Whirlpool Washer 8527278B User Manual

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Owners  
How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system  
Manual  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
A NOTE TO YOU ................................................................3  
CLOTHES VITALIZER SAFETY..........................................4  
Electrical Requirements................................................6  
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CLOTHES VITALIZER..........7  
START-UP OVERVIEW ......................................................9  
FABRICS NOT RECOMMENDED ....................................10  
ACCESSORIES ................................................................11  
Hanging Accessories ..................................................11  
Tensioning Accessories ..............................................12  
Optional Accessories..................................................13  
Optional Accessory Kits..............................................14  
LOADING ..........................................................................15  
Suit Coat & Jacket......................................................16  
Pants & Slacks ..........................................................17  
Shirts – Button Up ......................................................18  
Polo Shirts & Knits – Non-button Up ........................19  
Blouses – Non-button Up ..........................................20  
Skirts ..........................................................................21  
Dresses or Long Skirts ..............................................22  
Sweaters ....................................................................23  
Shorts ........................................................................24  
FORMULA ........................................................................25  
CYCLE SELECTION..........................................................27  
MAINTENANCE ................................................................29  
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS................................30  
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................32  
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................................34  
WARRANTY ......................................................................35  
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A NOTE TO YOU  
Your Clothes Are Ready When You Are!  
Your WHIRLPOOL® PERSONAL VALET® clothes vitalizing system is a breakthrough in home fabric care that gets your clothes  
ready-to-wear in about 30 minutes (RegularCare cycle). The clothes vitalizer uses a two-stage process (except for the  
GENTLEDRY™ cycle. See “Cycle Selection.”) that leaves your clothes looking neat and smelling fresh. During the first stage, the  
clothes vitalizer, through a patented process, creates a mist of heat-activated formula that is circulated within the clothes vitalizer,  
penetrating clothing fibers. The second stage of the cycle is the drying stage. The heating element activates the formula and, in  
conjunction with the tensioning accessories, works to remove wrinkles and clean odors.  
The clothes vitalizer is safe for virtually all your clothes.* Your clothes vitalizer will not only change how you care for your clothes, it  
will change your daily routine. In order to maximize your satisfaction, it is important to know what the clothes vitalizer DOES and  
DOES NOT do.  
IT DOES:  
IT DOES NOT:  
• Remove wrinkles  
• Clean odors  
• Remove visible stains  
• Give a pressed look  
• Dry clean  
• Reduce ironing  
• Reduce trips to the dry cleaners  
• Finish clothes  
Before reading through this Owner’s Manual, we recommend that you watch the Use and Care Video if you have not already done  
so. The video can be found inside the box that contains the accessories. The video gives many visual instructions on how to use  
the accessories, which will help during your first several loads. Some of the material presented in this manual may be easier to  
understand after watching the video.  
Your clothes vitalizer is designed to be versatile. You will find it is a fast and easy way to care for your clothes. This Owner’s  
Manual gives step-by-step instructions for achieving the BEST performance. The Body Shaper and Sleeve Shapers (see page 12)  
may not be required for every article of clothing, especially on less wrinkled suit coats, blouses and skirts. When you load clothes, it  
is important to remember two key things:  
SPACING  
TENSIONING  
This is required to remove wrinkles. Some clothes will require  
fewer tensioning accessories (Body and Sleeve Shapers) while  
others will require all of the recommended accessories.  
Having space around the clothes is directly related to  
performance. Two articles of clothing will do better than  
three since there is more space for the mist to circulate.  
*For fabrics not recommended for use in the clothes vitalizer, see “Fabrics Not Recommended” section.  
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CLOTHES VITALIZER SAFETY  
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.  
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and  
obey all safety messages.  
This is the safety alert symbol.  
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.  
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or  
“WARNING.” These words mean:  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't  
immediately follow instructions.  
wDANGER  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't  
follow instructions.  
wWARNING  
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury,  
and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.  
WARNING  
Tip Over Hazard  
Do not use clothes vitalizer until completely installed.  
Install lag bolts securely into wall studs.  
Use two or more people to move and install clothes vitalizer.  
Reapply tape or strap to secure doors before moving clothes vitalizer.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury.  
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CLOTHES VITALIZER SAFETY (cont.)  
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CLOTHES VITALIZER SAFETY (cont.)  
Electrical Requirements  
WARNING  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
Do not use an extension cord.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.  
120-volt, 60-Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-ampere fused electrical supply is required. (Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended.) It is  
recommended that a separate circuit serving only the clothes vitalizer be provided.  
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Sart-up  
How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system  
Start-up  
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CLOTHES VITALIZER  
1. Exterior vent  
2. Staging hooks  
3. Hanger bar  
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4. Collection basin cover  
5. Interior vent  
6. Formula container  
7. Draping bar indentations  
8. Model/Serial Number label  
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Accessories Included:  
2 Clothes Hangers  
2 Pant Hangers  
1 Draping Bar  
8 Heavy Clips  
4 Light Clips  
1 Mini Clip  
1 Body Shaper  
1 Pair Sleeve Shapers  
2 Formula Containers  
2 Hanger Extenders*  
2 Compact Hangers*  
1 Additional Draping Bar*  
4 Closet Adapters*  
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Found only in models:  
PVBN600LW  
PVBN600LT  
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PVBM600LY  
PVBC600LY  
PVBS600LY  
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CLOTHES VITALIZER (cont.)  
Control Panel  
Dry only cycle  
Cycle Selections  
Lights indicate which  
stage the cycle is in  
Time Remaining lights show  
the time left in the cycle  
Starts or cancels  
a cycle  
Selects audible  
signal  
Formula Container  
Nozzle Pack  
Nozzle  
Plastic Tube  
Filter  
(Change annually)  
Formula Label  
(Apply before first cycle. See  
Formula section.)  
See Maintenance section for  
clearing clogs in nozzles and  
changing filters.  
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START-UP OVERVIEW  
Before using your clothes vitalizer, remove all packaging materials. Read the entire Owners Manual and watch the Use and Care  
video located in the accessory box inside the clothes vitalizer. You will find important safety information and operating instructions.  
WARNING  
Explosion Hazard  
Use approved formula only.  
Do not use any flammable liquids.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or explosion.  
Follow these 6 easy steps to look your best.  
Press  
START/CANCEL.  
4. Add tensioning  
accessories.  
