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YOU should wipe out the basket with a damp Cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping.

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Model

and Serial Numbers here

W-en YOU need service or call with u question, have this information ready:

1. complete Model and Serial Numbers

(from plate under the lid near the hinge).

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Model Number

SefiOl Number

Copy. this information in these spaces

Keep this book, your “laundry Guide” and sales slip

Center. in the laundry Information

Purchase Date

Service Company

Phone Number please COmPiete and mall the Owner Regirtmtion Card furnished witi this product.

Your Nsponsibilitie

Read this “Use and Care Guide” and your “Laundry Guide” carefully for important use and safety information. l l l l l l l l

You are personally responsible for maklng sure that your washer: is installed by a qualified installer. is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight! is connected to the right kind of outlet, electric supply, water supply and drain.* is properly grounded: is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers. is properly maintained. is protected from the weather and kept where the temperature will not fail below freezing. is not run by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.

*See the “Installation instructions” for complete information.

Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

SAFETY FIRST

STARTING YOUR WASHER

WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH

CYCLE

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OTHER OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

Extra Rinse Option

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For a Rinse and Spin . 12

For a Drain and Spin

For a Soak or Pre-Wash

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Liquid Bleach Dispenser. 13

Fabric Softener Dispenser 14

MAGIC CLEAN@ Filter 14

CARING FOR YOUR

WASHER

Winterizing

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

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Starting your washer

Before starting your washer:

1. Measure and add detergent.

2. Place sorted load in washer.

3. Start the washer.

Select WATER

2.

TEMPERATURES

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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 EX LARGE

(a full load).

To change the water level after the washer has started to fill, turn the knob l l

Select wash and rinse water tem- peratures by pushing a button.

This drawing shows a warm wash

(top temperature] and cold rinse

(bottom temperature) selection.

Recommended wash temperatures can be found in your “Laundry Guide:’

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LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS

for best cleaning results, the load must be able to move freely in the water. Too big a load or too little water can cause wear or tearing of load items.

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CAUTION:

DO NOT

OVERLOAD WASHER.

*Approximate fill with load.

U(SMALL

(17.3 gal./655 L)’

(14.7 gal./557 L)’

(12.1 galI45.8 L)*

(9.5 gaU36.0 L)’

3.

Select CYCLE and WASH TIME;

Start the washer

A.

Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise.

B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are min- utes of wash time. The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle.

C.

Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temper- ature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes.

D. To stop the washer at any time, push in the Control Knob. To restart the washer, pull out the

Control Knob.

What happens in each cycle*

Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH agitation time.

When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before agitation and timing starts. Affer agitation starts, the knob turns clock-wise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.

REGULAR HEAVY Cycle

A cycle for sturdily con- structed fabrics that are heavily soiled.

REGULAR NORMAL Cycle

A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moder- ately soiled.

PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle

A cycle designed for mod- erately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these fabrics.

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NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing.

For better fabric care in the REGULAR cycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time.

The washer will proceed to EXTRA

RINSE if selected

NOTE: Always use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics.

PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle pi$E&gq

A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these fabrics,

KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL Cycle

A cycle that gently washes and spins moder- ately soiled delicate items and washable knits.

KNITS/GENTLE LIGHT Cycle

A Indicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak perlod.

KNITS GENTLE t

A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits.

A lndlcates the machine is pauslng for a brief soak period.

NOTE: Always use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics.

SOAK and PRE-WASH Cycle

Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recom- mended amount of detergent or pre-soa k additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be fol- lowed by a Wash Cycle.

SUPER WASH Cycle

Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal.

Double the amount of detergent recommended when using the SUPER

WASH Cycle.

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I Pre-wash setting begins here,

(see page 13).

Special care is needed when soaking or pm-washing laundry.

See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of ihls cycle.

Other operating instructions

Extra rinse option

(automatic)

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For an automatic extra rinse in the REGULAR HEAVY or REGULAR

NORMAL Cycles:

Flip the Extra Rinse button to the

“ON” position before the REGULAR

Cycle starts. The washer will auto- matically proceed into the extra rinse and spin after the REGULAR

Cycle.

If no extra rinse and spin is wanted in a REGULAR Cycle, make sure the button is in the “OFF” position. For an extra rinse in other cycles, see “For a rinse and spin:’

For a drain and spin

For a rinse and spin

(manual)

You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. [Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.]

1. Push Control Knob in.

2. Turn clockwise to any l on the dial.

See above drawing.

3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin.

Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water.

1. Push Control Knob in.

2. Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle. See above drawing.

3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will drain and spin.

For agltatlon and spin speeds In each cycle, see pages 6-11.

