Whirlpool Thin Twin LT4900XS User manual

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Parts and features
LINT SCREEN
DRYER DRUM
WASHER CONTROLS
SELECTOR SWITCH
DRYER CONTROLS
WASHER LID LATCH
OPTIONAL EXHAUST
OUTLET
LINT FILTER
(Not Shown)
/
BASKET
AGITATOR
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TUB
Remove the Consumer Buy
Guide label. It will be easier
to remove before the
washer l dryer is used.
You should wipe out the
washer basket and dryer
drum with a damp cloth be-
fore using to remove dust
from storing or shipping.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information ready
1. Complete Model and Serial Num-
bers (from the plate located as
Complete Model Number
shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Complete Serial Number
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keep this book, your warranty and sales Purchose Dole
slip together in a handy place.
Serwce Company and
Telephone Number
Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card furnished with
this product.
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Contents
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PARTS AND FEATURES 2
BEFORE USING YOUR
WASHER*DRYER 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS 4
WASHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS 6
Starting Your Washer 6
What Happens in Each
Cycle .
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OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTtONS 12
For a Rinse and Spin 12
For a Drain and Spin . 12
For Q Soak or Pre-Wash 12
Cleaning the Lint Filter 13
DRYER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS 13
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Starting Your Dryer
Selecting a Cycle
DRYING TIPS
Drying Times
Mixed Loads
LINT SCREEN
LINT REMOVAL
CARING FOR YOUR
WASHER-DRYER
Cleaning Dryer Interior
Vocation Core
Voltage Requirements
Winterizing
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
“THIN TWIN” WARRANTY
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. Before using your
THIN TWIN” washeredryer
For best washing and drying results, you must take some very important
steps before, during and after each load:
1. Prepare and sort each load for washing, (see your”Laundry Guide”].
2. Measure and add detergent or soap to washer, (see your “Laundry
Guide”).
3. Load the washer properly, (see your “Laundry Guide”).
4. Select the water temperature, load size and cycle recommended for
the fabrics before staiting the washer, (see pages 6 and 7 of this book).
5. Add other laundry aids to the washer according to instructions,
(see your “Laundry Guide”).
6. Properly sort the load for drying, (see your “Laundry Guide”).
7. Select the right drying cycle and time for the fabrics, (see pages 14-16of
this book).
8. Remove and hang or fold items lmmedlately after drying.

Important Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord
before attempting to service the
washer/dryer.
DO NOT machine wash glass fiber ma-
terials Small particles can stick to fab-
rics washed 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 vin-
egar 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 pre-
causions.
NEVER operate the washer/dryer if...
l it is not working right.
l it is damaged.
l parts are missing.
l all panels are not in place.
You are personally responsible for
making sure that your washer/dryer:
l is properly maintained.
l is properly installed and leveled in a
well ventilated room on a floor that
can support the weight:
l 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.
- freezing temperatures can dam-
age the washer.
l is connected to the proper electrical
supply, outlet, water supply, plumbing
fixtures, drain, and other dryer ex-
hausting system?
l is not installed against drapes or
curtains.*
l is used only for jobs normally ex-
pected of home automatic washer/
dryers.
*Refer to the “Installation Instructions”
for complete information.

Washer operating instructions
Starting Your Washer
Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place
a sorted load in the washer before starting it.
1
Position
. SELECTOR SWITCH
2
. SELECT A LOAD SIZE
l Move Selector Switch to WASHER
position. Washer will not operate
when switch is in DRYER position.
3
Select
. WATER TEMPERATURES
l Match the wash water temperature
to the type of fabrics and soils being
washed.
Recommended wash temperatures
can be.found in your “Laundry Guide:
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l Turn the knob to point at a setting
that describes the size of load You
want to wash
l The water level can be set for EX
SMALL, MEDIUM or LARGE loads.
Select the water level that
matches the load size.
See your “Laundry Guide” for details
on load sizes.
LOAD SIZES AND
WATER LEVELS
For best cleaning results, the
load must be able to move freely
in the water. Too big a load or too
little water can tear items.
LARGE
11.3gal. (42.7 L)
MEDIUM
8.5 gal. (32.1 L) ’
EX SMALL
5.6 gal. (21.2 L) 4/z!F!3
*Approxlmole 1111wth load

