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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