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Whirlpool LA5400XS manual

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    AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Model LA54ooxs M~rrnwave Ovens Trash Compactors. Room AM Condltloners. Dehumldlfiers, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers. RefrlgeratOr-1[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Page PARTS AND FEATURES . 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. 4 Starting Your Washer 4 What Happens in Each Cycle 6 OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . 10 For a Rinse and Spin For a Drain and Spin Cleaning the Lint Filter CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Winterizing IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR ASSISTANCE . WASHER WARRANTY I 01987 Whi[...]

  • Page 3

    Addiffonal Safety Insfrucfions 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 form[...]

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    Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it. 2 Select . WATER TEMPERATURES 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 item[...]

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    3. Start the washer A. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. 6. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are min- utes of wash time. The drawing shows 6 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle. C. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fill t[...]

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    What Happens in Each Cycle* Each cycle 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 set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before aiitation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns clock wise until it points to OF[...]

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    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. WASH High u Speed SPIN High I Speed r 1 Spray Rinse[...]

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    PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. SHORT Cycle 2 I Minutes High Speed I I Alndicates the machine Is pausing for a brief soak . . Use for delicate items that need a short wash and spin time. Wash nylon hose [...]

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    WASH High Speed[...]

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    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 l on the dial. See above drawing. 3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minutes; drain and spin. Other ope[...]

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    OFF WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off, this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. Caring for your washer REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers, AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the lid up until the basket is[...]

  • Page 12

    Winterizing Because some water stavs in the washer. freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather... 1. Shut off both water . -. 2. Put a quart of R.V 3. Set the washer for a faucets. ulsconnecf or automobile tvpe DRAIN and SPIN fsee and drain water inlet hoses. antifreeze in the ’ basket. page 10).[...]

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    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: 1. Before calling fo assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your washer does not 811: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? l Have you checked yo[...]

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    2. If you need assistanceJc... Call Whirlpool COOL-LINER serv- Ice assistance telephone number. Dlal free from anywhere in the U.S.: l-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 com[...]

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    Notes[...]

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    WHIRLPOOL” AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@’ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CAREQ service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement[...]