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use&care guide
Whirlpool
AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Design 2000®
Large Capacity
Model
LA5550XP
3wave Ovens. Trash Compactors. Room Air Conditioners, Dehumidiliers. Automatic Washers. Clothes Dryers, Freezers. Relrigerator-Freezei
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Parts and features
LOAD
SIZE
SELECTOR
LAUNDRY
INFORMATION
y CENTER
TEMPERATURE
SELECTOR
CYCLE
CONTROL
KNOB
CLOTHES
GUARD
LIQUID BLEACH
DISPENSER
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
(not shown)
AGITATOR
LINT FILTER
(not shown)
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 intormation ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial Num
bers (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.
___________________
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company '
Phone Number
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Your responsibilities
Read this "Use and Care Guide"
and your "Laundry Guide” care
fully for Important use and safety
information.
You are personally responsible
for making sure that your
washer...
• is installed by a qualified installer.
• is properly installed and
leveled on a floor that can
support the weight.*
• is conhected to the right kind
of outlet, electric supply, water
supply and drain.*
• is properly grounded.*
• is used only for jobs normally
expected of home automatic
washers.
• is properly maintained.
• is protected from the weather
and kept where the tempera
ture 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
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
SAFETY FIRST...................
STARTING YOUR WASHER
WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH
CYCLE.................................
OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Fora Rinse and Spin ...
Fora Drain and Spin ....
Cieaning the Lint Filter . .
Liquid Bleach Dispenser
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 12
Winterizing
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
1. Before Calling for
Assistance
2. If You Need Assistance
3. If You Need Sen/ice ..
4. If You Flave a Problem
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Safety first
ALWAYS unplug the power sup
ply cord before attempting to
service the washer.
NEVER put flammable fluids (dry
cleaning solvents, gasoline, ker
osene) into your washer. NEVER
use them near your washer.
ALWAYS hand launder or air dry
fabrics treated with flammable
fluids before putting them into
your washer.
NEVER put your hands into the
washer until all motion stops. If
the lid is opened while the bas
ket is spinning, the basket will
automatically stop in a few
seconds.
DO NOT allow children to
operate or play with the washer.
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.
ALWAYS read and follow instruc
tions on packages of detergent
and laundry aids - especially
warnings and precautions.
HAZARDOUS FUMES can be
formed if chlorine bleach is used
in the same wash as ammonia
or acids such as vinegar or rust
remover.
DO NOT machine wash glass
fiber materials. Small particles
can stick to fabrics washed in
following loads and cause skin
irritation.
SPECIAL CAUTION; If hot water
has not been used recently (usu
ally two weeks or longer), explo
sive hydrogen gases may build
up in the water heater and hot
water pipes. To prevent injury or
damage, 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.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
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Starting your washer
Before starting your washer:
Measure and add detergent.
Place sorted load in washer.
Start washer.
Select a
1. LOAD SIZE
Turn the knob to point at a setting
that describes the size ot load you
want to wash.
Set the knob anywhere on or be
tween EX SMALL (a tew Items) and
LARGE (a full load).
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level tor best permanent press results.
Select WATER
2. TEMPERATURES
• Match the wash water temperature
to the type of fabrics and soils being
washed
• All rinses are cold.
Recommended wash temperatures
can be found in your "Laundry Guide”
LOAD SIZES AND WATER EEVELS
For best cleaning results, the
load must be able to move freely
in the water. Too big a load or too
little water can cause wear or
tearing of load items.
CAUTION:
DO NOT
OVERLOAD WASHER.
'Approximate
fill with load.
LARGE (17.3 gals. 65.5 L)*
MED (13.4 gals. 50.8 L)*
EX SMALL (9.5 gals. 36.0 L)*
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Select CYCLE and WASH TIME; 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 wash time.
B. Stop on a mark in the cycle you
want. The marks represent min
utes of wash time. The drawing
shows 10 minutes of agitation in
the REGULAR LIGHT 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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What happens in each cycle
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Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different
kinds of fabrics.
