Whirlpool LA531OXP User Manual
AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Large Capacity
Model
LA531OXP
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Parts and features
FILTER
- NUMBER PLATE
- TUB
MODEL AND SERIAL
(not shown)
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 plate under the lid near the
hinge).
2. Purchase date from sales slip’
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
Serio, Number
Purchase Date
.%rvice
Phone Number
Company/
responsibilities
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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 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 groundedr-
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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
PARTS AND FEATURES. 2
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES. 3
SAFETY FIRST 3
STARTING YOUR WASHER 4
WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH
CYCLE. 6
OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS 10
For a Rinse and Spin 10
For a Drain and Spin 10
Fara Soak 10
Cleaning the Lint Filter 10
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 11
Winterizing 12
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE.. 13
1. Before Calling for
Assistance 13
2. If You Need Assistance 14
3. If You Need Service 14
4. If You Have a Problem 14
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-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Starting your washer
Before starting
your washer:
Select a Select WATER
I. LOAD SIZE
1. Measure and add detergent
2. Place sorted load in washer.
3. Start washer.
2.
TEMPERATURES
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The water level can
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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LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS
Use less than a full tub of
water when you have less than
a full load to wash.
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set for EX
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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.
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.
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
shows10 minutes of agitation in
the REGULAR Cycle.
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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