use&care guide AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Models LA5710XP and LA5715XP Microwave Ovens Trash Co mp act ors Room Air Co nditi oners Dehumidifiers.
Parts and features LOAD SIZE SELECTOR LAUNDRY CYCLF TEMPERATURE CONTROL CENTER .SELECTOR________ KNOB LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER LINT FILTER r: ------------- --- ^------------- NUMBER PLATE (not shown) AGITATOR BASKET \ r-' A - 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 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 instailed by a quaiifiedinstaller. • is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight,* • is connected to the right kind of outlet, electric supply, water supply and drain.* • is properly grounded * • is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers.
Starting your washer Before starting 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 that describes the size of load you wantto wash. • Set the knob on or between EX SMALL (a few items) and LARGE (a full load). See your "Laundry Guide" for details on load sizes. Select WATER 2. TEMPERATURES • Match the wash and rinse water temperatures to the type of fab rics and soils being washed.
I \HC;h ( AI*\CITY 2 Spi'fiJ b ( >» If I’i'rmjnrni Prfs^ C.iM>] Down C'arf v-wash /vulv ,, Select CYCLE and WASH TIME; 3. Start the washer r,>;ul.,7 -10/ 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 filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes. B.
What happens in each cycle* Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the diai in each cycie 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 ciockwise until it points to OFF and the cycie ends. REGULAR HEAVY Cycle A cycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
KNITS/GENTLE Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins delicate items and washable knits. Wash nylon hose in a net laun dry bag. t 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.
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 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 till to seleoted level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin. Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. • 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 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 if touches. 3. Start the washer.
The SUDS-MISER® System For Model LA5715XP Your washer has the SUDS-MISER® System. It has two drain hoses One hose moves a portion of used wash water into a storage tub and moves it back into the washer for use during the next wash. The other hose carries water to another tub with an open drain, or to a standpipe drain. The storage tub should hold at least 20 gallons (76 liters). If you do not want to re-use wash water, leave the stopper out of the storage tub so the water drains away.
Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water taucets 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 wafer stays in the washer, freez ing cancausea lotofdamage. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather... 1. Shut off both water faucets. Discon nect 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 page 10).
If you need service or assistance, ne suggest you follow these four steps: L Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
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