Whirlpool CATALYST - Manual (Page 5)

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WASHER USE
Understanding Washer Cycles
When a cycle is selected, the washer lid is closed, and Start is
pushed, the washer fills (to the selected load size) before
agitation and timing start. The washer begins agitating
immediately after filling. If CATALYST
® cleaning action is selected,
the washer spins and sprays detergent solution for a brief period
before filling with water.
During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous rollover action
that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash load.
NOTES:
■ The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These
pauses are normal for washer operation.
■ Follow the progress of your wash cycle with the Washing
Status indicator lights.
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For these suggested full-sized loads, set the LOAD SIZE selector
to the highest setting.
Normal Sounds
Your new washer may make sounds your old one didn’t. Because
the sounds might be unfamiliar, you may be concerned about
them. These sounds are normal.
During washing
When you select a small load size setting, your washer has a
lower water level. This can cause a clicking sound from the upper
part of the agitator.
If you select CATALYST ® cleaning action, you will hear a spin/
spray noise at the start of the cycle.
During drain
If water is drained quickly from your washer (depending on your
installation), you may hear air being pulled through the pump
during the end of draining.
After drain and before spin
When the cycle changes from draining to spinning, you may hear
gears engaging.
When selecting a cycle or an option
A tone sounds whenever a selection is made. The sound level of
the tones is not adjustable.
■ A single tone sounds whenever a selection is accepted.
■ Three short tones sound if an unavailable selection is made.
WASH RINSE
1. Spin-Spray
(detergent
mixture) †
1. Fill
2. Fill 2. Rinse
3. Wash
selected
time 3. Drain
No agitation
4. Drain
No agitation* 4. Spin-Spray
rinse
5. Spin 5. Spin
† When the CATALYST option is
selected, the washer spins and
sprays a detergent solution for a
brief period prior to filling.
6. Off
* The Permanent Press/Casual
cycle partially drains, fills,
agitates briefly, and drains.
SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS
Heavy Work Clothes
3 pair pants
3 shirts
4 pair jeans
1 coverall
1 overall
Delicates
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4 slips
6 undergarments
2 sets of sleepwear
1 child’s outfit
Towels
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
1 bath mat
Mixed Load
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs