Whirlpool Design 2000 LA5700XP User manual

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Parts and features
LOAD LAUNDRY
INFORMATION TEMPERATURE
SELECTOR
CYCLE MAGIC CLEAN@’
LINT FILTER
(not shown)
LIQUID BLEACH
DISPENSER
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 storing or
shipping.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information ready:
Model Number
1. Complete Model and Serial Num-
bers (from plate under the lid near the
hinge).
Serlol Number
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces. Purchose Dote
Keep this book in the Laundry Informa-
tion Center with your”Laundry Guide,”
sales slip and warranty.
Service Company 1
Phone Number
There is no warranty registration to return, Proof-of-purchase IS all
that is required for in-warranty service.
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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 kind
of outlet, electnc supply, water
supply and drain..
l is properly grounded.’
l is used only for jobs normally
expected of home automatic
washers.
l is properly maintained.
l is protected from the weather
and kept where the tempera-
ture will not fall below freezing.
l is not run by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
‘See the “Installation Instructions”
for complete information.
Contents
Page
PARTS AND FEATURES. 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. 3
SAFETY FIRST 3
STARTING YOUR WASHER 4
WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH
CYCLE. 6
OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS 10
For a Rinse and Spin 10
For a Drain and Spin 10
For a Soak or Pre-Wash 10
Liquid Bleach Dispenser 11
MAGIC CLEAN” Lint Filter 11
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 12
Winterizing 13
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE. 14
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Starting your washer
1 Measure and add detergent
Before starting your washer. 2. Place sorted load in washer.
3 Start washer
Select a
1. LOAD SIZE Select WATER
2. TEMPERATURES
. Turn the knob to point at a setting
that descrtbes 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].
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level Recommended wash temperatures
for best permanent press results. can be found in your “Laundry Guide:’
l Match the wash and rinse water
temperatures to the type of fabrics
and SOASbeing washed
l This drawing shows a warm wash
(top temperature) and cold rinse
[bottom temperature) selectlon
LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS
For best cleaning results, the
load must be able to move freely
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CAUTION:
in the water. Too big a load or too DO NOT
little water can cause wear or OVERLOAD WASHER.
tearing of load items.
‘Approximate
fill with load.
(17.3 galsJ65.5 L)’
(14.7 galsJ55.7 L)’
(12.1galsJ45.8 L)’
EX-SMALL (9.5 gals./36.0 L)’
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3. Start the washer
A. Push in the Control Knob and
turn it to the right. It must be
pushed in and turned only
clockwlse
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
temperature. Atter filling, the
washer will agitate for the
selected number of minutes
6. 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.
D. To stop the washer at any time
. . .. ^ . ..,

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 clock-
wise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.
REGULAR HEAVY Cycle
A cycle for sturdily con-
structed fabrrcs that are
heavily soiled.
REGULAR Cycle A cycle for regular loads of
fabrics that are moderately
soiled
PERMANENT PRESS Cycle
A special cycle with the
necessary cool down rinse
which helps keep wrinkles
from setting into Permanent
Press and some synthetic
fabrics.
FILL
to
Selected
Level
WASH
a
Minutes
High
Speed
WASH
4
Minutes
High
Speed
COOL
L-J,
DOWN
6

NOTE: You may hear the sound of wate ‘r spraying during
some cv cles. In some cvcles. cold water is spraved on the the spin parts of
spinning load to help
with the’rinsing.
,
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WASH
u
Miktes
Low
Speed
WASH
6
Minutes
Low
Speed
I
DRAIN
No
Agitation
DRAIN
No
Agitation
SPIN
High
Speed
4 Spray
Rinses
I
FILL
for
Deep
Rinse
RINSE
High
Speed
IUUrl
DRAIN
No
Agitation
RINSE
High
Speed
DRAIN
No
1 Agitation
SPIN
High
Speed
4 Spray
Rinses
UI
DRAIN
No
Agitatlon
1 DRAIN 1 1 SPIN
1 No
Agitation
I I’
I
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WASH
High
u
NOTE: Always use cold rinse water for
Speed permanent press fabrics.

A cycle that gently washes
and spins delicate items
and washable knits
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.
FILL WASH
rlrl
Sy$$d ) MW&S )

SOAK
4
Minutes
No
Agitation
1 WASH 1 1 DRAIN 1 1 SP
+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.

