Whirlpool 3950310 User manual

A Note to You............ 2

Washer Safety ..........3

Parts and Features ... 4

Operating Your

Washer......................5

Caring for Your

Washer.................... 12

Troubleshooting ...... 13

Requesting

Assistance or

Service .................... 17

Index ....................... 19

Warranty ................. 20

In the U.S.A. for assistance or service,

call the Consumer Assistance Center:

1-800-253-1301

In Canada for assistance or service,

see page 18.

3950310

Three speed

automatic washers

Home Appliances

ANOTE TO YOU

Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL*appliance.

The Whirlpool Brand is committed to designing quality products that consistently perform for you to make

your life easier. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care

Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.

Please read it carefully.

Also, complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. The card helps us

notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Please record your model’s information.

Whenever you call to request service for your appli-

ance, you need to know your complete model number

and serial number. You can find this information on the

model and serial number label (see the diagram on the

“Parts and Features” page for the location of the label).

Also, record the other information shown in the next

column.

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

Model Number __________________________________

Serial Number ___________________________________

Purchase Date __________________________________

Dealer Name ____________________________________

Dealer Address __________________________________

Dealer Phone ___________________________________

1-800-253-1301

Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll free.

In Canada, for assistance or service, see the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section.

To find detailed product information, the location of the nearest Whirlpool dealer or authorized servicer, to

purchase an accessory item, or register your appliance on-line, please visit our Web site at

www.whirlpool.com

In Canada, visit our Web site at www.whirlpool.com/canada

WASHERSAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING –To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow

basic precautions, including the following:

•Read all instructions before using the washer.

•Do not wash articles that have been previously

cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with

gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable,

or explosive substances as they give off vapors

that could ignite or explode.

•Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or

other flammable, or explosive substances to the

wash water. These substances give off vapors

that could ignite or explode.

•Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be

produced in a hot water system that has not been

used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS

EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been

used for such a period, before using the washing

machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the

water flow from each for several minutes. This will

release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the

gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open

flame during this time.

– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –

•Do not allow children to play on or in the washer.

Close supervision of children is necessary when the

washer is used near children.

•Before the washer is removed from service or

discarded, remove the door.

•Do not reach into the washer if the tub or agitator is

moving.

•Do not install or store the washer where it will be

exposed to the weather.

•Do not tamper with controls.

•Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or

attempt any servicing unless specifically recom-

mended in this Use and Care Guide or in published

user-repair instructions that you understand and

have the skills to carry out.

•See Installation Instructions for grounding

requirements.

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

follow instructions.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and

obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or

“WARNING.” These words mean:

wDANGER

wWARNING

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can

happen if the instructions are not followed.

PARTS AND FEATURES

The parts and features of your washer are illustrated on this page. Become familiar with all parts

and features before using your washer. Page references are included next to some features. Refer

to those pages for more information about the features.

NOTE: The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model. They are designed to show

the different features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.

Cycle control knob

(pp. 7-10)

Liquid chlorine

bleach dispenser

(p. 5)

Model and serial

number label

(under lid)

Basket

Tub

Load size

selector

(p. 6)

Liquid fabric

softener

dispenser

(pp. 6, 12)

Agitator

MAGIC CLEAN*

lint filter

(bottom of

washer basket)

(p. 10)

Temperature

selector

(p. 6)

Extra rinse

selector

(p. 6)

Cycle signal

selector

(p. 6)

To get the best washing results possible, you must use your washer correctly. This section tells

you how to use your washer properly and efficiently.

USING YOUR WASHER

OPERATING YOURWASHER

1. Measure detergent and pour it into the washer.

•If desired, you may

also add powder or

liquid color-safe

bleach.

•Add extra detergent

for the Super Wash

cycle.

2. Drop a sorted load of clothes loosely into your

washer, filling to the

top row of holes.

•Load evenly to

maintain washer bal-

ance. Mix large and

small items.

•Items should move

easily through the wash

water. Overloading can

cause poor cleaning.

•To reduce wrinkling

of permanent press clothes and some synthetic

knits, use a large load size to provide more space

(see step 6).

continued on next page

3. (OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid chlorine

bleach into the liquid

chlorine bleach dis-

penser. Bleach will

be diluted automatically

during the wash part of

the cycle.

•Never use more than

1 cup (250 mL) for a full

load. Use less with a

smaller load size.

•Follow the manufac-

turer’s directions for safe use.

•To avoid spilling, use a cup with a pouring spout.

Do not let bleach splash, drip, or run down into the

washer basket.

