Whirlpool RAL5144BG0 warranty Caring for your washer, Care during periods, Non-use, Saving energy

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Caring for your washer

l Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.

lRemove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe.

lIf 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.

lSharp 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.

Care during periods of

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.Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to just beyond any dot on the dial. (See “Usingrinse and spin” on page 8.)

4.Pull out the Cycle Control Knob and allow the washer to run about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water.

5.Unplug power supply cord.

non-use

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).

Saving energy

lUse warm or cold wash water for most loads. Use hot water only when washing heavy, greasy soils or whites.

lUse cold rinses. l Wash full loads.

lUse lower water levels when washing small loads.

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Avoid rewashing. Use enough detergent; pretreat stains or heavy soils; do not over- load; use the cycles and wash times recom- mended for the fabric and soil; sort properly.

Use your washer during off-peak hours- usually early morning and late evening. (Ask your power company.)

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Contents Home Appliances Washer’sYour safety is important to us ANoteToYouThank you for buying a Roper appliance Understanding your responsibilities Important Safety InstructionsKnowingYour Washer’s Features Other features not shownAvailable on some models Before starting your washer WasherStarting or stopping your Selecting a load sizeWater temperature tips Selecting wash-rinse temperaturesSelecting a cycle and time Load size tipsRegular cycle Heavy cycleFabricare cycle Permanent Press cycleSoak cycle Using rinse and spinCycle What happens in eachFill Wash selected time Drain or partial drain No agitation Spin===A Self-cleaning Lint filter Other FeaturesManual clean lint filter Lint filtersUsing the chlorine bleach dispenser Before you wash Laundry TipsLoading suggestions Removing stainsPre-washing or soaking Stain removal rulesStain removal guide GumCoffee Egg Temperature UsageWater Hardness Chlorine bleach Using laundry aidsAll-fabric bleach DetergentRetardant qualities Washing special-care itemsThis means that knits are more likely to be stretched Could stick to the next load and cause skin irritationRamie Close zippers, fasten hooks and eyes to prevent snaggingSpots Solving laundering problemsCare during periods Caring for your washerNon-use Saving energyBefore- calling for assistance If You Need Assistance Or ServiceIf you need service If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solvedIf you need assistance Automatic Warranty
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