Whirlpool LA8400XW, LA8100XW User Manual
Temperature selector
del and serial
Manual clean
lint filter
(inside agitator)
(model LA8lOOXW)
MAGIC CLEAN”
lint filter
(not shown)
(model LA8400XW)
LARGECAPACITYONESPEED
AUTOMATICWASHERS
LA8100XW LA8400XW
Contents
Page
Important Safety
Instructions.. 3
Operating Instructions
Starting your washer
What happens in each cycle
Other Operating Instructions
Rinse and spin 9
Drain and spin 9
Soak cycle . 9
MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter 10
Manual clean lint filter IO
If You Need Service Or
Assistance. 10
Whirlpool Automatic
Washer Warranty. 12
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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.
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Copy model and serial numbers
from plate (under lid near hinge) and
the purchase date from the sales slip.
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Keep this book, the Laundry Guide
and the sales slip logether in a
handy place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
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:
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Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball,
then remove.
or
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Soak area with liquid hand dishwashing detergent before removing glue as
described above.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing
alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasrve
cleaners. These can damage the finish.
See “Important Safety Instructions” on
page 3.
Important Safety Instructions
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Read all instructions before
using the washer. recently (usually 2 weeks or
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NEVER wash items cleaned,
washed, soaked in or spotted with
wax, paint, gasoline, or flammable
fluids in the washer. The fumes
can create a FIRE HAZARD or
EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand
launder and air dry fabrics containing these materials.
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NEVER allow children to operate,
play with, or crawl inside the
washer. Close supervision of
children is necessary when the
washer is used near children.
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When discarding an old washer,
ALWAYS remove the lid to prevent
accidental entrapment.
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NEVER put your hands into the
washer until all motion stops. If the
lid is opened while the basket is
spinning, the basket will automatitally stop in a few seconds.
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DO NOT tamper with controls.
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NEVER use or store flammable
fluids (dry-cleaning solvents,
kerosene) in or near your washer.
DO NOT add flammable fluids to
the wash water. These substances
give off vapors that can create a
FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
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If hot water has not been used
longer), hydrogen gases may build
up in the water heater and the hot
water pipes. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. 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.
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You are responsible for mak-
ing 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 wherethe temperature
will not fall below freezing.
*See the Installation Instructions.
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities
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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.
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ALWAYS read and follow instructions
on packages of detergent and laundry
aids - especially warnings and
precautions.
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HAZARDOUS FUMES can be
formed if chlorine bleach is used in
the same wash as ammonia or acids
such as vinegar or rust remover.
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ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord before attempting to service
the washer.
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DO NOT machine wash glass fiber
materials. Small particles can stick to
fabrics washed in following loads and
cause skin irritation.
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You are responsible for making
sure that your washer:
- is used only for jobs normally ex-
pected of home automatic washers.
- is not run by children or anyone
unable to operate it properly.
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Operating Instructions
The drawings In this book may vary slighlly from your washer model. They are
designed to show the different features of all the models covered by this book.
NOTE: Your model may not include all the features shown.
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
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Position the Load Size Selector at the
setting that describes the size of load
you want to wash.
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The selector can be set for SMALL
(a few small items) or LARGE
(a full load).
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 LARGE
water level.
Reduce wash time when using
SMALL water level setting. Loads with
only a few small items need less wash
time for best results.
2. Select water temperature
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Match the water temperature to the
type of fabric and soils being washed.
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The top temperature is the wash
selection and the bottom temperature
is the rinse selection.
NOTE: Use warm water with the
PERMANENT PRESS or SHORT
Cycles.
For heavily soiled permanent press
or knit clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak
before washing in warm water.
ALWAYS use cold rinse water for
permanent press fabrics.
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