Whirlpool LASOOXK User's Manual
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1. Model LA5500XK Regular Capacity lt gt Whirlpool AUTOMATIC WASHER Use amp Care Guide LAUNDRY INFORMATION CENTER CYCLE CONTROL KNOB WATER TEMPERATURE SELECTOR LOAD SIZE SELECTOR LINT FILTER AGITATOR Copy Your Model and Serial Numbers Here When you n ed service or call with a question have this information Sy er ready 1 Complete Model and Serial Numbers from the plate under the lid near the Belts oe er hinge sa sees 2 Purchase date from sales siip or date installed E Ee z Copy this information in these vartega asal oghar e spaces Keep fhis book in the Laundry Information Center with your Laundry n Guide sales slip and warranty Serace Compan GJ Peget trar Before using your Washer Please read this booklet to be sure your washer is installed and used properly It will help you get the best results and longest life your washer was designed to give You are personally responsi ble for making sure that your washer e is installed by a qualified installer e Is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight Is connected to the right kind of outlet electric supply water supply and drain e Is properly electrically grounded e Is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers ls properly maintained e Is protected from the weather is not run by children or anyone unable to operate it pro2. over To stop the washer at any time just push in on the Cycle Control Knob regular heavy To set the washer so it drains and spins water out of the load push in on the Control Knob turn the dial to the right clockwise so the pointer is touch ing the bar just before OFF in any cycle The washer will drain spin out water and stop if you want a low speed spin use the bar on PERMANENT PRESS or KNITS GENTLE All the other cycle settings have a high speed spin Q m faa rd m z mr z nn ce gt 0 z bos zZz a n x m x N wv ro m gt a I a zZ 2 z 9 0 zZ lt nn a z Z zZ o fe zZ me lt H The numbers in each cycle are Cycle Operation for the number of minutes a the washer to agitate before it drains and fills for the rinse You wili want longer agitation times for heavily soiled loads You choose the wash water tem Your washer has four cycles on the Cycle Control Dial Each cycle is designed to match the fabric type with pre set agitation and spin speeds WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE PERMANENT PRESS CYCLE Use for permanent press fabrics Cool perinanent ing of the wash water and low spin press speeds help prevent the setting of 2 wrinkles PARTIAL e SET LOAD SIZE e SET WATER TEMPERATURE PUSH IN KNOB TURN TO CYCLE AND TIME e PULL OUT TO START Selected Level KNITS GENTLE CYCLE Use for del
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4. 11 LARGE 16 9 64 0 Approximate fill with load To save water and energy match the water level to the load size For the best cleaning results the load should move freely in the water Watch for rollover An item like a sock should sink in the middle and come up later on the outside regular heavy Be sure to read pages 11 13 in your Laundry Guide You will find more information on loading and load sizes IMPORTANT e The EX SMALL setting is designed for very small loads It uses very little water Too big a load in this amount of water may tear some items e Water may splash if you use EX SMALL with the REG HEAVY Cycle If this happens move the LOAD SIZE SELECTOR to MEDIUM Cc Md z 0 lt oO i a gt N I m a gt m am m lt m eC nn Important Detergent Information Detergents and soaps clean by loosening soil and by holding it in the water so it drains away If not enough detergent is used soil and lint can settle back on the items in the load SOAP works best in soft water 0 4 grains hardness In harder water both the wash and rinse water should be softened Use enough soap to make about 112 to 2 inches 3 8 to 5 5 cm of suds DETERGENT works in hard or soft water Package directions are usually based on soft water and washers with normal size tubs Use more detergent 1 for hard water 2 for heavy greasy or oily soils 3 if the det
