AUTOMIATIC I WASHER I ‘wave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners. Oehumldlflers Automatic Large Capacity Model LA5000XM Washers Clothes Oryers Freezers.
Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY INFORMATION TEMPERATURE SELECTOR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE i\ Remove the Consumer Buy Guide 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. Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here -_ When you need service or call with a ._____ Mode! Number question, have this information ready I.
Your responsibilities Read this “Use and Care Guide” and Your “Laundry Guide” carefully for important use and safety information. You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer... l is installed by a qualifiedinstaller. l is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight.’ l is connected to the right kind of outlet, electric supply, water supply and drain.* l is properly grounded.* l is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers.
Starting your washer I. Measure and add detergent 2. Place sorted load in washer. 3. Start washer. Before starting your washer: / Select 1. LOAD l / Select WATER TEMPERATURES a SIZE 2. The water level can be set for EX SMALL or LARGE loads. Select the water level that matches the load size. See your”Laundry Guide” details on load sizes. LOAD SIZES AND l l for WATER Use less than a full tub of water when you have less than a full load to wash. LARGE (16.9 gals.164.0 EX-SMALL (9.9 gals./37.
I Select CYCLE and WASH Start the washer TIME: A. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. The knob must be pushed and turned only clockwise. 6. Stop on a number in the cycle You want. The numbers are minutes of wash time The drawing shows 8 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle. NOTE: The washer will fill only when the knob points to a fill area. C. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob.
What happens in each cycle Each cycle has different agitation and 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 agitation and timing start After agitation starts, the knob turns REGULAR KNIT/GENTLE HEAVY Cycle Cycle Low agitation and spin speeds and shorter wash time gently wash delicate items and washable synthetic knits.
clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. NOTE:You may hear the sound of water spraying some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed help with the rinsing. during the spin parts of on the spinning load to r I 1 Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. laundry.
Other operating : 1, ^ . ,a,,’ instructions I For a rinse and spin For a drain 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.] l Push Control Knob in. l Turn clockwise to any l on the dial. See above drawing. l Pull Control Knob out. l The washer will fill with cold water to selected level, agitate 2 minutes. drain and spin. Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. l Push Control Knob in.
Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off. This takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. towipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the lid up until the basket is dry. Wipe up spills right away. They 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 pockets for bolts, nuts, tools, etc.
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. To use the washer 2. Put a quart of automobile-type antifreeze in the basket. again.. , 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer. 3. Turn on the water faucets. 10 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see page 81.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before calling for assistance.. . 3. If you need service*. . . Whirlpool has a nationwide net: work of franchised TECH-CARE” Service Companies. Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
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