Whirlpool LA5705xT User's Manual
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1. 3 Start the washer Bleach will be diluted automatically during the wash part of the cycle 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 11 bar m ad J mi 6 A tr c9 A Other Operating Instructions Continued Storage Standpipe tub Plastic strainer Storage Suds tub return hose In tub standpipe Plastic strainer Storage Drain tub tub Plastic strainer Plastic strainer SUDS MISER System The SUDS MISER System has two drain hoses One hose moves a portion of the used wash water into a storage tub then back into the washer for use during the next wash The other hose carries the wash water to a standpipe drain or to another tub with an open drain A standpipe drain is available for placement in the drain opening of your tub To order the in tub standpipe ask your nearest Whirlpool dealer for part number 89121 If you do not want to re use the wash water for a load leave out the stopper in the storage tub so the water can drain To save wash water e Make sure the stopper is in the storage tub NOTE The SUDS MISER System does not save the rinse water from any cycle nor does it save the wash water from the PERMANENT PRESS Cycle 2 SUPER2. WASH 4 OFF SUDS RETURN PRE WASH To re use wash water 1 Set the Cycle Control Knob on SUDS RETURN Do not add the load items at this time Pull the Cycle Control Knob out The washer will pump most of the wash water from the storage tub back into the washer basket When the wash water has pumped back into the washer push in the Cycle Control Knob Add about 12 the recommended amount of detergent Add the load items Turn the Cycle Control Knob clock wise to the desired cycle and wash time Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to start the washer About one inch of wash water will remain in the tub The water will con tain soils that have settled out Drain the storage tub The end of the suds return hose has a plastic strainer to prevent objects from being pulled into the washer during SUDS RETURN 13 puar L m E m gt Gc Nn md es c a Nn lf You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these five steps 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 s the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage e Are both water faucets open e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box e Are the water supply hoses kinked e Is the C
3. remover e ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord before attempting to service the washer e DO NOT machine wash glass fiber materials Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation e You are responsible for making sure that your washer is used only for jobs normally ex pected of home automatic washers is not run by children or anyone unable to operate it properly 3 g P id ad 72 P aa 4 a c PA Operating Instructions Starting your washer Be sure to measure and add detergent then place a sorted load in the washer before Starting it WATER SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOA HOT WARM wane COLD IA HOT caro con coD WASH RINSF ENERGY SAVING TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 1 Select a load size e Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash e Set the knob on or between EX SMALL a few items and LARGE a full load NOTE Use the LARGE water level for best permanent press results 2 Select water temperature e Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed e The top temperature ts the wash selection and the bottom temperature is the rinse selection NOTE Use warm wash water with the PERMANENT PRESS or KNITS GENTLE Cycles For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes pre wash or pre soak before washing in warm water ALWAYS
4. 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS yk Y Ti G n tir a c9 N FILL to Selected Level FILL to Selected Level WASH 6 Minutes High Speed WASH 2 Minutes High Speed WASH 4 Minutes Low Speed WASH 4 Minutes Low Speed PARTIAL DRAIN Pause PARTIAL DRAIN Pause REFILL COOL DOWN REFILL COOL DOWN WASH Low Speed WASH Low Speed DRAIN No Agitation DRAIN No Agitation SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse FILL tor Deep Rinse FILL for Deep Rins RINSE High Speed RINSE High Speed DRAIN No Agitation DRAIN No Agitation SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse SPIN Low Speed SPIN Low Speed Operating Instructions Continued Knits Gentle Normal Cycle Knits Gentle Light Cycle A cycle that gently washes and A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits and washable knits OFF 8 NORMAL 6 LIGHT OFF 8 NORMAL 6 LIGHT SUDS KNITS GENTLE SUDS ous LDS KNITS GENTLE FILL to Selected Level FILL to Selected Level WASH 4 Minutes Low Speed WASH 2 Minutes Low Speed ASOAK 2 Minutes No Agitation ASOAK 2 Minutes No Agitation WASH 2 Minutes Low Speed WASH 2 Minutes Low Speed DRAIN No Agitation DRAIN No Agitation SPIN Low Speed SPIN Low Speed FILL for Deep Rinse FILL for Deep Rinse RINSE Low Speed RINSE Low Speed DRAIN No Agitation DRAIN N
5. ES 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 covered by your Gearcase assembly i warranty Part No 3352850 1989 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
6. Temperature selector Load size Cycle control selector knob Model and serial a number plate aa A lhe under lid Pt GE a KS l Ear ME a Na Bleach dispenser Agitator Tub Basket MAGIC CLEAN lint filter not shown LARGE CAPACITY TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER LAS705XT Contents Page Important Safety Instructions 3 Operating Instructions Starting yourwasher 4 5 What happens in each cycle 5 9 Other Operating Instructions Rinse andspin 10 Drain andspin 10 Pre wash Cycle 10 Liquid bleach dispenser 11 MAGIC CLEAN lint filter 11 SUDS MISER System 12 13 If You Need Service or Assistance 14 15 Whirlpool Automatic Washer Warranty 16 1989 Whirlpool Corporation Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this product Then complete the form below Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question e Copy model and serial numbers from plate under lid near hinge and the purchase date from the sales slip e Keep this book the Laundry Guide and the sales slip together ina handy place Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Service Company Phone Number If your washer has a Consumer Buy Guide label remove it It will be easier to remove before t
7. a Call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SEAVICE amp REPAIR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANTES XYZ SEAVICE CO 129 MAPLL 999 9999 4 If you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Donald Skinner Director of Customer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 5 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality when ever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replace ment parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 or call the Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance number in Step 2 If you must call or write please provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond t
8. a detergent added for proper cleaning 1 Push Cycle Control Knob in 2 Turn clockwise to any dot on the dial 3 Pull Cycle Control Knob out The washer will fill to selected level agi tate 2 minutes drain and spin Drain and spin Your washer can be Set to drain and spin out water 1 Push Cycle Control Knob in 2 Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle See drawing 3 Pull Cycle Control Knob out The washer will drain and spin So Pre wash Cycle For best results use warm water for pre washing stained laundry Hot water can set stains 1 Use recommended amount of detergent or pre soak product 2 Push Cycle Control Knob in 3 Turn clockwise to point to the number in the PRE WASH Cycle 4 Pull the Cycle Control Knob out The 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 care information 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 witha 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 washer basket Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches
9. es give off vapors that can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION e f 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 This will allow gases to escape DO NOT smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open You are responsible for mak ing sure that your washer is installed repaired and has parts replaced by a qualified person is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight is connected to the right kind of outlet electric supply water supply and drain is properly grounded is properly maintained 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 e 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 e ALWAYS read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laundry aids especially warnings and precautions e HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust
10. he washer is used To remove any remaining glue e Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball then remove Or Soak area with liquid hand dishwash ing detergent before removing glue as described above Do not use rubbing alcohol or flam mable or toxic solvents such as acetone gasoline carbon tetrachloride etc These can damage the finish Important Safety Instructions A WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using your washer fol low basic precautions including the following e Read all instructions before using the washer e NEVER wash items cleaned washed soaked in or spotted with wax paint gasoline or in flamma ble fluids in the washer The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics contain ing these materials e 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 e When discarding an old washer ALWAYS remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment e NEVER put your hands into the washer until all motion stops If the lid is opened while the basket is spinning the basket will automati cally stop in a few seconds e DO NOT tamper with controls e NEVER use or store flammable fluids dry cleaning solvents kerosene in or near your washer DO NOT add flammable fluids to the wash water These substanc
11. o your request for assistance m m 4 rm r c9 m m s J gt 2 4 P a c9 m Whirlpool Automatic Washer Warranty AW003 LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to WARRANTY correct defects in materials including top and lid From Date of Purchase rust or workmanship Service must be provided by a franchised TECH CARE service company LIMITED FIVE YEAR FSP replacement parts for any part of WARRANTY gearcase assembly if defective in materials From Date of Purchase or workmanship The gearcase assembly is shown below FSP replacement parts for any top and lid rust LIMITED TEN YEAR FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack or WARRANTY fail to contain water due to defective materials From Date of Purchase 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 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 Damage to washer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Any labor costs during the limited warranties WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAG
12. o Agitation SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse Alndicates that machine is pausing for a brief soak period co Pre wash Cycle A cycle that uses a brief period of high speed agitation to loosen and remove heavy soils and stains Use recommended amount of detergent or pre soak additive i OFF SUDS RETURN OFF SUDS ieee a STORE 92 4 OFF PRE WASH Special care is needed when pre washing laundry See the Laundry Guide for proper use of this cycle Super Wash Cycle Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal Double the amount of detergent recommended when using the SUPER WASH Cycle REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 2 SUPER WASH 4 After Partial Drain the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle Be sure to use enough detergent for the double wash u tad j J o gt ea N Other Operating Instructions OFF 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 OFF P B NORMAL 6 LIGHT fi SUDS SYDS KNITS GENTLE PRE WASH OFF 10 NORMA L LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS NOAMAL 10 HEAVY 14 OFF 8 NOAMAL P LIGHT ji SUDS owns KNITS GENTLE PRE WASH 2 WASH 4 OFF SUDS RETURN E OFF STORE 2 4 OFF PRE WASH Rinse and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which have had extr
13. raying during the spin parts of some cycles In some cycles water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing 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 J G3 9 _ ad o gt Operating Instructions Continued Regular Heavy Cycle Regular Normal Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that that are heavily soiled are moderately soiled REGULAR REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 aw _ FILL to Selected Level FILL to Selected Level WASH 8 6 Minutes High Speed WASH 4 Minutes High Speed WASH 6 Minutes Low Speed WASH 6 Minutes Low Speed DRAIN No Agitation DRAIN No Agitation SPIN High Speed SPIN High Speed FILL for Deep Rinse FILL for Deep Rinse RINSE High Speed RINSE High Speed DRAIN No Agitation DRAIN No Agitation SPIN High Speed Spray Rinse SPIN High Speed Spray Rinse Permanent Press Normal Cycle Permanent Press Light Cycle A cycle designed for moderately soiled A cycle designed for lightly soiled per permanent press and some synthetic manent press and some synthetic fab fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep rics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items wrinkles from setting into these items
14. use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics OFF 19 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR NORMAL 10 ee HI AVY 14 or A NORMAL 6 LIGHT 2 SUPER WASH 4 UHF SUDS ALE IURAAN ole 5 aa Suns Se a eet ie SUS STORE 2 STORE KNITS GENTLE 4 wll WeASH PAS 3 Select cycle and wash time Start the washer e Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it to the right e Stop on the number in the wash cycle you want The numbers are minutes of wash time e Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Contro Knob The washer will fill to the selected water level with the selected wash water temperature After filling the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes e To stop the washer at any time push in the Cycle Control Knob To restart the washer pull out the Cycle Control 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 anumber and pulled out the washer fills before agitation and timing starts After agitation starts the knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends 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 agitation time NOTE You may hear the sound of water sp
15. ycle 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 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 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 draining during wash and rinse cycles e Water can siphon out See Installation Instructions 14 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 consul tants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is nec essary recommend a qualified service company in your area 3 If you need service lt Whirlpool has a Whitlpdol nationwide network of franchised TECH TECH CARE CARE Service FRANCHISED SERVICE companies TECH CARE service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your are
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