AUTOMATIC WASHER Design 2000” Large Capacity Model LA5311XP wave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Condllioners Dehumldlflers Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers. Freezers.
Parts and features L,AUNDRY LOAD S,ZE TEIMPERATURE SELECTOR INFt _. ;;;TA;ON SELECTOR \ LL, CYCLE - cKYi?L L7 _~ MUUtL ANU 3tKIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown) - AGITATOR - BASKET - LINT FILTER - TUB 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.
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 qualified installer. l is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight.’ 4 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 1 Measure and add detergent 2 Place sorted load In washer 3 Start washer Select a 1. LOAD SIZE l l 2. Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load VOL! want to wash The water level can be set for EX SMALL (a few items), MED or LARGE (a full load). Select WATER TEMPERATURES Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabrtcs and soils being washed All rinses are cold l l Recommended wash temperatures can be found in your “Laundry Guide”.
3. Start A. C. the washer Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temperature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes. B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows 6 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR Cycle. D.
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 starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends HEAVY Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily solled.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying some cycles.
SHORT Cycle Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a Wash Cycle.
Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. laundry.
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.] l Push Control Knob in. l Turn clockwise to any* on the dial. See above drawing. l Pull Conrrol Knob out. l The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin. For a soak IL For a 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. AFlER 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.
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 automobile-type antifreeze in the basket. 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer. 3. Turn on the water faucets. 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see page 10). Let it run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. 4.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: L Before calling for assistance.. . Performance from little things yourself without It your washer problems often result you can find and fix tools of any kind.
2. If you need assistance*... Call Whirlpool COOL-LINER servIce assistance telephone number. Dial free from: Continental U.S. . (800) 253-1301 Michigan . . . . . . . . (800) 632-2243 Alaska & Hawaii (800) 253-1121 and talk with one of our trained Consultants. 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. 3. If you need service*...
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