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For a soak or pre-wash

For best results, use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry Hot water can set stains.

1. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak product.

2. Push Control Knob in.

3. Turn clockwise to point at number in the SOAK Cycle. Use the 4 minute mark for a pre-wash?

4. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will start.

5. When the cycle is over, add detergent for the next selected wash cycle. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a

Wash Cycle. important: See additional care information on page 7 of your

“Laundry Guide!’

*To start soak or pre-wash with agitation, the Control Knob must point to a number in the SOAK Cycle.

Liquid bleach dispenser

Always measure bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup

(250 ml) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow directions on bottle for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling.

1. Load the washer first.

2. Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser. DO NOT let bleach splash, drip or run down into the washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touche

3. Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted automatically during the wash par-f of the cycle.

For information on bleaching, s ice “Laundry Guide” page 11.

Liquid fabric softener dispenser

1. Add detergent and load to the basket.

2. Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recom- mended on the bottle.

3. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load.

4. Dilute fabric softener with hot water.

Add enough hot water to fill the dis- penser up to the opening.

5. Start the washer. Diluted fabric softener will be added to the load during the deep rinse portion of the cycle. NOTE: Do not stop the washer during this time. If you do, the softener will mix with the remain- ing soapy wash water. This will cause stains. Do not put detergent in the liquid fabric softener dispenser.

6. If dispenser needs cleaning, flush with hot water. NOTE: Do not wash clothes with dispenser removed.

MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter

The lint filter in your washer cleans itself. Collected lint is drained away with the wash and rinse water.

If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint collected in the drain or strainer.

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Caring for your washer

WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off, this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses.

AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the lid up until the basket is dry. Wlpe up spills right away. Spills can dull or damage the finish.

REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers,

SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer.

Check pocket for bolts, nuts, tools, etc.

SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can damage washer and dryer dials, con- soles and finishes. Do not use these products on or near your washer or dryer.

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Wmterizing

Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is stored or moved ring the cold weather...

1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2. Put a quart of automotive-type antifreeze in the basket.

3. Set the washer for a

DRAIN and SPIN

(see page 12). Let it run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water.

ON

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To use the washer again...

1. Flush water pipes and hoses.

2. Connect hoses to the washer

3. Turn on the water faucets.

4. Run the washer through a com- plete cycle with one cup of deter- gent to clean out the antifreeze.

If you need service or assistance, u follow these five steps:

1.

Before calling for assistance...

Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.

If your washer does not fl!!: l

Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? veil. l l l

Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box?

Are the water supply hoses kinked?

Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out? l l l l

If your washer does not spin:

Is the lid closed?

Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage?

Have you checked you home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box?

If your washer stops durlng a cycle:

Remember, the washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle. These pauses are normal. l

If your washer fills and drains wlfhouf runnlng:

Make sure that the Cycle Control

Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle. l l

Make sure fhe drain hose Is hlgher than fhe wafer level In the washer.

If lf Isn?:

The washer may seem to be drain- ing during wash and rinse cycles.

Water can siphon out. (See “lnstalla- tion Instructions!‘) l

Are both water faucets open?

2.

If YOU need as&stance?..

Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE@ senf-

Ice assistance telephone number.

Dial free from anywhere In the U.S.: l-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained Con- sultants. The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area.

3.

If you need setice%.

Whirlpool has a nationwide network

1 of franchised TECH- are trained to fulfill the product war- ranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United

States. To locate our COOL-LINE serv- ice assistance telephone number

(see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under:

4.

If you have a problem%.

Call our COOL-LINE service as- sistance telephone number (see Step

2) and talk with one of our Consultants, or if you prefer, write to:

Mr. Robert Stanley

Division Vice President

Whirlpool Corporation

2000 US-33 North

Benton Harbor, Ml 49022

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If

you

need FSP” replacement 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 Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance.

*If you must call or write, please pro- vide: model number, serial number, date of purchase, and a complete description of the problem. This infor- mation is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance.

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WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WASHER

W-T-Y

LENGTH OF WARRANTY

FULL ONE-YEAR

WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

LIMITED FIVE-YEAR

WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

LIMITED TEN-YEAR

WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR

FSP’” replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.

Service must be provided by a franchised

TECH-CARE” service company.

FSP replacement parts for any part of gear- case assembly if defective in materials or workmanship.

FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack, or fail to contain water, due to defective materials orworkmanship.

A. Service calls to:

1. Correct the installation of the washer.

2. Instruct you how to use your washer.

3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.

6. Repairs when washer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.

C. Pick up and deliver. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.

D. Damage to 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.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-

QUENTIAL 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 apply. For details, please

COnfaCt your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.

Part No. 3347947

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