CHICAGO

LONDON NEW YORK HOUSTON LOS ANGELES TOKYO BRUSSELS

ERIKA Z. JONES 202-778-0642 

## MAYER, BROWN & PLATT
2000 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, N.W.

WASHINGTON , D.C. 20006-1882



### August 3, 1993

HAND DELIVERY

Mr. Carl Adams Director, Appliance Standards Division Office of Codes and Standards Office of Building Technologies Conservation and Renewable Energy United States Department of Energy Forrestal Building 1000 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20585

Dear Mr. Adams: 202-463-2000 TELEX 892603 FACSIMILE: 202-861-0473



### This letter confirms our telephone discussion of July 30, 1993 regarding the position of Whirlpool Corporation with respect to the applicability of the Department of Energy's clothes washer energy efficiency test procedures (10 C.F.R, Part 430, Subpart B, Appendix J) to washer machine cycles other than the "normal cycle" as that term is defined in Section 1.10 of the test procedures. As I explained in our telephone call, Whirlpool understands that it must certify its washer machines by following the specified test procedure separately for each temperature combination offered on the temperature selector control; however, the test procedure also specifies that each of these temperature combinations is to be tested after activation of the "normal cycle". There is no provision in the test procedure for testing a temperature combination in any cycle other than the "normal cycle". The only open issue, then, is to obtain your confirmation that the test procedure is conducted only in the normal cycle. Whirlpool's design will comply with the energy efficiency standard when tested in the normal cycle in all temperature combinations on the selector control because the machine is designed to preclude a warm water rinse, regardless of the rinse temperature selected on the selector control. In other words, even if the temperature selector control is set at "hot/warm," the temperature of the rinse in the normal cycle will be cold. Thus, by locking out the availability of a warm rinse in the normal cycle even if the temperature control is set to the CHICAGO LONDON 

## MAYER, BROWN & 

## PLATT

2000 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, N.W.

NEW YORK HOUSTON LOS ANGELES TOKYO BRUSSELS WASHINGTON, D.C. 20006-1882 202-463-2000 TELEX 892603

FACSIMILE: 202-861-0473

ERIKA Z. JONES

202-778-0642



### HAND DELIVERY
Mr. Carl Adams August 3, 1993

Director, Appliance standards Division Office of Codes and Standards Office of Building Technologies Conservation and Renewable Energy United states Department of Energy Forrestal Building 1000 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20585
Dear Mr. Adams:
This letter confirms our telephone discussion of July 30, 1993 regarding the position of Whirlpool corporation with respect to the applicability of the Department of Energy's clothes washer energy efficiency test procedures (10 C.F.R, Part 430, Subpart B, Appendix J) to washer machine cycles other than the "normal cycle" as that term is defined in section 1.10 of the test procedures.
As I explained in our telephone call, Whirlpool understands that it must certify its washer machines by following the specified test procedure separately for each temperature combination offered on the temperature selector control; however, the test procedure also specifies that each of these temperature combinations is to be tested after activation of the "normal cycle". There is no provision in the test procedure for testing a temperature combination in any cycle other than the "normal cycle". The only open issue, then, is to obtain your confirmation that the test procedure is conducted only in the normal cycle. Whirlpool's design will comply with the energy efficiency standard when tested in the normal cycle in all temperature combinations on the selector control because the machine is designed to preclude a warm water rinse, regardless of the rinse temperature selected on the selector control. In other words, even if the temperature selector control is set at "hot/warm," the temperature of the rinse in the normal cycle will be cold. Thus, by locking out the availability of a warm rinse in the normal cycle even if the temperature control is set to the

### hottest setting available on the machine, Whirlpool has assured

compliance with the energy efficiency standard and has selected a compliance strategy that will contribute to the energy efficiency goals of the statute and the regulations.
You suggested the possibility that a washer machine might have more than one "normal cycle." The term "normal cycle," however, is defined in Section 1.10 as "the cycle recommended by the manufacturer for washing cotton and/or linen clothes." There can be no doubt that, on machines manufactured by Whirlpool, the cycle referred to in Section 1.10 is the one labeled "normal" or, on some'models, "regular." In fact, Whirlpool has had a single"normal cycle" (or "regular cycle") -- defined by such characteristics as agitation speed, spin speed, and number of rinses and fills -- for more than 20 years and is in no way seeking toreinvent the term for purposes of the May 1994 energy conservation standards. On Whirlpool's most basic machines, this is theonly cycle offered (along with a temperature selector). Whirlpool has never affirmatively recommended a cycle other than"normal" (or "regular") for cotton or linen clothes. Furthermore, if it is deemed desirable by DOE, Whirlpool will revise its consumer guides to state explicitly that "normal" is the only cycle recommended for cotton and/or linen clothes. The consumer recommendations for laundering cotton and/or linen clothes already generally specify the "normal" or "regular" cycle (which provides a cold rinse). A. copy of the "Use and Care Guide" for Whirlpool brand washer machines is enclosed for your review.
I hope this is helpful to you in resolving this matter. As I explained last Friday, Whirlpool is anxious to reach an amicable resolution of this matter. As time is of the essence, however, it is essential that Whirlpool be advised in writing of your position as soon as possible so that the company can proceed to obtain expedited judicial review if necessary. 

### hottest setting available on the machine, Whirlpool has assured compliance with the energy efficiency standard and has selected a compliance strategy that will contribute to the energy efficiency goals of the statute and the regulations.
You suggested the possibility that a washer machine might have more than one "normal cycle." The term "normal cycle," however, is defined in Section 1.10 as "the cycle recommended by the manufacturer for washing cotton and/or linen clo1;:hes." There can be no doubt that, on machines manufactured by Whirlpool, the cycle referred to in section 1.10 is the one labeled "normal" or, on some'models, "regular." In fact, Whirlpool has had a single "normal cycle" (or "regular cycle")
-- defined by such characteristics as agitation speed, spin speed, and number of rinses and fills
-- for more than 20 years and is in no way seeking to reinvent the term for purposes of the May 1994 energy conservation standards. On Whirlpool's most basic machines, this is the only cycle offered (along with a temperature selector). Whirlpool has never affirmatively recommended a cycle other than "normal" (or "regular") for cotton or linen clothes. Furthermore, if it is deemed desirable by DOE, Whirlpool will revise its consumer guides to state explicitly that "normal" is the only cycle recommended for cotton and/or linen clothes. The consumer recommendations for laundering cotton and/or linen clothes already generally specify the "normal" or "regular" cycle (which provides a cold rinse). A, 

### copy of the "Use and Care Guide" for Whirlpool brand washer machines is enclosed for your review.
I hope this is helpful to you in resolving this matter. As I explained last Friday, Whirlpool is anxious to reach an amicable resolution of this matter. As time is of the essence, however, it is essential that Whirlpool be advised in writing of your position as soon as possible so that the company can proceed to obtain expedited judicial review if necessary.

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### Thank you for your attention to this matter. 

### Sincerely,

Erika Z .VJ.fies 

### Counsel to Whirlpool Corporation

cc: The Honorable Robert R. Nordhaus, Esq. General Counsel 

### Department of Energy

Mr. Michael McCabe Office of Codes and Standards Office of Building Technologies Department of Energy
David Grumbine, Esq. Senior Counsel Whirlpool Corporation 

## Thank you for your attention to this matter.

# :~,~ Counsel to Whirlpool Corporation

cc: The Honorable Robert R. Nordhaus, Esq. General Counsel Department of Energy
Mr. Michael McCabe Office of Codes and Standards Office of Building Technologies Department of Energy
David Grumbine, Esq. Senior Counsel Whirlpool corporation

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# UseAndCare

A NoteToYou 

## 2 Understanding WasherSafety 

## 3 KnowingYour Washer's Features 

## 4 OperatingYour Washer 

## 5
Other Features 

## 10 LaundryTips 

## 12
IfYou Need AssistanceOr Service 22 Warranty 

## 24

1-800-253-1301
Call uswith questionsorcomments.



## TWO SPEED AUTOMATICWASHERS

# A Note To You

You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of troublb-free operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain yourappliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance. 

## Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance.

Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol. 

# AWARNING This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and electrical shock. 

# ACAUTION This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage (scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to your personal property. 

## Our Consumer Assistance number, 1-800

-253-1301, is toll-free 24 hours a day. If you have a question concerning your appliance's operation, or if you need service, first see "If You Need Assistance Or Service" on page 22. If you need further help, call us. When calling, you will need to know your appliance's complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number plate (see diagram on page 4). For your convenience, we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer's name and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference. Model Number Dealer Name Serial Number Dealer Phone 

# A NoteToYou

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure manyyears of**troubl~-free** operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on howto 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. This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance.


### Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use ofeach symbol. 

# AWARNING
This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, fire and electrical shock. 

# ACAUTION
This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage (scratches, dents, etc.) and damageto yourpersonal property.


### Our Consumer Assistance number, 1-800-253-1301, is toll-free 24 hours a day. If you have a question concerning your appliance's operation, or if you need service, first see "If You Need Assistance Or Service" on page 22. Ifyou need further help, call us. When calling, you will need to know your appliance's complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number plate (see diagram on page 

### 4). Foryour convenience, we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip and yourdealer's name and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place forfuture reference. ModeINumber

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# IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using your washer. • 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. 

### • 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. These substances give off vapors that can create a fire hazard or explosion. • Do not allow children to operate, play with,or crawl on or inside your washer. Supervise children closely when your washer is used near them. • Before your washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment. *After starting a cycle, do not reach into the basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is pushed in and all motion stops. • Do not tamper with the controls. • If your hot water has not been used recently (usually 2 weeks or longer), hydrogen gases may build up in your water heater and your hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or damage, before using your washer, turn on all hot water faucetsand allow water to run for several minutes. This will allow gases to escape. Do not smoke or use any open flame near your faucet while it is open. 

