Whirlpool LA34ooxs User's Manual
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1. use amp care ouide SRAC a e Pt RE PC Pe te a TRS ADR PESE 52 SE a SA IDR ee RI AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Model LA3400XS Contents PARTS AND FEATURES For a Rinse and Spin IMPORTANT SAFETY For a Drain and Spin INSTRUCTIONS 3 CARING FOR YOUR WASHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Winterizing Starting Your Washer IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR What Happens in Each Cycle ASSISTANCE OTHER OPERATING WASHER WARRANTY INSTRUCTIONS 1987 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features LAUNDRY CYCLE INFORMATION CONTROL CENTER KNOB AND Sa TEMPERATURE i SS SELECTOR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE not shown AGITATOR Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label It will be easier to remove before the washer is used BASKET TUB 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 from plate under the lid near the hinge Serial Number 2 Purchase date from sales slip Copy this information in these spaces Purchase Date Keep this book your Laundry Guide and sales slip in the Laundry Information serice Company Model Number Center Phone Number Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card furnished with this product 2 Important safety ins2. Cycle Alndicates the machine is a pausing for a brief soak Use for delicate items that period need a short wash and spin time Wash nylon hose or panty hose in a net laundry bag CAUTION z DO NOT OVERLOAD WASHER Overloading or packing can cause poor cleaning e increase wrinkling cause excessive lint e wear out or tear items Be careful to use enough water for the load Too big a load or too littie water can cause poor cleaning and wear or tear load Iterns 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 O m fas z Z O Z nw a Cc 9 O Z Qo DRAIN SPIN FILL RINSE DRAIN No High tor High No ii j2 h nse IMPORTANT THE WASHER WILL PAUSE BRIEFLY AT DIFFERENT TIMES IN EVERY CYCLE These pauses are normal They allow for the reversing of the motor and normal washer operations Other operating instructions REGULAR For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and Your washer can be set to drain and spin for heavily soiled loads which spin out water need more detergent Extra de 4 Push Control Knob in tergent can require an extra rinse 2 Turn clockwise fo the bar just 1 Push Control Knob in before the OFF area in the REGULAR 2 Turn clockwise to any eon the HEAVY cycle See drawing dial See dr
3. FRANCHISEO TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XY2 SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 999 9999 WASHING MACHINES DAYERS amp IRONERS SERVICING WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE SERVICE COMPANIES XYZ SERVICE CO 123 MAPLE 999 9999 4 If you have a problem Call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 and talk with one of our Consultants or if you pre fer write to Mr Robert Stanley Division Vice President 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 provide model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for assistance 4 gt 74 lt m x O gt 7 m e 3 lt je c z m Laa 0 94 m a O m O a gt Q Qa a gt z O m WHIRLPOOL AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to WARRANTY correc
4. ater to run for several minutes This 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 e is 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 let electric supply water supply e ale Ko ce ilal e is properly grounded e is properly maintained eis 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 ina 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 particies can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer eis used only for jobs normally ex pecte
5. awing 3 Pull Control Knob out The washer 3 Pull Control Knob out will drain and spin 4 The washer will fill with cold water to selected level agitate 2 minutes drain and spin Water level and temperature can not be adjusted in this setting Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING keep both AFTER WASHING use a soft dry cloth to water faucets turned off thistakesthe 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 pins buckles etc from clothes before washing Close metal zippers unit SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should N never be put on or in the washer Ne Ue Q pe m an a O m za zZ O Z 4 7 C O je PA 7 o 2 gt 2 zZ pa O 7 lt Q c a 94 lt Check pocket for bolts nuts tools etc C NEVER USE THE WASHER TO e store wet or dry laundry e soak for more than 2 hours e soak with chlorine bleach e soak with vinegar or other acids SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can e soak or store urine soaked damage washer and dryer dials con clothes 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 manufacture
