AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity 1 Model LA55ooxs dlcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltloners. Oehumldlflers. Automallc Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers.
Contents PARTS AND FEATURES . IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. Starting Your Washer What Happens in Each Cycle OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . Paae * 2 3 4 4 6 10 01987 Whirlpool For a Rinse and Spin For a Drain and Spin Cleaning the Lint Filter CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Winterizing IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE WASHER WARRANTY.. Page 10 10 10 11 12 13 16 Corporation Parts and features LOAD SIZE SELECTOR LAUNDRY INFORMATION CYCLE CONTROL TEMPERATURE SELECTOR -----.
Additional Safety Instructions ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry place where children can’t reach them- in a locked cabinet if possible. ALWAYS read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laundry aids - especially warnings and precautions. HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover.
Operating instructions Starting Your Washer m F ’ 1 . Select l l Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in lhe washer betore starting it. Select 2. a LOAD SIZE Turn the knob to point to a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. The water level can be set for SMALL (a few items], MED or LARGE (a full load). NOTE: Use the LARGE water level for best permanent press results.
3. Select CYCLE and WASH TIME; 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 B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle. D. To stop the washer at any time, the Control Knob. The washer will push in the Control Knob. To fill to the level you set with wash water.
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 aditation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns clock-wise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. REGULAR HEAVY Cycle DRAIN A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. In some cycles, cold 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 cycles, agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time. WASH cl Low Speed NOTE: Always for permanent use cold rinse water press fabrics.
PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle 1 1 P .- __. 1r-r- A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL Cycle washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. A lndlcater pausing period. the machine is for a brief soak KNITS/GENTLE LIGHT Cycle knits. SUPER WASH Cycle Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal.
7c RINSE High Speed rl WASH Low Speed NOTE: Always for permanent DRAIN ) Agi!%or use cold rinse water press fabrics. RINSE Low Speed The washer will proceed to the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle. If you want a different cycle to follow SUPER WASH, push in the cycle control knob, turn to the cycle and time you want, pull knob out to start.
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.) 1. Push Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any l on the dial. See above drawing. 3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin. Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. 1. Push Control Knob in. 2.
Caring for your washer OFF 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, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather... 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Put a quart of automotive-type antifreeze in the basket. To use the washer again... 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect hoses to the washer 3. Turn on the water faucets. 12 3. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see page 10).
If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five 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 Whlrlpool COOL-LINE@ servIce assistance telephone number. Dlal free from anywhere In the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained 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?..
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WHIRLPOOL” r AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP’s replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE” service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase assembly if defective in materials or workmanship. The gearcase assembly is shown below.
