"_ _]_O] _ _ Appliances Use&Care Guide Temperature Load size selector selector Cycle knob control Model and serial -_ number plate (under lid) Bleach dispenser (models LA5510XT, I Ii fl LA6OIOXT) LA5610XT and Agitator Tub Basket Manual clean lint filter (inside agitator) (models LA5200XT and LA5280XT) MAGIC CLEAN ® lint filter (not shown) (all other models) LARGECAPACrIYTWOSPEEDAUTOMATICWASHERS LA5200XT LA5500XT LA5510XT LA5610XT LA6010XT SUPERCAPACITY TWO SPEEDAUTOMATICWASHER LA5280XT
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 cycle ................. MAGIC CLEAN ® lint filter .... Liquid bleach dispenser ...... Manual clean lint filter ....... If You Need Service Or Assistance .................. Whirlpool Automatic Washer Warranty ....................
Important SafetyInstructions • Read using all instructions the washer. before • NEVER wash items cleaned, washed, soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, or flammable fluids in the washer. The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION, ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics containing these materials. • NEVER allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children.
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. Startingyourwasher Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it. 1. Select a load size For models LA5200XT, LA5280XT and LA5500XT: • Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash.
3. Select cycle and wash time Start the washer • Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise. • Stop when the indicator on the knob's outer ring points to the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. (all models except LA5200XT and LA5280XT) PERMANENT PRESS • 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.
Operating Continued Instructions LA5500XT, LA5510XT, LA5610XT and LA6010XT cycles Regular/Heavy Regular/Normal Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled. Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. FILL to Selected Level WAS_._SMinutes .
Permanent Press/Normal Permanent Cycle Press/Light 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. A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. FI._ to Selected Level ....I LFILL to Selected Level J LWASH 6Minutes High Speed J LWASH 2 Minutes High Speed ..J WI.
Operating Continued Instructions LA5500XT, LA5510XT, LA5610XT and LA6010XT cycles continued Knits Gentle/Normal Knits Gentle/Light Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. ILL WAI._._ L,s°,, Lw,s. L_""'" Ls''" to Selected Level A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits. ] to Selected Level 4 Minutes Low Speed._.
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, LFILL WASH to Selected 4 Minutes High Speed PARTIAL DRAIN I REFILL Level No Agitation to Selected Level ......, After the partial drain, the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle.
Operating Continued Instructions LA5200XT and LA5280XT Regular/Heavy cycles Permanent A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. FILL to Selected Level Press/Normal Cycle A cycle designed for moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting in these items. Cycle J to Selected Level LWASH 8 Minutes High Speed J LWASH LWASH 6 Minutes Low Speed J Lw, s.
Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle 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 pre-soak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a wash cycle. A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. I FILL to Selected Level I .
OtherOperating Instructions Rinseandspin 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 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. Drainand spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 1.
MAGICCLEAN®lintfilter MAGIC CLEAN lint filter Basket interior (models LA5500XT, LA5510XT, LA5610XT, and LA6010XT) The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself. During agitation, wash and rinse water pass over the filter, separating lint from water. The collected particles of lint are then continuously spun away from the filter and washed out of the system at the end of the wash cycle. If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint collected in the tub or strainer.
IfYouNeedServiceOrAssistance We suggestyoufollow thesesteps: 1. Before calling for assistance... 2. If you need assistance*... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE _ service assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
4. If you need FSP" replacement parts*.. 5. If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved*... 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.
WhirlpoorAutomatic 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 an authorized Whirlpool sMservice 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.
