Use& CareGuide Temperature selector del and serial Bleach dispenser MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter (not shown) ONESPEEDAUTOMATICWASHERS LARGECAPACITY LA53OOXT LA532OXT lA533OXT LA536OXT LA6053XT SUPERCAPACITY LA538OXT
Contents Important Safety Instructions. . . .. Operating Instructions Starting your washer . What happens in each cycle Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin . Drain and spin . Soak.................... Liquid bleach dispenser MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter If You Need Service Or Assistance. . . Whirlpool Automatic Washer Warranty. . Page 3 4-5 5-8 9 9 9 10 10 Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this product.
ImportantSafetyInstructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: give off vapors that can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. l If hot water has not been used recently (usually 2 weeks or longer), hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
OperatingInstructions The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your washer model. They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book. NOTE: Your model may not include all the features shown. Starting your washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it. 1. Select l a load size Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash.
2. Select water temperature Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed. l The top temperature is the wash selection and the bottom temperature is the rinse selection. NOTE: Use warm water with the PERMANENT PRESS or SHORT Cycles. For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes, pre-wash or presoak before washing in warm water. l 3. Select cycle and wash time Start the washer l Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise.
Operating Continued Instructions Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. to Selected Level 14-8 Minutes High Speed High Speed, Spray Rinse Regular/Normal Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled.
Permanent Press/Normal Cycle A cycle designed for moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. to Selected Level Permanent Press/Light Cycle A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items.
Operating Continued Instructions Short Cycle Use for delicate items that need a short wash and spin time. Wash nylon hose or panty hose in a net laundry bag. to Selected Level Soak 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 presoak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a wash cycle. to Selected Level 12 Minutes No Agitation Special care is needed when soaking laundry.
OtherOperatingInstructions Rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise until indicator points to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated. 3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level, agitate 2 minutes, drain and spin.
Other Operating Continued Instructions Liquid bleach dispenser (models LA533OXT, LA536OXT, LA6053XT only) Always measure bleach. Do not 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 washer basket.
If your washer stops during a cycle: l Remember, the washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle. These pauses are normal. If your washer fills and drains without running: l Make sure that the Cycle Control Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle. Make sure the drain hose is higher than the water level in the washer. If it isn’t: l The washer may seem to be draining during wash and rinse cycles. l Water can siphon out. (See Installation Instructions.) 2. If you need assistance’..
WhirlpoolSAutomatic WasherWarranty m AWOO LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSPa replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials (including top and lid rust) or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized WhirlpoolSM service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any gearcase assembly if defective or workmanship. The gearcase is shown below.
