Whirlpool LSS9244EQ0 User manual

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Home Appliances
UseAndCare
GUIDE
A Note to You ......................... 2
Washer Safety ........................ 3
Parts and Features................. 4
Operating Your Washer......... 5
About the water-saving
spray-rinse system ............. 5
Starting your washer .......... 6
Selecting a fabric speed
and cycle time..................... 8
Normal - Water Saving
Spray Rinse cycles............. 9
Normal - Traditional
Deep Rinse cycles............ 12
Understanding normal
washer sounds ................. 14
XTRA ROLL ACTION*
agitator...............................15
MAGIC CLEAN*
lint filter ............................. 15
Adding liquid
chlorine bleach ................. 16
Adding liquid
fabric softener................... 16
Caring for Your Washer....... 17
Laundry Tips ........................ 18
Removing Stains.................. 22
Troubleshooting................... 25
Requesting Assistance
or Service in the U.S.A. ....... 27
Requesting Assistance or
Service in Canada ................ 28
Warranty ............................... 29
WATER SAVING SPEED SELECT
AUTOMATIC WASHER
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A Note to You
Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL*appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL washers are easy
to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years
of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable infor-
mation about how to operate and maintain your washer properly and safely. Please read
it carefully.
Also, please complete and mail in the Ownership Registration Card provided with your
appliance. The card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service on
your appliance, you need to know your
complete model number and serial number.
You can find this information on the model
and serial number plate (see diagram on
page 4 for location of plate).
Please also record the purchase date of
your appliance and your dealer’s name,
address, and telephone number.
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
In the U.S.A., call our Consumer
Assistance Center toll-free.
Model Number _________________________
Serial Number _________________________
Purchase Date _________________________
Dealer Name __________________________
Dealer Address ________________________
Dealer Phone __________________________
1-800-253-1301
In Canada, contact your dealer, or nearest Inglis Limited
Appliance Service Branch.

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– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –
•Read all instructions before using
the washer.
•Do not wash articles that have
been previously cleaned in,
washed in, soaked in, or spotted
with gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, other flammable, or
explosive substances as they
give off vapors that could ignite
or explode.
•Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning
solvents, or other flammable, or
explosive substances to the wash
water. These substances give
off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
•Under certain conditions, hydro-
gen gas may be produced in a
hot water system that has not
been used for 2 weeks or more.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLO-
SIVE. If the hot water system
has not been used for such a
period, before using the washing
machine, turn on all hot water
faucets and let the water flow
from each for several minutes.
This will release any accumulated
hydrogen gas. As the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use
an open flame during this time.
•Do not allow children to play on
or in the washer. Close supervi-
sion of children is necessary
when the washer is used near
children.
•Before the washer is removed
from service or discarded, re-
move the door.
•Do not reach into the washer if
the tub or agitator is moving.
•Do not install or store the washer
where it will be exposed to the
weather.
•Do not tamper with controls.
•Do not repair or replace any part
of the washer or attempt any
servicing unless specifically
recommended in this Use and
Care Guide or in published
user-repair instructions that you
understand and have the skills to
carry out.
•See Installation Instructions for
grounding requirements.
Washer Safety
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety statements
under warning symbols. Please pay special
attention to these symbols and follow any
instructions given. Here is a brief explana-
tion of the symbol.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions, including the
following:
This symbol alerts you to
hazards such as fire, electrical
shock, or other injuries.

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Heavy Duty • Large CapacityHeavy Duty • Large Capacity
Parts and Features
The parts and features of your washer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all
parts and features before using your washer. Page references are included next to some
features. Refer to those pages for more information about the features.
Basket
Tub
Model and serial
number plate
(under lid)
Liquid chlorine
bleach dispenser
(p. 16)
Cycle control knob
(pp. 7-13)
MAGIC CLEAN*
lint filter
(bottom of washer basket)
(p. 15)
Control Panel
Wash temperature
selector
(p. 7)
Extra rinse
selector
(p. 7)
Fabric speed
selector
(p. 7)
Load size
selector
(p. 6)
Medium
Load Size Temperature Extra Rinse Fabric Speed Select
Small
Large
Extra
Large Cold
Hot
Cold Cold
Cold
Warm
Warm
Warm
Wash
Rinse
Off On Knit
Delicate
Cottons
P.Press
Water Saver
10 Cycle • 2 Speed High Efficiency Rinse System
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Heavy
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Perm.Press Perm.Press
SuperWash Delicate
Heavy
Regular
Regular
SuperWash
Water Saving Spray Rinse
(Up to 40% Water Savings)
Traditional Deep Rinse
For use with Fabric Softner)
Pull Start
Push Stop
Off
Off
Off
10
10
14
14
18
18
12
12 6
6
Extra
Rinse
Extra
Rinse
Rinse
Spin*
Spin
Spin*
Spin*
* High Speed Spin

