Whirlpool Thin Twin Automatic Washer Dryer User Guide

Whirlpool Thin Twin Automatic Washer Dryer

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.

Operating Your Washer

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 Consumer 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 information 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 necessary) 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 on 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 soil 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 the 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 understand 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 light to moderately soiled.

Permanent Press cycle
The Permanent Press cycle features a Gentle Wash system, a cool-down rinse, and low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

• Use 10 minutes of wash time to clean the permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are moderately soiled.
• Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean the 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 light 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 pretreatment.

• 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 the manufacturer.
• After the Soak cycle ends, add detergent and set a new wash 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.

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.

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 will begin agitating immediately after filling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down. After agitation starts, the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.

The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal for washer operation.

NOTE: 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.

MAGIC CLEAN lint filter

The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself. During agitation, wash and rinse water passes over the filter, separating the lint from the water. The lint is then spun away from the filter and 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.

Before starting your dryer

Wipe the dryer drum with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing and shipping.

Starting your dryer

1. Load clothes into the dryer and close the door.
2. Tum the Cycle Control Knob either way to the desired setting.
3. Push the Start Button.
   NOTE: Your dryer stops automatically when a cycle ends.

Stopping your dryer

You can stop your dryer any time during a cycle. Open the dryer door or turn the Cycle Control Knob to OFF.

NOTE: The Cycle Control Knob should point to an OFF area when the dryer is not in use. If you want to stop the dryer before the cycle is finished, turn the Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area.

Restarting your dryer

1. Close the door.
2. Select a new cycle and temperature (if necessary).
3. Push the Start Button.

Understanding your cycles

See the chart below for descriptions of the cycles that are on your dryer. See page 15 for help in selecting the right cycle.

NOTES:

• Use the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting (+) to dry most loads.
• Shaded areas in the illustrations show cycle locations.
• The last few minutes of all cycles are without heat to make the load easier to handle.
• To help reduce wrinkling, remove the load from the dryer as soon as tumbling stops. This is especially important for permanent presses, knits, and synthetic fabrics.

Automatic cycle

Use an automatic cycle to dry most loads.

• The automatic cycle shuts off when your load reaches the selected dryness.
• The Cycle Control Knob will not move until the load is almost dry. After the cooldown, the Cycle Control Knob automatically moves to an OFF area, and tumbling stops.

Dry most loads using the Energy Preferred Automatic Setting (.).

• If the load is drier than you like, select a setting closer to LESS DRY the next time you dry a similar load.
• If the load is not as dry as you like, complete drying using a Timed cycle. Select a setting closer to VERY DRY the next time you dry a similar load.
  NOTE: Your dryer has high heat and low heat automatic cycles. Select the cycle to match your load.
  Timed cycle(s). Use your Timed cycle to complete drying if some items are damp after automatic drying. This cycle is also useful for small loads or large bulky items.
• For a damp dry, turn the Cycle Control Knob to 30 minutes or less.

Fluff Air cycle (no heat)
The Air cycle is unheated. Use this cycle to fluff or air-dry bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam pillows, sneakers, etc. See Warning on page 15.

Using the Damp Dry Cycle

Use this cycle to dry items to a damp level or to dry damp items that do not require an entire drying cycle. Two examples are heavy cotton, such as jeans, which you do not want to become stiff, or cotton
clothes which are easier to press when damp.

Using the TUMBLE PRESS cycle
The TUMBLE PRESS cycle removes wrinkles from clothes that have been packed in a suitcase, or from items not removed from the dryer at the end of a cycle. Put only a few items in your dryer for best results when using this cycle. As soon as the dryer stops, fold or put the items on hangers.

Selecting the right cycle and setting

Use the chart below to guide you when making drying selections.

• Use a Timed cycle to complete drying if some items are damp after automatic drying.
• Do not overdry. Over-drying can cause shrinkage, static cling, and damage to some fabrics.

Laundry Tips

Before you wash or dry

Before using your washer/dryer, see pages 3-5 for Important Safety Information.

• Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior or the dryer drum. Remove unwashable trim and ornaments or heat-sensitive trim that can be damaged by drying.
• Stained or wet garments should be washed promptly for best results.
• Check garments to make sure all spots and stains were removed during the wash. See pages 22-24 for pretreatment and stain removal information. If stains were not removed, do not tumble dry. Heat may permanently set the stain. Soiled items can also leave stains on the dryer drum. These stains can be picked up by other items in the load.
• Turn down cuffs and brush away lint and dirt.
• Turn synthetics inside out to avoid pilling.
• Mend tears, loose hems, and seams.
• Sharp or metal objects can damage your washer. Check pockets for pins, clips, money, bolts, nuts, etc.turn pockets inside out. Do not lay these objects on your washer after emptying the pockets.
• Turn lint takers and dark items inside out to help prevent lint pickup.
• Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle.
• Place small items such as baby socks or hankies in a mesh bag for easier removal.
•  Articles to be ironed should be removed from the dryer while still damp.

Washer loading suggestions

For these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest water level setting.

Removing stains

Stained, heavily soiled, or greasy items may need to be prewashed or soaked for best results. Soaking helps remove protein-type stains like blood, milk, or grass. Prewashing helps loosen soil before washing.
Prewashing or soaking Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.

Stain removal rules

• Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh. Old or set stains may not come out. Follow package directions for pretreatment products.
• Before treating any stain, find out . . .
  • What kind of stain it is.
  • What kind of fabric it is and if it is colorfast? (Check label.)
  • How old the stain is.(Washing and drying can set some stains).
• Start with cold or warm water. Hot water
• When bleach is recommended, use a bleach that is safe for the fabric. Dilute chlorine bleach.
• Test stain removers on an inside seam or hidden comer of the item to see if the color is removed.
• Put the stained area face down on a paper towel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover to the back of the stain. This can force the stain off the fabric instead of through it.
• Meat tenderizer or enzyme presoaks help break down some protein stains so they are easier to remove.

Stain removal guide

Water- usage guide

Water temperature

To check your hot water temperature  with a candy or cooking thermometer:

1. Fill a pan with the hottest water available from the faucet that will fill your washer.
2. Place a candy or cooking thermometer in water to check the temperature. If you do not have a faucet at your wash site, collect water from the faucet closest to your washer.
   NOTE: In wash-water temperatures colder than 70°F (21°C):
   • Detergents do not dissolve well.
   • Soils are difficult to remove.
   • Some fabrics will retain wear wrinkles and may have increased pilling.

Drying special-care items

Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow label directions when they are available. General drying instructions for some special washables are included in this section.

If You Need Assistance or Service

WHIRLPOOL THIN TWIN” Washer/Dryer Warranty, U.S.A.

• WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
• Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange. If you need service, first see the “If You Need Assistance or Service” section of this book. After checking ‘If You Need Assistance or Service,” additional help can be found by calling our toll-free Consumer Assistance Center, 1-800-253-l 301, from anywhere in the U.S.A.

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