Whirlpool LA8800XS Use & Care Manual

Automatic washer super capacity variable three speed

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AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Super Capacity
Variable Three Speed
Model
LA88OOXS
hers. Clothes Dryen.
Freezers. Relriaenlor-Freezer,
Ice Makers. Dirhuarhm.
Buill-In Owe
and Surlsce Umls. Ranpes, Microwave
Ovens. Trash ComPaClC

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  • Page 1 hers. Clothes Dryen. Freezers. Relriaenlor-Freezer, Ice Makers. Dirhuarhm. AUTOMATIC WASHER Super Capacity Variable Three Speed Model LA88OOXS Buill-In Owe and Surlsce Umls. Ranpes, Microwave Ovens. Trash ComPaClC...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INSTRUCTIONS. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. Starting Your Washer What Happens in Each Cycle OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. Extra Rinse Option For a Rinse and Spin 01988 Whirlpool Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY SIZE INFORMATION TEMPERATURE SELECTOR Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...
  • Page 3: Instructions

    Additional Safety Instructions ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids other materials in a cool, place where children can’t reach them - in a locked cabinet if possible. ALWAYS read and follow instructions on packages of detergent and laun- dry aids - especially warnings precautions.
  • Page 4: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, a sorted load in the washer . Select a LOAD SIZE Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. Set the knob anywhere on or be- tween EX SMALL (a few small items]...
  • Page 5 Start the washer Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed and turned only clockwise. Start the washer by pulling the Control Knob. The washer will fill to the level you set with wash water of the selected temper- ature.
  • Page 6: What Happens In Each Cycle

    What Happens in Each Cycle* Each cycle has different agitation and spin speeds kinds of fabrics. Numbers on the dial in each cycle agitation time. When the Cycle Control Knob is set to Q number before agitation and timing starts. After agitation until it points to OFF and the cycle ends.
  • Page 7 You may hear the sound of water spraying NOTE: cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed the rinsing. Gentle Wash System For better fabric core in the REGULAR and PERMANENT PRESS cycles, the agitation speed is reduced during the lost few minutes of wash time. Extra Rinse repeats FILL, RINSE, DRAIN and SPIN.
  • Page 8 PERMANENT PRESS LIGHT Cycle A cycle designed lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. KNITS/GENTLE NORMAL Cycle KNITS GENTLE A cycle that gently washes and spins moder- ately soiled delicate items and washable knits.
  • Page 9 NOTE: Always use cold rinse WASH for permanent press fabrics. Speed SPIN SPIN High Speed Speed 1 Spray Rinse water...
  • Page 10 SOAK and PRE-WASH Cycles Brief periods and soak time help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. mended detergent additive. should lowed SUPER WASH Cycle Use for washing soiled loads that require REGULAR maximum Double detergent when using the SUPER WASH Cycle.
  • Page 11 Pre-wash setting begins here, (see page 13). Special care is needed when soaking See your “Laundry Guide” The washer will proceed PARTIAL REFILL DRAIN REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle. Selected want a different Agitation Level SUPER WASH, push in the cycle control knob, turn to the cycle time you want, pull knob out to start.
  • Page 12: Other Operating Instructions

    Other operating instructions Extra rinse option (automatic) For an automatic extra rinse in the REGULAR HEAVY or REGULAR NORMAL Cycles: Flip the Extra Rinse button to the “ON” position before the REGULAR Cycle starts. The washer will automatically proceed into the extra rinse and spin after the REGULAR Cycle.
  • Page 13: For A Soak Or Pre-Wash

    For a soak or pre-wash For best results, use warm water for soaking or pre-washing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. with agitation, ‘To start soak or pre-wash must point to a number Liquid bleach dispenser Always measure bleach. Do not guess.
  • Page 14: Fabric Softener Dispenser

    Liquid fabric softener dispenser 1. Add detergent and load to the basket. 2. Add liquid fabric softener to the dispenser using the amount recom- mended on the bottle. 3. Avoid dripping or spilling any fabric softener on the load. MAGIC CLEAN” lint filter The lint filter in your washer cleans drained away...
  • Page 15: Caring For Your Washer

    Caring for your washer WHEN NOT WASHING, keep both water faucets turned off, this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS such as pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers. SOME PRETREATMENT PRODUCTS can damage washer and dryer dials, con- soles and finishes.
  • Page 16: Winterizing

    Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer stored or moved during the cold weather... 1. Shut off both water 2. Put a quart of R.V. faucets. Disconnect or automobile and drain water antifreeze inlet hoses.
  • Page 17: If You Need Service Or Assistance

    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any kind. If your washer does not fill: Is the power supply cord plugged...
  • Page 18 Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appliance. replacement parts will fit right and work right, because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build...
  • Page 19 Notes...
  • Page 20: Washer Warranty

    God or use of products not approved E. Any labor costs during the limited warranties. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE- QUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow incidental or consequential damages not apply to you.

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