Whirlpool Design 2000 User manual

AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Design 2OW
Large Capacity
Model
LA56OOXP
uave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room AM Conditioners. Oehumidlfiers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. Freezers. RefrigeralOr~~reeZel

Parts and features
LOAD LAUNDRY INFORMATION TEMPERATURE 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]. Serial Number
2. Purchase date from salesslip
Copy this information in these spaces. Purchase Date
Keep this book in the Laundry Informa-
tion Center with Your”LaundrY Guide,”
sales slip and warrantv. Service
Company/
Phone Number
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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 kind
of outlet, electric supply, water
supply and drain?
l is properly grounded!
l is used only for jobs normally
expected of home automattc
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 Paw
PARTS AND FEATURES
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES.
SAFETY FIRST.
STARTING YOUR WASHER.
WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH
CYCLE
OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
Far a Rinse and Spin
For a Drain and Spin
For a Soak or Pre-Wash
Liquid Bleach Dispenser
MAGIC CLEAN” Filter
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER.
Winterizing
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.
1. Before Calling for
Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance,
3. If You Need Service
4. If You Have a Problem
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Starting your washer
your washer. 1 Measure and add detergent
2 Place sorted load In washer
3 Start washer
Select a Select WATER
1. LOAD SIZE
2. TEMPERATURES
l Turn the knob to point at a set-lng
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).
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level
for best permanent press results.
9 Match the wash and rinse water
temperatures to the type of fabrics
and solis being washed
l This drawing shows a warm wash
(top temperature) and cold rinse
[bottom temperature) selection
Recommended wash temperatures
can be found in your “Laundry Guide”.
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 gals./655 L)’
(14.7 gals./557 L)’
(12.1gals./45.B L]’
EX-SMALL (9.5 galU36.0 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
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 level you set with
wash water of the selected
temperature. 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.
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What happens in each cycle*
Each cycle has different agrtation 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 fabrics that are
heavily soiled
REGULAR Cycle
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.
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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. I
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I WASH 1 1 DRAIN 1 I SPIN I I FILL I I RINSE I I DRAIN I I SPIN
NOTE: Always use cold rinse water for
permanent press fabrics.
Higt
Spee _
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KNITS/GENTLE Cycle
A cycle that gently washes
and spins 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 recom-
mended amount of
detergent or pre-soa k
additive. The SOAK Cycle
should always be tol-
lowed by a Wash Cycle.
WASH
Selected
I Time;
u
Low
Speed

SOAK
4
Minutes
No
Agitation
Min4utes
No
Agitation
WASH DRAIN
II
Minutes,lh 1 Agl!%on 1
Speed
SPIN
High
7
Speed
WASHER
STOPS
Select
Wash
Cycle
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+ Pre-wash setting begins here, (see page 10)
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.
l Turn clockwise to any. on the dial.
See above drawing.
l Pull Control Knob out.
l The washer will fill to selected
level; agitate 2 minutes; drain
and spin.
t
For a soak or pre-wash
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For a drain and spin
Your washer can be set to drain
and spin out water.
l Push Control Knob in.
l Turn clockwise to the bar just before
OFF in any cycle. See above
drawing.
l Pull Control Knob out.
l The washer will drain and spin.
For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle, see pages 6 - 9.
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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 &minute
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!’
l Set the washer and start the next
selected wash cycle.
‘TO Start soak or pre-wash with agitation, the Cycle Control Knob
must point to a number in the SOAK Cycle.

Liquid bleach dispenser
Always measure bleach. Do not
guess. Never use more than 1cup
(250 ml) for a full 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.
For more information on bleaching, see”Laundry Guide” page 11.
MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter
1. Load the washer first
2. 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.
3. Start the washer. Bleach will be
diluted automatically during the
wash part of the cycle.
The lint filter In your washer cleans Itself Collecled
lint is drained away with the wash and rinse Water
If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint
collected In the drain or strainer.

Caring for your washer
WHEN NOT WASHING, 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 inside 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 neor your
washer or dryer.
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Winterizing
Because some water stays In the washer, freez-
rna can cause a lot of damaae If vour washer IS
stored or moved durrng the cold weather
1. Shut off both water
faucets Drscon-
nect and dram
water Inlet hoses
2. Put a quart of
automobrle-type
antrfreeze rn the
basket
To use the washer again.. .
4. Run the washer
through a com-
plete cycle with
one cup of deter-
1. Flush water pipes and hoses gent to’clean out
2. Connect hoses to the washer the antifreeze
3. Set the washer for a
DRAIN and SPIN
[see pagelO) Let it
run for about 30
seconds to mrx the
antifreeze and
water
3. Turn on the water faucets.
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If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
t 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 proper
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 water faucets open?
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2. If you need
assistance*...
Call Whlrlpool COOL-LINE@ serv-
Ice assistance telephone number.
Dlal free tram:
Contlnental U.S. . [phone]
Mlchlgan . . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska dr Hawall [phone]
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can 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 sewice*...
Whirlpool has
nationwide
Tzetwork of fran-
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FRANCHISEDSERVICEnies, TECH-CARE
service technicians are 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 as- I
sistance telephone number (see Step
2) and talk with one of our Consultants,
or if you prefer, write to:
Mr. Robert Stanley
Division Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 US-33, North
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
‘If you must call or write, please pro-
vide: model number, serial number
date 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.
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