### Please ... • Have only a qualified person install, repair, or replace parts on washer. • Maintain washer properly. • Protect washer from the weather and keep it where the temperature will not fall below freezing. • Install and level washer on a floor that can support the weight.* 

### • Connect washer to the correct 3-prong outlet, electrical supply, water supply, and drain.* *Ground washer properly.* *See the Installation Instructions. 

## Understanding your responsibilities • Store detergent, laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry place where children cannot reach them (in a locked cabinet if possible).

### • Read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laundry aids, especially warnings and precautions. • Do not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil. Theseitems may contain some oil after laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself. • Do not use chlorine bleach and ammoniaor acids (such as vinegar or rust remover) in the same wash. Hazardous fumes can form. 

### • Unplug power supply cord before attempting to service your washer.• Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small particles can stick to the fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation.



## - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - 

# - UNDERSTANDING WASHER SAFETY



# IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS AWARNING To reducethe risk offire, electrical shockor injuryto persons when usingyourwaSher, follow basic precautions, includingthe following:

- Read all instructions before using your

washer.

- Do not machine wash or machine dry

items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or otherflammable fluids. Thefumes can create a fire hazard orexplosion. Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials.

- Flammablefluids (dry-cleaning solvents,

kerosene, gasoline, etc.) should not be used orstored in or nearyourwasher. Do not add flammable fluids to yourwash water. These substances give offvapors that can create a fire hazard or explosion.

- Do not allow children to operate, play with,

orcrawl on or inside yourwasher. Supervise children closely when your washer is used nearthem.

- Before yourwasher is removed from

service ordiscarded, remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment.

- After starting a cycle, do not reach into the

basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is pushed in and all motion stops. - Do nottamperwith the controls. -Ifyour hot water has not been used

recently (usually 2 weeks or longer), hydrogen gases may build up in your water heater and your hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury ordamage, before using yourwasher, turn on all hot waterfaucets and allow waterto run for several minutes. This will allow gases to escape. Do not smoke or use any open flame near yourfaucet while it is open. Please

...

- Have only a qualified person install,

repair, or replace parts on washer.

- Maintain washer properly.

- Protect washerfrom the weatherand

keep it where the temperature will notfall belowfreezing. -Install and level washer on a floor that

can supportthe weight.*

- Connect washerto the correct 3-prong

outlet, electrical supply, water supply, and drain.* -Ground washer properly.* *See the Installation Instructions. 

## Understanding your responsibilities

- Store detergent, laundry aids and other

materials in a cool, dry place where children cannot reach them (in a locked cabinet if possible).

- Read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laundryaids, especially warnings and precautions.

- Do notwash ordry itemsthat are soiled

with vegetable orcooking oil. These items maycontain some oil after laundering. Dueto the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself. - Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids (such as vinegar or rust remover) in the same wash. Hazardous fumes can form.

- Unplug powersupply cord before

attempting to service yourwasher.

- Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small particles can stickto the fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation.



## - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS3

### The parts and features of your washer are illustrated in this section. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model. They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.

Temperature selector Extra rinse option*

MAGIC CLEANS lint filter* Manual clean lint filter (inside agitator)* Cycle control knob

Consumer Assistance Center number (1-800

-253-1301) 

## KNOWING YOUR WASHER'S FEATURES ' 

# KnowingYour Washer's Features

The parts andfeatures ofyourwasherare illustrated in this section. Become familiarwith all parts and features before using yourwasher. NOTE: The drawings in this book mayvaryfrom yourwasher model. They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.

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## In This Section Page Page Before starting your washer

.............................. 5 Selecting a cycle and time ..............................6 Starting or stopping your washer

..................... 5 Using rinse and spin

....................................... 8 Selecting a load size ..........................................5 Using drain and spin ....................................... 9 Selecting wash

-rinse temperatures

................. 6 What happens in each cycle

........................... 9



### Operating your washer properly ensures maximum washing efficiency. This section gives you important information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature for your wash load. 

# Before starting your washer Add measured detergent. Then place a sorted NOTE: If your washer has a Consumer load in the washer before starting. See page 12 Feature Guide, remove it and place it in your for additional "Before you wash" information. Use and Care Guide. 

# Starting or stopping your washer Starting your washer: 1. Select a load size and water temperature. 2. Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise. Stop when the indicator on the knob's outer ring points to the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. 3. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. Refer to pages 6-9 for additional information to help you make selections. 

### Stopping and restarting your washer: • To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control Knob.• To restart the washer, close the lid (if necessary) and pull out the Cycle Control Knob. 

# Selecting a load size
Your washer has a knob or slide Load Size Selector. Position the Load Size Selector at the setting that corresponds to the size load you want to wash. 

### Select a load size based upon the size of the load and the fabric you are washing. See page 12 for additional loading information.• If your washer has a knob Load Size Selector, turn selector to the desired load size. 

## OPERATING YOUR WASHER 

# OperatingYour Washer

InThis Section Page Page Beforestartingyourwasher

..............................5 Selecting a cycleandtime

..............................6 Starting orstoppingyourwasher

.....................5 Using rinse and spin

.......................................8 Selecting a loadsize

..........................................5 Using drain andspin

.......................................9 Selecting wash-rinsetemperatures

.................6 What happens in each cycle•••.••••••••.•..•.•••••...•9

Operating yourwasher properly ensures maximum washing efficiency. This section gives you important information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature for your wash load.


# Before starting your washer Add measured detergent. Then place a sorted NOTE: Ifyourwasher has a Consumer load in the washer before starting. See page 12 Feature Guide, remove it and place it in your for additional "Before you wash" information. Use and Care Guide. 

# Starting or stopping your washer Startingyourwasher: 1. Select a load size and watertemperature. 2. Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise. Stop when the indicatoron the knob's outer ring pOints to the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. 3. Pull outthe Cycle Control Knob. Referto pages 6-9 for additional information to help you make selections. 

### Stopping and restarting yourwasher:
• To stopthe washerat anytime, push in the

Cycle Control Knob

. • To restart the washer, close the lid (if necessary) and pull outthe Cycle Control Knob. 

# Selecting a load size Yourwasher has a knob orslide Load Size Selector. Position the Load Size Selector at the setting that correspondsto the size load you wantto wash.

Select a load size based upon the size of the load and the fabric you are washing. See page 12for additional loading information.
• Ifyourwasher has a knob Load Size Selector, turn selectortothe desired load size. Cycle may vary with model

Settings mayvarywith model 

### 5

### • If your machine has a slide Load Size Selector, you may set the load size anywhere on or between the small and ex large settings. To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill, move the Selector to the desired new setting. NOTE: If your washer has RESET on the Load Size Selector, change the load size selection by first moving the Selector to RESET, then to the new load size. 

## Load size tips • Items should move freely in the washer. Do • Reduce wash time when using a small load not overload the machine or select a load size size setting. Loads with only a few small that is too small for the wash load. items need less wash time. • Use a large load size setting for best results with permanent press clothes. 

# Selecting wash-rinse temperatures

Your washer has a knob, CLEAN TOUCH"" or push button Water Temperature Selector. 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. Knob selector NOTE: The Regular cycle features all cold an indicator appears rinses . above the water 

## Water temperature tips • Use warm wash water with the Permanent Press and Delicate cycles. • Always use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics. 

### • For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes, prewash or presoak before washing in warm water. UUMIME=



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Push button selector CLEAN TOUCH selectortemperatures selected



### See the "Water usage guide" on page 16 for more information. 

# Selecting a cycle and time You will find information you need to help you make correct cycle selections in this section. • Pages 7-8: Use the information on these pages to guide you when selecting a wash cycle and time. • Page 9: Use this page to help you understand what happens during a wash cycle. 

## OPERATING YOUR WASHER**~,**

• Ifyour machine has a slide Load Size Selector, you may set the load size anywhere on or between the small and ex large settings. To change the load size setting afterthe washer has started tofill, move the Selectorto the desired newsetting. NOTE: If yourwasher has RESET on the Load Size Selector, change the load size selection by first moving the Selectorto RESET, then to the new load size. 

### Load size tips

• Items should move freely in the washer. Do

not overload the machine orselect a load size that is too small forthe wash load.
• Use a large load size setting for best results

with permanent press clothes. Slide selectorwith "Reset"

• Reduce wash time when using a small load

size setting. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time.



# Selecting wash-rinse temperatures
Yourwasher has a knob, CLEAN TOUCHTM or push button WaterTemperature Selector. Match the watertemperature to the type offabric and soils being washed. The top temperature is the wash water and the bottom temperature is the rinse water. NOTE: The Regular cycle features all cold rinses. 

### Water temperature tips

• Use warm wash waterwith the Permanent

Press and Delicate cycles.
• Always use cold rinse waterfor permanent

press fabrics.
• For heavily soiled permanent press or knit

clothes, prewash or presoak before washing in warm water. Hot 

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See the "Water usage guide" on page 16 for more information. 

# Selecting a cycle and time
You will find information you need to help you make correct cycle selections in this section.
• Pages 7-8: Usethe information on these

pages to guide you when selecting a wash cycle and time.
• Page 9: Use this page to helpyou understand

what happens during a wash cycle.



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## Heavy cycle The Heavy cycle features the Gentle Wash System and high agitation and spin speeds. • Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean large loads of sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. • Use 6-9 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled. • Quick cycle (on some models)-Use this cycle to wash sturdily constructed fabrics that are lightly soiled. 

