Whirlpool LA5460XS User's Manual
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1. AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Model LA5460XS Contents PARTS AND FEATURES For a Rinse and Spin IMPORTANT SAFETY For a Drain and Spin 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 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY MAGIC CLEAN au Ferch yore 7 TEMPERATURE en lt MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE not shown Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label It will be easierto 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 instructions O including the following WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injur2. nm gt 2 gt G a m UY 2 gt 2 gt m m 3 2 27 20 O e Z 141 Operating instructions Starting Your Washer gt Be sure to measure and add detergent then place LF a sorted load in the washer before starting it WATER SAVING ENERGY SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOR TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Select 4 Select a LOAD SIZE 2 WATER TEMPERATURES vaan 60 5 X 2 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 and want to wash soils being washed e The water level can be set for e All rinses are cold Cold rinses save SMALL a few items or LARGE energy and help prevent wrinkles from a full load setting into fabrics Recommended wash temperatures can be found in your Laundry Guide NOTE Use the LARGE water level IMPORTANT Use warm water with for belt permanent press recite the PERM T PRESS cycle For heav ily 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 CAUTION load must be able to move freely DO NOT in the water Too big a load or too OVERLOAD WASHER little water can cause wear or tearing of load items LARGE 17 3 gals 65 5L SMALL 9 5 gals 36 0L Approximate fill with load PERMANENT PRESS LARGE CAPACITY
3. 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 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 15 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE Notes WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY PULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor fo 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 repiacement 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 fo use the washer 3 Replace house f
4. e O gt x 2 O 7 a lt O c 5 N 2 ll 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 store wet or dry laundry soak for more than 2 hours soak with chlorine bleach e soak with vinegar or other acids SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can 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 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 4 Shut off both water 2 Put a quart of 3 Setthe washer for a faucets Disconnect automotive type DRAIN and SPIN see and drain water antifreeze in the page 10 Let if run inlet hoses basket for about 30 seconds fo mix the antifreeze and water Run the washer through a com To use the washer again PO 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 1 Before calling for assistance Perfo
5. 5 CYCLE MAGIC CLEAN FILTER Do rm a 3 zZ O O z Select CYCLE WASH TIME 3 Start the washer if N UT IR 7 A Push in the Control Knob and turn Stop on a number 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 6 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 What Happens in Each Cycle Each cycie has been 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 setto 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 Acycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled REGULAR NORMAL Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moder ately soiled PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle OFF 8 NORMAL dl PARTIAL DRAIN Minutes Pause High speed REF
6. ILL A cycle designed for mod erately soiled permanent press and some synthetic Sn 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 mo m W 2 Z Le e yA mn 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 4 DRAIN Minutes Pause High Speed REFILL cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent COOL press and some synthetic fabrics The cool down om rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items SHORT Cycle N Minutes Minutes High Pause Speed Alndicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak Use for delicate items that period need a short wash and spin time Wash nylon hose or panty hose in a net laundry bag 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 m 20 2 O 2 a O 2 Other operating instructions OFF ANORMAL OFF
7. NORMAL LIGHT REGULAR PERMANENT REGULAR PERMANENT FS PRESS BB s PRESS FR NORMAL 6 j orr E 6 2 HEAVY 14 For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and Your washer can be set fo drain and spin for heavily soiled loads which spin out water need more detergent Extra detergent can require an extra rinse 2 Turn clockwise to the bar just before 1 Push Control Knob in the OFF area inany 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 4 Push Control Knob in MAGIC CLEAN lint filter The tint 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 this takesthe wipe the outside and inside dry Leave pressure off the water inlet valve the lid up until the basket is dry Wipe hoses up spills right away Spills can dul or damage the finish REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins buckles etc from clothes before washing Close metal zippers Q Ir m wa a m 20 Z A a G O oO Z a
8. r 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 weight e is connected to the right kind of out let electric supply water supply and drain 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 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 toads 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 automatic washers e is not run by children or anyone un able to operate it properly 3 gt a
9. rained 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 gt nationwide network Whiflp ol oftranchised TECH TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE panies TECH CARE service technicians are trained fo fulfill the product waranty 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 XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 999 9999 123 MAPLE 999 9999 WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 14 CARE Service Com 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 7 Benton Harbor 49022
10. rmance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind it your washer does not fill e Is the power supply 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 els the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out If your washer does not spin e Is the lid closed e 15 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 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 isnt e The washer may seem to be drain ing during wash and rinse cycles e Water can siphon out See Installa tion Instructions 13 gt nn m O gt a m lt O 2 m m m a lt O m O 2 gt mn a gt 2 m 2 If you need assistance Call Whiripool COOL LINE serv Ice assistance telephone number Dial free from anywhere In the U S 4 800 253 1301 and talk with of our t
11. uses 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 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 exctusion 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 lt gt Whirlpool Part No 3349119 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
12. y 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 water to run for several minutes This will allow gases to escape Do not smoke or use any open flame nea
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