5. Select formula and  
check level.  
6. Select  
cycle.  
1. Select clothes. 2. Determine  
fabric type.  
3. How wrinkled  
is clothing?  
AND  
Use the care  
labels on  
clothes to  
determine the  
fabric.  
Are the wrinkles  
in the clothing  
from re-wear or  
laundry?  
Fabric and  
wrinkles dictate clothes out of  
cycle selection the dryer are  
Wrinkles from  
Use approved  
formulas only.  
NOTE: Press BUZZER button to  
turn on End of Cycle signal.  
in step 6.  
usually more  
difficult to  
remove.  
NOTE: See  
next page for  
fabrics not  
Use the pictures in this  
manual or on the door of the  
clothes vitalizer as a guide to  
identify and use the required  
accessories.  
recommended.  
Look for above  
symbol on formula  
bottle.  
NOTE: Do not open doors during the misting process.  
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START-UP OVERVIEW (cont.)  
Stopping Your Clothes Vitalizer  
During the drying stage of the cycle:  
During the misting stage of the cycle:  
1. Open the door. This will interrupt the cycle in progress.  
2. Close the door. Press START/CANCEL to continue the cycle.  
OR  
1. Press the START/CANCEL button to cancel the cycle.  
NOTE: Do not open the doors while the misting portion of the  
cycle is in progress. This reduces performance by allowing the  
heat-activated mist to escape from within the clothes vitalizer.  
Wait 1 minute before opening doors.  
1. Press the START/CANCEL button to cancel the cycle.  
FABRICS NOT RECOMMENDED  
Certain fabrics and items should never be placed inside the clothes vitalizer. Below is a list of the fabrics and items that we do not recommend for use in  
the clothes vitalizer. This list will be updated periodically, so be sure to check our website at www.personalvalet.com for updated information on items  
that are NOT recommended for use in the PERSONAL VALET® clothes vitalizer.  
Fabrics  
Items  
Other  
These fabrics are not recommended as the  
formula cannot penetrate the fabric, and  
therefore, will leave a powdery residue.  
These items may be damaged or stained if  
placed inside the clothes vitalizer or if allowed  
to touch the interior cabinet walls.  
These items will be damaged by the system.  
• Non-colorfast items  
• Large pillows that will touch the interior walls.  
• Fur  
• Bulky comforters or blankets that will touch  
the interior walls.  
• Faux fur  
• Fleece  
• Plastic  
• Nylon  
• Velour  
• Shoes (Leather, plastic, or nylon).  
• Belts  
• Purses  
• Drapes that will touch the interior walls.  
• Velvet  
• Pleather (artificial leather)  
• Feathers  
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ACCESSORIES  
Hanging Accessories - What they are and how they are used  
NAME  
USED WITH  
WHAT IT DOES  
HOW TO USE  
VISUAL  
Logo faces front  
Clothes Hanger Shirts, blouses,  
with Grips  
Hangs clothes  
and provides  
proper support in  
Shirts/blouses that button are draped over the Clothes  
Hanger and then buttoned. For non-buttoned shirts (polo  
shirts and blouses), the clothes hanger is inserted into the  
coats, jackets  
and dresses.  
the shoulder area. shirt from the bottom.  
Grips  
Grips  
Grips  
Skirts and shorts  
are inserted up  
into the Grips.  
Used to hang  
skirts and shorts.  
Shorts are hung  
by the legs.  
With the clothes hanger on the front notch of the hanger  
bar, adjust the width of the Grips to 1 / in. less than the  
width of the waistband or the legs of a pair of shorts. With  
both hands, slide the clothing up into the Grips, making  
sure the top of the clothing is all the way up. Do not  
squeeze these Grips to open. To remove clothing, pull  
handles on Grips toward you.  
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Slide up  
Grips  
Hangs pants to  
expose both the  
inside and outside  
seam to the  
Pant Hanger  
Pants and  
Slacks  
Hold pants at cuffs seam-to-seam and slide between the  
armsof the hanger. Drape one leg of the pants over  
one of the arms and the other leg over the other arm of  
the hanger. The pant leg should hang down about 12 to  
18 in.  
formula.  
Prevents long  
dresses from  
touching the  
bottom of the  
cabinet.  
Draping Bar  
Long dresses,  
skirts, sweaters  
and other  
Place one end of the Draping Bar into the holes on the right  
side of the interior wall. Slide the other end into the opposite  
channel on the left side. Place the dress on the hanger and  
drape the dress over the Draping Bar. Adjust the bottom of the  
dress so that it does not touch the bottom of the cabinet.  
household items.  
For sweaters, hang the sweater over the bar with the arms  
supported by the Draping Bar.  
Two Draping Bars at the same level make a platform for small  
pillows, blankets and other household items. Make sure items  
do not touch the cabinet sides. The second Draping Bar is part  
of an accessory kit that is sold separately (page 14).  
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ACCESSORIES (cont.)  
Tensioning Accessories  
NAME  
USED WITH  
WHAT IT DOES  
HOW TO USE  
VISUAL  
Heavy Clip:  
Cotton,  
heavyweight  
wool, linen and  
polyester.  
Squeeze the handles of the clip to open and insert the  
clothing between the pads.  
Weight Clips  
Heavy Clip (gray)  
Provides vertical  
tension to virtually  
all types of  
clothes to remove  
wrinkles.  
Be sure not to add wrinkles when placing the clothing into  
the clip.  
Light Clip (white)  
Light Clip:  
Make sure weights touch for the best results on button-  
down shirts, blouses and skirts.  
Do not use on  
Silk, rayon, knits,  
lightweight wool  
and delicate  
fabrics.  
cashmere, lace or  
other fine fabrics  
that will stretch.  
When placing weights over seams on pants and skirts, be  
sure to align the depression in the middle of the pad with  
the seam.  
Mini Clip (small white)  
Mini Clip:  
Column of  
buttons on front  
of shirts.  
Mini Clip  
Removes  
wrinkles by  
providing  
horizontal tension  
to the body of  
shirts, blouses  
and  
Holding from outside of the shirt, place the spring-loaded  
end of the shaper against the left side seam of the shirt.  
With your right hand outside the shirt, place the right side  
seam against the end of the shaper. Make sure both ends  
are against the side seams in order to prevent the shaper  
from falling out. Expand the shaper by pulling the right end  
of the shaper until there is enough tension to hold the  
shaper inside the clothing. Slight pulling in the button area  
is normal. To retract the shaper, gently press the button on  
the shaper and push the extended side back.  
