Whirlpool THIN TWIN User manual

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UseAndCare

A Note to You

Understanding

Safety

Getting to Know

Your Washer/Dryer

Operating Your

Washer

Operating Your

Dryer

Caring for Your

Washer/Dryer (

Laundry Tips

If You Need

Assistance or

Service

Warranty

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LARGE CAPACITY

THIN TWIN” AUTOMATIC WASHER/DRYER

PART NO. 3401088

A Note to You

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance.

You have purchased a quality, worMclass home appliance. Years of engineering experience

have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of trouble-free operation, we have

developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and

maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete

and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. This will help us

notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Your safety is important to us.

This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to

these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the

symbol.

This symbol will help alert you to such

dangers as personal injury, burns, fire,

and electrical shock. I

Our Consumer Assistance Center number in the U.S.A.,

l-800-253-1301, is toll-free 24 hours a day.

If you have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first see

“If You Need Assistance or Service” on page 33. If you need further help, call us. When

calling, you will need to know your appliance’s complete model number and serial number.

You can find this information on the model and serial number label (see diagram on page 6).

For your convenience, we have included a handy place below for you to record these num-

bers, the purchase date from the sales slip, and your dealer’s name and telephone number.

Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Dealer Name

Dealer Phone

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Understanding Safety

For your safety, the information in this manual

must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or

explosion or to prevent property damage, personal

injury, or loss of life.

-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids

in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your

building.

Clear the room, building, or area of all occupants.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.

Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

service agency, or the gas supplier.

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IMPORTANT SAFEl-Y INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to

persons when uslng your washer/dryer, follow

basic precau-

tions, including the following:

Read all instructions before using your

If your hot water has not been used

THIN TWIN@ washer/dryer. recentfy (usually 2 weeks or longer),

. Do not machine wash or machine dry hydrogen gases may build up in your

items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or water heater and your hot water pipes.

spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, dry HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To

cleaning solvents, or other flammable prevent injury or damage, before using

fluids. The fumes can create a fire your washer/dryer, turn on all hot water

hazard or explosion. Always hand wash faucets and allow water to run for several

and line dry items containing these minutes. This will allow gases to escape.

materials. Do not smoke or use any open flame

Flammable fluids (dry-cleaning solvents, near your faucet while it is open.

kerosene, gasoline, etc.) should not be Please ...

used or stored in or near your washer/

Install and level washer/dryer in a well-

dryer. Do not add flammable fluids to ventilated room and on a floor that can

your wash water. These substances support the weight.*

give off vapors that can create a fire . Connect washer/dryer to the correct

hazard or explosion. 3-prong outlet, electrical supply, water

Do not allow children to operate, play supply, and drain.’

with, or crawl on or inside your washer/ @Ground washer/dryer properly.*

dryer. Supervise children closely when

your washer/dryer is used near them.

Have only a qualified person install,

repair, or replace parts on washer/dryer.

Before your washer/dryer is removed

from service or discarded, remove the

Protect washer/dryer from the weather

and keep it where the temperature is

lid and door to prevent accidental above 45°F (7°C).

entrapment.

Maintain washer/dryer properly.

After starting a cycle, do not reach into

the basket unless the washer Cycle

Use only fabric softeners specifiilly

Control Knob is pushed in and all motion labeled as not being harmful to the dryer.

stops.

Do not allow lint to build up inside the

Do not reach into your dryer if the drum dryer or exhaust system. Cleaning should

is moving. be done periodically by a qualified

person.

Do not dry rubber, rubber-like, or heat-

sensitive materials with heat. McLean lint screen before or after each

bad.

Do not tamper with the controls.

Do not let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemi-

cals, etc. pile up around or under your

washer/dryer.

‘See the Installation Instructions.

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Understanding your responsibilities

Unplug the power supply cord or turn off

Never operate your washer/dryer if:

electrical power before attempting to

service your washer/dryer. Shut off gas -it is not working right (i.e. noisy, too hot).

valve if you have a gas washer/dryer. -it is damaged.

Do not wash or dry items that are soiled -parts are missing.

with vegetable or cooking oil. These -all panels are not in place.

items may contain some oil after -the lint screen is loose, damaged, or

laundering. Due to the remaining oil, the missing.

fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.

Be sure that your washer/dryer:

Store flammable solvents or fluids away

from your washer/dryer. is properly connected to fuel and

exhaust systems (gas dryers must be

Dry cleaning solvents or fluids should vented outdoors).*

never be put directly into your washer/

dryer. -is not installed against draperies or

curtains, or on carpet.’

*Store detergent, laundry aids, and other

materials in a cool, dry place where

children cannot reach them (in a locked

cabinet if possible).

Read and follow instructions on pack-

ages of detergent and laundry aids,

especially warnings and precautions.

Do not use chlorine bleach and ammo-

nia or acids (such as vinegar or rust

remover) in the same wash. Hazardous

fumes can form.

-is used only for jobs normally expected

of a home washer/dryer.

is not used by anyone unable to operate

it properly.

*See the Installation Instructions.

*Unplug power supply cord before

attempting to service your washer/dryer.

Do not machine wash or dry fiberglass

materials. Small particles can stick to

the fabrics in following loads and cause

skin irritation.

