Whirlpool LA9800XS manual

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Contents Page Page PARTS AND FEATURES 2 Proper and Improper IMPORTANT SAFETY Selections 13 INSTRUCTIONS.. . 3 Cycle Signals.. 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 4 Liquid Bleach Dispenser 14 Starting Your Washer . 4 Fabric Softener Dispenser 14 What Happens in Each MAGIC CLEANS Lint Filter 14 PRE-WASH Option 8 CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 15 What Happens is Each [...]

Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids ALWAYS unplug the power supply and other materials in a cool, dry cord before attempting to service the place where children can’t reach washer. them- in a locked cabinet if possible. DO NOT machine wash glass fiber ALWAYS read and follow instructions ma[...]

Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer betore starting it. POWER WATER LEVEL PREWASH OPTIONS FABRIC SELECTION TEMP C MH s”‘,; m HHH HmH w I PREWASH I YAW 1 . Touch POWER “ON!’ 2 . Select a WATER LEVEL. l The washer will power up and the Fabric Selection lights[...]

The outomatrc washer has Soltd State Electronic Controls. Read instruc- tions carefully before setting any cycles. 3. k!Ekli Oplion. l if pre-washing is not needed, skip to step 4. l The washer will shut off after complet- ing the SOAK or PRE-WASH Cycles. l The SUPER WASH Cycle must be combined with a FABRIC Selection. See pages 8 and 9. 4 Touch a [...]

POWER WATER LEVEL PREWASH OPTIONS FABRIC SELECTION TEMP C om ‘u’,; m uf#/ig umf# fg I PREWASH I WASH To Change WASH or 5. RINSE Temperatures. For example: The washer is programmed to auto- matically provide a warm wash and a cold rinse in every selection. l If another Wash or Rinse temperature is wanted, touch the pad that corre- sponds to the [...]

TIME DISPLAY The TIME Display shows the total amount of wash agitation time se- lected. When the first fill begins, the display changes to “AU:’ indicating automatic operation. l Any time during wash agitation the MORE TIME or LESS TIME pad can be touched. The display will show the number of minutes left in wash agitation. l During the final sp[...]

What Happens in Each PRE-WASH Option Use PRE-WASH Options to provide extra cleaning to heavily soiled or stained items. The HOT WATER Option cannot be selected with any PRE- WASH Options. Hot water can set stains. NOTE: When combining the SUPER WASH Cycle with a WASH Cycle, it iS necessary to select the SUPER WASH Cycle before the washer starts to [...]

SOAK 26 1 Minutes Occa- sional igitation WASH 4 Minutes NOTE: The SOAK Cycle auto- matically fills to the HI water level with warm water unless a different water level and/ or COLD WASH has been selected. l The washer will stop after spin. 1 l Affer the PRE-WASH Cycle has been completed, a FABRIC Selection can be chosen, NOTE: The PRE-WASH Cycle au[...]

What Happens in Each FABRIC Selection Each FABRIC Selection has pre-set agitation and spin speeds designed for different kinds of fabrics. All FABRIC Selections are pre-set to use warm wash water and cold rinse water. These temperatures can be changed by touching the pad that corresponds to the temperature you want. These temperature options are di[...]

* The TIME Display shows the total High and Low speed wash agitation time. l MORE TIME or LESS TIME (7-14 minutes) l HOT WASH or COLD WASH l WARM RINSE l EXTRA RINSE l A PRE-WASH Option can be used. (See pages 8 and 9.) REFILL tl OPTIONS COOL l MORE TIME or LESS TIME DOWN * The TIME Display shows the (5-10 minutes] total High and Low speed . EXTRA [...]

What Happens in Each RINSE Option* FABRIC selections are pre-set for cold rinse water. To get warm rinse wafer in REG HEAVY and KNITS GENTLE: 1. TOUCH POWER “ON:’ 2. SELECT WATER LEVEL. 3. TOUCH FABRIC SELECTION. 4. TOUCH WARM RINSE. To protect Permanent Press fabrics, PERM’T PRESS Selec- tion will not accept the WARM RINSE Option. EXTRA RINS[...]

Proper and improper selections The washer is designed to help you1 choose selections for the best washing results. - 1. For fabric protection, the washer will not accept certain selections. For example: If you touch then touch WARM PERM’T. PRESS, RINSE, the warm 2. rinse will not be accepted. The indicator lights will not Stay on and 3 beeps will[...]

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 firsi 2. Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser DO NOT let bleach splash, dri[...]

Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off. This takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. REMOVE SHARPOBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers. AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth to wipe the outside and inside dry. Leave the lid up until the basket is dry.[...]

Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freez- ing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather.. 1. Shut off both water 2. Put a quart of R.V. 3. Touch the SPIN faucets. Discon- or automobile type Option (see oaae nect and drain antifreeze in the water inlet hoses. basket. To use the washer again[...]

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 yourself without tools of any kind. It your washer does not flll: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? l Have you checked [...]

2. If you need assistance%. Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE@ sew- ice assistance telephone number. Dlal 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 [...]

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WHIRLPOOL” AUTOMATIC WASHER WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY 1 WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSPa replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a franchised TECH-CARE@ service company. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement [...]