Whirlpool LA5300XS Use & Care Manual
Whirlpool LA5300XS Use & Care Manual

Whirlpool LA5300XS Use & Care Manual

Large capacity

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AUTOMATIC
WASHER
Large Capacity
Model
LA53ooxs
hcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. horn Au Condltroners. Dehumldiflers.
Automatic Washers. Clothes Drvers. Freezers. Refrwerator-

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  • Page 1 AUTOMATIC WASHER Large Capacity Model LA53ooxs hcrowave Ovens. Trash Compactors. horn Au Condltroners. Dehumldiflers. Automatic Washers. Clothes Drvers. Freezers. Refrwerator-...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. Starting Your Washer ..What Happens in Each Cycle OTHER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.. For a Rinse and Spin . 01987 Whirlpool Corporation Parts and features LOAD LAUNDRY CYCLE ZNTER KNOB Copy your Model and Serial Numbers here...
  • Page 3 Addifional Safety Instructions store detergent, laundry aids ALWAYS and other materials in a cool, dry place where children can’t reach them- in a locked cabinet if possible. read and follow instructions ALWAYS on packages of detergent and laun- dry aids - especially warnings and precautions.
  • Page 4: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions Starting Your Washer Be sure to measure and add detergent, a sorted load in fhe washer . Select a LOAD SIZE Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash. The water level can be set for EX SMALL (a few items), MED or LARGE (a full load).
  • Page 5 Start the washer Push in the Control Knob and turn it to the right. It must be pushed in and turned only clockwise. Start the washer by pulling out 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 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.
  • Page 7 NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. In some cycles, cold water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing.
  • Page 8 A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items. SHORT Cycle Use for delicate items that need a short wash and spin time. Wash nylon hose or panty hose in a net laundry bag.
  • Page 9 -1.- 1’ 1 I’ 1 Cycle Special care is needed when soaking or pre-washing laundry. See your “Laundry Guide” for proper use of this cycle.
  • Page 10: Other Operating Instructions

    Other operating instructions For a rinse and spin You may need an extra rinse and spin for heavily soiled loads which need more detergent. (Extra detergent can require an extra rinse.) Push Control Knob in. 2. Turn clockwise to any on the dial.
  • Page 11: Cleaning The Lint Filter

    Cleaning the lint filter Clean filter after every load for best filtering results. NOTE: The load type will vary the amount of lint build-up. To ciean: Lift off the agitator barrel. 2. Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barrel.
  • Page 12: Caring For Your Washer

    Caring for your washer keep both WHEN NOT WASHING, water faucets turned off, this takes the pressure off the water inlet valve and hoses. such as REMOVE SHARP OBJECTS pins, buckles, etc., from clothes before washing. Close metal zippers. use a soft dry cloth to AFTER WASHING, wipe the outside and inside dry.
  • Page 13: Winterizing

    Winterizing Because some water stays in the washer, freezing can cause a lot of damage. If your washer is during the cold weather... stored or moved Shut off both water 2. Put a quart of faucets. Disconnect automotive-type and drain water antifreeze in the inlet hoses.
  • Page 14: If You Need Service Or Assistance

    If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these five steps: 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 into a live circuit with the proper voltage?
  • Page 15 Whirlpool appliance. *If you must call or write, please pro- vide: model number, serial number, date of purchase, and a complete description of the problem.
  • Page 16 United States, a different contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor GEARCASE ASSEMBLY COVERED BY YOUR WARRANTY Part No. 3349112 01987 Whirlpool Corporation WILL PAY FOR parts and repair labor to defects in materials orworkmanship. must be provided by a franchised company.

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