Whirlpool 6LSR7244EQ0 User manual

3951062B

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

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

Parts and Features..........4

Operating Your

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

Using your washer..........5

Selecting a cycle

and time..........................7

Cycle descriptions ..........8

Rinse/drain and spin ......9

MAGIC CLEAN*

lint filter ..........................9

Understanding normal

washer sounds ..............9

Understanding what

happens in each cycle..10

Caring for Your

Washer............................11

Troubleshooting ............12

Requesting

Assistance

or Service ......................16

One and Two Speed

Automatic Washers

A NOTE 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, please complete and mail in 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 ________________________________

For assistance or service, please see the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section.

WASHER SAFETY

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 vapours that

could ignite or explode.

•Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning sol-

vents, or other flammable, or explosive

substances to the wash water. These

substances give off vapours 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 recommended in this Use and

Care Guide.

•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.

Load SizeLoad Size

Temperature Cycle Option Extra Rinse

Extra

Large

Medium Large

Pull Start

Push Stop

Permanent

Press

Normal

Super WashSuper Wash

Hand WashablesHand Washables

RegularRegular

Light

NormalNormal

Light

NormalNormal

Soft WashSoft Wash

HeavyHeavy

Delicates

Spin

Off

Rinse

RinseRinse

Cool

DownDown

RinseRinse

Extra

RinseRinse

Extra

RinseRinse

X-X-Rinse

PausePause

Pause

SmallSmall

Off

WarmWarm

WarmWarm WarmWarm

Cold

Hot

Cold Cold

Cold

PARTS AND FEATURES

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. 6-9)

Liquid bleach

dispenser†

(p. 5)

Model and serial

number label

(under lid)

Basket

Tub

Load size

selector

(p. 6)

Liquid fabric

softener

dispenser†

(pp. 6 and 12)

Agitator

MAGIC CLEAN*

lint filter

(bottom of

washer basket)

(p. 10)

†On some models

Temperature selector

(rotary or CLEAN TOUCH*)

(p. 6)

Extra rinse selector†

(rotary or CLEAN TOUCH)

(p. 6)

Cycle signal selector†

(rotary or CLEAN TOUCH)

(p. 6)

USING YOUR WASHER

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

wWARNING wWARNING

1. Measure detergent and pour it into the washer.

•If desired, you may

also add powder or

liquid colour safe

bleach. If the water

temperature is low,

dilute the detergent in

warm water.

•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 main-

tain washer balance.

An off balance load

can make the washer

vibrate during spin.

•Mix large and small

items. Larger items

such as sheets should

be loaded last.

•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).

3. (OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid bleach

into the liquid bleach

dispenser. Bleach will be

diluted automatically

during the wash part of

the cycle.

•Never use more than

250 mL (1 cup) for a full

load. Use less with

a smaller load size.

•Follow the

manufacturer’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 bleach in this

dispenser.

continued on next page

Fire 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.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into an earthed plug socket outlet.

Do not remove earth pin.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can

result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

USING YOUR WASHER (CONT.)

4. (OPTIONAL STEP) Pour measured liquid fabric

softener into the

liquid fabric softener

dispenser.

•Do not spill or drip

any fabric softener on

the clothes.

•Make sure you use

only liquid fabric soft-

ener in this dispenser.

•If your model does

not have a liquid fabric

softener dispenser, see Step 12.

Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser

with warm water until

liquid reaches the

crossbar in the opening.

•Softener is added

automatically during

the rinse portion of

the cycle.

5. Close the washer lid.

6. Turn the Load Size selector to the correct setting

for your wash load and

the type of fabric being

washed.

•Choose a load size

that allows the load to

move freely for best

fabric care.

•Change the setting

after the washer has

started filling by turning

the selector to a

different setting. If your washer has a RESET

option, first move the selector to RESET, then

to the new water level.

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: 49°C (120°F) or above

– Whites and pastels

– Heavy and greasy soils

WARM: 32° to 44°C (90° to 110°F)

– Bright colours

– Moderate to light soils

COLD: 21° to 32°C (70° to 90°F)

– Colours that bleed or fade

– Light soils

8. (OPTIONAL STEP) Some models have an

Extra Rinse selector. For an additional rinse

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

Extra Rinse selector to ON.

9. (OPTIONAL STEP) Some models have a Cycle

Signal option. 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.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

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

the wash cycle you

want. See “Cycle

descriptions.”

•Reduce the wash

time when using a

small load size setting.

11. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start

the washer.

12. (OPTIONAL STEP) On models with no liquid

fabric softener dispenser, add measured liquid

fabric softener to the rinse water.

