Whirlpool LA6300XP User manual

AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Design 2000”
koWE,CaPacity
LA6300XP
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Parts and features
LAUNDRY TEMPERATURE
LOAD
SIZE CENTER
SELECTOR I /
MODEL
AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
‘UtL
iERlAL
R PLATE
Iown)
LIQUID FABRIC
- SOFTENER DISPENSER
-AGITATOR
- BASKET
- LINT FILTER
(Not Shown)
- 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 youneed service or call with a ___-~-
questlon, have this informatlon ready
M:c,del K lrnbei
1. Complete Model and Serial Nun-
bers (from plate underthe IId near the -~
hinge).
Serial Nl.,?lber
2. Purchase date from sales slip
Copy this Information in these spaces
Purchase Date
Keep this book in the Laundry Informa-
tion Center with your “Laundry Guide.”
sales slip and warranty
Service Company
Phone Number
There IS no warranty regtstratton to return Proof-of-purchase IS all
that IS required for in-warranty service
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Your responsibilities
Read this “Use and Care Guide”
and your “Laundry Guide” care-
fully for important use and safety
rnformation
You are personally responsible
for making sure that your
washer...
l is installed by a qualifred Installer
l is properly Installed and
leveled on a floor that con
support the weight’
l IS connected to the right kind
of outlet, electric supply, water
supply and drain
l IS properly grounded
. IS used only for jobs normally
expected of home automatic
washers
l IS properly maintarned
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.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
SAFETY FIRST
STARTING YOUR WASHER
WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH
CYCLE.
OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
For a Rinse and Spin
For a Drain and Spin
For q Soak or Pre-Wash
Liqurd Bleach Dispenser
Fabric Softener Dispenser.
Cleaning the Lint 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
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 setting
that describes the size of load you
want to wash
l Set the knob anywhere on or
between EX SMALL (a few items)
and LARGE (a full load].
l Match the wash water temperature
to the type of fabrics and soils being
washed
Recommended wash temperatures
can be found in vour “Laundrv Guide’:
DO NOT LOAD
ABOVE CLOTHES GUARD
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level
for best permanent press results.
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 wafer can cause wear or
tearing of load items. ”
CAUTION :
DO NOT
OVERLOAD WASHER.
‘Approximate
fill with load.
(17.3 gals./655 L]’
(14.7 galsJ55.7 L)’
(12.1galsJ45.8 L)’
EXSMALL (9.5 gaW36.0 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.
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.
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 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 aaitation and timina starts After aqitation starts, the knob turns clock-
wise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends -
REGULAR HEAVY Cycle
REIGULAR Cycle
A cycle for sturdily con-
structed fabrics that are
heavily solled
A cycle for regular loads of
fabrics that are moderately
soiled
PERMANENT PRESS Cl,cle
A special cycle with the
necessary cool down rinse
which helps keep wrinkles
from setting into Permanent
Press and some synthetic
fabrics
FILL WASH
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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 ISsprayed on the spinning load to help
with the rinsing I
I
DRAIN-
[Pause) No
,gitation
-. ...
Low
Speed
4 Spray
Dincac
for
Deep
Rinse
High
Speed
SPIN
LOW
Speed
COOL
DOWN High
Speed
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KNITS/GENTLE Cycle
A cycle that gently washes
and spins delicate items
and washable knits.
SOAK AND PRE-WiSH Cycles
Brief periods of agitatton
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.