When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a mark and pulled out, the washer fills
before agitation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob turns clockwise
until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.
REGULAR HEAVY Cycle
A cycle for sturdily con
structed fabrics that are
heavily soiled.
REGULAR LIGHT Cycle
A cycle for sturdily con
structed fabrics that are
moderately to lightly
soiled.
PERMANENT PRESS HEAVY Cycle
FILL
to
Selected
Level
A cycle designed for per
manent press and some
synthetic fabrics that are
heavily soiled. The cool
down rinse helps keep
wrinkles from setting into
these fabrics.
WASH WASH
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Minutes
1
f
Speed
4
High Low
6
Minutes
Speed
PARTIAL
DRAIN
(Pause)
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PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle
FILL
to
Selected
Level High
i
1
A cycle designed for
moderately to lightly soiled
permanent press and
synthetic items. The cool
down rinse helps keep
wrinkles from setting into
these items.
KNITS/GENTLE REGULAR Cycle
A cycle that gently washes
and spins moderately soiled
delicate items and washable
knits.
WASH
2
Minutes
Speed
FILL
to
Selected
Level
WASH
6
i
Minutes
1
Low
f
Speed
WASH SOAK
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Minutes1Minutes
I
Low
Speed
4
■ (Pause) A
i
PARTIAL
4 DRAIN A
REFILL
COOL
DOWN
2
(Pause)
»
»
KNITS/GENTLE LIGHT Cycle
A cycle that gently washes
and spins lightly soiled
delicate items and washable
knits.
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Other operating instructions
For a rinse and spin
You may need an extra rinse and
spin for heavily soiled loads whioh
need more detergent. (Extra de
tergent oan require an extra rinse.)
• Push Control Knob in.
• Turn olookwise to any • on the dial.
See above drawing.
• Pull Control Knob out.
• The washer will fill to selected
level: agitate 2 minutes; drain
and spin
For agitation and spin speeds in each cycle,see pages 6-9.
Cleaning the lint niter
Clean filter after every load for best
filtering results. Note: The load type
will vary the amount of lint build-up.
To clean:
• Lift off the agitator barrel.
• Wash or wipe the filter clean in the
bottom of the agitator barrel. The
filter is not removable.
• Replace the agitator barrel and
snap into piace.
For a drain and spin
Yourwashercan besettodrain
and spin out water.
• Push Control Knob in.
• Turn clockwise to the bar just before
OFF in any cycle. See above
drawing.
• Pull Control Knob out.
• The washer will drain and spin.
agitator'/M \'lsv \
BARREl-'TfjY!
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Liquid bleach dispenser
Always measure bleach. Do not
guess Never use more than 1 cup
(250 mL) for a full load. Use less with
lower water level settings. Follow
directions on bottle for safe use. Use
a cup with a pouring spout to avoid
spiliing.
1. Load the washer first.
2. Pour measured bleach carefully
into dispenser. DO NOT let bleach
splash, drip or run down into the
washer basket Undiluted bleach
will damage any fabric if touches.
3. Start the washer. Bleach will be
diluted automatically during the
wash part of the cycle.
For more information on bleaching, see "Laundry Guide" page 11.
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Caring for your washer
fi
WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both
water faucets turned off. This takes
the pressure off the wafer inlet valve
and hoses.
REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins,
buckles, etc., from clothes before
washing. Close metal zippers.
AFTER WASHING, use a soft dry cloth
to wipe the outside and inside dry.
Leave the lid up until the basket is dry.
Wipe up spills right away. Spills can
dull or damage the finish.
SHARP OR HEAVY OBJECTS should
never be put on or in the washer.
Check pockets for bolts, nuts,
tools, etc.
NEVER USE THE WASHER TO..
• store wet or dry laundry.
• soak for more than 2 hours
• soak with chlorine bleach.
• soak with vinegar or other
acids.
• soak or store urine soaked
clothes.
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SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS
can damage washer and dryer dials,
consoles and finishes. Do not use
these products on or near your
washer or dryer.
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Service or performance problems caused by the use of any product
not manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation are the responsibility of
the manufacturer of that product.
