Whirlpool lA958OxW manual

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    Use & Care Guide Temperature selector Extra rinse Load size switch selector Cycle control Model and serial TWOSPEEDAUTOMATICWASHERS SUPERCAPACITY LA948OXW lA958OxW LARGECAPACITY lA92ooxw[...]

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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 Extra rinse option ........... 10 Drain and spin .............. 10 Soak cycle ................. 11 Pre-wash cycle ............. 11 MAGIC [...]

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    Important Safety Instructions injury to persons when using your washer, fol- low basic precautions, including the following: 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, soaked in or spotted with recently (usually 2 w[...]

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    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[...]

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    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 [...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. Regular/Normal Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled. to Selected Level High Speed, Spray Rinses The washer will proceed to Extra Rinse, if selected. See page 10. lo Selected Level 6 Minutes Low Spee[...]

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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 Low Speed, Spray Rinse to Selected Level 2 Minutes Low Speed 2 Minutes [...]

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    Soak Cycle (all models) or Pre-wash Cycle (model LA958OXW) Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent or presoak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a wash cycle. Super Wash Cycle Use for washing heavily soiled loads that req[...]

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    Other Operating Instructions (model LA959OXW) Rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin. 1. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise until indicator points to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated. 3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer wi[...]

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    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 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 [...]

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    Other Operating 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 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[...]

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    If You Need Sewice Or Assistance We suggest you follow these 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: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? l Are both water faucets o[...]

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    If You Need Service Or Assistance Continued 4. If you need FSP6 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 sam[...]

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    Notes[...]

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    Whirlpool”Automatic Washer Warranty AWOOl LENGTH OF WARRANTY i WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase LIMITED TEN-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials (including top and lid rust) or workmanship. Ser[...]