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Washer
Problem solver ......................17-21
Safe~ instructions ....................3, 4
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Operating Instructions, Tips
Bleach Dispenser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Preparation
Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..........6
Detergents and Additives ...............,.. 13, 14
Cycle Descriptions .................................
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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 . . . check the Problem Solver operate and maintain your You’ll find them on a label on new washer properly. section. It lists causes of minor 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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WARNING-To reduce the risk ● Do not wash or dry articles that 4 ‘~ of fire, electric shock, or injury to have been cleaned in, washed in, A persons when using your apptiance, ~ / soaked in, orspotted with 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.) which may as described in this Use and Care Book. ignite or explode. Do
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WORTANT SAFEW ~STRUCmONS (continued) ● Keep all laundry aids (such as s Do not operate this appliance if it is damaged, detergents, bleaches, fabric softeners, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has m ‘ etc.) out of the reach of children, missing or broken parts, including a damaged preferably in a locked cabinet, cord or plug. Observe all warnings on container m ● Never climb on or stand on the washer top. labels to avoid personal injury. ● Do not wash fiberglass articles in your washer
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Regular Cycles— Permanent Press Cycles— For most cottons, linens, work and play clothes. For loads of synthetics, blends andor delicate fabrics. Longer wash times plus deep rinse, spray rinse and A cold water cool down helps prevent set-in wrinkles spin provide thorough washing and detergent removal. in permanent press shirts, blouses, dresses and similar apparel with normal soil. Handwash System— Spotscrubber System— Saves time and energy when washing small loads The Spotscrubber cycle uses a s
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CLOTHES WASHER Features and appearances may vary slightly 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. PERMMESS o“- EnMm.’, Conons, JF Regular ( ,. TF ‘KNms ‘em”nentp’ess ‘ Em uRGE ~E~E, .- D-* UROE./ t\ T MEO* \. 4 @ Mno WASH ~m SMLL load Size ‘x”ac’e*ning7fi%-T’ e — Programmed Twelve Cvcle Washer with HandWash ..--., -“., --.. ---. =--”r--.. , — I S
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Sorting and Loading ● Sort clothes carefully by fabric type, weight, color ● See Bleach and Fabric Softener Dispenser sections and amount of soil, according to instructions in How for instructions in their uses. to Sort Clothes section. ● For information on how to use bleaches and fabric ● Add measured amount of detergent. See Detergents softeners, see Other Laundry Products section. section for information on detergents and other ● Close the lid. Washer will fill but not agitate or spin laundry
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OPERAT~G mSTRUCTIONS (continued) How to Use the Fabric Softener Dispenser ● Position the Fabric Softener ● Do not stop the washer during the first spin. Dispenser on the agitator. This will cause the dispenser to empty too soon. . Pour manufacturer’s ● Do not use the Fabric Softener Dispenser with d. recommended amount the Soak or PreWash cycle. of fabric softener into ● If the dispenser gets clogged, soak it in a Q a one cup (240 ml) solution of one cup (240 ml) water and one measuring cup. \&
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Cycle Suggested For Clothes Loa~abrics such as: WasMSpin Speed Permanent Press & Knits ● Synthetics NormaVSlow ● Permanent press, treated cottons, blends with cottons ● Down-filled garments, if machine Gentle/Slow washing is recommended* ● Pillows** Delicates ● Baby clothes (delicate) Gentle/Slow c Lingerie Regular Normal/Fast ● Cottons and linens ● Denims ● Blankets*** ● Baby clothes (sturdy) Extra Cleaning & Auto Soak ● Work clothes with heavy soil Normal/Fast Special Instructions *Down-filled
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HOW TO USE THE HA~WASH SYSTEM ~pical HANDWASH System Wash Loads ● Small loads of regular fabrics ● Delicate loads such as lingerie, panty hose, girdles, (up to 2 pounds) (.9 kg). blouses, sweaters, socks, shirts, baby clothes and other small, delicate hand-washables. How to Wash a Small Load of Regular Fabrics or Delicate Hand-Washables ● Remove HEAVY ● When washing stockings, panty hose and other DUTY agitator as easily tangled items, always handle separately. To follows: minimize tangling, we
