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Safe~ Instructions ....................3, 4 Problem Solver.......................22-26
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Operating Instructions, Tips
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Bleach Dispenser.....................................5, 10
Controls Setting Guide .............................8, 9 Preparation
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Cycle Settings .............................................6, 7 Detergents, Other Additives ..............15-19
Energy-Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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~LP US ~LP YOU... Write down the model Read this book carefully. Save time and money. and serial numbers. It is intended to help you Before you request service . . . operate and maintain your check the Problem Solver You’ll find them on a label on section. It lists causes of minor new washer properly. the lower left side near the front. operating problems that you can Keep it handy for answers to These numbers are also on the correct yourself. your questions. Consumer Product Ownership Registrat
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1 WORTANT SAmW ~STRUCTIONS ● L Read W htmctions before ushg ttis apphance. WARN~G—To reduce the risk ● Do not wash or dry articles that of fire, electric shock, or injury to have been cleaned in, washed in, , A persons when using your appliance, soa ● , 1 “~~ kedln orspottedmth follow basic precautions, including the following: h combustible or explosive substances (such as wax, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry- . Use this appliance only for its intended purpose cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.
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WORTANT SAFE~ ~STRUCTIONS (continued) ● Keep all laundry aids (such as ● Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged etc.) out of the reach of children, preferably in a locked cabinet. cord or plug. Observe dl warnings on container s Never climb on or stand on the washer top. labels to avoid personal injury. ● Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer. ● Ke
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WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Err,a C/ean,ng NORMUSOIL Cflbs ( I I — I Ten cycle Two Speed Washer ~,th M,”, w.sh La @ ‘ea”D””Ex’’’Lgecapaci”i” @d e e o 0 Control panel appearance may vary .\lightly Sorting and Loading ● Sort clothes carefully by fabric ● Add measured amount of detergent. Do not use the Filter-Flo pan type, weight, color and amount as a was
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T~S TO ~LP YOU SELECT SETTmGS Regular Cycles— For most cottons, linens, and work and play clothes. Longer wash times plus an extra deep rinse, spray rinse and spin provide thorough washing and detergent removal. Permanent Press Cycl* ,, For loads of synthetic andor delicate fabrics. A cold PERM. PREss KN~s Permanent Press water cool-down helps prevent set-in wrinkles in and Knits Cycles permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar apparel with normal soil. r ~ ~~ow STMT 1$~ PreWash ‘ ““-
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Extra Cleaning Cycle+ For fabrics with heavy or oily soil. Agitation with extra detergent loosens stubborn soils, and an automatic extra rinse and spin help remove any detergent left after the first rinse and spin. Soak Cycle Clothes activate in a soting agent for a short time, then the water spins out. Washer turns off at end of SOA Cycle—must abe reset for desired wash cycle. I 4 What Happens in Each Setting (Approximate Minutes) Regular Extra Permanent Press and PreWash Knits Cycles Cycle Cyc
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CONTROLS SETTING GUmE Controls Setting Guide for different fabrics and loads WasMSpin Wash Water x Load Speed Temperature Cycle Cycle Setting Cottons and Linens White/Colorfast Normal/Normal Hot or Warm Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting Bri~h~oncolorfast Normal/Normal Warm or Cold Regular Cycles Normal or Light Soil Setting Work Clothes Heavy soil Normal/Normal Hot Extra Cleaning Cycles Heavy or Normal Soil Settinf depending on load size Average soil Normal~ormal Hot or Warm Regular Cy
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Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Labels I Bleach Special Instructions Liquid chlorine type. If colorfast is unusually soiled, use hot water. Use maximum detergent recommended in Only non-chlorine bleach when needed Detergent Guide, Use Extra Cleaning cycle. See Tips to Help You Select Settings section. Use Extra Rinse if desired. White or colorfast, liquid chlorine type. Use maximum detergent recommended in Detergent Guide. Noncolorfast, only non-chlorine bleach when needed. White or colorfa
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OPEMT~G ~STRUCTIONS (continued) How to Use the Filter-Flo Pan . The Filter-FIO pan is the lint . NOTE: Do not use the Filter-Flo pan as a wash filter. Position the Filter-Flo basket. Do not put items to be washed in the ,,,:;:$::2:;:’’C:::..:...::; :,:,,i,.i loading clothes into the .,.,.-, .,.::: ‘;;;L:>;I: in the Filter-Flo pan. 8 washer. Lint is easily seen “
