Whirlpool LA5668XS User's Manual
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1. 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 1304 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 If you need service Whirlpool has a Whirl TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE ol 5 of franchised TECH panies TECH CARE are trained to 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 WHIALPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE WHIALPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SEAVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 999 9999 WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 nationwide network CARE Service Com service t2. use amp care guide AUTOMATIC WASHER Super Capacity odel LA5668XS Contents PARTS AND FEATURES For a Drain and Spin IMPORTANT SAFETY Liquid Bleach Dispenser INSTRUCTIONS MAGIC CLEAN Lint Filter OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Starting Your Washer Winterizing What Happens in Each Cycle IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR OTHER OPERATING ASSISTANCE INSTRUCTIONS WASHER WARRANTY For a Rinse and Spin 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY CYCLE MAGIC CLEAN SIZE INFORMATION CONTROL LINT FILTER SELECTOR KNOB not shown TEMPERATURE SELECTOR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE not shown LIQUID BLEACH 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 cloth before using to 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 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 Service Company Center Phone Number Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card furnished with this product Model Number Important safety i
3. automatic washers e is not run by children or anyone un able to operate it properly 3 SNOILONAISNI ALIIVS INVIYOdINI SIUNLVII ANY SLavd Operating instructions Starting Your Washer WATER SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOR 4 Select a LOAD SIZE e Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you wantto wash e Setthe knob anywhere on or between EX SMALL a few items and LARGE a full load NOTE Use the LARGE water level for best permanent press results Be sure to measure and add detergent then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it WASH RINSE ENERGY SAVING TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Select 2 WATER TEMPERATURES E y e Match the wash and rinse water temperature to the type of fabrics and soils being washed e All rinses are cold Cold rinses save energy and help prevent wrinkles from setting into fabrics Recommended wash temperatures can be found in your Laundry Guide IMPORTANT Use warm water with the PERM T PRESS or KNITS GENTLE cycles For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes pre wash or pre soak before washing in warm water LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS For best cleaning results the load must be able to move freely in the water Too big a load or too little water can cause wear or tearing of load items Approximate fill with load CAUTION DO NOT OVERLOAD WASHER EX LARGE 21 7 gals 82 1L ME
4. 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 personaliy 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 and drain 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 ina 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 chlorine 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 Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer e is used only for jobs normally ex pected of home
5. 2 Puta quartofR V 3 Set the washer fora faucets Disconnect or automobile type DRAIN and SPIN see and drain water antifreeze in the page 10 Let it run inlet hoses basket for about 30 seconds fo mix the antifreeze and water 4 Run the washer through a com plete cycle with To use the washer again one cup of deter 1 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 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 D e ls the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage e Are both water faucets open 14 e 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 closed e ls 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 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
6. DIUM 16 8 gals 63 6 L EX SMALL 11 9 gals 45 0 L 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR SUPER CAPACITY 2 SPEED 7 CYCLE MAGIC CLEAN FILTER n GENTLE WASH SYSTEM NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 OFT 8 NORMAL 6 LIGHT SUPER WASH 4 KNITS GENTLE Select CYCLE and WASH TIME 3 Start the washer aL Va SUPER WASH 4 OFF KNITS GEN A Push in the Control Knob andturn B Stop on anumber in the 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 Start the 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 0 im m va zZ 0 Z 74 i A Cc e i 0 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 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 Cyc
7. 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 C 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 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 gt a Part No 3349125 Whirlpool 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
8. echnicians 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 specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance If you must cali 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 15 7 lt O Cc z m m e N 9 lt 9 m O a gt vw n n gt z O m WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY 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 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
9. le WASH 6 Minutes Low Speed Minutes High Speed REGULAR NORMAL 10 6 HEAVY 14 A cycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled REGULAR NORMAL Cycle WASH 6 Minutes Low Speed Minutes High Speed REGULAR Acycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moder ately soiled PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT WASH PARTIAL 4 DRAIN Minutes Pause PERMANENT PRESS REFILL Acycle designed for mod erately soiled permanent COOL press and some synthetic DOWN fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items 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 o m ro gt rd Z i a Cc o 0 Z n 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 10 NORMAL aci WASH PARTIAL 4 DRAIN Minutes Minutes Pause High Low Speed Speed REFILL A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent COOL press and some s
10. lter 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 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 Spills right away Spills can dull or damage the finish REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins buckles etc from clothes before washing Close metal zippers anal 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 fhan 2 hours e soak with chlorine bleach e soak 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 12 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 a lot of damage If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather gt a zZz 0 o x E 5 5 v I D 4 Shut off both water
11. n AA OFF KNITS GENTLE NORMAL IU yy 8 NORMAL 6 LIGHT SUPER WASH 4 DEE KNITS GENTLE For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and Your washer can be set to drain and spin for heavily soiled loads which spin out water need more detergent Extra detergent 4 Push Control Knob in can require an extra rinse 2 Turn clockwise to the bar just before 4 Push Control Knob in the OFF area in any cycle See 2 Turn clockwise to any e on the dial above drawing See above drawing 3 Pull Control Knob out The washer 3 Pull Control Knob out The washer will drain and spin will fill to selected level agitate 2 minutes 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 spoutto avoid spilling f 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 Q Ir m a O v m zi gt Z Z oN i a c O 0 Z n For more information on bleaching see your Laundry Guide MAGIC CLEAN lint fi
12. nstructions WV 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 HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your washer turn on all hot water faucets and allow
13. ynthetic DOWN fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items KNITS GENTLE NORMAL Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins mod erately soiled ore delicate items ani and washable knits a Indicates the machine is KNITS GENTLE pausing for a brief soak period A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and wash able knits a Indicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak period Use for washing heavily 4 soiled loads that require REGULAR maximum soil removal Double the amount of detergent recommended noae 0 S when using the SUPER igi WASH Cycle SUPER WASH 4 WASH 2 Minutes Low Speed WASH 2 Minutes Low Speed PARTIAL 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 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 O ma lac Z Z 0 Zz vv a cC O oO Zz Nn Other operating instructions OFF 10 NORMAL rs PERMANENT ZI PRESS REGULAR i iad 10 normai LIGHT a PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR ZEN 6 LIGHT UD J HEAVY 14 aid 8 NORMAL 6 LIGHT sr e
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