Whirlpool LA6300XS User's Manual
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1. AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Model LA6300XS Contents PARTS AND FEATURES For a Drain and Spin IMPORTANT SAFETY Liquid Bleach Dispenser INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning the Lint Filter OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS _ CARING FOR YOUR WASHER Starting Your Washer Winterizing What Happens in Each Cycle IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR OTHER OPERATING ASSISTANCE INSTRUCTIONS WASHER WARRANTY 1988 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY CYCLE SIZE INFORMATION CONTROL LINT FILTER SELECTOR CENTER KNOB not shown TEMPERATURE SELECTOR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE not shown LIQUID BLEACH DISPENSER AGITATOR Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label It will be BASKET easier to remove before the TUB washer is used You should wipe out the basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping Thank you for buying a Whiripool appliance Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this product Then complete the form below Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question e Copy Model and Serial Numbers Model Number from plate under lid near hinge and the purchase date from the sales slip e Keep this book your Laundry Purchase Date Guide and your sales slip in the Laundry Information Center Serial Number Service Company Phone Number Important safety instructions WARNING To reduce2. A cycle that gently washes and spins moder ately soiled delicate items and washable knits 8 NORMAL IGHT KNITS GENTLE Acycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits 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 REGULAR NORMAL 10 WASH PARTIAL 4 DRAIN Minutes Pause Low Speed w REFILL COOL b DOWN 4 SOAK WASH 2 2 Minutes Minutes a Indicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak period Minutes a Indicates the machine is pausing for a brief soak period WASH Low Speed PARTIAL NOTE Always use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics REFILL The washer will proceed to the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle If you want a different cycle to follow SUPER WASH push in the cycle control knob turn to the cycle and time you want pull knob out to start oO V m 7 gt zZ Z N a ce 2 oO zZ Other operate instructions 10 NORMAL bald NGN LIGHT 10 donma aE IGI REGULAR eens PERMANERE REGULAR NOFMAL 10 A S HEAVY 14 NY ia woman NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 LY D Gi Sic NORMAL LIGHT SUPER WASH 4 KNITS GENTLE SUPER IN ES KNITS GENTLE For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and Your washer can be set t
3. WILL NOT PAY FOR Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of the washer 2 Instruct you how to use the washer 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing Repairs when washer is used in other than normal single family household use Pick up and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home Damage to washer caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool Any labor costs during the limited warranties WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange GEARCASE ASSEMBLY COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY gt Whirlpool Part No 3349136 Rev A 1988 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
4. children or anyone un able to operate it properly 3 gt 7 j nw gt Z oO m 2 7 m nn e V 0 z gt n gt mal m 3 Z nw a O oO z N Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it LARGE CAPACITY 2 SPEED CYCLE GENTLE WASH SYSTEM WATER SAVING ENERGY SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOR TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Select 41 Select a LOAD SIZE 2 WATER TEMPERATURES B a D e Turn the knob to point to a setting Match the wash water temperature to that describes the size of load you the type of fabrics and soils want to wash being washed e Set the knob on or between e This drawing shows a warm wash EX SMALL a few items and LARGE top temperature and cold rinse a full load bottom temperature selection NOTE Use the LARGE water level Recommended wash temperatures can for best permanent press results be found in your Laundry Guide LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS For best cleaning results the load must be able to move freely oaa in the water Too big a load or too OVERLOAD WASHER little water can cause wear or tearing of load items EX LARGE 17 3 gals 65 5 L 14 7 gals 55 7 L 12 1 gals 45 8 L EX SMALL 9 5 gals 36 0 L Approximate fill with load 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT t PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 X
5. cycle with To use the washer again one cup of deter 4 Flush water pipes and hoses gentto clean out 2 Connect hoses to the washer the antifreeze 3 Turn on the water faucets If you need service or assistance we suggest you follow these five steps assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind If your washer does not fill e is the power supply cord plugged into a tive circuit with the proper voltage e Are both water faucets open e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box e Are the water supply hoses kinked els the Cycle Control Knob set and pulled out If your washer does not spin e Is the lid closed e Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage e Have you checked your home s main fuses or circuit breaker box If your washer stops during a cycle e Remember the washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle These pauses are normal If your washer fills and drains without running e Make sure that the Cycle Control Knob is pointing to a number in the 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 drain ing during wash and rinse cycles e Water can siphon out See Installa tion Instructions 2 If you need assistance Call Whir
6. oo 8 NORMAL 6 LIGHT SUPER WASH 4 ore KMITS GENTLE PULL START PUSH STOP Select CYCLE and WASH TIME 3 Start the washer REGULAR f NORMAL 10 HEAVY 44 YV SUPER WASH 4 OFF KNITS GENTLE A Push in the Control Knob andturn B Stop on a number inthe cycle it to the right It must be pushed in you want The numbers are min and turned only clockwise utes of wash time The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle C Start the washer by pulling out D To stop 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 minutes oO m W 2 z 9 Z nm 7 O ce z nn What Happens in Each Cycle Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics Numbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH agitation time When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out the washer fills before agitation and timing starts After agitation starts the knob turns clock wise until if points to OFF and the cycle ends REGULAR HEAVY Cycle Minutes Minutes REGULAR High Speed Low Speed NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 Acycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled REGULAR NORMAL Cyc