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Select CYCLE and WASH TIME;
. 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 ln the cycle
you want. The numbers are
minutes of wash time. The
drawing shows 12 minutes of
agitation in the REGULAR/
HEAVY Cycle.
C. Start the washer by pulling out
the Control Knob. The washer
will fill to the level you set with
wash water of the selected tem-
perature. After filling, the washer
will agitate for the selected
number of minutes.
D. To stop the washer at any time,
push in the Control Knob. To
restart the washer, pull out the
Control Knob.
To set the controls for a rinse and spin,
a drain and spin, or a soak or pre-
wash, see page 12. 7

What Happens in Each Cycle*
Each cycle has diflerent 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
REGULAR HEAVY Cycle
4 cycle for sturdily con-
structed fabrics that are
heavily soiled.
REGULAR NORMAL Cycle
A cycle for sturdily con-
structed fabrics that are
moderately soiled.
PERMANENT PRESS NORMAL Cycle
A special cycle wi;h the
necessary cool-down rinse
which helps keep wrinkles
from setting into Permanent
Press and some synthetic
fabrics.
WASH
10
Minutes
Low
Speed
DRAiN
No
Agitation

clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.
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 PRESScycles, the
agitation speed is reduced during the last few minutes of wash time.
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WASH NOTE: Always use cold rinse water for
Low
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Speed permanent press fabrics

KNITS/GENTLE Cycle
A cycle that gently washes
and spins delicate items
A Indicates the machine is
pauslng for a brief soak
period.
and washable knits. Wash
nylon hose in a net laundry
bag.
SOAK and PRE-WASH Cycles
Periods of agitation and
soaking time help remove
heavy soils and certain
stains that need extra
pretreatment. Use recom-
mended amount of de-
tergent. The SOAK Cycle
should always be followed
by a Wash Cycle.
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.
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DRAiN
No
Agitation
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Pre-wash setting begins here,
(see page 12).
Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing laundry.
See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle.
After the Partial Drain, the
washer automatically refills
and goes in the REGULAR/
HEAVY Cycle. Be sure to use
enough detergent for the
double wash.

