Whirlpool LA78OOXS User's Manual
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1. Phone Number Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card furnished with this product Important safety instructions O including the following WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your washer follow basic precautions Read these Laundry Instructions for important use and safety information before using your washer NEVER wash items cleaned washed soaked in or spotted with wax paint gasoline or flammable fluids in the washer The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics con taining these materials NEVER allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the washer Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children When discarding an old washer ALWAYS remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment NEVER put your hands into the washer until all motion stops If the lid is opened while the basket is spinning the basket will automatically stop in a few seconds DO NOT tamper with controls NEVER use or store flammable fluids dry cleaning solvents gasoline ker osene in or near your washer Do not add flammable fluids to the wash water These substances give off va pors that can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION WARNING If hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes HYD2. Any labor costs during the limited warranties WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange GEARCASE ASSEMBLY COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY Part No 3349144 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
3. 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 Minutes Low Speed Minutes High Speed NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 Acycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled REGULAR NORMAL Cycle EXTRA RINSE OPTION WASH 6 Minutes Low Speed Minutes High Speed REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moder ately soiled PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle PARTIAL DRAIN Pause WASH 4 REGULAR CYCLE i 7 Minutes REFILL A cycle designed for mod erately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics The cool down DOWN rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items COOL 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 the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time EXTRA RINSE SNOILONALSNI ONILVAIdO it selected page 12 Extra Rinse repeats FILL RINSE DRAIN and SPIN Extra Rinse repeats FILL RINSE DRAIN and SPIN WASH NOTE A
4. home s main fuses or circuit breaker box e Are the water supply hoses kinked e is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out If your washer does not spin e Is the lid closed e is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage e Have you checked you home s main fuses or circuit breaker box If your washer stops during a cycle e Remember the washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle These pauses are normal If your washer fills and drains without running e 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 e The washer may seem to be drain ing during wash and rinse cycles e Water can siphon out See Installa tion Instructions A I m a O gt a m nm lt O c zZ m m O Ea a lt O m O 7 gt vv vw z gt zZ O m 2 If you need assistance 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 Consulfant 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 Whirlpool has a lt nationwide network Whirlpool of franchised TECH CARE Service Com
5. with the remain ing soapy wash water This will cause stains Do not put detergent 4 Add detergent and load to the in the liquid fabric softener basket dispenser 2 Add liquid fabric softener fo the 6 If dispenser needs cleaning flush dispenser using the amount recom with hot water NOTE Do not wash mended on the bottle clothes with dispenser removed 3 Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load MAGIC CLEAN lint filter The lint filter in your washer cleans itself Collected lint is drained away with the wash and rinse water If your washer drains into a tub remove any lint collected in the drain or strainer Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING keep both AFTER WASHING use a soft dry cloth to water faucets turned off thistakesthe wipe the outside and inside dry Leave pressure off the water inlet valve and the lid up until the basket is dry Wipe hoses Up spilis right away Spills can dull or damage the finish REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins buckles etc from clothes before washing Close metal zippers Q L m xa o m za Z 9 zZ s wn Cc O oO zZ O gt DS Z O mn o lt Q Lem 7 5 nn L m a MN SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer Check pocket for bolts nuts tools etc NEVER USE THE WASHER TO e store wet or dry laundry e soak for more than 2 hours e soak with chlorine bleach e soa
6. FECH CARE panies TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE service technicians are trained fo fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assis tance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XY2 SERVICE CO 129 MAPLE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 999 9999 123 MAPLE 999 9999 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CAAE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 18 4 if you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service as sistance telephone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Robert Stanley Division Vice President Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 5 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 specifi
