Recommended Wash Speeds; What Happens In Each Cycle - Whirlpool LA7700XW Use And Care Manual

Operating Instructions
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Recommended wash speeds
To select the best cycle for your wash load, see the descriptions on pages 7-9.
The following speed selections are recommended for better fabric care.
AGITATION/SPIN
SPEED
USED FOR COMMENTS
LOW/LOW Delicate fabrics or bulky
knits that are easily
wrinkled
l
Gentle cleaning for
light soils
l
Minimizes wrinklino
LOW/HIGH Delicate fabrics
l
Gentle cleaning for light
soils
l
Shortens drying times
HIGH/LOW Permanent press,
synthetics
l
Removes heavier soils
l
Minimizes wrinkling
HIGH/HIGH Sturdy cottons, blends
l
Removes heavier soils
. Shortens drying times
What happens in each
cycle
Each cycle has different agitation and NOTE: In some cycles, you may hear
spin speeds designed for different the sound of water spraying on the
kinds of fabrics. spinning load to help with rinsing.
When the Cycle Control Knob is set
to a number and pulled out, the wash-
er fills before agitation and timing
starts. After agitation starts, the knob
turns clockwise until it points to OFF
and the cycle ends.
The washer will pause briefly
throughout each cycle. These pauses
are normal for washer operation.
Gentle Wash System
For better fabric care in the REGULAR
and PERMANENT PRESS Cycles, the
agitation speed is reduced during the
last few minutes of wash agitation
time.