Whirlpool LA7400XM User manual

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AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Design 2000
Large Capacity
Model
LA7400XM
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Parts and features
LINT FILTER
(not shown)
A/ CLOTHES
-/ / DISPENSER
LAUNDRY TEMPERATURE MAGIC CLEAN@
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
(not shown)
AGITATOR
- BASKET
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
I. Complete Model and Serial Num-
bers(from plate underthe lid nearthe
hinge]. serio, Number
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 registration 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
information.
You are personally responsible
for making sure that your
washer...
l is installed by a qualified installer.
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,-
* 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 8
For a Rinse and Spin 8
For a Drain and Spin 8
For a Soak or Pre-Wash 8
Liquid Bleach Dispenser 9
Magic Clean” Filter 9
CARING FOR YOUR WA&Ed. 10
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE 11
1. Before Calling for
Assistance 11
2. If You Need Assistance 11
3. If You Need Service 11
4. If You Have a Problem 11
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3. Start washer.
DO NOT OVERLOAD WASHER
See pages 6 and 7 in
your “Laundry Guide.”
l Turn the knob to point at a setting
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).
DO NOT LOAD
ABOVE CLOTHES
GUARD
I
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level
for best permanent press results. I
Select WATER
2. TEMPERATURES
l Match the wash 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”
and printed under the washer lid.
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.
fill with load.
IMPORTANT: The EX SMALL
setting in the REGI HEAVY Cycle
may cause water to splash over
the tub. If this happens, move the
Load Size Selector to a higher
water level.
LARGE (17.3 gals./655 L)*
(14.7 gals./557 L)*
(12.1 gals./458 L)’
EX SMALL (9.5 gals./36.0 L)’
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_ Select CYCLE and WASH TIME;
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.
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.
6. Stop on a number in the cycle
you want. The numbers are
minutes of wash time. The
drawing shows 8 minutes of
agitation in the REGULAR HEAVY
Cycle.
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 8.

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 stat-t. After agitation starts, the knob turns
REGULAR HEAVY Cycle
High agitation and
spin speeds help remove
heavy soils and spin
water from heavy or
sturdy cotton fabrics.
PERMANENT PRESS Cycle
High-speed agltatlon,
low-speed spin and cool-
Ing of the wash water be-
fore the spin help clean
clothing and keep
wrinkles from setting Into
permanent press fabrics
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Low agitation and spin
speeds and shorter wash
time gently wash delicate
items and washable
synthetic knits
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Periods of agitation and
soaking time clean
stained. yellowed, gray
or heavily soiled laundry.
Use recommended
amount of detergent.
WASH
High
1
Speed;
Selected
lime
* IMPORTANT: The washer will pause briefly at different times in every cycle.
These pauses are normal. They allow for the reversing ofthe motor, normal
washer operations and the cool down portion of the PERM’T PRESScycle.
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clockwise until if points to OFF and the cycle ends.
NOTE:You may hear the sound of wafer spraying during the spin parts of
some cycles. In some cycles, cold wafer is sprayed on the spinning load to
helpwith the rinsing.
PARTIAL
DRAIN &
SPIN
(Pause]
DRAIN &
SPIN
1
LOW
Speed
I
- Pre-wash setting
begins here (see page 8)
I
Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing laundry.
See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle. I

Other operating instructions
For a rinse and spin
You may need an extra rinse and
sprn for heavily soiled loads which
need more detergent (Extra de-
tergent can require an extra nnse.)
l Push Control Knob in.
l Turn clockwise to any l on the dial.
See above drawing.
l Pull Control Knob out.
l The washer WIII fill to selected level
with cold water,agitate 2 minutes,
dram and spin
8
For a drain and spin
Your washer can be set to drain
and spin out water.
9 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 pages6 and 7
For a soak or pre-wash
For best results, use warm water
for soaking or pre-washing stained
laundry
l Use enough detergent or pre-soak
product for a single load.
l Push Control Knob in
. Turn clockwise to point at a number
in the SOAK cycle. Use the 6 minute
mark for a pre-wash.
l Pull Control Knob out. [After filling,
the washer may pause before start-
ing to agitate.)
l When the cycle is over, add de-
tergent for the next selected 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 the 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. Follow directions on the bottle
for the amount to use. Never use
more than 1 cup (250 ml) for a full
load. Use less with lower water level
settings. Use a cup with a pouring
spout to avoid spilling.
1.
2.
3.
Load the washer first.
Pour measured bleach carefully
into drspenser. DO NOT let bleach
splash, drop or run down into the
washer basket. Undiluted bleach
will damage any fabric it touches.
Start the washer. Bleach will be
diluted automatrcally during the
wash part of the cycle.
For more information on bleaching,see”Laundry Guide” page 11.
MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter
The lint filter In your washer cleans itself. Collected
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
OF
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 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.
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.