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+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.
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Other operating instructions
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For a rime and spin
You may need an extra rinse and
sprn for heavily sorted loads which
need more detergent [Extra de-
tergent can require an extra rinse )
l Push Control Knob In
l Turnclockwlsetoany*onthedlal
See above drawing.
l Pull Control Knob out
l The washer will fill to selected
level, agitate 2 minutes, drain
and spin.
For a drain and spin
Your washer can be set to drain
and spin out water
. Push Control Knob In
. 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 prewash
I
pm-warh /soak- L”
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-soa k product
l Push Control Knob in
l Turn clockwise to point at a number
in the SOAK Cycle...use the 6-minutes
mark for a pre-wash.’
. Pull Control Knob out to start washer.
l When the cycle ISover, add de-
tergent for the nexf selected wash
cycle The SOAK Cycle should
always be followed by a Wash
Cycle.
9 Set the washer and start the next
selected 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 SOAK Cycle, as indicated by the arrows.
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Liquid bleach dispemer
Always measure bleach. Do not
guess. Never use more than 1 cup
(250 ml) for a full load. Use less with
lower water level settings. Follow
drrectrons on bottle for safe use. Use
a cup with a pouring spout to avord
spilltng
For more information on bleaching
Liquid fabric softener dispe
1. Add detergent and load to the
basket.
2. Add liquid fabric softener to
the dispenser using the amount
recommended on the bottle.
3. Avord dripping or spilling any fab-
ric softener on the load
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:
l Lift off the agitator barrel.
l Wash or wipe the filter clean in the
bottom of the agitator barrel. The
filter is not removable.
l Replace the agitator barrel and
snap into place.
1. Load the washer first
2. Pour measured bleach carefully
tnlo dispenser DO NOT let bleach
splash drop or run down into the
washer basket Undiluted bleach
will damage any fabric it touches.
3. Start the washer. Bleach WIII be
drluled automatically during the
wash part of the cycle
see”Laundry Guide” page 11.
iser
4. Dilute fabric softener with hot
water. Add enough hot water to fill
the dispenser up to the opening.
5. Start the washer. Diluted liquid fab-
nc softener will be added to the
load during the deep rinse portion
of the cycle.
NOTE: Do not stop the washer
during this time. If you do, the
softener will mix with the remaining
soapy wash water. This will cause
stains. Do not put detergent in the
liquid fabric softener dispenser.
6. If dispenser needs cleaning, flush
with hot water. NOTE: Do not wash
clothes with dispenser removed.

Caring for your washer
WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both
water faucets turned off. This fakes
the pressure off the wafer inlet valve
and hoses.
REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins,
buckles, etc., from clothes before
washing. Close metal zippers.
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 con
dull or damage the finish.
SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should
never be put on or in the washer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts,
tools, etc.
SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS
con damage washer and dryer dials
consoles and finishes. Do not use
these products on or near your
washer or dryer.
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Winterizing
Because some water stays in the washer, freez-
ing con cause a lot of damage. If your washer is
stored or moved during the cold weather..
1. Shut off both water
faucets. Discon-
nect and drain
water inlet hoses.
2. Put a quart of
automobile-type
antifreeze in the
basket.
3. Set the washer for a
DRAIN and SPIN
(see page 10). Let it
run for o bout 30
seconds to mix the
antifreeze and
water.
To use the washer again.. .
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Connect hoses to the washer.
3. Turn on the water faucets.
4. Run the washer
through a com-
plete cycle with
one cup of deter-
gent to clean out
the antifreeze.
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If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
1. Before calling
for assistance.. .
Performance problems often re-
sult from lltle things you con 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 Hove you checked the electric
company for a power failure?
l Are the water supply hoses kinked?
l Isthe 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 Hove 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
cycle These pauses ore normal
IF WASHER FILLS AND DRAINS
WITHOUT RUNNING:
. Make sure that the Cycle Control
Knob IS pointing to CI number in
the cycle
MAKE SURE THE DRAIN HOSE IS
HIGHER THAN THE WATER LEVEL IN
THE WASHER. IF IT ISN’T...
. The washer may seem to be
draining during wash and rinse
cycles
l Water con siphon out (See ‘In-
stallation Instructions”)

2. If you need assistance’. . .
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE’ serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial tree from:
Continental U.S. . [phone]
Michigan . . . [phone]
Alaska & Hawaii [phone]
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants The Consultant can Instruct
you In how to obtain sat&factory op-
eratlon from your appliance or, II
service IS necessary recommend a
quaIlfled service company in your
area
3. If you need service ‘. ..
Whlrloool has
r
a natIonwIde net-
work of franchised
TECH-CARE ’ Serv
7iicM-CARE Ice Companies
FRANCHISEDSERVICE TECH-CARE serv-
Ice technicians are tralned to fulfill
the product warranty and provide
after-warranty servlce,anywhere In
the Unlted States To locate TECH
CARE service In Your area, call our
COOL-LINE service assistance tele-
phone number [see Step 2) or look In
Your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under
4. If JOU hale a problem’...
Call our COOL-LINE service as-
sistance telephone number (see
Step 2) and talk with one of our Con-
sultants 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
“f you must call or write. please pro-
vlde model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem This in-
formation IS needed in order to bet-
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assistance
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