AUTOMATIC WASHER Super Capacity Model LA7681XS
Contents Page PARTS AND FEATURES IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. Starting Your Washer What Happens in Each Cycle OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..
Additional Safety lnsfrucfions ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry place where children can’t reach them- in a locked cabinet if possible. ALWAYS read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laundry aids - especially warnings and precautions. HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover.
Operating instructions Starting Your Washer m ’ Be sure to measure and add detergent, then Place a sorted load in the washer before starting it. 1 . Select l l l Select 2 . WATER TEMPERATURES a LOAD SIZE 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]. To change the water level after the washer has started to till, turn the knob to RESET,then the desired water level.
Start the washer A. Push In the Control Knob an turn It to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. t B. C. Start the washer by pulling ut the Control Knob. The washe will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected te perature. After filling, the was er will agitate for the selected number of minutes. i D. 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.
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 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. Gentle Wash System For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESScycles, agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time. lpq,~~~ I Extra Rinse repeats FILL, RINSE, DRAIN and SPIN. 1 Extra Rinse repeats FILL, RINSE, DRAIN and SPIN.
PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle pilq~~~~~ REFILL lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these fabrics. KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL 0 COOL DOWN Cycle ~(z$J,pzJ rindicates pausing period. the machine is for a brief soak rindicates pausing period. the machine is for a brief soak washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits.
DRAIN No 4gitatloi WASH LOW Speed 1 NOTE: Always for permanent use cold rinse water press fabrics.
SOAK Cycle Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soa k additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be foilowed by a Wash Cycle. SUPER WASH Cycle Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal. Double the amount of detergent recommended when using the SUPER WASH Cycle.
Special care is needed when soaking laundry See your ‘Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. The washer will proceed to the REGULAR/HEAVYCycle. If you want a different cycle to follow SUPERWASH,push In the cycle control knob, turn to the cycle and time you want, pull knob out to start.
Other operating instructions Extra rinse option (automatic) For a rinse and spin (manual) For an automatic extra rinse in the REGULAR HEAVY or REGULAR NORMAL Cycles: l Flip the Extra Rinse button to the “ON” position before the REGULAR Cycle starts. The washer will automatically proceed into the extra rinse and spin after the REGULAR Cycle. 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.
1. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soa k product. 2. Push Control Knob in. 3. Turn clockwise to point at a number in the SOAK Cycle. Use the 4 minute mark for a pre-wash? 4. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will start. 5. When the cycle is over, add detergent for the next selected wash cycle. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a Wash Cycle. For best results, use warm water for soaking or prewashing stained laundry Hot water can set stains.
Liquid fabric softener dispenser 1. Add detergent and load to the basket. 2. Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recommended on the bottle. 3. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. 4. Dilute fabric softener with hot water. Add enough hot water to fill the dispenser up to the opening. 5. Start the washer, Diluted fabric softener will be added to the load during the deep rinse portion of the cycle. NOTE: Do not stop the washer during this time.
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 R.V or automobile type antifreeze in the basket. 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see page 12). Let it run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water. ON To use the washer again... 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer. 3.
If you need ser vice or assistance, we suggest YOU follow these five steps: assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
2. If you need assistance%. Call Whirlpool 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 service?.. 4. If you have a problem%.
Notes
WHIRLPOOL” AUTOMATIC WMHER WARRANTY WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL AWOOl WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CAREm service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. The gearcase assembly is shown below.
