use&care guide WASHER • DRYER Models LT5005XM LT5009XM wave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Conditioners, Dehumidifiers, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Retrigerator-freez
Parts and features MODE NUMB AND SERIAL R PLATE TER Rt move the Consumer Buy Gui< e label. It will be easier to rt move before the was ler • dryer is used Yc J should wipe out the was ler basket ahd dryer drur I with a damp cloth be fore using to remove dust iron storing or shipping. Copy your Model and Serial INum lers here When you need service or call with a question, have this information ready:_____________________ 1.
Contents Page .,. 3 Your Responsibilities.. Safety............................. .. 4 Before Using Your Washer • Dryer ................ ... 5 WASHER Starting Your Washer. . What Happens in Each Cycle................................. Other Operating Instructions...................... Cleanirig the Lint Filter . ... 6 ... 8 ... 10 ... 10 DRYER Starting Your Dryer.......... .. 11 Operating Instructions .. 12 Selecting a Cycle............. .. 13 Page Drying Tips......................... . 14 Lint Screen.....
HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach Is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover. DO NOT let dust, lint, paper, rags, chemicals, etc., pile up around or under the appliance. DO NOT install the ap pliance against drapes or curtains. • FOR YOUR SAFETY • DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. NEVEIf put your hands into the washer until all metion stops.
DO NOT allow children DO NOT machine wash ALWAYS read and to operate or ploy or dry glass fiber mate follow instructions on with the washer. rials. Small particles packages of detergent can stick to fabrics and laundry aids ALWAYS store de washed and dried in especially warnings tergent, laundry aids following loads and and precautions and other materials in cause skin irritation. a cool, dry place where children can't reach them - in a locked cabinet, it possible.
Starting your washer Before starting your washer: ^ Select a 1. LOAD SIZE 1 Measure and add detergent 2, Place sorted load In washer, 3 Start washer. Select WATER 2. TEMPERATE RES hot cold r • Turn the knob to point at a setting thatdescribesthesizeofload you want to wash • The water level can be set for EX SMALL, MEDIUM or LARGE loads Select the water level that matches the load size See your "Laundry Guide" for details on load sizes.
To hold the washer lid up, lift the lid until it snaps past the latch. To release the lid, push the lid latch up. Select CYCLE and WASH TIME; 3. Start the washer 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.
What happens in each cycle Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics. Nunnbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH agitation time. When the CycieControi Knob issettoa numberand pulied out,the washer fiiis before agitation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns REGULAR HEAVY Cycle A cycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily to moderately soiled.
clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. NOTEiYou may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinhihg load to help with the rinsing.
Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin Your washer can be set to drain You may need an extra rinse and and spin out water spin for heavily soiled loads which • Push Control Knob in need more detergent. (Extra de • Turn clockwise to the bar )ust before tergent can require an extra rinse.) OFF See above drawing. • Push Control Knob in • Pull Control Knob out. • Turn clockwise to any • on the dial • The washer will drain and spin. See above drawing.
Starting your dryer Before starting your dryer, be sure laundry is sorted and loaded properly (see your "Laundry Guide"). Be sure the door is tightly closed. Select 1. CYCLE and TIIVIE Push the START Button regular ^ Turn the Control Knob either way to point to the time setting you want in the cycle you want. To stop and •3. restart the dryer The dryer will start tumbling when you push the START Button 4.
Operating instructions The automatic cycles The automatic cycles allow you to select the degree of dryness you prefer for the clothes being dried. The Control Knob moves and stops several times until the load reaches the dryness setting you selected. Then the knob automatically moves to OFF and tumbling stops. Use AUTOMATIC REGULAR to dry heavy and mediumweight cotton items. The load tum bles without heat during the iast 5 minutes. This helps make the load easierto handle.
Selecting a cycle SUGGESTED TYPE OF LOAD_____________________________________ CYCLE COnONS - LINENS EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts... HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, jeans, corduroys, AUTOMATIC work clothes .................................................................. REGULAR MEDIUMWEIGHTCOnONS-Sheets, pillowcases, cotton underwear, diapers ........................................
Drying tip§ AIR Setting Mixed loads T: le dryer does not heat when the Control Knob is set on AIR, This setting can be used to fluff bedding, plastic tablecloths, foam rubber pillaws, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc. When drying a load with different kinds and weights of fabrics, use the cycle suggested forthe lightest fabrics. When the dryer stops, remove dry items and reset the control. O WARNING: Drying plas tic or rubber items with heat may damage the items or be a FIRE HAZARD.
Lint screen Clean the lint screen betöre each load. A screen blocked by lint can increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD, The lint screen is inside the dryer p^n drum, on the straight back wall out, 1. Use the finger holes to pull t'le lih’ screen srraign- out WARNING: DO NOT run the dryer with the llht screen loose, damaged or missing Doing so can cause over heating, can damage fabrics and can be a FIRE HAZARD.
Caring for your washer • dryer Sharp or heavy objects should never be put on or in the washer or dryer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts, etc. When not washing, keep both water faucets turned off. This takes the pres sure off the water inlet valve and hoses. Some pretreatment products can damage dials, consoles and finish. Do not use these products on or near your washer or dryer. Cleaning dryer interior Never use the washer to...
Vacation care 1. Turn off botl" water faucets to take pressu 3 off inlet valves and hoses 2. Unplug pov or supply cord or turnoffelec ncal power supply. 3. Clean lint s< reen and lint filter. Install and store your washer/ dryer where it /on't treeze Because some water stays in the washer, freezing cand imageit. Ifyour washer/ dryer is stored or moved dur.ng freezing weati er, winterize it. 1. Shut off both water taucets Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2.
If you need service or assistance, we 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 ony kind.
2. If you need assistance*.. 4. Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE ° serv ice assistance teiephone number. Diai free from: Continentai U.S. . (800) 253-1301 Michigan............... (800) 632-2243 Aiaska & Hawaii (800) 253-1121 and talk with one of our trained Con sultants. The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory oper ation from your appliance or, if serv ice is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. If you need service*...
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