English dropdown-ico

Whirlpool LA8860xW manual

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16

Go to page of

Similar user manuals

A good user manual

The rules should oblige the seller to give the purchaser an operating instrucion of Whirlpool LA8860xW, along with an item. The lack of an instruction or false information given to customer shall constitute grounds to apply for a complaint because of nonconformity of goods with the contract. In accordance with the law, a customer can receive an instruction in non-paper form; lately graphic and electronic forms of the manuals, as well as instructional videos have been majorly used. A necessary precondition for this is the unmistakable, legible character of an instruction.

What is an instruction?

The term originates from the Latin word „instructio”, which means organizing. Therefore, in an instruction of Whirlpool LA8860xW one could find a process description. An instruction's purpose is to teach, to ease the start-up and an item's use or performance of certain activities. An instruction is a compilation of information about an item/a service, it is a clue.

Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of Whirlpool LA8860xW. A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.

What should a perfect user manual contain?

First and foremost, an user manual of Whirlpool LA8860xW should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of Whirlpool LA8860xW
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the Whirlpool LA8860xW item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the Whirlpool LA8860xW item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards

Why don't we read the manuals?

Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of Whirlpool LA8860xW alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of Whirlpool LA8860xW, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the Whirlpool service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of Whirlpool LA8860xW.

Why one should read the manuals?

It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the Whirlpool LA8860xW item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.

After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.

Table of contents for the manual

  • Page 1

    Use & Care Guide Temperature sektor Lcmdfb I cy* 8ekctor amtrol knob MAGIC CLEAN’ lint filter (not rhown) LARGE CAPACITY ONE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER LA8860xW[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Important Safety lnstructlons .._..... 3 Operating Instructions Starting your washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 What happens in each cycle . . . . . . . . . . 5 Other Operating lnstructlons Rinse and spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Drain and spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

  • Page 3

    Important Safety Instructions . Read all lnstructlons before uslng These substances give off vapors the washer. that can create a FlRE HAZARD or l NEVER wash items cleaned, wash- EXPLOSION. ed, soaked in or spotted with wax, l If hot water has not been used paint, gasoline, or flammable fluids in recently (usually 2 weeks or longer), the washer. Th[...]

  • Page 4

    Operating lnstmctions WAllEn uwa IBADmauaclwn Starting your washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted bad in the washer before starting it. l.Selectaloadslze l Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of bad you want to wash. l Set the knob on SMALL (a few small items), MEDIUM or LARGE (a full bad). NOTE: F[...]

  • Page 5

    3. Select cycle and wash time Start the washer l Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise. l 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. l Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Control Knob. The washer will fill to the selected water level [...]

  • Page 6

    Operatlng lnstructlons Continued Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. FILL to seleued Level WASH 14-10 Minutes High Speed DRAIN No Agitation SPIN Hish speed FILL for F4inf.e RINSE HighSpeed DRAIN No Agitation SPIN High speed. Spray Rinse Regolarr’Normal Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics th[...]

  • Page 7

    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 RedLIght Cycle A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into thes[...]

  • Page 8

    Opsratlng lnstructlons Contlnued Short Cycle Use this cycle for items that need a short wash and spin time. Wash nylon hose in a net laundry bag. A Indicates that machine is pausing for a brief soak period. Soak Cycle A cycle that uses a brief period of high-speed agitation to loosen and remove heavy soils and stains. Use recommended amount of dete[...]

  • Page 9

    Other Operating Instructions I Rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing specialcare items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. 1. Push Cyde Control Knob in. 2. Turn do&wise to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated. 3. Pull Cyde Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level, agitate 2 mi[...]

  • Page 10

    Other Operatlng Instructions Continued 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 manufacturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling. 1. Load the washer first. 2. Pour measured bleach careful[...]

  • Page 11

    If You Need We suggest you follow these steps: 1. Before calling for asslstancs . . . Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your washer doss not fill: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? l Are both water faucets open? l Have you ch[...]

  • Page 12

    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 replacement parts will fit right and work tight, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every n[...]

  • Page 13

    Notes 13[...]

  • Page 14

    Notes 14[...]

  • Page 15

    Notes 15[...]

  • Page 16

    Automal LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMED m-YEAR FSP replacement of outer tub should it crawl or fail WARRANTY to mntain water, due to defective materials or From Date of Purchase workmanship. rlHIRLPOOL” c Washer Warranty AWnib -..-. WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP[...]