A Note to You Thank you for buying Roper appliances give you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-frw operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.
Washer Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tbn of the symbol. IMPORTANT SAFH-Y reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your washer, follow basic precautions including the following: Read all instructions before using your washer.
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 nex-t to some features. Refer to those pages for more infor- mation about the features.
Operating Your Washer To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Page references are included for more information. Starting Your Washer Add measured detergent to the washer. Then place a sorted load of clothes In the washer.
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Short cycle (model FiAB3132D only). Model RAE3 Y 32D Short cycle (on model RAB3132D only) The Short cycle features a brief wash cycle with cokl wash water for gentle soil removal. Use SHORT (6 minutes of wash time) to clean delicate items and washable knits that are lightly soiled.
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Using rinse and spin When using extre detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. Push in Cycle Control Knob and turn clockwii until indicator points to RINSE, as illustrated. Pull out Cycle Control Knob. The washer fills to selected toad size, agitates, drains, and spins.
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Adding liquid chlorine Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full bad. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow manufacturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling.
Caring for Your Washer Proper care of your washer can extend its lie. This section explains how to care for your washer properfy and safely. Cleaning your washer Exterior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.
Laundry Tips This section reviews proper laundering techniques and gives you additional washing information. Preparing clothes Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer in- tedor. Remove non-wash- able trim and ornaments.
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Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the largest load size setting. LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Permanent Clothes PIBSS 2 pair pants 1 double sheet 3 shirts 1 tablecloth 3 pair jeans 1 dress 1 coverall 1 blouse Knits...
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Water Guidelines Selecting water temperatures TEMPERATURE* SUGGESTED FABRICS Work clothes 130°F (84°C) Sturdy whites/colorfast or above pastels Diapers WARM DaMtoncobrfast go”-1 10°F Permanent press items (32”-44”C) Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woolens Knitsldelicate fabrics COLD Extra-sensitive colors 70”~90°F Noncobrfast items (21=32”C) Hand washables The washer features cold rinses for all wash temperatures.
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Washing special-care Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label dlrectlons when they are avallable. Below are general washing instruc- tions for some special washables. ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS Blankets Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time (electric or woolen) according to the type of blanket being washed.
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. Stain removal rules Use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry.
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TO REMOVE STAIN Llght stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Deodorants Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. and antl- persplrants Heavy staln: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammo- nia and all-fabric bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric.
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STAIN TO REMOVE Meat Juice, Scrape off excess with a dull knife. Soak in cold or warm water with enzyme presoak at least 30 minutes, or treat stains with a nonflammable fabric cleaner. Wash. Mildew Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. lf stain remains, soak in warm water and an all-fabric bleach for 15 to 30 minutes.
Troubleshooting Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for common laundry problems and the next page for wmmon washer problems. lf you need further assistance,~see page 19. Common laundry problems PROBLEM CAUSE Brown, yellow Chlorine staining ¶Itallls...
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Common washer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage? Have you blown a househokl fuse or tripped a circuit breaker’? Has a time-delay fuse been used? Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on? cl-, Are the water hoses kinked or clogged? Is the drain hose lower than the water level in the washer? It must be higher.
. . . 3. If you need replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for qualii parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Ropep appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work...
F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthoriied modifications made to the appliance. This Roper appliance is warranted by whirlpool Corporation. Under no circumstances shall it be liable under this warranty for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation of implied warranties, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.