Shirts, blouses,  
coats, jackets  
and skirts.  
Body Shaper  
jackets.  
Sleeve Shapers Long sleeve  
shirts, blouses,  
coats and  
Provides  
horizontal tension  
Remove shapers from the black strap. Insert the sleeve  
shaper into a buttoned long-sleeve with the straight end of  
to long sleeves by the shaper being inserted first. Align one side of the shaper  
expanding the  
sleeve.  
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jackets.  
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to the seam of the sleeve. Insert the shaper until / in. of  
the shaper extends past the cuff. To remove, squeeze the  
shaper and remove from the sleeve. (When storing sleeve  
shapers, use the black strap to keep shapers closed.)  
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ACCESSORIES (cont.)  
Optional Accessories - Sold Separately in Accessory Kits  
NAME  
USED WITH  
WHAT IT DOES  
HOW TO USE  
VISUAL  
Provides best  
performance on  
mens sizes:  
- 46+ for coats  
- 17" neck sizes  
- XXL shirt sizes  
Place the opening of the Hanger Extender over the oval  
head on the Clothes Hanger.  
Hanger  
Extender  
Increases the  
width of the  
shoulder area to  
improve  
dewrinkling  
performance for  
shirts and coats.  
Available in the Combination Pak (Part No. 4396281) and  
the Versatility Pak (Part No. 4396280).  
Hang clothes as you normally would.  
The narrower  
support in the  
shoulder area  
accommodates  
smaller sized  
clothes, which  
improves  
Offers best  
Compact  
Hanger  
performance on  
womens sizes 4  
and under and  
childrens sizes  
up to 16.  
Available in the Combination Pak (Part No. 4396281) and  
the Versatility Pak (Part No. 4396280).  
dewrinkling  
performance.  
Closet Hook  
Used with the  
Clothes Hanger  
and Pant  
Allows the Clothes Slide the Closet Hook into the oval opening at the top of  
and Pant Hangers the Clothes or Pant Hanger.  
to hang in a  
Hanger.  
standard closet.  
Available in the Combination Pak (Part No. 4396281) and  
the Versatility Pak (Part No. 4396280).  
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ACCESSORIES (cont.)  
Optional Accessory Kits  
There are several optional accessories you can purchase for your clothes vitalizer that gives you more flexibility in loading your  
clothes. To order any of the following accessory kits, call 1-866-MYVALET, visit our website at www.personalvalet.com or go to  
any retail store that sells the PERSONAL VALET® clothes vitalizer.  
Filter Pak  
Part No. 4396216  
Versatility Pak  
Part No. 4396280  
Performance Pak  
Part No. 8171480  
Combination Pak  
Part No. 4396281  
Weight Pak  
Part No. 4396215  
Storage Drawer  
Provides extra  
weights.  
Replaces the  
filter at the end of  
the plastic tube  
on the  
nozzle pack.  
(See  
The drawer mounts to  
the wall and occupies  
the space underneath  
the clothes vitalizer.  
Storage Drawer Part  
Nos.:  
White - 8527309  
Biscuit - 8527310  
Gray - 8527308  
Handles larger and smaller Offers best performance  
sized clothes and other on an additional heavily  
household items such as wrinkled shirt or jacket.  
small pillows, throw  
blankets, hats and  
non-leather shoes.  
Combines the benefits  
of both the Versatility  
and Performance Paks.  
“Maintenance.”)  
This Pak includes:  
This Pak includes:  
The outer dimensions  
of the drawer are  
• 35 in. (89 cm) wide  
• 12 in. (30 cm) deep  
• 10.5 in. (27 cm)  
high  
This Pak includes:  
This Pak includes: This Pak includes:  
2 Heavy Clips  
2 Light Clips  
1 Mini Clip  
1 Pair of Sleeve Shapers  
1 Body Shaper  
3 Hanger Extenders  
3 Compact Hangers  
1 Draping Bar  
1 Clothes Hanger  
2 Heavy Clips  
2 Light Clips  
4 Closet Hooks  
1 Clothes Hanger  
3 Hanger Extenders  
3 Compact Hangers  
1 Draping Bar  
2 Heavy Clips  
2 Light Clips  
2 Heavy Clips  
2 Light Clips  
2 Filters  
The drawer holds the  
accessories that came  
with the unit plus a  
couple of formula  
bottles.  
1 Mini Clip  
1 Pair Sleeve Shapers  
1 Body Shaper  
4 Closet Hooks  
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LOADING  
Your clothes vitalizer is designed for daily use by being able to handle an outfit at a time. Although your clothes vitalizer can handle up to  
three articles of clothing, best performance is achieved when no more than two articles of clothing are loaded. Maximizing space around  
the clothes whenever possible allows the formula to circulate between the clothes, which improves performance.  
WARNING  
Explosion Hazard  
Use approved formula only.  
Do not use any flammable liquids.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or explosion.  
Press  
START/CANCEL  
4. Add tensioning  
accessories  
5. Select formula and  
check level  
6. Select  
cycle  
1. Select clothes 2. Determine  
fabric type  
3. How wrinkled  
is clothing?  
AND  
Use the care  
labels on  
clothes to  
determine the  
fabric.  
Are the wrinkles  
in the clothing  
from re-wear or  
laundry?  
Fabric and  
wrinkles dictate clothes out of  
cycle selection the dryer are  
Wrinkles from  
Use approved  
formulas only.  
NOTE: Press BUZZER button to  
turn on End of Cycle signal.  
in step 6.  
usually more  
difficult to  
remove.  
Use the pictures in this  
manual or on the door of the  
clothes vitalizer as a guide to  
identify and use the required  
accessories.  
Look for above  
symbol on formula  
bottle.  
The charts on the next several pages follow the above 6-Step process. We have added an expectation column on each chart to give you  
an indication of the results you can expect for each type of clothing and fabric. The accessories that are listed will give you the BEST  
performance on each article of clothing. Depending upon the amount of wrinkles and the fabric, you will find that not every article of  
clothing will require the Body Shaper and/or the Sleeve Shapers. This is especially true for suit coats, blouses and skirts. As you use the  
clothes vitalizer, you will become more familiar with what accessories will be required to give you the results you desire.  
