Whirlpool LTE5243BN0, LTE5243BN1, LTE5243BN2, LTE5243BW0, LTE5243BW1 Owner’s Manual

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UseAndCare

A Note ToYou 2

Understanding Safety

Getting To Know

Your Washer/Dryer

Operating Your

Washer

Operating Your Dryer

Caring For Your Washer/Dryer

Laundry Tips If You Need

Assistance Or Service

Warranty 36

1-800-253-1301

Call us with questions or comments.

THIN TWIN" AUTOMATIC WASHER/DRYER

A Note To You

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool ® appliance. You have purchased a quality, world-classhome appliance.Years ofengineeringexperience have

gone intoitsmanufacturing.To ensure manyyears of trouble-free operation,we have developed this Use and Care Guide. It isfull ofvaluable informationon howto operate and maintainyour

appliance properlyandsafely. Please read itcarefully.Also, please complete and mail the Owner- ship RegistrationCard providedwith yourappliance. This will help us notifyyouabout any new

informationon your appliance.

Your safety is important to us.

This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attentionto these symbols and follow any instructionsgiven.Here is a briefexplanationofthe use of each symbol.

This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury, burns, fire

and electricalshock.

This symbolwillhelp you avoidactions

whichcould cause productdamage (scratches,dents, etc.) and damage

toyour personalproperty.

Our Consumer Assistance Center number, 1-800-253-1301, is

toll-free 24 hours a day.

ifyou have a questionconcerningyour appliance'soperation, or ifyou need service,first see =If You Need AssistanceOr Service" on page 33. If you need further help, call us. When calling,you

will need to knowyour appliance's complete model numberand serial number.You can find this

informationon the model and serial numberlabel (see diagram on page 6). For your convenience,

we have includeda handy place below foryou to recordthese numbers, the purchase date from the salesslip and your dealer's name and telephone number. Keepthis book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date

Dealer Name Dealer Phone

Understanding Safety

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury or

loss of life.

-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

• Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons

when using your washer/dryer, follow basic precautions, including

the following:

• Read all instructionsbefore usingyour

THIN "I'WIN®washer/dryer.

• Do not machinewash or machine dry

itemscleaned, washed, soaked in, or spottedwith wax, paint, gasoline,oil, dry

cleaningsolvents,or otherflammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard

or explosion.Always handwash and line dry items containingthese materials.

• Flammable fluids (dry-cleaningsolvents,

kerosene, gasoline,etc.) shouldnot be used or stored in or near yourwasher/ dryer. Do notadd flammable fluids to your

wash water. These substancesgive off vapors that can create a fire hazard or

explosion.

• Do notallowchildrento operate, play with,

or crawl on or insideyour washer/dryer. Supervise childrencloselywhen your

washer/dryer is used near them.

• Beforeyourwasher/dryer is removed from

service or discarded, remove the lid and

doorto prevent accidentalentrapment.

• After starting a cycle, donot reach intothe

basket unlessthewasher Cycle Control Knob is pushed in and allmotionstops.

• Do notreach into yourdryer if the drum is moving.

• Do notdry rubber, rubber-like,or heat-

sensitivematerials withheat.

• Do nottamper with the controls.

• Ifyour hotwater has not been used recently(usually2 weeks or longer),

hydrogengases may build up inyour

water heater and your hotwater pipes.

HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. To preventinjury or damage, beforeusing

yourwasher/dryer, turnon all hotwater faucets and allow water torun forseveral

minutes. This will allow gases to escape.

Do not smoke or use any open flame near

yourfaucet while itisopen.

Please ...

• Installand level washer/dryer in a well-

ventilated room and ona floor that can supportthe weight.*

• Connect washer/dryer to the correct

3-prongoutlet, electricalsupply, water supply,and drain.*

• Ground washer/dryer properly.*

• Have only a qualifiedperson install,

repair, or replace partson washer/dryer.

• Protectwasher/dryerfrom the weather

and keep itwhere the temperature is above 45°F (7°C).

• Maintain washer/dryerproperly.

• Use only fabric softeners specifically

labeled as not being harmfulto the dryer.

• Do not allowlintto buildup insidethe

dryeror exhaust system. Cleaning should be done periodicallyby a qualified

person.

• Clean lintscreen before or after each

load.

• Do not letdust, lint, paper, rags, chemi- cals, etc. pile up aroundor under your

washer/dryer.

*See the Installation Instructions.

-SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS-

Understanding your responsibilities

• Unplug the powersupply cord or turnoff

electrical power before attemptingto serviceyour washer/dryer. Shut offgas

valve ifyou have a gas washer/dryer.

• Do not wash or dry items that are soiled withvegetable or cookingoil. These items may contain some oilafter laundering.

Due to the remainingoil, the fabric may smoke or catch fire by itself.

• Store flammable solvents orfluids away from your washer/dryer.

• Dry cleaningsolventsor fluidsshould

never be put directlyintoyour washer/ dryer.

• Store detergent, laundryaids and other

materialsin a cool,dry place where childrencannot reach them (in a locked

cabinet ifpossible).

• Read and follow instructionson packages

of detergent and laundryaids, especially warningsand precautions.

• Do notusechlorine bleachand ammonia or acids (suchas vinegar or rust remover)

in the same wash. Hazardous fumes can

form.

• Unplug power supplycordbefore attempt- ingto serviceyour washer/dryer.

• Do not machine wash or dry fiberglass

materials. Small particles can stick to the fabrics in following loads and cause skin

irritation.

• Never operate your washer/dryer if:

-it is notworking right (i.e. noisy, too hot).

-it is damaged.

-parts are missing.

-all panels are notin place.

-the lintscreen is loose, damaged, or missing.

• Be sure thatyourwasher/dryer:

-is properlyconnectedto fuel and exhaust systems(gas dryers must be vented outdoors).*

-is not installedagainstdraperies or curtains,or on carpet.*

-is usedonly for jobs normallyexpected ofa home washer/dryer.

-is not usedbyanyone unableto operate itproperly.

*See the InstallationInstructions.

-SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS-

Getting To Know Your

Washer/Dryer

The parts and features of yourTHIN TWIN®washer/dryer are illustratedin this section.Become

familiarwith all parts and features beforeusingyour washer/dryer.

Model and serial

number label

Dryer drum

Lint screen

Optional exhaust

outlet

Washer conbols Lid instructions

Agitatol

Basket

Other features not shown:

Automatic dryness control End of cycle signal Manual clean lint filter (inside agitator)

Dryer controls

Tub

End of cycle signal

Your dryer soundsa signalto letyou know

when the selected cycle is finished. The

signal cannot be adjusted or turned off.

The signal is helpful when drying perma-

nent press, synthetics, and other items that should be taken out as soon as the dryer

stops tumbling.

Operating Your Washer

In This Section

Page

Before starting your washer .............................. 7

Starling or stopping your washer ..................... 7

SelecUng a load size .......................................... 7

SeleclJng wash-rinse temperatures .................. 8

Operating yourwasher properlyensures maximum washingefficiency.This section givesyou

importantinformationto help you toselect a cycle, time, and temperaturefor your wash load.

SelecUng a cycle and Urne .............................. 8

Using rinse and spin ...................................... 10

Using drain and spin ..................................... 10

What happens in each cycle ......................... 11

Page

Before starting your washer

Add measured detergent. Then place asorted NOTE: Ifyour washer/dryer has a Consumer

loadin the washer beforestarting. See page 20 Features Guide, remove it and place it in your

for additional=Beforeyou wash or dry" Use and Care Guide. information.

Starting or stopping your washer

Starting your washer:

1. Select loadsize and water temperatures.

2. Push in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise. Stop when the indicatoron the

knob'souter ringpointsto the number in the wash cycleyou want. The numbers are

minutesof wash time.

3. Pullout the Cycle Control Knob.

Refer to pages8-10 for additionalinformation to helpyou makeselections.

Stopping and restarting your washer:

• To stopthe washer at any time, pushin the

Cycle ControlKnob.

• To restartthe washer, close the lid(if neces-

sary) and pull out the CycleControl Knob.

Selecting a load size

Position the LoadSize Selector at the setting

that correspondsto the size loadyou want to

wash. Select a loadsize based uponthe size of the load and the fabric you are washing. See

pages 20-21 for additionalloadinginformation.

To changethe load size settingafter the

washer has startedto fill, move the Selector to

RESET, then to the desired newsetting.

Load size tips

• Items should move freely in the washer. Do notoverload the machineor select a load size

that is toosmall for the wash load.

• Use a large load size settingfor best results

with permanent pressclothes.

• Reduce wash time when usinga smallload size setting. Loadswith only a few small items

need less wash time.

