AUTOMATIC WASHER Design 2000” La;ze,Capacity LA546OXP Wave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Condltmners. Oehumldlllxs. Automatic Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers.
Parts and features LAUNDRY TEMPERATURE MAGIC CLEAN@ LINT FILTER (not shown) CYCLE 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. Copy your Model and Serial Numbers When vouneed 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 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.* l is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers.
Starting your washer Before starting your washer: 1. Measure and add detergent. 2. Place sorted load in washer. 3. Start washer. l The water level can be set for SMALL [a few items1 or LARGE [a full load]. NOTE: Use the LARGE water level for best permanent press results. LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS For best cleaning results, load must be able to move in the water. Too big a load little water can cause wear tearing of load items. *Approximate fill with load. 4 .
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. B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR Cycle. C. Start the washer by pulling out 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. D.
What happens in each cycle* Each cycle has been 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 aaitation and timina starts. After aaitation starts, the knob turns clockwise until it p&s to OFF and tie cycle ends.- REGULAR HEAVY Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed with the rinsing.
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; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin. Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water. l Push Control Knob in.
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 SHARPOBJECTS 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. To use ihe washer 2. Put a quart of automobile-type antifreeze in the basket. again.. . I. 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: L Before calling for assistance... Performance problems of-ten result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your washer does not fill: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? .
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