AUTOMATIC WASHER Design 2000 Eli;, Capacity LASOOXP ave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Condllioners. Dehumldlflers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. FreeZerS.
Parts and features LAUNDRY LOAD SIZE SELECTOR IN TEMPERATURE SELECTOR CENTER / CYCLE CONTROL KNOB 5--~A \ I MODEL AND SERIAL NIIMRFP ATF PI (not shown) AGITATOR I BASKET I LINT FILTER (not shown) ---FdpT d TUB Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label. It will be easier to remove before the washer is used.
Your l-e sponsibilitie Read thus “Use and Care Guide” and Your “Laundry Guide” carefully for important use and safety information. You are personally responsible for m’aking sure that your washer... l is installed by a qualifiedinstaller. l is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight.* l is connected to the right kind of outlet, electric supply, water supply and drain.’ l is properly grounded.’ l is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers.
Starting your washer Before starting your washer: I. Measure and add detergent. 2. Place sorted load in washer. 3. Start washer. Select a 1. LOAD SIZE l l 2. Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. Set the knob anywhere on or between EX SMALL (a few items] and LARGE (a full load]. l l Select WATER TEMPERATURES Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabrics and soils being washed. All rinses are cold.
3. 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 minutes of wash time. The drawing shows10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR Cvcle. 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 temperature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes. D.
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. After agitation starts, the knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. REGULAR HEAVY Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed with the rinsing.
KNITS/GENTLE Cycle A cycle for lightly soiled items that need a short wash and spin time. Wash nylon hose in a net laundry bag. Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a Wash Cycle.
I Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. laundry.
Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.) l Push Control Knob in. l Turn clockwise to any* on the dial. See above drawing. l Pull Control Knob out. l The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin. For agitation and spin speeds Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. l Push Control Knob in.
Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep bath Water faucets turned off. This takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. buckles, washing. AFTER WASHING, use o soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the lid up until the basket is dry. Wipe up spills right away. Spills can dull or damage the finish. before etc., from clothes Close metal zippers. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can damage washer and dryer dials, consoles and finishes.
Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather.. 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. To use the washer 2. Put a quart of automobile-type antifreeze in the basket. again.. . 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer. 3. Turn on the water faucets. 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see pagelo).
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
2. If you need assistance*. .. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE” service assistance telephone number. Dial free from: Continental U.S. . (800) 253-1301 Michigan . . . . . . . (800) 632-2243 Alaska 6 Hawaii (800) 253-1121 and talk with one of ourtrained Consultants. The Consultant can inStRICt 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 service*. . .
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