Whirlpool LA6400XK User's Manual
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1. Service 3 If You Have a Problem Loading your Washer For best washing results and energy savings sort the laundry carefully 4 Sort the Laundry into Loads e Group the laundry into loads that can be washed and dried together See the Laundry Guide for informa tion and samples of typical loads e Try to mix large and small items for best movement in the washer 2 Measure Detergent Add to Washer Basket e See detergent information on page 6 and in Section IV of the Laundry Guide e Add dry bleach or water condi tioner not fabric softener if used Follow the package directions carefully 3 Dilute Liquid Bleach Before Add ing to the Washer Basket e See the Laundry Aids section of the Laundry Guide for more information 4 Load the Washer e Spread the load evenly Don t put all the towels on one side and a few wash cloths on the other An unbal anced load can cause the washer to shake during spinning e Load without packing so items can move freely for best cleaning and least wrinkling 5 Add Diluted Fabric Softener to the Dispenser DO NOT ADD FABRIC SOFTENER TO THE WASH Fabric softeners can com bine with soap or detergent to make greasy stains on fabrics Understanding your Washer This automatic washer has cycle settings with different agitation and spin speeds for different fabric types For example the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle has high agitation and high spin speeds The P2. faster service if you include tnie model and serial number of your appliance when requesting serv 24 Alsc retain your sales stip ane waranty to verify your warranty status Remember Your TECH CARE serv ze representative is specially trained in ine expert repairing and servicing of your WHIRLPOOL appliances He car nele you maintain the quality originaly built into your WHIRLPOOL appliance So why not take the time now to look up his telepnone number and jot it down ir the space provided on the cover 3 If you have a problem Call Whirlpool Corporation ir Benton Harbor at the COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or write Mr Stephen E Upton Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Administrative Center 2000 U S 33 North Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 If you must call or write please provide your name address telephone number type of appliance brand model serial number date of purchase the dealer s name and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance 9 lt O m O v faa a gt O zZz S 0 a m O gt p zZ 2 Q na nn m va S O m Roh ISO E T nines ae SEB ary 2 Ser Scat YET HU a EO EE Whirlpool CORPORATION Benton Harbor Michigan Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrigerator Fieezers lee Makers Dishwashers Rutin Ovens and
3. ford or soft water Package directions are usually based on soft water and washers with normal size tubs Use more detergent 1 for hard water 2 for heavy greasy or oily soils 3 ifthe detergent is low phosphate 4 for cold water washes DETERGENT SUDS There are high normal and low sudsing pow dered detergents If the recom mended amount of detergent makes too much suds switch to a lower sudsing brand DO NOT REDUCE THE AMOUNT of detergent Use the following chart as beginning suggestions for powdered and liquid detergent amounts See your Laundry Guide for more infor mation pages 14 22 RECOMMENDED AMOUNT OF DETERGENT FULL TUB WATER HARDNESS IN GRAINS 0 4 Grains Powdered Detergents Low Suds 34 Cup 175 mL Normal Suds 11 4 cups 300 mL High Suds 4 414 CUPS 300 350 mL No phosphate Liquid Detergents 4 10 Grains 10 20 Grains 414 cups 250 300 mL 134 cups 425 mL 114 112 CUPS 300 350 mL 2 214 CUDS 475 525 mL 2 cups 475 mL 21 2 cups 600 mL Follow package recommendations 14 to 4 cup 60 to 250 mL depending on the brand and amount of soil Follow package recommendations These recommendations do not apply e In areas where phosphates are banned s In areas with laws limiting by weight or percentage the amount of detergent used in a wash load Liquid Fabric Softener Dispenser The dispense for liquid fabric softener fits over the top o
4. of water that fills the washer The water level can be set for extra small medium or full loads WATER LEVELS Setting Gallons Liters EX SMALL 99 37 5 MEDIUM 13 5 514 LARGE 169 64 0 Approximate fill with load To save water and energy match the water level to the load size For the best cleaning results the load should move freely in the water Watch for rollover An item like a sock should sink in the middle and come up later on the outside PUSH STOP REGULAR PRESS e HEAVY KNITS GENTLE Be sure to read pages 11 13 in your Laundry Guide You will find more information on loading and load sizes IMPORTANT e The EX SMALL setting is designed for very small loads It uses very little water Too big a load in this amount of water may tear some items e Water may splash if you use EX SMALL with the REG HEAVY Cycle If this happens move the LOAD SIZE SELECTOR to MEDIUM Cc Z z 9 lt O L a L m a gt m na r m lt m nn important Detergent Information Detergents and soaps clean by loosening soil and by holding it in the water so it drains away If not enough detergent is used soil and lint can settle back on the items in the load SOAP works best in soft water 0 4 grains hardness In harder water both the wash and rinse water should be softened Use enough soap to make about 1v2 to 2 inches 3 8 to 5 5 cm of suds DETERGENT works in