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Sort by Surface Texture LINT PRODUCERS—such as terry toweling and . Separate chenille—give up lint. ( m ~ Lint a Lint u m LINT COLLECTORS—such as man-made fibers and from %wProducers %~Collectors napped fabrics like velveteen and corduroy—attract LA LJ me 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 ‘eparate mfro’efromBfro’m co
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HOW TO LOAD YOUR WAS~R 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 ~ Small items–like which encourages overlo
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The use of a sufficient amount of detergent is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your wash comes out clean. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount. Amount required varies If the recommended amount of How to use detergent— according to: detergent produces too many suds, granular, powdered or liquid: switch to a lower sudsing detergent 1. Water hardness For best results, add detergent to brand, and follow instructions 2. Amount of soil the wash basket
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OT~R LA~RY PRODUCTS Laundry Product and ~pe How to Use It Special Instructions BLEACH Chlorine liquid 1) Dilute bleach before using on any fabric. Do not pour Use your bleach dispenser. such as Clorox brand See How to Use Your Bleach undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly into washer Dispenser section. or on dry clothes. 2) Some of today’s washable fabrics should not be chlorine If you do not have a bleach dispenser, bleached such as: silk, wool, spandex, or non-fast colors. pour diluted blea
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1. Try to remove stains as soon as possible. ● Test stain removal product on a hidden The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove. inside seam or on a sample of the material. 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 in the chart on the next page, 3. Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing. and use only recommended methods. 4. Wash with recommended amount of soap ● Check the care la
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STAIN ~MOVAL GU~E Stain White and Bleachable Fabrics Other Washable Fabrics See Controls Setting Guide. Adhesives Rub with ice or immerse in very cold water. Use du/1 to[~l to Same as white and bleachable fabrics carefilly scrape off as much adhesive or gum as possible. Sponge (Chewing Gum, etc.) with a safe dry cleaning fluid, *rinse well, then wash as usual. Apply undiluted liquid detergent. Rinse. If stain remains, bleach Same as white and bleachable fabrics Antiperspirants, Deodorants accord
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QUESTIONS? USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE LINT OR RESIDUE ● Incorrect sorting of clothes. Separate lint producers (such as terry towels and ON CLOTHES chenille) from lint receivers (such as man-made fabrics, velveteen, corduroy). ● Washing too long, especially for smaller loads. For normal soil, wash one minute per pound of dry clothes. ● Use of non-phosphate detergents which combine with hardness minerals to form a precipitate which can be mistaken for lint. Use a phosphate or l
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T~ PROBLEM SOLmR (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE GRAYED CLOTHES ● bproper soaking with insufficient detergent. Usually a 30-minute soak is sufficient. (continued) However, when using extended soaks for heavily soiled garments, you may need to use twice the recommended amount of detergent. ● Use of soap in hard water. Switch to a phosphate detergent, or follow six steps at bottom of opposite page. ● Washing too long may result in increased soil deposition, Use shorter wash times for smaller lo
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SHRINWGE, Q Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched ~ITS and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment maybe pressed back into shape &er each wash and dry cycle. ● Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics) is gradually removed by laundering. This may also be noticed in older garments that have been washed many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for relaxation shrinkag
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THE PROBLEM SOL~R (continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SNAGS, HOLES, @ Chemicals such as hair bleach, dye, permanent wave solutions, battery acids and TEARS, RWS OR toilet bowl cleaners may cause fabric holes. Rinse all towels and other articles that EXCESSIVE WAR came in contact with these chemicals before putting them in wash. Do not (continued) contaminate clothing articles with these chemicals. ● As permanent press garments age, they may show fraying at collars and cuffs. This is normal due to