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Operating Your Washer
Your new washer can be used in either of two ways:
•as a water-saving spray-rinse washer,
OR
•as a “traditional” fill-agitation-deep-rinse washer like most washers today.
To obtain the best washing results with either type, you must operate your washer properly.
This section gives you that important information.
wWARNING
Explosion Hazard
Never place items in the washer that
are dampened with gasoline or other
flammable fluids.
Do not wash or dry items soiled with
vegetable or cooking oils because
they may contain some oil after
laundering.
Doing so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
wWARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or electrical
shock.
About the water-saving spray-rinse system
The washing portion for this system ends with
a drain and spin the same as do traditional
wash cycles. After that, the spray-rinse
system takes over.
•The washer continues to spin at the end of
the wash cycle. There is no fill.
•Fresh water is added as the machine spins
the load. Repeated spinning with spray
rinses achieves excellent rinsing and
uses up to 40% less water than does
a traditional rinse cycle.
NOTES: To assure proper spray rinsing:
•Do not open the washer lid during spray
rinsing.
•Do not use liquid fabric softeners when
using the water-saving spray-rinse system.
You could stain your clothes. Use a dryer
fabric softener sheet instead.
Spray rinsing
and spinning No fill

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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
Starting your washer
Whether you use your washer’s water-
saving spray-rinse feature, or use it as a
traditional fill-agitation-deep-rinse washer,
the start up procedures are the same.
All of the knobs on your washer’s control
panel, except for the Cycle Control Knob,
function the same regardless of how you
are using your washer. The Cycle Control
Knob must be set for either type of
operation:
•Normal - Water Saving Spray Rinse
(see Step 8)
OR
•Normal - Traditional Deep Rinse
(see Step 8).
1. Add measured detergent to the
washer. Then place a sorted load of
clothes in the washer.
•Sort and load clothes as described on
pages 18 and 19.
•If desired, you may also add color safe
bleach or extra detergent for the Super
Wash cycle.
2. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add
measured liquid chlorine bleach to the
liquid bleach dispenser. See page 16.
•Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the
liquid bleach dispenser.
3. Close the washer lid.
4. Turn the Load Size Selector to the
setting that corresponds with the size
of your wash load and the type of
fabric being washed.
•As shown, your washer has 4load size
settings.
•To change the load size setting after
the washer has started to fill, turn the
Selector to the desired new setting.
Medium
Load Size
Small
Large
Extra
Large
Liquid chlorine
bleach dispenser

