Whirlpool LT7000XTF0 User manual

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Use&CareGuide
Washer controls
Model and serial
number plate
Air inlet
Electronic
DRY.MISER ®
Dryer
controls
Dryer
drum
!1/1uo,
screen
sensor
(not shown)
Optional
exhaust
outlet
Basket
Agitator (not shown)
Tub
LARGECAPACITYTHINTWIN®
AUTOMATICWASHERDRYER
LT7OOOXTLT7OO4XT LT7100XT
LT7OOOXVLT7OO4XV LT7100XV

Contents
Page
Important Safety
Instructions ................. 3
Additional safety instructions
and your responsibilities ... 4
Loading Suggestions
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Load sizes and water levels .. 5
Washer Operating
Instructions
Starting your washer ........ 6-7
What happens in each cycle.. 7-10
Other Operating Instructions
Rinse and spin ............. 11
Drain and spin .............. 11
Soak cycle ................. 11
Pre-wash cycle ............. 11-12
Liquid bleach dispenser ...... 12
Liquid fabric softener
dispenser ................ 12
MAGIC CLEAN _ lint filter .... 12
Dryer Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer .......... 13
The automatic cycles ........ 14
Timed drying cycle .......... 15
Using damp dry ............. 15
Using TUMBLE PRESS _"_.... 15
Fluff air cycle ............... 15
End-of-cycle signal .......... 15
Gentle heat ................ 15
Lint Red.oval ................ 16-17
If You Need Service or
Assistance .................. 18-19
Whirlpool Thin Twin "_
Warranty .................... 20
© 1989 Whirlpool Corporation
Ifyour Thin Twin has a Consumer Buy
Guide label, remove it. It will be easier
to remove before the washer is used. To
remove any remaining glue:
• Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball,
then remove.
or
•Soak area with liquid hand dishwash-
ing detergent before removing glue as
described above.
Do not use sharp instruments,
rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or
abrasive cleaners. These can damage
the finish. See "Important Safety
Instructions" on page 3.
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NOTE: Do not remove any permanent
instruction labels inside the dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum
with a damp cloth before using to re-
move dust from storing or shipping.
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool ap-
pliance. Please complete and mail the
Owner Registration Card provided with
this product. Then complete the form
below. Have this information ready if
you need service or call with a question.
• Copy model and serial numbers from
plate (next to dryer drum opening)
and the purchase date from the sales
slip.
• Keep this book, the Laundry Guide
and the sales slip in a handy place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don't touch electrical
switches.
3. Extinguish any open
flame.
4. Immediately call your
gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas-
oline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any
other appliance. The
fumes can create a fire
hazard or explosion.

ImportantSafetyInstructions
• Read all instructions before
using the Thin Twin.
•NEVER wash or dry items cleaned,
washed, soaked in or spotted with
wax, paint, gasoline or flammable
fluids in the Thin Twin. The fumes
can create a FIRE HAZARD or EX-
PLOSION. ALWAYS hand launder
and air dry fabrics containing these
materials.
•NEVER allow children tooperate,
play with, or crawl inside the Thin
Twin.Close supervision ofchildren is
necessary when the Thin Twinis
used near children.
•When discarding an old Thin Twin,
ALWAYS remove the lidand door to
prevent accidental entrapment.
•NEVER reach intothe Thin Twin
untilall the motionstops. If the lidis
opened while the washer basket is
spinning,the basket willautomati-
cally stop in a few seconds.
•DO NOT install or store Thin Twin
where itwill be exposed to the
weather.
•DO NOT tamper with the controls.
•You are responsible for making
sure that your Thin Twin is
installed, repaired and parts
replaced by a qualified person.
•NEVER use or store flammable
fluids (dry-cleaning solvents,
gasoline, kerosene) in or near your
Thin Twin.Do not add flammable
fluids to the wash water. These
substances give off vapors that
can create a FIRE HAZARD or
EXPLOSION.
•Use only dryer fabric softeners
specifically labeled as notbeing
harmful to the dryer.
•FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to
materials can result from:
-drying rubber, rubber-like and
heat sensitive materials with heat.
- allowing lint to build-up inside
the dryer or exhaust system -
cleaning should be done by a
qualified person.
• Clean lint screen before or after
each load.
• Ifhot water has not been used
recently (usually 2 weeks or longer),
hydrogen gases may build up in
the water heater and the hot water
pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injuryor
damage, before using your washer,
turn on all hot water faucets and al-
low water to run for several minutes.
This will allow gases to escape. DO
NOT smoke or use any open flame
near the faucet while it is open.
•DO NOT let dust, paper, rags, lint,
chemicals, etc. pile up, around or
under the Thin Twin.
• The Thin Twin must be electrically
grounded. See the Installation
Instructions.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