Winterizing
Because some water stays in the washer, freez
ing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is
stored or moved during the cold weather...
1. Shut off both water
faucets. Discon
nect and drain
water inlet hoses.
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Connect hoses to the washer.
3. Turn on the water faucets.
2. Put a quart of
automobile-type
antifreeze in the
basket.
3. Set the washer for a
DRAIN and SPIN
(see page 10). Let it
run for about 30
seconds to mix the
antifreeze and
water.
4. Run the washer
through a com
plete cycle with
one cup of detergentto clean out
the antifreeze.
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If you need service or assistance, we suggest
you follow these four steps:
1. Before calling for assistance-
Performance problems often
result from little things you can find
and fix yourself without tools of any
kind.
IF YOUR WASHER DOES NOT FILL:
• Is the power supply cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper
voltage?
• Have you cheoked your home's
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
• Are the water supply hoses
kinked?
• Is the Cycle Control Knob set and
pulled out?
IF YOUR WASHER DOES NOT SPIN;
• Is the lid closed?
• Is the power supply cord plugged
into a live circuit with the proper
voltage?
• Have you checked your home's
main fuses or circuit breaker box?
IF YOUR WASHER STOPS
DURING A CYCLE:
• Remember, the washer pauses
briefly at different times in each
cycle. These pauses are normal.
IF WASHER FILLS AND DRAINS
WITHOUT RUNNING:
• Make sure that the Cycle Control
Knob is pointing to a number in
the cycle.
MAKE SURE THE DRAIN HOSE IS
HIGHER THAN THE WATER LEVEL IN
THE WASHER. IF IT ISN’T...
• The washer may seem to be
draining during wash and rinse
cycles.
• Water can siphon out. (See "In
stallation Instructions")
Are both water faucets open?
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2. If you need assistance*...
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE® serv
ice assistance teiephone number.
Dial free from:
Continental U.S. .(800)253-1301
Michigan
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(800)632-2243
Alaska & Hawaii (800) 253-1121
and talk with one ot our trained Con
sultants. The Consultant can instruct
you in how to obtain satistactory op
eration from your appliance or, It
service is necessary, recommend a
qualified service company in your
area.
3. If you need service
Whirlpool
Whiflptiol
a nationwide net
work of franchised
TECH-CARE® Serv
FRANCHISED SERVICE
ice Companies.
TECH-CARE serv
ice technicians are trained to fulfill
the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service,anywhere in
the United States. To locate TECH-
CARE service in your area, call our
COOL-LINE service assistance tele
phone number (see Step 2) or look in
your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under;
APPL.IANCES-HOUSEHOLD- ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES-
MAJOR - SERVICE & REPAIR MAJOR - REPAIRING & PARTS
WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
franchised TECH-CARE SERVICE FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE
SERVICECOMPAS’IES SERVICE COMPANIES
XYZ SERVICE CO XYZ SERVICE CO
123 Maple
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WHIRLPOOL APPLIANCES
XYZ SERVICE CO
OR
999-9999 123 Maple
OR
WASHING MACHINES,DRYERS
& IRONF.RS-SERVICING
FRANCHISED TECH-CARE SERVICE
SERVICE COMPANIES
123 Maple
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999-9999
has
999-9999
4. If you have a problem*...
Call our COOL-LINE service as
sistance telephone number (see
Step 2) and talk with one of our Con
sultants, or if you prefer, write to;
Mr. Stephen E. Upton
Senior Vice President
Whirlpool Corporation
Administrative Center
2000 US-33, North
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022
' If you must call or write, please pro
vide; model number, serial number,
date of purchase, and a complete
description of the problem. This in
formation is needed in order to bet
ter respond to your request for
assistance.
A, FSP Is a registered trademark
of Whirlpool Corporation for
quality parts. Look for this
symbol of quality whenever
you need a replacement part
for your Whirlpool appliance
FSP replacement ports
will fit right and work right, because they are
made to the same exacting specifications
used to build every new Whirlpool appliance.
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