use&care guide 'Whirlpool AUTOMATIC WASHER Design 2000® Large Capacity Modei LA5600XP wave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Conditioners. Dehumiditiers. Automatic Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers.
Parts and features LOAD SIZE SELECTOR LAUNDRY INFORMATION TEMPERATURE SELECTOR MAGIC CLEAN LINT FILTER (not shown) CYCLE CONTROL KNOB LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown) AGITATOR 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 Safety first Read this "Use and Care Guide" and your "Laundry Guide" care fully for important use and safety information. You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer... • is installed by a qualifiedinstaller.
Starting your washer Before starling your washer: 1 Measure and add detergent 2 Place sorted load in washer 3 Start washer Select a 1. LOAD SIZE • Turn the knob to point at a setting thatdescribesthesizeotload you want to wash. • Set the knob on or between EX SMALL (a few items) and LARGE (a full load). NOTE: Use the LARGE water level for best permanent press results. 2.
3. Select CYCLE and WASH TIME; 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 the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temperature. After tilling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are min utes 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.
KINITS/GEMLE Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins delicate items and washable knits SOAK AND PRE-WASH Cycles Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recom mended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive The SOAK Cycle should always be fol lowed by a Wash Cycle. IMPORTANT: THE WASHER WILL PAUSE BRIEFLY THROUGHOUT EACH CYCLE. These pauses are normal.
Other operating instructions You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra de tergent can require an extra rinse.) • Push Control Knob In. • Turn clockwise to any« on the dial. See above drawing. • Pull Control Knob out. • The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin. Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. • Push Control Knob in. • Turn clockwise to the bar just before OFF in any cycle. See above drawing.
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 avoid 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 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.
Service or performance problems caused by the use of any product not manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation are the responsibility of the manufacturer of that product. Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freezingcancausea lotot damage. It your washer Is stored or moved during the cold weather. 1. Shut off bofh wafer faucets. Discon nect and drain wafer inlet hoses. 2. Put a quart of automobile-type antifreeze in the basket To use the washer again... 1. Flush water pipes and hoses 2.
K you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: !• Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
4. If you have a 2. If you need problem*... assistance*... Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE® serv ice 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 Con sultants. The Consultant can instruct you in how to obta in satistactory oper ation from your appliance or, if serv ice is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. 3. If you need service*...
Whirlpool Home ^ Appliances Making your world a little easier. Part No. 388519 (©1986 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A.
