Whirlpool LT5000XSW1, LT5000XSW2, LT5000XSW3, LT5004XSW1, LT5004XSW2 Owner’s Manual

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WASHER • DRYER

Electdc Models LT5000XS

LT5004XS

Gas Model

LT5100XS

Microwave Ovens,TrashCompactors, RoomAir Conditioners, Oehumtdifiers, Automatic Washers, Clothes Dryers, Freezers, Refrigeral

LL Parts and features

MODEL AND SERIAL

NUMBER PLATE LINT SCREEN

-- DRYERDRUM

WASHERCONTROLS

DRYERCONTROLS

WASHER LID LATCH OPTIONAL EXHAUST

OUTLET

LINT FILTER [Not Shown]

BASKET

AGITATOR

TUB

Remove the Consumer

Buy Guide label. Itwill be easier to remove before the

washerodryer is used.

You should wipe out the washer basket and dryer drum with a clamp cloth be- fore 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 informa-

tion ready:

t. 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 war-

ranty and sales slip together in a

handy place.

Please complete and mail

the Owner Reglstratlon Card furnlshed wlth thls product.

Model Number

Serial Number

Purchase Date

Service Company PhoneNumber

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Contents Page

PARTSANDFEATURES....... 2

BEFORE USING YOUR

WASHER.DRYER ............. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS .............. d WASHER OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS .............. 6

Starting Your Washer ....... 6

What Happens in Each

Cycle ................... 8

OTHER OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS .............. 12

For a Rinse and Spin ....... 12

For a Drain and Spin ....... 12 For a Soak or Pre-Wash .... 12

Cleaning the Lint Filter ..... 13

DRYER OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS .............. 13

Starting Your Dryer ......... 13

Automatic Cycles ......... 14

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Timed Drying .............. 15

Selecting a Cycle ......... 15

Gentle Heat ............... 15

DRYING TIPS ................ 16

FLUFFAIR Setting ........... 16

TUMBLEPRESS®Setting ..... 16

Mixed Loads .............. 16

Drying Times .............. 16

Automatic DRI-MISER®

Control .................. 16

LINT SCREEN ................ 17

LINT REMOVAL ............... 17 CARING FOR YOUR

WASHER.DRYER ............. 18

Cleaning Dryer Interior .... 18

Vacation Care ............ 19

Winterizing ................ 19

IF YOU NEED SERVICE OR

ASSISTANCE ................ 20

WASHER WARRANTY ........ 24

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Before using your

THIN TWIN* washer.dryer

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 immediately after drying.

Important safety instructions

_ WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or

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

NEVER wash or dry items cleanec _,

was_ed, soaked in or spotted with wax,

paint, gasoline, or flammable fluids in

the washer. The fumes can create o FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION. ALWAYS

hand launder and air dry fabrics con- taining these materials.

NEVER allow children to operate, pla_ ' with, or crawl inside the washer/dryer

Close supervision of children is neces- sary when the washer/dryer is used

near children. When discarding an old washer/dryer,

ALWAYS remove the lid and door I_o prevent accidental entrapmer_t.

NEVER reach into the washer/dryer unr! all the motion stops. If the lid is opened

while the washer basket is spinning, the basket will automatically stop Jr,a te_: seconds.

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 re-

placed by a qualified person. NEVER use or store flammable fluids

(dry cleaning solvents, gasoline, ker- osene) 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.

injury to persons when using your washer/dryer, follow

basic precautions, including the following:

Use only dryer fabric softeners specifi- cally labeled as not being harmful to

the dryer.

FIRE HAZARD and DAMAGE to mate-

rials 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

InstructJons_'

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -

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Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities

ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before

leaving on vacation. ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord

before attempting to service the wash- er/dryer. Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is a

gas dryer.

• FOR YOUR SAFETY •

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 vin- egar 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

aids - especially warnings and

precautions,

NEVER operate the washer/dryer if...

• it is not working right.

• it is damaged.

• parts are missing.

• all panels are not in place.

You are personally responsible for making sure that your washerldryer:

• is properly maintained.

• is properly installed and leveled in a well ventilated room on a floor that

can support the weight.*

• 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 dam-

age the washer.

• is connected to the proper electrical supply, outlet, water supply, plumbing fixtures, drain, and dryer exhausting system.*

• is not installed against drapes or curtains.*

• is used only for jobs normally ex-

pected of home automatic washer/ dryers.

*Refer to the "Installation Instructions"

for complete information.

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Washer operating instructions

Starting Your Washer

a sorted load in the washer before starting it.

Be sure to measure and add detergent, then place

Select

1. Select a LOAD SIZE

2. WATER TEMPERATURES

• Turn the knob to point at a setting

that describes the size of load you want to wash.

• 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

• Match the wash water temperature to the type of fabrics and soils being

washed.

Recommended wash temperatures can be found in your "Laundry

Guide:'

(11,3 gal./42.7 L)T'--

+'+ liar

MED

To hold the washer lid up, lift the

lid until it snaps past the latch.

To release the lid, push the lid

latch up.

Select CYCLE and WASH TIME;

3. Start the washer

A. Push in the Control Knob and

turn itto the right. It must be pushed in and turned only

clockwise.

Co 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 min- utes of wash time. The drawing shows 8 minutes of agitation in the REGULARNORMAL Cycle.

D°

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

Control Knob.

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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

I FILLII WASHI i WAS"

toilll ill lOSelected Minutes Minutes

I Level II!'1 High IWl Low

j j-j Speed I--I Speed

A cycle for sturdily con-

structed fabrics that are heavily soiled.

REGULAR NORMAL Cycle

START _ 10 6

REGULAR/

A cycle for sturdily con- structed fabrics that are

moderately soiled.

PERMANENT PRESS C vcle

off Io 6 Pus_ STOP

PERMANENT

PRESS

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A special cycle with the necessary cool-down rinse which helps keep

wrinkles from setting into Permanent Press and

some synthetic fabrics.

DRAIN

Agitation

DRAIN

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