Whirlpool LA5715XP manual

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Parts and features LAUNDRY LOAD INFORMATION TEMPERATURE SIZE CENTER / SELECTOR CYCLE ONTROL KNOB NT FILTER MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (not shown) -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 sto[...]

Your responsibilities 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[...]

Starting your washer 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 on or between EX SMALL [a few items] and LARGE [a full load). See your “Laundry Guide” for details on load sizes. l Match the wash and rinse water temperatures to the type [...]

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. B. Stop on a number in the cycle you want. The numbers are min- utes of wash time. The drawing shows10 minutes of agitation in the REGULAR Cycle. C. Start the washer by pulling out the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the l[...]

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 agitation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns c[...]

NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cy cles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing. PARTIAL DRAIN u (Pause) v - NOTE: Always use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics. 7[...]

KNIT/GENTLE Cycle SOAK ,4ND PRE-W4SH Cycles Brief periods of agitation and soak time help remov 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. ‘e 8[...]

~~~,~~~~~,~,~ +Pre-wash setting begins here, (see pagelo). Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing laundry. See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. I I[...]

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 de- tergent can require an extra rinse.] l Push Control Knob in . Turn clockwise to any l on the dial See above drawing. l Pull Control Knob out. l The washer will fill to selected level with cold water, [...]

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 spelling. 1. Load the washer first. 2. Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser. DO NOT let ble[...]

for Model LA5715XP The SUDS-MISER” System Your washer has the SUDS-MISER” System it has two drain hoses One hose moves a portion of used wash water Into a storage tub and moves it back into the washer for use during the next wash The other hose carries water to another tub with an open drain. or to a standpipe drain. If you do not want to re-us[...]

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. AFlER 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 faucets. Discon- nect and drain water inlet hoses 2. Put a quart of automobile-type antifreeze in the basket To use the washer again.. . 1. Flush water pipes and hoses 2. Connect h[...]

If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: l. 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 clrcult with the proper voltage? l Are both water fa[...]

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