Whirlpool LA56OOXP User Manual
AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Design 2000
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LA56OOXP
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Parts and features
LAUNDRY
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MAGtC CLEAN ’
LINT FILTER
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- MODEL AND SERIAL
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-AGITATOR
- BASKET
Remove the Consumer
Buy Guide lobel. It will be
easier to remove before
the washer is used.
k~ should wipe out the
basket with a damp cloth
before using to remove
dust from storing or
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NUMBER PLATE
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question. hove thrs rnformotlon ready.
I. Complete Model and Serlol Num-
bers (from Plate under the lid neor the
hinge).
2.
&&h&e dote from soles slip
COPY this information rn these spaces.
Keep this book in Ihe Laundry tnformo-
tion Center with your “Laundry Guide.”
SOles slip and warranty.
There 1s no warranty registration to return. Proof-of-purchase Is otj
that 1s required for In-warranty service
Model and
Serial Numbers here
Model Number
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Purchase Date
Serv,ce 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...
. 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.
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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 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
PARTS AND FEATURES
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES~
SAFETY FIRST.
STARTING YOUR WASHER.
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WHAT HAPPENS IN EACH
CYCLE
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OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS. 10
For a Rinse and Spin 10
ForaDrainandSpin ,,,.,., 10
For a Soak or Pre-Wash 10
Liquid Bleach Dispenser 11
MAGIC CLEAN ’ Filter 11
CARING FOR YOUR WASHER.. 12
Winterizing 13
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE. 14
I. Before Calling for
Assistance 14
2. If You Need Assistance. 15
3. If You Need Service 15
4. If You Have a Problem 15
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Before starting
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vour washer
1 Measure and add detergent
2 Place sorted load In washer
3 Start washer
Select a
1. LOAD SIZE
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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).
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level
for best permanent press results.
Select WATER
2.
TEMPERATURES
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Match the wash and rinse water
temperatures to the type of fabrics
and solIs being washed
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This drawing shows a warm wash
(top temperature) and cold rinse
(bottom temperature) selection
Recommended wash temperatures
can be found in your “Laundry Guide”.
LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS
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.
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DO NOT
OVERLOAD WASHER.
‘Approximate 1
fill with load.
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LARGE
EiSMALL (9.5 galsI36.0 L)”
(17.3 galsJ65.5 L)’
(14.7 gaW55.7 L)’
(12.1 galsI45.8 L)’
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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