Whirlpool LA5300XS User's Manual
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1. Use for delicate items that period need a short wash and spin time Wash nylon hose or panty hose in a net laundry bag SOAK Cycle soak 20 OFF SOAK 20 OFF Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment Use recom mended amount of detergent or pre soak additive The SOAK Cycle should always be fol lowed by a Wash Cycle SNOILONALSNI 9NILV 3dO WASHER STOPS Select Wash Cycle Special care is needed when soaking or pre washing laundry See your Laundry Guide for proper use of this cycle 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 Other operating instructions OFF g NORMAL LIGHT 4 a REGULAR EN PERMANENT 1 NORMAL 6 wf SE HEAVY 1d cid 6 orr g 2 54 SHORT SOAK 20 OFF For a rinse and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent Extra detergent 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 For a soak OFF g NORMAL 4 LIGHT a REGULAR NORMAL amp E 10 PERMANENT PRES HEAVY 14 For best results use w2. items Approximate fill with load CAUTION DO NOT OVERLOAD WASHER LARGE 17 3 gals 65 5 L MED 13 4 gals 50 8 L EX SMALL 9 5 gals 36 0 L OFF g NORMAL 4 LIGHT a REGULAR PERMANENT PRESS onm 2 6 on s0aK 20 O me m 7 x Z 2 Z 7B Cc i e z a PULL START PUSH STOP Select CYCLE and WASH TIME 3 Start the washer g NORMAL 4 LIGHT 4 Y NORMAL 6 10 E E HEAVY 14 4 OFF A Push in the Control Knob and turn B 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 drowing 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 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 c
3. 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 d replacement partfor your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used fo 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 45 J lt Q c zZ m m Jg e p lt e m le Aa gt 4 e v 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 FSP replacement parts for any part of gear WARRANTY case assembly if defective in materials or From Date of Purchase 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 Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the washer 2 Instruct you
4. arm water for soaking or pre washing stained laundry Hot water can set stains 2 OF g aries LIGHT REGULAR PERMANENT f 3 PRESS NORMAL 6 10 HEavY 14 soak 20 OFF For a drain and spin Your washer can be set to drain and spin out water Push Control Knob in Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle ee above drawing 3 Pull Control Knob out The washer will drain and spin Use recommended amount of detergent or pre soak product Push Control Knob in Turn clockwise to point to the number in th SOAK Cycle Pull Control Knob out The washer will start When the cycle is over add detergent for the next selected wash cycle The Soak Cycle should always be followed by a Wash Cycle Important See additional care information in your 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 ciean 1 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 Q I laa Le o m m wa Z Z z P c O e z 7 11 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 va
5. ete and mail the Owner Registration Card furnished with this product Important safety instructions L 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 ifems 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 aliow 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 pre
6. 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 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 lt gt Whirlpool Part No 3349112 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
7. lve 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 R saw SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should S never be put on or in the washer Check pocket for bolts nuts tools etc CN Xi amp pu N je NEVER USE THE WASHER TO e store wet or dry laundry e soak for more than 2 hours e 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 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 AIHSYM ANOA AOI ONIAWD 4 Shut off both water 2 Put a quart of 3 Set the washer fora faucets Disconnect automotive type DRAIN and SPIN see and drain water antifreeze in the page 10 Let it run inlet hoses basket for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water 4 Run the washer through a com plete cycle with To use the washer again one cup of deter 4 Flush water pipes and hoses gent
8. sponsible for making sure that your washer is used only for jobs normally ex pected of home automatic washers s not run by children or anyone un able to operate it properly SNOILONAILSNI ALJJYS LNVLYOdWII SIaNLVId ANY Slavd Operating instructions cL UP WATER SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOR 1 Select a LOAD SIZE MEDIUM _ e Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash e The water level can be set for EX SMALL a few items MED or LARGE a full load NOTE Use the LARGE water level for best permanent press results Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it LARGE CAPACITY 6 CYCLE ENERGY SAVING TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Select 2 WATER TEMPERATURES 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 SHORT 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
9. 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 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide network offranchised TECH CARE Service Com panies 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 area call our COOL LINE service assis tance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under lt Whirl TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE ol APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS OR WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE SERVICK COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 999 9999 123 MAPLE 999 9999 WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVIZE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 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
10. 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 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 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 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 is 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 it your washer stops during a cycle Remember the washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle These pauses are normal If your washer fills and drains without running 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 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
11. use amp care guide AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Model LA5300XS licrowave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Ait Conditioners Dehumidifiers Automatic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrigerator Contents PARTS AND FEATURES IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Starting Your Washer What Happens in Each Cycle 6 OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS For a Rinse and Spin For a Drain and Spin For a Soak Cleaning the Lint Filter CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Winterizing IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE WASHER WARRANTY 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features LOAD SIZE SELECTOR LAUNDRY INFORMATION LINT FILTER not shown TEMPERATURE SELECTOR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE not shown 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 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Keep this book your Laundry Guide and sales slip in the Laundry Information Center Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Service Company Phone Number Please compl
12. vent 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 personally responsible for making sure that your washer e is installed repaired and parts re pla ed by a qualified person is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight is connected to the right kind of out let electric supply water supply folate Ko ro liaJ e is properly grounded e 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 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 loads and cause skin irritation You are personally re
13. ycle ends REGULAR HEAVY Cycle Minutes High Speed A cycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled REGULAR NORMAL Cycle REGULAR Minutes High NORMAL 6 Speed 10 HEAVY 14 A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moder ately soiled PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle oS LIGHT PARTIAL DRAIN Minutes Pause PERMANENT PRESS High Speed REFILL A cycle designed for permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that DOWN are moderately soiled The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items COOL 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 ie CO cO Z z a z e Aa c O O z e 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 OFF g NORMAL QA m WASH PARTIAL PRESS 4 DRAIN Minutes Pause High Speed REFILL A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent COOL press and some synthetic WN fabrics The cool down Do rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items SHORT Cycle ASOAK WASH 2 2 Minutes Minutes Pause High Speed Alndicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak
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