LA5558XS
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AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Super Capacity
Model
LA5558XS
hers. Clolhes 0rw-s. Freezen. Relriperalor-Freezer, Ice Makers, Dishwashers. Built-In Ovens and Surlace Units. Ranpes, Microwave Ovens. Trash Compaclc
Contents
PARTS AND FEATURES . 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS.. . 3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. 4
Page
Starting Your Washer . 4
What Happens in Each Cycle 6
OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS.
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Parts and features
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MODEL AND
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MAGIC CLEAN@
For a Rinse and Spin .
For a Drain and Spin .
MAGIC CLEAN@ Lint Filter
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER
Winterizing .
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE
WASHER WARRANTY
If your washer has a Consumer
Buy Guide label, remove it. It will
be easier to remove before the
washer is used. To remove any
remaining glue:
l Rub briskly with thumb to make
a ball, then remove.
or
l Soak area with liquid hand
dishwashing detergent before
removing glue as described
above.
Do not use sharp instruments,
rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids or abrasive cleaners. These
can damage the finish. See
“Important Safety Instructions”
on page 3.
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Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail
the Owner Registration Card provided with this product.
Then complete
the form below Have this information ready if you need service or call with a
question.
l Copy Model and Serial Numbers
Model Number
from plate (under lid near hinge]
and the purchase date from the
sales slip.
l Keep this book, your Laundry
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Guide and your sales slip in a
handy place.
Service ComDanv Phone Number
IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
l
Read all instructions before
using the washer.
l
NEVER
wash items cleaned,
washed, soaked in or spotted with
wax, paint, gasoline, or flammable
fluids in the washer. The fumes can
create a
EXPLOSION. ALWAYS
der and air dry fabrics containing
these materials.
l
NEVER
play with, or crawl inside the
washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the
washer is used near children.
l When discarding an old washer,
ALWAYS
accidental entrapment.
l
NEVER
washer until all motion stops. If the
lid is opened while the basket is
spinning, the basket will automatically stop in a few seconds.
l
DO NOT
l
NEVER
fluids (dry-cleaning solvents, kerosene) in or near your washer. DO
NOT add flammable fluids to the
wash water. These substances
ive off vapors that can create a
B
IRE HAZARD
FIRE HAZARD
or
hand laun-
allow children to operate,
remove the lid to prevent
put your hands into the
tamper with controls.
use or store flammable
or
EXPLOSION.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
l If hot water has not been used
recently (usually 2 weeks or
longer), hydrogen gases may
build up in the water heater and
the hot water pipes.
GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.
HYDROGEN
To prevent injury or damage, before using your
washer, 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.
l
You are responsible for making
sure that your washer:
- is installed, repaired, and has
parts replaced by a qualified
person.
-is properly installed and leveled
on a floor that can support the
weight.*
- is connected to the correct
3-prong outlet, electric supply,
water supply and drain.*
-is properly grounded.*
- is properly maintained.*
- is protected from the weather
and kept where the temperature
will not fall below freezing.
*See the Installation Instructions.
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
l ALWAYS store detergent, laundry l ALWAYS unplug the power supply
aids and other materials in a cool,
dry place where children can’t
reach them - in a locked cabinet
if possible.
l ALWAYS read and follow instruc- to fabrics washed in following
tions on packages of detergent loads and cause skin irritation.
and laundry aids-especially
warnings and precautions.
l
HAZARDOUS FUMES
can be
formed if chlorine bleach is used in
the same wash as ammonia or
acids such as vinegar or rust
remover.
cord before attempting to service
the washer.
l
DO NOT
machine wash glass fiber
materials. Small particles can sticl
l
You are responsible for making
sure that your washer:
- is used only for jobs normally
expected of home automatic
washers.
- is not run by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
Operating instructions
Starting Your Washer
Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place
a sorted load in the washer before starting it.
1
. Select a LOAD SIZE
2
. WATER TEMPERATURES
Select
l Turn the knob to point at a setting
that describes the size of load you
want to wash.
l Set the knob anywhere on or be-
tween EX SMALL [a few small items]
and EX LARGE (a full load).
NOTE: Use the EX LARGE water
level for best permanent press
results.
NOTE:
For best washing results, items should move freely in the washer. Do not
overload the washer or choose a water level that is too low for your wash load.
For best results with permanent press clothes, use the EX LARGE water level.
Reduce wash time when using EX SMALL or SMALL water level settings. Loads
with only a few small items need less wash time for best results.
4
l Match the wash and rinse water
temperature to the type of fabrics
and soils being washed.
l All rinses are cold. Cold rinses save
energy and help prevent wrinkles
from setting into fabrics.
Recommended wash temperatures
can be found in your Laundry Guide.
NOTE:
Use warm water with the
PERMIT PRESS or KNITS GENTLE cycles.
For heavily soiled permanent press
or knit clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak
before washing in warm water.
3. Start the washer
A.
Push in the Control Knob and
turn it clockwise.
C.
Start the washer by pulling out the
Control Knob. The washer will fill
to the selected water level with
the selected wash water temperature. After filling, the washer will
agitate for the selected number
of minutes.
6. Stop when the indicator on the
knob’s outer ring points to the
number in the wash cycle you
want. The numbers are minutes
of wash time.
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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