Whirlpool 4LA6300XX Washer User Manual
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1. OSION e If hot water has not been used recently usually 2 weeks or longer hydrogen gases may build up in the water heater and the hot water pipes HYDROGEN GAS IS EX PLOSIVE To prevent injury or damage before using your washer turn on all hot water faucets and al low water 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 e You are responsible for making sure that your washer is installed repaired and has parts replaced by a qualified person is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight is connected to the correct 3 prong outlet electric supply water supply and drain is properly grounded is properly maintained 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 e 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 e ALWAYS read and follow instructions on packages of detergents and laundry aids especially warnings and precautions e HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover e ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord before attempting2. Temperature selector Load size Cycle selector control knob Model and serial number plate under lid Bleach dispenser Agitator Tub Basket Manual clean lint filter inside agitator LARGE CAPACITY TWO SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER 4LA6300XX Contents Page Important Safety Instructions 3 Operating Instructions Starting your washer essee 4 What happens in each cycle 5 Other Operating Instructions Rinse and Spin ceeseeesecsteeeeee 9 Drain and Spin eeeeesseeseeeeeeee 9 Liquid bleach dispenser 10 Manual clean lint filter 10 If You Need Service Or Assistance oo eee 11 Whirlpool Automatic Washer Warranty o an 12 1991 Whirlpool Corporation Thank you for buying a Whirlpool 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 Copy model and serial numbers from plate under lid near hinge and the purchase date from the sales slip Keep this book the Laundry Guide and the sales slip together in a handy place Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Service Company Phone Number If your washer has a Consumer Buy Guide label remove it It will be easier to remove before the washer is used To remove any remaining glue e Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball then remove or e Soak a
3. ain and spin A drain and spin may help shorten drying times for some heavy fabrics or special care items by removing excess water 1 Push Cycle Control Knob in 2 Turn clockwise until indicator points to any bar just before an OFF area on the dial as illustrated 3 Pull Cycle Control Knob out The washer will drain and spin o m m gt D z N j er ET z N o f J fie T Pr ad o 0 m gt Lep A par Po o 2 Nn Other Operating Instructions Continued 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 1 Load the washer first 2 Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser Do not let bleach splash drip or run down into 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 Manual clean lint filter Clean the filter at the bottom of the agitator after every load for the best filtering results NOTE The load type will vary the amount of lint build up To clean 1 Lift off the agitator barrel 2 Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barrel The filter is not removable 3 Replace the agitator barrel and snap it in
4. ashes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits KNITS GENTLE FILL SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse 8 NORMAL 6 LIGHT for Deep Rinse Knits Gentle Light Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits KNITS GENTLE FILL for Deep Rinse SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse 6 LIGHT A Indicates that machine is pausing for a brief soak period 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 HEAVY 14 SUPER WASH 4 i After the partial drain the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle Be sure to use enough detergent for the double wash Other Operating Instructions A o ptent PERMANENT REGULAR NORMAL 10 Heavy 14 SUPER WASH 4 KNITS GENTLE BULL START PUSH STOP PERMANENT PRESS REGULAR oF yy E NORMAL 6 LIGAT KNITS GENTLE PULL START PUSH STOP Rinse and spin When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes or washing special care items you may want an extra rinse and spin 1 Push Cycle Control Knob in 2 Turn clockwise to one of the dots on the dial as illustrated 3 Pull Cycle Control Knob out The washer will fill to selected level agitate 2 minutes drain and spin Dr
5. d FSP replacement parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality when ever 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 To locate FSP replacement parts in your area contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized Whirlpool service company When requesting assistance 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 lt Gearcase assembly covered by your warranty See back cover for more information 11 j m hee ba rm J gt G z Nn f JJ o i 727 e lt m m o a m r S se m So gt N N Nn i P i m WHIRLPOOL Automatic Washer Warranty FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct WARRANTY defects in materials including top and lid rust or From Date of Purchase workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company LIMITED FIVE YEAR FSP replacement parts for any part of gearcase WARRANTY assembly if defective in materials or workmanship From Date of Purchase The gearcase ass
6. embly is shown in the Service or Assistance section of this book FSP replacement parts for any top and lid rust LIMITED TEN YEAR FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack or fail WARRANTY to contain water due to defective materials or From Date of Purchase workmanship WHIRLPOOL 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 CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange Registered Trademark SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Part No 3355499 1991 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