5. washer to agitate before it drains and fills for the rinse You will want longer agitation times for heavily soiled loads You choose the wash and rinse WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE PERMANENT PRESS e SET LOAD SIZE e SET WATER TEMPERATURES PUSH IN KNOB TURN TO CYCLE AND TIME e PULL OUT TO START k o SET LOAD SIZE SET WATER TEMPERATURES e PUSH IN KNOB TURN TO CYCLE AND TIME s PULL OUT TO START KNITS GENTLE REGULAR HEAVY s SET LOAD SIZE e SET WATER TEMPERATURES e PUSH IN KNOB TURN TO CYCLE AND TIME s PULL OUT TO START PERMANENT PRESS CYCLE Use for permanent press fabrics Coci ing of the wash water and low spir speeds help prevent the setting of wrinkles PARTIAL DRAIN Pause FILL WASH To Selected Selected Time High Level Agitation REFILL COOL DOWN KNITS GENTLE CYCLE Use for delicate items and washable synthetic knits such as polyester nylon acrylic Wash nylon hose or panty hose in anet laundry bag FILL WASH DRAIN To Selected No Selected Agitation Level REGULAR HEAVY CYCLE Use for sturdy white and colorfast cot tons and for heavy work clothes High agitation and spin speeds are pre set for best cleaning results DRAIN No Agitation Selected Time High Agitation water temperatures you want with the spinning oad to help rinse and remove TEMPERATURE SELECTOR detergent residue You set the amount of water
6. ERMANENT PRESS Cycle has high agitation speeds but low spin speeds The washer has a LOAD SIZE SELECTOR that lets you adjust the water level to match the size of the load It has a TEMPERATURE SELECTOR You can select the wash and rinse water temperatures best for the amount of soil and fabric type in each load Sections in this Use amp Care Guide go into detail on the what and why of each setting Read this and the Laun dry Guide carefully to get the best cleaning results Cleaning the Lint Filter Water runs through the lint filter whenever the washer agitates Check it often to make sure it s clean and filter ing at its best To remove it for cleaning press the release and pull straight out Instruc tions for cleaning are printed on the bottom of the filter wo m RA O a m Cc 2 z O Q Zz d m z d LG s _ O gt Z N c z O m 09 an pe gt zZz g zZz io z _ m a Using your Washer COLD coup Energy Saving Water Saving LOAD SIZE SELECTOR TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 1 Your auto natic washer is easy to use To make it even easier read the following steps before starting your first loaa Start your washer after ycu put n detergent the loaa anra any other laundry aids acearding information on page 3 and page 1 Set the LOAD SIZE SELECTOR Select the water level that matches the size of the ioad See page for more in
7. SS 1 Model LA6400XK Regular Capacity lt gt Whirlpool AUTOMATIC WASHER Use amp Care Guide LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER LOAD SIZE SELECTOR TEMPERATURE SELECTOR CYCLE CONTROL KNOB LINT FILTER LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER Copy your Model and Seriali Numbers here a Dp Yi ENE E E T 24 AGG Z AC 7 APE VM Ders P rumpe or a re h nge h KTN tne aoe oe are Sh 2 ey Keep TIS DOCK he ary torn enter with you fo OE oth E pee ee aaa Jles ID IT dw r The PORE 510 ETA 7 A59 r L r e pene Rn r n K e Before using your Washer Please read tnis booklet to be sure your washer Is Installed and used properly It will heip you get the best results and longest i fe your washer was designed to give You are personally responsi ble for making sure that your washer Is installed by a qualified installer e Is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight e Is connected to the right kind of outlet electric supply water supply and drain s properly electrically grounded s used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers e Is properly maintained is protected from tne weather Is not run by children or anyone unable to operate it properly Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label It will be easier to remove before the washer is used You may want to wipe out the basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust
8. Surface Units Ranges Microwave Ovens Compactors Roam Air Condivoners Dehumidifiers Central Heating and Au Conditioning Systems Printed in U S A