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LOADING (Suit Coat & Jacket)  
HOW  
WRINKLED  
FORMULA  
EXPECTATION  
VIEW  
FABRIC  
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED  
CYCLE  
Select your  
clothes  
Look at the  
care label on  
the clothes.  
Determine  
how wrinkles  
1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric  
and wrinkles and collect them now.  
Select  
formula  
based on  
fabric  
Select  
cycle  
based on  
fabric type  
and  
Typical results  
to expect after  
the cycle  
were created 2. Place the jacket over the Clothes Hanger.  
3. Slide the hanger onto the hanger bar, and button  
the jacket.  
Select fabric  
from below  
that relates to  
the dominant  
fabric in the  
clothing.  
type  
wrinkles  
4. If needed, insert the Body Shaper and then Sleeve  
Shapers.  
5. Center 1 Weight Clip on the back of the jacket, and  
2 on the front.  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Ready-to-Wear  
Crisp  
Crisp  
From Wearing  
Cotton  
Wool  
3X  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Wool  
Wool  
3X  
From Laundry  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Soft  
Soft  
From Wearing  
Polyester,  
Microfiber  
3X  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Silk, Rayon  
& Delicate  
fabrics  
3X  
From Laundry  
Touch-upironing  
mayberequired  
Touch-upironing  
required  
Heavy Duty  
Heavy Duty  
Crisp  
Crisp  
From Wearing  
Linen  
3X  
From Laundry  
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LOADING (Pants & Slacks)  
HOW  
WRINKLED  
FORMULA  
EXPECTATION  
VIEW  
FABRIC  
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED  
CYCLE  
Select  
formula  
based on  
fabric  
Select  
cycle  
based on  
fabric type  
and  
Look at the  
care label on  
the clothes.  
Consider how 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric  
Select your  
clothes  
Typical results  
to expect after  
the cycle  
the clothes  
became  
wrinkled  
and wrinkles and collect them now.  
2. Slide the Pant Hanger onto the hanger bar.  
3. Unzip and unbutton the pants.  
Select fabric  
from below  
that relates to  
the dominant  
fabric in the  
clothing.  
4. Hold the pants by the cuffs and align the creases.  
5. Slide pants between the “arms” of the hanger and  
drape one leg over each arm.  
6. Attach a Weight Clip to each pant leg and to each  
side of the waist.  
type  
wrinkles  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Ready-to-Wear  
Crisp  
Crisp  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
Cotton  
Wool  
4X  
4X  
4X  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Wool  
Wool  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Soft  
Soft  
Polyester,  
Microfiber  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Silk, Rayon  
& Delicate  
fabrics  
4X  
4X  
Touch-upironing  
mayberequired  
Touch-upironing  
required  
Heavy Duty  
Heavy Duty  
Crisp  
Crisp  
Linen  
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LOADING (Shirts - Button Up)  
HOW  
WRINKLED  
FORMULA  
EXPECTATION  
VIEW  
FABRIC  
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED  
CYCLE  
Select your  
clothes  
Look at the Consider how 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric  
Select  
formula  
based on  
fabric  
Select  
cycle  
based on  
fabric type  
and  
Typical results  
to expect after  
the cycle  
and wrinkles and collect them now.  
2. Slide the Clothes Hanger onto the hanger bar.  
3. Place shirt over the hanger and button shirt.  
4. Insert the Body Shaper.  
care label on  
the clothes.  
the clothes  
became  
wrinkled  
Select fabric  
from below  
that relates to  
the dominant  
fabric in the  
clothing.  
type  
5. Insert the Sleeve Shapers.  
wrinkles  
6. Place 2 Weight Clips on the back.  
7. Place the Mini Clip at the bottom of the column of  
buttons.  
8. Place a Weight Clip to the left and right of the Mini  
Clip, making sure all 3 weights touch.  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Cotton  
Casual &  
Oxford  
Ready-to-Wear  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
Crisp  
Crisp  
Crisp  
Crisp  
4X  
4X  
4X  
4X  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
RegularCare Touch-up ironing  
Cotton/Poly may be required  
Touch-up ironing  
Heavy Duty  
Cotton  
100% Pinpoint  
& Broadcloth  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
required  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Wool  
Wool  
Soft  
Soft  
Soft  
Soft  
Wool  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
Polyester  
Microfiber  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Silk, Rayon  
& Delicate  
Fabrics  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Soft  
Soft  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
4X  
4X  
Touch-up ironing  
may be required  
Heavy Duty  
Heavy Duty  
Crisp  
Crisp  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
Linen  
Touch-up ironing  
required  
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LOADING (Polo Shirts & Knits - Non-button Up)  
HOW  
WRINKLED  
FORMULA  
EXPECTATION  
VIEW  
FABRIC  
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED  
CYCLE  
Select  
formula  
based on  
fabric  
Select  
cycle  
based on  
fabric type  
and  
Look at the  
care label on  
the clothes.  
Consider how 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric  
Select your  
clothes  
Typical results  
to expect after  
the cycle  
the clothes  
became  
wrinkled  
and wrinkles and collect them now.  
2. Place shirt over Clothes Hanger.  
3. Slide the hanger onto the hanger bar and button  
shirt.  
Select fabric  
from below  
that relates to  
the dominant  
fabric in the  
clothing.  
type  
wrinkles  
4. Place 1 Weight Clip in the center of the shirt,  
clipping both the front and back together.  
5. Place 1 Weight clip to the left and right of the first  
clip, making sure the front and back are clipped  
together.  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
Cotton  
Wool  
3X  
Soft  
Soft  
Wool  
Wool  
3X  
3X  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Soft  
Soft  
Polyester  
For smaller  
shirts that can-  
not fit 3 weights  
across, use 2  
weights and butt  
them together.  
Soft  
Soft  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Silk, Rayon  
& Delicate  
fabrics  
3X  
3X  
Touch-upironing  
mayberequired  
Touch-upironing  
required  
Heavy Duty  
Heavy Duty  
Soft  
Soft  
Linen  
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LOADING (Blouses - Non-button Up)  
HOW  
WRINKLED  
FORMULA  
EXPECTATION  
VIEW  
FABRIC  
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED  
CYCLE  
Select  
formula  
based on  
fabric  
Select  
cycle  
based on  
fabric type  
and  
Look at the  
care label on  
the clothes.  
