Whirlpool LA5710XP, LA5715XP User Manual

AUTOMATIC WASHER
Large Capacity Models LAWIOXP
and LA5715XP
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Parts and features

LOAD
SIZE
LAUNDRY
INFORMATION
CENTER
TEMPERATURE
SELECTOR
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CYCLE ONTROL
KNOB
NT FILTER
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER PLATE
(not shown)
-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.
Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here
When youneed 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. Purchase 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
Sertal Number
Service 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..
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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.’
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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
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 Liquid Bleach Dispenser 9 Cleaning the Lint Filter 9 Suds-Miser’ System
[Model LA5705XM only) 10 CARING FOR YOUR WASHER 11
IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR
ASSISTANCE 13
61985 Whirlpool Corporation

Starting your 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 on or between EX SMALL [a few items] and LARGE [a full load).
See your “Laundry Guide” for details
on load sizes.
Select WATER
2.
TEMPERATURES
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Match the wash and rinse water temperatures to the type of fabrrcs and solls berng washed
9 Thus drawing shows a warm wash
(top temperature] and cold rtnse (bottom temperature) selectron
Recommended wash temperatures con 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 For best cleaning results, the when you have less than a full load to wash
load must be able to move freely In the water Too big a load or too lrttle water can tear items
LARGE (16.9 gals./64.0 L)’
MEDIUM (13.5 gals /51.1 L)’
EX SMALL ( 9.9 gals.137.5 L)’
‘Approximate fill with load
Start the washer
3.
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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