Whirlpool LBR5232EQ0 manual

Home Appliances Use And Care GUIDE ONE AND TWO SPEED AUTOMA TIC W ASHERS A Note to You ......................... 2 Washer Safety ........................ 3 Parts and Features ................. 4 Operating Your Washer ......... 5 Starting your washer .......... 5 Stopping/restarting your washer ........................ 6 Selecting a cycle, time, and[...]

2 A Note to Y ou Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL ® appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL washers are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable infor- mation about how to [...]

3 – SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – • Read all instructions before using the washer. • Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. • Do not add gasoline, dry-clea[...]

4 Extra Rinse Extra Rinse Except Hand Washables Except Hand Washables On On Off Off Small Large Load Size Load Size H O T W A R M C O L D H O T W A R M C O L D H O T W A R M C O L D Normal Knits / Gentle Permanent Press Heavy Regular Pull Start Push Stop Light Off Off Off 10 14 6 8 10 Cold Rinse Cold Rinse Cold Rinse Cool Down Spin Spin Spin Pause [...]

5 Operating Y our W asher To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your washer properly. This section gives you this important information. Page references are included for more information. Starting your washer 1. Add measured detergent to the washer. Then place a sorted load of clothes in the washer. • Sort and load clothes as descr[...]

6 4. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle you want. Match the wash water tempera- ture with the type of fabric and soils being washed. See pages 7-10. 5. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob to start the washer. 6. (OPTIONAL STEP) If desired, add measured liquid chlorine bleach after the washer starts agitating. See pag[...]

7 NOTE: This book covers several washer models. The Cycle Control Knobs for these models are shown on the following pages. Compare your washer’s Cycle Control Knob with those shown. Once you find the Knob that looks like yours, use the cycle descrip- tions for that Knob. OPERATING YOUR WASHER Normal Push Stop Pull Start W A R M F I L L C O L D F [...]

8 OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using rinse and spin (on 1-speed models) When using extra detergent for heavily- soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. 1. For an additional rinse, push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to Rinse, as shown. 2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob. The washer fi[...]

9 W a r m C O L D W A R M C O L D W A R M C O L D Normal Short/Knits Permanent Press Heavy Regular Pull Start Push Stop Off Off Off 10 14 8 10 Cold Rinse Cold Rinse Cold Rinse Cool Down Spin Spin Spin Pause OPERATING YOUR WASHER 2-Speed, 4-Cycle Models Normal cycle The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system for better fabric care, high agitat[...]

10 H O T W A R M C O L D H O T W A R M C O L D H O T W A R M C O L D Normal Knits / Gentle Permanent Press Heavy Regular Pull Start Push Stop Light Off Off Off 10 14 6 8 10 Cold Rinse Cold Rinse Cold Rinse Cool Down Spin Spin Spin Pause 2-Speed, 5-Cycle Models Normal cycle The Normal cycle features the Gentle Wash system for better fabric care, hig[...]

11 OPERATING YOUR WASHER Using rinse and spin (on 2-speed models) When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may find an extra rinse and spin is needed. 1. For an additional rinse, push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to a Cold Rinse setting, as shown. 2. Pull out the Cycle Control Knob[...]

12 Understanding what happens in each cycle When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the washer fills before agitation and timing start. The washer begins agitating immediately after filling; agitation occurs with the washer lid up or down. After agitation starts, the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwise until it points to an OF[...]

13 OPERATING YOUR WASHER Adding liquid chlorine bleach Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Follow manu- facturer’s directions for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling. 1. Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load. 2. Add bleach to wash cycle so it ca[...]

14 Caring for Y our W asher Proper care of your washer can extend its life. This section explains how to care for your washer properly and safely. Cleaning your washer Exterior Wipe up detergent, bleach, and other spills with a soft, damp cloth or sponge as they occur. Occa- sionally wipe the outside of the washer to keep it looking like new. Do no[...]

15 Laundry Ti ps This section reviews proper laundering techniques, gives you additional washing information, and discusses solutions to common laundering problems. Preparing clothes for washing • Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging other items. Remove pins, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the washer interior. Re[...]

16 LAUNDRY TIPS Loading suggestions Following are suggested full-sized loads. EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS Heavy Work Clothes 2 pair pants 3 shirts 3 pair jeans 1 coverall Knits 2 slacks 2 blouses 4 shirts 4 tops 2 dresses Permanent Press 1 double sheet 1 tablecloth 1 dress 1 blouse 2 slacks 3 shirts 2 pillowcases Towels 8 bath towels 8 hand towels[...]

17 LAUNDRY TIPS Water guidelines Selecting water temperatures SUGGESTED FABRICS • Work clothes • Sturdy whites/colorfast pastels • Diapers • Dark/noncolorfast colors • Permanent press items • Nylon, polyester, acrylics, silks, woollens • Knits/delicate fabrics • Extra-sensitive colors • Noncolorfast items • Hand washables COMMEN[...]

18 Washing special-care items Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always follow care label directions when they are available. Below are general washing instruc- tions for some special washables. ITEM Blankets (electric or woolen) Curtains, drapes, slipcovers Diapers Elastic, spandex Flame-retardant c[...]

19 • When bleach is recommended, use a bleach that is safe for the fabric. • Test stain removers on an inside seam or hidden corner of the item to see if the color is removed. • Put the stained area face down on a paper towel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover to the back of the stain. This forces the stain off the fabric instead of thro[...]

20 REMOVING STAINS STAIN Deodorants and anti- perspirants TO REMOVE Light stain: Treat with liquid detergent or your regular laundry detergent. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. Heavy stain: Place face down on towel and treat with a paste of ammo- nia and color safe bleach. Let stand for 30 minutes. Wash in hottest water safe for fabric. w W A[...]

21 REMOVING STAINS TO REMOVE Sponge immediately with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or apply a prewash soil and stain remover. Rinse. Wash. If stain remains, apply a liquid detergent to stain or soak in warm water with an enzyme presoak. Rewash. Apply nonflammable fabric cleaner or prewash soil and stain remover. Blot with absorbent material. Repeat[...]

22 CAUSE • Chlorine staining • Iron in water heater or pipes; iron and manganese in water • Improper sorting • Load not immediately removed from washer after end of cycle • Improper sorting • Water temperature too low • Not enough detergent • Using soap in very hard water (use detergent in hard water) • Fabric softener poured dire[...]

23 Common washer problems Before calling for service, check these: Is the lid closed? ▼ Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out? ▼ Is the power cord firmly plugged into a live outlet with proper voltage? ▼ Have you blown a household fuse or tripped a circuit breaker? ▼ Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on? ▼ Are the wate[...]

24 Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on pages 22-23. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance * … Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhe[...]

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A. Service calls to: 1. Correct the installation of your washer. 2. Instruct you how to use your washer. 3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing. B. Repairs when your washer is used in other than normal, single-family household use. C. Pickup and delivery. Your washer is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damage to your wash[...]