Consider how 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and  
Select your  
clothes  
Typical results  
to expect after  
the cycle  
wrinkles and collect them now.  
the clothes  
2. Place blouse over Clothes Hanger.  
became  
3. Slide the hanger onto the hanger bar and button shirt.  
wrinkled  
Select fabric  
from below  
that relates to  
the dominant  
fabric in the  
clothing.  
4. If needed, insert the Body Shaper.  
type  
5. If needed, insert the Sleeve Shapers.  
6. From the center of the shirt, position the first weight to  
the left of center, being sure to clip both the front  
and back of the shirt together.  
wrinkles  
7. Position the second weight to the right of center again  
clipping the front and back together.  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Crisp  
Crisp  
From Wearing  
Cotton  
Wool  
2X  
From Laundry  
Heavy Duty  
From Wearing  
Soft  
Soft  
Wool  
Wool  
2X  
From Laundry  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Soft  
Soft  
From Wearing  
Polyester  
2X  
From Laundry  
Heavy Duty  
From Wearing  
Soft  
Soft  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Silk, Rayon  
& Delicate  
fabrics  
2X  
From Laundry  
Touch-upironing  
mayberequired  
Touch-upironing  
required  
Heavy Duty  
Heavy Duty  
Crisp  
Crisp  
From Wearing  
Linen  
2X  
From Laundry  
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LOADING (Skirts)  
HOW  
WRINKLED  
FORMULA  
EXPECTATION  
VIEW  
FABRIC  
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED  
CYCLE  
1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and  
wrinkles and collect them now.  
2. Place the Clothes Hanger on the hanger bar.  
Select  
formula  
based on  
fabric  
Select  
cycle  
based on  
fabric type  
and  
Look at the  
care label on  
the clothes.  
Consider how  
the clothes  
became  
Select your  
clothes  
Typical results  
to expect after  
the cycle  
3. Button and/or zip the skirt.  
wrinkled  
1
Select fabric  
from below  
that relates to  
the dominant  
fabric in the  
clothing.  
2
4. Position Grips 1 / in. from the outside edge of the skirt.  
type  
5. With both hands, slide the waistband of the skirt up into the  
Grips. Do not squeeze the Grips open.  
wrinkles  
6. If needed, insert Body Shaper about 1/3 of the way into the  
skirt and expand it. Not recommended with pleated skirts.  
7. Place Weight Clips on the skirt with the front & back of the  
skirt clipped together.  
8. Pull handles on the Grips toward you to release skirt.  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Slide up into Grips  
Ready-to-Wear  
Crisp  
Crisp  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
Cotton  
Wool  
2X  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Wool  
Wool  
2X  
2X  
2X  
2X  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Soft  
Soft  
Ready-to-Wear  
Polyester,  
Microfiber  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Silk, Rayon  
& Delicate  
fabrics  
Body Shaper not  
recommended with  
pleated skirts  
Touch-upironing  
mayberequired  
Touch-upironing  
required  
Heavy Duty  
Heavy Duty  
Crisp  
Crisp  
Linen  
See Dress section for  
long skirts  
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LOADING (Dresses or Long Skirts)  
HOW  
WRINKLED  
FORMULA  
EXPECTATION  
VIEW  
FABRIC  
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED  
CYCLE  
Select  
formula  
based on  
fabric  
Select  
cycle  
based on  
fabric type  
and  
Look at the  
care label on  
the clothes.  
Consider how Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and  
Select your  
clothes  
Typical results  
to expect after  
the cycle  
wrinkles and collect them now.  
the clothes  
You have 2 options for dresses:  
became  
wrinkled  
Option 1  
Select fabric  
from below  
that relates to  
the dominant  
fabric in the  
clothing.  
1. Place dress over the Clothes Hanger and button dress.  
2. Slide the hanger into the last notch on the hanger bar.  
3. Drape the dress over the Draping Bar so that the  
dress does not touch the bottom of the cabinet.  
type  
wrinkles  
Option 2  
1. Drape the dress or long skirt over the draping bar,  
making sure the dress/skirt does not touch the bottom.  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Ready-to-Wear  
Crisp  
Crisp  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
Cotton  
Wool  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Wool  
Wool  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Polyester,  
Microfiber  
OR  
Heavy Duty  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Silk, Rayon  
& Delicate  
fabrics  
Touch-upironing  
mayberequired  
Touch-upironing  
required  
Heavy Duty  
Heavy Duty  
Crisp  
Crisp  
Linen  
(Long skirt this  
way)  
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LOADING (Sweaters)  
HOW  
WRINKLED  
FORMULA  
EXPECTATION  
VIEW  
FABRIC  
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED  
CYCLE  
Select  
formula  
based on  
fabric  
Select  
cycle  
based on  
fabric type  
and  
Look at the  
care label on  
the clothes.  
Consider how 1. Select the appropriate accessory based upon fabric  
Select your  
clothes  
Typical results  
to expect after  
the cycle  
and wrinkles and collect it now.  
the clothes  
2. Drape the sweater over the Draping Bar, being sure  
became  
that it does not touch the bottom of the cabinet.  
wrinkled  
Select fabric  
from below  
that relates to  
the dominant  
fabric in the  
clothing.  
3. Position the sleeves to cover as little of the sweater  
as possible.  
type  
wrinkles  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
Cotton  
Wool  
Soft  
Soft  
Wool  
Wool  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Soft  
Soft  
Polyester,  
Microfiber  
Soft  
Soft  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Silk, Rayon  
& Delicate  
fabrics  
Touch-upironing  
mayberequired  
Touch-upironing  
required  
Heavy Duty  
Heavy Duty  
Soft  
Soft  
Linen  
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LOADING (Shorts)  
HOW  
WRINKLED  
FORMULA  
EXPECTATION  
VIEW  
FABRIC  
ACCESSORIES REQUIRED  
CYCLE  
Select  
formula  
based on  
fabric  
Select  
cycle  
based on  
fabric type  
and  
Look at the  
care label on  
the clothes.  
Consider how 1. Select appropriate accessories based upon fabric and  
Select your  
clothes  
Typical results  
to expect after  
the cycle  
wrinkles and collect them now.  
the clothes  
2. Place the Clothes Hanger on the hanger bar stopping  
became  
at the first notch.  
wrinkled  
Select fabric  
from below  
that relates to  
the dominant  
fabric in the  
clothing.  