## Regular cycle The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash system and high spin speeds to shorten drying time. All rinses are cold. • Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean cotton and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled. 

### • Use 9 minutes of wash time to clean cotton and linen fabrics that are moderately soiled. • Softwash cycle (on some models)-Use this cycle for cotton and linen fabrics that are lightly soiled. NOTE: The Regular cycle features all cold rinses. 

## Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system, a cool-down rinse, and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

### • Use 9 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled.• Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and some synthetics that are lightly soiled. NOTE: The washer pauses briefly during the wash cycle. This is normal for washer operation. Delicate cycle The Delicate cycle features a reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal. Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling. • Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits. 

## Heavy cycle The Heavy cycle features the Gentle Wash System and high agitation and spin speeds.
• Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean large

loads of sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
• Use 6-9 minutes of wash time to clean

sturdily constructed fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled.
• Quickcycle (on some models)-Usethis

cycle to wash sturdily constructed fabrics that are lightly soiled. 

## Regular cycle The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash system and high spin speeds to shorten drying time. All rinses are cold.
• Use 12 minutes of wash time to clean cotton

and linen fabrics that are heavily soiled.
• Use 9 minutes ofwash time to clean cotton

and linen fabrics that are moderately soiled.
• Softwash cycle (on some models)-Use this

cycle for cotton and linen fabrics that are lightly soiled. NOTE: The Regular cycle features all cold rinses. 

## Permanent Press cycle The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system, a cool-down rinse, and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.
• Use 9 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled.
• Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean permanent press and some synthetics that are lightly soiled. NOTE: The washer pauses briefly during the wash cycle. This is normal forwasheroperation. 

## Delicate cycle The Delicate cycle features a reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal. Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling.
• Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean lightly

soiled delicate items and washable knits. 

## OPERATING YOUR WASHER

Heavy cycle

Regular cycle

Permanent press cycle

Delicate cycle 

### 7

## Soak cycle (on some models) 

### The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soak time to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. • Use warm water when soaking laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See pages 13-15 for stain removal information. 

### • Use the amount of detergent or presoak additive recommended by manufacturer. • After the Soak cycle ends, add detergent and set a new wash cycle. 

## Pre-Wash cycle (on some models) 

### The Pre-Wash cycle features a brief period of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. • Use warm water for prewashing stained laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See pages 13-15 for stain removal information.• After the Pre-Wash cycle ends, add detergent and set a new wash cycle. 

## Super Wash cycle (on some models) Super Wash automatically prewashes the laundry and advances into the Heavy cycle. (The washer does not need to be reset after the Super Wash cycle.) Use this cycle whenwashing heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal. 

### • For proper cleaning use double the amount of detergent recommended for a wash cycle. NOTE: The machine pauses during Super Wash. This is normal for washer operation. 

# Using rinse and spin NOTE: If your washer has the Extra Rinse option, see page 10. When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to RINSE, as illustrated. 2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain, and spin. Super wash cycle 

## , OPERATING YOUR WASHER 1



## Soak cycle (on some models) The Soak cycle features brief periods of agitation and soaktime to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment.
• Use warm waterwhen soaking laundry. (Hot

water can set stains.) See pages 13-15for stain removal information

. • Use the amount ofdetergent or presoak

additive recommended by manufacturer.
• Afterthe Soak cycle ends, add detergent and

set a newwash cycle. 

## Pre-Wash cycle (on some models) The Pre-Wash cycle features a brief period of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment.
• Use warm waterfor prewashing stained

laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See pages 13-15for stain removal information.
• Afterthe Pre-Wash cycle ends, add detergent and set a new wash cycle. 

## SuperWash cycle (on some models) SuperWash automatically prewashes the laundry and advances into the Heavycycle. (The washerdoes not need to be reset after the SuperWash cycle.) Use this cycle when washing heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal.
• For proper cleaning use doublethe amount

of detergent recommended for a wash cycle. NOTE: The machine pauses during Super Wash. This is norm,,:1 for washer operation. 

# Using rinse and spin

NOTE: Ifyourwasher has the Extra Rinse option, see page 

### 10. When using extra detergentfor heavily soiled clothes, orwashing special-care items, you maywant an extra rinse and spin. 

### 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to RINSE, as illustrated. 2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected load size, agitate, drain, and spin. 

### 8 Soak cycle

Pre-wash cycle

Superwash cycle

# Using drain and spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to SPIN, as illustrated. 2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will drain and spin.



# What happens in each cycle

Permanent Press When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected load size) before agitation and timingstart. 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 OFF and the cycle ends.



### WASH

Fill

The Permanent Press cycle partially drains, fills, agitates briefly, and drains.

NOTE: Wash agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash agitation in the Heavy, Regular, and Permanent Press cycles. 

### The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal for washer operation. NOTE: A Gentle Wash system helps protect your fabrics by reducing wash agitation speed during the last few minutes of wash agitation in the Regular and Permanent Press cycles.

RINSE

Fill



### Rinse 'qW 

# Using drain and spin
A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavyfabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 

### 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to SPIN, as illustrated. 2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will drain and spin. 

## OPERATING YOUR WASHER



# What happens in each cycle
When the Cycle Control Knob is setto a number and pulled out, the washerfills (to the selected load size) before agitation and timing start. The washer will begin agitating immediately afterfilling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down. After agitation starts, the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.

WASH

Fill



# ......
Wash selected time



# ...... Drain (or partial drain*) No agitation



# ......

•The Permanent Press cycle partially drains, fills, agitates briefly, and drains. Spin



# ...... NOTE: Wash agitation speed is reduced during the lastfew minutes of wash agitation in the Heavy, Regular, and Permanent Press cycles. Thewasher pauses brieflythroughout each cycle. These pauses are normal for washer operation. NOTE: A Gentle Wash system helps protect yourfabrics by redUCing wash agitation speed during the lastfew minutes of wash agitation in the Regular and Permanent Press cycles.

RINSE

# ~ Fill



# ...... tlj Rinse II


# ......**~** Drain-No agitation



# ......**~** Spin-Spray rinse



# ......**~** Spin



# ...... 

# l1JJ Off



# ......

9

# Other Features

In This Section Page Page Lint filters ..........................................................10 Using the fabric softener dispenser ............. 11 Using the extra rinse option

............................ 10 Using the chlorine bleach dispenser ...........11


### 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. 

# Lint filters Your washer has either a self-cleaning lint filter (requires no cleaning by you) or a manual clean lint filter. Check the shape of your agitator to see if you need to clean your lint filter.
AGITATOR ABOUT YOUR FILTER FILTER



## MAGIC CLEAN® lint filter This lint filter requires no cleaning. (The lint 

### ^O filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans

itself.) During agitation, wash and rinse water pass over the filter, separating the lint from the 7-1', • .y water. The lint is then spun away from the filter and out of the system during the spin part of the cycle. Spiral-shaped If your washer drains into a tub, remove any MAGIC Basket CLEAN interior 

### agitator lint collected in the tub or strainer. lint filter



## Manual clean lint filter If your agitator is barrel shaped, as illustrated, your machine has a manual clean lint filter. Clean the filter at the bottom of the agitator after every load for the best filtering results. To clean: 1. Lift off the agitator barrel. 2. Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the Barrel-shaped agitator barrel. The filter is not removable. agitator 3. Rep

### lace agitator barrel. Snap 

### it into place. Manual clean lint filter 

# Using the extra rinse option
(on some models) 

### You can select an extra rinse in all cycles except the Regular cycle. • Before a cycle starts, select Extra Rinse ON. The washer automatically adds an extra rinse and spin to the cycle. • If no extra rinse and spin is desired, select Extra Rinse OFF. NOTE: On CLEAN TOUCH'" models, the "On" indicator appears when an Extra Rinse is selected. 0 On ' Off 

# ao

Extra rinse pad 

## OTHER FEATURES**~~** 

# OtherFeatures

In This Section Page Page Lintfilters

..........................................................1 0 Usingthefabric softenerdispenser

.............11 Usingthe extra rinse option

............................1 0 Usingthechlorine bleach dispenser

...........11

Yourwasher may have some of the following features. Understanding the use ofthe features on your machine will help you effiCiently use your washer. 

# Lint filters
Yourwasher has either a self-cleaning lint filter (requires no cleaning by you) or a manual clean lint filter. Check the shape ofyouragitatorto see ifyou need to clean your lint filter.
AGITATOR

Spiral-shaped agitator

Barrel-shaped agitator ABOUTYOUR FILTER 

## MAGIC CLEAN® lintfilter This lint filter requires no cleaning. (The lint filter at the bottom ofthe washer basket cleans itself.) During agitation, wash and rinse water pass overthe filter, separating the lint from the water. The lint is then spun away from the filter and out ofthe system during the spin part of the cycle.

. Ifyour washer drains into a tub, remove any lint collected in the tub orstrainer. 

## Manual clean lintfilter Ifyour agitator is barrel shaped, as illustrated, your machine has a manual clean lint filter. Clean the filter atthe bottom ofthe agitator afterevery load forthe bestfiltering results. Toclean: 1. Lift offthe agitatorbarrel. 2. Wash orwipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barrel. The filter is not removable. 3. Replace agitator barrel. Snap it into place. 

# Using the extra rinse option
(on some models) You can select an extra rinse in all cycles exceptthe Regular cycle.
• Before a cycle starts, select Extra Rinse ON.

