Whirlpool 3953962 - Manual (Page 7)

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5. 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. See "Loading".
■ You may change the load size selection after the washer
has started filling by turning the selector to a different
setting.
6. Set the 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.
NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 70ºF
(21ºC), detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult
to remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have
increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the
surface of garments).
7. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the
wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a
small load size setting. See “Selecting a Cycle and Time.”
Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washer.
To stop or restart your washer
■ 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.
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.
■ The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These
pauses are normal. Refer to “Normal Washer Sounds” to
learn more about the sounds you may hear during a wash
cycle.
■ Refer to “Understanding Washer Cycles” to learn what
happens during a wash cycle.
NOTE: This manual covers several different models. The washer
you purchased may vary from the model shown and will not have
all of the cycles described.
Cycle Control knob
Normal cycle
This cycle features high-speed agitation and longer spin speeds
to shorten drying time. Use this cycle for cleaning cotton and
linen fabrics. Select up to 14 minutes of wash time, depending on
whether your load is heavily, moderately, or lightly soiled.
Ex-Heavy - Select this 18-minute cycle to wash heavily soiled
loads that need maximum soil removal. Use two times the
recommended amount of detergent for this cycle.
Permanent Press cycle
This cycle features a cool-down rinse to help reduce wrinkling.
Select up to 10 minutes of wash time for cleaning permanent
press and some synthetic fabrics that are lightly to moderately
soiled.
Gentle/Delicates
This cycle features low agitation speed for gentle soil removal.
Low spin speeds help reduce wrinkling. Use this 6-minute cycle
for cleaning lightly to moderately soiled delicate items and
washable knits.
Gentle cycle
This cycle features a brief series of agitations and soaks, followed
by a short spin. Select up to 6 minutes of wash time to gently
clean special-care items that are lightly to moderately soiled.
Pre-Wash cycle
This cycle features a brief period of agitation to help remove
heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. Use the amount of
detergent or presoak additive recommended by the
manufacturer. After the Pre-Wash cycle ends, add detergent and
set a new wash cycle.
Rinse and Spin
When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing
special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is
needed.
1. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to any of
the Rinse settings.
2. Pull out the Cycle Control knob. The washer fills to the
selected load size, agitates, drains, and spins.
Water Temp Use For
Hot
111°F (44°C)
or above Whites and pastels
Heavy and greasy soils
Warm
90°-110°F
(32°-43°C) Bright colors
Moderate to light soils
Cold
70°-90°F
(21°-32°C) Colors that bleed or fade
Light soils