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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
5. Select a wash-rinse temperature with
the Water Temperature Selector. Match
the water temperature with the type of
fabric and soils being washed.
•See page 20 for water temperature
guidelines.
6. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, set the
Extra Rinse Selector to On to add
another rinse and spin to the end
of the wash cycle.
•Turn the Extra Rinse Selector to On
when adding extra detergent for the
Super Wash cycle, or any other cycle.
7. Turn the Fabric Speed Select to the
setting that matches the type of fabric
and soils being washed.
•The Selector lets you customize your
wash cycles for four types of fabrics:
Delicate, Knit, Cottons, and Permanent
Press.
•The selections will provide different spin
speeds, depending on the cycle selected
(Water Saving Spray Rinse or Traditional
Deep Rinse). See pages 9, 12 and 13.
8. Decide which Normal cycle you wish
to use on your washer:
•Water Saving Spray Rinse
OR
•Traditional Deep Rinse.
9. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and
turn it clockwise to the Normal cycle
you want.
Temperature
Cold
Hot
Cold Cold
Cold
Warm
Warm
Warm
Wash
Rinse
Extra Rinse
Off On
Fabric Speed Select
Knit
Delicate
Cottons
P. Press
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Heavy
Delicate
Perm.Press Perm.Press
SuperWash Delicate
Heavy
Regular
Regular
SuperWash
Water Saving Spray Rinse
(Up to 40% Water Savings)
Traditional Deep Rinse
For use with Fabric Softner)
Pull Start
Push Stop
Off
Off
Off
10
10
14
14
18
18
12
12 6
6
Extra
Rinse
Extra
Rinse
Rinse
Spin*
Spin
Spin*
Spin*
* High Speed Spin
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10. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to
start the washer.
11. (OPTIONAL STEP) If you select a
Traditional Deep Rinse cycle, you
may add measured and diluted
liquid fabric softener to the final
rinse water. (See page 16.)
IMPORTANT: DO NOT add liquid fabric
softener if you select a Water Saving Spray
Rinse cycle. You could stain your clothes.
Stopping/restarting your washer
•To stop the washer at any time, push in
the Cycle Control Knob.
•To restart the washer, close the lid
(if open) and pull out the Cycle
Control Knob.
Selecting a fabric speed and cycle time
Use the information in this section to help
you make the best cycle selections for your
wash loads. Each cycle is designed for
different types of fabrics and soil levels.
The cycles in the Water Saving Spray
Rinse half of the Cycle Control Knob are
described first. The cycles in the Traditional
Deep Rinse half of the Cycle Control Knob
are described next.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER
When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a
number and pulled out, the washer fills (to
the selected load size) before agitation and
timing start. The washer begins agitating
immediately after filling; agitation occurs with
the washer lid up or down.
After agitation starts, the Cycle Control
Knob turns clockwise until it points to an Off
area and the cycle ends.
•Low speed spinning is available only in the
Traditional Deep Rinse cycles.
•A Gentle Wash System helps protect your
fabrics (if Cottons, P. Press, high-speed
agitation is selected) by reducing wash
agitation speed during the last few minutes
of wash agitation in the Super Wash, Heavy,
Regular, and Permanent Press cycles.
•Refer to page 14 to learn more about the
sounds you may hear during a wash cycle.
•Refer to page 11 to help you understand
what happens during the cycles in the
Water Saving Spray Rinse operation of
the washer.
•Refer to page 14 to help you understand
what happens during the cycles in the
Traditional Deep Rinse operation of
the washer.
NOTES:
•The washer pauses briefly throughout each
cycle. These pauses are normal for washer
operation.
•An Extra Rinse option is available in
all cycles.

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CYCLE CONTROL
KNOB SETTING
Super Wash
18 minutes
Heavy
14 minutes
Regular
12 minutes
Perm. Press
10 minutes
Delicate
6 minutes
OPERATING YOUR WASHER
Normal – Water Saving Spray Rinse Cycles
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Perm.Press
Delicate
Heavy
Regular
SuperWash
Water Saving Spray Rinse
(Up to 40%Water Savings)
Pull Start
Push Stop
Off
10
14
18
12
6
Extra
Rinse
Spin*
Spin*
* High Speed Spin
Fabric Speed Select and Cycle Control Knob Recommendations
LOAD TYPE
Sturdy fabrics
Maximum soil
Sturdy fabrics
Cottons
Linens
Permanent
press
Synthetic
fabrics
Delicates
Washable
knits
PROVIDES
Agitation†Spin
High High
High High
High High
High High
Low High
FABRIC SPEED
SELECT SETTING
P. Press
or Cottons
P. Press
or Cottons
P. Press
or Cottons
P. Press
or Cottons
Delicate
or Knit
COMMENTS
•Maximum
soil removal
•Use twice
the detergent
•Removes
heavy soils
•Removes
moderate to
heavy soils
•Removes
moderate
soils
•Provides
gentle
cleaning for
light soils
• Better removal
of water for
faster drying
times
†If you select Cottons or P. Press, the Gentle Wash System helps protect your fabrics by
reducing wash agitation during the last few minutes of wash agitation in the Super Wash,
Heavy, Regular, and Perm. Press cycles.