ImportantSafetyInstructions
Continued
Additionalsafetyinstructions
andyourresponsibilities
• ALWAYS shut off the gas valve
before leaving on vacation.
•ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord before attempting to service the
Thin Twin. Shut off GAS VALVE if
yours is a gas dryer.
•DO NOT machine wash or dry glass
fiber materials. Small particles can
stick to fabrics laundered in following
loads and cause skin irritation.
•HAZARDOUS FUMES can be
formed if chlorine bleach is used in
the same wash as ammonia or acids
such as vinegar or rust remover.
• ALWAYS store detergent, laundry
aids and other materials in a cool, dry
place where children can't reach them
- in a locked cabinet if possible.
•ALWAYS read and follow instructions
on packages of detergent and laundry
aids - especially warnings and
precautions.
•NEVER operate the Thin Twin if...
-it is not working right.
- it is damaged.
- parts are missing.
- all panels are not in place.
•You are responsible for making
sure that your Thin Twin:
- is properly maintained.
- is properly installed and
leveled in a well ventilated room on
a floor that can support the weight.*
- is located in an area where the tem-
perature is above 45°F (7.2°C)
because the dryer will not operate
properly at cold temperatures and
freezing temperatures can damage
the washer.
- is connected to the proper electrical
supply, outlet, water supply, plumb-
ing fixtures, drain and dryer
exhausting system.*
- is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
- is used only for jobs normally
expected of home automatic
Thin Twins.
*Refer to the Installation Instructions for
complete information.
When not washing, keep both water
faucets turned off. This takes the pres-
sure off the water inlet valve and hoses.

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MIXED LOAD PERMANENT
2 double or 1 PRESS
king size sheet 1double sheet
4 pillowcases 1tablecloth
6 T-shirts 1 dress
6 pair shorts 1 blouse
2 shirts 2 slacks
2 blouses 3 shirts
6 handkerchiefs 2 pillowcases
HEAVY WORK KNITS
CLOTHES 2 slacks
2 pair pants 2 tops
3 shirts 4 blouses
1 coverall 4 shirts
3 pair jeans 2 dresses
TOWELS DELICATES
8 bath towels 2 camisoles
8 hand towels 4 slips
10 wash cloths 4 panties
1 bathmat 2 bras
2 nighties
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Loadsizesandwaterlevels
For best cleaning results, the load must
be able to move freely in the water. Too
big a load or too little water can cause
wear or tearing of load items.
EX LARGE
(17.3 gals./65.5 L)*
MEDIUM
(13.4 gals./50.8 L)*
EX SMALL
(9.5 gals./36.0 L)*
*Approximate fill with load.
NOTE: Do not overload washer.