9. e SOAK 8 Minutes WASH 2 Minutes Low Agitation WASH 2 Minutes Low No Agitation Agitation solve ur quart of arm wore WASHER STOPS Select a Cycle Pre Wash set ng page 7 begirs mere 2 If you need service lt Whirlpool TECH CARE gt HOME PRODUCTS SERVICE If your WHIRLPOO apoliance ever needs service any vhere in the United States help is just c phore call away to your nearest Whirlpool franchised TECH CARE service representative Whirlpool maintains a nationwide network of franchised TECH CARE ser vice companies tc fulfil your warranty and provide after warranty service and maintenance to keep your WHIRLPOOL appliance in peak condition You ll find your nearest TECH CARE service Company listed ir your local telephone book Yellow Pages under Washers Dryers eepairing or Servic ing Should you not find a listing dial free the Whirlpool COOL LINE ser vice assistance telephone number 800 253 1301 When calling from Michigan 800 632 2243 Alaska amp Hawdii 800 253 1121 If you move Jo make sure that your appliance is correctly installed and to insure its continued satisfactory operation please telephone your nearest TECH CARE service 2 vary for installation orto get the nar ect qualified installer Installation 2 7 w of course be paid by you Helpful hints You can help u TECH CARE service representat ve uaz you
10. e only Use the setting for an extra rinse or for laundry that only needs a rirse and spin L PERMANENT PRESS 6 10 There is a dot just after the num bers in PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR HEAVY and KNITS GENTLE If you push ir on the Cycle Control Knob turn the pointer to one of those dots and pull the Control Knob out the washer will fill agitate drain and spin If you want high agitation and spin use the dot in REGULAR HEAVY If you want low agitation and spin use the dot in KNITS GENTLE Use the dot in PER MANENT PRESS if you want high agitation and a low speed spin For Spinning Only To set the washer so it drains and spins water out of the load push in on the Control Knob turn the dial to the right clockwise so tne pointer is touch ing the bar just before OFF in any cycle 14 f REGULAR C S HEAVY gt lan The washer will drain spin out water and stop If you want a low speed spin use the bar on PERMANENT PRESS or KNITS GENTLE All the other cycle settings have a high speed spin Le m m a LU m r4 d z 7 O 90 g gt Q z ba S L v m z 7 m 0 N v a m gt T I 2 2 L m Q r4 lt N 77 2 r4 O r4 La lt Cycle Operation Your washer has four cycles on the Cycle Control Dial Each cycle is designed to match the fabric type with pre set agitation and spin speeds The numbers in each cycle are for the number of minutes you want tne
11. e Is tne power supp v Cord plugged in e Are both water faucets open eis a fuse blowr circuit bpreaker tripped 10 e Are the water supply hoses kinked Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out Are the water intet hose filter screens clean To check the screens Turn off the faucets Remove hoses and check the screens Clean the screens under running water Replace the hoses and tighten connections Turn on the faucets and check the leaks IF YOUR WASHER DOES NOT SPIN e Is the lid closed Is the power supply cord plugged in is a fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped IF WASHER FILLS AND DRAINS WITHOUT RUNNING e Make sure that the Cycle Control Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle IF YOUR WASHER STOPS DURING THE PERMANENT PRESS CYCLE e Remember the washer will stop for about 11 2 minutes after the partial drain during the cool down period in this 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 draining during wash and rinse cycles e Water can siphon out See Installation Instructions Dissolve enzyme pre soak and detergent powders to help prevent spot fading on colored items If you use chlorine bleach it MUST be diluted with a quart of warm water and added after the washer fills See Laundry Guide for more information Before adding det ae washing use qu G deterg
12. f the agitator The dispenser will Ford enough diluted fabric softener for one deep rinse e After adding tne detergent and tne load fit the dispenser over the top of the agitator cap Full Mark e Following directions on the bottle add the correct amount of fabric soft ener Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid dripping any on the load e IMPORTANT Add enough hot or warm water to fill the dispenser to the FULL mark e Diluted fabric softener will be added just before the washer starts filling for the rinse NOTE Do not stop the wasner during the first spin when the wash water is spinning out If you do the fab ric softener will be added to the wet soapy load This can cause stains e Clean the dispenser after each use with warm water only Detergent can make softeners sticky and lumpy For a Pre Wash Use this setting for a shorter SOAK CYCLE no rinse Use enough detergent for a single wash Add the load e Set the LOAD SIZE SELECTOR e Set wash water temperature e Push the Cycle Control Knob in and turn it to the 12 minute mark in the SOAK CYCLE D A 22 e 12 2 SOAK e Pull the Control Knob out to start the washer 6 he washer wil fill agitate for two minutes soak for eight irutes agitate for two more and then drain ard spir See SOAK CYCLE description on page 10 e After filling the washer may pause before starting to agitate For Rinsing Only Your washer can be set to rins
