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    8527278B For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call 1-866-MYV ALET or visit our website at www .personalvalet.com ® ® O wner ’ s Manual How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system 8527278FB 9/25/02 8:30 AM Page 1[...]

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    A NOTE TO YOU ................................................................3 CLOTHES VIT ALIZER SAFETY..........................................4 Electrical Requirements ................................................6 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CLOTHES VIT ALIZER ..........7 ST ART -UP OVERVIEW ......................................................9[...]

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    3 A NOTE TO YOU Y our Clothes Are Ready When Y ou Are! Y our WHIRLPOOL ® PERSONAL V ALET ® clothes vitalizing system is a breakthrough in home fabric care that gets your clothes ready-to-wear in about 30 minutes (RegularCare cycle). The clothes vitalizer uses a two-stage process (except for the GENTLEDRY™ cycle. See “Cycle Selection.”) that[...]

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    S afe t y Please read and follow all Safety messages before using your clothes vitalizing system. Safety[...]

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    4 CLOTHES VIT ALIZER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. w DANGER w W ARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how [...]

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    5 CLOTHES VIT ALIZER SAFETY (cont.) 8527278Body 10/31/01 3:17 PM Page 4[...]

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    6 CLOTHES VIT ALIZER SAFETY (cont.) Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Do not use an extension cord. Do not use an adapter. Do not remove ground prong. W ARNING 120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only , 15- or 20-ampere fused electrical supply is requir[...]

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    Star t -u p How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system Start-up[...]

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    7 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CLOTHES VIT ALIZER 1 2 3 4 5 8 6 7 1. Exterior vent 2. Staging hooks 3. Hanger bar 4. Collection basin cover 5. Interior vent 6. Formula container 7. Draping bar indentations 8. Model/Serial Number label Accessories Included: 2 Clothes Hangers 2 Pant Hangers 1 Draping Bar 8 Heavy Clips 4 Light Clips 1 Mini Clip 1 Body Shaper [...]

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    8 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CLOTHES VIT ALIZER (cont.) Cycle Selections Lights indicate which stage the cycle is in Dry only cycle T ime Remaining lights show the time left in the cycle Selects audible signal Starts or cancels a cycle Formula Container Nozzle Pack Formula Label (Apply before first cycle. See Formula section.) Nozzle Plastic T ube Filter[...]

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    9 ST ART -UP OVERVIEW Before using your clothes vitalizer , remove all packaging materials. Read the entire Owner ’ s Manual and watch the Use and Care video located in the accessory box inside the clothes vitalizer . Y ou will find important safety information and operating instructions. Follow these 6 easy steps to look your best. NOTE: Do not [...]

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    10 ST ART -UP OVERVIEW (cont.) Certain fabrics and items should never be placed inside the clothes vitalizer . Below is a list of the fabrics and items that we do not recommend for use in the clothes vitalizer . This list will be updated periodically , so be sure to check our website at www .personalvalet.com for updated information on items that a[...]

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    Acce s s o r ie s How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system A cc es sories[...]

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    11 ACCESSORIES Hanging Accessories - What they are and how they are used NAME Hangs clothes and provides proper support in the shoulder area. Grips Used to hang skirts and shorts. Shorts are hung by the legs. Shirts, blouses, coats, jackets and dresses. Grips Skirts and shorts are inserted up into the Grips. Shirts/blouses that button are draped ov[...]

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    12 ACCESSORIES (cont.) T ensioning Accessories NAME Provides vertical tension to virtually all types of clothes to remove wrinkles. Do not use on cashmere, lace or other fine fabrics that will stretch. Heavy Clip: Cotton, heavyweight wool, linen and polyester . Light Clip: Silk, rayon, knits, lightweight wool and delicate fabrics. Mini Clip: Column[...]

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    13 ACCESSORIES (cont.) Optional Accessories - Sold Separately in Accessory Kits NAME Increases the width of the shoulder area to improve dewrinkling performance for shirts and coats. Provides best performance on men ’ s sizes: - 46+ for coats - 17" neck sizes - XXL shirt sizes Place the opening of the Hanger Extender over the oval head on th[...]

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    14 ACCESSORIES (cont.) V ersatility Pak Part No. 4396280 Offers best performance on an additional heavily wrinkled shirt or jacket. Handles larger and smaller sized clothes and other household items such as small pillows, throw blankets, hats and non-leather shoes. Combines the benefits of both the V ersatility and Performance Paks. Performance Pak[...]

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    L o ad ing How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system Load ing[...]

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    15 LOADING Y our clothes vitalizer is designed for daily use by being able to handle an outfit at a time. Although your clothes vitalizer can handle up to three articles of clothing, best performance is achieved when no more than two articles of clothing are loaded. Maximizing space around the clothes whenever possible allows the formula to circula[...]

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    16 LOADING ( Suit Coat & Jacket ) VIEW F ABRIC HOW WRINKLED Select your clothes Look at the care label on the clothes. Select fabric from below that relates to the dominant fabric in the clothing. Determine how wrinkles were created ACCESSORIES REQUIRED 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and wrinkles and collect them now . 2. P[...]

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    17 LOADING ( Pants & Slacks ) VIEW F ABRIC HOW WRINKLED Select your clothes Look at the care label on the clothes. Select fabric from below that relates to the dominant fabric in the clothing. Consider how the clothes became wrinkled ACCESSORIES REQUIRED 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and wrinkles and collect them now . 2. [...]

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    18 LOADING (Shirts - Button Up) VIEW F ABRIC HOW WRINKLED Select your clothes Look at the care label on the clothes. Select fabric from below that relates to the dominant fabric in the clothing. Consider how the clothes became wrinkled ACCESSORIES REQUIRED 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and wrinkles and collect them now . 2. Sl[...]

