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Summary of Contents for LA5500XS

Page 1: ...AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity 1 Model LA55ooxs dlcrowave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Condltloners Oehumldlflers Automallc Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refwrator 1 ...

Page 2: ...SERIAL NUMBER PLATE I f not shown Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label It will be easier to remove before the washer is used You should wipe out the basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here When you need service or call with a question have this information ready 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers Model Number from plate ...

Page 3: ...ollow instructions materials Small particles can stick to on packages of detergent and laun fabrics washed in following loads dry aids especially warnings and and cause skin irritation precautions You are personally responsible for HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if making sure that Your washer chlorine bleach is used in the same l is used only for jobs normally ex wash as ammonia or acids such as p...

Page 4: ...best permanent press results l Match the wash and rinse water temperature to the type of fabrics and soils being washed l All rinses are cold Cold rinses save energy and help prevent wrinkles from setting into fabrics Recommended wash temperatures can be found in your laundry Guide LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS For best cleaning results the load must be able to move freely in the water Too big a loa...

Page 5: ... utes of wash time The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle C Start the washer by pulling out D Tostop the washer at any time the Control Knob The washer will push in the Control Knob To fill to the level you set with wash restart the washer pull out the water of the selected temper Control Knob ature After filling the washer will agitate for the selected number of min...

Page 6: ...iming starts After agitation starts the knob turns clock wise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends REGULAR HEAVY Cycle DRAIN A cycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled REGULAR NORMAL Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moder ately soiled PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle PERMANENT A cycle designed for mod erately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabr...

Page 7: ...old water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing Gentle Wash System For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESScycles the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time WASH cl NOTE Always use cold rinse water Low for permanent press fabrics Speed ...

Page 8: ...GENTLE NORMAL Cycle washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits A lndlcater the machine is pausing for a brief soak period KNITS GENTLE LIGHT Cycle knits A Indicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak period 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...

Page 9: ... Low for permanent press fabrics Speed DRAIN Agi or c RINSE Low Speed The washer will proceed to the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle If you want a different cycle to follow SUPERWASH push in the cycle control knob turn to the cycle and time you want pull knob out to start ...

Page 10: ...r can be set to drain and spin out water 1 Push Control Knob in 2 Turn clockwise to the bar just before the OFF area in any cycle See above drawing 3 Pull Control Knob out The washer will drain and spin For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle see pages 6 9 Cleaning the lint filter Clean filter after every load for best filtering results NOTE The load type will vary the amount of lint build up ...

Page 11: ...p until the basket is dry Wipe up spills right away Spills can dull or damage the finish REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins buckles etc from clothes before washing Close metal zippers SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should never be put on or in the washer Check pocket for bolts nuts tools etc SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can damage washer and dryer dials con soles and finishes Do not use these products on or ...

Page 12: ...ect automotive type and drain water antifreeze in the inlet hoses basket To use the washer again 1 Flush water pipes and hoses 2 Connect hoses to the washer 3 Turn on the water faucets 3 Set the washer for a DRAIN and SPIN see page 10 Let it run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water 4 Run the washer through a com plete cycle with one cup of deter gent to clean out the antifreeze 12 ...

Page 13: ...our washer does not spin l Is the lid closed l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage l Have you checked you home s main fuses or circuit breaker box If your washer stops durlng a cycle l Remember the washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle These pauses are normal If your washer fills and drains wlthout runnlng l Make sure that the Cycle Control...

Page 14: ...e Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under 4 If you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service as sistance telephone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you prefer write to Mr Robert Stanley Division Vice President Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor Ml 49022 5 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corpor...

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Page 16: ...place house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 6 Repairs when washer is used in other than normal single family household use C Pick up and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to washer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Any labor costs during the limited warranties WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT...

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