Whirlpool 3360462 warranty Important Safety Instructions, Understanding your responsibilities

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the

l Read all instructions before using your washer.

l Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or other flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. Always hand wash and line dry items containing these materials.

. Flammable fluids (dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene, gasoline, etc.) should not be used or stored in or near your washer. Do not add flammable fluids to your wash water. These substances give off 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. Super- vise children closely when your washer is used near them.

l Before your washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment.

l After starting a cycle, do not reach into the basket unless the Cycle Control Knob is pushed in and all motion stops.

lDo not tamper with the controls.

lIf 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, turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several min- utes. This will allow gases to escape. Do not smoke or use any open flame near your faucet while it is open.

Please

l Have only a qualified repairman install, repair, or replace parts on washer.

l Maintain washer properly.

*Protect washer from the weather and keep it where the temperature will not fall below freezing.

lInstall and level washer on a floor that can support the weight.”

l Connect washer to the correct 3-prong outlet, electrical supply, water supply, and drain.*

l Ground washer properly.* *See the Installation Instructions.

Understanding your responsibilities

l Store detergent, laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry place where children cannot reach them (in a locked cabinet if possible).

lRead and follow instructions on pack- ages of detergent and laundry aids, especially warnings and precautions.

lDo not wash or dry items that are soiled with vegetable or cooking oil. These items may contain some oil after launder- ing. Due to the remaining oil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.

lDo not use chlorine bleach and ammonia or acids (such as vinegar or rust re- mover) in the same wash. Hazardous fumes can form.

*Unplug power supply cord before attempting to service your washer.

lDo not machine wash fiberglass materi- als. Small particles can stick to the fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation.

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Contents UseAndCaie Knowing Your Washer’s FeaturesThank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Your safety is important to usHelp when you need it ANoteToYouUnderstanding your responsibilities Important Safety Instructions+Available on some models KnowingYour Washer’s FeaturesThis Section OperatingYour WasherBefore starting your washer Starting or stopping your washerPress fabrics Selecting wash-rinse temperaturesSelecting a cycle and time Load size tipsAuto Soak cycle Regular cyclePermanent Press cycle Short cycleUsing rinse and spin Manual Soak cycleSee AutoSoak on page 7 for additional soaking information Regular and Short cycles J SpinWhat happens in each CycleMagic CLEAN* lint filter FeaturesUsing the chlorine bleach dispenser Manual clean lint filterSorting Laundry TipsBefore you wash Preparing clothes for washingStain removal rules Removing stainsLoading suggestions Prewashing or soakingTreat with Stain removal guideRewash Rinse thoroughly. WashInk or ballpoint pen ink 130F 54C or above Water temperatureWater usage guide Water hardnessAll-fabric bleach Using laundry aidsChlorine bleach Fabric softenersWashing special-care items As flame-retardant. FollowTo retain flame retardant qualities Toys Problem Solving laundering problemsWinterizing your washer Use lower water levels when washing small loadsCaring for your washer Saving energyBefore calling for assistance If You Need Assistance Or ServiceIf you need FSP’ replace- ment parts Page From Date of Purchase Authorized Whirlpool service company Automatic Washer WarrantyFSP’ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects Materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an