7. ROGEN 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 This will allow gases to escape Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer e is installed repaired and parts re placed by a qualified person e is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight e is connected to the right kind of out let electric supply water supply lelaleie e atei e is properly grounded e is properly maintained e is protected from the weather and kept where the temperature will not fall below freezing See the Installation Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities 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 laun dry aids especially warnings and precautions HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chiorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord before attempting to service the washer DO NOT machine wash glass fiber materials Smail particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritati
8. cations used to build every new Whirlpool appliance If you must call or write please pro vide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This infor mation is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE Notes WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair laborto WARRANTY correct defects in materials or workmanship From Date of Purchase 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 gear case assembly if defective in materials or workmanship The gearcase assembly is shown below LIMITED TEN YEAR FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack WARRANTY or fail to contain water due to defective From Date of Purchase materials or workmanship WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the washer 2 Instruct you how to use the washer 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing B Repairs when washer is used in other than normal single family household use Pick up and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to washer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool
9. e wash or pre soak before washing in warm water results LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS For best cleaning results the load must be able to move freely CAUTION in the water Too big a load or too DO NOT little water can cause wear or OVERLOAD WASHER tearing of load items EX LARGE 21 7 gals 82 1 L MEDIUM 16 8 gal 63 6 L EX SMALL 11 9 gal 45 0 L Approximate fill with load FF 10 norma PERMANENT 6 LIGHT PRESS REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 E SUPER WASH 4 KNITS GENTLE PRE WASH 4 SOaK 14 OFF PULL START PUSH STOP Select CYCLE and WASH TIME 3 Start the washer REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 E A Push in the Control Knob and turn B Stop on a number inthe cycle it to the right It must be pushed in you want The numbers are min and turned only clockwise utes of wash time The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle C Startthe washer by pulling out 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 restart the washer pull out the water of the selected temper Control Knob ature After filling the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes O m 70 gt z zZ n o O O Z 77 What Happens in Each Cycle Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics Numbers on the dial in
10. eavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment Use recom SOAK 14 OFF mended amount of detergent or pre soak additive The SOAK Cycle should always be fol lowed by a Wash Cycle PRE WASH 4 SUPER WASH Cycle Gem Vse for washing heavily REGULAR soiled loads that require maximum soil removal ENET Double the amount of Heavy 14 detergent recommended when using the SUPER SUPER WASH 4 WASH Cycle 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 SOAK WASHER 8 STOPS Minutes i Select Wash Cycle Pre wash setting begins here see page 13 Special care is needed when soaking or pre washing laundry See your Laundry Guide for proper use of this cycle PARTIAL REFILL 1 o 9 m tac 2 Z zZ s aci c O fe zZ n Other as or PERMANENT 10 NORMAL PRESS NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 i I Extra rinse option automatic For an automatic extra rinse in the REGULAR HEAVY or REGULAR NORMAL Cycles o Flip the Extra Rinse button to the ON position before the REGULAR Cycle starts The washer will auto matically proceed into the extra rinse and spin after the REGULAR Cycle If no extra rinse and spin is wanted in a REGULAR Cycle make sure the button is in the OFF position For a
11. k with vinegar or other acids SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can e soak or store urine soaked damage washer and dryer dials con clothes soles and finishes Do not use these products on or near your washer or dryer 15 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 freezing can cause qa lot of damage If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather Shut off both water 2 Put a quar of R V 3 Set the washer fora faucets Disconnect or automobile type DRAIN and SPIN and drain water antifreeze in the see page 12 Let it inlet hoses basket run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water Run the washer through a com plete cycle with To use the washer again one cup of deter 4 Flush water pipes and hoses gent to clean out 2 Connect hoses to the washer the antifreeze 3 Turn on the water faucets If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these five steps Hd Z 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind If your washer does not fill e is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage e Are both water faucets open e Have you checked your
