AUTOMATIC WASHER Super Capacity Model LA98OOXP Solid State Mark II Series Electronic Touch Control wave Ovens.
Parts and features LOAD SIZE SELECTOR \ POWER ON/OFF LEVER I LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER / MAGIC CLEAN’ LINT FILTER (not shown) SOLID STATE ELECTRONIC , TOUCH CONTROL LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER LIQUID BLEACH MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown) -- 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.
l-t%pOIl lsibilities 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 youi washer... l is installed by a qualified installer. 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.. is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers.
Starting your washer Select a 1. LOAD SIZE l l l 2. To change the setting on the LOAD SIZE SELECTOR, move the tab to RESET. Then move the tab to a setting that describes the size of the load you want to wash. Set the tab on or between HAND WASHABLE (a few small items) and EXTRA LARGE (a full load). See the “Laundry on load sizes. LOAD Guide” l l Move POWER / SWITCH TO ON. The REG/HEAVY Indicator Light will come on. You will have 8 seconds to touch a different FABRIC selector.
/ Select a 3. FABRIC selector A. Other selections. lf you want a cycle other than REG/ HEAVY, touch a different FABRIC selector within 8 seconds after turning on POWER SWITCH. C. l l l If an Indicator Light does not glow after a Selector is touched: The Selector was not touched on the lower half. Only touch Selectors in lower area beneath light. The Selector was not touched before the 8 second selection time ran out. The option you chose can’t be combined with the FABRIC selection. See pages 6 and 7.
4. Select WASH and RINSE OPTIONS A. The Electronic Controls are preset for a warm wash and cold rinse in every FABRIC selection. 6. Change wash and rinse temperatures by touching WASH OPTION gelectors. l You must touch an OPTION within 8 seconds after touching a FABRIC selection. l 5 10 for more tips OPTIONS to FABRIC Restarting . your washer Your washer will “remember” its cycle if you touch HOLD. It will not remember if there is a power interruption such as a blown fuse.
Using selections together A. The Electronic Controls are preset to help you choose selections for the best washing To protect some fabrics, your washer will not accept certain selections. 6. The indicator light glows and stays glowing. When this happens, your sei6ction has been accepted. The washer will use the FABRIC selection (and OPTIONS) you selected.
What happens in each FABRICselection Each FABRIC Selection has pre-set agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrtcs. All FABRIC Selections are preset to use warm wash water and cold rinse water. These temperatures can be changed by touching a WASH OPTION or RINSE OPTION Selector. REGULAR HEAb’Y Selection 7 A selection for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. DRAIN No Agitation 1. SET LOAD SIZE B -g heavy PERMANENT 2. TURN POWER ON 3.
Each of these options will be discussed on later pages. NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin padof the selection. In some selections, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing. OPTIONS: HOT or COLD WASH l SHORT WASH (IO mans wash ogltatlon) l EXTRA SHORT (5 mans wash agitation] . WARM RINSE l Znd.RlNSE l SUPER WASH can be used as a pre-wash l -Cold Wash Option OPTIONS: HOT or COLD WASH l SHORT WASH (8 mins. wash agitation) l EXTRA SHORT [5 mins.
What happens for each WASH option Use WASH Options to change the automatic WASH Options allow you to select different lengths and special wash cycles. settings in FABRIC selections. water temperatures, cycle SOAK Option Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent. 1. SET LOAD SIZE 2. TURN POWER ON 3.
. DISSOLVE DRY DETERGENT IN QUART OF WARM WATER BEFORE ADDING [OR USE LIQUID DETERGENT) l TURN POWER ON . TOUCH FABRIC AND OPTIONS NOTES: SOAK CYCLE automatically fills with warm water unless you touch COLD WASH. l SOAK CYCLE cannot be used with any other WASH Option or FABRIC Selection.
Wash time options Wash temperature If you touch a FABRIC selection without touching a time option, the washer will agitate for the time pre-set in the FABRIC selection: - REG/HEAVY 14 minutes - PERMIT PRESS 12 minutes - KNITS/GENTLE 8 minutes If You touch a FABRIC selection without touching a temperature option, the washer will fill with warm wash water. It will refill with cold rinse water. You can change the wash water temperature by selecting one of these options.
What happens for each RINSE option a warm rinse FABRIC selections are pre-set for cold rinse water. To get warm rinse water in REG/HEAVY and KNITS/GENTLE: 1. Move switch to POWER ON 2. Select LOAD SIZE 3. Touch FABRIC Selector 4. Touch WARM RINSE To protect permanent press tabrics, will not accept WARM RINSE. PERM’T PRESS Selector Extra rinse for towels, jeans or heavily extra detergent. The rinse temperature be the same as the first rinse.
Other operating Liquid bleach dispenser inst ructions 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.
I Caring for vour 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 drvI’ Wipe up spills right away. Spills can dull or damage the finish. REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Crose metal zippers. SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer.
Winterizing Because some water stays In the wosher, freezrng can cause a lot of damage If your washer IS stored or moved durrng the cold weather // 1. Shut off both water faucets Drsconneck and drain water Inlet hoses 2. Put a quart of . automobrle-type antrfreeze rn the basket 3. Touch ONLY page washer about to mrx freeze the SPIN option (see 13) Let the run for 30 seconds the antiand water ON To use the washer again.. . 1. Flush water popes and hoses 2. Connect hoses to the washer 3.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before calling for 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: Continental U.S. . (800) 253-1301 Michigan . . . . . . . (800) 632-2243 Alaska & Hawaii (800) 253-1121 and talk with one of ourtrained 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*. .. TECH-CARE * Service Companies.
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