Whirlpool LA6301XS User's Manual
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1. orr KNITS GENTLE For a drain and spin Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water 4 2 Push Control Knob in Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle See above drawing Pull Control Knob out The washer will drain and spin For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle see pages 6 9 10 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 4 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 Start the washer Bleach will be diluted automatically during the wash part of the cycle O rm O c mi 7 Z zZ 0 2 a z e For information on bleaching see Laundry Guide Cleaning the lint filter Clean filter after every load for best filtering results NOTE The load type will vary the amount of lint build up To clean 4 Lift off the agitator barrel 2 Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barrel The filter is not removable 3 Replace the agitator barrel and snap into place 11 Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING keep both2. water faucets turned off this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins buckles etc from clothes before washing Close metal zippers s C IS s NEVER USE THE WASHER TO store wet dry laundry soak for more than 2 hours e soak with chlorine bleach soak with vinegar or other e soak store urine soaked clothes 12 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 SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer Check pocket for bolts nuts tools etc SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can damage washer and dryer dials con soles and finishes Do not use these products on or near your washer or dryer Service or performance problems caused not manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation the responsibility of the manufacturer of that product E e bi nien Vect d e ci Winterizin Because some walter stays in the washer freezing can cause a lot of damage If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather 4 Shut off both water 2 Put a quart of 3 faucets Disconnect automotive type and drain water antifreeze in the inlet hoses basket To use the washer again 1 Flush water pipes and hoses
3. Date of Purchase workmanship 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 your 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 ie up and deliver This product is designed to be repaired in the ome D Damage to washer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E 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 limitatlon of Incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For detalls please contact your franchised Whirlpoo distributor or military exchange lt gt Whirlpool Part No 3347978 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A zd os 2t s ca di i EE EENE utomatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrigerator Freezers Makers Dishwashers Built In Ovens and
4. NORMAL Cycle REGULAR A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moder ately soiled PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle A cycle designed for mod erately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these fabrics 6 NOTE You may hearthe 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 the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESS cycles the O v m gt z 0 z 2D agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time 6 mn W ASH NOTE Always use cold rinse water High 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 DRAIN Pause A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these fabrics KNITS GENTLE NORMAL Cycle ASOAK 2 Minutes Minutes B NORMAL Low 6 LIGHT Alndicates the machine Is pausing for a brief soak Acycle that gently period washes and spins moder ately soiled delicate items and wash
5. the bas ket will automatically stop in a few seconds DO NOT tamper with controls WARNING If hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydrogen gases build 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 sev eral minutes This will allow gases to es cape Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open NEVER use or store flammable fl ids dry cleaning solvents gasoline ker osene in or near your washer Do not add flammable fluids to the wash water These substances give off vapors that can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Your Responsibilities You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer e is used only for jobs normally ex pected of home automatic washers is not run by children or anyone un able to operate it properly ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord before attempting to service the washer 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 laundry aids especially warnings and precautions HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids suc
6. 2 Connect hoses to the washer 3 Turn on the water faucets Run the washer use of any product ANOA AOA ONIAVD Set the washer fora DRAIN and SPIN see page 10 Let it run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water through a com plete cycle with one cup of deter gent to clean out the antifreeze If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these five steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result frorn 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 Are both water faucets open 14 Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box e Are the water supply hoses kinked els the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out If your washer does not spin e Is the lid closes e the power supply cord plugged into a live circult with the proper voltage e Have you checked your 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 cy cle These pauses are normal if your washer filis and drains without running Make sure that the Cycle Control Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle Make sure the drain hose 1 higher than the water l
7. NENT PRESS RECULAR 10 HEAWY 14 N 4 ot 8 MORAL f 6 LGHT SUPER WASH 4 KNITS GENTLE PULL START PUSH STOP Select CYCLE and WASH TIME 3 Start the washer 70 rr 7 KNITS GENTLE A Push in the Control Knob and B Stop on a number in the cycle turn It to the right It must be you want The numbers are min pushed in and turned only utes of wash time The drawing clockwise shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycie C the washer by pulling out D To stop the washer at any time the Control Knob The washer push in the Control Knob To will fill to the level you set with restart the washer pull out the wash water of the selected tem Control Knob perature After filling the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes 20 gt z 0 z e 20 zZ o 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 DRAIN No REGULAR Minutes Agltatio A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled REGULAR