3. Unbutton the shorts.  
type  
4. Position Grips 11  
in. from the outside edge of  
2
/
wrinkles  
the shorts.  
5. With both hands, slide the legs of the shorts up into  
the Grips. Do not squeeze the Grips open,  
6. Place a Weight Clip on each side of the waistband.  
7. Pull handles on Grips toward you to release shorts.  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Ready-to-Wear  
Crisp  
Crisp  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
From Wearing  
From Laundry  
Cotton  
Wool  
2X  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Wool  
Wool  
2X  
2X  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Poly  
Soft  
Soft  
Ready-to-Wear  
Polyester,  
Microfiber  
Likely  
Ready-to-Wear  
Heavy Duty  
Ready-to-Wear  
Ready-to-Wear  
Soft  
Soft  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Silk, Rayon  
& Delicate  
fabrics  
2X  
2X  
Touch-upironing  
mayberequired  
Touch-upironing  
required  
Heavy Duty  
Heavy Duty  
Crisp  
Crisp  
Linen  
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mu  
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a
How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system  
Formula  
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FORMULA  
WARNING  
Explosion Hazard  
Use approved formula only.  
Do not use any flammable liquids.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or explosion.  
Before running your first cycle on the clothes vitalizer or filling the formula containers, apply the formula identification labels that were  
included with the PRESIVA* formula starter kit. These labels will identify which formula is in each container. Apply a Soft finish label to  
one container and a Crisp finish label to the other container. If you decide to apply a different label in the future, remove the old label and  
clean the area thoroughly so the new label will adhere to the formula container.  
Fill the formula container with either the Soft or Crisp finish.The container holds approximately 30 oz of formula. This is enough for  
approximately 3 Heavy Duty cycles or 5 to 9 RegularCare cycles, depending upon which settings have been used.  
IMPORTANT: Look for the PERSONAL VALET® system seal of approval before using any formula in the clothes vitalizer. If the formula  
bottle does not have the following seal, it is not approved for use in the PERSONAL VALET® clothes vitalizing system.  
Using unapproved formulas may result in reduced performance or an increase in nozzle or filter clogging.  
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FORMULA (cont.)  
Removing the Formula Container  
Remove the container by holding the cap on the container and pulling toward you.  
Filling the Formula Container  
1. Place container on a flat surface. DO NOT hold the formula container by the white nozzle pack as it will come off.  
2. Unscrew the cap.  
3. Pour the formula into the container until it is full.  
4. Replace the cap.  
5. Slide the formula container back into place until you hear a click.  
NOTES:  
For best performance, check the formula container fill indicator before each cycle. The fluid level should be above the red circle to  
ensure enough formula is available for the cycle.  
Do not leave the formula container empty. This can cause the filter to dry out and clog, which will reduce performance.  
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cle  
Slection  
Cycle  
How to get the most out of your clothes vitalizing system  
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CYCLE SELECTION  
Four cycles are available on your clothes vitalizer. The cycle you choose determines the amount of formula dispensed and the cycle time.  
RegularCare Cycle  
HeavyDuty Cycle  
QUICKCARE™ Cycle  
GENTLEDRY™ Cycle  
RegularCare is the standard cycle you will use to  
remove wrinkles and clean odors from your  
clothing. Select the Cotton/Poly, Wool or Delicate  
setting to match the fabric in your load.  
The GENTLEDRY™ cycle dries wet  
clothes that you would normally line  
dry, but it works in a fraction of the  
time. Drying time depends upon the  
fabric type and the dampness of the  
clothes. Use this cycle to provide  
additional drying time if your clothes do  
not completely dry in the Heavy Duty  
or RegularCare cycle.  
The Heavy Duty cycle should  
be used on cotton, polyester or  
linen clothes that are heavily  
wrinkled, such as clothes  
coming out of the dryer.  
Use the  
QUICKCARE™  
cycle for a burst of  
freshness.  
Heavy Duty  
RegularCare  
QUICKCARE™  
GENTLEDRY™  
Set GENTLEDRY Time  
Dry  
Cotton  
Poly  
All  
Fabrics  
Cotton  
Poly  
Wool  
Delicate  
Approximate Cycle Time: 50 min.  
Approximate Cycle Time: 30 min.  
Cycle Time: 15 min.  
Cycle Time: 5 to 180 min.  
• The Cotton/Poly setting should be used for  
cotton, polyester and linen clothes that have  
light to medium wrinkles, such as those from  
wearing.  
• Use the Wool setting for all wool clothing,  
regardless of the amount of wrinkles.  
• Use the Delicate setting for delicate fabrics  
such as rayon, silk and other delicate fibers.  
This cycle uses a manual time setting  
to dry clothes. After selecting the cycle,  
use the up or down button to change  
the length of the cycle. This cycle is  
safe for virtually all of your clothes.  
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CYCLE SELECTION (cont.)  
Use this guide as a quick reference when selecting a cycle.  
CYCLE  
FABRIC TYPE  
FORMULA  
Crisp or Soft  
After laundering or Heavy wrinkles in  
100% cotton, linen or double-knit polyester  
If it is the dominant fabric in a blend  
Heavy Duty  
Crisp or Soft  
Soft  
After wearing  
100% cotton, linen or double-knit polyester  
If it is the dominant fabric in a blend  
RegularCare  
Cotton/Polyester  
Any level of wrinkles for:  
100% wool, cashmere, leather, or suede  
If it is the dominant fabric in a blend  
RegularCare  
Wool  
Soft  
Any level of wrinkles for:  
100% silk, rayon, acetate or other lightweight synthetic fabrics  
If it is the dominant fabric in a blend  
RegularCare  
Delicate  
Soft  
Virtually all fabric types  
QUICKCARE™  
GENTLEDRY™  
None  
Virtually all fabric types  
For best results, run cycles that contain clothes made from the same fabric.  
For mixed loads, select a RegularCare setting that corresponds to the more delicate fabric. For example, for a mixed load containing a wool and a silk  
article of clothing, choose the Delicate setting on the RegularCare cycle.  
For leather, hang the jacket with the leather side out to care for the leather and inside out to freshen the liner.  
For clothes with a blend of fabrics, select a RegularCare setting based on the clothings highest content.  