Other operating instructions
For a rinse and spin For a drain 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.)
1. Push Control Knob in.
2. Turn clockwise to any l on the dial.
See above drawing.
3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer
will fill to selected level; agitate
2 minutes; drain and spin.
Your washer can be set to drain and
spin out water.
1. Push Control Knob in.
2. Turn clockwise to the bar just before
the OFF area in any cycle. See
above drawing.
3. Pull Control Knob out. The washer
will drain and spin.
For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle, see pages 8-11.
For a soak or pre-wash
For best results, use warm Water
for soaking or pre-washing stained
laundry Hot water can set stains.
1. Use recommended amount of
detergent or pre-soak product.
2. Push Control Knob in.
3. Turn clockwise to point at a
number in the SOAK or PRE-WASH
cycles.
4. Pull Control Knob out. The washer
will start.
5. When the cycle is over, add
detergent for the next selected
wash cycle. The SOAK cycle
should always be followed by a
Wash Cycle.
Important: See addltfonal care
lnformatlon In your “Laundry
Guide!’
To start the soak or pre-wash with agitation, the Cycle Control
Knob must point to the number in the SOAK Cycle.
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Cleaning the lint filter
Clean filter after every load for best
filtering results. NOTE: The load type
will vary the amount of lint build-up.
To clean:
1. Lift off the agitator barrel.
2. Wash or wipe the filter clean in the
bottom of the agitator barrel. The
filter Is not removable.
3. Replace the agitator barrel and
snap into place.
Dryer operating instructions
Starting Your Dryer
Before starting your dryer, be sure laundry is sorted and loaded
properly (see your “Laundry Guide”). Be sure the door is tightly closed.
Move Selector Switch to DRYER
position. Dryer will not operate
when switch is in WASHER position.
Turn the Control Knob either way to
point to the time setting you want in
the cycle you want.
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To Stop and
. Push the START Button . Restart the Dryer
The dryer will start tumbling when To stop, open the door [or turn the
you push the START Button. Control Knob to OFF).
To restart, close the door and push
the START button.
The Cycle Control Knob should point to OFF when the dryer is not in use.
Selecting a Cycle
Dryer cycles are designed for the proper drying of different kinds of
fabrics. This dryer has 3 cycles:
REGULAR HEAVY Cycle - The heat is
off during the last 7 minutes of tum-
bling. The load is cooled down for
more comfortable handling.
PERMANENT PRESSCycle - The heat
is off during the last IO minutes of
tumbling to help keep wrinkles from
setting in. Clothing wrinkled from
packing in suitcases or closets can
be smoothed out by tumbling them
in this cycle for 20 minutes.
AIR Cycle - No heat. This cycle is
useful when drying heat-sensitive
items or when fluffing pillows and
bedding or dusting sheers and
curtains.
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TYPE OF LOAD SUGGESTED CYCLE
COTTONS
HEAW - Bedspreads, mattress pads, quilts
MEDIUM AND LIGHTWEIGHT - Shirts, dresses,
sheets. diapers, towels, work clothes
PERMANENT PRESS
HEAVY - Work clothes, jackets. rolncoafs, etc
MEDIUMWEIGHT -
Shirts. uniforms, dresses, slacks. etc
KNITS
HEAVYWEIGHT - COTTONS, RAYONS, BLENDS -
T-Shirts, slacks, polo shirts, etc
LIGHTWEIGHT - SYNTHETIC FIBERS(polyester,
acrylic, etc ) AND BLENDS -
Lingerie. blouses, dresses, etc
DELICATELY CONSTRUCTED FABRICS -
Sheer Curtains (2 or 3 panels)
RUBBER, PLASTIC, HEAT SENSITIVE FABRICS
Pillows, bras, etc
Plastic shower curtains. lableclolhs
Rubber backed rugs
Olefin. polypropylene. sheer nylon
REGULAR HEAVY
REGULAR HEAVY
PERMANENT PRESS
PERMANENT PRESS
PERMANENT PRESS
PERMANENT PRESS
PERMANENT PRESS
AIR
AIR
AIR
AIR

Drying tips
Drying times Mixed loads
Drying times will vary depending on: When drying a load with different
l amount of moisture in the clothes. kinds and weights of fabrics, use the
l type and weight of the fabric. cycle suggested for the lightest fab-
l size of the load rics. When the dryer stops, remove
l room temperature around the dry items and reset the control
dryer.
. temperature of the wash rinse
water.
l amount of lint in the lint screen.
NOTE: 120 volt dryers have longer
drying times.
See your “Laundry
important for permanent press,
knits and other synthetic fabrics.
Guide” for more information.
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Lint screen
Clean the lint screen before each load. A screen blocked by lint can
increase drying time and may be a FIRE HAZARD.
inside the dryer pI
drum, on the strai
back wall.
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1. Use the finger
holes to pull
the lint screen
straight out. -
The lint screen is
inside the dryer pull
drum, on the straight
back wall.
1. Use the finger
the lint screen
2. Lightly
squeeze the
body, as
shown, while
pulling the
cover of-f.
3. Roll lint off the
screen with
your fingers.your finaers. s
DO NOT rinse pull cover off.
or wash the
screen. Wet lint is hard to remove.
4. Replace the cover on the body of
the lint screen.
5. Push the lint screen straight back
in until it clicks info place.
Sbueeze badv:
in until it clicks info place.
Lint removal
Lint can gather inside the dryer and create a FIRE HAZARD. This lint
should be removed at least every 2 to 3 years, or more often, depending
on dryer usage.
Cleaning should be done only by a qualified person.
1. Remove back panel from dryer.
2. Avoid touching thermostats,
wires, terminals and heater box.
3. Remove lint from shaded area
- see art - with a soft brush or
vacuum cleaner.
4. Replace back panel. Recon-
neCt, exhaust duct, etc.
Level the washer/ dryer.
Thermostats Heaty,Box
Heat Element Terminals

