Use & Care Guide Temperature selector Load size selector Cycle control knob Model and serial number plate (under lid) Bleach dispenser Fabric softener dispenser Agitator Tub Basket MAGIC CLEAN* lint Alter (not shown) SUPER CAPACITY TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER LA9300XY LA9320XY
Contents Page Important Safety Instructions......... 3 Operating Instructions Starting your washer..........................4 What happens in each cycle............. 5 Other Operating Instructions Extra rinse option............................. 10 Rinse and spin.................................. 10 Drain and spin...................................10 Soak cycle.........................................11 Liquid bleach dispenser..................11 Liquid fabric softener dispenser...
Important Safety Instmctions ^WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or Injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions. Including the following: • Read all Instructions before using the washer. • NEVER wash items cleaned, wash ed, soaked in or spotted with wax, paint gasoline, or flammable fluids in the washer. The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics containing these materials.
Operating Instnictions Starting your washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it. 1. Select a load alza • Position the Load Size Selector at the setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. • The selector can be set anywhere on or between EX SMALL (a few small items) and EX LARGE (a full bad). • To change the water level after the washer has started to fill, slide the selector to RESET, then to the desired water level.
3. Seloct cycle and wash time Start the washer • Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise. • Stop when the indicator on the knob's outer ring points to the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. • Start the washer by pulling out the Cycie Control Knob. The washer will fill to the selected water level with the selected wash water tempera ture. The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling. Agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down.
Operating Instructions Continued Regular/Heavy Cycle Regular/Normal Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled.
Permanent Press/Normal Cycle Permanent Press/Ught Cycle A ^cle designed for moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items.
Operating Instructions Continued Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle Knits Gentle/Llght Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate herns and washable knhs.
Soak Cycle Super Wash Cycle A cycle that combines brief periods of agitation and soak time to loosen and remove heavy soils and stains. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive. The SOAK cycle should always be followed by a 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.
other Operating Instructions Extra rinse option You can automatically add an extra rinse and spin to the REGULAR cycle using the extra rinse option. • Touc^ Extra Rinse ON before the REGULAR (^cle starts. The washer will automatically go to an extra rinse and spin after the REGULAR cycle is completed. • If no extra rinse and spin is wanted in the REGULAR cycle, touch Extra Rinse OFF. Make sure the OFF indicator is showing.
Soak cycle ^ SOAK 14 OfF For best results, use warm water for pre-washing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. 1. Use recommended amount of presoak product or detergent. 2. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 3. Turn clockwise until indicator points to a number next to SOAK. 4. Pull Cycle 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.
other Operating Instructions continued 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 package. 3. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. 4. Dilute fabric softener with warm water. Add enough water to fill dispenser to the opening. 5. Start the washer. Diluted fabric softener will be added to the load during the final rinse. NOTE: Do not stop the washer during this time.
If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps: 1. Before calling for assistance ... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself wKhout tools of any kind.
4. If you need FSP* replacement parts*... 5. If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved*... FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality when ever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appli ance.
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WHIRLPOOL* Automatic Washer Warranty AW015 LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP* replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials (including top and lid rust) or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool®“ service company. UMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship.
