AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Model LASOOXM
Parts and features .AUNDRY 1-m.. ._.A., TEMPERATURE SELECTOR \ !-k&m / KNOB SERIAL ‘LATE (not shown) - LINT FILTER - 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. \ Copy your Model and Serial Numbers When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready: 1.
Your responsibilities 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 your washer... l is installed by a qualifiedinstaller. 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 1. Measure and add detergent 2. Place sorted load in washer. 3. Start washer. Before starting your washer: Select a 1. LOAD SIZE l l 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 items) and LARGE (a full load). See your “Laundry on load sizes. : LOAD ’ 2. Guide” l l Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabrics and soils being washed. All rinses are cold.
3. Start the washer I A. C. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. Start the washer by pulling oui 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. I B. D. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows 8 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR HEAVY 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 start. After agitation starts, the knob turns REGULAR HEAVY Cycle High agitation and spin speeds help remove heavy soils and spin water from heavy or sturdy cotton fabrics.
clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. NOTE:You may hear the sound of water spraying some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed help with the rinsing. during the spin parts of on the spinning load to DRAIN No Agltation I 7 DRAIN No Agitation SOAK 8 Minutes No Agitation WASH 2 Minutes Low Speed SOAK Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing See your’laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. laundry.
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 detergent can require an extra rinse.] l Push Control Knob in. l Turn clockwise to any* on the dial. See above drawing. l Pull Control Knob out. l The washer will fill to selected level with cold water,agitate 2 minutes, drain and spin. For agitation and spin speeds Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water.
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, freezina can cause a lot of damaqe. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather. 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. To use the washer 2. Put a quart of automobile-type antifreeze in the basket. again.. . 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer. 3. Turn on the water faucets. 10 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN [see page 8).
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.
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