Page 1: ...AUTOMATIC WASHER Super Capacity Model LA558OXS s MIcrowave Ovens Trash Compactors Room Air Condfitloners Oehumldlflers Aulomatlc Washers Clothes Dryers Freezers Refrlgeratol ...
Page 2: ...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 under the lid near the hinge Serio Number 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Purchase Dote Keep this book your Laundry Guide and sales slip in the Laundry...
Page 3: ...lly expected of home automatic washers l is properly maintained l is protected from the weather and kept where the temperature will not fall below freezing l is not run by children or anyone unable to operate it properly See the Installation Instructions for complete information Contents Page PARTS AND FEATURES 2 YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 3 SAFETY FIRST 3 STARTING YOUR WASHER 4 WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CY...
Page 4: ...E a full load NOTE Use the EX LARGE water level for 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 mu...
Page 5: ...h time The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle C Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temper ature After filling the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes D Tostop the washer at any time push in the Control Knob To restart the washer pull out the Control Knob ...
Page 6: ...gitation and timing starts After agitation starts the knob turns clock wise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends REGULAR HEAVY Cycle 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 A cycle designed for mod erately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics The cool do...
Page 7: ...ng the spin parts of some cycles In some cycles cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESScycles the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time ...
Page 8: ... is pausing for a brief soak period washes and spins moder ately soiled delicate items and washable knits GHT Cycle I i II A Indicates the machine is pauslng for a brief soak A cycle that gently period washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits SUPER WASH Cycle a Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal Double the amount of detergent recommended...
Page 9: ... Rinse FILL for Deep Rinse I G l for I II Deep Rinse I 1 RINSE rHigh 1 Speed DRAIN No Agitation 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: ...minutes drain and spin For a drain and spin Your washer 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 dmwlng 3 Pull Control Knob out The washer will drain and spin For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle see pages 6 9 MAGIC CLEAN lint filter The lint filter in your washer cleans itself Collected lint is...
Page 11: ...ippers AFTER WASHING use a soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry Leave the lid up until the basket is dry Wipe up spills right away Spills can dull or damage the finish 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 ne...
Page 12: ... 3 Set the washer for a faucets Disconnect automotive type DRAIN and SPIN see and drain water antifreeze in the page IO Let it run inlet hoses basket for about 30 second to mix the antifreeze and water To use the washer again plete cycle with one cup of deter 1 Flush water pipes and hoses gent to clean out 2 Connect hoses to the washer the antifreeze 3 Turn on the water faucets 12 ...
Page 13: ...ly hoses kinked l Is the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out It your washer does not spin l Is the lid closed l Is the power supply cord pluggeC into a live circuit with the propel voltage l Have you checked you home main fuses or circuit breaker box If your washer fills and drains without running l Make sure that the Cycle Control Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle Make sure the drain ho...
Page 14: ...llow 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 US 33 North Benton Harbor Ml 49022 5 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this sy...
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Page 16: ...when washer is used in other than normal single family household use C Pick up and deliver This product is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to wosher caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not opproved by Whirlpool E Any labor costs during the limited warranties WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states d...
