Whirlpool LA6OOOXS User manual

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AUTOMATIC
WASHER
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LA6OOOXS
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I Contents
Page Page
PARTS AND FEATURES 2 For a Rinse and Spin 10
IMPORTANT SAFETY For a Drain and Spin 10
INSTRUCTIONS.. , . . 3 Cleaning the Lint Filter . 10
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. 4 CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 11
Starting Your Washer 4 Winterizing.. 12
What Happens in Each Cycle 6 IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
OTHER OPERATING ASSISTANCE
13
INSTRUCTIONS.. 10 WASHER WARRANTY 16
~1987 Whirlpool Corporation
Parts and features
LOAD
LAUNDRY CYCLE
SIZE INFORMATION CONTROL
SELECTOR CENTER -KNOB
c
TEMPERATURE
LINT FILTER
(not shown)
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
(not shown)
I’
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:
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers
Model Number
(from plate under the lid near the
hinge). serio, Number
2. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces. Purchase Date
Keep this book, your “Laundry Guide” and
sales slip in the Laundry Information
Center.
Service Compony
Phone Number
Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card furnished with
this product.
2

Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities
ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids ALWAYS unplug the power supply
and other materials in a cool, dry cord before attempting to service the
place where children can’t reach washer.
them-in a locked cabinet if possible. DO NOT machine wash glass fiber
ALWAYS read and follow instructions materials. Small particles can stick to
on packages of detergent and laun- fabrics washed in following loads
dry aids - especially warnings and and cause skin irritation.
precautions. You are personally responsible for
HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if making sure that your washer:
chlorine bleach is used in the same
l is used only for jobs normally ex-
wash as ammonia or acids such as petted of home automatic washers.
vinegar or rust remover.
l is not run by children or anyone un-
able to operate it properly. 3

Operating instructions
Starting Your Washer
Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place
a sorted load in the washer before starting it.
1
. Select a LOAD SIZE 2
Select
. WATER TEMPERATURES
l Turn the knob to point to a setting
that describes the size of load you
want to wash.
l The water level can be set for
SMALL (a few items] or LARGE
(a full load).
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level
for best permanent press results.
l Match the wash and rinse water
temperature to the type of fabrics and
soils being washed.
l All rinses are cold. Cold rinses save
energy and help prevent wrinkles from
setting into fabrics.
Recommended wash temperatures
can be found in your “Laundry Guide!’
IMPORTANT: Use warm water
with the PERM’T PRESS or SHORT
cycles. For heavily soiled
permanent press or knit
clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak
before washing in warm water.
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 cause wear or
CAUTION:
DO NOT
OVERLOAD WASHER.
LARGE (17.3 gals./655 L)*
SMALL (9.5 gals./360 L)*
tearing of load items,
*Approximate
fill with load.
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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
shows 6 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 temper-
ature. After filling, the washer will
agitate for the selected number
of minutes.
D. Tostop the washer at any time,
push in the Control Knob. To
restart the washer, pull out the
Control Knob.

What Happens in Each Cycle*
Each cycle has been 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 aaitation and timina starts. After aaitation starts, the knob turns clockwise
until it po:nts to OFF and thgcycle ends. w
REGULAR HEAVY Cycle
A cycle for sturdily con-
structed fabrics that are
heavily soiled.
REGULAR NORMAL Cycle
A cycle for regular loads of
fabrics that are moderately
soiled. FILL WASH
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with the rinsing
PARTIAL
DRAIN
(Pause)
RINSE
High
I Speed
L

SHORT Cycle
Alndlcates the machine Is
pauslng for a brief soak
Use for delicate items that period.
need a short wash and spin
time. Wash nylon hose or
panty hose in a net laundry
bag.

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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 detergent
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.
For a 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 6-9.
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.
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Caring for your washer
WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both
water faucets turned off, this takes the
pressure off the water inlet valve and
hoses.
REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as
pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before
washing. Close metal zippers.
AFTER WASHING, use a soff 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.
SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should
never be put on or in the washer.
Check pocket for bolts, nuts, tools, etc.
SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can
damage washer and dryer dials, con-
soles and finishes. Do not use these
products on or near your washer or
dryer.

Winterizing
Because some water stays in the washer, freezing
can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is
stored or moved during the cold weather...
1. Shut off both water 2. Put a quart of R.V 3. Set the washer for a
faucets. Disconnect or automobile type DRAIN and SPIN (see
and drain water antifreeze in the page 10).Let it run
inlet hoses. basket. for about 30 seconds
to mix the antifreeze
and water.
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4. Run the washer
through a com-
To use lhe washer again...
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. Turn on the water faucets.
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If you need service or
we suggest you follow
1. 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 prober
. .
assistance,
these five steps:
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 you 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 are normal.
If your washer fills and drains
without 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?:
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?

2. If you need
assistance?..
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINER serv-
Ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.:
I-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in how to obtain satisfactory
operation from your appliance or, if
service is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If you need service%.
Whirlpool has a
nationwide network
of franchised TECH-
CARE? Service Com-
panies, TECH-CARE
service technicians
are trained to fulfill the product
wananty and provide after-warranty
service, anywhere in the United States.
To locate TECH-CARE service in your
area, call our COOL-LINE service assis-
tance 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-
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 M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
5. If you need FSP’”
replacement parts?..
FSP is a registered trademark of
Whirlpool Corporation for quality
parts. Look for this symbol of quality
whenever you need a replacement
part for your Whirlpool appliance. FSP
replacement parts will fit right and
work right, because they are made to
the same exacting specifications
used to build every new Whirlpool
appliance.
‘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
respond to your request for
assistance.
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Notes

WHIRLPOOL” AUTOMATIC WMHER
WARRANTY
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR
WARRANN
From Date of Purchase
LIMITED TEN-YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FSP” replacement parts and repair labor to
correct defects in materials or workmanship.
Service must be provided by a franchised
TECH-CARE” service company.
FSP replacement parts for any part of gear-
case assembly if defective in materials or
workmanship. The gearcase assembly is
shown below.
FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack,
or fail to contain water, due to defective
materials or workmanship.
A. Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of the washer.
2. Instruct you how to use the washer.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing
B. Repairs when washer is used in other than normal, srngle-family
household use.
C. Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in
the home.
D. Damage to washer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts
of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.
E. Any labor costs during the limited warranties.
WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BELIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may
not apply to you.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please
contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
GEARCASE ASSEMBLY
COVERED BY YOUR
WARRANTY
Part No. 3349129
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