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Whirlpool LA55lOXT manual

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  • Page 1

    YKifl of 4”^ HOllE Appliances Use & Care Guide Temperature selector Model and serial number plate (under lid) - Bleach dispenser (models LA5510XT, LA5610XT and L- LA6010XT) Agitator TUb Basket Manual clean lint filter (inside agitator) (models LA52OOXT and LA6260XT) MAGIC CLEANO lint filter (not shown) (all other models) LARGE CAPACITY TWO SP[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Important Safety Page Instructions.. . . . . 3 Operating Instructions Starting your washer 4-5 What happens in each cycle . 5-l 1 Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin . . 12 Drain and spin . 12 Soak cycle 12 MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter . 13 Liquid bleach dispenser 13 Manual clean lint filter . 13 If You Need Service Or Assistance. . . [...]

  • Page 3

    Important Safety Instructions l Read all instructions before l If hot water has not been used using the washer. recently (usually 2 weeks or l NEVER wash items cleaned, longer), hydrogen gases may build washed, soaked in or spotted with up in the water heater and the hot wax, paint, gasoline, or flammable water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS fluids in the [...]

  • Page 4

    Operating Instructions The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your washer model. They are designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book. NOTE: Your model may not include all the features shown. Starting your washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting[...]

  • Page 5

    (models LA5200XT and LA5260XT) 3. Select cycle and wash time Start the washer l Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise. l 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. l Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Control Knob. The washer will fi[...]

  • Page 6

    Operating Instructions Continued LA5500XT, LA5510XT, LA5610XT and LA6010XT cycles Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. to Selected Level 6 Minutes Low Speed Regular/Normal Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled. to Selected Level High Speed, Spray Rinses 6[...]

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    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. Permanent Press/Light Cycle A cycle designed for lightly soiled per- manent press and some synthetic fab- rics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting in[...]

  • Page 8

    Operating Instructions Continued LA5500XT, LA5510XT, LA5610XT and LA6010XT cycles continued Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. Knits Gentle/Light Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits. to Selected Level 4 Minutes Lo[...]

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    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. to Selected Level 4 Minutes High Speed PARTIAL DRAIN No Agitation lo Selected Level After the partial drain, the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle. Be s[...]

  • Page 10

    Operating Instructions Continued LA5200XT and LA5280XT cycles Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled. 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 in these items. PERMANENT to Selected[...]

  • Page 11

    Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits. Soak Cycle Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a wash [...]

  • Page 12

    Other Operating Instructions pq@!!jP SOAK 20 , 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 le[...]

  • Page 13

    MAGIC CLEAN lint filter interior MAGIC CLEAN” lint filter (models LA55OOXT LA551OXT LA561 OXT and LA601 OXT) The lint filter at the bottom of the washer basket cleans itself. During agi- tation, wash and rinse water pass over the filter, separating linl from Water. The collected particles of lint are then continuously spun away from the filter an[...]

  • Page 14

    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: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? l Are both water faucets [...]

  • Page 15

    4. If you need 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 replace- ment parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build ev[...]

  • Page 16

    Whirlpool”Automatic Washer Warranty AWOO: LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to WARRANTY correct defects in materials (including top and lid From Date of Purchase rust) or workmanship. Service must be provided bv an authorized WhirlDOOISM service companv. LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From[...]