The washerautomatically adds an extra rinse and spin to the cycle.
• If no extra rinse and spin is desired, select

Extra Rinse OFF. NOTE: On CLEAN TOUCHTM models, the "On" indicatorappears when an Extra Rinse is selected.
10 Extra rinse knob FILTER

Manual clean lintfilter

Extra rinse padPage .........11 .........11



### eatures on

iual clean 

# Using the fabric softener dispenser

(on some models) 

### 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 cross-bar in the pouring well. 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 final rinse begins. Staining can occur. Flush dispenser periodically with warm water. • To remove the dispenser, grasp the top of the dispenser with both hands. Squeeze and push upward with thumbs to remove. 

### • Clean dispenser by holding under water faucet. Replace after cleaning. NOTE: Do not wash clothes with dispenser removed. Do not add detergent or bleach to dispenser. The dispenser can clog.

Clean the dispenser 

# Using the chlorine bleach dispenser
(on some models) Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow manufacturer's directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling. 

### 1. Load the washer. 2. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip or run down into washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. 3. Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted automatically during wash part of cycle.NOTE: Do not add powdered chlorine or allfabric bleach to the dispenser. The dispenser can clog. Dilute fabric softener with warm water to the cross-bar 

## OTHER FEATURES



# Using

# the fabric softener dispenser
(on some models) 1. Add detergent and load the basket. 2. Add liquid fabric softenerto the dispenser using the amount recommended on the package. Avoid dripping orspilling any fabric softener on the load. 3. Dilute fabric softenerwith warm water. Fill dispenserwith warm water until liquid reaches the cross-bar in the pouring well. 4. Startthe washer. Diluted fabric softenerwill be added to the load duringthe final rinse. NOTE: Do not stop the washer before the final rinse begins. Staining can occur. Flush dispenser periodically with warm water.
• To remove the dispenser, graspthe top of

the dispenserwith both hands. Squeeze and push upward with thumbs to remove

. • Clean dispenser by holding underwater

faucet. Replace after cleaning. NOTE: Do notwash clothes with dispenser removed. Do not add detergent or bleach to dispenser. The dispensercan clog. Dilutefabric softener withwarm waterto the cross-bar

Addfabric softenerand water

Clean the dispenser 

# Using

# the chlorine bleach dispenser
(on some models) Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less with lowerwater level settings. Follow manufacturer's directionsfor safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spoutto avoid spilling. 1. Load the washer. 2. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip or run down into washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric ittouches. 3. Startthe washer. Bleach will be diluted automatically during wash part of cycle. NOTE: Do not add powdered chlorine or allfabric bleach to the dispenser. The dispenser can clog.

11

# Laundry Tips

In This Section Page Before you wash ...............................................12 Removing stains ...............................................13 Water usage guide ............................................16 Using laundry aids ...........................................17 Washing special

-care items

............................ 18 Page Solving laundering problems .......................20 Caring for your washer .................................21 Care during periods of non

-use ...................21 Saving energy ................................................21



### This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and discusses solutions to common laundering problems. 

# Before you wash Preparing clothes for washing • Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid

snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Remove unwashable trim and ornaments. • Empty pockets and turn them inside out. • Turn down cuffs and brush away lint and dirt. • Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling. • Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle. • Mend tears, loose hems and seams. • Treat spots and stains. (See page 13 for pretreatment and stain removal information.) • Stained or wet garments should be washed promptly for best results. Sorting • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly

soiled ones even if they would normally be washed together. Separate lint givers (towels,chenille) from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics, permanent 

### press). When possible, turn lint givers inside out. • Separate dark from light colors, colorfast from noncolorfast. • Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy cottons, knits, delicate items). 

### Loading • Drop items into washer loosely. Fill to the top

of the basket, but do not pack or wrap items around the agitator. Items should move easily through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle-free results. Watch for rollover. Items should sink and reappear later. • Load washer properly. Overloading or packing can: -cause poor cleaning. -increase wrinkling. -create excessive lint. 

### -wear out items faster (because of pilling). • Load by the amount of space items take up, not by their weight. • Mix large and small items in each load. Load

evenly to maintain washer balance. An off-balance load can make the machine vibrate during spin. To reduce wrinkling, permanent press and synthetic knits should have more room to move in the water than heavy items (towels, jeans). 

## LAUNDRY TIPS

. "' 

# Laundry Tips

In This Section Page Page Before you wash

...............................................12 Solving laundering problems

.......................20 Removing stains

...............................................13 Caring foryourwasher

.................................21 Water usage guide

............................................16 Care during periods ofnon-use

...................21 Using laundry aids

...........................................17 Saving energy

................................................21 Washing special-care items

............................18

This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and discusses solutions to common laundering problems.


# Before you wash Preparing clothes for washing

• Close zippers, snaps, and hooksto avoid

# ~ snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching 

## o the washer interior. Remove unwashable trim and omaments.
• Empty pockets and turn them inside out.
• Turn down cuffs and brush away lint and dirt.
• Turn synthetic knits inside outto avoid pilling.
• Tie strings and sashes so they will nottangle.
• Mend tears, loose hems and seams. • Treat spots and stains. (See page 13for

pretreatment and stain removal information.)
• Stained or wet garments should be washed

promptly for best results. 

## Sorting

• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly

# ~ soiled ones even ifthey would

.**,~,;** normally be washed together. Separate lint givers (towels,

. . chenille) from linttakers (cordu-

. roy, synthetics, permanent press). When possible, turn lint givers inside out.
• Separate darkfrom light colors, colorfastfrom

noncolorfast.
• Sort byfabric and construction (sturdy

cottons, knits, delicate items).



### 12 

## Loading

• Drop items into washer loosely. Fill to the top

# ~ ofthe basket, but do not pack or wrap items around the agitator. Items should move easily through wash waterfor best cleaning and wrinkle-free results. Watch for rollover. Items should sink and reappear later.
• Load washer properly. Overloading or

packing can: -cause poorcleaning. -increase wrinkling. -create excessive lint. -wearout itemsfaster (because of pilling).
• Load by the amount ofspace items take up,

not by their weight.
• Mix large and small items in each load. Load

# ~ evenly to maintain washer balance. An off-balance load ; can make the machine vibrate ',_ _J during spin. To reduce wrinkling, permanent press and synthetic knits should have more room to move in the waterthan heavy items (towels,jeans).

## Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest load size setting.

cation, and

ill to the top not pack or ie agitator. asily for best -free should sink

of pilling). ns take up,

load. Load rasher nce load ne vibrate ce wrinkling, d synthetic nove in the jeans). LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes Permanent Press Mixed Load Towels 2 pair pants 1 double sheet 2 double or 1 king 8 bath towels 3 shirts 1 tablecloth size sheet 8 hand towels 3 pair jeans 1 dress 4 pillowcases 10 wash cloths 1 coverall 1 blouse 6 T-shirts 1 bathmat 2 slacks 6 pair shorts Knits 3 shirts 2 shirts Delicates 2 slacks 2 pillowcases 2 blouses 2 camisoles 2 blouses 6 handkerchiefs 4 slips 4 shirts 4 panties 4 tops 2 bras 2 dresses 2 nighties
EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes Permanent Press Mixed Load Towels 3 pair pants 2 double or 1 king 3 double sheets 10 bath towels 3 shirts ' size sheet 4 pillowcases 10 hand towels 4 pair jeans 1 tablecloth 8 T-shirts 14 wash cloths 1 coverall 1 dress 6 pair shorts 1 bathmat 1 overall 1 blouse 2 shirts Delicates 2 slacks 2 blouses Knits 3 shirts 8 handkerchiefs 3 camisoles 3 slacks 2 pillowcases 1 quilted robe 3 blouses 4 slips 6 shirts 4 panties 4 tops 2 bras 4 dresses 2 nighties 1 baby's dress 

# Removing stains Stained, heavily soiled or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing. Pre-washing or soaking Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. Stain removal 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.) 3. How old the stain is. (Washing and drying can set some stains.) • Start with cold or warm water. Hot water can set some stains. 

### • When bleach is recommended, use a bleach that is safe for the fabric. Dilute chlorine bleach. • Test stain removers on an inside seam or hidden corner of the item to see if the color is removed. • Put the stained area face down on a paper towel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover to the back of the stain. This can force the stain off the fabric instead of through it. 

### • Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help break down some protein stains so they are easier to remove. • Use nonflammable dry cleaning solvents in a well-ventilated room. 13 

## LAUNDRY TIPS

Loading suggestions
Forthese suggested full-sized loads, usethe highest load size setting.

LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes Permanent Press 2 pair pants 1 double sheet 3 shirts 1tablecloth 3 pairjeans 1 dress 1 coverall 1 blouse Knits 2 slacks 3 shirts 2 slacks 2 pillowcases 2 blouses 4 shirts 4tops 2 dresses

EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS HeavyWork Clothes Permanent Press 3 pair pants 2 double or 1 king 3 shirts 'sizesheet 4 pairjeans 1tablecloth 1coverall 1dress 1overall 1blouse 2 slacks Knits 3 shirts 3 slacks 2 pillowcases 3 blouses 6 shirts 4tops 4 dresses 

# Removing stains Stained, heavily soiled or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, orgrass. Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing. 

## Pre-washing or soaking Use warm waterfor soaking or prewashing stained laundry. Hotwatercan set stains. 

## Stain removal rules

• Most stains are easierto remove when they

are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out. Follow package directionsfor pretreatment products.
• Before treating any stain, find out

...

