Whirlpool LT5OOOXS, LT5004XS User Manual

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Use & CareGuide
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LT5OOOXS LT5004XS LT51OOXS
Lint filter
Contents
Page Important Safety Instructions. 3
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities .
Loading Suggestions
Loading . . . 5 Load sizes and water levels 5
Washer Operating
Instructions
Starting your washer . . . 6
What happens in each cycle 7-10 Other Operating Instructions
Rinse and spin Drain and spin . Soak cycle Pre-wash cycle Cleaning the lint filter
Dryer Operating Instructions
Starting your dryer 13 The automatic cycles 14 Timed drying 15
Using FLUFF AIR . 16 Using TUMBLE PRESS 16
End-of-cycle signal 16 Lint Removal 16- 17 If You Need Service or Assistance, 18- 19
Warranty.................... 20
01989 Whirlpool Corporation
If your Thin Twin 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 rubbing alcohol or flam­mable or toxic solvents, such as acetone, gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, etc. These can damage the finish.
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent instruction labels inside the dryer.
You should wipe out the dryer drum with a damp cloth before using to
remove dust from storing or shipping.
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Thank you for buying a Whirlpool
appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided
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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 (next to dryer drum opening) and the purchase date from the sales slip.
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Keep this book, the Laundry Guide and the sales slip together in a handy place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Open windows.
2. Don’t touch electrical switches.
3. ;Qneguish any open
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4. Immediately call your gas supplier.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gas­oline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The
fumes can create a fire
hazard or explosion.

Important Safety Instructions

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or in­jury to persons when using your ThinTwin, fol­low basic precautions, including the following:
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Read these Laundry Instruc­tions for important use and safety information before using your ThinTwin.
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NEVER wash or dry items cleaned, washed, soaked in or spotted with wax, paint, gasoline or flammable fluids in the ThinTwin. 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 Thin­Twin. Close supervision of children is necessary when the ThinTwin is used near children.
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When discarding an old ThinTwin, ALWAYS remove the lid and door to prevent accidental entrapment.
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NEVER reach into the ThinTwin until all the motion stops. If the lid is
opened while the washer basket is
spinning, the basket will automati-
tally stop in a few seconds.
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DO NOT install or store ThinTwin
where it will be exposed to the weather.
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DO NOT tamper with the controls, You are responsible
for making sure that your ThinTwin is installed, repaired and parts replaced by a qualified person.
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NEVER use or store flammable fluids (dry-cleaning solvents, gasoline, kerosene) in or near your
ThinTwin. Do not add flammable
fluids to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that can create a FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION.
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Use only dryer fabric softeners
specifically labeled as not being
harmful to the dryer.
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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.
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Clean lint screen before or after each load.
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If hot water has not been used
recently (usually 2 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 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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DO NOT let dust, paper, rags, lint, chemicals, etc. pile up around or under the ThinTwin.
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The ThinTwin must be electrically grounded. See the Installation Instructions.
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Additional Safety Instructions and Your Responsibilities

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ALWAYS shut off the gas valve before leaving on vacation.
. ALWAYS unplug the power supply
cord before attempting to service the Thin Twin. Shut off GAS VALVE if yours is a gas dryer.
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DO NOT machine wash or dry glass fiber materials. Small particles can
stick to fabrics laundered in following loads and cause skin irritation.
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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 store detergent, laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry
place where children can’t reach them
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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.
NEVER operate the Thin Twin if..
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it is not working right.
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it is damaged.
- parts are missing.
- all panels are not in place.
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You are responsible for making sure that your Thin Twin:
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is properly maintained.
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is properly installed and leveled in a well ventilated room on a floor that can support the weight.’
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is located in an area where the temperature is above 45°F (7.2%) because the dryer will not operate properly at cold temperatures and freezing temperatures can damage the washer.
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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 expected of home automatic Thin Twin’s
‘Refer to the Installation Instructions for
complete information.
When not washing, keep both water faucets turned off. This takes the pres-
sure off the water inlet valve and hoses.
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MIXED LOAD 1 pair slacks
2 pillowcases
2
shirts
2 T-shirts
PERMANENT PRESS
6
shirts
-or­2 double sheets 2 pillowcases
-or­2 single sheets 2 pillowcases
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HEAVY WORK CLOTHES
3
work shirts
2 pair pants
TOWELS 9 bath towels
-or­6 bath towels 3 hand towels 6 wash cloths
KNITS 2 slacks
2
shirts
-or-
3
dresses
DELICATES 1 camisole 2 slips 2 panties 2 bras 1 nightie 1 half slip

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 teanng of load ilems.
LARGE (11.3 gals./42.7 L)’
MEDIUM
(8.5
galsJ32.1 L)’
EX SMALL (5.6 gals./21.2 L)’
*Approximate fill with load.
NOTE:
Do not overload washer,
Washer Operating Instructions
The drawings in this book may vary slightly 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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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).
NOTE: Use the LARGE water level for
best permanent press 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 wash water with the PERMANENT PRESS or KNITS/ GENTLE Cycles.
For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes, pre-wash or presoak before washing in warm water.
ALWAYS use cold rinse water for permanent press fabrics.
3. Select cycle and wash time
Start the washer
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Push in the Cycle Control Knob an turn it to the right.
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Stop on the number in the waste Cycle you want. The numbers are niinutes Of wash time.
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Start the washer by pulling out the
Cycle Control Knob. The washer fill to the selected water level with the selected wash w dter temperature. After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected nrumber of minutes.
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To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control Knob. To restart the washer, PI III out the Cycle Control Knob.
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