Whirlpool LA553OXS manual

AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Model LA553oxs . . ,/ _~ r. =- -*++wj‘.. i, i L&l A.‘. .-‘-=, & Microwave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Conditioners. Oehumldifiers. Automatic Washers. Clothes Dryers. Freezers, Refrigerator-F[...]

Contents PARTS AND FEATURES . . . - 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. . . . . . . 3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. . . 4 Starting Your Washer . 4 What Happens in Each Cycle 6 OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. . . 12 For a Rinse and Spin . . . . . 12 Page For a Drain and Spin 12 For a Soak . . . . . 12 Liquid Bleach Dispenser . 13 MAGIC CLEAN@ Lint Filter . . [...]

Addtfional Safety Inshucfions 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 inst[...]

Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it. 1 . Select a LOAD SIZE 2 Select . WATER 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 be- tween EX SMALL [a few small items)[...]

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. C. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will till to the level you set with wash water of the selected temper- ature. After tilling, the washer will agltate for the selected number of minutes. B. Stop on [...]

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 out, the washer fills before aaitation and timina starts. After aaitation starts, the knob turns c[...]

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. Gentle Wash System For better fabric care in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESS cycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time. WASH rl NOTE: Always u[...]

WASH 2 1 Minutes u Hlgh Speed A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL Cycle KNITS GENTLE rln A cycle that gently washes and spins moder- ately soiled delicate items and washable knits. KNITS/GENTLE LIGHT Cycle b H- - KN[...]

rl WASH NOTE: Always use cold rinse water 10-w for permanent press fabrics. Speed[...]

SOAK Cycle Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recom- mended amount of detergent or pre-soa k additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be fol- lowed by a Wash Cycle. Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal. Double fhe amount of detergent r[...]

Special care is needed when soaklng or pre-washing laundry See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of fhls cycle.[...]

Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.) 1. Push Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any o on the dial. See above drawlng. 3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level; agitate 2 minut[...]

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. 3. Load the washer first. Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser. DO NOT let bleach splash, drip[...]

Caring for your washer OFF ., 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 [...]

can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is stored or moved during the cold weather... Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freezing 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Put a quart of automotive-type antifreeze in the basket. To use the washer again... 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. 2. Connect[...]

If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself wlthout 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? O Have you checked your home’s main fus[...]

2. If you need assistance?.. Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE@ sew- Ice assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere In the U.S.: l-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 compan[...]

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WHIRLPOOL@ AUTOMATIC W&HER WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRAHTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@ 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 p[...]