use&care guide AUTOMATIC WASHER Design 2000 Large Capacity Model LA5530XP I Ovens.
Parts and features LOAD SIZE SELECTOR LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER TEMPERATURE SELECTOR MAGIC CLEAN® LINT FILTER (not shown) CYCLE -CONTROL KNOB LIQUID BLEACH rc MODEL AND SERIAL ------- NUMBERPLATE (not shown) ------- AGITATOR V■ 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.
Your responsibilities Safety first Read this "Use and Care Guide" and your "Laundry Guide" care fully for important use and safety information. You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer... • is installed by a qualified installer. • is properly Installed dnd leveled on a floorthatcan support the weight* • is connected to the right kind of outlet, electric supply, water supply and drain* • is properly grounded* • is used only foriobs normally expeoted of home automatic washers.
Starting your washer Before starting your washer: Select a 1. LOAD SIZE ' Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. ' Set the knob on or between EX SMALL (a few items) and LARGE (a full load). 1, Measure and add detergent 2 Place sorted load in washer 3, Start washer Select WATER 2. TEMPERATLRES • Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabrics and soils being washed. • All rinses are cold.
Select CYCLE and WASH TIME; 3. Start the washer A. Push in the Control Knob and Stop on d number in the cycle you want. The numbers are min utes of wash time. The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR Cycle. turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. C. start the washer by pulling aut the Contrai Knob.
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 turns clock wise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends REGULAR HEAVY Cycle regular A cycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled.
KMTS/GENTLE Cycle A cycle for lightly soiled items that need a short wash and spin time Wash nylon hose in a net laundry bag. SOAK AND PRE-WASH Cycles Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recom mended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive The SOAK Cycle should always be fol lowed by a Wash Cycle. *1 IMPORTANT: THE WASHER WILL PAUSE BRIEFLY THROUGHOUT EACH CYCLE. These pauses are normal.
Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent (Extra de tergent can require an extra rinse ) • Push Control Knob in • Turn clockwise to any*onthedia See above drawing • Pull Control Knob out • The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes, drain and spin.
Liquid bleach dispenser Always measure bleach. Do not guess Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow directions on bottle for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling 1. Load the washer first. 2. Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser. DO NOT let bleach splash, drip or run down into the washer basket Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. 3.
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 iid 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.
Service or performance problems caused by the use of any product not manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation are the responsibility of the manufacturer of that product. Winterizing Because some water stays In the washer, freez ing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather,. 1. Shut off both water 2. Put a quart of faucets Discon nect and dram water inlet hoses automobile-type antifreeze in the basket. Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN (see page 10).
K 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 any kind.
2. K you need assistance*... 4. K you have a Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE® serv ice assistance telephone number. Dial free from: Continental U.S. . (800) 253-1301 Michigan............... (800) 632-2243 Alaska & Hawaii (800) 253-1121 Call our COOL-LINE service as sistance telephone number (see Step 2) and talk with one of our Consuitants, or if you prefer, write to: problem*... and talk with one of our trained Con sultants.
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