Whirlpool LA5300XM User Manual
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LA5300XM
Parts and features
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SELECTOR
LAUNDRY
INFORMATION
CENTER
/ CYCLE
TEMPERATURE
SELECTOR
/MODEL AND SERIAL
- BASKET
- TUB
FILTER
NUMBER PLATE
(not shown)
AGITATOR
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 plate underthe lid nearthe
hinge).
2. Purchasedatefromsalesslip.
Copy this information in these spaces.
Keep this book in the Laundry Informa-
tion 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.
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Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company/
Phone Number
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 qualified installer.
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is properly rnstalled 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.-
* 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.
. is not run by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly
*See the “Installation Instructions”
for complete information.
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
SAFETYFIRST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...3
STARTING YOUR WASHER 4
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 8
Cleaning the Lint Filter
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 9
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE 11
1. Before Calling for
Assistance 11
2. If You Need Assistance
3. If You Need Service
4. If You Have a Problem 11
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-SAVE THESE tNSTRUCTlONS 3
Starting your washer
Beforestarting
your washer:
Select a Select WATER
1. LOAD SIZE
1. Measure and add detergent.
2. Place sorted load in washer.
3. Start washer.
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TEMPERATURES
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The water level can be set for EX
SMALL, MEDIUM or LARGE loads.
Select the water level that
matches the load size.
See your “Laundry Guide” for
details on load sizes.
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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 tempera-
tures 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)’
MEDIUM (13.5 gals./51.1 L)’
EX SMALL ( 9.9 gals./37.5 L)’
*Approximate fill with load.
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