use&care guide WASHER*DRYER Electric Models LT5000XS LT5004XS Gas Model LT5100XS Microwave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Conditioners. Oehumidifiers. Automatic Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers.
Parts and features MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE LINT SCREEN DRYER DRUM WASHER CONTROLS DRYER CONTROLS WASHER LID LATCH OPTIONAL EXHAUST OUTLET LINT FILTER (Not Shown) BASKET AGITATOR TUB Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label. It will be easier to remove before the washer»dryer is used. You should wipe out the washer basket and dryer drum with a damp cloth be fore using to remove dust from storing or shipping.
Contents Page PARTS AND FEATURES . . .... 2 BEFORE USING YOUR WASHER'DRYER ............... ... 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. ... 4 WASHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................. ... 6 Starting Your Washer__ ... 6 What Happens in Each Cycle............................. ... 8 OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................. ... 12 For a Rinse and Spin___ ... 12 For a Drain and Spin___ ... 12 For a Soak or Pre-Wash . ... 12 Cleaning the Lint Filter .. ... 13 DRYER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....
Important safety instructions WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, eiectric shock, or injury fo persons when using your washer/dryer, follow basic precautions, inciuding the following: Read these Laundry Instructions for important use and safety information before using your washer/dryer. NEVER wash or dry iterлs cleaned, washed, soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline, or flammaple fluids in the washer. The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.
Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities NEVER operate the washer/dryer if... • it is networking right. ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord • it is damaged. before attennpting to service the wash- • parts are missing. er/dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is a • all panels are not in place. gas dryer. ALWAYS shut off fhe gas valve before leaving on vacation.
Washer operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer betöre starting it. PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR/ HEAVY Whjrlpóol c 1. Select a LOAD SIZE • Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. • The washer can be set for EX SMALL, MEDIUM or LARGE loads. Select the water level that matches the load size. ^ Select 2.
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; 0> Start the washer REGULAR/ SUPER WASH 2 1 OFF A. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. B. stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are min utes of wash time. The drawing shows 8 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle. C. Start the washer by pulling out D.
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 REGULAR HEAVY Cycle A cycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycie ends. NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycies. in some oycies, coid water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing. Gentle Wash System For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESS cycies, the agitation speed is reduced during the iast few minutes of wash time.
KNITS/GENTLE Cycle t KMTTS GEKTLE A cycle that gently washes and spins delicate items and washable knits. AIndicates the machine is pausing (ora brief soak period. SOAK and PRE-WASH Cycles » k 1 Pr< Pre-wash Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recom mended amount of deter gent. The SOAK Cycle setting begins here. (See page 12). should always be fol lowed by a Wash Cycle.
After the Partial Drain, the washer automatically refills and goes in the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle. Be sure to use enough detergent for the double wash. IMPORTANT; THE WASHER WILL PAUSE BRIEFLY THROUGHOUT EACH CYCLE. These pauses are normal. They allow for the reversing of the motor, normal washer operation, and the cool down portion of the PERMANENT PRESS Cycle.
Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiied ioads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.) Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. 1. Push Controi Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any • on the diai. See above drawing. 3. Puii Controi Knob out. The washer wili fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin. 1. Push Controi Knob in. 2.
Cleaning the lint filter Clean filter after every load for best filtering results. NOTE: The load type will vary the amount of lint build-up. To clean: 1. Lift off the agitator barrei. 2. Wash or wipe the fiiter ciean in the bottom of the agitator barrei. The filter is not removable. 3. Repiace the agitator barrei and snap into piace. Dryer operating instructions Starting Your Dryer Before starting your dryer, be sure iaundry is sorted and loaded properly, (see your "Laundry Guide").
4. Changing the Setting M To Stop and 3. Restart the Dryer The setting can be changed at any time by turning the Control Knob to a new setting. The Cycle Control Knob should point to an OFF area when the dryer Is not Is use. If the dryer Is stopped before the cycle Is finished, turn the Cycle Control Knob to an OFF area. To stop, open the door (or turn the Control Knob to the OFF area). To restart, close the door and push the START Button.
Timed drying Use the TIMED DRYING Cycles for any load you want to dry by time. • Turn the Control Knob to the number of minutes you want - from 10 to 50. • The last 10 minutes of this cycle are without heat - a cool-down time. This helps make the load easier to handle. Selecting a Cycle TYPE OF LOAD COTTON-Unens EXTRA HEAVY - Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts . . . . HEAVYWEIGHT FABRICS - Towels, jeans, corduroys, work clothes......................................................................
Drying tips TUMBLE PRESS® Setting FLUFF AIR The dryer does not heat when the Control Knob is set on FLUFF AIR. This setting can be used to fluff bedding, piastic tablecloths, foam rubber pillows, stuffed toys, sneakers, etc. WARNING: Drying plastic or rubber items with heat may damage the items or be a FIRE HAZARD. Mixed loads When drying a load with different kinds and weights of fabrics, use the cycle suggested for the lightest fabrics. When the dryer stops,' remove dry items and reset the control.
Lint screen Clean the lint screen before 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 the lint screen straight out. WARNING: DO NOT run the dryer with the lint screen loose, damaged, blocked or missing. Doing so can cause overheating, damage fabrics and be a FIRE HAZARD. O 2. Lightly squeeze the body, as shown, while pulling the cover off. 3.
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. Never use the washer to... • • • • soak for more than 2 hours. soak with chlorine bleach. soak with vinegar or other acids.
Vacation care 1. Turn off both water faucets to take pressure off inlet valves and hoses. 2. Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical power supply. 3. Clean lint screen and lint filter. Winterizing Install and store your washer/dryer where it won't freeze. Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer/ dryer is stored or moved during freezing weather, winterize it. 1. Shut off both water 2. Put a quart of R.V faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
Kyou need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... • Thedrain hose should not fit tightly in the drain pipe. • Make sure that the Cycle Control Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle. Make sure the drain hose is higher than the water level in the washer. If It Isn’t... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind.
2« If you need assistanee*... Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE« serv ice assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere In the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained Con sultants. 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*...
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