Whirlpool RAM5243A User Manual

Home AppliancesUse And CareA Note To YouUnderstanding Washer Safety 3Knowing Your Washer's Features 4Operating Your Washer 5Other Features 9La

OTHER FEATURESManual clean lint filterClean lint filter after every load.1. To remove, grasp the top of the agitator with both hands. Pull upward to

LAUNDRY TIPSLaundry TipsIn This SectionBefore you wash _ _______...__...PageSolving laundering problems_Page ______19Removing staina__________________

LAUNDRY TIPSLoading suggestionsFor these suggested full-sized loads, use the highest load size setting.REGULAR CAPACITY WASHERSHeavy Work Clothes Mixe

LAUNDRY TIPSStain removal guideSTAINTO REMOVEAlcoholicbeverageThese stains turn brown with age, so treat immediateiy. Sponge or soak fresh stains with

LAUNDRY TIPSSTAINTO REMOVEIron or rustColored or noncolorfast Items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if

LAUNDRY TIPSWater usage guideWater temperatureWASHRINSEUSE FORCOMMENTSHOT130°F (54*C) or aboveCOLD• Heavy soils• Work clothes• Sturdy whites and col

LAUNDRY TIPSUsing laundry aidsFollow package Instructions when using laundry aids. (See ‘Removing stains” on pages 12-14, for more information.)Chlori

LAUNDRY TIPSWashing special-care itemsMost garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow la

LAUNDRY TIPSFiberglassmaterialsDo not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation

LAUNDRY TIPSSolving laundering profailemsMost laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the foliowing list for problems

A NOTE TO YOUA Note To YouThank you for buying a Roper* appliance.You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering exper

LAUNDRY TIPSCaring for your washer• Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur.• Remove hard water

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICEIf You Need Assistance Or Service1. Before calling for assistance ...Is your water turned on?Is the power cord plugg

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE2. If you need assistance* ...Call our toll-free number. Dial toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.:1-800-44-R

ROPER’Automatic Washer WarrantyLENGTH OF WARRANTYWHAT WE WILL PAY FORFULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY(from date of purchase)FSP* replacement parts and repai

UNDERSTANDING WASHER SAFETYIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSAWARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or Injury to persons when using your wash

KNOWING YOUR WASHER’S FEATURESKnowing Your Washer's FeaturesThe parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all

OPERATING YOUR WASHEROperating Vbur WasherIn This SectionPagePageBefore starting your washer_______ .5Selecting a cycle and time___________6Starting o

OPERATING YOUR WASHERLoad size tips• Items should move freely in the washer. Do not overload the machine or select a load size that is too small for

OPERATING YOUR WASHERRegular cycleThe Regular cycle features high agitation andspin speeds.• Use HEAVY SOIL, 14 minutes of wash time, to clean s

OPERATING YOUR WASHERWhat happens in each cycleWhen the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected load s

OTHER FEATURESOther FeaturesIn This SectionPagePageUsing the fabric softener dispenser_____Using the chlorine bleach dispenser_______________9 Manual