•Make sure you use only liquid chlorine bleach in

this dispenser.

wWARNING

Explosion Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are

dampened with gasoline or other

flammable fluids.

No washer can completely remove oil.

Do not dry anything that has ever had any

type of oil on it (including cooking oils).

Doing so can result in death, explosion,

or fire.

wWARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can

result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

6. Turn the Load Size selector to the correct setting

for your wash load and

the type of fabric being

washed.

•Your washer has five

load size settings.

•Choose a load size

that allows the load to

move freely for best

fabric care. See

“Loading” later in this

section.

•Change the setting after the washer has

started filling by turning the selector to a

different setting.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

USING YOUR WASHER (CONT.)

4. (OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid fabric

softener into the fabric

softener dispenser.

•Do not spill or drip

any fabric softener on

the clothes.

•Make sure you use

only liquid fabric

softener in this

dispenser.

7. Set the Water Temperature selector to the

correct setting for the

type of fabric and soils

being washed.

•Use the warmest

water safe for fabric.

•Follow garment label instructions.

HOT: 130°F (54°C) or above.

– Whites and pastels.

– Heavy and greasy soils.

WARM: 90 to 110°F (32 to 44°C).

– Bright colors.

– Moderate to light soils.

COLD: 70 to 90°F (21 to 32°C).

– Colors that bleed or fade.

– Light soils.

8. (OPTIONAL STEP) For an additional rinse and

spin at the end of a wash cycle, set the Extra

Rinse selector to On.

9. (OPTIONAL STEP) Set the Cycle Signal selector

to On if you want your washer to sound a signal

when the wash cycle is finished. This signal is

helpful when you are washing items that should

be removed from the washer as soon as the

cycle ends.

5. Close the washer lid.

•Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dis-

penser with warm

water until liquid

reaches the

crossbar in the

opening.

•Softener is added

automatically during

the rinse portion of

the cycle.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

USING YOUR WASHER (CONT.)

10. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it to

the wash cycle you

want. See “Cycle

descriptions” later in

this section.

•Reduce the wash

time when using a

small load size setting.

11. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the

washer.

NOTE: To stop the washer at any time, push in the

Cycle Control knob. To restart the washer, close

the lid (if open) and pull out the Cycle Control knob.

Loading suggestions

For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size selector to the highest load size setting.

SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS

Heavy Work Clothes

3 pair pants

3 shirts

4 pair jeans

1 coverall

1 overall

Towels

10 bath towels

10 hand towels

14 wash cloths

1 bath mat

Mixed Load

3 double sheets

4 pillowcases

8 T-shirts

6 pair shorts

2 shirts

2 blouses

8 handkerchiefs

Delicates

3 camisoles

1 quilted robe

4 slips

4 panties

2 bras

2 nighties

1 baby’s dress

SELECTING ACYCLE AND TIME

This section describes the available wash cycles

and will help you make the best cycle selections

for your wash loads. Each cycle is designed for

different types of fabric and soil levels.

•The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle.

These pauses are normal. Refer to “Understanding

normal washer sounds” to learn more about the

sounds you may hear during a wash cycle.

•Refer to “Understanding what happens in each

cycle” later in this section to learn what happens

during a wash cycle.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS

(Models GSQ9300, GSQ9340,GSQ9344, GST9344)

Ultimate Care*cycle

(Hand Washables)

The Ultimate Care (Hand Washables) cycle features

a series of brief, extra low-speed agitations

(7 seconds) and short soaks (12 seconds) to gently

clean special-care items. Low spin speeds minimize

wrinkling. Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean lightly

soiled hand washables.

Garments are labeled “Hand Wash” because:

•The fiber or construction may be sensitive to

agitation.

•The fabric contains sensitive dyes that may bleed.

Properly sort and then use your Hand Washables

cycle for gentle washing. Follow care label direc-

tions for drying. Items that may shrink should be

dried flat. Block these items by gently stretching to

original measurements. Woolens tend to shrink

more the first time they are washed.

•If items appear to be floating due to trapped air,

stop the washer by pushing in the Cycle Control

knob. Push items down into the water. Restart the

washer.

Normal cycle

The Normal cycle features high-speed agitation for

cleaning cottons and linens. High spin speeds

shorten drying times. Select 9 (Regular), 12 (Reg/

Hvy)†, or 15 (Heavy) minutes of wash time, depend-

ing on whether your load is moderately or heavily

soiled. For lightly soiled cotton and linen fabrics,

use the 6-minute Light setting.

