Whirlpool LA6800XT Washer User Manual
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1. 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 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 3 Start the washer Bleach will be diluted automatically during the wash part of the cycle Liquid fabric softener dispenser 1 Add detergent and load to the basket 2 Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recommended on the bottle 3 Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load 4 Dilute fabric softener with hot water Add enough hot water to fill the dispenser up to the opening 5 Start the washer Diluted fabric soft ener will be added to the load during the deep rinse portion of the cycle NOTE Do not stop the washer during this time If you do the fabric softener will mix with the remaining soapy wash water This will cause stains Do not put detergent in the liquid fabric softener dispenser 6 If the dispenser needs cleaning flush with hot water NOTE Do not wash clothes with dispenser removed lf You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little thin2. Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled EXTRA RINSE OPTION REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 SUPER WASH 4 FILL to Selected Level WASH 4 Minutes High Speed WASH 6 Minutes Low Speed DRAIN No Agitation The washer will proceed to Extra Rinse if selected See page 10 Permanent Press Normal Cycle A cycle designed for moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items 10 NORMAL Stent PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR CYCLE EXTRA RINSE Permanent Press Light Cycle A cycle designed for lightly soiled per manent press and some synthetic fab rics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items 10 NORMAL HT ey LIG PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR CYCLE EXTRA RINSE e i O 2 j a C o am ee Operating Instructions Continued Knits Gentle Normal Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits B LIGHT KNITS GENTLE PULL START PUSH STOP Knits Gentle Light Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits 8 6 NORMAL LIGHT KNITS GENTLE PULL START PUSH STOP Alndicates that machine is pausing for a
3. HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust 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 Ef zi O a j E D S x Operating Instructions The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your washer model They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book NOTE Your model may not include all the features shown Starting your washer Be sure to measure and add detergent then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it MEDIUM Saal gO ee EX SMALL I 1 Ex LANGE RESET INFINITE WATER SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOR HOT HOT WARM COLO WARM COLD COLD COLO WASH RINSE ENERGY SAVING TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 1 Select a load size Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash Set the knob anywhere on or between EX SMALL a few small items and EX LARGE a full load To change the water level after the washer has started to fill turn the knob to RESET th
4. LINE service assistance number in Step 2 14 5 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices con sumer views at the highest levels ot the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer or Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action When requesting assistance please provide 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 Notes IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE w 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 an authorized Whirlpool 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
5. product 2 Push Cycle Control Knob in 3 Turn clockwise until indicator points to the number in the SOAK Cycle 4 Pull Cycle Control Knob out The washer will start 5 When the cycle is over add detergent for the next selected wash cycle The SOAK Cycle should al ways be followed by a wash cycle NOTE See the Laundry Guide for additional soaking information Pre wash Cycle For best results use warm water for pre washing stained laundry Hot water can set stains 1 Use recommended amount of pre soak product or detergent 2 Push Cycle Control Knob in 3 Turn clockwise until indicator points to the number next to PRE WASH 4 Pull 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 pre washing information MAGIC CLEAN lint filter The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself During agi tation wash and rinse water pass over the filter separating lint from water The collected particles of lint are then continuously spun away from the filter and washed out of the system at the end of the wash cycle If your washer drains into a tub remove any lint collected in the tub or strainer 11 E La S P ee ae B Other Operating Instructions Continued 12 Liquid bleach dispenser
6. Temperature selector Load size Cycle control Extra rinse switch selector Model and serial number plate under lid Bleach dispenser Fabric softener dispenser Ne ES eee Agitator Tub Basket MAGIC CLEAN lint filter not shown SUPER CAPACITY TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHERS LAGOSOXT LA6800XT LA7000XT LA7001XT Contents Page Important Safety Instructions 3 Operating Instructions Starting your washer 4 5 Whathappensineachcycle 5 9 Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin 10 Extra rinse option 10 Drainandspin 10 Soak cycle 11 Pre wash cycle 11 MAGIC CLEAN lint filter 11 Liquid bleach dispenser 12 Liquid fabric softener dispenser 12 If You Need Service Or Assistance 13 14 Whirlpool Automatic Washer Warranty 16 1990 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 witha question 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 Numbe
7. brief soak period Soak Cycle or Pre Wash Cycle Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment Use recommended amount of detergent or pre soak additive The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a wash cycle PRE WASH 4 SOAK 14 OFF NOTE The pre wash setting starts the washer at the second wash period Special care is needed when soaking or pre washing laundry See the Laun dry 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 EXTRA RINSE OPTION REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 SUPER WASH 4 After the partial drain the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle Be sure to use enough detergent for the double wash So D m ES Lep z N j a o oO 7 Other Operating Instructions NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 SUPER WASH 4 KNITS GENTLE PRE WASH 4 SOAK 14 OFF PULL START PUSH STOP REGULAR CYCLE EXTRA RINSE OFF OF 10 NORMAL PERMANENT ay 6 LIGHT PRESS REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 SUPER WASH 4 OFF ag ON 6 NORMAL LIGHT KNITS GENTLE PRE WASH 4 SOAK 14 OFF PULL START PUSH STOP 10 Rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes or washing spe