1. What kind of stain it is. 2. What kind offabric it is and if it is colorfast. (Check label.) Mixed Load Towels 2 double or 1 king 8 bath towels

size sheet 8 hand towels 4 pillowcases 1 0 wash cloths 6T-shirts 1 bathmat 6 pair shorts Delicates 2 shirts 2 blouses 2 camisoles 6 handkerchiefs 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties

Mixed Load Towels 3 double sheets 10 bath towels 4 pillowcases 10 hand towels 8T-shirts 14 wash cloths 6 pair shorts 1 bathmat 2shirts Delicates 2 blouses 8 handkerchiefs 3 camisoles 1quilted robe 4 slips 4 panties 2 bras 2 nighties 1 baby's dress

3. How old the stain is. (Washing and drying can set some stains.)
• Start with cold orwarm water. Hotwater can

set some stains.
• When bleach is recommended, use a bleach

that is safe forthe fabric. Dilute chlorine bleach.
• Test stain removers on an inside seam or

hidden corner ofthe item to see if the color is removed.
• Putthe stained area face down on a paper

towel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover to the back ofthe stain. This can force the stain off the fabric instead ofthrough it.
• Meattenderizer orenzyme presoaks help

break down some protein stains so they are easierto remove. • Use nonflammable dry cleaning solvents in a

well-ventilated room. 

### 13

## Stain removal guide STAIN TO REMOVE ° Alcoholic These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh beverage 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. Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or

longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse. If stain remains, put a few drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide on stain for 3-5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. Wash. Chewing Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a nonflamgum mable dry cleaning solvent. Let dry. Wash. Chocolate or Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a coffee prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid

detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash. Crayon and Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Place fabric between two blotters or facial candle wax tissue. Press with warm iron. Remove color stain with nonflammable dry clean

### ing solvent. Hand wash until stain is gone. If full load is crayon stained, take to cleaners or coin-operated dry cleaning machine. Cream, milk Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent, or a prewash soil and stain or ice cream remover. Rinse..Wash. Repeat if necessary. If stain remains, apply a few drops

of liquid detergent and a few drops of ammonia. Blot dry and rinse. If stain remains, soak in an enzyme presoak. Wash. Deodorants Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Wash and anti- in hottest water safe for fabric. perspirants Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammonia and

all-fabric bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Fat, grease Items soiled with vegetable or cooking oil should not be washed or dried. See 

### or oil vegetable/cooking oil Warning on page 3. For other types of greasy stains, use

one of the methods below: • Use pretreatment stain remover. Follow label directions. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. • Use talcum powder to absorb as much grease as possible. Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. Rinse. Wash. • Treat with liquid detergent or rub a detergent paste on the stain. Wash using hottest water safe for fabric. Fruit stains Fresh stains: Soak immediately in cool water. Wash. If stain remains, cover

area with a paste made of all-fabric bleach, a few drops of hot water and a few drops of ammonia. Wait 15 to 30 minutes. Wash. Old stains: Sponge with white vinegar. Rinse. Repeat procedure for fresh stains. Grass or Soak in warm or cold water with an enzyme presoak for at least 30 minutes, or green sponge with denatured alcohol. Wash in water temperature and bleach safe for 

### vegetables the fabric. For colored fabrics, check colorfastness before applying alcohol. For

acetate, sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. If stain remains, bleach with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse. Rewash. Ink or Spray stain with an aerosol hair spray or rubbing alcohol. Sponge stain continuballpoint ously until all bleeding stops. Let dry. Repeat if necessary. Wash. If stain pen ink remains, bleach if safe for fabric. (India and other indelible inks are almost

impossible to remove completely.) 

## LAUNDRY TIPS
-

Stain removal guide

STAIN TO REMOVE 

# . Alcoholic These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge orsoak fresh beverage stains with cold water. Wash. Ifstain remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water, liquid detergent and a few drops ofwhite vinegar. Rinse. Wash. Blood Rinse immediately orsoak in cold waterwith enzyme presoak for 30 minutes or longer. Rinse. Rub detergent into any remaining stains. Rinse. If stain remains, put a few drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide on stain for 3-5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. Wash. Chewing Use ice to make gum hard. Scrape off what you can. Sponge with a nonflamgum mabie dry cleaning solvent. Let dry. Wash. Chocolate or Sponge immediatelywith a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a coffee prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. Ifstain remains, apply a liquid detergentto stain orsoak in warm waterwith an enzyme presoak. Rewash. Crayon and Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Place fabric between two blotters orfacial candle wax tissue. Press with warm iron. Remove colorstain with nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. Hand wash until stain is gone. Iffull load is crayon stained, take to cleaners orcoin-operated dry cleaning machine. Cream, milk Sponge with a nonflammable drycleaning solvent, or a prewash soil and stain or ice cream remover. Rinse. Wash. Repeat if necessary. If stain remains, apply a few drops of liquid detergent and a few drops of ammonia. Blot dry and rinse. If stain remains, soak in an enzyme presoak. Wash. Deodorants Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent oryour regular laundry detergent. Wash and anti- in hottest watersafe forfabric. perspirants Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammonia and all-fabric bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe forfabric. Fat, grease Items soiled with vegetable or cooking oil should not be washed ordried. See oroil vegetable/cooking oil Warning on page 3. For othertypes of greasy stains, use one ofthe methods below:
• Use pretreatment stain remover. Follow label directions. Wash in hottest water

safe forfabric.
• Use talcum powderto absorb as much grease as possible. Sponge with a

nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. Rinse. Wash.
• Treat with liquid detergent or rub a detergent paste on the stain. Wash using

hottest water safe forfabric. Fruitstains Fresh stains: Soak immediately in cool water. Wash. If stain remains, cover area with a paste made ofall-fabric bleach, a few drops of hot water and a few drops of ammonia. Wait 15 to 30 minutes. Wash. Old stains: Sponge with white vinegar. Rinse. Repeat procedure forfresh stains. Grass or Soak in warm orcold waterwith an enzyme presoakfor at least 30 minutes, or green sponge with denatured alcohol. Wash in watertemperature and bleach safe for vegetables the fabric. Forcolored fabrics, check colorfastness before applying alcohol. For acetate, sponge with a nonflammable drycleaning solvent. Ifstain remains, bleach with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse. Rewash. Inkor Spray stain with an aerosol hairspray or rubbing alcohol. Sponge stain continuballpoint ously until all bleeding stops. Let dry. Repeat if necessary. Wash. If stain pen ink remains, bleach if safe forfabric. (India and other indelible inks are almost impossible to remove completely.)



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### ain continustain almost STAIN TO REMOVE 

### Iron or rust Colored 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. Ketchup or Sponge immediately with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a tomato prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid products detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash. Lipstick Apply nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or prewash soil and stain remover.

Blot with absorbent material. Repeat if necessary. Rinse. If stain still remains, rub with liquid detergent. Wash. Meat juice, Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme egg presoak at least 30 minutes, or treat stains with a nonflammable dry cleaning

solvent. Wash. Mildew Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. If stain remains, soak in warm water and

an all-fabric bleach for 15 to 30 minutes. Rewash. (Old mildew stains are 

### almost impossible to remove. Mildew fungus destroys or weakens fabrics.) An alternative to bleach is to treat with salt and lemon juice and dry in direct 

### sunlight. Rinse and rewash. Mildew may form if wet or damp laundry remains in your washer for extended periods of time. To prevent mildew, promptly dry laundry after washing. 

### Mustard Treat immediately. Scrape off excess mustard. Sponge with a nonflammable

dry cleaning solvent or a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Work liquid detergent and a few drops of vinegar into stain. Rinse. If stain remains, apply 3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse and wash. Paint Hand wash paint-stained items.

Water base: Treat stains while still wet. (These paints cannot be removed after they have dried.) Rinse in warm water to flush out paint. Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. Rinse. Wash. 

### Oil base: Scrape off fresh paint. Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or treat stain with recommended thinner. While stain is still wet with 

### solvent, rub liquid detergent into it. Wash with hottest water safe for fabric. Perspiration Remove stains before ironing. Perspiration stains may weaken fabric. Wash or

sponge stain thoroughly with detergent and warm water. If perspiration has changed the color of the fabric, use one of the following treatments: Fresh stains: Apply ammonia to stain. Rinse. Launder to remove ammonia odor. Old stains: Apply white vinegar to stain. Rinse. Launder to remove vinegar odor. Scorch Severe scorch cannot be removed. Wet stain with 3% hydrogen peroxide.

Cover with a dry cloth and press with an iron as hot as is safe for fabric. Rinse 

### well. Wash. OR Wet with lemon juice and spread in the sun to dry. Wash. Soft drinks Sponge immediately with cold water and alcohol. Heat and detergent may set

stain. 

