Whirlpool MFW 9700S Washer User Manual


 
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The panel shown above may be different from that of your model.
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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
p
ersons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
o
perating this appliance.
T
he following is a guide to using your washer. Please refer to
s
pecific sections of this manual for more detailed information.
Do not store laundry additives on the top surface of this washer.
V
ibration is normal during operation.
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Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package for this type of
d
etergent will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” This wash
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ystem, along with less water, will create too much sudsing with a
r
egular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result
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n washer errors, longer cycle times and reduced rinsing
p
erformance. It may also result in component failures and
n
oticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce
t
he right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the
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anufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent
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o use.
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Before washing clothes for the first time, if not completed during
the final installation step, choose the Normal/Casual cycle and
run it without clothes. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use
/ the manufacturer?s recommended amount for a medium-size
load. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean before
washing clothes.
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Open the washer door by pulling on the handle. Sort laundry
according to color and type of fabric. Place a load of sorted
clothes in the washer. Do not overload washer. Overloading
can cause poor cleaning.
The washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed.
Washer door should close easily.
Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items.
Load evenly.
It is recommended that you wash small items such as
infant socks in a mesh garment bag.
When unloading garments, occasionally check under the
rubber rim at the front of the tub for small items.
Close the washer door by pushing it firmly until the lock
clicks. The washer door will remain locked during the wash
cycle.
After any wash cycle is completed, the door must be
opened and then closed before a new cycle can begin. The
door can be opened only if PAUSE/OFF is selected while the
ADD A GARMENT light is glowing or if the cycle has been
canceled. See ?To cancel a cycle.?
Open the dispenser drawer and add laundry additives to the
detergent, bleach, or fabric softener compartments. Close
drawer slowly to avoid spills. See ?Using the Dispenser.?
Turn on the washer by selecting CONTROL ON. Select one of
the cycles by turning the cycle selector. The indicator light for
the selected cycle will glow. When selecting a wash cycle, the
preset Options, Water Temp, Spin Speed, and Soil Level for
the selected cycle will glow. The display shows the estimated
time remaining. The preset settings provide the
recommended fabric care for the selected cycle. See
?C y c l e s . ?
Select the desired Options, such as Prewash, Auto Soak,
Extra Rinse and Rinse Hold. Not all options are available wit
h
all cycles. See ?Options.?
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