Selecting wash-rinse temperatures

Match the water temperatureto the type of fabric and soilsbeing washed. The top tempera-

ture is the wash water and the bottom tempera- ture is the rinsewater.

Water temperature tips

• Use warm wash water withthe Permanent

Press and Delicate cycles.

• Always use cold rinse water for permanent

pressfabrics.

• For heavilysoiled permanent pressor knit

clothes, prewash or presoak before washing in warm water.

See the =Water usageguide"on page 25 for

more information.

Selecting a cycle and time

You will find information you need to help you

make correct cycle selectionsin this section.

• Pages 9-10: Use the information on these pages to guide you when selecting awash cycle and time.

• Page 11: Use this page to help you under- stand what happens during a wash cycle.

Regular cycle

The Regular cycle features the Gentle Wash system and highspin speeds to shorten drying

time.

• Use HEAVY, 12 minutesof wash time, to clean sturdily-constructedcottonand linen

fabrics that are heavily soiled.

• Use NORMAL, 8 minutesof wash time, to

clean cottonand linenfabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled.

Permanent Press cycle

The Permanent Press cycle features the Gentle Wash system, a cool-downrinse, and

low spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.

• Use 10 minutesof wash time to clean

permanent press and some syntheticfabrics thatare moderatelysoiled.

• Use 6 minutesofwash time to clean perma-

nent press and somesyntheticsthatare lightlysoiled.

NOTE; The washer pauses brieflyduringthe wash cycle. This isnormal for washer

operation.

Delicate cycle

The Delicate cycle features a reducedagitation speed for gentle soil removal. Low spin speeds

reducewrinkling.

• Use 8 minutes ofwash time to clean delicate

itemsand washable knitsthat are moderately

soiled.

• Use 6 minutes of wash time to clean delicate items and washable knits that are lightly

soiled.

Soak cycle The Soak cycle features brief periods of

agitationand soak time to help remove heavy soilsand stains that need pretreatment.

• Use warm water when soaking laundry.(Hot water can set stains.)See pages 22-24 for

stain removal information.

• Use the amountof detergent or presoak additive recommended by manufacturer.

• After the Soak cycle ends, add detergent and set a new wash cycle.

Regular cycle

Permanent press cycle

Delicate cycle

Soak cycle

Pre-Wash

Pre-Wash features a briefperiodof highspeed agitationto help removeheavy soilsand stains

that need pretreatment.

• Use warm water for prewashingstained

laundry. (Hot water can set stains.) See pages 22-24 for stain removal information.

• After Pre-Wash ends, add detergent and set

a new wash cycle.

Super Wash cycle Super Wash automaticallyprewashesthe

laundryand advances into the Regular wash cycle. (The washer does notneed to be reset

after the Super Wash cycle.) Use thiscycle when washing heavily soiledloads that need

maximumsoil removal.

• For proper cleaning, use doublethe amount of detergent recommended for a wash cycle.

NOTE: The machine pauses duringSuper

Wash. This is normalfor washer operation.

Using rinse and spin

When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes,or washing special-care items, you

may want an extra rinseand spin.

1. Push Cycle Control Knobin and turn

clockwiseto RINSE, as illustrated.

2. PullCycle Control Knob out. The washer

fills to selected loadsize, agitates,drains, and spins.

Pr_,wuh

Super wash cycle

Using drain and spin

A drain and spin may help shorten drying times

for some heavy fabrics or special-care items

by removing excess water.

1. Push Cycle Control Knob in and turn clockwise to SPIN, as illustrated.

2. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer drains, and then spins.

What happens in each cycle

When the Cycle Control Knobis set to a number and pulledout,the washer fills (to the

selected load size) before agitationand timing start. The washerwill beginagitating immedi-

ately after filling; agitation can occur with the washer lid up or down. After agitationstarts,

the Cycle Control Knob turns clockwiseuntilit pointsto OFF and the cycle ends.

The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These pauses are normal for washer

operation.

NOTE: A Gentle Wash systemhelps protect

yourfabrics by reducingwash agitationspeed

duringthe last few minutesof wash agitationin

the Regularand Permanent Press cycles.

WASH

Fill

Wash*

°Agital_onspeedisreducedinthe last few

minutesof mostcycles.This provides betterfabric care.

_j Drain (or partialdrain*)

*The Permanent Press cycle partially

drains, fills, agitates briefly, and drains.

_[_ Spin

No agitation

RINSE

Fill

Rinse

_ Drain-No agitation

_ Spin-Spray rinse

Spin

U Off

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