Whirlpool LA3400XT User Manual
Cycle control knob
and temperature selector
Model and
LARGE CAPAMYSINGLESPEED
AUTOMATIC WASHER
LA34ooxT
serial
(under lid)
Contents
Page
Important Safety
Instructions.. . . . . . . 3
Operating Instructions
Starting your washer . . . 4
What happens in each cycle 5
Other Operating Instructions
Rinse and spin . . . 7
Drain and spin . . . 7
If You Need Service Or
Assistance. . . . 8
Whirlpool Automatic
Washer Warranty. . . 12
01990 Whirlpool Corporation
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.
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Copy model and serial numbers
from plate (under lid near hinge) and
the purchase dale from the sales slip.
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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:
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Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball,
then remove.
or
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Soak area with
liquid hand dishwashing 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.
Important Safety Instructions
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Read all instructions before
using the washer.
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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 containing these materials.
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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.
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When discarding an old washer,
ALWAYS remove the lid to prevent
accidental entrapment.
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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 spinning, the basket will automatically
stop in a few seconds.
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DO NOT tamper with controls.
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NEVER use or store flammable and kept where the temperature
the wash water. These substances
give off vapors that can create a
FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.
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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.
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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 3prong outlet, electric supply,
water supply and drain.’
- is properly grounded.*
- is properly maintained.*
- is protected from the weather
fluids (dry-cleaning solvents, will not fall below freezing.
kerosene) in or near your washer.
DO NOT add flammable fluids to
‘See the Installation Instructions.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
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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.
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ALWAYS read and follow instructions
on packages of detergent and laundry
aids - especially warnings and
precaulions.
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HAZARDOUS FUMES can be
formed if chlorine bleach is used in
the same wash as ammonia or acids
such as vinegar or rust remover.
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ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord before attempting to service
the washer.
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DO NOT machine wash glass fiber
materials. Small particles can stick to
fabrics washed in following loads and
cause skin irritation.
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You are responsible for making
sure that your washer:
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IS used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers
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is not run by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
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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 cycle and wash time
Start the washer
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Push in the Cycle Control Knob and
turn it clockwise.
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Stop when the indicator on the knob’s
outer ring points to the number in the
wash cycle you want. The numbers
are minutes of wash time.
NOTE: The washer will fill only when
the Cycle Control Knob points to a
FILL area.
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Start the washer by pulling out the
Cycle Control Knob. After filling, the
washer will agitate for the selected
number of minutes.
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To stop the washer at any time, push
in the Cycle Control Knob. To restart
the washer, pull out the Cycle Control
Knob.
2. Select water temperature
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Match the water temperature to the
type of fabric and soils being washed.
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HOT WATER can be selected by turning the Cycle Control Knob to 12 or
14 minutes in the REGULAR HEAVY
Cycle.
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WARM WATER can be selected by
turning the Cycle Control Knob to 8 or
10 minutes in the REGULAR HEAVY
Cycle.
Warm wash is preset in the SHORT
Cycle. Just turn the Cycle Control
Knob to the 4 or 6 minute setting.
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All rinses use cold water. This saves
energy and helps prevent wrinkles
from setting into fabrics.
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