7. rea with liquid hand dishwash ing detergent before removing glue as described above Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners These can damage the finish See Important Safety Instructions on page 3 Important Safety Instructions AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury to persons when using your washer follow basic precautions including the following e Read all instructions before using the washer NEVER wash items cleaned wash ed 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 containing these materials e 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 e When discarding an old washer ALWAYS remove the lid to prevent accidental entrapment e DO NOT reach into the washer basket while it is filling with water while agitator is moving or while basket is spinning If the lid is opened while the basket is spinning the basket will automatically stop in a few seconds DO NOT tamper with controls e NEVER use or store flammable fluids dry cleaning solvents kerosene in or near your washer DO NOT add flammable fluids to the wash water These substances give off vapors that can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPL
8. rinse selection NOTE Use warm wash water with the PERMANENT PRESS or KNITS GENTLE Cycles For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes pre wash or pre soak before washing in warm water ALWAYS use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics REGULAR P lt NORMAL 10 g SUPTA WASH 4 ofr 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS KNITS GENTLE PULL STAPT gt BUSH SI op 3 Select cycle and wash time Start the washer Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise e Stop when the indicator on the knob s outer ring points to the number in the wash cycle you want The numbers are minutes of wash time e Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Control Knob The washer will fill to the selected water level with the selected wash water tempera ture The washer will begin agitating immediately after filling Agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down e To stop the washer at any time push in the Cycle Control Knob To restart the washer pull out the Cycle Control Knob What happens in each cycle Each cycle has been designed for different kinds of fabrics When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out the wash er fills before agitation and timing starts After agitation starts the knob turns clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends The washer will pause briefly throughout each cycle These pauses are normal for washer operation Gentle Wash Sy
9. stem For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESS Cycles the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash agitation time O z1 m 2 o gt 0 pdr c hg ome So a N Operating Instructions Continued Regular Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled REGULAR NOAMAL 10 HEAVY 14 Regular Normal Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled REGULAR HEAVY 14 Permanent Press Normal Cycle A cycle designed for moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS FILL to Selected Level WASH 6 Minutes High Speed WASH 4 Minutes Low Speed PARTIAL DRAIN Pause REFILL COOL DOWN WASH Low Speed DRAIN No Agitation SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse FILL for Deep Rinse RINSE High Speed DRAIN No Agitation SPIN Low Speed Spray Rinse Permanent Press Light Cycle A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics The cool down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items 10 NORMAL 6 LIGHT PERMANENT PRESS OFF uv m ed ep N JJ c o Operating Instructions Continued Knits Gentle Normal Cycle A cycle that gently w
10. to place Agitator barrel t Manual clean lint filter 10 If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these steps 1 Before calling for 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 live 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 e Is 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 The washer pauses briefly at differ ent 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 draining during wash and rinse cycles e Water can siphon out See Installation Instructions 2 If the problem is not due to one of the above items e Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized Whirlpool service company 3 If you nee
11. 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 e You are responsible for making sure that your washer is used only for jobs normally expect ed of home automatic washers is not run by children or anyone unable to operate it properly 3 Y Pa N 2 gt TI m lt N par P h O N Operating Instructions Starting your washer Be sure to measure and add detergent then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it WATER SAVING LOAD SIZE SELECTOR WASH RINSE ENERGY SAVING TEMPERATURE SELECTOR 1 Select a load size e Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash e The knob can be set anywhere on or between EX SMALL a few small items and LARGE a full load NOTE For best washing results items should move freely in the washer Do not overload the washer or choose a water level that is too low for your wash load For best results with permanent press clothes use the LARGE water level Reduce wash time when using the EX SMALL water level setting Loads with only a few small items need less wash time for best results 2 Select water temperature e Match the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed e The top temperature is the wash selection and the bottom temperature is the
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