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    19 LOADING (Polo Shirts & Knits - Non-button Up) VIEW F ABRIC HOW WRINKLED Select your clothes Look at the care label on the clothes. Select fabric from below that relates to the dominant fabric in the clothing. Consider how the clothes became wrinkled ACCESSORIES REQUIRED 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and wrinkles and col[...]

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    20 LOADING (Blouses - Non-button Up) VIEW F ABRIC HOW WRINKLED Select your clothes Look at the care label on the clothes. Select fabric from below that relates to the dominant fabric in the clothing. Consider how the clothes became wrinkled ACCESSORIES REQUIRED 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and wrinkles and collect them now . [...]

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    21 LOADING (Skirts) VIEW F ABRIC HOW WRINKLED Select your clothes Look at the care label on the clothes. Select fabric from below that relates to the dominant fabric in the clothing. Consider how the clothes became wrinkled ACCESSORIES REQUIRED 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and wrinkles and collect them now . 2. Place the Clot[...]

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    22 LOADING (Dresses or Long Skirts) VIEW F ABRIC HOW WRINKLED Select your clothes Look at the care label on the clothes. Select fabric from below that relates to the dominant fabric in the clothing. Consider how the clothes became wrinkled ACCESSORIES REQUIRED Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and wrinkles and collect them now . Y ou[...]

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    23 LOADING (Sweaters) VIEW F ABRIC HOW WRINKLED Select your clothes Look at the care label on the clothes. Select fabric from below that relates to the dominant fabric in the clothing. Consider how the clothes became wrinkled ACCESSORIES REQUIRED 1. Select the appropriate accessory based upon fabric and wrinkles and collect it now . 2. Drape the sw[...]

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    24 LOADING (Shorts) VIEW F ABRIC HOW WRINKLED Select your clothes Look at the care label on the clothes. Select fabric from below that relates to the dominant fabric in the clothing. Consider how the clothes became wrinkled ACCESSORIES REQUIRED 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and wrinkles and collect them now . 2. Place the Clot[...]

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    F o r m ula How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system Formula[...]

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    25 FORMULA Before running your first cycle on the clothes vitalizer or filling the formula containers, apply the formula identification labels that were included with the PRESIV A* formula starter kit. These labels will identify which formula is in each container . Apply a Soft finish label to one container and a Crisp finish label to the other con[...]

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    26 FORMULA (cont.) Removing the Formula Container Remove the container by holding the cap on the container and pulling toward you. Filling the Formula Container 1. Place container on a flat surface. DO NOT hold the formula container by the white nozzle pack as it will come of f. 2. Unscrew the cap. 3. Pour the formula into the container until it is[...]

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    Cy cle S ele c t io n How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system Cycle Selection[...]

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    27 CYCLE SELECTION The Heavy Duty cycle should be used on cotton, polyester or linen clothes that are heavily wrinkled, such as clothes coming out of the dryer . RegularCare Cycle RegularCare is the standard cycle you will use to remove wrinkles and clean odors from your clothing. Select the Cotton/Poly , W ool or Delicate setting to match the fabr[...]

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    28 CYCLE SELECTION (cont.) Heavy Duty F ABRIC TYPE After laundering or Heavy wrinkles in • 100% cotton, linen or double-knit polyester • If it is the dominant fabric in a blend Crisp or Soft FORMULA CYCLE Use this guide as a quick reference when selecting a cycle. RegularCare Cotton/Polyester After wearing • 100% cotton, linen or double-knit [...]

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    Ma i nte nan ce How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system Maintenance[...]

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    29 MAINTENANCE WEEKL Y - Clean the interior and exterior Regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge is all that is necessary to keep the inside and outside of your clothes vitalizer looking nice and clean. ANNUALL Y - Change the Filter in the Formula Container The filter at the end of the clear plastic tube in the nozzle pack needs to be changed a[...]

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    30 FREQUENTL Y ASKED QUESTIONS Will the Personal V alet ® clothes vitalizer clean (dry-clean) my clothes? It will not remove spots and stains, however our studies have found that the majority of clothes that go to the dry cleaners do not have visible spots and stains on them. The clothes vitalizer will help you conveniently get your clothes ready [...]

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    31 FREQUENTL Y ASKED QUESTIONS (cont.) On which fabrics should I use the Crisp and Soft formulas? The Crisp formula gives a neat, crisp feel to cotton and linen fabrics. Y ou might use it on cotton clothing to which you want to give some form and substance. The Soft formula is an all-purpose formula that makes fabrics feel soft, almost like a fabri[...]

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    T rouble shooting How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system T roubl eshooti ng[...]

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    32 TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION PROBLEM First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid a service call. No formula was dispensed during the misting cycle. Did not use tensioning accessories. Load contained mixed fabrics. Not enough formula was dispensed due to a clogged filter . Formula ran out during misting stage. Ran the cyc[...]

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    33 TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION PROBLEM This is normal. Loaded 3 articles of clothing. Higher room temperature and humidity can increase drying time. Nozzle may be partially clogged. Cycle selection was incorrect. Clothing was touching the interior sides or doors. Clothing was not fully inserted into the clip. Formula residue on [...]

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    34 ASSIST ANCE OR SERVICE PERSONAL V ALET ® CLOTHES VIT ALIZING SYSTEM PRESIV A* If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use FSP ® factory specified parts. These parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same pre- cision used to build every new Whirlpool ® appliance. For additional formula refe[...]

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    ONE-YEAR FULL W ARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this clothes vitalizer and included accessories are operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP ® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service mus[...]