Whirlpool LA5720XT Automatic Washer User Guide

Whirlpool LA5720XT Automatic Washer

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance. Please complete and mail the Owner Registration Card provided with this product. Then complete the form below. Have this information ready if you need service or call with a question. Copy model and serial numbers
from plate (under lid near hinge) and the purchase date from the sales slip. l Keep this book, the Laundry Guide and the sales slip together in a handy place. If your washer has a Consumer Buy Guide label, remove it. It will be easier to remove before the washer is used. To remove any remaining glue:

• Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball, then remove.
• Soak area with liquid hand dishwashing detergent before removing glue as described above.
• Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners. These can damage the finish.
• See “Important Safety Instructions” on page 3.

Important Safety Instructions

• To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your washer, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before l If hot water has not been used using the washer. recently (usually 2 weeks or
• NEVER wash items cleaned, longer), hydrogen gases may build washed, soaked in or spotted with up in the water heater and the hot wax, paint, gasoline, or flammable water pipes.
• HYDROGEN GAS IS fluids in the washer. The fumes EXPLOSIVE. To prevent injury or can create a FIRE HAZARD or damage, before using your washer,
• EXPLOSION. ALWAYS hand turn on all hot water faucets and launder and air dry fabrics contain- allow water to run for several these materials. minutes. This will allow gases to
• NEVER allow children to operate, escape. DO NOT smoke or use play with, or crawl inside the any open flame near the faucet washer. Close supervision of while it is open.
• children is necessary when the You are responsible for washer is used near children.  sure that your washer:
• When discarding an old washer, – is installed, repaired, and has
• ALWAYS remove the lid to prevent parts replaced by a qualified accidental entrapment. person.
• NEVER put your hands into the – is properly installed and leveled washer until all motion stops.
• If the on a floor that can support the lid is opened while the basket is weight.’ spinning, the basket will is connected to the correct 3- tally stop in a few seconds. prong outlet, electric supply,
• DO NOT tamper with controls. water supply and drain.is properly grounded.
• NEVER use or store flammable – is properly maintained fluids (dry-cleaning solvents, – is protected from the weather kerosene) in or near your washer. and kept where the temperature
• DO NOT add flammable fluids to will not fall below freezing. the wash water.
• These substances See the lnstallatior Instructions. give off vapors that can create a

FIRE HAZARD or EXPLOSION
Additional safety instructions and your responsibilities

• ALWAYS store detergent, laundry aids and other materials in a cool, dry place where children can’t reach them  in a locked cabinet if possible.
• ALWAYS unplug the power supply cord before attempting to service the washer.
• DO NOT machine wash glass fiber
• ALWAYS read and tallow Instructions on packages of detergent and laundry aids – especially warnings and precautions.
• HAZARDOUS FUMES can be formed if chlorine bleach is used in the same wash as ammonia or acids such as vinegar or rust remover. materials. Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation.
• You are responsible for making sure that your washer:
  • is used only for jobs normally expected of home automatic washers.
  • is not run by children or anyone unable to operate it properly.

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 lo measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before starting it.

1.  Scleot a load size

   • Turn the knob to point at a setting that describes the size of load you want to wash.

   • The knob can be set on or between EX SMALL (a few small items) and LARGE (a full load).
     NOTE: For best washing results, items should move freely in the washer. Do not overload the washer or choose a water level that is too low for your wasn woad

   • For best results with permanent press clothes, use the LARGE water Reduce wash time when using EX

   • SMALL or SMALL water level settings. Loads with only a few small items need less wash time for best results.

2. Select water temperatureMatch the water temperature to the type of fabric and soils being washed.

   • 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.

3. For heavily soiled permanent press or knit clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak before washing in warm water. ALWAYS use cold rinse water tor permanent press fabrics.

4. Select cycle and wash time Start the washerPush in the Cycle Control Knob and turn it clockwise.

   • Stop when the indicator on the knob’s outer ring points to the number in the wash cycle you want. The numbers are minutes of wash time.
   • Start the washer by pulling out the Cycle Control Knob. The washer will fill to the selected water level with the  selected wash water temperature.
   • After filling, the washer will agitate for the selected number of minutes.
   • To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Control Knob. To restart the washer, pull out the Cycle Control Knob.
   • 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 ic cot to a number and pulled out, the washer 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 through out cach cycle. Those pauses are normal. They allow for the reversing of the motor. normal washer operation and the cool-down portion of the

5. PERMANENT PRESS Cycle.
   NOTE: You may hear the sound of water spraying during the spin parts of some cycles. in some cycles, water is sprayed on the spinning load to help with the rinsing.

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.

Operating Instructions
A cycle for sturdily constructed fabrics that are heavily soiled.

Regular/Normal Cycle
A cycle for regular loads of fabrics that are moderately soiled.

Permanent Press/Normal Cycle
A cycle designed for moderately soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items.

Permanent Press/Light Cycle
A cycle designed for lightly soiled permanent press and some synthetic fabrics. The cool-down rinse helps keep wrinkles from setting into these items.