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How to Use the Soak Cycle ● SOAK CYCLE ● Start the washer. After washer fills and begins to temperature is controlled agitate, push in the Cycle Selector knob and turn by the Wash/Rinse to SOAK CYCLE. Pull out the Cycle Selector knob Temp. selection. to complete the cycle. ● For a warm soak, set the ● For an extended soak, allow the washer to fill Wash/Rinse Temp. control and agitate for a few minutes to dissolve the soaking to HOTMARM. agent. Then push in the Cycle Selector knob to stop the was
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HOW TO USE THE MINI-BASmT TUB The Mini-Basket tub, designed for small loads of regular fabrics or delicate hand-washables, can be used with any cycle except the SOAK or PREWASH cycles. ~pical Mini-Basket ~b Wash Loads “ Small loads of regular fabrics (up to 2’/2 pounds) ● Stuffed toys. (1.125 kg). ● Tennis shoes. ● Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small, delicate hand-washables. How to Wash a Small Load of Regular Fabr
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Sort by Surface Texture LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and Separate chenille—give up lint. LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract lint. These must be washed separately. For more information on lint control, see The Problem Solver section. Sort by Fabric . In addition to sorting to reduce lint collection, it is recommended that fabrics of similar construction be ‘eparate efromafromsfro’m washed together whenever possible. For instruct
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR WASHER This illustration, with clothes just “ Load clothes dry. reaching the Clothes Retaining ● Take a properly sorted group of Ring, shows a proper load. Clothes clothes and drop them loosely in have ample room to move because the wash basket in this order: they are not packed down, nor ~ Large Items–like sheets. Do wrapped around the agitator. not wrap around the agitator. Clothes are loaded dry since wet items are likely to pack down which ~ Small Items–like encourages overl
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Products Advantages Disadvantages Are not available in some areas. Phosphate- Perform well in hard or soft water. Powdered Detergents Wash all types of fabrics well. Can be used in hot, warm, or cold water. Non-Phosphate- Perform satisfactorily in soft Generally do not clean well in or moderately hard water. hard water. Powdered Detergenh In some areas only non-phosphate May be difficult to dissolve, products are available. especially in cold water. Should not be used in cold water. Those contai
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THE RESULTS OF CONT~UED USE OF CA~ONATE DETERGENTS Is your water hard? If it is, and if you use a carbonate type non-phosphate detergent, you will most probably notice limestone deposits on your clothes and washer surfaces. The hardness of your water and your washing frequency will determine how rapidly the limestone will build up. If your water is VERY HARD (11 or more grains) and if you wash just a few loads a week, you may see limestone buildups in just a few months. Effects on Clothes Althou
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How to Partially Restore Clothes CAUTIONS: Once clothes have developed limestone deposits, they ● Do not use vinegar soak solution in washer. may be partially restored by soaking in a solution of The acidic action of the vinegar may damage two cups (480 ml) of vinegar in one gallon (3.8 liters) the porcelain. of hot tap water for 15 minutes. USE A PLASTIC ● Vinegar soak solution may reduce the CONTAINER. Then wash clothes in the washer wrinkle-resistance of permanent press fabrics. using deterge
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~RD WATER—DO YOU ~~ IT? Before you can decide what to do about hard If your water is SOFT, you have no problem. You water, you need to know if you have it and, if can use soap or detergent as you prefer and forget all so, how hard it is. about hard water. If you have HARD water—less than 10 grains—and you use phosphate detergent, you also ● If you live in a municipal area, contact your have no problem. water company. But, if you have more than 10 grains, you will need to ● If you live in a rural
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Laundry Product and ~pe How to Use It Special Instructions BLEACH Chlorine liquid Use your bleach dispenser. 1) Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer or on dry clothes. such as Clorox brand See How to Use Your Bleach Dispenser section. 2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine bleached such as: 100% cotton flame-retardant children’s sleepwear, silk, wool, mohair, spandex, leather, or non-fast colors. Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. 3) Check
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HOW TO MMOVE STAmS 1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. ● Test stain removal product on a hidden inside seam or on a sample”of the material. The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove. 2. Before attempting to remove any stain, take ● Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains. these steps: It can set some stains. ● Find the fabric and the finish in the chart on the 3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing. next page, and use only recommended methods. 4. Wash with recommended