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Using spray rinse and spin
NOTE: An Extra Rinse option is available
in the Normal - Water Saving Spray Rinse
cycles. See page 7.
When using extra detergent for heavily
soiled clothes, or washing special-care
items, you may find an extra spray rinse
and spin is needed.
1. For an additional spray rinse, push in the
Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise
to the mark illustrated.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. The
washer will drain and spin, followed by
spray rinsing.
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 in the Cycle Control Knob and turn
it clockwise to the Spin mark illustrated.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. The
washer drains, then spins.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER
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Perm.Press
Delicate
Heavy
Regular
SuperWash
Water Saving Spray Rinse
(Up to 40%Water Savings)
Pull Start
Push Stop
Off
10
14
18
12
6
Extra
Rinse
Spin*
Spin*
* High Speed Spin
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Perm.Press
Delicate
Heavy
Regular
SuperWash
Water Saving Spray Rinse
(Up to 40%Water Savings)
Pull Start
Push Stop
Off
10
14
18
12
6
Extra
Rinse
Spin*
Spin*
* High Speed Spin

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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
Understanding the Water Saving Spray Rinse Cycles
When you select these cycles, the washer
continues to spin at the end of the wash
cycle. Fresh water is added as the machine
spins the load. There is no fill.
†If high-speed agitation is selected, agitation
speed is reduced in the last few minutes of
most cycles. This provides better fabric care.
Fill
▼
Wash selected time†
▼
Drain
No agitation
▼
Spin
▼
Continues to spin-No fill
▼
Spray rinses-Spin
▼
Spin
▼
Off
▼

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Normal – Traditional Deep Rinse Cycles
Normal
Heavy
Delicate
Perm.Press
SuperWash
Regular
Traditional Deep Rinse
For use with Fabric Softner)
Off
Off
10
14
18
12
6
Extra
Rinse
Rinse
Spin*
Spin
OPERATING YOUR WASHER
Fabric Speed Select and Cycle Control Knob Recommendations
LOAD TYPE
Sturdy fabrics
Maximum soil
Sturdy fabrics
Cottons
Linens
Permanent
press
Synthetic
fabrics
Delicates
Washable
knits
CYCLE CONTROL
KNOB SETTING
Super Wash
18 minutes
Heavy
14 minutes
Regular
12 minutes
Perm. Press
10 minutes
Delicate
6 minutes
PROVIDES
Agitation†Spin
High High
High High
High High
High Low
Low Low
FABRIC SPEED
SELECT SETTING
Cottons
Cottons
Cottons
P. Press
Delicate
COMMENTS
•Maximum
soil removal
•Use twice
the detergent
•Removes
heavy soils
•Removes
moderate to
heavy soils
•Removes
moderate
soils
•Low spin
speed
reduces
wrinkling
•Provides
gentle
cleaning for
light soils
•Low spin
speed
reduces
wrinkling

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LOAD TYPE
Delicate
cottons
CYCLE CONTROL
KNOB SETTING
Delicate
6 minutes
PROVIDES
Agitation†Spin
Low High
FABRIC SPEED
SELECT SETTING
Knit
COMMENTS
•Provides
gentle
cleaning for
light soils
• Better removal
of water for
faster drying
times
OPERATING YOUR WASHER
†If you select Cottons or P. Press, the Gentle Wash System helps protect your fabrics by
reducing wash agitation during the last few minutes of wash agitation in the Super Wash,
Heavy, Regular, and Perm. Press cycles.
Normal
Heavy
Delicate
Perm.Press
SuperWash
Regular
Traditional Deep Rinse
For use with Fabric Softner)
Off
Off
10
14
18
12
6
Extra
Rinse
Rinse
Spin*
Spin
Using rinse and spin
NOTE: An Extra Rinse option is available in
the Normal - Traditional Deep Rinse cycles.
See page 7.
When using extra detergent for heavily
soiled clothes, or washing special-care
items, you may find an extra rinse and spin
is needed.
1. For an additional rinse, push in the Cycle
Control Knob and turn it clockwise to
Rinse, as illustrated.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. The
washer fills to selected load size, agi-
tates, drains, and spins.
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 in the Cycle Control Knob and turn
it clockwise to Spin, as illustrated.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. The
washer drains, then spins.
Normal
Heavy
Delicate
Perm.Press
SuperWash
Regular
Traditional Deep Rinse
For use with Fabric Softner)
Off
Off
10
14
18
12
6
Extra
Rinse
Rinse
Spin*
Spin