8. Number Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card furnished with this product Model Number Important safety instructions o following WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to person when using your washer follow basic precautions including the Read these Laundry Instructions for important use and safety informa tion 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 containing 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 You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer 15 installed repaired and parts re placed by a qualified person is properly installed and leveled ona floor that can suppor the weight is connected right kind of outlet electric supply water supply and drain is properly grounded is properly maintained e 5 protected the weather and kept where the temperature will not fall below freezing NEVER put your hands into the washer until all motion stops If the lid is opened while the basket is spinning
9. RVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 4 if you have a problem Call our COOLLINE service as sistance telephone number see Step 2 andtalk 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 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 wiil fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance 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 lt je Z m 1a e m a lt O m O 2 gt o e gt Z m WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WASHER LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to 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 FSP replacement parts for any part of gear WARRANTY case assembly if defective in materials or From
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11. able knits KNITS GENTLE LIGHT Cycle 8 NORMAL 6 LIGHT dd KMS GENTLE alndicates the machine Is pausing for a brief soak A cycle that gently perlod washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits SUPER WASH Cycle REGULAR Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal Double the amount of t detergent recommended SECURE when using the SUPER SUPER WASH 4 WASH Cycle NORMAL 10 WASH High Speed NOTE Always use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics The washer will proceed to the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle If you want a different cycle to follow SUPER WASH push in the cycle control knob turn to the cycle and time you want pull knob out to start vu m x gt 0 2 7 a Cc 2 4 Other operating instructions ore 10 NORMAL PERMANENT ARN REGULAR 9 NORMAL 10 4 7 per TM 8NORMAL LIGHT PRESS 6 SUPER wASM 4 KNITS GENTLE 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 1 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 10 NORMAL 6 If E 8 NORMAL 6 SUPER WASH 4
12. evel 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 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 Consultant 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 you need service Whirlpool has a cm nationwide network iflpdol of franchised TECH CARE Service Com TECH CARE panies TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE service technicians are trained to fulfill the product war ranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assistance 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 XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SE
13. h as vin egar or rust remover DO NOT machine wash glass fiber materials Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin Irritation SNOILONALSNI ALJAVS LNVLYOdWII 34 1 33 ANY 14 4 Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent then place sorted load In the washer before starting it LARGE CAPACITY 2 SPEED 7 CYCLE GENTLE WASH SYSTEM WATER SAVING ENERGY SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOR TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Select 4 a Select a LOAD SIZE 2 WATER TEMPERATURES e Turn the knob to point at a setting Match the wash and rinse water that describes the size of load you temperature to the type of fabrics want to wash and soils being washed Set the knob anywhere on or be e This drawing shows a warm wash tween EX SMALL a few small items top temperature and cold rinse and LARGE a full load bottom temperature selection Recommended wash temperatures NOTE Use the LARGE water level can be found in your Laundry Guide for best permanent press results LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS For best cleaning results the load must be to move freely CAUTION in fh water Too big a load ortoo DO NOT little water can cause wear or OVERLOAD WASHER tearing of load items EX LARGE 173 gals 65 5 L Approximate 14 7 gals 55 7 L fill with load 124 gals 45 8 L EX SMALL 9 5 gals 36 0 L PERMA
14. use amp are guide lt gt y Whirlpool 501 E AUTOMATIC WASHER Mae ae aad LA6301XS Contents Page PARTS AND FEATURES 2 For a Drain and Spin IMPORTANT SAFETY Liquid Bleach Dispenser INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning fhe Lint Filter OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Starting Your Washer Winterizing What Hapoens in Each IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR Cycle Eee died ASSISTANCE OTHER OPERATING WASHER WARRANTY INSTRUCTIONS For a and Spin 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features LOAD CYCLE LINT FILTER SIZE INFORMATION CONTROL not shown SELECTOR e ds CENTER KNOB TEMPERATURE is Ji xu CERCA SELECTOR LIQUID BLEACH mM DISPENSER MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE not shown hi amp AGITATOR Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label It will be E us BASKET easier to remove before the washer is used You should wipe out the TUB basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When you need service or cal with question have this information ready 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from plate under the lid 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 Serice Company Center Phone
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