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Summary of Contents for LA5000XM

Page 1: ...AUTOMIATIC I WASHER Large Capacity Model LA5000XM I wave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Condltloners Oehumldlflers Automatic Washers Clothes Oryers Freezers Refngerator Freezers ...

Page 2: ...ers here When you need service or call with a _ _____ question have this information ready Mode Number I Complete Model and Serial Num bers from plate under the lid nearthe __ hinge Serial Number 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information In these spaces Purchase Date Keep this book in the Laundry Informa tion Center with your Laundry Guide sales slip and warranty Serwce Company Phone N...

Page 3: ...properly maintained l is protected from the weather and kept where the tempera ture will not fall below freezing l is not run by children or anyone unable to operate it properly See the Installation Instructions for complete information Contents Page PARTS AND FEATURES 2 YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 3 SAFETY FIRST STARTINGYOUR WASHER WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE 6 OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8 For a Rinse...

Page 4: ...ad sizes l Match the wash water tem perature to the type of fabrics and soils being washed l All rinses are cold Recommended wash tempera tures can be found in your Laundry Guide and printed under the washer lid LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS Use less than a full tub of For best cleaning results water when you have less than the load must be able to move a full load to wash freely in the water Too bi...

Page 5: ...HEAVY Cycle NOTE The washer will fill only when the knob points to a fill area C Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob The washer will fill to the level You set with wash water of the selected temperature After filling the washer will agitate forthe selected number of minutes D To stop the washer at any time push in the Control Knob To restart the washer pull out the Control Knob To set...

Page 6: ...d pulled out the washer fills before agitation and timing start After agitation starts the knob turns REGULAR HEAVY Cycle KNIT GENTLE Cycle SOAK Cycle Low agitation and spin speeds and shorter wash time gently wash delicate items and washable synthetic knits Periods of agitation and soaking trme clean stained yellowed gray or heavily soiled laundry Use recommended amount of detergent FILL to 1 Sel...

Page 7: ...ar 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 r 1 ISpecial care is needed when soaking or pre washing laundry See your Laundry Guide for proper use of this cycle I ...

Page 8: ...ycle See above drawing l Pull Control Knob out l The washer will drain and spin Other operating instructions For a drain and spin For a soak or pre wash For best results use warm water for soaking or pre washing stained laundry l Use enough detergent or pre soak product for a single load l Push Control Knob in l Turn clockwise to point at a number in the SOAK Cycle use the 12 minute mark for a pre...

Page 9: ...hing Close metal zippers towipe the outside and inside dry Leave the lid up until the basket is dry Wipe up spills right away They can dull or damage the finish SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer Check pockets for bolts nuts tools etc SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can damage washer and dryer dials consoles and finishes Do not use these products on or near your washer or dr...

Page 10: ...automobile type nect and drain antifreeze in the water inlet hoses basket To use the washer again 4 Run the washer through a com plete cycle with 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 3 Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN see page 81 Let it run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water 10...

Page 11: ... or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area Whirlpool has a nationwide net work of franchised TECH CARE Serv ice Companies 1 FR NcHISEDsERVrCE 1 TECH CARE Serv ice 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 assistance t...

Page 12: ...s Maklng your world a llttle easier Part No 383166 Rev 8 c 1984 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A natic Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Relr geratot Freerers Ice Makers Dishwashers Bwlt In Ovens and Surface Units Ranges MIC ...

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