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itance  
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Maintenance  
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MAINTENANCE  
WEEKLY - Clean the interior and exterior  
Regular use of a soft, damp cloth or sponge is all that is necessary to keep the inside and outside of your clothes vitalizer looking nice and clean.  
ANNUALLY - Change the Filter in the Formula Container  
The filter at the end of the clear plastic tube in the nozzle pack needs to be changed as the filter becomes clogged with use and reduces the amount of  
formula dispensed. You can order filters by calling 1-866-MYVALET and ordering part number 4396216, which contains two filters.  
1. Remove the formula  
container from the  
clothes vitalizer. Empty  
formula and place it on  
a flat surface.  
2. Pull straight up on the  
white nozzle pack.  
Twisting the nozzle pack  
as you pull up will help  
remove it.  
3. Hold the clear tube  
securely with two fingers  
and pull the old filter off.  
5. Replace the nozzle pack  
by pushing the pack  
down onto the formula  
container.  
4. Replace the filter with a  
Whirlpool Brand approved  
filter by pushing the new  
filter down onto the clear  
plastic tube.  
AS NEEDED – Clearing a clogged Nozzle  
Your nozzle may be clogged if:  
• Dewrinkling performance has noticeably decreased.  
• Odors are not removed.  
• Formula level in container is not lower after each cycle.  
1. Remove the formula container  
from within the clothes vitalizer.  
Empty formula and place con-  
tainer on a flat surface.  
2. Pull straight up on the white  
3. Soak the entire nozzle pack in a  
4. Replace the nozzle pack by  
pushing the pack down onto the  
formula container.  
nozzle pack. Twisting the  
nozzle pack as you pull may  
help remove it.  
sink or container of warm water  
for 15 minutes.  
NOTE: If nozzle does not unclog, call 1-866-MYVALET to order a new nozzle pack. DO NOT insert anything into the nozzle to attempt to clear. This will  
damage the nozzle and cause an excessive amount of formula to be dispensed, which may damage your clothes.  
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS  
®
1. Will the Personal Valet clothes vitalizer clean (dry-clean) my clothes?  
It will not remove spots and stains, however our studies have found that the majority of clothes that go to the dry cleaners do not have visible spots and  
stains on them. The clothes vitalizer will help you conveniently get your clothes ready to wear by cleaning odors, smoothing wrinkles, and giving your  
clothes a neat, clean look and feel.  
2. Will it remove wrinkles from my clothes as well as ironing or dry cleaning?  
If you are good at ironing – that will probably remove wrinkles better than virtually any other option. Many consumers acknowledge that they are not  
skilled at ironing – some will even admit that they manage to iron wrinkles into their clothes.  
Thus, if you simply do not like to iron, the clothes vitalizer provides a smooth finish on a wide range of clothes without the hassle of ironing. It will NOT  
give a pressed finish or look.  
3. Will the clothes vitalizer put creases in items such as my dress slacks?  
The clothes vitalizer will not create a crease where there is none, but it may help reinforce an existing crease. Likewise, the clothes vitalizer will not  
remove a permanent crease such as one you would find in a pleated skirt.  
4. On which types of clothes does the clothes vitalizer perform best? On which clothes will it not perform so well?  
Items that are generally harder to iron – such as white cotton dress shirts and linens – may not come out as well as silk and wool items.  
You can place special clothes – including leather, suede, and beaded fabrics – in the clothes vitalizer. Simply use the Wool cycle and PRESIVA* Soft  
finish formula.  
5. Will the clothes vitalizer remove pet hair or lint?  
Some things (such as pet hair and lint) may fall off during the course of a cycle, but the appliance is not designed specifically to remove those items.  
Instead, it takes the rumpled, wrinkled items hanging in your closet or coming out of your dryer – and gives them a neat, clean look and feel; it makes  
them ready to wear.  
6. How difficult is it to get clothes ready for a cycle?  
Generally, it takes only a couple of minutes to load the clothes vitalizer, and the preparation steps are simple and easy to remember.  
7. How many clothes can I place inside the clothes vitalizer?  
The clothes vitalizer will hold one to three items. You will get the best performance if you load two articles of clothing. This will give the formula more  
space to circulate between the clothes. If you place three garments inside the cabinet, you will get better results with “thinner” items, such as polo shirts  
or blouses.  
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (cont.)  
8. On which fabrics should I use the Crisp and Soft formulas?  
The Crisp formula gives a neat, crisp feel to cotton and linen fabrics. You might use it on cotton clothing to which you want to give some form and  
substance.  
The Soft formula is an all-purpose formula that makes fabrics feel soft, almost like a fabric softener. It keeps fabrics such as silk, rayon, linen, wool, and  
knitted clothes flowing and draping naturally so they move with you.  
9. Can I mix colors in the clothes vitalizer? Will PRESIVA* cause colors to bleed?  
You can place clothes of different colors in the clothes vitalizer together. The clothes vitalizer and PRESIVA* are completely safe for colorfast clothes.  
10. Can I place different types of fabric in the clothes vitalizer at the same time? Are there any concerns or “watch-outs” with mixing fabrics  
inside the clothes vitalizer?  
You can safely mix fabric types inside the clothes vitalizer. That said, the appliance offers different cycles for different types of clothes, and for best  
results, we do recommend loading clothes made from the same fabric.  
11. Are there any types of clothes that could be harmed by the clothes vitalizer?  
We do not recommend the system for fur, faux fur, fleece, plastic, nylon, velour, velvet, pleather (artificial leather) or feathers. With all other fabrics –  
from wool to silk to even leather – you can use the clothes vitalizer with confidence. It cleans odors, smoothes wrinkles, and gives clothes a neat, clean  
look and feel, with a laundry-fresh scent.  
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Trouble  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid a service call.  
PROBLEM  
SOLUTION  
Nozzle may be clogged. See “Maintenance” section for clearing a clogged nozzle.  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
No formula was dispensed during  
the misting cycle.  
Did not use tensioning accessories. Add tensioning accessories. See “Loading” section in this guide.  
Load contained mixed fabrics.  
Run loads that contain similar fabrics. For example, when running a silk blouse (which  
requires the RegularCare Delicate setting) along with a cotton shirt, performance on the  
cotton shirt will suffer, as cottons require a longer misting cycle.  
Change filter. See “Maintenance” section for changing filters. Every year the filter on  
the nozzle pack needs to be changed as it becomes clogged and reduces the amount  
of formula dispensed.  