## LAUNDRY TIPS

STAIN TO REMOVE Iron or rust Colored or noncolorfast items: Apply lemonjuice and salt: Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White or colorfast items: Try a rust remover. Testfirst on inside seam or hem. Some rust removers are notwasher safe. Follow package directions. Ketchup or Sponge immediatelywith a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or apply a tomato prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid products detergentto stain orsoak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash. Lipstick Apply nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or prewash soil and stain remover. Blotwith absorbent material. Repeat if necessary. Rinse. If stain still remains, rub with liquid detergent. Wash. Meatjuice, Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold orwarm waterwith enzyme egg presoak at least 30 minutes, ortreat stains with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. Wash. Mildew Wash in hottestwater safe forfabric. If stain remains, soak in warm water and an all-fabric bleach for 15 to 30 minutes. Rewash. (Old mildew stains are almost impossible to remove. Mildewfungus destroys orweakens fabrics.) An alternative to bleach is to treat with salt and lemon juice and dry in direct sunlight. Rinse and rewash. Mildew mayform if wet ordamp laundry remains in your washer for extended periods oftime. To prevent mildew, promptly dry laundry after washing. Mustard Treat immediately. Scrape off excess mustard. Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent or a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Work liquid detergent and a few drops of vinegar into stain. Rinse. If stain remains, apply 3% hydrogen peroxide. Rinse and wash. Paint Hand wash paint-stained items. Water base: Treat stains while still wet. (These paints cannot be removed after they have dried.) Rinse in warm waterto flush out paint. Sponge with a nonflammable dry cleaning solvent. Rinse. Wash. Oil base: Scrape off fresh paint. Sponge with a nonflammable drycleaning solvent ortreat stain with recommended thinner. While stain is still wet with solvent, rub liquid detergent into it. Wash with hottestwater safe for fabric. Perspiration Remove stains before ironing. Perspiration stains may weaken fabric. Wash or sponge stain thoroughly with detergent and warm water. If perspiration has changed the color ofthe fabric, use one of the following treatments: Fresh stains: Apply ammonia to stain. Rinse. Launderto remove ammonia odor. Old stains: Apply white vinegarto stain. Rinse. Launderto remove vinegar odor. Scorch Severe scorch cannot be removed. Wet stain with 3% hydrogen peroxide. Cover with a dry cloth and press with an iron as hot as is safe forfabric. Rinse well. Wash. OR Wet with lemonjuice and spread in the sun to dry. Wash. Softdrinks Sponge immediatelywith cold water and alcohol. Heat and detergent may set stain.

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# Water usage guide

Water temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR COMMENTS 

### HOT COLD • Heavy soils • Gives best cleaning for heavy 130°F (54°C) • Work clothes soils. or above • Sturdy whites and • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy colorfast pastels soils and stains. • Diapers • Prevents graying and yellowing.
WARM COLD • Light and moderate soils • Safe for most fabric finishes. 90°-110°F • Dark or noncolorfast • Less fading and dye bleeding. (32°-44°C) colors • Reduces wrinkling.• Moderately soiled perma

### nent press • Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens • Knits and delicate fabrics • Prewash, soak COLD COLD • Very lightly soiled items • Saves hot water. 

### 70°-90°F • Moderately soiled items if • Less effective cleaning than hot or (21 °-32°C) extra detergent is added warm water. 

### • Extra sensitive colors • Use longest wash time in cycle (noncolorfast) selected. • Rinsing, for all fabrics • Use liquid detergent, or dissolve powdered detergent in warm water before adding to cold wash water. • Pretreat spots, stains and heavy or greasy soils. To check your hot water temperature with a candy or cooking thermometer: 1. Fill a pan with the hottest water available from the faucet that will fill your washer. 2. Place a candy or cooking thermometer in water to check the temperature. If you do not have a faucet at your wash site, collect water from the faucet closest to your washer. 

### NOTE: In wash-water temperatures colder than 70°F (21 °C):

• Detergents do not dissolve well.

• Soils are difficult to remove. 

### • Some fabrics will retain wear wrinkles and may have increased pilling. 

## Water hardness Many poor washing results can be traced to wash-water hardness. To check your water hardness: • City water-ask your city water company. • Well water-call your Cooperative Extension Service. Ask for the mineral content in grains-per-gallon or parts-per-million. If your water is 9 or moregrains-per-gallon or more than 153 parts-permillion: • Consider installing a water softener. • Use more detergent. 

### • Use a packaged water conditioner. • Do not use soap. 

## LAUNDRY 'TIPS '



# Water usage guide VVaterternperature

WASH RINSE USE FOR COMMENTS HOT COLD • Heavysoils • Gives best cleaning for heavy 130°F (54°C) • Work clothes soils. orabove • Sturdy whites and • Removes oils, perspiration, greasy colorfast pastels soils and stains.

• Diapers • Prevents graying and yellowing.
WARM COLD • Light and moderate soils • Safe for most fabric finishes. goo-110°F • Dark or noncolorfast • Less fading and dye bleeding. (32°-44°C) colors • Reduces wrinkling. • Moderately soiled permanent press • Nylons, polyesters,

acrylics, silks, woolens
• Knits and delicate fabrics
• Prewash, soak COLD COLD • Very lightly soiled items • Saves hot water. 70o -gO°F • Moderatelysoiled items if • Less effective cleaning than hot or (21°-32°C) extra detergent is added warm water.
• Extra sensitive colors • Use longestwash time in cycle

(noncolorfast) selected.
• Rinsing, for all fabrics • Use liquid detergent, or dissolve



### To checkyour hotwatertemperature with a candy orcookingthermometer: 1. Fill a pan with the hottest water available

from the faucetthat will fill yourwasher. 2. Place a candy orcooking thermometer in waterto check the temperature. If you do not have a faucet atyour wash site, collect waterfrom the faucet closest to your washer. NOTE: In wash-watertemperatures colder than 70°F (21°C):
• Detergents do not dissolve well.
• Soils are difficultto remove. • Some fabrics will retain wearwrinkles and

may have increased pilling.



### 16 powdered detergent in warm water before adding to cold wash water.
• Pretreat spots, stains and heavy or

greasysoils. 

## VVater hardness Many poorwashing results can be traced to wash-water hardness. To check yourwater hardness:
• City water-ask your city water company. • Well water-call your Cooperative Extension

Service. Askforthe mineral content in grains-per-gallon or parts-per-mif/ion. If yourwater is 9 or more grains-per-gallon or more than 153 parts-permillion:
• Consider installing a watersoftener.
• Use more detergent.
• Use a packaged waterconditioner.
• Do not use soap.

### r heavy ation, greasy yellowing.
nishes. )feeding.

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# U si

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# ds Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See "Removing Stains" on pages 13-15, for more information.) 

## Chlorine bleach • Use bleach dispenser if your machine has one. (See page 11.) 

### • If your washer does not have a bleach dispenser: 1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load. 2. Measure bleach. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Dilute measured bleach in 1 quart (1 L) of water. 

### 3. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle. Pour bleach around agitator, not directly on load. • Follow directions on care labels. Do not use chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates or some flame-retardant fabrics. • When soaking with chlorine bleach, add detergent to soak water. NOTE: Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. The damage appears as rips, holes, tears or color loss and may not show up until several washings later. 

## All-fabric bleach • Powdered or liquid all-fabric bleach may be used on all types of fabrics. • Do not use all-fabric bleach in the bleach dispenser because it may clog. Detergent • Using too little detergent is a common cause of laundry problems. Follow manufacturer's directions. Measure accurately, especially when using ultra detergents. Package directions are usually based on: -moderate water hardness (4-6 grains) -lightly soiled items -normal mix loads. 

### • Use more detergent for: -hard water -cooler wash water -full loads -heavily soiled items. • Do not judge the amount of detergent to use by the amount of suds in the machine. Low sudsing detergents do not create as many suds as normal sudsing detergents. 

### • If the recommended amount of normal sudsing detergent creates too many suds or suds are present in the rinse water, try a low sudsing detergent. 

## Fabric softeners • Use fabric softener dispenser if your machine has one. • If your washer does not have a fabric softener dispenser, add diluted fabric softener only in the final rinse. • Always dilute fabric softeners with V2 to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics. • Fabric softeners should not be mixed with other laundry products because greasy stains may form. If stains form, remove by wetting the stain and rubbing with liquid detergent or a bar of soap. Rewash the stained item. • Too much fabric softener can make some items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If this happens, use less fabric softener or do not use it every time. 

# AWARNING Fire or Explosion Hazard • Store flammable solvents or liquids away from your washer. 

### • Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should not be put directly into your washer. • Items treated with solvents should be rinsed and air dried before washing in your washer. The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.



### Personal Injury Hazard • Never use chlorine bleach with ammonia or acids. Hazardous fumes can form. • Keep stain removal products out of the reach of children ... preferably in a locked cabinet.

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# Using laundry aids
Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See "Removing Stains" on pages 13-15, for more information.) 

## Chlorine bleach

• Use bleach dispenser ifyour machine has

one. (See page 11.)
• Ifyour washerdoes not have a bleach

dispenser: 1. Letthe washerfill and begin agitating the load. 2. Measure bleach. Never use more than 1cup (250 mL) for a full load. Dilute measured bleach in 1 quart (1 L) of water. 3. Add bleach to wash cycle so it can be removed in the rinse cycle. Pour bleach around agitator, not directly on load.
• Follow directions on care labels. Do not use

chlorine bleach on wool, silk, spandex, acetates orsome flame-retardant fabrics.
• When soaking with chlorine bleach, add

detergentto soak water. NOTE: Undiluted bleach will damage anyfabric it touches. The damage appears as rips, holes, tears orcolor loss and may not show up until several washings later. 

## All-fabric bleach

• Powdered or liquid all-fabric bleach may be

used on all types of fabrics.
• Do not use all-fabric bleach in the bleach

dispenser because it may clog. 

## Detergent

• Using too little detergent is a common cause

of laundry problems. Follow manufacturer's directions. Measure accurately, especially when using ultra detergents. Package directions are usually based on: -moderate water hardness (4-6 grains) -lightly soiled items -normal mix loads.
• Use more detergentfor:

-hard water -coolerwash water -full loads -heavilysoiled items.
• Do notjudge the amount ofdetergentto use

bythe amount of suds in the machine. Low sudsing detergents do not create as many suds as normal sudsing detergents. 

## · LAUNDRY TIPS

• Ifthe recommended amountof normal

sudsing detergent creates too many suds or suds are present in the rinse water, try a low sudsing detergent. 

## Fabric softeners

• Use fabric softener dispenser if your machine

has one. • If your washer does not have a fabric

softener dispenser, add dilutedfabric softener only in the final rinse.
• Always dilute fabric softeners with 

### '/2 to 1 cup

(125 to 250 mL) warm water. Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics.
• Fabric softeners should not be mixed with

other laundry products because greasy stains mayform. If stains form, remove by wetting the stain and rubbing with liquid detergent or a barof soap. Rewash the stained item.
• Too much fabric softener can make some

items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If this happens, use less fabric softener or do not use it every time. 

