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UseAndCare ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER A Note To You UnckrstancSng w-safety El=- hg Your asher Laundry lips If You Need g!$eg Warranty 1400-44+ROPER cdlwwithquntionsorcom- MODEL RAM4132B...
A Note To You Thank you for buying a Roper@ 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 appliance properly and safely.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY when using your wesher, follow be& precautions, including the Read all instructions before using your washer. Do not machine wash or machine dry items deaned, washed, soaked in, or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, oil, or other flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
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Knowing Your Washer’s Features The parts and features of your washer are illustrated below. Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer. Load siu selector conuImu~tancs Contu numbu 1 WOPER (i-eocM47-6737) Mo&lmdsulal numbu pkta (undu lid) hi@-r sadwt...
Operating In This Section Baton l ..brting your washer Starting or stopping your washer ..5 Selecting a load size ..5 Selecting a wash temperature ..6 Operating your washer properly assures maximum washing eff icier-q. This section gives you important information to help you to select a cycle, time, and temperature for your wash load.
Selecting a wash temperature Your washer selects a wash water temperature and time when you select a wash cyde (see ‘Selecting a cycle and time” on page 7). Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed. All rinses are cold.
Selecting a cycle 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. Heavy soil cycle The Heavy Soil cycle features hot water for heavy soils and longer spins to shorten drying time.
Using rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn clock- wise to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated.
Using the chlorine Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow manufactureA directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling.
Laundry Tips In This Section Before you wnh ... 10 Removing ohins ... 11 water umgs guide ... 14 lhlng laundy aids ..“..15 Wnhiig spsoial-osra items ... 15 This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and discusses solutions to common laundering problems.
Loading suggestions For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size Selector to the Large setting. FULL-SIZE LOADS Mlxed Load Heavy Work Clothes 1 pair pants 1 double sheet 2 shirts 2 pillowcases 2 pair jeans 8 T-shirts 1 coverall 6 pair shorts oellcates 2 shirts...
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Stain removal auide STAIN TO REMOVE Akoholk These stains turn brown with age, so treat immediately. Sponge or soak fresh beverage 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 presoak for 30 minutes or longer.
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STAlN TO REMOVE Iron or rurt Colored or noncolorfast to dry. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary. White or colorfast hem. Some rust removers are not washer safe. Follow package directions. Ketchup or Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash tonlato soil and stain remover.
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Water usage guide Water temperature WASH RINSE USE FOR COLD Heavy soils 130°F (54%) Work clothes or above Sturdy whites and colorfast pastels Diapers COLD Light and moderate soils WARM go’-1 10°F Dark or noncolorfast (32’~44%) colors Moderately soiled perma- nent press Nylons, polyesters, acrylics, silks, woolens...
Using laundry aids Follow package instructions when using laundry aids. (See “Removing Stains” on pages 1 l-1 3 for more information.) Fire or Expbslon Hszsrd Store flammable solvents or liquids away from your washer. Dry-cleaning solvents or fluids should not be put directly into your washer.
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Washing special-care Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow label directions when they are available. General washing instructions for some special washables are included in this section. Blanks&s, electric Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and time and woolen according to the type of blanket being washed.
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Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles FIberglass msterials could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. 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).
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Solving laundering 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. CAUSE PROBLEM Brown, yellow...
Caring for your washer 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 (for example, after tinting or dyeing), put 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent in the washer.
If You Need Assistance Or Service 1. Before calling for assistance Is your water turned on? •!! - Is the power cord plugged in? •!l - Have you blown a fuse or tripped the circuit breaker’? If you need more help, check the chart below. PROBLEM Washer will not fill Are both hot and cold water faucets open?
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2. If you need assistance* Call our toll-froa tdephono number. Dial toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.: 1-80044?0PER (l-80&447-6737) 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 service company in your area.
F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized 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 and all implied warranties are limited to the same time period stated in the express warranties for Roper Brand Appliances.