Not enough formula was dispensed  
due to a clogged filter.  
Formula ran out during misting  
stage.  
Check to see if formula container is in the red circle. If it is, add more formula and run  
cycle again.  
Finished results  
are not as expected,  
wrinkles still present.  
Ran the cycle with 3 articles of  
clothing.  
Run the cycle with 2 articles of clothing. This increases the space around the clothes,  
which lets the heat-activated mist circulate better between the clothes improving  
performance.  
Tensioning accessories caused a  
crease or fold.  
When adding the tensioning accessories make sure to remove any creases, folds, or  
pinched fabric. If these are present before the cycle starts, they will be there when the  
cycle ends.  
Clothing is new and has never  
been cleaned.  
Clothes that have never been washed before have wrinkles that are more difficult to  
remove and may require touch-up ironing. Clean clothes per care label.  
Clothing has difficult-to-remove  
wrinkles.  
Review “Expectation” notes at the end of each section for loading articles of clothing.  
Some fabrics hold wrinkles to a greater extent than others.  
Some cotton and linen clothes  
have difficult-to-remove wrinkles.  
Run the Heavy Duty cycle.  
Clothing was wet going in.  
If clothes are wet going into the clothes vitalizer, they will come out wet. Run the  
GENTLEDRY™ cycle until the clothes are dry.  
Clothing is wet after a  
Heavy Duty,  
RegularCare or  
QUICKCARE™ cycle.  
Verify by running the GENTLEDRY™ cycle to see if the interior heats up. If it does not heat  
up, call Service for repair.  
Heating element has failed.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)  
PROBLEM  
SOLUTION  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
This is normal.  
Different sounds are  
coming from the  
clothes vitalizer.  
During the misting stage of a cycle, you will hear a spraying sound. During the drying stage  
you will hear a low hum coming from the fan. In between stages is a dwell time in which a  
pulsing sound from the fan may be heard.  
Loaded 3 articles of clothing.  
Run the GENTLEDRY™ cycle until clothes are dry. Three articles of clothing reduce  
airflow, causing areas on some clothes to be slightly damp at the end of the cycle.  
Clothing is damp  
after a Heavy Duty  
or RegularCare  
cycle.  
Run the GENTLEDRY™ cycle for a few minutes.  
Higher room temperature and  
humidity can increase drying time.  
Nozzle may be partially clogged.  
Cycle selection was incorrect.  
See “Maintenance” section for clearing a clogged nozzle. Clean clothes according to the  
care label on the article of clothing.  
Water spots on  
clothes.  
Clean clothes according to care label on the article of clothing. Choose the RegularCare  
setting to match the fabric in your load. See “Cycle Selection” section for information on  
loads with different fabric types.  
running  
Clean clothes according to care label on the article of clothing. Be sure Clothes Hangers  
are positioned in the notches on the hanger bar. If clothing is large or bulky, reduce the  
number of clothes loaded in the clothes vitalizer.  
Clothing was touching the interior  
sides or doors.  
Formula dripped off hanger bar or  
accessory.  
Clean clothes according to the care label on the article of clothing. The spots should come  
out with just the recommended cleaning method.  
Be sure the clothing is fully inserted into the clip.  
If you are going over a seam, make sure the seam lines up with the contoured area in  
the middle of the clip’s pad.  
Weight clips fall off  
clothing.  
Clothing was not fully inserted into  
the clip.  
Formula residue on pads.  
Rinse with warm water to remove formula residue.  
This is normal for some cycles.  
There may be formula left over after the Heavy Duty cycle. Remove the basin cover and  
dry the basin with a clean towel.  
Formula collects in  
the bottom of the  
clothes vitalizer.  
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE  
Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” as it may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the  
instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your clothes vitalizer. This information will  
help us to better respond to your request.  
®
PERSONAL VALET CLOTHES VITALIZING SYSTEM  
PRESIVA*  
Replacement Parts  
Accessory Packs  
For additional formula refer to the  
information below.  
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that  
you only use FSP® factory specified parts. These parts will fit  
right and work right because they are made with the same pre-  
cision used to build every new Whirlpool® appliance.  
Call Toll Free  
1-866-MYVALET  
Call the phone number on the bottle  
Website  
• Features and specifications on our full line of appliances.  
• Installation information.  
• Use and maintenance procedures.  
To locate the Whirlpool designated service company in your area,  
you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages.  
For further assistance, you can write to us with any questions or  
concerns at:  
• Accessory and repair parts sales.  
• Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing  
impaired, limited vision, etc.).  
• Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service  
companies. Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to  
fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service,  
anywhere in the United States.  
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances  
Customer Interaction Center  
553 Benson Road  
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692  
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.  
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®
ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY  
For one year from the date of purchase, when this clothes vitalizer and included accessories are operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished  
with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a  
Whirlpool Corporation designated service company.  
Whirlpool Corporation will not pay for:  
1. Service calls to correct the installation of your clothes vitalizer, to instruct you how to use your clothes vitalizer, or to replace house fuses or correct  
house wiring.  
2. Repairs when your clothes vitalizer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.  
3. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in accordance with local electrical and plumbing  
codes, or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Corporation.  
4. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States.  
5. Pickup and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.  
6. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.  
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.  
Outside the 50 United States, this warranty does not apply. Contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine if another warranty applies.  
If you need service, first see “Troubleshooting.” Additional help can be found by checking “Assistance or Service,” or by calling our Customer Interaction Center at  
1-866-MYVALET (1-866-698-2538), from anywhere in the U.S.A. or write:  
Whirlpool Corporation,  
Customer Interaction Center  
553 Benson Road  
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692  
Dealer name  
Addres  
Keep this book and your sales slip together for future reference.  
You must provide proof of purchase for in-warranty service.  
Phone number  
Model number  
Serial number  
Purchase date  
Write down the following information about your clothes vitalizer to better help you  
obtain assistance or service if you ever need it.  
You will need to know your complete model number and serial number.  
You can find this information on the model and serial number label/plate, located  
on your appliance as shown in “Getting To Know Your Clothes Vitalizer.”  
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© 2002 Whirlpool Corporation.  
All rights reserved.  
® Registered Trademark/TM Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A.  
*PRESIVA™ is a trademark of The Procter & Gamble Company.  
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