Super Wash – Select the 18-minute Super Wash

feature to wash heavily soiled loads that need

maximum soil removal. Use two times the amount

of recommended detergent for this cycle.

Permanent Press cycle

The Permanent Press cycle starts with high-speed

agitation and then steps down to low-speed agita-

tion for cleaning permanent press blends and

synthetic fabrics. To minimize wrinkling, this cycle

features a cool-down rinse and a low-speed final

spin. Select 3 (Extra Light)†, 6 (Light) or 9 (Regular)

minutes to clean very light to moderately soiled

loads.

Extra Delicate cycle

The Extra Delicate cycle features an extra low-

speed agitation for gentle soil removal from

delicate items and washable knits. Low spin

speeds minimize wrinkling. Select 3 (Light)†or 6

(Regular) minutes to clean light to moderately

soiled loads.

Cycles may vary with model

†On some models

Normal cycle

The Normal cycle features extended high-speed

agitation followed by a brief period of low-speed

agitation for cleaning cottons and linens. High spin

speeds shorten drying times. Select 9 (Light),

12 (Regular/Heavy), or 15 (Extra Heavy) minutes of

wash time, depending on whether your load is

moderately or heavily soiled. For lightly soiled cotton

and linen fabrics, use the 6-minute setting.

Heavy cycle

Super Wash – Select the 15-minute Super Wash

feature to wash heavily soiled loads that need

maximum soil removal. Use two times the amount of

recommended detergent for this cycle.

Permanent Press cycle

The Permanent Press cycle starts with high-speed

agitation and then steps down to low-speed agitation

for cleaning permanent press blends and synthetic

fabrics. To minimize wrinkling, this cycle features a

cool-down rinse and a low-speed final spin.

Delicate cycle

The Delicate cycle features an extra low-speed

agitation and then steps to a series of brief, extra

low-speed agitations (7 seconds) and short soaks

(12 seconds) for gentle soil removal from delicate

items and washable knits. Low spin speeds minimize

wrinkling. Select this 9-minute cycle to clean light

to moderately soiled loads.

Ultimate Care*cycle

(Hand Washables)

The Ultimate Care (Hand Washables) cycle features

a series of brief, extra low-speed agitations

(7 seconds) and short soaks (12 seconds) to gently

clean special-care items. Low spin speeds minimize

wrinkling. Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean lightly

soiled hand washables.

Garments are labeled “Hand Wash” because:

•The fiber or construction may be sensitive to

agitation.

•The fabric contains sensitive dyes that may bleed.

Properly sort and then use your Hand Washables

cycle for gentle washing. Follow care label direc-

tions for drying. Items that may shrink should be

dried flat. Block these items by gently stretching to

original measurements. Woolens tend to shrink

more the first time they are washed.

•If items appear to be floating due to trapped air,

stop the washer by pushing in the Cycle Control

knob. Push items down into the water. Restart the

washer.

CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS

(Model LSR8300)

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

RINSE/DRAIN AND SPIN

Rinse and Spin feature

When using extra detergent for heavily soiled

clothes, or washing special-care items, you may

find an extra rinse and spin is needed.

•For an additional rinse and spin, push in the

Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any

of the Rinse settings. The washer fills to the

selected load size, agitates, drains, and spins.

NOTE: An Extra Rinse option is also available. See

“Using your washer” earlier in this section.

Drain and Spin feature

A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for

some heavy fabrics or special-care items by remov-

ing excess water.

•For a drain and spin, push in the Cycle Control

knob and turn it clockwise to any of the Spin

settings. Then pull out the Cycle Control knob.

The washer drains, then spins.

Your washer has a self-cleaning lint filter at the

bottom of the basket. Wash and rinse water flow

over the filter during agitation, separating the lint

from the water. The lint spins out of the system

during the spin part of the cycle.

If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint

collected in the tub or strainer.

MAGIC CLEAN

lint filter

Basket

interior

MAGICCLEAN*LINT FILTER

UNDERSTANDING NORMAL WASHER SOUNDS

During drain

If water is drained quickly from your washer (depend-

ing on your installation), you may hear air being

pulled through the pump during the end of draining.

After drain and before spin

When the cycle changes from draining to spinning,

you may hear gears engaging.

Your new washer may make sounds your old one

didn’t. Because the sounds may be unfamiliar, you

may be concerned about them. Don’t be; most of

them are normal.

The following describes some of the sounds you

may hear and what causes them.

During washing

When you select a small load size setting, your

washer has a lower water level. This may cause a

clicking sound from the upper part of the agitator.

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