Whirlpool 8LSC6244BG0 manual Caring for your washer, Care during periods, Non-use, Saving energy

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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, after tinting or dyeing), put 250 mL (1 cup) of chlorine bleach and 500 mL

(2 cups) 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.

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 L (1 quart) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.

3.Run the washer on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds (see page 9) to mix antifreeze and water.

4.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 250 mL (1 cup) 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

. Use 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.

. Use 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 UseAndCare Your safety is important to us Help when you need itThank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Important SAFt Instructions Understanding your responsibilitiesPlease +Available on some models Knowing Your Washer’s FeaturesBefore starting your washer Operating Your WasherStarting or stopping your washer Selecting a load sizeSelecting wash-rinse temp Water temperature tipsLoad size tips Rinse waterRegular cycle Permanent Press cycleDelicate cycle Short cycle Using rinse and spinSoak/Pre-Wash cycle Super Wash cycleWhat happens in each cycle LJ4t SpinWash selected time Drain or partial drain+ No agitation Fill Rinse Drain-No agitation IllJ% Spin-Spray rinseUsing the extra rinse option Other FeaturesUsing the fabric softener DispenserUsing the chlorine bleach dispenser Magic CLEAN* lint filterUndiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches Before you wash Laundry TipsLoading suggestions Removing stainsPrewashing or soaking Stain removal rulesStain removal guide Solvent. Wash Egg -~Water Temperature Usage GuideHardness Chlorine bleach Using laundry aidsFabric softeners All-fabric bleachWashing special-care items They are washed. This is normalWash following manufacturer’s instructions Stretch. However Could stick to the next load and cause skin irritationThis means that knits are more likely to be stretched Unless they areProblem Solving laundering problemsCare during periods Caring for your washerNon-use Saving energyIf You Need Assistance Or Service Before calling for assistanceWait a minute to see if washer starts cycle again Set cycle control knob on correct number in the cycle If you need FSP* replace- ment partsMaterials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase Authorized Whirlpool Service companyAssembly