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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
10 wash cloths
1 bath mat

Delicates
2 camisoles
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties

Mixed Load
2 double or

1 king size
sheet(s)

4 pillowcases
6 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
6 handkerchiefs

Heavy Work
Clothes
3 pair pants
3 shirts
4 pair jeans
1 coverall
1 overall

Knits
3 slacks
3 blouses
6 shirts
4 tops
4 dresses

SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS

Permanent Press
2 double or

1 king size sheet(s)

1 tablecloth
1 dress
1 blouse
2 slacks
3 shirts
2 pillowcases

Towels
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
14 wash cloths
1 bath mat

Delicates
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4 slips
4 panties
2 bras
2 nighties
1 baby’s dress

Mixed Load
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8 T-shirts
6 pair shorts
2 shirts
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs

Summary of Contents for LBR5232EQ0

Page 1: ...Selecting a cycle time and temperature 6 MAGIC CLEAN lint filter 11 Understanding what happens in each cycle 12 Understanding normal washer sounds 12 Adding liquid chlorine bleach 13 Adding liquid fabric softener 13 Caring for Your Washer 14 Laundry Tips 15 Removing Stains 19 Troubleshooting 22 Requesting Assistance or Service 24 Warranty 28 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments PART N...

Page 2: ...our appliance Please record your model s information Whenever you call to request service on your appliance you need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number plate see diagram on page 4 for location of plate Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and your dealer s name address and telephone number Keep this bo...

Page 3: ...ildren to play on or in the washer Close supervi sion of children is necessary when the washer is used near children Before the washer is removed from service or discarded re move the door Do not reach into the washer if the tub or agitator is moving Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather Do not tamper with controls Do not repair or replace any part of the washe...

Page 4: ...nd features of your washer are illustrated on this page Become familiar with all parts and features before using your washer NOTES The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model They are designed to show the different features of all models covered by this book Your model may not include all features Page references are included next to some features Refer to those pages for more inform...

Page 5: ...ponds with the size of your wash load and the type of fabric being washed You can select either a Small or Large load size setting as shown To change the load size setting after the washer has started to fill turn the Selector to the new setting wWARNING Explosion Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids Do not wash or dry items soiled with v...

Page 6: ...ener to the final rinse cycle See page 13 Stopping restarting your washer To stop your washer at any time push in the Cycle Control Knob To restart the washer close the lid if necessary and pull out the Cycle Control Knob Selecting a cycle time and temperature Use the information in this section to help you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads Each cycle is designed for different typ...

Page 7: ... time with Warm water to clean large loads of sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled Select 10 minutes of wash time with Cold water to clean washable knits cottons permanent press and some synthetic fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled Cycle options You may select a different wash time by first selecting the water temperature Warm or Cold and then turning to the new wash tim...

Page 8: ...Control Knob and turn it clockwise to Rinse as shown 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob The washer fills agitates drains and spins Using drain and spin on 1 speed models A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing excess water 1 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to Spin as shown 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob The wash...

Page 9: ...synthetic fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled A cold wash will provide 4 minutes of wash time A warm wash will provide 6 to 10 minutes of wash time Short Knits cycle The Short Knits cycle features a brief soak and reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling Use this cycle for cleaning delicate items and washable knits that are lightly to moder ately s...

Page 10: ...ghtly moderately or heavily soiled A cold wash will provide 4 minutes of wash time A warm wash will provide 6 to 8 minutes of wash time A hot wash will provide 10 minutes of wash time Knits Gentle cycle The Knits Gentle cycle features a brief soak and reduced agitation speed for gentle soil removal Low spin speeds reduce wrinkling Use this cycle for cleaning delicate items and washable knits that ...

Page 11: ...ems by removing excess water 1 Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise to a Spin setting as shown 2 Pull out the Cycle Control Knob The washer drains then spins Normal Permanent Press Off Off Off Cold Rinse Cold Rinse Cold Rinse Normal Permanent Press Off Off Off Spin Spin Spin MAGIC CLEAN lint filter on some models The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself Duri...

Page 12: ...rain No agitation Spin On 2 speed models the Permanent Press cycle partially drains fills agitates briefly and drains WASH RINSE Understanding normal washer sounds Your new washer may make sounds that your old one didn t Because the sounds are unfamiliar you may be concerned about them Don t be most of them are normal The following describes some of the sounds you may hear and what causes them Dur...

