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  • Page 1

    TLi+l 01 3 Use & ChAiGuide Temperature selector del and serial Bleach dispenser Fabric softener - Agitator Tub Basket MAGIC CLEAN R lint filter (not shown) SUPER CAPACITY THREE SPEED AUTOMATIC WASHER LA968OXW[...]

  • Page 2

    Contents Page Important Safety Instructions. 3 Operating Instructions Starting your washer 4-5 What happens in each cycle 5-l 0 Other Operating Instructions Rinse and spin 11 Extra rinse option 11 Drain and spin 11 Soak cycle 12 Pre-wash cycle 12 MAGIC CLEANS lint filter 12 Liquid bleach dispenser 13 Liquid fabric softener dispenser 13 If You Need [...]

  • Page 3

    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, fol- low basic precautions, including the following: l Read all instructions before give off vapors that can create a using the washer. FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. l NEVER wash items cleaned, l If hot water has not been used washed[...]

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    Operating Instructions Starting your washer Be sure 10 measure and add detergent then place a sorted load In the washer before starting it. 1. Select a load size l Position the Load Size Selector at the setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. 9 The selector can be set anywhere on or between EX SMALL (a few small items) and EX LARG[...]

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    3. Select cycle and wash time Start the washer . 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 fill to the selected water level [...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued Regular/Heavy Cycle A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavtly soiled Regular/Normal Cycle A cycle for regular loads of fabrics lhat are moderately solled FILL to Selected Level I 8 Minutes High Speed 6 Minutes Low Speed High Speed. Spray Rinse The washer will proceed to Extra Rinse, The washer will p[...]

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    Soft Wash Cycle A cycle designed for sturdy or regular fabrics that are lightly soiled. The low-speed agitation provides gentler washing. Permanent Press/Normal Cycle A cycle designed for moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep FILL lo Selected Level I , to Selected Level I 1 1 WASH 6 Minutes Low[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued Permanent Press/Light Cycle Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle A cycle designed for lightly solled per- manent press and some synthetic fab- A cycle that gently washes and rlcs. The cool-down rinse helps keep spins moderately solled delicate items and washable knits. wrinkles from setting Into these Items. FILL COOL-DOWN 2 M[...]

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    Knits Gentle/Light Cycle A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delrcate items and washable knits. to Selected Level for Deep Rnse Low Speed. Spray Rnse Soak Cycle or Pre-Wash Cycle Brref periods of agftatfon and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent or pr[...]

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    Operating Instructions Continued Super Wash Cycle Use for washing heavily solled loads that require maximum so11 removal. Double the amount of detergent recommended when using the SUPER WASH Cycle. to Selected Level 4 Minutes High Speed 1 I to Selected Level 1 - After the partial drain, the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR/HEA[...]

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    Other Operating Instructions 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 until indicator points to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated. 3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to select[...]

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    Other Operating Instructions Continued MAGIC CLEAN lint filter interior Soak Cycle For best results, use warm water for soaking stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. 1. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak product. 2. Push Cycle Control Knob in. 3. Turn clockwise until indicator points to the number in the SOAK Cycle. 4. Pull Cycle [...]

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    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, d[...]

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    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 [...]

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    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[...]

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    . . . . . . .om I I. 1.1 I 1.1 I wnirlpool Automatic washer Warranty AWOO LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSP’J) 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 by an authorized Whirlpools” service comp[...]