Model and serial number plate (under lid1 Lid instructions Water -v - level selector (LC4900XT) Temperature selector Manual clean lint filter (inside agitator) CONVERTIBLECOMPACTTWOSPEED AUTOMATlCWASHERLC4900XT COMPACTTWOSPEED AUTOMATlCWASHERLC4500XT
Contents Page Important Safety Instructions. Washer Connections (Model LC4900XT) Portable one faucet connection Portable two faucet connections Permanent installation Operating Instructions Starting your washer What happens in each cycle Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin Drain and spin Soak cycle Pre-wash cycle Cleaning the lint filter If You Need Service Or Assistance, Whirlpool Automatic Washer Warranty. 3 4 5 5 6-7 7-10 11 11 11 12 12 Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance.
ImportantSafetyInstructions injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following: l l l l l l l give off vapors that can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. l If hot water has not been used recently (usually 2 weeks or longer), hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or damage, before using your washer, turn on all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes.
WasherConnections (ModelLC49OOXT) Portableonefaucet connection Use the hose connector provided with the washer for a one faucet connection. To connect l l l l connector l washer: Lift the hoses off the storage rack on the back of the washer. Attach the hose connector to the faucet adapter by pulling down on the locking collar while lifting up on the connector, until it snaps into place. Slowly turn the water faucet on all the way.
Portabletwo faucet connections If you have two separate water inlet hoses and a drain hose, your washer can be connected to both hot and cold water faucets. Connecting the washer: l Connect the hot and cold water inlet hoses to the hot and cold faucets. l Secure the drain hose to the sink or standpipe. l Plug the power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet. To disconnect the washer: Turn water faucets off. l Unplug power cord and return it to storage area. l Disconnect the drain water supply hoses.
OperatingInstructions The drawings in lhis book may vary slightly from your washer model. They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book. NOTE: Your model may not include all the features shown. Startingyourwasher Read “Important Safety Instructions” on page 3 before starting your washer. Be sure to measure and add deteraent. then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it. ” model LC4900XT 1.
model LC4900XT For model LC4900XT with one faucet connection: l Set Temperature knob to MANUAL SELECT area. This allows you to adjust the water temperatures at the faucet. l See pages 8-10 for details on changing water temperatures at the faucet. 3. Select cycle and wash time Start the washer l Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it to the right. l Stop on the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. l Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Control Knob.
Operating Continued Instructions Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily to moderately soiled. to Selected Level Permanent Press Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily to moderately soiled. to Selected Level 2 Minutes High Speed REFILL COOL-DOWN For model LC49OOXT NOTE: Adjust faucet for rinse water temperature before fill for deep rinse if using single faucet connection.
Gentle Knits Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins delicate items and washable knits. FILL Soak Cycle (model LC4500XT) Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra prelreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a Wash Cycle.
Soak or Pre-Wash Cycles (model LC4900XT) Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergenl or pre-soak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a Wash Cycle. Super Wash Cycle (model LC4900XT) Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal. Double the amount of detergent recommended when using the SUPER WASH Cycle.
OtherOperatingInstructions Rinseandspin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated. 3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level, agitate, drain and spin. Drainandspin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special-care items by removing excess water. 1.
washer will start. 5. When the cycle is over, add detergent for the next selected wash cycle. The PRE-WASH Cycle should always be followed by a wash cycle. NOTE: See the Laundry Guide for additional pre-washing information. Cleaningthe lint filter Clean the filter after every load for the best filtering results. NOTE: The load type will vary the amount of lint build-up. Agitator barrel y , To clean: 1. Lift off the agitator barrel. 2. Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barrel.
If YouNeedServiceOrAssistance We suggestyou follow thesesteps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any krnd. If your washer does not fill: 9 Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? . Are both water faucets open? l Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box? l Are the water supply hoses kinked? .
If You Need Service Continued Or Assistance 4. If you need FSP- replacement parts:.. FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance.
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Whirlpool”Automatic WasherWarranty s LENGTH AWOO OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials (Including top and lid rust) or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpools” service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any gearcase assembly if defective or workmanship. The gearcase is shown below.