12. lways use cold rinse water Low for permanent press fabrics Speed 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 PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle PARTIAL DRAIN PERTRA RINSE Minutes Pause High Speed a REFILL A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent COOL press and some synthetic DOWN fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items KNITS GENTLE NORMAL Cycle WASH 2 Minutes e Nomai S KNITS GENTLE ROME alndicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak A cycle that gently period washes and spins moder ately soiled delicate items and washable knits KNITS GENTLE LIGHT Cycle A SOAK 2 Minutes Minutes LIGHT KNITS GENTLE alndicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak A cycle that gently period washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits WASH NOTE Always use cold rinse water Low for permanent press fabrics Speed 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 SNOILDNALSNI ONILWaadO SOAK and PRE WASH Cycles Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove h
13. n extra rinse in other cycles see For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin OFF PERMANENT 10 NORMAL PRESS REGULAR NORMAL 10 MEAVY 14 E SUPER WASH 4 Q Vian orr 6 NORMAL 9 LIGHT nea a ih KNITS GENTLE SOAK 14 OFF operating instructions OFF PERMANENT lesi PRESS REGULAR P N REGULAR CYCLE ENTRA MSE OFF NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 i D E SUPER WASH 4 A i ON eg pmi ore A 6 NORMAL LIGHT i KNITS GENTLE PRE WASH 4 SOAK 14 OFF For a rinse and spin manual You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent Extra detergent can require an extra rinse 4 Push Control Knob in 2 Turn clockwise to any e 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 4 Push Control Knob in 2 Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle See above drawing 3 Pull Contro Knob out The washer will drain and spin For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle see pages 6 11 For a soak or pre wash permanent 1 Use recommended amount of oF 10 NORMAL oy SUCHT s detergent or pre soak product Important See additional care information in your Laundry Guide 9 I rm 7 REGULAR weit 2 Push Control Knob in Q RARI 3 Turn clockwise to point at a number fis weavy 14 i i
14. n the SOAK Cycle Use the 4 minute BS mark for a pre wash ta pr 4 Pull Control Knob out The washer will start KNITS GENTE 5 When the cycle is over add Zz detergent for the next selected 3 For best results use warm water wash cycle The SOAK Cycle c for soaking or pre washing stained should always be followed by a O laundry Hot water can set stains Wash Cycle O z 77 To start soak or pre wash with agitation the Control Knob must point to a number in the SOAK Cycle 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 Load the washer first 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 Start the washer Bleach will be diluted automatically during the wash part of the cycle For more information on bleaching see your Laundry Guide 13 Liquid fabric softener dispenser 4 Dilute fabric softener with hot water Add enough hot water to fill the dis penser up to the opening 5 Start the washer Diluted fabric softener will be added to the load during the deep rinse portion of the cycle NOTE Do not stop the washer during this time If you do the softener will mix
15. on You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer e is used only for jobs normally ex pected ofhome automatic washers e is not run by children or anyone un 3 able to operate it properly SNOILONALSNI Al3IVS INVIZOdINI e SIINIVII ANY SlaWd Operating instructions Starting Your Washer ED Be sure to measure and add detergent then place TE a sorted load in the washer before starting it ARM COLD wah cop Warm COLO COLD SUPER CAPACITY IMPERIAL 2 SPEED 9 CYCLE MAGIC CLEAN FILTER GENTLE wal WASH SYSTEM EE EE eee ee eee INFINITE WATER SAVING ENERGY SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOR TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Select 2 WATER TEMPERATURES was WARM COLO coLD EI LARGE RESET e Turn the knob to point at a setting e Select wash and rinse water tem that describes the size of load you peratures by pushing a button want to wash e This drawing shows a warm wash e Setthe knob anywhere on or be top temperature and cold rinse tween EX SMALL a few small items bottom temperature selection and EX LARGE a full load Recommended wash temperatures e To change the water level after the washer has started to fill turn the knob can be found in your Laundry Guide to RESET then the desired water level IMPORTANT Use warm water with the PERM T PRESS or KNITS NOTE Use the EX LARGE water GENTLE cycles For heavily level for best permanent press soiled permanent press or knit clothes pr
16. use amp care guide AUTOMATIC WASHER Super Capacity Model LA7800XS Contents PARTS AND FEATURES For a Drain and Spin IMPORTANT SAFETY For a Soak or Pre Wash INSTRUCTIONS Liquid Bleach Dispenser OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fabric Softener Dispenser Starting Your Washer MAGIC CLEAN Lint Filter What Happens in Each Cycle CARING FOR YOUR WASHER OTHER OPERATING Winterizing INSTRUCTIONS IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR Extra Rinse Option ASSISTANCE For a Rinse and Spin WASHER WARRANTY 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY CYCLE MAGIC CLEAN SIZE INFORMATION TEMPERATURE Son ve FILTER SELECTOR SELECTOR not shown EXTRA RINSE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE not shown LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER 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 cioth before using fo remove dust from storing or shipping Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When you need service or call with a question have this information ready Model Numbe 4 Complete Model and Serial Numbers oe from plate under the tid near the hinge Serial Number 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Purchase Date Keep this book your Laundry Guide and sales slip in the Laundry Information Service Company Center
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