5. ER TO THE WASH Fabric softeners can com bine with soap or detergent to make greasy stains on fabrics Understanding your Washer This automatic washer has cycle settings with different agitation and spin speeds for different fabric types For example the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle has high agitation and high spin speeds The PERMANENT PRESS Cycle has high agitation speeds but low spin speeds The washer has a LOAD SIZE SELECTOR that lets you adjust the water level to match the size of the load It has a TEMPERATURE SELECTOR You can select the wash water temper ature best for the amount of soil and fabric type in each load Sections in this Use amp Care Guide go into detail on the what and why of each setting Read this and the laun dry Guide carefully to get the best cleaning results wo m pa O yn Leal c 2 z s 0 z m z 2al fe gt Q zZ 9 c z J m a Nn pat gt z g z oO Using your Washer water saving load size selector Your automatic washer is easy to use To make it even easier read the following steps before starting your first toad Start your washer after you put in detergent the loaa and any other laundry aids according to information on page 3 4 Set the LOAD SIZE SELECTOR Select the water level that matches the size of the load See page 5 for more information IMPORTANT For the best cleaning results with the least wrinkling
6. at que ONR a For Spinning Only 7 Cycle Operation 8 PERMANENT PRESS 8 8 8 KNITS GENTLE rys t oerni pea ed hae bs REGULAR HEAVY oa SOAK GYLVE ps arnan ian eae ee 10 If You Need Service orHelp 10 1 Before Calling for Service 10 2 If You Need Service 14 3 If You Have a Problem 11 Loading your Washer For best washing results and energy savings sortthe laundry carefully 4 Sort the Laundry into Loads e Group the laundry into loads that can be washed and dried together See the Laundry Guide for informa tion and samples of typical loads e Try to mix large and small items for best movement in the washer 2 Measure Detergent Add to Washer Basket e See detergent information on page 6 and in Section IV of the Laundry Guide e Add dry bleach or water condi tioner not fabric softener if used Follow the package directions carefully 3 Dilute Liquid Bleach Before Add ing to the Washer Basket e See the Laundry Aids section of the Laundry Guide for more information 4 Load the Washer e Spread the load evenly Don t put all the towels on one side and a few wash cloths onthe other An unbal anced load can cause the washer to shake during spinning e Load without packing so items can move freely for best cleaning and least wrinkling 5 Add Diluted Fabric Softener Only to the Deep Rinse Cycle e DO NOT ADD FABRIC SOFTEN
7. ergent is low phosphate 4 for cold water washes DETERGENT SUDS There are high normal and low sudsing pow dered detergents If the recom mended amount of detergent makes too much suds switch to a lower sudsing brand DO NOT REDUCE THE AMOUNT of detergent Use the following chart as beginning suggestions for powdered and liquid detergent amounts See yourLaundry Guide for more infor mation pages 14 22 RECOMMENDED AMOUNT OF DETERGENT FULL TUB WATER HARDNESS IN GRAINS 0 4 Grains Powdered Detergents Low Suds 3 4 Cup 175 mL Normal Suds 414 Cups 300 mL High Suds A a 1 2 Cups 300 350 mL 4 10 Grains 10 20 Grains 1 4 cups 250 300 14 112 Cups mL 300 350 mL 194 Cups 425mL 2 2 4 cups 475 525 mL 2 cups 475 mL 2 2 cups 600 mL No phosphate Follow package recommendations Liquid Detergents 14 to1 cup 60 to 250 mL depending onthe brand and amount of soil Follow package recommendations These recommendations do not apply e In areas where phosphates are banned In areas with laws limiting by weight or percentage the amount of detergent used in a wash load Cleaning the Lint Filter Water runs through the lint filter whenever the washer agitates Check it often to make sure it s clean and filter ing at its best To remove it for cleaning press the release and pull straight out Instruc tions for cleaning are printed on the bottom of the filter For a P
8. f course be paid by you Helpful hints You can help your TECH CARE service representative give you faster service if you include the model and serial number of your appliance when requesting service Also retain your sales slip and warranty to verify your warranty status Remember Your TECH CARE service representative is specially trained in the expert repairing and servicing of your WHIRLPOOL appliances He can help you maintain the quality originally built into your WHIRLPOOL appliance So why not take the time now to look up his telephone number and jot it down in the space provided on the cover 3 If you have a problem Call Whirlpool Corporation in Benton Harbor at the COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or write Mr Guy Turner Vice President Whirlpool Corporation Aaministrative Center 2000 U S 33 North Benton Harbor Michigan 49022 If you must call or write please provide your name address telephone number type of appliance brand model serial number date of purchase the dealer s name anda complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance 11 O lt O m oO M xa gt fe z ie a m O gt me r zZ 9 n 0 a Q faa a Q FSP is aregistered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement
