_ Appliances Use! Care Guide Temperature Load size selector selector Cycle control knob Model (not and serial number plate shown under lid) Agitator Tub Basket MAGIC CLEAN:" lint filter (not shown) LARGECAPACITYTWOSPEED AUTOMATICWASHERS LA5200XT LA5500XT
Contents Page Important Safety Instructions ................. Operating Instructions Starting your washer ........ What happens in each cycle .. Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin ............. Drain and spin .............. Soak ...................... MAGIC CLEAN _ lint filter .... If You Need Service or Assistance .................. Warranty .................... © 1988 Whirlpool Corporation 3 4-5 5-11 12 12 13 13 14 16 Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance.
Important SafetyInstructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read these Laundry Instructions for important use and safety information before using your washer. • NEVER wash items cleaned, washed, soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, or in flammable fluids in the washer. The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics containing these materials.
OperatingInstructions Startingyourwasher Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it. 1. Select a load size • Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. • The water level can be set for EX SMALL (a few items), MEDIUM or LARGE (a full load). NOTE: Use the LARGE water level for best permanent press results. 2. Select water temperature • Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed.
3. Select cycle and wash time Start the washer • Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it to the right. • Stop on the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. • Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Control Knob. The washer will fill to the selected water level with the selected wash water temperature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes. PERMANENT PRESS • To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control Knob.
Operating Continued LA5500XT Instructions cycles Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily COnstructed that are heavily soiled, fabrics Regular/Normal Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled.
Operating Continued Instruction s LA5SOOXT Cycles continued Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately SOiled delicate and washable knits, items Knits Gentle/Light Cycle A CYc/ethat gently washes and sPdnS_gsh_Yb_e°_led delicate items nits.
Super Wash Cycle Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal. Double the amount of detergent recommended when using the SUPER WASH Cycle. FILLL.._ to Selected Level .._._ WI_.._ 4 Minutes High Speed.._,_ Lr.._,..°..,.No _0"a_'°n J l REFILL to Selected Level After Partial Drain, the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle.
Operating Continued Instructions LA5200XT cycles Regular/Heavy Cycle Permanent A Cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. e;ected Level I _ 70 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.
Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle Soak Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. 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. PRESS _ILL to Selected Level W_H J 8 Minutes Low Speed .
Rinseandspin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any dot on the dial. 3, Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level, agitate 2 minutes, drain and spin. Drainandspin Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle. See the drawing. 3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out.
Soak(LA5200XTonly) PERMANENT PRE_S For best results, use warm water for soaking stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. 1. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak product. 2. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 3. Turn clockwise to point to the number in the SOAK Cycle. 4. Pull the Cycle 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.
IfYouNeedServiceOrAssistance We suggestyoufollow thesefivesteps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
4. If you have a problem*... Call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number (see Step 2) and talk with one of our consultants, or if you prefer, write to: Mr. Donald Skinner Director of Customer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M-63 Benton Harbor, MI 49022 5. If you need FSP _ replacement parts*.. 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.
Whirlpool Automatic WasherWarranty AW003 LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP" replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials (including top and lid rust) 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 gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. The gearcase assembly is shown below.
