A Note To You 2 Understanding Washer Safety 3 Knowing Your Washer’s Features 4 0 aeh$rng Your v\p 5 Other Features 9 Laundry Tips 11 If You Need .
A Note To You Thank you for buying a Roper@ appliance. You have purchased a quality, worldclass home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy 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 properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials. l Flammable fluids (dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, gasoline, etc.) should not be used or stored in or near your washer. Do not add flammable fluids to your wash water.
Knowing Features Your Washer% The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer.
Operating I In This Before Section starting Starting Your Washer or stopping Paw Paoe your washer -......lll........l.-.. your washer Selecting a load rlze -..,,,---,--,5 Selecting wash&se temperaturea -..- 75 ..-...” “5 Selecting a cycle and time Y.............l.- Using rinse and spin _-........I_......I.-...What happens -.....6 --7 In each cycle _.-. -.--.--W6 --....-..6 Operating your washer properly ensures maximum washing efficiency.
Load l l l size tips 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. Use a large load size setting for best results with permanent press clothes. Reduce wash time when using a small load size setting. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time. Selecting Match the fabric and ture is the ture is the Water wash-rinse temperatures water temperature to the type of soils being washed.
Regular cycle The Regular cycle features high agitation and spin speeds. l Use HEAVY SOIL, 14 minutes of wash time, to clean sturdily constructed cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled. l Use NORMAL SOIL, 10 minutes of wash time, to clean cottons and linens that are moderately soiled. Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features a cooldown rinse and shorter spins to reduce wrinkling.
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) 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 Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to a (Off) and the cycle ends. The washer pauses brlefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal for washer operation.
Other Features In This Section Using the fabric Using the chlorine softener Paw Paw dkpenser bleach dispenser . . . . . . ..-.....S Manual clean lint filter -..._....._- ---... 10 -..-....-9 Your washer may have some of the following features. Understanding the use of the features on your machine will help you efficiently use your washer. Using the fabric softener dispenser 1. Add detergent and load the basket. 2.
Manual clean lint filter Clean lint filter after every load. 1. To remove, grasp the top of the agitator with both hands. Pull upward to remove agitator cap. Lint filter is attached to the end of the shaft. 2. Detach lint filter by pinching forked ends of shaft together. Slide lint filter off shaft. 3. Wash or wipe the lint filter clean. 4. Slide filter back into place on shaft (open end up). Snap into place. 5. Push lint filter and agitator cap firmly back into agitator.
Laundry In This Before Tips Section Removing Pa* Paw you wash I...-.I.. “.. l.-........l..._.. ..“. 11 6oMng laundering Caring for your washer ofAn0 ..-..,-.....--,.....-..-....,12 Waler usage gutdo,,--,.....--,--- 15 Care during Using laundry 16 Saving Washing dds s--e-....------ special-care Items _--....-_-... problems periods energy -..llll-.. 16 --.------.20 of non-use ..---,,20 ,-....,---,.-...-.
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest load size setting. REGULAR CAPACITY WASHERS 2 4 4 2 2 camisoles slips panties bras nighties - Removing l l removal l l l rules Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out. Follow package directions for pretreatment products. Before treating any stain, find out . . . 1. What kind of stain it is. 2. What kind of fabric it is and if it is colorfast. (Check label.
Stain removal guide STAlN TO REMOVE Alcoholic beverage 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. Wash Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
r STAfN Iron or rust Ketchup or tomato products Llpstick Meat juice, =!a Mildew Mustard Paint Perspiration TO REMOVE Colored or noncolorfast ftems: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. Whtte or colorfast Items: Try a rust remover. Test first on inside seam or hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry deaning solvent or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash.
Water Water usage guide temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR HOT 13O’F (54%) or above COLD l l l l WARM QO”-110°F (32”~44%) COLD l l l l l l COLD 70”-90°F (21”-32°C) COLD l l l l COMMENTS Heavy soils Work clothes Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers l l l Light and moderate soils Dark or noncolorfast colors Moderately soiled permanent press Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens Knits and delicate fabrics Prewash, soak Very lightly soiled items Normal soiled items if extra
Using laundry aids Follow package Instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing StaitIS” on pages 12-14, for more information.) Chlorine Fabric . use l bleach Use bleach dispenser. (See page 9.) Follow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates or some flame-retardant fabrics. l Measure bleach. Do not guess. For this washer never use more than lh cup (125 mL) for a full load. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle.
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, electric and woolen Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be necessary. If manufacturer recommends machine washing: 1. Measure blanket before washing.
c 18 Fiberglass materials Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass partides could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. Knits 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 as polyester, nylon, and acrylic tend to keep their original shape more than a knit made of cotton or ramie. 1.
Solving laundering probllems 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 “Assistance or Service” section of this book.
Caring l l l l for your washer Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe. If the washer interior needs cleaning (for example, after tinting or dyeing), put l/z cup (125 mL) of chlorine bleach and 1 cup (250mL) of detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hot water. If staining occurs on following loads, repeat the process.
If You Need Assistance Or Service 1. Before w 0-b . calling for assistance ... Is your water turned on? - q - Is the power cord plugged in? Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker’? If you need more help, check the chart below.
2. If you need assistance* ... Call our toll-free number. Dlal toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.: l-800-44-ROPER (l-800-4474737) and talk with one of our trained consultants. 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. If you prefer, write to: Mr.
Automatic ROPER’= Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRAN-IY (from date of purchase) FSPS replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. LIMITED 2ND5lH YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) FSP replacement parts for any part of the gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. I FSP replacement parts for top or lid due to sacking or bmakfng.