# AWARNING .'

. Fire or Explosion Hazard
• Store flammable solvents or liquids away

from your washer.
• Dry cleaning solvents orfluids should not

be put directly into yourwasher.
• Items treated with solvents should be

rinsed and air dried before washing in yourwasher. The fumesfrom these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion.
Personal Injury Hazard
• Never use chlorine bleach with ammonia

or acids. Hazardousfumes can form.
• Keep stain removal products out of the

reach ofchildren

... preferably in a locked cabinet.



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# 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 Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time and woolen according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be

necessary. If manufacturer recommends machine washing: 1. Measure blanket before washing. 2. Add mild detergent to washer. Fill and agitate briefly to dissolve detergent. 3. Stop washer. Load blanket evenly around agitator. Soak 10 to 

### 15 minutes. 4. Set Cycle Control Knob to Drain and Spin. Start washer. Spin 1 to 2 minutes. 

### 5. Fill washer for final rinse. Stop washer. Allow to soak. 6. Set Cycle Control Knob to Drain and Spin. Start washer. Allow washer to finish cycle. 7. Lay blanket on flat surface and block by gently stretching to original measurement. Woolens tend to shrink more the first time they are washed. This is normal. Curtains, drapes, Wash small loads. Crowding will cause wrinkling. slipcovers 1. Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt.



### 2. Wash following manufacturer's instructions. NOTE: • Sun-damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether hand or machine washed. 

### • Replace slipcovers while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly. Diapers When using chlorine bleach for soaking, add detergent to load. Avoid



### overuse of fabric softeners. Absorbency will be reduced. 1. Rinse immediately. Soak in a solution of lukewarm water and a small 

### amount of detergent until you are ready to wash them. You may wish to use bleach or a special soaking product when soaking. 2. Spin excess water from diapers before washing. 3. Wash diapers as you would wash white cottons and linens. Elastic, spandex Elastic picks up oil from the body. Oil can damage elastic. Wash often to

help reduce the damage. Use warm water and sufficient detergent to remove oils.
Flame

-retardant Items will be clearly labeled as flame-retardant. Follow manufacturer's 

### clothing instructions to retain flame retardant qualities. 

## LAUNDRY TIPS



# 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 Pretreat spots and stains. Select watertemperature, cycle, and time and woolen according tothe type of blanket being washed. Two rinses may be necessary. If manufacturer recommends machine washing: 1. Measure blanket before washing. 2. Add mild detergentto washer. Fill and agitate briefly to dissolve detergent. 3. Stop washer. Load blanket evenly around agitator. Soak 10to 15 minutes. 4. Set Cycle Control Knob to Drain and Spin. Start washer. Spin 1to 2 minutes. 5. Fill washerforfinal rinse. Stop washer. Allowto soak. 6. Set Cycle Control Knob to Drain and Spin. Start washer. Allow washer to finish cycle. 7. Lay blanket on flat surface and block by gently stretching to original measurement. Woolens tend to shrink more the first time they are washed. This is normal. Curtains, drapes, Wash small loads. Crowding will cause wrinkling. slipcovers 1. Shake orvacuum to remove loose dirt. 2. Wash following manufacturer's instructions. NOTE:
• Sun-damaged curtains and draperies will tearwhether hand or machine

washed.
• Replace slipcovers while still slightly damp. Theywill dryto fit tightly. Diapers When using chlorine bleach for soaking, add detergentto load. Avoid overuse offabric softeners. Absorbency will be reduced. 1. Rinse immediately. Soak in a solution of lukewarm water and a small amount ofdetergent until you are ready to wash them. You may wish to use bleach ora special soaking product when soaking. 2. Spin excess waterfrom diapers before washing. 3. Wash diapers as you would wash white cottons and linens. Elastic, spandex Elastic picks up oil from the body. Oil can damage elastic. Wash often to help reduce the damage. Use warm water and sufficient detergentto remove oils. Flame-retardant Items will be clearly labeled as flame-retardant. Follow manufacturer's clothing instructionsto retain flame retardant qualities.



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often to it to

.rer's Fiberglass Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles materials 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. Close zippers, fasten hooks and eyes to prevent snagging. 2. Wash small loads to reduce pilling and lint.
Pillows, stuffed Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they are 

### toys dryer dried. 1. Add detergent, then partially fill washer with water; agitate until detergent is dissolved. 2. Place two pillows on opposite sides of the agitator to balance the load. 3. Allow washer to fill completely and continue through the cycle. 

### 4. Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item(s) being washed.
Plastic, rubber Treat as delicate items. Wash in warm water. Wash small items items in a mesh bag. Quilts, bedspreads Do not wash cotton-filled comforters unless they are quilted or stitched; tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy. Scatter rugs 1. Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt. 2. Wash more than one small rug at a time. If you wash only one rug, add bath towels to balance the load. A larger rug 

### should be distributed around the agitator to balance the load.

Snowsuits, jackets, 1. Wash only one or two items at a time. Load evenly around 

### etc. the agitator. 2. Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item(s) being 

### washed. 3. Two rinses may be necessary. 

## LAUNDRY TIPS

Fiberglass Do not wash fiberglass materials in yourwasher. Glass particles materials could stickto 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. Close zippers, fasten hooks and eyes to prevent snagging. 2. Wash small loadsto reduce pilling and lint. PillOWS, stuffed Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they are toys dryer dried. 1. Add detergent, then partiallyfill washerwith water; agitate until detergent is dissolved. 2. Place two pillows on opposite sides ofthe agitatorto balance the load. 3. Allow washerto fill completely and continue through the cycle. 4. Stop the washer occasionally to press airfrom item(s) being washed. Plastic, rubber Treat as delicate items. Wash in warm water. Wash small items items in a mesh bag. Quilts, bedspreads Do not wash cotton-filled comforters unless they are quilted or stitched; tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy.
Scatter rugs 1. Shake orvacuum to remove loose dirt. 2. Wash more than one small rug at a time. If you wash only one rug, add bath towels to balance the load. A larger rug should be distributed around the agitator to balance the load.
Snowsuits,jackets, 1. Wash only one ortwo items at a time. Load evenly around etc. the agitator. 2. Stop the washer occasionally to press airfrom item(s) being washed. 3. Two rinses may be necessary.



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# 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 • Chlorine staining 

### stains • Iron in water heater or pipes

• Iron and manganese in water Dye transfer • Improper sorting



### • Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle Gray whites, • Improper sorting 4,4n dingy colors 

### .Water temperature too low

• Not enough detergent • Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water) Greasy looking • Undiluted fabric softener or fabric softener poured directly on load spots • Fabric softener in wash water

• Not enough detergent
Lint • Improper sorting



### • Paper or tissue in pockets • Pilling being mistaken for lint • Overloading • Not enough detergent • Clogged lint filter (models with a manual clean lint filter) Load too wet !_qgW rinses 

### after spin • Lid is opened before spinning is completed Shrinking • Fabric type (some knits stretch during manufacturing-laundering returns fabric to original size) • Care label directions not followed 

### Snags, rips, holes • Items damaged before washing

• Misuse of chlorine bleach • Sharp articles not removed from pockets • Overloading - • Fasteners not fastened Stiff, rough fabrics • Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water) (usually cottons) • Not enough detergent

• Line drying Twisting, tangling • Overloading

• Improper loading (do not wrap large items around agitator) Wrinkling • Overloading



### • Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle • Improper rinse temperature • Cycle selection is incorrect (based on fabric type) Yellow areas •Water tempera ur t o oo-kiw __ ' (from body oils) • Not enough detergent 

## . "LAUNDRY TlIPS ;



# Solving laundering**problem~** Most laundering problems are easily solved ifyou understand the cause. Checkthe following list for problems you may have and possible causes. Ifyou need additional help, check the "Assistance or Service" section ofthis book.

PROBLEM CAUSE Brown, yellow • Chlorine staining stains • Iron in water heater or pipes • Iron and manganese in water Dye transfer • Impropersorting • Load not immediately removedfrom washer after end of cycle Graywhites, • Impropersorti"£retc W

## II+"". dingy colors**.rw~** ure too low • Not enough detergent • Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water) Greasy looking • Undiluted fabric softener orfabric softener poured directly on load spots • Fabric softener in wash water • Not enough detergent Lint • Impropersorting • Paper ortissue in pockets • Pilling being mistaken for lint • Overloading • Not enough detergent • Clogged lint filter (models with a manual clean lint filter) Load too wet 

### ! QQld rinses afterspin • Lid is opened before spinning is completed Shrinking • Fabric type (some knits stretch during manufacturing-laundering returns fabric to original size) • Care label directions notfollowed Snags, rips, holes • Items damaged before washing • Misuse of chlorine bleach • Sharp articles not removed from pockets • Overloading • Fasteners not fastened Stiff, rough fabrics • Using soap in very hard water (use detergent if you have hard water) (usually cottons) • Not enough detergent • Line drying Twisting,tangling • Overloading • Improperloading (do not wrap large items around agitator) Wrinkling • Overloading • Load not immediately removed from washerafter end ofcycle • Improper rinse temperature • Cycle selection is incorrect (based on fabric type) Yellow areas .VWatertemperat'Uretoo low

---**W4?~ ~**  (from bodyoils) • Not enough detergent



### 20lowing the



### ring returns 

# Cari ng 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 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. If staining occurs on following loads, repeat the process. • Sharp or heavy objects can damage your washer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc. Do not lay these objects on your washer after emptying pockets. NOTE: Operate your washer only when you are at home.

