AUTOMATIC WASHER Design 2000@ Suopee;Capacity LA5599XP s Microwave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Condllloners. Uehum~d~l~ers. Aulomallc Washers.
Parts and features LAI JNDRY . .--_ SE!FR TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Ty,CEiL MAGIC CLEAN@ LINT FILTER (not shown) /A MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown) / LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER an-iv I 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.
Your responsibilities 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 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 items] and EX LARGE (a full load]. l l Select WATER TEMPERATURES Match the wash 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. B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR Cycle. 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.
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 construtted fabrics that are heavily soiled.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying some cycles.
PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle I 0 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 COOL DOWN Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins delicate items and washable knits. A Indicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak period. PRE -WASH Cycle Use for pre-washing heavily soiled or stained loads that need extra pretreatment before the wash cycle.
r DRAIN No Agltatlon ----SPIN Low Speed 1 Spray Rinse IUUUL ) ijig ) SFd NOTE: Always use cold rinse water permanent press fabrics ) AIs!In ) ;& for DRAIN No Agitation DRAIN No Agitation 1 WASHER STOPS Select Wash Cycle Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing See your “laundry Guide” tar 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 spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.) l Push Control Knob in. l Turn clockwise to any. on the dial See above drawing. l Pull Control Knob out. l The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin. Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water l Push Control Knob in.
Liquid bleach dispenser 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 ovoid spilling. 1. Load the washer first 2. Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser. DO NOT let bleach splash, drip or run down into the washer basket. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. 3. Start the washer.
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 SHARPOBJECTS 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.
stored or moved during 1. Shut off both water faucets Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses the cold weather 2. Put a quart of automobile-type antifreeze in the basket. 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see page IO). Let it run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. r-n ON To use the washer again.. . I. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer 3. Turn on the water faucets. 4.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: l. Before calling for assistance... Performance from little things yourself without If your washer problems oflen result you can find and fix tools of any kind.
2. If you need assistance*... Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE s’ service assistance telephone number. Dial free from: Continental U.S. . (800) 253-1301 Michigan . . . . . . . . (800) 632-2243 Alaska & Hawaii (800) 253-1121 and talk with one of our trained Consultants. The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operatron from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. If you need service*... WhIrlpool has ess/- 3.
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