AUTOMATIC WASHER Super Capacity Model LA558OXS s. MIcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Condfitloners. Oehumldlflers. Aulomatlc Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers.
Parts and features LOAD SIZE SELECTOR LAUNDRY INFORMATION _--_.er- / TEMPERATURE SELECTOR /CtNIv MAGIC CLEAN I-..IN1 . . FIITFR . .-.-.. (not shown) CYCLE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown) 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 responsibilitie 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: l 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 the washer. Select a 1. LOAD SIZE l l 2. Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. Set the knob anywhere on or between EX SMALL (a few small items] and EX LARGE (a full load). NOTE: Use the EX LARGE water level for best permanent press results. Select WATER TEMPERATURES Match the wash and rinse water temperature to the type of fabrics and soils being washed.
3. Start the washer A. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. C. Start the washer by pulling out B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle. D. To stop the washer at any time, the Control Knob. The washer will push in the Control Knob. To fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temperature.
What happens in each cycle* Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed fordifferent 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 clock-wise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. REGULAR HEAVY Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing. For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESScycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time.
PERMANENT b PRESS LIGHT Cycle I A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items, KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL Cycle ~~~~~}~~ A Indicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak period. washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. GHT Cycle I ~~~~~~~II i A Indicates the machine is pauslng for a brief soak period.
1r FILL for Deep DRAIN No \gitotior RINSE High 1 Speed DRAIN No Agitation Rinse WASH Low Speed FILL for Deep Rinse -DRAIN No Agitation I- SPIN Low Speed I-G-l for )I II Deep Rinse I 1 The washer will proceed to the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle. If you want a different cycle to follow SUPER WASH, push in the cycle control knob, turn to the cycle and time you want, pull knob out to start.
Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin For a drain 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.) 1. Push Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any l on the dial. Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. 1. Push Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle. See See above drawing. 3. Pull Control Knob out.
Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off, this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. AFTER 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 automotive-type antifreeze in the basket. To use the washer again... 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer 3. Turn on the water 12 faucets. 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see page IO). Let it run for about 30 second.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems oflen result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
2. If you need as&stance%. Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE servIce assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: l-800-253-1301 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 senice’k...
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WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WMHER W-T-Y LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Dote of Purchase FSP- replacement parts ond repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE’ service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement case assembly workmanship.
