Whirlpool LT5000XS User Manual

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Parts and features

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\ MODEL AND SERIAL

- LINT SCREEN

- DRYER DRUM
/ WASHER CONTROLS

NUMBER PLATE

DRYER CONTROLS
WASHER LID LATCH
OPTIONAL EXHAUST

OUTLET
LINT FILTER

(Not Shown)
BASKET
AGITATOR

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Remove the Consumer
Buy Guide label. It will be
easier to remove before the
washeredryer is used.

You should wipe out the
washer basket and dryer
drum 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 informa­tion ready:

1. Complete Model and Serial

Numbers (from the plate located
as shown).

2. Purchase date from sales slip.

Copy this information in these
spaces. Keep this book, your war­ranty and sales slip together in a
handy place.

Please complete and mail

the Owner Registration Card
turnlshed with thls product.

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Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company Phone Number

Contents

PARTS AND FEATURES
BEFORE USING YOUR
WASHER*DRYER .

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS .
WASHER OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS . . .

Starting Your Washer
What Happens in Each

Cycle . . .
OTHER OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS . . .

For a Rinse and Spin .
For a Drain and Spin
For a Soak or Pre-Wash
Cleaning the Lint Filter

DRYER OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS . . .

Starting Your Dryer
Automatic Cycles .

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Timed Drying

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Selecting a Cycle
Gentle Heat . .

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DRYING TIPS . .

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FLUFF AIR Setting . .
TUMBLE PRESS@ Setting .
Mixed Loads . .

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Drying Times . . .

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Automatic DRI-MISER@

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Control . .

LINT SCREEN

LINT REMOVAL. .

CARING FOR YOUR

WASHER-DRYER . . . . .

Cleaning Dryer Interior .

Vacation Care . .

Winterizing . . . . .

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE . . . . .

WASHER WARRANTY . . .

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Before using your
THIN TWIN* washeredryer

For best washing and drying results, you must take some very important

steps before, during and after each load:

1.

Prepare and sort each load for washing, (see your “Laundry Guide”).

2. Measure and add detergent or soap to washer, [see your “Laundry
Guide”].

3. Load the washer properly, (see your “Laundry Guide”].

4. Select the water temperature, load size and cycle recommended for
the fabrics before starting the washer, (see pages 6 and 7).

5. Add other laundry aids to the washer according to instructions,
[see your “Laundry Guide”).

6. Properly sort the load for drying, (see your “Laundry Guide”).

7. Select the right drying cycle and time for the fabrics, (see pages 14-16).

8. Remove and hang or fold items lmmedlately after drying.

Important safety instructions

WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons when using your washer/dryer, follow
basic precautions, including the following:

Read these laundry Instructions for important use and
safety information before using your washer/dryer.

NEVER wash or dry items cleanec,
wasned, soaked in or spotted with wax,
paint, gasoline, or flammaole fluids in
the washer. The fumes can create c
FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS
hand launder and air dry fabrics cors­taining these materials.

NEVER allow children to operate, pla;

wrth, or crawl inside the washer/dryer
Close supervision of children is necec-­sary when the washer/dryer is usea
near children.

When discarding an old washerlaryer,
ALWAYS remove the lid and door To
prevent accidental entrapmer-t

NEVER reach into the washer/dryer unt:!
all the motion stops. If the lid IS opened
while the washer basket is spinning, the
basket will automatically stop in a feM
secondi.

DO NOT install or store washer/dryer
where it will be exposed to the weather.

DO NOT tamper with the controls.
You are personally responsible for

making sure that your washer/dryer is
Installed, repaired and parts re­placed by a qualified person.

NEVER use or store flammable fluids
(dry cleaning solvents, gasoline, ker­osene) in or near your washer/dryer. Do

not add flammable fluids to the wash
water, The substances give off vapors
that can create a FIRE HAZARD or
EXPLOSION.

use only dryer fabric softeners specifi­cally labeled as not being harmful to
the dryer

FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to mate­rials can result from:

* drying rubber, rubber-like and heat

sensitive materials with heat.

