AUTOMATIC WASHER Design 2000@ Super Capacity Model LA559lXP L I wave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Conditioners. Oehumidllierr. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers.
Parts and features LA,UNDRY .I... .VIA.I LOAD INFOKMAIIUN SIZE CENTER SELECTOR pr, rmTr\n JCLCLIVK / // \ TEMPERATURE / /- MAGIC CLEAN’ LINT FILTER (not shown) CYCLE ,CONTROL YNAR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown) -AGITATOR - BASKET TUB 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.
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 qualifiedinstaller. 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.
Before starting your washer: 1 Measure and add detergent. 2. Place sorted load in washer. 3. Start washer. Select 1. LOAD l l a SIZE 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 items) and EX LARGE (a full load). LOAD SIZES AND For best cleaning results, load must be able to move in the water. Too big a load little water can cause wear tearing of load items. ‘Approximate fill with load.
a 3. Select CYCLE and WASH Start the washer TIME; A. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. B. Stop C. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temperature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes. D. on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time.
What happens in each cycle* Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different 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 clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends- HEAVY Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed with the rinsing.
PERMANENT PRESS LdGHT Cycle A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and synthetic items. The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. KNITS/GENTLE Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins delicate items and washable knits. A Indicafes fhe machlne is pauslng for a brief soak perlod. PRE-WASH Cycle Use for prewashing heavily soiled or stained loads that need extra pretreatment before the wash cycle. Use recommended amount of detergent or presoak additive.
SPIN LOW RINSE High speed 1j.PraY ‘I”‘““‘1 ‘IR’““I’U WASH Low Speed NOTE: Always permanent use cold rlnse water press fabrics. 1,1 SPIN Hlgh Speed for I rl 7 DRAIN No Agltatlon I Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing See your “laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. laundry.
Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and Your washer can be set to drain spin for heavily soiled loads which and spin out water. l Push Control Knob in. need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.) l Turn clockwise to the bar just before l Push Control Knob in. OFF in any cycle. See above l Turn clockwise to any. on the dial. drawing. See above drawing. l Pull Control Knob out. l Pull Control Knob out.
Caring for your wrasher 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 dr! Wipe up spills right away. Spills con dull or damaae 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. Check pockets for bolts.
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 fl ANREEIZ QFP 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Put a quart of automobile-type antifreeze in the basket. 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see pagelo). Let it run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. ON b1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer. 3.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: L Before calling for assistance...
2. If you need assistance*... 4. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ servIce assistance telephone number. Dial free from: Continental U.S. . (800) 253-1301 Michigan . . . . . . . . (800) 632-2243 Alaska 81 Hawaii (800) 253-1121 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 service*...
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