6. d of home automatic washers e is not run by children or anyone un able to operate it properly 3 gt 7 7 gt PA lv Tl m gt c Pa m mn o lt 9 e ad gt za 94 gt n m 3 Z 72 7 Cc 9 O Z Operating instructions lt gt Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it 2 CYCLE Select CYCLE and WASH TIME 4 a Start the Washer Fill Area REGULAR 6 HEAVY Ld 10 A Push in the Control Knob and B Stop on a number in the cycle you turn it to the right If must be pushed want The numbers are the minutes in and turned only clockwise of wash time The drawing shows 10 minutes of agitation in the REG ULAR NORMAL Cycle NOTE The washer will fill only when the knob points to a FILL area C Stari the washer by pulling out D To stop the washer at any time the Control Knob After filling the push In the Control Knob To restart washer will agitate for the selected the washer pull out the Control number of minutes Knob To Select a WASH O 2 WATER TEMPERATURE S 2 zZ Z za si vee i i 9 O PA HOT WATER can be selected by WARM WATER can be selected by turning the Control Knob to 12 or turning the Control Knob to 8 or 10 14 minutes in the REGULAR HEAVY minutes in the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle Vee e Awarm wash is preset in the SHORT All rinses use cold
7. e contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange GEARCASE ASSEMBLY COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY 1987 Whirlpool Corporation ae Part No 3349106 pP O A Printed in U S A 4 ae
8. ferent 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 H Isnt e The washer may seem to be draining during wash and rinse cycles Water can siphon out See Installation Instructions 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool COOL LINE service as sistance telephone number Dial free from anywhere In the U S 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained Consul tants The Consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service com pany in your area 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nation wide network of fran chised TECH CARE Service companies TECH CARE service technicians are trained to fulfill the prod uct warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate TECH CARE service in your area call our COOL LINE service assistance telephone number see Step 2 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under lt Whirlp ol TECH CARE FRANCHISED SERVICE APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES MAJOR REPAIRING amp PARTS WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES FRANCHISED TECH CARE SERVICE WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
9. r 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 4 Shut off both water 2 Put a quart of 3 Set the washer fora faucets Disconnect automotive type DRAIN and SPIN and drain water antifreeze in the see page 8 Let it inlet hoses basket run for about 30 seconds to mix the antifreeze and 4 Run the washer through a com plete cycle with one cup of deter To use the washer again 4 Flush water pipes and hoses gent to 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 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix your self without tools of any kind It your washer does not fill e isthe power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage Are both water faucets open 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 Isthe 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 It your washer stops during a cycle e Remember the washer pauses briefly at dif
10. t defects in materials or seal seat A From Date of Purchase Service must be provided by a franchised TECH CARE service company LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts for any part of gear case assembly if defective in materials or 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 WILL NOT PAY FOR A 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 B 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 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 fo 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 pleas
11. tructions O including the following WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your washer follow basic precautions 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 accidental 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 on all hot water faucets and allow w
12. water This Cycle Just turn the Control Knob to saves energy and helps prevent the 4 or 6 minute setting in that wrinkles from setting into fabrics cycle 3 To Select a WATER LEVEL REGULAR HIGH WATER LEVEL The washer will LOWER WATER LEVELS Setting the automatically fill to its highest level washer to fill with less water also sets about 17 3 gals 65 5 L when the it for a shorter wash time Control Knob points to a FILL area 4 Push the Control Knob in and turn NOTE The washer will fill only when it clockwise to a FILL area in the the knob points to a FILL area cycle you want 2 Pull the Control Knob out the washer will start fo fill 3 When the washer reaches the desired water level push in the Control Knob and slowly turn it past the FILL area Pull out the Control Knob to start the washer For all rinses the washer fills to its highest level with cold water What Happens in Each Cycle Each cycle has been 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 it points to OFF and the cycle ends REGULAR HEAVY Cycle a WASH DRAIN SPIN Selected No High Time Agitation Speed High j Spoed A cycle for sturdily con structed fabrics that are heavily soiled SHORT
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