7. the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your washer follow basic precautions including the following Read these Laundry Instructions for important use and safety information before using your washer NEVER wash items cleaned washed soaked in or spotted with wax paint gasoline or flammable fluids in the washer The fumes can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION ALWAYS hand launder and air dry fabrics con taining these materials NEVER allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the washer Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children When discarding an old washer ALWAYS remove the lid to prevent accidentat entrapment NEVER put your hands into the washer until all motion stops If the lid is opened while the basket is spinning the basket will automatically stop in a few seconds DO NOT tamper with controls NEVER use or store flammable fluids dry cleaning solvents gasoline ker osene in or near your washer Do not add flammable fluids to the wash water These substances give off va pors that can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION WARNING If hot water has not been used recently usually two weeks or longer hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your washer turn cn all hot water faucets and allow water to run for several minutes This
8. will allow gases to escape Do not smoke or use any open flame near the faucet while it is open You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer eis installed repaired and parts re piaced by a qualified person e is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight e is connected to the right kind of out iet electric supply water supply and drain e i s properly grounded e is properly maintained e is protected from the weather and kept where the temperature will not fall below freezing See the Installation Instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities ALWAYS store detergent laundry aids and other materials in a cool dry place where children can t reach them in a locked cabinet if possible ALWAYS read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laun dry aids especially warnings and precautions HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord before attempting to service the washer DO NOT machine wash glass fiber materials Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation You are personally responsibie for making sure that your washer eis used only for jobs normally ex pected of home automatic washers e is not run by
9. el The filter is not removable 3 Replace the agitator barrel and snap into place AGITATOR 1 Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING keep both AFTER WASHING use a soft dry cloth to water faucets turned off thistakes the wipe the outside and inside dry Leave pressure off the water inlet valve and the lid up until the basket is dry Wipe hoses up spills right away Spills can dull or damage the finish REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should pins buckles etc from clothes before never be put on or in the washer washing Close metal zippers 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 near your washer or dryer Service or performance problems caused by the use of any product not manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation are the responsibility of the manufacturer of that product Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer freezing can cause a lot of damage If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather JJHSYM SNOA AOI ONIWVWO 4 Shut off both water 2 Put a quart of R V 3 Set the washer fora faucets Disconnect or automobile type DRAIN and SPIN and drain water antifreeze in the see page 10 Let it inlet hoses basket run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and water Run the washer through a com plete
10. le WASH 6 Minutes Minutes High Low Speed Speed REGULAR NORMAL 10 HEAVY 14 A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moder ately soiled PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PARTIAL DRAIN PERMANENT PRESS Pause REFILL A cycle designed for mod erately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics The cool down DOWN rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items COOL NOTE You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles In some cycles cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing Gentie Wash System For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESS cycles the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time NOTE Always use cold rinse water WASH Low for permanent press fabrics Speed IMPORTANT THE WASHER WILL PAUSE BRIEFLY THROUGHOUT EACH CYCLE These pauses are normal They allow for the reversing of the motor normal washer operation and the cool down portion of the PERMANENT PRESS Cycle oO m 2 zZ zZ 4 a O 0 zZ Nn PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS Minutes High Speed Acycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items KNITS GENTLE NORMAL Cycle 8 NORMAL LIGHT OFF KNITS GENTLE
11. lpool COOL LINE serv ice assistance telephone number Dial free from anywhere in the U S 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained Con sultants The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a lt nationwide network Whirlpool 5 oftrancnhised TECH CARE Service Com 7ECH CARE panies TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide affer warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assis tance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your felephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES SEAVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 123 MAPLE 399 9994 OR WASHING MACHINES DRYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES x7 SERVICE CO 103 MAPLE 999 9999 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
12. o drain and spin for heavily soiled loads which spin out water need more detergent Extra detergent 4 Push Control Knob in can require an extra rinse 2 Turn clockwise to the bar just before 4 Push Control Knob in the OFF area in any cycle See 2 Turn clockwise to any e on the dial above drawing See above drawing 3 Pull Control Knob out The washer 3 Pull Control Knob out The washer will drain and spin will fill to selected level agitate 2 minutes drain and spin For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle see pages 6 9 Liquid bleach dispenser Always measure bleach Do not guess Never use more than 1 cup 250 mL for a full load Use less with lower water level settings Follow directions on bottle for safe use Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling 4 Load the washer first 2 Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser DO NOT let bleach splash drip or run down into the washer basket Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches 3 Start the washer Bleach will be diluted automatically during the wash part of the cycle SNOILONALSNI ONILVAIdO XIJH1O For more information on bleaching see your Laundry Guide Cleaning the lint filter Clean filter after every load for best filtering results NOTE The load type will vary the amount of lint bulld up To clean 4 Lift off the agitator barrel 2 Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barr
13. write to Mr Donald Skinner Director of Customer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 5 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 appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance if you must call or write please pro vide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This infor mation is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance 15 n lt Q z m aa zi n 5s oO m O ta a 71 a gt z O m WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY awoo WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to WARRANTY correct defects in materials or workmanship From Date of Purchase Service must be provided by a franchised TECH CARE service company LIMITED FIVE YEAR FSP replacement parts for any part of gear WARRANTY case assembly if defective in materials or From Date of Purchase workmanship The gearcase assembly is shown below LIMITED TEN YEAR FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack WARRANTY or fail to contain water due to defective From Date of Purchase materials or workmanship WHIRLPOOL
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