AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Design 2000”
Large Capacity
Model
LA7460XM
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Parts and features
LOAD
LAUNDRY
INFORMATION
TEMPERATURE MAGIC CLEAN@
LINT FILTER
(not shown)
CYCLE
CLOTHES
/ GUARD
LIQUID FABRIC
SOFTENER DISPENSER
- LIQUID BLEACH
DISPENSER
- MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
(not shown)
1 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:
1. Complete Model and Serial Numbers (from plateunderthe lid nearthe
hinge).
2. Purchase date from sales slip,
Copy this information in these spaces. Purchase Date
Keep this book in the Laundry Information Center with your “Laundry Guide,”
sales slip and warranty.
There is no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase is all
that is required for in-warranty service.
Model Number
Serial Number
Service Company!
Phone Number
Your responsibilities
Read this ‘*Us& and Care Guide”
and your “Laundry Guide” carefully for important use and safety
information.
You are personally responsible
for making sure that your
washer.. .
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is installed by a qualified installer.
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is properly installed and
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leveled on a floor that can
support the weight.’
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is connected to the right kind
of outlet, electric supply, water
supply and drain.’
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is properly grounded.*
i is used only for jobs normally
expected of home automatic
washers.
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is properly maintained.
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is protected from the weather
and kept where the tempera-
ture will not fall below freezing.
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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
Liquid Fabric Softener
Dispenser. 9
MAGIC CLEAN@ Lint
Filter, 9
CARING FOR YOUR
WASHER 10
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
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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
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Turn the knob to point at a setting
that describes the size of load you
want to wash.
. Set the knob on or between EX
SMALL (a few items] and LARGE (a
full load).
See pages 6 and 7
of your “Laundry Guide:’
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level
for best permanent press results.
Select WATER
2.
TEMPERATURES
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Match the wash water temperature
to the type of fabrics and soils being
washed.
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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:
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1 LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS
For best cleaning results, the
load must be able to move freely
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in the water. Too big a load or too
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little water can cause wear or
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tearing of load items.
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‘, *Approximate u
fill with load. “-
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LARGE (17.3 gals./655 L)’
1.
” F.X SMALL (9.5 galsJ36.0 L)’
CAUTION :
DO NOT
OVERLOAD WASHER. ;
(14.7 galsJ55.7 L)*
(12.1 galsJ45.8 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.
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.
B.
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.
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
REGULAR HEAVl
PERMANENT PRE
Cycle
High agitation and
spin speeds help remove
heavy soils and spin
water from heavy or
sturdv cotton fabrics.
S Cycle
A special cycle with the
necessary cool down rinse
which helps keep wrinkles
from setting into Permanent
Press and some synthetic
fabrics.
KNITS/GENTLE Cycle
A cycle that gently washes
and spins delicate items
and washable knits.
SOAK AND PRE-WASH Cycles
Brief periods of agitation
and soak time help remove
heavy soils and certain
stains that need extra
pretreatment. Use recommended amount of
detergent or pre-soak
additive.
-)c IMPORTANT: The
These paus8s are normal. They allow for the reversing of the motor, normal
washer
OperatlOnS
washer
will pause brlefly at different timer In every cycle.
and the cookfown portion of the PERMIT PRESS cycle.
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clockwise until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.
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.
c- Pre-wash setting begins here
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(see page 8)
Special care is needed when soaklng or pre-washing laundry.
See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle.
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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 de-
tergent can require an extra rinse.]
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Push Control Knob in.
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Turn clockwise to any’on the dial.
See above drawing.
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Pull Control Knob out.
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The washer will fill to selected level
with cold water, agitate 2 minutes,
drain and spin.
For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle, see pages 6 and 7.
For a drain and spin
Your washer can be set to drain
and spin out water.
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Push Control Knob in.
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Turn clockwise to the bar just before
OFF in any cycle. See above
drawing.
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Pull Control Knob out.
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The washer will drain and spin.
For a soak or pre-wash
For best results, use
for soaking or pre-washing stained
laundry.
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Hot water can set stains.
Use recommended amount of
detergent or pre-soa k product.
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Push Control Knob in.
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Turn clockwise to point at a
in the SOAK Cycle...use the bminutes
mark for a prewash.*
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Pull Control Knob out to start washer.
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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 additlonal care
information on page 7 of your
“Laundry Guide!’
warm
water
number
‘To start 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. Never use more than 1 cup
(250 ml) for a full load. Use less with
lower water level settings. Follow
directions on bottle for safe use. Use
a cup with a pouring spout to avoid
spilling.
1. Load the washer first.
2. Pour measured bleach carefully
into dispenser. DO NOT let bleach
splash, drip or run down into the
washer basket. Undiluted bleach
will damage any fabric it touches.
3. Start the washer. Bleach will be
diluted automatically during the
wash part of the cycle
For more information on bleaching, see”Laundry Guide” page 11.
Liquid fabric softener dispenser
4. Dilute fabric softener with hot
water. Add enough hot water to fill
the dispenser up to the opening.
5. Stat-l the washer. Diluted liquid fab-
ric 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
1. Add detergent and load to the
basket.
2. Add liquid fabric softener to
the dispenser using the amount
recommended on the bottle.
3. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load.
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.
MAGIC CLEAN @ lint filter
The lint filter in your washer cleans ItSelf.
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.
COlleCted
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 soft dry cloth
to wipe the outside and inside dry.
Leave the lid up until the basket is dry.
Wipe up spills right
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.
away.
Spills can
SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS
can damage washer and dryer dials,
consoles and finishes. Do not use
these products on or near your
washer or dryer.
If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
I. 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:
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Is the power supply cord plugged
into a live circuit with the
proper voltage?
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Are both water faucets open?
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Have you checked your home’s main
fuses or circuit breaker box?
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Have you checked the electric
company for a power failure?
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Are the water supply hoses kinked?
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Is the Cycle Control Knob set and
pulled out?
IF YOUR WASHER DOES NOT SPIN:
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Is the lid closed?
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Is the power supply cord
plugged in?
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Is a fuse blown or circuit-breaker
tripped?
IF YOUR WASHER STOPS
DURING A CYCLE:
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Remember, the washer pauses
briefly at different times in each
cycle. These pauses are normal.
IF WASHER FILLS AND DRAINS
WITHOUT RUNNING:
. 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...
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The washer may seem to be
draining during wash and rinse
cycles.
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Water can siphon out. (See “lnstallation Instructions:‘)
2. If you need assistance*. . .
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE@ service assistance telephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. . (800) 253-1301
Michigan
Alaska & Hawaii (800) 253-1121
and talk with one of ourtrained Con-
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
. . . . . . . (800) 632-2243
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 Companies.
TECH-CARE serv-
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 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 assistance telephone number (see
Step 2) and talk with one of our Consultants, or it you prefer, write to:
Mr. Stephen E. Upton, Sr. Vice Presideni
Whirlpool Corporation
Administrative Center
2000
US-33 North
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
*If you must call or write, please provide: model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem. This information is needed in order to better respond to your request for
assistance.
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