Whirlpool LA5705xT manual

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    %h 01 3 Use & C~rA~Guide I Temperature selector I I Load size selector I I Cycle cpntrol . . Model and serial number plate r (lJnder Iid) Bleach dispenser Agitator - I Tub Basket MAGIC CLEAN” lint filter (not shown) LARGE CAPACITY TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER LA5705xT[...]

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    Contents Page Important Safety Instructions. . 3 Operating Instructions Starting your washer 4-5 What happens in each cycle 5-9 Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin 10 Drain and spin 10 Pre-wash Cycle. IO Liquid bleach dispenser 11 MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter 11 SUDS-MISER@ System 12-l 3 If You Need Service or Assistance. 14-l 5 Whirlpool Autom[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, fol- low basic precautions, including the fOlIOWing: l Read all instructions before give off vapors that can create a using the washer. FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. l NEVER wash items cleaned, l If hot water has not been used washed[...]

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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. 1. Select a load size . Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. l Set the knob on or between EX SMALL (a few items) and LARGE (a full load). NOTE: Use the LARGE wa[...]

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    3. Select cycle and wash time Start the washer l Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it to the right. l Stop on the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. l 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 fi[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued Regular/Heavy Cycle Regular/Normal Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that that are heavily soiled. are moderately soiled. to Selected Level High Speed. Spray Rinse to Selected Level J - WASH 4 Mmutes High Speed SPIN High Speed, Spray Rmse[...]

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    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. 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 in[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. Knits Gentle/Light Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits. to Selected Level 4 Mrnutes Low Speed 2 Minutes No Agrtation DRAIN No Agilatron 1 to Sele[...]

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    Pre-wash Cycle A cycle that uses a brief period of high-speed agitation to loosen and remove heavy soils and stains. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive. 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. to Selecte[...]

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    Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which have had extra detergent added for proper cleaning. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any dot on the dial. 3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level, agi- tate 2 minutes, drain and spin. Drai[...]

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    Liquid bleach dispenser 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, d[...]

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    Other Operating Instructions Continued I Suds IA ‘f return hose 1 - I I @di$ L ’ II IJ- Storage Standpipe tub I I Plastic strainer SUDS-MISER@ System The SUDS-MISER& System has two drain hoses. One hose moves a portion of the used wash water into a storage tub, then back into the washer for use during the next wash. The other hose carries t[...]

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    To re-use wash water 1. Set the Cycle Control Knob on SUDS RETURN. Do not add the load items at this time. 2. Pull the Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will pump most of the wash 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. water from the storage tub back into the washer basket. When the wash water has pumped back into the washer, push in the Cycle Control Knob. Add about [...]

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    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: . Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? l Are both water fau[...]

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    4. If you have a problem’... Call our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number (see Step 2) and talk with one of our consultants, or if you prefer, write to: Mr. Donald Skinner Director of Customer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M-63 Benton Harbor, Ml 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. 5. If you need FS[...]

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    Whirlpool”Automatic Washer Warranty AWOO 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 bv a franchised TECH-CARE’ service comoanv LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From[...]