WHIRLPOOL RAP5244AL0
Owner's Manual

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Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as washer safe. If the washer interior needs cleaning, put 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hot water. After tinting or dyeing, put chlorine bleach and detergent in the washer. Run through a complete cycle using hot water to remove excess dye or tint. If staining occurs on following loads, repeat the process. Sharp or heavy objects can damage your washer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc. Do not lay these objects on your washer after emptying pockets.

NOTE: Operate your washer onfy when you are at home.

Care during
Follow these steps

periods

of non-use
2. Put 1 quart (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket. 3. Push in and turn the Cycle Control Knob clockwise to just beyond any dot on the dial. (See �Using Rinse and Spin� on page 9.) 4. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob and allow the washer to run about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. To use the washer agaln: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Reconnect water inlet hoses. 3. Turn on both water faucets. 4. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL) of detergent to clean out antifreeze.

1. Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power. 2. Turn off water supply leading to your washer. This will help avoid accidental flooding while you are away (for example, due to a water pressure surge).

Winterizing

your

washer

Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer is stored or moved during freezing weather, winterize it. 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect the drain water inlet hoses.

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Use warm or cold wash water for most loads. Use hot water only when washing heavy, greasy soils or whites. . Use cold rinses.
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Wash full loads. Use lower water levels when washing small loads.

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Avoid rewashing. Use enough detergent; pretreat stains or heavy soils; do not overload; use the cycles and wash times recommended for the fabric and soil; sort properly. Use your washer during off-peak hoursusually early morning and late evening. (Ask your power company.) 21