Whirlpool LAS00XP User manual

AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Design 2000
Eli;, Capacity
LASOOXP
ave Ovens. Trash Compactors, Room Air Condllioners. Dehumldlflers. Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers. FreeZerS. Relrlgerator-Freezer!

Parts and features
LOAD IN LAUNDRY TEMPERATURE
SELECTOR
SIZE / CENTER
SELECTOR CYCLE
CONTROL
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AGITATOR
I I BASKET
LINT FILTER
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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
d ;hu;W&;om storing or
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When youneed service or call with a
question, have this information ready:
Model Number
I. Complete Model and Serial Num-
bers (from plate under the IId near the
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
l-e
sponsibilitie
Read thus “Use and Care Guide”
and Your “Laundry Guide” care-
fully for important use and safety
information.
You are personally responsible
for m’aking 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 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
Paoe
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 a Soak
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
Before starting your washer:
I. Measure and add detergent.
2. Place sorted load in washer.
3. Start washer.
Select a
1. LOAD SIZE Select WATER
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 be-
tween EX SMALL (a few items] and
LARGE (a full load].
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level
for best permanent press results.
l Match the wash water temperature l Match the wash water temperature
to the type of fabrics and soils beingto the type of fabrics and soils being
washed.washed.
l All
l All rinses are cold.
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 0
DO NOT
little water can cause wear or OVERLOAD WASHER.
tearing of load items.
‘Approximate
fill with load.
LARGE (17.3 gals.165.5 L)’
MED (13.4 gals./50.8 L)’
EX SMALL (9.5 gals./36.0 L)’

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 Cvcle.
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 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
REGULAR Cycle
A cycle for sturdily con-
structed fabrics that are
heavily soiled.
A cycle for regular loads of
fabrics that are moderately
soiled.
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.

KNITS/GENTLE Cycle
A cycle for lightly soiled
items that need a short
wash and spin time. Wash
nylon hose in a net laundry
bag.
Brief periods of agitation
and soak time help remove
heavy soils and certain
stains that need extra
pretreatment. Use recom-
mended amount of
detergent.
The SOAK Cycle
should always be fol-
lowed by a Wash Cycle.
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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
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.
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
For a soak l
Use recommended amount of
For best results, use warm water
for soaking stained laundry. Hot
water can set stains.
detergent or presoak product.
l Push Control Knob in.
l Turn clockwise to point at a number
in the SOAK Cycle?
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!’
‘TO start soak with agitation, the Cycle Control Knob
must point to a number in the SOAK Cycle.
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.
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Caring for your washer
WHEN NOT WASHING, keep bath AFTER WASHING, use o soft dry cloth
Water faucets turned off. This takes to wipe the outside and inside dry.
the pressure off the water inlet valve Leave the lid up until the basket is dry.
and hoses. Wipe up spills right away. Spills can
dull or damage the finish.
buckles, etc., from clothes before
washing. Close metal zippers.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts,
SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS
can damage washer and dryer dials,
consoles and finishes. Do not use
these products on or near yoc-
washer or dryer.
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Winterizing
Because some water stays in the washer, freez-
ing can 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 pagelo). Let it
run for about 30
seconds to mix the
antifreeze and
water.
To use the washer again.. .
4. Run the washer
through a com-
plete cycle with
one cup of deter-
gent to clean out
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Connect hoses to the washer. the antifreeze.
3. Turn on the water faucets.

If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
Performance problems often re-
sult 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 in?
l Are both water faucets open?
l Are fuses blown or circuit-breaker
tripped?
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 in?
l Is a fuse blown or circuit-breaker
tripped?
IF YOUR WASHER STOPS
DURING A CYCLE:
l Remember, the washer pauses
briefly at different times in each
cyctee. These pauses are normal.
IF 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’T...
l The washer may seem to be
draining during wash and rinse
cycles.
l Water can siphon out. (See “ln-
stallation Instructions:‘]
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2. If you need assistance*. ..
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE” serv-
ice assistance telephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. . [phone]
Michigan . . . . . . . [phone]
Alaska 6 Hawaii [phone]
and talk with one of ourtrained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can inStRICt
you in how to obtain satisfactory op-
eration from your appliance or, if
service is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If you need service*. ..
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ice technicians are trained to fulfill
the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service, anywhere in
the United 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 you have 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. Robert F.Gunts, Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
Administrative Center
2000 US-33, North
Benton Harbor, MI 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 in-
formation is needed in order to bet-
ter respond to your request for
assistance.
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