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Understanding the Traditional Deep Rinse Cycles
OPERATING YOUR WASHER
Fill
▼
Rinse
▼
Drain-No agitation
▼
Spin-Spray rinse
▼
Spin
▼
Off
Fill
▼
Wash selected time†
▼
Drain
No agitation
▼
Spin
▼
WASH RINSE
†If high-speed agitation is selected, agitation
speed is reduced in the last few minutes of
Understanding normal washer sounds
Your new washer may make sounds that
your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are
unfamiliar, you may be concerned about
them. Don’t be; most of them are normal.
The following describes some of the
sounds you may hear and what causes them.
During washing
When you select a small load size setting for
a small wash load, the water level in your
washer is lower. With this lower water level,
you may hear a clicking sound from the
upper portion of the agitator.
During drain
The rate that water is drained from your
washer depends on your installation. If water
is drained quickly from the washer, you may
hear air being pulled through the pump. This
happens during the end of draining.
After drain and before spin
When the cycle changes from draining to
spinning, you may hear gears engaging.

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OPERATING YOUR WASHER
XTRA ROLL ACTION*agitator
Your washer has an XTRA ROLL ACTION*
agitator that
provides maxi-
mum cleaning
for all types of
washable
fabrics. The
agitator creates
a continous
rollover action
that keeps
clothes moving
and assures that even the largest loads are
thoroughly clean.
MAGIC CLEAN*lint filter
The lint filter at the bottom of the washer
basket cleans itself. During agitation, wash
and rinse water passes over the filter,
separating the lint from the water. The lint is
then spun away from the filter and out of the
system during the spin part of the cycle.
If your washer drains into a tub, remove
any lint collected in the tub or strainer. MAGIC CLEAN
lint filter Basket
interior

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Adding liquid chlorine bleach
Use your washer’s liquid chlorine bleach
dispenser to add bleach to the wash load.
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 the 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 use this dispenser to add
powdered chlorine or color safe bleach to
your wash load. The dispenser is for liquid
chlorine bleach use only.
Adding liquid fabric softener
(ONLY when using Normal – Traditional Deep Rinse cycles)
NOTE: DO NOT use liquid fabric softener
when you are using the Water Saving
Spray Rinse cycles. Use a dryer fabric
softener sheet.
•Always dilute fabric softener with 1/2 to 1
cup (125 to 250mL) warm water. Undiluted
fabric softener can stain fabrics.
•Add diluted fabric softener only in the
final rinse.
•Liquid fabric softener should not be mixed
with other laundry products because
greasy stains may form. If stains form,
remove them by wetting the stain and
rubbing it 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.
OPERATING YOUR WASHER

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Caring for Your Washer
Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your
washer properly and safely.
Cleaning your washer
Exterior
Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills
with a soft, damp cloth or
sponge as they occur. Occa-
sionally wipe the outside of
the washer to keep it looking
like new.
Do not put sharp or metal objects in your
washer. They can damage the
finish. Check all pockets for
pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts,
etc. Do not lay these objects
on your washer after emptying
pockets.
Winter storage or moving care
Install and store your washer where it will
not freeze. Because some water may stay in
the hoses, freezing can damage your
washer. If storing or moving your washer
during freezing weather, winterize it.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3. Put 1 quart (1L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in
the basket.
4. Run washer on a drain and spin setting
(see pages 10 and 13) for about 30
seconds to mix the antifreeze and water.
5. Unplug the power supply cord.
Non-use or vacation care
Operate your washer only when you are at
home. If you will be on vacation or not using
your washer for an extended period of time,
you should:
•Unplug the power supply cord or turn off
electrical power to the washer.
Interior
Clean interior with 1 cup (250 mL) of chlo-
rine bleach mixed with 2 cups (500 mL) of
detergent. Run washer through a complete
cycle using hot water. Repeat process if
necessary.
NOTE: Remove hard water deposits using
only cleaners labeled as washer safe.
•Turn off the water supply to the washer.
This helps avoid accidental flooding
(due to a water pressure surge) while
you are away.
To use 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.

