soaks (12 seconds) to gently clean special-care items. Extra low spin speeds minimize wrinkling. Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean lightly soile[...]

9 R INSE / DRAIN AND SPIN Rinse and Spin feature When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. • For an additional rinse and spin, push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of the Rinse settings. The washer fills to the selected load size, ag[...]

10 U NDERST ANDING WHA T 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 XTRA ROLL ACTION* agitator creates[...]

11 W INTER STORAGE , MOVING , V ACA TION CARE C ARING FOR Y OUR W ASHER Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. C LEANING YOUR W ASHER Cleaning the exterior Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as detergent or bleach. Occasionally wipe the outside [...]

12 T ROUBLESHOOTING Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for common washing problems . If you need further assistance, see the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section. C OMMON W ASHING PROBLEMS Problem ... W asher leaks NOTE: After checking these, check household plumbing. W asher w[...]

13 C OMMON W ASHING PROBLEMS ( CONT . ) Solution ... • This is normal. • This is normal. • Plug in power cord. • Turn timer knob to the right slightly and pull to start. • Clean screens. • Turn on water . • Reverse hoses. • Straighten hoses. • Plug in power cord. • Check electrical source or call electrician. • Replace fuse or[...]

14 C OMMON W ASHING PROBLEMS ( CONT . ) Solution ... • Sort lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy , synthetics). Also sort by color . • Lint can be trapped in load if over- loaded. W ash smaller loads. • Clean out pockets before washing. • Use enough detergent to hold lint in water . • Use wash water warmer than 70°F [...]

15 C OMMON W ASHING PROBLEMS ( CONT . ) Problem ... Load is tangled/ twisted Clogged dispensers or bleach leaking Gray whites, dingy colors Solution ... • Loads should move freely during wash. W ash smaller loads. • Do not wrap items around agitator . • Dilute fabric softener in the dispenser . • Add powder or liquid color-safe bleach direc[...]

16 R EQUESTING A SSIST ANCE OR S ERVICE To avoid unnecessary service calls, please check the “Troubleshooting” section. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. I F YOU NEED ASSIST ANCE OR SERVICE IN THE U.S.A. Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center toll free at 1-800-253-1301. Ou[...]

17 REQUESTING ASSIST ANCE OR SERVICE I F YOU NEED ASSIST ANCE OR SERVICE IN C ANAD A 2. If you need service † ... Contact your nearest Inglis Limited Appliance Service branch or authorized servicing outlet to service your appliance. (See list below.) 1. If the problem is not due to one of the items listed in “Troubleshooting” † ... Contact [...]

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19 I NDEX This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE ASSISTANCE ....................................................... 16-17 CLEANING Exterior ................................................................... 11 Interior ................................................[...]

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