Whirlpool LA5500XM Owner's Manual
AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Large Capacity
Model
LASOOXM
Parts and features
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- LINT FILTER
- AGITATOR
- BASKET
- TUB
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.
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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. Purchase date from sales slip.
Copy this information in these spaces. Purchose 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.
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Model Number
Serial Number
Service
Phone Number
Company/
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.-
* 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
Cleanrng the Lint Filter 8
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 9
Winterizing 10
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE 11
1. Before Calling for
Assistance 11
2. If You Need Assistance 11
3. If You Need Service 11
4. If You Have a Problem 11
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-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3
Starting
Before starting
your washer:
your washer
1. Measure and add detergent
2. Place sorted load in washer.
3. Start washer.
Select a
1. LOAD
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Turn the knob to point at a setting
that describes the size of load you
want to wash.
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Set the knob anywhere on or between EX SMALL (a few items) and
LARGE (a full load).
See your “Laundry Guide” for details
on load sizes.
SIZE
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 galsJ64.0 L)’
MEDIUM (13.5 galsJ51.1 L)’
EX SMALL ( 9.9 gals.137.5 L)’
‘Approximate fill with load.
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