Whirlpool LA800XT User manual

Use& CareGuide
Cycle control knob
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LARGECAPACITYMIOSPEED
AUTOM$;l;ASHER

Contents
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Important Safety
Instructions.
Operating Instructions
Starting your washer
What happens in each cycle
Other Operating Instructions
Rinse and spin
Drain and spin . . . . .
If You Need Service Or
Assistance. . . . . .
Whirlpool Automatic
Washer Warranty.. .
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Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
appliance. Please complete and mail
the Owner Registration Card provided
with this product. Then complete the
form below. Have this information ready
if you need service or call with a
question.
l Copy model and serial numbers
from plate (under lid near hinge) and
the purchase date from the sales slip.
l Keep this book, the Laundry Guide
and the sales slip together in a
handy place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
If your washer has a Consumer Buy
Guide label, remove it. It will be easier
to remove before the washer is used. To
remove any remaining glue:
l Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball,
then remove.
or
l Soak area with liquid hand dishwash-
ing detergent before removing glue as
described above.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing
alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive
cleaners. These can damage the finish.
See “Important Safety Instructions” on
page 3.

ImportantSafetyInstructions
l Read all instructions before
using the washer.
l NEVER wash items cleaned,
washed, soaked in or spotted with
wax, paint, gasoline, or flammable
fluids in the washer. The fumes
can create a FIRE HAZARD or
EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand
launder and air dry fabrics contain-
ing these materials.
l NEVER allow children to operate,
play with, or crawl inside the
washer. Close supervision of
children is necessary when the
washer is used near children.
l When discarding an old washer,
ALWAYS remove the lid to prevent
accidental entrapment.
l DO NOT reach into the washer
basket while it is filling with water,
while agitator is moving or while
basket is spinning. If the lid is
opened while the basket is spin-
ning, the basket will automatically
stop in a few seconds.
l DO NOT tamper with controls.
l NEVER use or store flammable
fluids (dry-cleaning solvents,
kerosene) in or near your washer.
DO NOT add flammable fluids to
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the wash water. These substances
give off vapors that can create a
FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.
l If hot water has not been used
recently (usually 2 weeks or longer),
hydrogen gases may build up in the
water heater and the hot water pipes.
HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
To prevent injury or damage, before
using your washer, turn on all hot
water faucets and allow water to run
for several minutes. This will allow
gases to escape. DO NOT smoke or
use any open flame near the faucet
while it is open.
l You are responsible for making
sure that your washer:
- is installed, repaired, and has parts
replaced by a qualified person.
-is properly installed and leveled on
a floor that can support the weight.’
-is connected to the correct 3-
prong outlet, electric supply,
water supply and drain.*
- is properly grounded.*
-is properly maintained.*
- is protected from the weather
and kept where the temperature
will not fall below freezing.
‘See the Installation Instructions.
INSTRUCTIONS -
Additional safetyinstnrctionsandyour responsibilities
l ALWAYS store detergent, laundry
aids and other materials in a cool, dry
place where children can’t reach them
- in a locked cabinet if possible.
l ALWAYS read and follow instructions
on packages of detergent and laundry
aids - especially warnings and
precautions.
l HAZARDOUS FUMES can be
formed if chlorine bleach is used in
the same wash as ammonia or acids
such as vinegar or rust remover.
l ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord
before attempting to service the washer.
l DO NOT machine wash glass fiber
materials. Small particles can stick to
fabrics washed in following loads and
cause skin irritation.
l You are responsible for making
sure that your washer:
-
is used only for jobs normally ex-
pected of home automatic washers.
-is not run by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
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OperatingInstructions
Startingyourwasher
Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before
starting it.
1. Select a load size
l Turn the knob to point at a setting
that describes the size of load you
want to wash.
l Set the knob on SMALL (a few small
items) or LARGE (a full load).
NOTE: For best washing results, items
should move freely in the washer. Do
not overload the washer or choose a
water level that is too low for your
wash load.
For best results with permanent
press clothes, use the LARGE water
level.
Reduce wash time when using
SMALL water level setting. Loads with
only a few small items need less wash
time for best results.
2. Select cycle and water
temperature
l Push in the Cycle Control Knob and
turn it clockwise.
l To select wash water temperature,
stop when the indicator on the knob’s
outer ring points to the area in the
selected cycle marked H (hot),
W (warm) or C (cold).
b Match the wash water temperature
to the type of fabric and soils being
washed.
l All rinses are cold. Cold rinses save
energy and help prevent wrinkles from
setting into fabrics.
l Start the washer by pulling out the
Cycle Control Knob. The washer will
fill to the level you set with wash water
of the selected temperature. After
filling, stop the washer and select
wash time.

