Whirlpool THIN TWIN User manual

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UseAndCare
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ANoteToYou 2
Understandng
safety 3
Gettin To Know
Your ask/Dryer
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Operating Your
Washer 7
E2-‘Dw~ 12
ieg Your 14
Caring For Your
Washer/Dryer 19
Laundry Tips 23
If You Need
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Warranty 40
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LARGE CAPACITY
THIN TWIN’ AUTOMATIC WASHER/DRYER

A Note ToYou
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance.
You have purchased a quality, wor/d-c/sss home appliance. Years of engineering experience have
gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed
this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your
appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Owner-
ship 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 of each symbol.
This symbol will help alert you to such This symbol will help you avoid actions
which could cause product damage
Our Consumer Assistance Center number, l-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 37. 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 label (see diagram on page 6). 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
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Name
Dealer Phone
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Understanding Safety
For your safety, the information in this manual must
be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion
or to prevent property damage, personal injury or
-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
l Do not try to light any appliance.
l Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
l Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
l Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
l If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persona
when ualng your washer/dryer, follow bask precautlons, including
l Read all instructions before using your
THIN TWIN@washer/dryer.
l Do not machine wash or machine dry
items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or
spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry
cleaning solvents, or other flammable
fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard
or explosion. Always hand wash and line
dry items containing these materials.
l Flammable fluids (dry-cleaning solvents,
kerosene, gasoline, etc.) should not be
used or stored in or near your washer/
dryer. Do not add flammable fluids to your
wash water. These substances give ofl
vapors that can create a fire hazard or
explosion.
l Do not allow children to operate, play with,
or crawl on or inside your washer/dryer.
Supervise children closely when your
washer/dryer is used near them.
l Before your washer/dryer is removed from
service or discarded, remove the lid and
door to prevent accidental entrapment.
l After starting a cycle, do not reach into the
basket unless the washer Cycle Control
Knob is pushed in and all motion stops.
l Do not reach into your dryer if the drum is
moving.
l Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, or heat-
sensitive materials with heat.
l Do not tamper with the controls.
l 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/dryer, turn on all hot water
faucets and 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 ...
l Install and level washer/dryer in a well-
ventilated room and on a floor that can
support the weight.’
l Connect washer/dryer to the correct
3-prong outlet, electrical supply, water
supply, and drain.*
l Ground washer/dryer properly.’
l Have only a qualified person install,
repair, or replace parts on washer/dryer.
l Protect washer/dryer from the weather
and keep it where the temperature is
above 45°F (7°C).
l Maintain washer/dryer properly.
l Use only fabric softeners specifically
labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.
l Do not allow lint to build up inside the
dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning should
be done periodically by a qualified
person.
l Clean lint screen before or after each
load.
l Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemi-
cals, etc. pile up around or under your
washer/dryer.
‘See the Installation Instructions.
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Understanding your responsibilities
l Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
electrical power before attempting to
service your washer/dryer. Shut off gas
valve if you have a gas washer/dryer.
l Do not wash or dry items that are soiled
with vegetable or cooking oil. These items
may contain some oil after laundering.
Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may
smoke or catch fire by itself.
*Store flammable solvents or fluids away
from your washer/dryer.
l Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should
never be put directly into your washer/
dryer.
l Store detergent, laundry aids and other
materials in a cool, dry place where
children cannot reach them (in a locked
cabinet if possible).
l Read and follow instructions on packages
of detergent and laundry aids, especially
warnings and precautions.
l Do not use chlorine bleach and ammonia
or acids (such as vinegar or rust remover)
in the same wash. Hazardous fumes can
form.
l Unplug power supply cord before attempt-
ing to service your washer/dryer.
l Do not machine wash or dry fiberglass
materials. Small particles can stick to the
fabrics in following loads and cause skin
irritation.
l Never operate your washer/dryer if:
-it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot).
-it is damaged.
-parts are missing.
-all panels are not in place.
-the lint screen is loose, damaged, or
missing.
l Be sure that your washer/dryer:
-is properly connected to fuel and exhaust
systems (gas dryers must be vented
outdoors).*
-is not installed against draperies or
curtains, or on carpet.’
-is used only for jobs normally expected
of a home washer/dryer.
