Whirlpool 3360462 warranty OperatingYour Washer, Before starting your washer, This Section

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OperatingYour Washer

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Selecting

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Selecting

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Selecting a cycle

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What

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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 “Beforeyou wash” information.

NOTE: If your washer has a Consumer Buy Guide, remove it and place it in your Use and Care Guide.

Starting or stopping your washer

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 temperature.

3.Pull out the Cycle Control Knob.

Refer to pages 6-9 for additional information to help you make selections.

Stopping and restarting 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- sary) and pull out the Cycle Control Knob.

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Contents UseAndCaie Knowing Your Washer’s FeaturesHelp when you need it Your safety is important to usANoteToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool applianceUnderstanding your responsibilities Important Safety Instructions+Available on some models KnowingYour Washer’s FeaturesBefore starting your washer OperatingYour WasherStarting or stopping your washer This SectionSelecting a cycle and time Selecting wash-rinse temperaturesLoad size tips Press fabricsPermanent Press cycle Regular cycleShort cycle Auto Soak cycleSee AutoSoak on page 7 for additional soaking information Using rinse and spinManual Soak cycle What happens in each J SpinCycle Regular and Short cyclesUsing the chlorine bleach dispenser FeaturesManual clean lint filter Magic CLEAN* lint filterBefore you wash Laundry TipsPreparing clothes for washing SortingLoading suggestions Removing stainsPrewashing or soaking Stain removal rulesRewash Stain removal guideRinse thoroughly. Wash Treat withInk or ballpoint pen ink Water usage guide Water temperatureWater hardness 130F 54C or aboveChlorine bleach Using laundry aidsFabric softeners All-fabric bleachTo retain flame retardant qualities Washing special-care itemsAs flame-retardant. Follow Toys Problem 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 need FSP’ replace- ment parts Page FSP’ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects Automatic Washer WarrantyMaterials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase Authorized Whirlpool service company