13. formatics IMPORTANT Fir the best cleaning results with the east wrinkling make sure the load nas erough water for items to move freely 2 Set the TEMPERATURE SELECTOR e Match the wash and rinse water tem peratures to the type of fabrics and sails being washed See the instructicns under the washer lid and on page 14 r your Laundry Guide e Be sure to use a cod rinse for PERMA NENT PRESS and KNITS GENTLE Cycles Cold water rinses save energy and help prevent wrinkles from setting into fabrics 3 selecta Cycle and Start the Washer e Push the Cycle Control Knob in and turn it to the right clockwise e Stop when the pointer is on the num ber of minutes of washing you want in the cycle you want e Instructions for which cycles to use for each fabric type are under the lid To start the washer pull the Cycle Control Knob out When the cycle is over the washer will stop e To stop the washer at any time during a cycle push the Control Knob in Pull it out fo restart the washer e To change a sefting push the Con trol Knob in to stop the washer Then turn the Control Knob to the right clockwise to the setting you want Pull the knob out to start the washer e Pages 8 11 show what happens in each cycle P lt gt Whirlpool PULL START PERMANENT 2 Speed 4 Cycle Permanent Press COOL DOWN Care Water Levels and Load Sizes The LOAD SIZE SELECTOR lets you control the amount
14. from storing or shipping SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS See the Laundry Guide for tips on deter gents other laundry aids and instructions for washing special items See the Installation Instructions for complete information SAFETY FIRST Do not permit children to operate or piay with the washer CAUTION Store laundry deter gent and additives in a cool dry place where children can t reach them SPINNING SAFETY if the lid is opened while the bas ket is spinning the basket will automatically stop in a few sec onds DO NOT ADD OR REMOVE ITEMS UNTIL THE BASKET STOPS COMPLETELY SPECIAL CAUTION Flammabie gases may build up in hot water pipes and heater This can happen when hot water hasn t been used for a while usu ally two weeks or more To prevent injury or damage allow any gases to escape by running hot water from the faucet nearest the washer for several minutes Don t smoke near the faucet while it is open and turn oft any open flame Contents Betore Using Your Washer Loading Your Washer P Understanding Your Washer Cleaning the Lint Filter Using Your Washer Water Levels and Load Sizes Important Detergent Information Liquid Fabric Softener Dispenser Fora Pre Wash c i For Rinsing Only For Spinning Only Cycle Operation PERMANENT PRESS KNITS GENTLE REGULAR HEAVY SOAK CYCLE TERS If You Need Service orHeip 1 Before Calling for Service 2 If You Need
15. that Ifyou turn to a cycie and start the fills the tub with the LOAD SIZE washer but Change your Mind push in SELECTOR on the Cycle Contro Knob and turn NOTE You may notice that some to the right iclockwise to the setting you of the SPIN cycles have SPRAY RINSES want Then puii it out Cold water is sprayed on the O lt O m O v m a gt Q z LO SPEED SPIN NOTE Always use COLD RINSE WATER for PERMANENT PRESS fabrics High 3 Agitation Tne washer pauses for about 12 Tinutes after paria drar LO SPEED FILL RINSE LO SPEED SPIN Set for 2 Minutes SPIN 4 Spray Cold Low Rinses Water Agitation NOTE A ways use COLD RINSE WATER for Knits and Delicate items HI SPEED FILL SPIN Selected 4 Spray Temp Rinses erature e SET LOAD SIZE e SET WATER TEMPERATURE e PUSH IN KNOB TURN TO CYCLE AND TIME PULL OUT TO START SOAK CYCLE This cycle is not for washing it soaks ag tates spins out the water and stops ncr nse Use it for stained yellowed grey or neavily soiled laundry with a devergent or pre soak product Chlorine bleach f wanted should be added tothe cycle you use after the SOAK Cycle is over if You Need Service or Help We suggest You Follow These Three Steps 1 Before calling for service Proplems ye sometimes Caused boy tte thirgs you ar correct without fools Check this 1s betore you call for service IF YOUR WASHER DOES NOT FILL
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