9. icate items and washable synthetic knits such as polyester nylon acrylic Wash nylon hose or panty hose in a net laundry bag e SET LOAD SIZE SET WATER TEMPERATURE e PUSH IN KNOB TURN TO CYCLE AND TIME e PULL OUT TO START REGULAR HEAVY CYCLE Use for sturdy white and colorfast cot i tons and for heavy work clothes High regular d agitation and spin speeds help get the best cleaning results PULL OUT TO START perature you want with the TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Rinse water is cold in all settings You set the amount of water that fills the tub with the LOAD SIZE SELECTOR WASH High Agitation The washer pauses for about 112 minutes after partial drain NOTE You may notice that some of the SPIN cycles have SPRAY RIN SES Cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help rinse and remove detergent residue if you turn to a cycle and start the washer but change your mind push in on the Cycle Control Knob and turn to the right clockwise to the setting you want Then pull out to start oO lt O r m oO v m a gt O z e SET LOAD SIZE e SET WATER TEMPERATURE e PUSH IN KNOB TURN TO CYCLE AND TIME e PULL OUT TO START SOAK CYCLE ps cycle is rot for washing it soaks agi tales spins Out the water and stops no rrse Use it for stained yellowed grey or heaviy soiled laundry with a detergent dx pre soak product Ch
10. lorine bleach if wanted should be added to the cycle you use after the SOAK Cycle is over SOAK 2 Minutes 8 Minutes Low No Agitation Agitation if You Need Service or Help We suggest You Follow These Three Steps 1 Before calling for service Problems are sometimes causea by little things you can correct without tools Check this list before you call for service IF YOUR WASHER DOES NOTFILL e is the power supply cord plugged in e Is a fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped e Are the water supply hoses kinked s ihe Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out IF YOUR WASHER DOES NOT SPIN Is the lid closed Is the power supply cord plugged in e Is a fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped IF WASHER FILLS AND DRAINS WITHOUT RUNNING e Make sure that the Cycle Control Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle IF YOUR WASHER STOPS DURING THE PERMANENT PRESS CYCLE e Remember the washer will stop for about 112 minutes after the partial drain during the cool down period in this cycle MAKE SURE THE DRAIN HOSE IS HIGHER THAN THE WATER LEVEL IN THE WASHER IF IT ISN T e The washer may seem to be draining during wash and rinse cycles e Water can siphon out See Installation Instructions Dissolve enzyme pre soak and detergent powders to help prevent spot tading on colored items If you use chlorine bleach it MUST be diluted with a quart of warm water and added afte
11. make sure the load has enough water for items to move freely 2 Set the TEMPER ATURE SELECTOR e Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabrics and soils being washed All rinses are cold energy saving temperature selector Cold water rinses save energy and help prevent wrinkles from setting into fabrics 3 Select a Cycle and Start the Washer e Push the Cycle Control Knob in and turn it to the right clock wise e Stop when the pointer is on the num ber of minutes of washing you want in the cycle you want e Instructions for which cycles to use for each fabric type are under the lid To start the washer pull the Cycle Control Knob out When the cycle is over the washer will stop To stop the washer at any time during a cycle push the Control Knob in Pull it out to restart the washer e To change a setting push the Con trol Knob in to stop the washer Then turn the Control Knob to the right clock wise to the setting you want Pull the knob out to start the washer e Pages 8 11 show what happens in each cycle aS Whirlpool permanent press 2 SPEED 4 CYCLE Permanent Press COOL DOWN Care pull start push stop Water Levels and Load Sizes The LOAD SIZE SELECTOR lets you control the amount of water that fills the washer The water level can be set for extra small medium or full loads WATER LEVELS Setting Gallons Liters EX SMALL 9 9 375 MEDIUM 13 5 5
