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Operating your washer properly assures 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 load in the washer before starting. See page 11 for additional ‘Before you wash” information.

Starting your washer:

1.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.

2.Select a load size and water temperatures, if neccessary.

3.Pull out the Cycle Control Knob.

Stopplng and restatilng your washer:

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To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control Knob.

To restart the washer, close the lid (if neces- sarv) and pull out the Cvcle 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 11 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.

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Contents UseAndCare ANuteToYou Your safety is important to usThank you for buying a Roper appliance PropertyUnderstanding your responsibilities Important Safety InstructionsOther feature not shown KnowingYour Washer’s FeaturesBefore starting your washer Operating Your WasherSelecting a load size This SectionWater temperature tips Selecting wash-rinse temperaturesSelecting a cycle and time Load size tipsRegular cycle features longer spins to shorten drying time Using rinse and spinRegular cycle Permanent Press cycleRegular and Short cycles What happens in eachCycle Using the fabric softener dispenser Other FeaturesUsing the chlorine bleach dispenser Add detergent and load the basketManual clean lint filter Before you wash LaundryPreparing clothes for washing SortingLoading Suggestions Removing stainsPre-washing or soaking Stain removal rulesGum Stain removal guideCoffee On nextPerspiration Scorch EggWater Hardness Water temperatureWater usage guide Chlorine bleach Using laundry aidsAll-fabric bleach DetergentTo retain flame retardant qualities Washing special-care itemsAs flame-retardant. Follow Could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation Do not wash fiberglassThis means that knits are more likely to be stretched WashedProblem Solving laundering problemsCaring for your washer Use lower water levels when washing small loadsSaving energy Winterizing your washerBefore calling for assistance If You Need Assistance Or ServiceIf you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved If you need serviceIf you need assistance Washer drains Drain hose is lower thanPage From date of purchase Automatic Washer Warranty