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Getting to Know Your

Washer/Dryer

The parts and features of your THIN TWIN@ washer/dryer are illustrated in this section.

Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer/dryer.

Model and ser

Optional

exhaust

Dryer controls

- Dryer drum

-Lint screen

Tub

Basket

Other features not shown:

Automatic dryness control

MAGIC CLEAN. lint filter

Ordering a fabric softener

dispenser

A fabric softener dispenser is available for

your washer. Order Fabric Softener

Dispenser, Part No. 3350834.

To order, write to:

Whirlpool Corporation

Attention: Customer Service Department

1900 Whirlpool Drive

LaPorte, Indiana, U.S.A. 46350

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Operating Your Washer

In This Section

Page Page

Before starting your washer.. .............7 Uslng rinse and spin ......................... 10

Starting or stopplng your washer.. ...

.7 Using drab and

spln

............... _“.. .... 10

Selecting a load size ........................... 7 What happens In each cycle.. ........... 11

Selecting wash-rinse temperatures ..

.8 MAGIC CLEAN

lint filter.. ................. 11

Selecting a cycle and time .................. 8

Operating your washer properly ensures 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 20 for additional “Before you wash

or dr)r information.

NOTE: lf your washer/dryer has a Con-

sumer Features Guide, remove it and place

it in your Use and Care Guide.

Starting or stopping your washer

Starting your washer:

1. Select load size and water temperatures.

2. 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.

3. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob.

Refer to page 10 for additional informa-

tion to help you make selections.

Stopping and restarting your washer:

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.

Selecting a load size

Position the Load Size Selector at the setting

that corresponds to the size load you want to

wash. Select a load size based upon the size

of the load and the fabric you are washing.

See page 20 for additional loading information.

To change the load size setting after the

washer has started to fill, move the Selector

to the desired new setting.

Load size tips

Items should move freely in the washer. Do

not overload the machine or select a load

size that is too small for the wash load.

Use a large load size setting for best results

with permanent press clothes.

Reduce wash time when using a small load

size setting. Loads with only a few small

items need less wash time.

Selecting wash-rinse temperatures

Match the water temperature to the type of

fabric and soils being washed. The top

temperature is the wash water and the bottom

temperature is the rinse water.

Water temperature tips

Use warm wash water with the Permanent

Press and Delicate cycles.

Always use cold rinse water for permanent

press fabrics.

For heavily soiled permanent press or knit

clothes, prewash or presoak before washing

in warm water.

See the “Water usage guide” on page 25 for

more information.

Selecting a cycle and time

You will find information you need to help

you make correct cycle selections in this

section.

Pages 9-10: Use the information on these

pages to guide you when selecting a wash

cycle and time.

Page 11: Use this page to help you under-

stand what happens during a wash cycle.

Regular cycle

The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash

system and high spin speeds to shorten

drying time.

Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean

sturdily-constructed cotton and linen

fabrics that

are heavily soiled loads.

Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean

cotton and linen fabrics that are lightly to

moderately soiled.

Permanent Press cycle

The Permanent Press cycle features the

Gentle Wash system, a cool-down rinse,

and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean

permanent press and some synthetic

fabrics that are moderately soiled.

Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean

permanent press and some synthetics that

are lightly soiled.

NOTE: The washer pauses briefly during the

wash cycle. This is normal for washer

operation.

Delicate cycle

The Delicate cycle features a reduced

agitation speed for gentle soil removal. Low

spin speeds reduce wrinkling.

Use 8 minutes of wash time to clean

delicate items and washable knits that are

lightly to moderately soiled.

Soak cycle

The Soak cycle features brief periods of

agitation and soak time to help remove

heavy soils and stains that need pretreat-

ment.

Use warm water when soaking laundry.

(Hot water can set stains.) See pages 22-

24 for stain removal information.

Use the amount of detergent or presoak

additive recommended by manufacturer.

After the Soak cycle ends, add detergent

and set a new wash cycle.

Permanent Press cycle

Soak cycle

Pre-Wash cycle

The Pre-Wash cycle features a brief period of

high speed agitation to help remove.heavy

soils and stains that need pretreatment.

Use warm water for prewashing stained

laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See

pages 22-24 for stain removal information.

. After the Pm-Wash cycle ends, add

detergent and set a new wash cycle.

Super Wash cycle

Super Wash automatically prewashes the

laundry and advances into the Regular wash

cycle. (The washer does not need to be

reset after the Super Wash cycle.) Use this

cycle when washing heavily soiled loads that

need maximum soil removal.

For proper cleaning, use double the

amount of detergent recommended for a

wash cycle.

NOTE:

The machine pauses during Super

Wash. This is normal for washer operation.

Prewash cycle

Super Wash cycle

Using rinse and spin

When using extra detergent for heavily

soiled clothes, or washing special-care

items, you may want an extra rinse and spin.

1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn

clockwise to RINSE, as illustrated.

2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer

fills to selected load size, agitates, drains,

and spins.

Using drain and spin

A drain and spin may help shorten drying

times for some heavy fabrics or special-care

items by removing excess water.

1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn

clockwise to SPIN, as illustrated.

2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer

drains, and then spins.

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