Whirlpool RAM5243A - Manual (Page 9)

O T H E R F E A T U R E S
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Using the fabric softener dispenser_____
Using the chlorine bleach dispenser____________
___ 9 Manual clean lint filter-------
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Your washer may have some of the following features. Understanding the use of the features on
your machine wili heip you efficiently use your washer.
Using the fabric softener dispenser
1. Add detergent and load the basket.
2. Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser
using the amount recommended on the
package. Avoid dripping or spilling any
fabric softener on the ioad.
3. Dilute fabric softener with warm water. Fill
dispenser with warm water until liquid
reaches the opening.
4. Start the washer. Diluted fabric softener will
be added to the load during the final rinse.
NOTE: Do not stop the washer before the
rinse part of the cycle begins. Staining can
occur.
5. Flush dispenser periodically with warm
water. To remove, see “Manual clean lint
filter,” page 10.
NOTE: Do not wash clothes with dispenser
removed. Do not add detergent or all-fabric
bleach to dispenser. The dispenser can clog.
Using the chlorine bleach dispenser
Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not
guess. For this washer, never use more than
’/2
cup (125 mL) for a full load. Use less with
lower water level settings. Follow manu­
facturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup
with a pouring spout to avoid spilling.
1. Load the washer.
2. Pour measured chlorine bleach carefully into
dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip or
run down into washer basket. Undiluted
bleach will damage any fabric it touches.
3. Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted
automatically during wash part of cycle.
NOTE: Do not add powdered chlorine or all­
fabric bleach to the dispenser. The dispenser
can clog.