Page 13: ...chlorine bleach add detergent to soak water NOTE Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches The damage appears as rips holes tears or color loss and may not show up until several washings later Adding liquid fabric softener Always dilute fabric softener with 1 2 to 1 cup 125 to 250 mL warm water Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics Add diluted fabric softener only in the final rinse...

Page 14: ... Put 1 quart 1L of R V type antifreeze in the basket 4 Run washer on a drain and spin setting see pages 8 and 11 for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water 5 Unplug the power supply cord Non use or vacation care Operate your washer only when you are at home If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time you should Unplug the power supply cord or turn o...

Page 15: ...ms around the agitator Items should move easily through wash water for best cleaning and wrinkle free results Items should sink and reappear later To reduce wrinkling permanent press and synthetic knits should have more room to move in the water than heavy items towels jeans Turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle Mend tears loose hems and se...

Page 16: ...s Mixed Load 2 double or 1 king size sheet s 4 pillowcases 6 T shirts 6 pair shorts 2 shirts 2 blouses 6 handkerchiefs Heavy Work Clothes 3 pair pants 3 shirts 4 pair jeans 1 coverall 1 overall Knits 3 slacks 3 blouses 6 shirts 4 tops 4 dresses SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS Permanent Press 2 double or 1 king size sheet s 1 tablecloth 1 dress 1 blouse 2 slacks 3 shirts 2 pillowcases Towels 10 bath to...

Page 17: ...ater To check your hot water 1 Fill a pan with the hottest water available from the faucet that fills your washer NOTE If you do not have a faucet at your washer site collect the water from the faucet closest to your washer 2 Place a candy thermometer or cooking thermometer in the water to check the temperature NOTE In wash water temperatures colder than 70 F 21 C detergents do not dissolve well A...

Page 18: ...ll be reduced Elastic picks up oil from the body Oil can damage elastic Wash often to reduce the damage Use warm water and sufficient detergent to remove oils Do not use chlorine bleach Items will be clearly labeled as flame retardant Follow manufacturer s instructions to retain flame retardant qualities Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch However this means that knits are more like...

Page 19: ...e presoak Rewash Scrape off excess with a dull knife Place fabric between two blotters or facial tissue Press with warm iron Remove color stain with nonflammable fabric cleaner Hand wash until stain is gone If full load is crayon stained take to cleaners or coin operated dry cleaning machine Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner or a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Wash Repeat if necessar...

Page 20: ...ater Wash If stain remains cover area with a paste made of color safe bleach a few drops of hot water and a few drops of ammonia Wait 15 to 30 minutes Wash Old stains Sponge with white vinegar Rinse Repeat procedure for fresh stains Soak in warm or cold water with an enzyme presoak for at least 30 min utes or sponge with denatured alcohol Wash in water temperature and bleach safe for the fabric Fo...

Page 21: ...r a prewash soil and stain remover Rinse Work liquid detergent and a few drops of vinegar into stain Rinse If stain remains apply 3 hydrogen peroxide Rinse and wash Hand wash paint stained items Water base Treat stains while still wet These paints cannot be removed after they have dried Rinse in warm water to flush out paint Sponge with a nonflammable fabric cleaner Rinse Wash Oil base Scrape off ...

Page 22: ... pour directly on clothes Sharp items not removed from pockets fasteners not fastened Using soap in very hard water use detergent in hard water Not enough detergent Line drying Overloading Clothes wrapped around agitator Overloading leave more room for permanent press and knits Load not immediately removed from washer after cycle Cycle selection incorrect Water temperature too low Not enough deter...

Page 23: ... the hot and cold water faucets turned on Are the water hoses kinked or clogged Is the drain hose higher than the water level in the washer It must be higher for proper operation Is the washer making noises see page 12 or vibrating Is the wash load properly distributed around the agitator TROUBLESHOOTING NOTE Washer stops briefly during a wash cycle These pauses are normal If none of these items w...

Page 24: ...AJOR SERVICE REPAIR DRYERS SERVICE REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co Example XYZ Service Co 3 If you need FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your WHIRLPOOL a...

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Page 28: ...NGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR PART NO 3363571 1996 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A 2 96 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 for outer tub should it crack or fail to contain water due to defective materi...

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