Page 2 - A N; OTE; Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL
2 A N OTE TO Y OU Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL * appliance. The Whirlpool Brand is committed to designing quality products that consistently perform for you to makeyour life easier. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and CareGuide. It is full of valua...
Page 3 - Your safety and the safety of others is very important.; DANGER
3 W ASHER S AFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the washer. • Do not wash articles that have been previouslycleane...
Page 4 - ARTS
4 Load Size Load Size Speed Select Speed Select Heavy Duty • Large Capacity Heavy Duty • Large Capacity Extra Large Medium Large Pull Start Pull Start Push Stop Push Stop Permanent Press Normal Super Wash Super Wash Hand Washables Hand Washables Regular Light Normal Light Normal Soft Wash Heavy Deli...
Page 5 - PERATING; WARNING
5 To get the best washing results possible, you must use your washer correctly. This section tellsyou how to use your washer properly and efficiently. U SING YOUR WASHER O PERATING Y OUR W ASHER 1. Measure detergent and pour it into the washer. • If desired, you may also add powder orliquid color-sa...
Page 6 - OPERATING YOUR WASHER; SING; CONT
6 6. Turn the Load Size selector to the correct setting for your wash load andthe type of fabric beingwashed. • Your washer has five load size settings. • Choose a load size that allows the load tomove freely for bestfabric care. See“Loading” later in thissection. • Change the setting after the wash...
Page 7 - Loading suggestions
7 OPERATING YOUR WASHER U SING YOUR WASHER ( CONT . ) 10. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it to the wash cycle youwant. See “Cycledescriptions” later inthis section. • Reduce the wash time when using asmall load size setting. 11. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washer. NOTE: To ...
Page 8 - YCLE; Ultimate Care; Normal cycle; Permanent Press cycle
8 OPERATING YOUR WASHER C YCLE DESCRIPTIONS U Ultimate Care * cycle (Hand Washables) The Ultimate Care (Hand Washables) cycle featuresa series of brief, extra low-speed agitations(7 seconds) and short soaks (12 seconds) to gentlyclean special-care items. Extra low spin speedsminimize wrinkling. Use ...
Page 9 - MAGIC CLEAN; During drain
9 R INSE / DRAIN AND SPIN Rinse and Spin feature When using extra detergent for heavily soiledclothes, or washing special-care items, you mayfind an extra rinse and spin is needed. • For an additional rinse and spin, push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to anyof the Rinse settings. T...
Page 10 - Sequence of cycles
10 U NDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE When the Cycle Control knob is set to a numberand pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected loadsize) before agitation and timing start. The washerbegins agitating immediately after filling; agitationoccurs with the washer lid up or down. During agita...
Page 11 - Cleaning the exterior
11 W INTER STORAGE , MOVING , VACATION CARE C ARING FOR Y OUR W ASHER Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washerproperly and safely. C LEANING YOUR WASHER Cleaning the exterior Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as deter...
Page 12 - ROUBLESHOOTING; OMMON
12 T ROUBLESHOOTING Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following listfor common washing problems . If you need further assistance, see the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section. C OMMON WASHING PROBLEMS Problem ... Washer leaks NOTE: After checking...
Page 13 - TROUBLESHOOTING
13 C OMMON WASHING PROBLEMS ( CONT . ) Solution ... • This is normal. • This is normal. • Plug in power cord. • Turn timer knob to the rightslightly and pull to start. • Clean screens. • Turn on water. • Reverse hoses. • Straighten hoses. • Plug in power cord. • Check electrical source or callelectr...
Page 17 - REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE; If you need service; Inglis Limited Appliance Service – Consumer Services
17 REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE I F YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE IN C ANADA 2. If you need service † ... Contact your nearest Inglis Limited Appliance Servicebranch or authorized servicing outlet to service yourappliance. (See list below.) 1. If the problem is not due to one of the items liste...
Page 18 - NOTES
Page 19 - NDEX
19 I NDEX This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for thepage number. TOPIC PAGE ASSISTANCE ....................................................... 16-17 CLEANING Exterior ................................................................... 11Interior ...
Page 20 - For information in Canada:; WHIRLPOOL; UTOMATIC
* Registered trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A., Inglis Limited licensee in Canada 3950309 © 1998 Whirlpool Corporation 1/98 Printed in U.S.A. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidenta...