Whirlpool LA56OOXS Operating instructions

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Contents

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PARTS AND FEATURES

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS. . . . .

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. u 2

Starting Your Washer .

What Happens in Each Cycle

OTHER OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS. .

For a Rinse and Spin

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For a Drain and Spin

For a Soak . . . . .

Liquid Bleach Dispenser

MAGIC CLEAN@ Lint Filter

CARING FOR YOUR WASHER

Winterizing . . . . . . . .

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSlSTANCE . .

WASHER WARRANTY . .

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Parts and features

LOAD

SIZE

LAUNDRY

TEMPERATURE

CYCLE

CONTROL

KNOB

ODE1 AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE

(not shown)

I il ’ LIQUID BLEACH

MAGIC CLEAN@’

LINT FILTER

(not shown)

Remove the Consumer

Buy Gulde label. It will be easier to remove before the washer is used.

You should wipe out the basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping.

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Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here

When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready:

1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers

(from plate under the lid near the hinge).

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Copy this information in these spaces.

Keep this book, your “Laundry Guide” and sales slip in the Laundry Information

Center.

Model Number serio, Number

Purchose Dcte

Service Company

Phone Number

Thank you for purchasing a Whirlpool product. Please complete and mall the Owner Registration Card furnlshed with this product.

Additional Safety lnsfrucfions and Your Responsibilities

ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry place where children can’t reach them- in a locked cabinet if possible.

ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord before attempting washer. to service the

ALWAYS read and follow instructions

DO NOT machine wash glass fiber materials. Small particles can stick to on packages of detergent and laun- fabrics washed in following loads dry aids - especially warnings and and cause skin irritation. precautions.

You are personally responsible for

HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if maklng sure that your washer: chlorine bleach is used in the same l is used only for jobs normally ex- wash as ammonia or acids such as petted of home automatic washers. vinegar or rust remover. l is not run by children or anyone un- able to operate it properly.

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Operating instructions

Starting Your Washer

Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it.

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. Select a LOAD SIZE

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Select

WATER TEMPERATURES

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Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of the load you want to wash.

Set the knob on or between EX

SMALL (a few items] and LARGE

(a full load).

NOTE: Use the LARGE wafer level for besf permanent press rewlfs. l l

Select wash and rinse water tem- peratures.

This drawing shows a warm wash

(top temperature] and cold rinse

[bottom temperature] selection.

Recommended wash temperatures can be found in your “Laundry Guide:’

LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS

For best cleaning results, the load must be able to move freely in the water. Too big a load or too little water can cause wear or tearing of load items. n

*Approximate fill with load.

CAUTION:

DO NOT

OVERLOAD WASHER.

(17.3 gal./655 L)’

(14.7 gaU55.7 L)*

(12.1 gaU45.8 L)*

(9.5 gaU36.0 L]*

3. Start the washer

A.

Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise.

B.

Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are min- utes of wash time. The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle.

C.

Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temper- ature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes.

D.

To stop the washer at any time, push in the Control Knob. To restart the washet pull out the

Control Knob.

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What Happens in Each Cycle*

Each cycle has different agitation ond spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH agitation time.

When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before aaitation and timina starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns clock-wise until it po:nts to OFF and thecycle ends. -

REGULAR HEAVY Cycle

WASH

1 Agi!%on )

Speed

A cycle for sturdily con- structed fabrics that are heavily soiled.

REGULAR NORMAL Cycle

A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moder- ately soiled.

PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle

PERMANENT

PRESS

A cycle designed for mod- erately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these fabrics.

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WASH

4

Minutes

Low

Speed

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NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing.

Gentle Wash System

For better fabric care in the REGULAR-and PERMANENT PRESS cycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time.

DRAIN

No

, Agltation

SPIN

High

Speed

1 Spray

Rinse

NOTE: Always use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics.

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PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle

PERMANENT

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A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these fabrics.

KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL Cycle

DOWN

WASH

2

Minutes

Low

Speed

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A Indicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak period. A cycle that gently washes and spins moder- ately soiled delicate items and washable knits.

KNITS/GENTLE LIGHT Cycle

A Indicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak period.

A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits.

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SPIN

Low

I Speed

1 Spray

Rlnse

FILL for

Deep

Rinse

NOTE: Always use cold rlnse water for permanent press fabrics.

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SPIN

Low

Speed

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SOAK Cycle

detergent or pre-soak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be tol- lowed by a Wash Cycle.

SUPER WASH Cycle

Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal.

Double the amount of detergent recommended when uslng the SUPER

WASH Cycle.

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SOAK

8

Minutes

Agitation u

No

, Select

Wash

1

Cycle 1

Special care is needed when soaking laundry. See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle.

Other operating instructions

For a rinse and spin

You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.)

1. Push Control Knob in.

2. Turn clockwise to any l on the dial.

See above drawing.

3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin.

For a drain and spin

Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water.

1. Push Control Knob in.

2. Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle. See above drawing.

3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will drain and spin.

For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle, see pages 6-11.

For a soak

For best results, use warm water for soaking stained laundry Hot water can set stalns.

1. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak product.

2. Push Control Knob in.

3. Turn clockwise to point to the number in the SOAK Cycle.

4. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will start.

5. When the cycle is over, add detergent for the next selected wash cycle. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a Wash Cycle.

Important: See addltlonal care

Information In your “Laundry

Guide.”

*To start soak with agitation, the

Control Knob must point to a number in the SOAK Cycle.

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Liquid bleach dispenser

Always measure bleach. Do nbt guess. Never use more than 1 cup

(250 ml) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow directions on bottle for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling.

1. Load the washer first.

2. Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser. DO NOT let bleach splash, drip or run down into the washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches.

3. Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted automatically during the wash part of the cycle.

For more information on bleaching, see your “laundry Guide!’

MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter

The lint filter in your washer cleans itself. Collected lint is drained away with the wash and rinse water.

If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint collected in the drain or strainer.

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Caring for your washer

OFF

WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off, this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses.

AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the lid up until the basket is dry. Wipe up spills right away. Spills can dull or damage the finish.

REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers.

SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer.

Check pocket for bolts, nuts, tools, etc.

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SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can damage washer and dryer dials, con- soles and finishes. Do not use these products on or near your washer or dryer.

Winterizing

Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather...

1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2. Put a quart of R.V or automobile type antifreeze in the basket.

3. Set the washer for a

DRAIN and SPIN

[see page 12). Let it run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water.

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To use the washer again...

1. Flush water pipes and hoses.

2. Connect hoses to the washer

3. Turn on the water faucets.

4. Run the washer through a com- plete cycle with one cup of deter- gent to clean out the antifreeze.

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If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps:

1.

Before calling for assistance...

Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.

If your washer does not fill: l

Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? l l l

Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box?

Are the water supply hoses kinked?

Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out? l l

If your washer does not spin:

Is the lid closed?

Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? l

Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box? l

If your washer stops during a cycle:

Remember, the washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle. These pauses are normal. l

If your washer fills and drains without runnlng:

Make sure that the Cycle Control

Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle. l l

Make sure the drain hose is higher than the water level in the washer.

If lt isnV:

The washer may seem to be drain- ing during wash and rinse cycles.

Water can siphon out. (See “lnstalla- tion Instructions:‘) l

Are both water faucets open?

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2.

If you need assistance:..

4.

If you have a problem?..

Call Whirlpool COOL-LINEE serv-

Ice assistance telephone number.

Dial free from anywhere In the U.S.:

1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained Con- sultants. The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area.

Call our COOL-LINE service as- sistance telephone number [see Step

2) and talk with one of our Consultants, or if you prefer, write to:

Mr. Robert Stanley

Division Vice President

Whirlpool Corporation

2000 M-63

Benton Harbor, Ml 49022

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If you need FSP” replacement parts%.

3.

If you need service?..

Whirlpool has a nationwide network of franchised TECH-

CARE@ Service Com- panies. TECH-CARE service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States.

To locate TECH-CARE service in your area, call our CCCL-LINE service assis- tance telephone number (see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow

Pages under:

FSP is a registered trademark of

Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever You need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance.

*If you must call or write, please pro- vide: model number, serial number, date of purchase, and a complete description of the problem. This infor- mation is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance.

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Notes

Notes

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WHIRLPOOL” AUTOMATIC WMHER

WARRANTY

AWW

WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR LENGTH OF WARRANTY

FULL ONE-YEAR

WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

FSP” replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.

Service must be provided by a franchised

TECH-CARE’ service company.

LIMITED FIVE-YEAR

WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

FSP replacement parts for any part of gear- case assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. The gearcase assembly is shown below.

LIMITED TEN-YEAR

WARRANTY

From Date of Purchase

WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack, or fail to contain water, due to defective materials or workmanship.

A. Service calls to:

1. Correct the installation of the washer.

2. Instruct you how to use the washer.

3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.

6. Repairs when washer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.

C. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.

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D. Damage to washer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.

E. Any labor costs during the limited warranties.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-

QUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion 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.

Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.

GEARCASE ASSEMBLY

COVERED BY YOUR

WARRANTY

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