Whirlpool LA5530XM manual

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    AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Model LA5530XM wave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room AH Condllmners, Oehumldifiers. Autamatlc Washers, Clolhes Dryers. Freezers. RefrlgeratOr-Freeze1[...]

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    Parts and features LIQUID BLEACH - DISPENSER - AGITATOR - BASKET - TUB Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label. It will be easier to remove before the washer is used. You should wipe out the basket with a damp cloth before using to remove dust from storing or shipping. MAGIC CLEAN @ LINT FILTER (not shown) MODEL AND SERIAL / NUMBER PLATE (not shown) [...]

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    Read this “Use and Care Guide” and your “Laundry Guide” care- fully for important use and safety information. You are personally responsible for making sure that your washer... l is installed by a qualifiedinstaller. l is properly installed and leveled on a floor that can support the weight.* l is connected to the right kind of outlet, elec[...]

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    Starting your washer Before sfarfina vour washer: 1. Measure and add detergent Select a 1. LOAD SIZE Select WATER 2. TEMPERATURES l Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. l Set the knob anywhere on or between EX SMALL (a few items] and LARGE (a full load). See your “Laundry Guide” for details on lo[...]

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    3. Start the washer A. Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. I / I B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time. The drawing shows 8 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR HEAVY Cycle. C. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fil[...]

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    Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin For a drain and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. [Extra de- tergent can require an extra rinse.) l Push Control Knob in. l Turn clockwise to any l on the dial. See above drawing. l Pull Control Knob out. l The washer will fill.to selected [...]

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    Liquid bleach dispenser Always measure bleach. Do not guess. Follow directions on the bottle for the amount to use. Never use more than 1 cup (250 ml) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. 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 ble[...]

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    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 outthe washer fills before agitation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns REGU[...]

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    clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends. 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. I Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing laundry, See your “laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. I 9[...]

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    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 SHARP OBJECTS 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[...]

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    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before calling for assistance.. . vou in how to obtain satisfactory op- eration from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. Performance problems often re- sult from little things you can find and fix yourself withou[...]

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    Maklng your world a llttle easier Part No. 383169 Rev. B 01984 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A.[...]