12. perly Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label It will be easier to remove before the washer is used You may want to wipe out the basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS See the Laundry Guide for tips on deter gents other laundry aids and instructions for washing special items See the Installation Instructions for complete information SAFETY FIRST Do not permit children to operate or play with the washer CAUTION Store laundry deter gent and additives ina cool dry place where children can t reach them SPINNING SAFETY If the lid is opened while the bas ket is spinning the basket will automatically stop in a few sec onds DO NOT ADD OR REMOVE ITEMS UNTIL THE BASKET STOPS COMPLETELY SPECIAL CAUTION Flammable gases may build up in hot water pipes and heater This can happen when hot water hasn t been used for a while usu ally two weeks or more To prevent injury or damage allow any gases to escape by running hot water from the faucet nearest the washer for several minutes Don t smoke near the faucet while it is open and turn off any open flame Contents Before Using Your Washer 2 Loading YourWasher 3 Understanding Your Washer 3 Using Your Washer 4 Water Levels and Load Sizes 5 Important Detergent Information 6 Cleaning the Lint Filter TERES Fora Pre Wash Sia 7 For Rinsing Only i
13. r the washer fills See Laundry Guide for more information Before adding detergent for washing dissolve in quart of warm water or use liquid detergent WASH SOAK 2 Minutes Low Agitation WASHER STOPS Selecta Cycle Jj e Pre Wash setting page 7 begins here 2 If you need service gt Whirlpool TECH CARE ANB t luoi te If your WHIRLPOOL appliance ever needs service anywhere in the United States help is just a phone call away to your nearest Whirlpool franchised TECH CARE service representative Whirlpool maintains a nationwide network of franchised TECH CARE ser vice companies to fulfill your warranty and provide after warranty service and maintenance to keep your WHIRLPOOL appliance in peak condition You ll find your neares TECH CARE service company listed In your local telephone book Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR Should you not find a listing dial free the Whirlpool COOL LINE service assistance tele phone number When calling from Michigan 800 632 2243 Alaska amp Hawaii 800 253 1121 All other states 800 253 1304 If you move lo make sure that your appliance is correctly installed and to insure its continued satisfactory operation please telephone your nearest TECH CARE service company for installation or to get the name of a qualified installer Installation cost will o
14. re Wash Use this setting for a shorter SOAK CYCLE no rinse Use enough detergent fora single wash Add the ioad Set the LOAD SIZE SELECTOR Set wash water temperature soak e Push the Cycle Control Knob in and turn it to the 12 minute mark in the SOAK CYCLE Pull the Control Krob out te start the washer The washer will fill agitate for two minutes soak for eight minutes agitate for two more and then drain and spin See SOAK CYCLE descripticn on page10 e After filling the washer may pause before starting to agitate For Rinsing Only Loads with towels diapers jeans or heavily soiled items often need extra detergent Extra detergent can require an extra rinse Your washer can be set to rinse only Use the setting for an extra rinse or for laundry that only needs a rinse and spin a permanent press There is a dot just after the num bers in PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR HEAVY and KNITS GENTLE If you push in on the Cycle Control Knob turn the pointer to one of those dots and pull the Control Knob out the washer will fill agitate drain and spin if you want high agitation and a high speed spin use the dot in REGU LAR HEAVY If you want low agitation and a low speed spin use the dot in KNITS GENTLE Use the dot in PERMA NENT PRESS if you want high agitation and a low speed spin For Spinning Only There may be times when you want to drain out all the wash water and start
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