AV%

# are during periods of non-use
Winter storage or moving care Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer is stored or moved during freezing weather, winterize it. 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect the drain water inlet hoses. 

### 2. Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket. 3. Run washer on a drain and spin setting (see page 9) for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. 4. Unplug power supply cord. 

# Saving energy
• Use warm or cold wash water for most loads. Use hot water only when washing heavy, greasy soils or whites. • Use cold rinses. • Wash full loads. • Use lower water levels when washing small loads. To use the washer again: 

### 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Reconnect water inlet hoses. 3. Turn on both water faucets. 4. Reconnect power supply cord. 5. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze. 

## Non-use/vacation care 1. Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power. 2. Turn off water supply leading to your washer. This will help avoid accidental flooding while you are away (for example, due to a water pressure surge).

• Avoid rewashing. Use enough detergent;pretreat stains or heavy soils; do not overload; use the cycles and wash times recommended for the fabric and soil; sort properly.

### • Use your washer during off-peak hoursusually early morning and late evening. (Ask your power company.) 

# Caring 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, aftertinting ordyeing), put 1 cup 

### (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 

### 2 cups 

### (500 mL) of detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hotwater. If staining occurs on following loads, repeat the process. • Sharp or heavy objects can damage your

washer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc. Do not laythese objects on your washer after emptying pockets. NOTE: Operate yourwasher only when you are at home. 

## 'LAUNDRY 

## TIPS



# Care during periods of non-use Winter storage or moving care Install and store yourwasherwhere it will not freeze. Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer is stored or moved during freezing weather, winterize it. 1. Shut off both waterfaucets. Disconnectthe drain water inlet hoses. 2. Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket. 3. Run washer on a drain and spin setting (see page 9) for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. 4. Unplug powersupply cord. 

# Saving energy

• Use warm or cold wash waterfor most loads.

Use hot water only when washing heavy, greasy soils orwhites.
• Use cold rinses.
• Wash full loads.
• Use lowerwater levels when washing small

loads. To usethe washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Reconnect water inlet hoses. 3. Turn on both waterfaucets. 4. Reconnect power supply cord. 5. Run the washerthrough a complete cycle with 1cup 

### (250 mL) of detergentto clean out antifreeze. 

## Non-use/vacation care 1. Unplug power supply cord orturn off electrical power. 2. Turn offwater supply leading to your washer. This will help avoid accidental flooding while you are away (for example, due to a water pressure surge).

• Avoid rewashing. Use enough detergent;

pretreat stains or heavy soils; do not overload; use the cycles and wash times recommended forthe fabric and soil; sort properly.
• Use yourwasher during off-peak hoursusually early morning and late evening. (Ask your powercompany.)



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# If You Need Assistance Or Service

Is your water turned on?

Is the power cord plugged in? Nrl

Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker?

If you need more help, check the chart below.

PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Washer will not fill Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage? Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Has a time-delay fuse been used? Are both hot and cold water faucets open? Are the water supply hoses kinked? Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out? 

### Washer does not spin Is the lid closed? Is the power cord plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage? Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Has a time-delay fuse been used? Washer stops during Washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle. These a cycle pauses are normal. 

### Is the power cord plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage? Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Has a time-delay fuse been used?
Washer fills and drains Is the Cycle Control Knob pointing to a number in the cycle? without running
Washer drains during Adjust the drain hose so that it is higher than the water level in the wash and rinse cycles, washer. or water siphons out 

## ,. iF ,YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE**~** 

# If You NeedAssistance OrService

1. Before callingfor assistance

...

Is yourwaterturned on?



# .......

Is the power cord plugged in?



# .......

Have you blown a fuse ortripped the circuit breaker?



# .......

If you need more help, check the chart below

.


# .......
PROBLEM CHECKTHE FOLLOWING Washerwill notfill Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage? Hasa householdfuse blown orcircuit breakertripped? Has a time-delayfuse been used? Are both hot and cold waterfaucets open? Are the water supply hoses kinked? Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out?
Washer does notspin Is the lid closed? Isthe powercord plugged into a live circuit with propervoltage? Has a household fuse blown orcircuit breakertripped? Has a time-delay fuse been used?
Washer stopsduring Washer pauses briefly at differenttimes in each cycle. These a cycle pauses are normal. Isthe powercord plugged into a live circuit with propervoltage? Has a household fuse blown orcircuit breakertripped? Has a time-delay fuse been used?
Washerfills and drains Is the Cycle Control Knob pointing to a number in the cycle? without running Washer drains during Adjustthe drain hose so that it is higherthan the water level in the wash and rinse cycles, washer. orwatersiphons out



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## 2. If you need assistance* ... Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number

. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.:

1-800

-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants. The consultant can instruct you in how toobtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. 

### If you prefer, write to: Mr. William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 

### 2000 M-63 Benton Harbor, MI 49022 

### Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. 3. If you need service* ...Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized Whirlpools"' service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under:

•APPLIANCE-HOUSEHOLD- • WASHING MACHINES & MAJOR, SERVICE & REPAIR DRYERS, SERVICE & REPAIR - See: Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service (Example:XYZ Service Co.) -See: Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service (Example: XYZ Service Co.)

* When asking for help or service: Please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance's complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date. (See page 2.) This information will help us respond properly to your request. 

## 4. If you need FSP® replacement parts ... FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance. 

### To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2. 

## 5. If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved ... • Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel (MACAP). MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry. • Contact MACAP only when the dealer, authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem. Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606 

### • MACAP will in turn inform us of your action.

Gearcase assembly covered by your warranty 

## · IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

2. Ifyou need assistance* ..• Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Centertelephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.:



### ..-800-253-1301 and talk with one of ourtrained consultants. The consultant can instructyou in howto 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. William Clark ConsumerAssistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M-63 Benton Harbor, MI49022 Please include a daytime phone number in yourcorrespondence. 

## 3. Ifyou need service*

... Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized WhirlpoolsM service companies. Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Centertelephone number (see Step 2) or look in yourtelephone directory Yellow Pages under:

- APPLIANCE-HOUSEHOLDMAJOR, SERVICE & REPAIR

- See:Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service (Example: XVZ Service Co.) -WASHING MACHINES & DRYERS, SERVICE & REPAIR

- See:Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service (Example: XYZ Service Co.)



## *When askingfor help orservice: Please provide a detailed description ofthe problem, yourappliance's complete model and serial numbers andthe purchase date. (See page 2.) This information will help us respond properly to your request. 

## 4. Ifyou need FSp® replacement parts .•. FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part foryourWhirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are madetothe same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance.

To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool ConsumerAssistance Center number in Step 2. 

## 5. Ifyou are not satisfied with how the problem was solved •..
• Contact the MajorAppliance Consumer

Action Panel (MACAP). MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumerviews atthe highest levels of the majorappliance industry.
• Contact MACAP only when the dealer,

authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem. Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606
• MACAP will in turn inform us ofyour action.

Gearcase**~** assembly covered

byyourwarranty

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# WHIRLPOOL'

AutomaticWasherWarranty

LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FULL ONE-YEAR FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANTY materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase authorized WhirlpoolsM service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defecWARRANTY tive in materials or workmanship. The gearcase assembly is shown From Date of Purchase in the "Assistance or Service" section of this book. FSP replacement parts for any top and lid rust. LIMITED TEN-YEAR FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack, or fail to contain WARRANTY water, due to defective materials or workmanship. From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 

### 1. Correct the installation of your washer. 2. Instruct you how to use your washer. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing. 

### B. Repairs when your washer is.used in other than normal, single-family household use. C. Pickup and delivery. Your washer is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damage to your washer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. E. Any labor costs during the limited warranties. 

### F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
8-92

### WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange. If you need service, first see the "Assistance or Service" section of this book. After checking "Assistance or Service," additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number, 1-800

-253-1301 , from anywhere in the U.S.A.

PART NO. 3357469 O 1993 Whirlpool Corporation ® Registered Trademark/SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. 

# WHIRLPOOL® AutomaticWasherWarranty

LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOLWILL PAY FOR
FULLONE-YEAR FSf'® replacement parts and repair laborto correct defects in WARRANTY materials orworkmanship. Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase authorized WhiripoolsM service company.


# .. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR FSP replacement partsfor any part ofgearcase assembly if defecWARRANTY tive in materials orworkmanship. The gearcase assembly is shown From Date of Purchase in the "Assistance orService" section ofthis book. FSP replacement partsfor anytop and lid rust.
LIMITEDTEN-YEAR FSP replacement ofoutertub should it crack, orfail tocontain WARRANTY water, dueto defective materials orworkmanship. From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A. Service calls to: 1. Correctthe installation ofyourwasher. 2. Instructyou howto use yourwasher. 3. Replace housefuses orcorrect house wiring or plumbing. B. Repairs when yourwasher is used in otherthan normal, single-family household use. C. Pickup and delivery. Yourwasher is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damageto yourwashercaused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use ofproducts not approved by Whirlpool. E. Any labor costs duringthe limited warranties. F. Repairs to parts orsystems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
8·92 WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, so this limitation orexclusion may notapplytoyou. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Outside the United States, a differentwarranty may apply. Fordetails, please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.

. Ifyou need service, first see the "Assistance or Service" section ofthis book. After checking "Assistance or Service," additional help can be found by calling ourConsumerAssistance Center telephone number, 1-800-253-1301,from anywhere in the U.S.A.

PART NO. 3357469 C 1993Whirlpool Corporation ® RegisteredTrademar1<lSM Service Mark ofWhirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A.