Caring for your washer l dryer
When not washing, keep both water
faucets turned off. This takes the pres-
sure off the water inlet valve and
hoses.
Never use the washer to...
l soak for more than 2 hours
l soak with chlorine bleach.
l soak with vinegar or other acids.
l soak or store urine soaked clothes.
Never leave or store wet, damp or
dry laundry in your washer or dryer.
After washing, use a soft dry cloth to
wipe the outside and inside dry.
Leave washer lid up until the basket is
dry Wipe up all spills. Spills allowed
to remain may dull or damage the
finish.
Remove loose and sharp objects
from pockets and cuffs before
washing or drying - pins, buckles,
etc. Close metal zippers.
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Sharp or heavy objects should
never be put on or in the washer or
dryer. Check pockets for bolts, nuts,
etc.
Some pretreatment products can
damage dials, consoles and finish.
Do not use these products on or near
your washer or dryer.
Cleaning dryer interior
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WARNING: Before
cleaning interior, unplug
power supply cord or,
turn off electrical power to
avoid electrical shock hazard.
Garments which contain unstable
dyes, such as denim blue jeans or
brightly colored cotton items, may
discolor the dryer interior. If the
interior is discolored, clean with
one of the following methods to
avoid staining later load items.
Powdered laundry detergent and
very warm water
Make a paste with detergent and
very warm water. Apply paste to
a soft cloth and scrub area until
all excess dye is removed. Wipe
thoroughly with a damp cloth.
Tumble a load of rags. -OR-
liquid spray household cleaner
Spray on stained area. Rub with
a cloth until all excess dye is
removed. Tumble a load of rags

Vacation care
1. Turn off both water faucets to take pressure off
inlet valves and hoses.
2. Unplug power supply cord or turn off electrical
power supply.
3. Clean lint screen and lint filter.
Voltage Requirements
Winterizing
This Thln Twin Dryer model operates on house-
hold current of 120 volts. Drying times will be
longer than for dryers that operate on 240 volts.
Install and store your washer/dryer where it won’t freeze. Because
some water stays in the washer, freezing can damage it. If your washer
dryer is stored or moved during freezing weather, winterize it.
1. Shut off both water 2. Put a auart of R.V 3. Run washer on a
faucets. Discon- or autdmobile type
nect and drain
water inlet hoses. antifreeze in the
basket.
drain and spin set-
ting (see page 12) fo
a bout 30 seconds to
mix antlfreeze and
water.
ON
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes 3. Turn on both water
and hoses. faucets.
2. Reconnect water in-
let hoses.
4. To clean out anti-
freeze, run washer
through a complete
cycle with a cup of
detergent.

If you need setice or assistance,
we suggest you follow these five steps:
1, Before calling
assistance... for
If your washer drains at the wrong
time:
l The drain hose should be at least 28
inches above the floor and secured.
l The drain hose should not fit tight-
ly in the drain pipe.
l Make sure that the Cycle Control
Knob is pointing to a number in the
cycle.
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 open?
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
l Are the water supply hoses kinked?
l Is the Cycle Control Knob set and
pulled out?
l Is Selector Switch set in the WASHER
position?
If your washer does not spin:
l Is the lid closed?
l Is the power supply cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper
voltage?
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box? If drying flmes seem too long:
l Isthe lintscreen clean? See page 17
of this book for cleaning instructions.
l See page 16 of this book and your
“Laundry Guide!’
Make sure the drain hose is higher
than the wafer level in the washer. If
if isn’t...
l The washer may seem to be drain-
ing during wash and rinse cycles.
. Water can siphon out. (See “lnstalla-
tion Instructions:‘]
If your washer stops during the per-
manent press cycle:
l Remember, the washer will stop for
about 2 minutes after the partial
drain during the cool-down period
in this cycle.
If your dryer does not run or heat:
l Is the power supply cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper
voltage?
l Is the door closed tightly?
l Did you push START?
l Have you checked your home’s
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
l The AIR setting is without heat.
l The last minutes of heat settings
are wlthout heat. See page14.
l Is Selector Switch set in the DRYER
position?
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