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

Cycle Control knob. Do not stop the washer during

water pump out. To restart the washer, close the lid

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

USING YOUR WASHER (CONT.)

SELECTING A CYCLE 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.

NOTE: When tested to AS2040-1990 for wash

performance, the Regular/Normal cycle was

selected with extra large load size, warm wash,

and cold rinse.

•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” to learn what happens during a wash cycle.

CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS

Cycles may vary with model

Regular Permanent

Press

Light

Super

Wash

Light

Delicate

Woollens

Normal

Hand

Washables

Pause

Rinse

Spin

Rinse

Spin

Extra Rinse

Extra

Rinse

Spin

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

Regular cycle

The Regular cycle features high speed agitation.

High spin speeds shorten drying time. Use 6 (Light)

or 12 (Normal) minutes of wash time for cleaning

sturdy cotton and linen fabrics that are moderately

or heavily soiled.

Super Wash – The Super Wash cycle

automatically prewashes the laundry and advances

into the Normal cycle. Use this cycle when washing

heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil

removal. Use two times the recommended amount

of detergent for this cycle.

Permanent Press

Use the Permanent Press cycle for cleaning

permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that

are lightly or moderately soiled.

1-speed models – The Permanent Press cycle

features a cool-down rinse to reduce wrinkling.

2-speed models – The Permanent Press cycle

starts with high agitation and then steps to low.

To reduce wrinkling, this cycle features a

cool-down rinse and a low speed final spin.

Delicate cycle

(on some models)

The Delicate cycle features a reduced agitation

speed for gentle soil removal. Low spins reduce

wrinkling. Use this 6-minute cycle for cleaning

delicate items and washable knits that are lightly

or moderately soiled.

Woollens cycle

(on some models)

The Woollens cycle features a reduced agitation

speed for gentle soil removal. Select warm wash

and warm rinse water when using this cycle. Use

this 4-minute cycle for washable woollens and

knits that are lightly soiled.

Hand Washables cycle

(on some models)

The Hand Washables cycle features a brief period

of low speed agitation and soak time (2 seconds

agitation, 28 seconds soak) which is repeated for

six minutes. Low spin speed reduces wrinkling.

Use this cycle for cleaning lightly soiled hand

washables.

Garments are labeled “Hand Wash” because:

•The fibre 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 directions for drying. Items that may shrink

should be dried flat. Block these items by gently

stretching to original measurements. Woollens

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.

Soak cycle

(on some models)

The Soak cycle features a brief period of agitation

and soak time to help remove heavy soils and

stains that need pretreatment. The soak period will

continue as long as you like. Thirty minutes or less

is recommended for most situations.

•Use warm water when soaking laundry. Hot

water can set stains.

•Use the amount of detergent or presoak additive

recommended by the manufacturer.

•When you have decided to end the Soak cycle,

turn the Cycle Control knob to Prewash or Spin.

•Next, add detergent and start a new wash cycle.

CYCLE DESCRIPTIONS (CONT.)

Prewash cycle

(on some models)

The Prewash 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.

•After the Prewash cycle ends, add detergent and

set a new wash cycle.

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 to any of the Rinse

settings. The washer fills to the selected load

size, agitates, drains, and spins.

NOTE: An Extra Rinse option is available on some

models. See “Using your washer.”

Drain and Spin feature

A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for

some heavy fabrics or special-care items by

removing excess water.

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

knob and turn it to any of the Spin settings. Then

pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer drains,

then spins.

MAGIC CLEAN*LINT FILTER

Your washer has a MAGIC CLEAN 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

UNDERSTANDING NORMAL WASHER SOUNDS

During drain

If water is drained quickly from your washer

(depending 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.

UNDERSTANDING WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE

When the Cycle Control knob is set to a number and

pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected load size)

before agitation and timing start. The washer begins

agitating immediately after filling; agitation occurs

with the washer lid up or down.

During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous

rollover action that

provides a thorough

cleaning of the wash

load.

After agitation starts, the Cycle Control knob turns

clockwise until it points to an Off area and the

cycle ends.

NOTES:

•The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle.

These pauses are normal for washer operation.

•On two-speed models, a Gentle Wash system

helps protect your fabrics by reducing wash

agitation speed during the last few minutes of

wash agitation in the Regular and Permanent

Press cycles.

Sequence of cycles

Fill

▼

Rinse

▼

Drain-No agitation

▼

Spin-Spray rinse

▼

Spin

▼

Off

Fill

▼

Wash selected time

▼

Drain†

No agitation

▼

Spin

▼

WASH RINSE

†The Permanent Press cycle partially drains, fills, agitates

briefly, and drains.

OPERATING YOUR WASHER

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