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Laundry Tips
This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additional washing
information.
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 non-
washable trim and ornaments.
•Empty pockets and turn them inside out.
•Turn down cuffs, brush away lint and dirt.
•Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.
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, perma-
nent press). When possible, turn lint givers
inside out.
Loading
•Drop items into washer loosely. Fill to the
top of the basket (top row of
holes). Do not wrap items
around the agitator. Items
should move easily through
wash water for best cleaning
and wrinkle-free results. Items should sink
and reappear later.
•Load washer properly and select correct
load size setting. Overloading or packing
the machine, and selecting a setting too
small for the wash load can:
– cause poor cleaning.
– increase wrinkling.
– create excessive lint.
– wear out items faster (because of pilling).
•Tie strings and sashes so they will not
tangle.
•Mend tears, loose hems, and seams.
•Treat spots and stains. (See “Removing
Stains” on pages 22-24.)
•Stained or wet garments should be
washed promptly for best results.
•Separate dark colors from light colors,
colorfast items from noncolorfast items.
•Sort by fabric and construction (sturdy
cottons, knits, delicate items).
•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
washer vibrate during spin.
•Use a large load size setting to reduce
wrinkling with permanent press clothes and
some synthetic knits. These items should
have more room to move in the water than
heavy items (towels, jeans).
•Reduce wash time when using a small
load size setting. Loads with only a few
small items need less wash time.

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Towels
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
1 bath mat
Delicates
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties
1 baby’s dress
Mixed Load
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs
Permanent Press
2 double or
1 king size sheet(s)
1 tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases
Heavy Work
Clothes
3 pair pants
3 shirts
4 pair jeans
1 coverall
1 overall
Knits
3 slacks
3 blouses
6 shirts
4 tops
4 dresses
Loading suggestions
For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the highest load size
setting.
SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS
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.
•Avoid rewashing. Use enough detergent
and pretreat stains or heavy soils. Use the
cycles and wash times recommended for
the fabric and soil.
•Use your washer during off-peak hours –
usually early morning and late evening.
(Ask your power company.)
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Water guidelines
Selecting water temperatures
SUGGESTED FABRICS
•Work clothes
•Sturdy whites/colorfast
pastels
•Diapers
•Dark/noncolorfast colors
•Permanent press items
•Nylon, polyester, acrylics,
silks, woolens
•Knits/delicate fabrics
•Extra-sensitive colors
•Noncolorfast items
•Hand washables
COMMENTS
•Best cleaning for heavily soiled items
•Removes oils, perspiration, greasy
soils, and stains
•Prevents graying or yellowing
•Best for moderately soiled to lightly
soiled items
•Safe for most fabric finishes
•Less fading and dye bleeding
•Reduces wrinkling
•Best for very lightly soiled items
•Saves hot water
•Best rinse water temperature
WASH WATER
TEMPERATURE†
HOT
130°F (54°C)
or above
WARM
90-110°F
(32-44°C)
COLD
70-90°F
(21-32°C)
†The washer features cold rinses for all wash temperatures. In addition, warm rinses are
available with warm washes. Warm rinse water provides better water extraction than cold
rinse water and shortens drying times. However, warm rinse water may increase wrinkling
when line drying. In cold climates, warm rinse water also provides a more comfortable
temperature for handling the wash load.
Checking hot water
temperature
Your hot water should be 130°F (54°C) or
above. If you do not know your hot water
temperature, you can check it easily. You
may need to raise the temperature of your
water heater. To check your hot water:
1. Fill a pan with the hottest water available
from the faucet that fills your washer.
NOTE: If you do not have a faucet at your
washer site, collect the water from the
faucet closest to your washer.
2. Place a candy thermometer or cooking
thermometer in the water to check the
temperature.
NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder
than 70°F (21°C), detergents do not dissolve
well. Also, soils may be difficult to remove,
and some fabrics may retain wear wrinkles
and may have increased pilling.
Water hardness
Many poor washing results can be traced to
the hardness of the wash water. To check
your water hardness:
•City water – ask the city water company.
•Well water – ask the local water authority.
Ask for the mineral content in grains/gallon
or parts/million. If your water is more than
8 grains/gallon or more than 137 parts/
million, you should consider:
•Installing a water softener.
•Using more detergent.
•Using a packaged water conditioner.
•Not using soap.
LAUNDRY TIPS