Whirlpool LBR2132B manual

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    UseAndCare c) // f?!w 0 / A Note To You Knowing Your Washer’s Features Operating Your Washer Laundry Tips If You Need ~~ssi$d~ce Or Warranty 24 Lq 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions or corm I merits. 2 3 4 5 10 20 ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER MODELS LBR2132B LBR4132B[...]

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    - -. A Note ToYou Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your a[...]

  • Page 3

    .- IMPOKANT SAFt INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the l Read all instructions before using your washer. l Do not machine wash or machine dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or other flammable fluids.[...]

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    Knowing Your Washer’s Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all park and features before using your washer. Load size se’ector Agitator y Cycle control knob and temperature selector Consumer Assistance Center number 1-800-253-1301) . . . . 46 I Model and serial L number plate (under lid) [...]

  • Page 5

    Operating Your Washer In This Section Page Before starting your washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Starting or stopping your washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Selecting a load size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Selecting a wash temperature . .[...]

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    Load size tips l Items should move freely during the wash. Do not overload the machine or select a load size that is too small for the wash load. l Use the Large load size setting for best results with permanent press ClOth66. l Reduce wash time when using the Small load size setting. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time. Selecting[...]

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    Selecting a cycle and time Use the following information to guide you when selecting a wash cycle and time. When you select a wash cycle, your washer selects the wash water temperature. If you want a different temperature, see “Selecting a wash temperature” on page 6. LBR4132B This model has the following cycles. Heavy cycle The Heavy cycle fea[...]

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    LBR2132B This model has the following cycles. Heavy cycle The Heavy cycle features hot water for heavy soils and longer spins to shorten drying time. l Use 14 minutes of wash time to clean sturdily constructed fabrics and heavily soiled loads. Regular cycle The Regular cycle features cold wash water for special fabrics, and longer spins to shorten [...]

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    What happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills to the selected water level with the selected water temperature 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 knob [...]

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    Laundry Tips In This Section Paw P%P Before you wash ............................................... 10 Solving laundering problems ...................... .16 Removing stains ............................................... 11 Caring for your washer.. ................................ 19 Water usego guide ............................................ [...]

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    -. _..--- --=~--.-- .-.. -.---.----, --- ..- --.~- .--- -.-- --... =. LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes 2 pair pants 3 shirts 3 pair jeans 1 coverall Knits 2 slacks 2 blouses 4 shirts 4 tops 2 dresses Loading suggestions For these suaaested full-sized loads. use the Larae load size settina. Permanent Press 1 double sheet 1 tablecloth 1 dres[...]

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    Stain removal guide STAlN TO REMOVE Alcoholic beverage These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh stains with cold water. Wash. If stain remains, soak 15 minutes in a solution of lukewarm water, liquid detergent and a few drops of white vinegar. Rinse. Wash. Blood Rinse immediately or soak in cold water with enzyme[...]

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    STAIN TO REMOVE Iron or rust Colored or nonoolorlast Items: Apply lemon juice and salt. Place in the sun to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White or colorfast items: Try a rust remover. Test first on inside seam or hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Ketchup or Sponge immediately with a nonflammable f[...]

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    Water usage guide Water temperature WASH HOT 13O"F(54%) or above WARM 90"-110°F (32"-44°C) RINSE USE FOR COLD l Heavy soils l Work clothes l Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels l Diapers COLD l Light and moderate soils l Dark or noncolorlast colors l Moderately soiled perma- nent press l Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens[...]

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    Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on pages 1 l-1 3 for more information.) Fire or Explosion Hazard l Store flammable solvents or liquids away from your washer. l Dry-cleaning solvents or fluids should not be put directly into your washer. l items treated with solvents should be rinsed[...]

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    Washing special-care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow cam label dlrectlons when they are avallable. General washing instructions for some special washables are included in this section. Blankets Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time according to th[...]

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    Knits Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However, this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and damaged when washed (especially bulky knits). Knits made of synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic tend to keep their original shape more than a knit made of cotton or ramie. 1. Close zippers, fasten hooks an[...]

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    Solving laundering problems Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check the following list for problems you may have and possible causes. If you need additional help, check the ‘If You Need Assistance Or Service” section of this book. PROBLEM Brown, yellow stains CAUSE l Chlorine staining l Iron in water heater[...]

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    Caring for your washer l Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. l Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe. l If the washer interior needs cleaning (for example, after tinting or dyeing), put 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent in the w[...]

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    If You Need Assistance Or Service 1. Before calling for assistance . . . Is your water turned on? RI!! - Is the power cord plugged in? •EI - Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker? If you ne . PROBLEM Washer will not flll Washer does not spln Washer stops during a cycle Washer fllls and drains wlthout running Washer drains durlng wa[...]

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    2. If you need assistance* . . . Call Whlrlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dlal toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.: I -800-253-l 301 and talk with one of our trained consultants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appli- ance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified servi[...]

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    WHIRLPOOL@ Automatic Washer Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSPQ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in WARRANlY materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an From Date of Purchase authorized Whirlpool service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase asse[...]