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 clockwlse to any #on the dial
See above drawing.
l Pull Control Knob out
l The washer will fill to selected
level; agitate; drain
and spin.
For a drain and spin
Your washer can be set to drain
and spin out water
l Push Control Knob tn
l Turn clockwlse to the bar just before
OFF in any cycle See above
drawing.
l Pull Control Knob out
l The washer WIII drain and spin
For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle. see pages 6- 9
For a soak or pre-wash
For best results, use warm water
for soaking or pre-washing stained
laundry. Hot water can set stains.
l Use recommended amount of
detergent or pre-soak product.
l Push Control Knob in.
l Turn clockwise to point at a number
in the SOAK Cycle...use the &minutes
mark for a pre-wash.’
l Pull Control Knob out to start washer.
l When the cycle is over, add de-
tergent for the next selected wash
cycle. The SOAK Cycle should
always be followed by a Wash
Cycle.
Important: See additional care
information on page 7 of your
“Laundry Guide.”
‘To start soak or pre-wash with agitation, the Cycle Control Knob
must point to a number in the SOAKCycle.
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Liquid bleach dispenser
Always measure bleach. Do not
guess. Never use more than 1cup
(250 ml) for a tull 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.
Load the washer first
Pour measured bleach carefully
Into dispenser DO NOT let bleach
splash, drip or run down into the
washer basket. Undiluted bleach
will damage any fabric it touches.
Start the washer. Bleach will be
diluted automatically during the
wash part of the cycle.
Far more information on bleaching,see”Laundry Guide” page 11
MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter
The lent filter In your washer cleans Itself. Collected
lint IS drained away with the wash and rinse water
If your washer drams Into a tub, remove any lint
collected In the drain or strarner.

Caring for your washer
WHEN NOT WASHINk, keep both
water faucets turned off. This takes
the pressure off the water inlet valve
and hoses.
AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth
to wipe the outside and injide dry.
Leave the lid up until the basket is dry.
Wipe up spills right away. Spills can
dull or damage the finish.
REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins,
buckles, etc., from clothes before
washing. Close metal zippers.
SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should
never be put on or in the washer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts,
tools, etc.
SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS
can damage washer and dryer dials,
consoles and finishes. Do not use
these products on or near your
washer or dryer.
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Because some water stays In the washer, freez-
ma can cause a lot of damaae If vour washer IS
stored or moved during the cold weather
Winterizing
1. Shut off both water
faucets Discon-
nect and dram
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
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4. Run the washer
through a com-
plete cycle wrth
one cup of deter-
gent to clean out
2. Connect hoses to the washer the antifreeze
3. Turn on the water faucets
3. Set the washer for a
DRAIN and SPIN
(see page 101 Let It
run for about 30
seconds to mrx the
antifreeze and
water
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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 circuit with the Drover
voltage? . .
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?
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 your washer stops during a cycle:
l Remember, the washer pauses
briefly at different times in each cy-
cle. These pauses are normal.
If your washer fills and drains with-
out running:
l Make sure that the Cycle Control
Knob is pointing to a number in the
cycle.
Make sure the drain hose is higher
than the water level in the washer. If
it isn’t...
l The washer may seem to be drain-
ing during wash and rinse cycles.
l Water can siphon out. (See “lnstalla-
tion Instructions:‘)
l Are both waf& faucets open?
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2. If you need
assistance*...
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. . [phone]
Michigan . . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska & Hawaii [phone]
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant con instruct
You in how to obtain satisfactory oper-
ation from Your appliance or, if serv-
ice is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in Your
area.
3. If you need service*...
chised TECH-CARE 8
7&W-CARE ‘Service Compa-
FRANCnrsEoSERV!C!~Jnies. TECH-CARE
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service technicians ore trained to
fulfill the product warranty and pro-
vide after-warranty service, any-
where in the United States. To locate
TECH-CARE service in Your area, call
our COOL-LINE service assistance
telephone number (see Step 2) or look
in Your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under:
4. If you have a
problem*...
Call our COOL-LINE service os-
sistance telephone number (see Step
2) and talk with one of our Consultants,
or if You prefer, write to:
Mr. Stephen E.Upton
Senior Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
Administrative Center
2000 US-33, North
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
*If You must call or write, please pro-
vide: model number, serial number,
dote of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem. This infor-
mation is needed in order to better re-
spond to Your request for assistance.
FSP is a registered trademark
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of Whirlpool Corporation for
quality parts. Look for this
FSP
symbol of quality whenever
you need a replacement part
8 for your Whirlpool appliance.
FSP replacement parts
will fit right and work right, because they are
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