WasherOperatingInstructions
The drawings in this book may vary slightly from your Thin Twin 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.
Startingyourwasher
Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before
starting it.
1. Select aload size
• Position the Load Size Selector at the
setting that describes the size of load
you want to wash.
• The selector can be set anywhere on
or between EX SMALL (a few small
items) and EX LARGE (a full load).
• To change the water level after the
washer has started to fill, turn the
selector to RESET, then to the desired
water level.
NOTE: For best washing results, items
should move freely in the washer. Do
not overload the washer or choose a
water level that is too low for your wash
load.
For best results with permanent
press clothes, use the EX LARGE water
level.
Reduce wash time when using EX
SMALL or SMALL water level settings.
Loads with only a few small items need
less wash time for best results.
2. Select water temperature
,,Match the water temperature to
the type of fabric and soils being
washed.
• The top temperature is the wash
selection and the bottom tempera-
ture is the rinse selection,
NOTE: Use warm wash water with
the PERMANENT PRESS or KNITS
GENTLE Cycles.
For heavily soiled permanent press
or knit clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak
before washing in warm water.
ALWAYS use cold rinse water for
permanent press fabrics.

3. Select cycle and wash time
Start the washer
•Push the Cycle Control Knob and turn
itto the right.
• Stop on the number or indicatormark
inthe wash cycle you want. These
indicate the minutes of wash time.
• Start the washer by pulling out the
Cycle Control Knob. The washer will
fillto the selected water level with the
selected wash temperature. After fill-
ing, the washer will agitate for the se-
lected number of minutes.
• Tostop the washer at any time, push
in the Cycle Control Knob. To restart
the washer, pull out the Cycle Control
Knob.
Whathappensineachcycle
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 isset
to a number and pulled out, the washer
fills before agitation and timing starts.
After agitation starts, the knob turns
clockwise until it points to OFF and the
cycle ends.
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 agitation time.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of
water spraying during the spin parts of
some cycles. In some cycles, water is
sprayed on the spinning load to help
with the rinsing.
The washer will pause briefly
throughout each cycle. These pauses
are normal. They allow for the reversing
of the motor, normal washer operation
and the cool-down portion of the
PERMANENT PRESS Cycle.

Washer Operating instructions
Continued
Regular Cycle
A cycle for SturdilyCOnstructed
that are moderately to fabrics
heavily soiled.
Permanent Press Cycle
A cycle designed for lightlyto moder.
ately soiled permanent press and SOme
synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse
helps keep wrinkles from setting into
these items.
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._ -IL_ASH 6-2 MinutesHighSpeed
DRAr_'_IN_._,_._ __.ASH 4 MinutesLow Speed
" '_ _ PARTIAL DRAIN (Paus
NOTE: Always use COld rinse Water
for permanent press fabrics.

Knits Gentle Cycle
A cycle that gently washes and spins
moderately to lightlysoiled delicate
items and washable knits.
Soak and Pre-Wash Cycles
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
cycle.
FILL to Selected Level
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WASH 4-2Minutes LowSpeed
ASOAK 2 Minutes No Agitation
WASH 2Minutes Low Speed
DRAIN No Agitation
SPIN Low Speed
FILL for DeepRinse
RINSE Low Speed
DRAIN No Agitation
SPIN Low Speed, Spray Rinses.....-
&Indicates that machine is pausing
for a brief soak period.
FILLL__ to Selected
LWASH 2 Minutes High Speed _
LSOAK 8 Minutes N_
LPRI='WASH setting beg,ins here,._._,_
L,W.__Minutes High Speed _1__
LDRAIN N°Ag `tati°n _J
LSPIN High Speed S
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NOTE: The pre-wash setting starts the
washer at the second wash period.
Special care is needed when soaking
or pre-washing laundry See the Laun-
dry Guide for proper use of this cycle.

Washer Operating Instructions
Continued
Super Wash Cycle
Use for washing heavily soiled loads
that require maximum soil removal.
Double the amount of detergent recom-
mended when using the SUPER WASH
Cycle.
FILL to Selected Level ._
WASH 4 Minutes High Speed_
PARTIAL DRAIN No Agitation._.._
._REFILL to Selected Level .._J
After the partial drain, the washer
automatically refills and goes into the
REGULAR Cycle. Be sure to use
enough detergent for the double wash.
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