Use& CareGuide Temperature selector Model and serial (under lid) Bleach dispenser MAGIC CLEANe lint filter (not shown) SUF?ERCAPAClTYTWOSPEED AUTOMATICWASHERS LA5578XT LA558OXT lA5668XT LA6058XT
Contents Important Safety Instructions.. Operating Instructions Starting your washer What happens in each cycle Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin Drain and spin Liquid bleach dispenser MAGIC CLEAN8 lint filter Loading Loading suggestions If You Need Service Or Assistance. Whirlpool Automatic Washer Warranty.................... Page 3 4-5 5-9 IO 10 11 11 12 12 Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this product.
Important SafetyInstructions . Read all instructions before using the washer. l NEVER wash items cleaned, l l l l l 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 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 l Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise. l Stop when the indicator on the knobs outer ring points to the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. l 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.
Operating Continued Instructions Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. to Selected Level 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 Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. Alndicates Knits Gentle/Light Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits. to Selected Level to Selected Level 4 Minutes Low Speed 2 Minutes Low Speed Low Speed, Spray Rinse Low Speed, Spray Rinse that machine is pausing for a brief soak period.
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. to Selected Level 4 Minutes High Speed J I I After the partial drain, the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle. Be sure to use enough detergent for the double wash.
OtherOperatingInstructions 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 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 2-4 minutes depending on the cycle selected, drain and spin.
Liquid bleachdispenser 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 drspenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip or run down into washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. 3. Start the washer.
Other Operating Continued Instructions Loading Loadingsuggestions Proper loading of your machine will help your clothes last longer, produce better cleaning results, help prevent off balance loads and vibrating during spin. l Load by the amount of space items take up, not by their weight. l Drop items loosely. Fill to the top of the basket, but do not pack. Do not wrap around agitator. l Mix large and small items in each load. l Load evenly.
If YouNeedServiceOrAssistance We suggestyou follow thesesteps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
If You Need Service Continued Or Assistance 4.IfyouneedFSP” 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. 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.
Notes
Whirlpool’Automatic WasherWarranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED TEN-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase 1 FSPO 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. FSP replacement parts for any gearcase assembly if defective or workmanship.