l To stop the washer at any time, push
in the Cycle Control Knob. To restart
the washer, pull out the Cycle Control
Knob.
NOTE: Use warm water with the KNITS
GENTLE Cycle.
For heavily soiled permanent press
or knit clothes, pre-wash or presoak
before washing in warm water.
3. Select wash time and
restart the washer
l Stop on the number in the wash cycle
you want. The numbers are minutes of
wash time. The drawing shows 10
minutes of agitation in the REGULAR
NORMAL Cycle.
l Restart the washer by pulling out the
Cycle Control Knob.
Whathappensin eachcycle
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
clockwise until it points to OFF and the
cycle ends.
The washer will pause briefly
throughout each cycle. These pauses
are normal. They allow for the reversing
of the motor and normal washer
operation.
NOTE: You may hear the sound of
water spraying during the spin parts of
some cycles. In all cycles, water is
sprayed on the spinning load to help
with the rinsing.
Gentle Wash System
For better fabric care in the REGULAR
Cycles, the agitation speed is reduced
during the last few minutes of wash
agitation time.
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Operating Instructions
Continued
Regular/Heavy Cycle
A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics
that are heavily soiled.
to Selected Level
1O-6 Minutes High Speed
6 Minutes Low Speed
Regular/Normal Cycle
A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that
are moderately soiled.
to Selected Level
4-2 Minutes High Speed
6 Minutes Low Speed
High Speed, Spray Rinse
The washer will pause briefly through-
out each cycle. These pauses are nor-
mal. They allow for the reversing of the
motor and normal washer operation.

Knits Gentle Cycle
A cycle that gently washes and
spins moderately soiled delicate items
and washable knits.
to Selected Level
4 Minutes Low Speed
2 Minutes Low Speed
Low Speed, Spray Rinse
Alndicates that machine is pausing for a
brief soak period.

OtherOperatingInstructions
Rinseandspin
When using extra detergent for heavily
soiled clothes, or washing special-care
items, you may want an extra rinse and
spin.
1. Push Cycle Control Knob in.
2. Turn clockwise to one of the dots on
the dial, as illustrated.
3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The
washer will fill to selected level,
agitate 2 minutes, drain and spin.
Drainand spin
A drain and spin may help shorten
drying times for some fabrics or hand-
washed items by removing excess
water.
1. Push Cycle Control Knob in.
2. Turn clockwise to any bar located
just before an OFF area on the dial.
3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out.
The washer will drain and spin.

IfYouNeedServiceOrAssistance
Wesuggestyou follow
these steps:
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 proper voltage?
l Are both water faucets open?
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 cycle. These
pauses are normal.
If your washer fills and drains
without running:
l Make sure that the Cycle Control Knob
ISpointing 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 draining
during wash and rinse cycles.
l Water can siphon out.
(See Installation Instructions.)
2. If you need assistance’..
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@
service assistance telephone
number. Dial free from anywhere
in the U.S.:
l-800-2531301
and talk with one of our trained consul-
tants. The consultant can instruct you in
how to obtain satisfactory operation
from your appliance or, if service is nec-
essary, recommend a qualified servrce
company in your area.
If you prefer, write to:
Mr. Donald Skinner
Director of Consumer Relations
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
Please include a daytime phone
number in your correspondence.
3. If you need service’...
““4”’
Whirlpool has a
wh%l 01 *m nationwide network of authorized
sERvtcE WhirlpoolSM service
companies.
Whirlpool service technicians are trained
to fulfill the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service, anywhere in the
United States. To locate the authorized
Whirlpool service company in your area,
call our COOL-LINE@ service assistance
telephone number (see Step 2) or look in
your telephone directory Yellow Pages
under:
WHlRLPOOLAPPLlANCES
AUTHORIZED WHIRLPOOL SERVICE
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If You Need Service Or Assistance
Continued
4. If you need FSP’
replacement parts:..
FSP is a registered trademark of
Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts.
Look for this symbol of quality when-
ever you need a replacement part for
your Whirlpool appliance. FSP replace-
ment parts will fit right and work right,
because they are made to the same
exacting specifications used to burld
every new Whirlpool appliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts
in your area, refer to Step 3 or call the
Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ service
assistance number in Step 2.
5. If you are not satisfied with
how the problem was solved’...
l Contact the Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel (MACAP).
MACAP is a group of independent
consumer experts that voices con-
sumer views at the highest levels of
the major appliance industry.
l Contact MACAP only when the
dealer, authorized servicer or
Whirlpool have failed to resolve
your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
l MACAP will in turn inform us of
your ac!ion.
*When requesting assistance, please
provide: 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.
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Gearcase assembly
covered by your
warranty. See back
cover for more
information.
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Notes

WHIRLPOOL@
AutomaticWasherWarranty
AWOO
LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to
WARRANTY correct defects in materials (including top and lid
From Date of Purchase rust) or workmanship. Service must be provided
bv an authorized WhirlooolSM service comoanv.
LIMITED FIVE-YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
FSP replacement parts for any part of
gearcase assembly if defective in materials
or workmanship. The gearcase assembly
is shown in the “Service or Assistance” section
of this book.
FSP replacement parts for any top and lid rust.
LIMITED TEN-YEAR FSP replacement of outer tub should it crack, or
WARRANTY fail to contain water, due to defective materials
From Date of Purchase or workmanship.
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
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, single-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 BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL 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 authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
If you need service, first see the “Service and Assistance” section of this book.
After checking “Service and Assistance,” additional help can be found by calling
our COOL-LINE@ service assistance telephone number, l-800-253-1301, from
anywhere in the U.S.
@Registered Trademark/SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation
Part No. 3354662
01990 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A.