8. cial care items you may want an extra rinse and spin 1 Push Cycle Control Knob in 2 Turn clockwise to one of the dots on the dial as illustrated 3 Pull Cycle Control Knob out The washer will fill to selected level agitate 2 minutes drain and spin Extra rinse option You can automatically add an extra rinse and spin to the REGULAR Cycle using the extra rinse option e Flip the Extra Rinse switch to the ON position before the REGULAR Cycle starts The washer will automatically go to an extra rinse and spin after the REGULAR Cycle is completed e f no extra rinse and spin is wanted in the REGULAR Cycle switch to the OFF position The Cycle Control Knob will then stop at the end of the REGULAR Cycle before reaching the dot on the washer dial For an extra rinse in other cycles see Rinse and spin Drain and spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing excess water 1 Push Cycle Control Knob in 2 Turn clockwise until indicator points to any bar just before an OFF area on the dial as illustrated 3 Pull Cycle Control Knob out The washer will drain and spin PRE WASH 4 PRE WASH 4 MAGIC CLEAN lint filter SOAK 14 OFF SOAK 14 OFF Basket interior Soak Cycle For best results use warm water for soaking stained laundry Hot water can set stains 1 Use recommended amount of detergent or pre soak
9. d Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Part No 3351534 Rev A 1990 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
10. e 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 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 NOTE You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles In some cycles 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 agitation time 3 Z Operating Instructions Continued Regular Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled EXTRA RINSE OPTION REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 SUPER WASH 4 SPIN High Speed Spray Rinse The washer will proceed to Extra Rinse if selected See page 10 Regular Normal
11. en to the desired water level NOTE For best washing results items should move freely in the washer Do not overload the washer or choose a water level that is too low for your wash load For best results with permanent press clothes use the EX LARGE water level Reduce wash time when using EX SMALL or SMALL water level settings Loads with only a few small items need less wash time for best results 2 Select water temperature s Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed The top temperature is 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 use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics REGULAR Nona 10 neavy td SUPER wasn 4 PERMANENT PRESS ors ON 3 6 NonMAaL LIGHT A KNITS GENTLE OFF PULL START PUSH STG 3 Select cycle and wash time Start the washer e Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise e Stop when the indicator on the knob s outer ring points to the number in the wash cycle you want The numbers are minutes of wash time e Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Control Knob The washer will fill to the selected water level with the selected wash water temperature After filling the washer will agitat
12. gs 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 e Are both water faucets open e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box Are the water supply hoses kinked Is 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 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 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool COOL LINE service 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 If you prefer write to Mr D
13. ng solvents kerosene 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 o If 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 correct 3 prong 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
14. onald Skinner Director of Consumer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide network Whirlpdol of authorized SERVICE Whirlpool service companies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company 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 ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR SERVICE amp REPA SR MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES AUTHORIZED WHIALPOOL SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES JONVISISSY HO JOIAUSS CIIN NOA dl SNOILONYLSNI SNILWHdd0 YSHLO If You Need Service Or Assistance Continued 4 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
15. r If your washer has a Consumer Buy Guide label remove it It will be easier to remove before the washer is used To remove any remaining glue e Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball then remove or e Soak area with liquid hand dishwash ing detergent before removing glue as described above Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners These can damage the finish See Important Safety Instructions on page 3 Important Safety Instructions AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using your washer fol low basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before using the washer e 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 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 cleani
16. 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 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 E Any labor costs during the limited warranties WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL 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 If you need service first see the Service and Assistance section of this book After checking Service and Assistance additional help can be found by calling our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S covered by your Gearcase assembly i warranty Registere
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