Knits Gentle/Normal Cycle
A cycle that gently washes and spins moderately soiled delicate items and washable knits.

Knits Gentle/Light Cycle
A cycle that gently washes and spins lightly soiled delicate items and washable knits. indicates that machine is pausing for a brief soak period.

Soak Cycle
(all models except LA6300XT) Brief periods of agitation and soak lime help remove heavy soils and certain stains that need extra pretreatment. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak additive. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a wash cycle.

Super Wash Cycl
Use for washing heavily soiled loads that require maximum soil removal. Double the amount of detergen  recommended when using the SUPER WASH Cycle. Special care is needed when soaking laundry. See the Laundry Guide for proper use of this cycle. After the partial drain, the washer automatically refills and goes into the REGULAR/HEAVY Cycle. Be sure to use enough detergent for the double wash.

Other Operating Instructions

Rinse and spin
When using extra detergent for heavily soiled clothes, or washing special-care items, you may want an extra rinse and spin.

1. Push Cycle Control Knob in.
2. Turn clockwise to one of the dots on the dial, as illustrated.
3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will fill to selected level, agitate 2 minutes, drain and spin.

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.
2. Turn clockwise until indicator points to any bar just before an OFF area on the dial, as illustrated.
3. Pull Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will drain and spin.

Soak Cycle

(all models except LA6300XT) For best results, use warm water for soaking stained laundry. Hot water can set stains.

1. Use recommended amount of detergent or pre-soak product.
2. Push Cycle Control Knob in.
3. Turn clockwise to point to the number in the SOAK Cycle.
4. Pull the Cycle Control Knob out. The washer will start.
5. When the cycle is over, add detergent for the next selected wash cycle. The SOAK Cycle should always be followed by a wash cycle.
   NOTE: See the Laundry Guide for additional care information.

Liquid bleach dispenser

Always measure bleach. Do not guess. Never use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use less with lower water level settings. Follow directions on bottle for safe use. Use a cup with a pouring spout to avoid spilling.

1. Load the washer first.
2. Pour measured bleach carefully into dispenser. Do not let bleach splash, drip or run down into washer basket.
3. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches.
4. Start the washer. Bleach will be diluted automatically during the wash part of the cycle.

MAGIC CLEAN@ lint filter

(all models except LA6300XT) The lint filter at the bottom of Ihe washer basket cleans itself. During agitation, wash and rinse water pass over the filter, separating lint from water. The collecled particles of lint are then continuously spun away from the filter
and washed out of the system al the end of the wash cycle. If your washer drains into a tub, remove any lint collected in the tub or strainer.

Manual clean lint filter (model lA6300XT)

Clean the filter at the bottom of the agitator after every load for the best filtering results.
To clean:

1. Lift off the agitator barrel.
2. Wash or wipe the filter clean in the bottom of the agitator barrel. The filter is not removable.
3. Replace the agitator barrel and snap it into place.

If You Need Service Or Assistance We suggest you follow these 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?
• Are both water faucets open?
• Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box?
• Are the water supply hoses kinked?
• Is the Cycle Contrel Knob set and pulled out?
• If your washer does not spin
• Is the lid closed?
• Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage?
• Have you checked your home’s main fuses or circuit breaker box? If your washer stops during a cycle:
• Bemember, the washer pauses briefly at different times in each cycle. These pauses are normal. If your washer fills and drains without running
• Make sure that the Cycie Control Knob is pointing to a number in the cycle. Make sure the drain hose is higher than the water level in the washer.
• The washer may seem to be draining during wash and rinse cycles.
• Water can siphon out. (See Installation Instructions.)

If you need assistance
Call Whirlpool COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained consul- tants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory opuration from your appliance or, if service is nec- essary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. If you prefer. write to: Mr. Donald Skinner Director of Consumer Relations Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M-63 Benton Harbor, MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. If you need service’.. Whirlpool has a Whirlpool™ of autoized work of authorized

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• If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved…
• Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel (MACAP). MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices con- sumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry.
• Contact MACAP only when the dealer, authorized servicer or Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem. Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606
• MACAP will in turn inform us of your action.
• When requesting assistance, pleaseprovide: model number, serial number, date of purchase, and a complete  description of the problem. This infor- mation is needed in order to better respond to your request.

Whirlpool”Automatic Washer Warranty

WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR

• Service calls to Correct the installation of the washer.
• Instruct you how to use the washer.
• Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
• Repairs when washer is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
• Pick up and delivery. This product is designed to be repaired in the home.
• Damage to washer caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool.
• Any labor costs during the limited warranties.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your franchised Whirlpool distributor or military exchange. If you need service, first see the “Service and Assistance” section of this book. After checking “Service and Assistance,” additional help can be found by calling our COOL-LINE service assistance telephone number, l-800-253-1301, from anywhere in the U.S. Registered Trademark/SM Service Mark of Whirlpool Corporation Part No. 3351528 Rev. B 01990 Whirlpool Corporation

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