Whirlpool LA5000XM User Manual
AUTOMIATIC
I WASHER
Large Capacity
Model
LA5000XM
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Parts and features
LOAD
LAUNDRY
INFORMATION
TEMPERATURE
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SELECTOR
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
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
I. Complete Model and Serial Num-
bers (from plate under the lid nearthe
hinge).
2. Purchase date from sales slip
Copy this information In these spaces.
Keep this book in the Laundry Information Center with your “Laundry Guide,”
sales slip and warranty
There is no warranty registration card to return. Proof-of-purchase is
all that is required for in-warranty service.
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Mode! Number
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Serial Number
Purchase Date
Serwce Company /
Phone Number
._____
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Your responsibilities
Read this “Use 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 qualifiedinstaller.
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is properly installed and
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.*
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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 temperature 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
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PARTS AND FEATURES
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
SAFETY FIRST
STARTINGYOUR WASHER
WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH CYCLE
OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8
For a Rinse and Spin
For a Drain and Spin
For a Soak or Pre-Wash
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER : : :
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
1. Before Calling for
Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance : : : 11
3 If You Need Service
4. If You Have a Problem : : : : : 11
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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.
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Select a
1. LOAD SIZE
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The water level can be set
EX SMALL or LARGE loads.
the water level that matches
the load size.
See your”Laundry Guide” for
details on load sizes.
for
Select
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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.
Recommended wash temperatures can be found in your
“Laundry Guide” and printed
under the washer lid.
LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS
Use less than a full tub of
water when you have less than
a full load to wash.
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.
LARGE (16.9 gals.164.0 L)*
EX-SMALL (9.9 gals./37.5 L)*
*Approximate fill with load.
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