Whirlpool AAV4000AW manual Using the Controls, Getting Started

Using the Controls –

Getting Started

1.Add detergent and additives to the washer.

2.Load the washer.

3.Close the lid.

4.Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load.

5.Press the Cycle Selector dial.

6.The Fill indicator light will illuminate and the washer will start to fill.

Note: The lid must be completely closed in order to operate the washer controls.

STEP 1

Select Water Level

Determine the selected setting based on clothes load size. Selection should provide sufficient water to permit clothes to circulate freely during agitation.

It may become necessary, due to bulky fabrics, to adjust the water level after agitation begins. To adjust the water level, turn the Infinite Water Level control to reset and then back to the desired setting.

WATER LEVEL SETTING	LOAD SIZE
Small	1/4 - 1/3
Medium	1/3 – 1/2
Large	1/2 – 2/3
Super	2/3 – Full

Electronic Control Models

STEP 2

Select Wash/Rinse Temperature

Your washer gives you a choice of hot, warm or cold water for washing and cold water or warm water (select models) for rinsing. Use the chart below as a guide.

Automatic Temperature Control (A.T.C.) provides the optimal wash water temperature for cleaning. To save energy, this washer will regulate wash water temperatures by mixing hot and cold water to reach the proper water temperature.

WASH/RINSE	LOAD TYPE
TEMPS
Cold/Cold	Brightly colored, lightly soiled
	items; washable woolens.
(select models)

These settings feature Automatic Temperature Control:

ATC Hot/Cold,	Saves energy by adding cold water
	to the hot water from your water
ATC Warm/Cold
	heater. Provides optimum cleaning
	at lower temperatures.
	May add hot water to the incoming
ATC Cold/Cold	cold water as the washer fills. This
	assures that the water will be warm
	enough to properly activate detergent.

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