-is not used by anyone unable to operate
it properly.
‘See the Installation Instructions.
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Getting To Know Your
Washer/Dryer
The parts and features of your THIN TWIN@washer/dryer are illustrated in this section. Become
familiar with all parts and features before using your washer/dryer.
NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your model. They are designed to show the
different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.
Washer controls
Model and serial
number label
Air inlet
Optional
exhaust
outlet
Agitator
Tub
Basket
Lid instructions
Bleach
dispenser’
Other features not shown:
Automatic dryness control
End of cycle signal’
MAGIC CLEAfP lint filtef
Manual clean lint filter (inoida agitator)
*Available on some models
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Operating Your Washer
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In This Section PW Paw
Before starting your w-her .............................. 7 Sebctfng a cycle and time .............................. 8
Starting or stopping your wuhr .................... .7 Using rinse nd spin ...................................... 10
Selecting a load size .......................................... 7 Using drain and spin ..................................... 10
Sofectfng wash-rinse temperatures ................. .8 What happens in each cycle ......................... 11
Operating your washer property 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/dryer has a Consumer
load in the washer before starting. See page 23 Features Guide, remove it and place it in your
for additional “Before you wash or dry” Use and Care Guide.
information.
Starting or stopping your washer
Starting your washer:
1. Select load size and water temperatures.
2. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it
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 8-l 1 for additional information
to help you make selections.
Stopplng and restarting your washer:
l To stop the washer at any time, push in the
Cycle Control Knob.
l To restart the washer, close the lid (if neces-
sary) and pull out the Cycle Control Knob.
Selecting a load size
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 24 for additional loading information.
To change the load size setting after the
washer has started to fill, move the Selector to
the desired new setting.
Settinp may vary with mode4
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Load size tips
l Items should move freely in the washer. Do
not overload the machine or select a load size
that is too small for the wash load.
l Use a large load size setting for best results
with permanent press clothes.
l 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
Match the water temperature to the type of
fabric and soils being washed. The top tempera-
ture is the wash water and the bottom tempera-
ture is the rinse water.
Water temperature tips
l Use warm wash water with the Permanent
Press and Delicate cycles.
l Always use cold rinse water for permanent
press fabrics.
l For heavily soiled permanent press or knit
clothes, prewash or presoak before washing in
warm water.
Settings may vary with mode4
See the “Water usage guide” on page 28 for
more information.
Selecting a cycle and time
You will find information you need to help you
make correct cycle selections in this section.
l Pages 9-10: Use the information on these
pages to guide you when selecting a wash
cycle and time.
l Page 11: Use this page to help you under-
stand what happens during a wash cycle.
NOTE: Your model may not look exactly like
the illustrations.
Cycles may vary with model
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Regular cycle
The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash
system and high spin speeds to shorten drying
time.
l Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean
sturdily-constructed cotton and linen
fabrics that are heavily soiled loads.
l Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean
cotton and linen fabrics that are lightly to
moderately soiled.
Permanent Press cycle
The Permanent Press cycle features the
Gentle Wash system, a cool-down rinse, and
low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.
l Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean
permanent press and some synthetic fabrics
that are moderately soiled.
l Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean perma-
nent 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.
l Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean delicate
items and washable knits that are lightly to
moderately soiled.
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.
l Use warm water when soaking laundry. (Hot
water can set stains.) See pages 25-27 for
stain removal information.
l Use the amount of detergent or presoak
additive recommended by manufacturer.
l After the Soak cycle ends, add detergent
and set a new wash cycle.
Permanent pres8 cycle
Delicate cycle
Soak cycle
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Pre-Wash cycle
(on some model@
The Pre-Wash cycle features a brief period of
high speed agitation to help remove heavy
soils and stains that need pretreatment.
l Use warm water for prewashing stained
laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See
pages 2527 for stain removal information.
l After the Pre-Wash cycle ends, add deter-
gent and set a new wash cycle.
Super Wash cycle
(on rome models)
Super Wash automatically prewashes the
laundry and advances into the Regular wash
cycle. (The washer does not need to be reset
after the Super Wash cycle.) Use this cycle
when washing heavily soiled loads that need
maximum soil removal.
l 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.
Super wash cycle
Using rinse and spin
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.
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 then spin.
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