UseAndCam 00 @ l ee 0 # A Note To You 2 Understanding Washer Safety 3 Knowing Your Washefs Features 4 Washer Connections 5 \np O aEg ‘Our 7 Other Features 10 Laundry Tips 12 If Y?u Need .
A Note To You Thank you for buying a Roper appliance. You have purchased a quality, wor/d-&ss 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. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, elearicel shock or injury to persons including the when using your washer, follow basic precautions, . 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. .
Knowing Features Your Washer’s The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. Load size seiector Toil-free number 1-800-447-6737 Fabric softener dispwlsef Bleech dispenmf I I-I \ Manual clean lint filter, (indde agitator) 4 not shown Temperature seiector Cycle control knob Model and swiai numbw pi&e (under lid) I ..: .
Washer Connections I In This Pemmnent Portde Section inetdktion olm-fmlcet Pa!P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 5 conMctfon Paw Port&k two-faucet connectione .. . ... .... .... ... .. 6 .. .... .... .... ... .... ... 5 Permanent or portable installation is available for your washer. instructions and kit numbers are detailed in this section. Permanent installation This washer can be converted from portable to permanent.
To disconnect washer: 1. Unplug the electrical power cord and put it back in its storage area. 2. Turn the water faucet off. 3. Press the red water flow button to release the water pressure. 4. Move the locking collar down and pull the hose connector down to disengage from the faucet adapter. 5. Drain water from the hoses through the hose connector. 6. Hang the hoses on the storage rack. Portable two-faucet Connecting the washer: 1. Connect the hot and cold water inlet hoses to the hot and cold faucets.
Operating I Your Washer In This Section Before starting Starting or Paw your waeher l topping ............................. -7 . your washer .................... .7 Selectfng a ioed size .......................................... Selecting wash-rinse temperatures 7 Selecting a cycle and time .............................. 6 Using rinse and spin ........................................ 9 in each cycle .......................... .9 What happens ................. .
Selecting wash-rinse temperatures Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed. The top temperature is the wash water and the bottom temperature is the rinse water. Water temperature tips Use warm wash water with the Permanent Press and Delicates cycles. l Always use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics. l For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes, prewash or presoak before washing in warm water. See the “Water usage guide” on page 16 for more information.
Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features a cooldown rinse, and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling. l Use NORMAL SOIL, 10 minutes of wash time, to clean moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. l Use LIGHT SOIL, 6 minutes of wash time, to clean lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. NOTE: The washer pauses briefly during the wash cycle. This is normal for washer operation.
What happens in each cycle RINSE WASH Fill Wash selected time Rinse Drain (or partial drain’) No agitation Drain-No agitation *The Permanent Press cycle partially drains, fills, agitates brie@, and drains. Spin Other Features I I In This Section Using the fabric softener Paw Paw Manual clean lint filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 dispenser Using the chlorine bleach dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the fabric softener dispenser 1. Add detergent and load the basket. 2. Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recommended on the package. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. 3. Dilute fabric softener with warm water. Fill dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the opening. 4. Start the washer. Diluted fabric softener will be added to the load during the final rinse. NOTE: Do not stop the washer before the rinse part of the cycle begins.
Laundry In This Before Tips Section Paw P4P 12 Solvlng stains ............................................... 13 Caring for your washer.. Removing laundering problems you wash ............................................... Wafer usage guide ............................................ 16 Care during Using laundry 17 Saving energy Washing aida ........................................... mpeciakare item l ............................ periods ...................... .20 .............
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest load size setting. REGULAR CAPACITY WASHERS Mlxed Load 1 double sheet 2 pillowcases 6 T-shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 6 handkerchiefs Heavy Work Clothes 1 pair pants 2 shirts 2 pair jeans 1 coverall Delkater 2 camisoles 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties Removing or soaking Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.
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 and rewash. Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse.
STAIN TO REMOVE Iron or ruat Colorad or noncolorfast items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White 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 cleaning solvent or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash.
Water Water usage guide temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR HOT 130°F (54°C) or above COLD l l l l WARM go’-1 10°F (32”-44%) COLD l l l l l l COLD 70’-9O’F (21”-32°C) COLD l l l l COMMENTS Heavy soils Work clothes Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers Gives best cleaning for heavy soils. Removes oils, perspiration, greasy soils and stains. Prevents graying and yellowing.
Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing stains” on page 13, for more information.) Chlorine Fabric l l bleach Use bleach dispenser. (See page 11.) l 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 ‘I+ 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 woolen Curtains, drapes, slipcovers and 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.
Fiberglass materials Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. Kntts 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 problems 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. PROBLEM CAUSE Brown, yellow l stains l l Dye transfer l l Gray whites, dingy colors Greasy looking spots Improper sorting .
Caring l 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, put 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hot water. After tinting or dyeing, put chlorine bleach and detergent in the washer.
If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems, their causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service. When calling our toll-free number for help or calling for service, please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date. (See page 2.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE Washer fills and drains without running Cycle control knob is not pointing to a number in the Washer drains during wash and rinse cycles, or water siphons out Drain hose is lower than the water level in the washer. 2. If you need Set cycle control knob on correct number in the cycle. cycle. assistance ... Call our toll-free telephone number. free from anywhere In the U.S.
Automatic ROPER” Washer Warranty LENGTH WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR OF WARRANTY (from date of ourchase) Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. LIMITED 2ND-5TH WARRANTY Replacement parts for any part of the gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY YEAR (from date of purchase) I Replacement parts for top or lid due to cracking or breaking.