. allowing lint to build-up inside the

dryer or exhaust system - cleaning
should be done by a qualified
person.

Clean lint screen before or after each
load.

WARNING: If hot water has not been

used recently (usually two weeks or

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 sev-

eral minutes. This will allow gases to es-

cape. Do not smoke or use any open

flame near the faucet while it is open.
DO NOT let dust, paper, rags, chem-

icals, etc. pile up around or under the
washer/dryer.

The washer/dryer must be electrically
grounded. See the “Installation
Instructions:

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Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities

ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before NEVER operate the washer/dryer if...

leaving on vacation.

ALWAYS

unplug the power supply cord

before attempting to service the wash­er/dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is a
gas dryer.

l FOR YOUR SAFETY l

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1. OPEN WINDOWS.

2. DON’T TOUCH ELECTRICAL SWITCHES.

3. EXTINGUISH ANY OPEN FLAME.

4. IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR GAS

SUPPLIER.

DO NOT machine wash glass fiber

materials, Small particles can stick to
fabrics washed in following loads
and cause skin irritation.

HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if

chlorine bleach is used in the same
wash as ammonia or acids such as vin­egar or rust remover.

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 instructions
on packages of detergent and laundry ‘Refer to the “Installation Instructions”

aids - especially warnings and

precautions.

l it IS not working right
l it is damaged.

l parts are missing.

9 all panels are not in place.
You are personally responsible for

making sure that your washer/dryer:

l is properly maintained.
l is properly installed and leveled in a

well ventilated room on a floor that
can support the weight.*

l is located in an area where the tem-

perature is above 45°F (7.2”C)
because...

-the dryer will not operate properly
at cold temperatures.

- freezing temperatures can dam­age the washer.

l is connected to the proper electrical

supply, outlet, water supply, plumbing
fixtures, drain, and dryer exhausting
svstem.*

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l is not installed against drapes or

curtains.’

l is used only for jobs normally ex-

pected of home automatic washer/

dryers.

for complete information.

Washer operating instructions

Starting Your Washer

Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place
a sorted load in the washer before starting it.

Select

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. Select a LOAD SIZE

. WATER TEMPERATURES

l Turn the knob to point at a setting

that describes the size of load you
want to wash.

l The washer can be set for EX

SMALL, MEDIUM or LARGE loads.
Select the water level that
matches the load size.

See your “Laundry Guide” for details
on load sizes.

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.

CAUTION:
DO NOT
OVERLOAD WASHER

l Match the wash water temperature

to the type of fabrics and soils being
washed.

Recommended wash temperatures
can be found in your “Laundry
Guide.”

LARGE
(11.3 galJ42.7 L)*

MED
(8.5 galJ32.1 L)’

EX SMALL
(5.6 gal.Bl.2L)’

*Approximate fill with load.

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Select CYCLE and WASH TIME;

. Start the washer

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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.

6. Stop on a number in the cycle
you want. The numbers are min­utes of wash time. The drawing
shows 8 minutes of agitation in
the REGULAR NORMAL Cycle.

D.

To stop the washer at any time,
push in the Control Knob. To
restart the washer, pull out the
Control Knob.

What Happens in Each Cycle*

Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds designed for different

kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle are the minutes of WASH

agitation time.

When the Cycle Control Knob is set to a number and pulled out, the

washer fills before agitation and timing starts. After agitation starts, the knob

REGULAR HEAVY Cycle

A cycle for sturdily con­structed fabrics that are
heavily soiled.

REGULAR NORMAL Cycle

A cycle for sturdily con-

structed fabrics that are
moderately soiled.

PERMANENT PRESS Cycle

A special cycle with the
necessary cool-down
rinse which helps keep
wrinkles from setting
into Permanent Press and
some synthetic fabrics.

8

WASH

8

Minutes

Low

Speed

7

REFILL
COOL

DOWN