Whirlpool LAT9457 Washer User Manual


 
Care and Cleaning .......................... ...................
Turn off the water faucets after finishing the day's wash- Interior - hard water deposits may be removed,
ing. This will shut off the water supply to the washer needed, using a recommended cleaner labeled wa
and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from er safe.
escaping water. Lint Filter - it is self-cleaning and requires no main
Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent, bleach or other nance. The filter is located under the agitator on
spills as they occur, bottom of the washtub. During the wash and ri]
Clean the following as recommended: portion of the
cycle, lint is col- " - --_-_'-_
Control Panel - clean with a soft, damp cloth and glass lected on the ill-
cleaner. Do not use abrasive powders or cleaning ter. Then during
pads. the spin and
drain the filter is
Cabinet - clean with soap and water followed with an
cleaned automat-
appliance wax, if desired, ically.
Storing the Washer ................................... .......
Washers can be damaged if water is not removed from Advance the cycle control knob to Spin and lower
hoses and internal components before storage. Prepare drain hose to eliminate any water that may be in
the washer for storage as follows: drain hose.
Select the NORMAL cycle for regular fabrics and add Disconnect the washer from the electrical supply
one cup of chlorine bleach or white vinegar to a full leave the washer lid open to let air circulate inside
load of water without clothes. Run the washer tub.
through a complete cycle.
Turn the water faucets off and disconnect the inlet
hoses.
Water Use ..........................................................
REGULAR CYCLE PERMANENT PRESS CYCLE
Approx. 40 gallons Approx. 43 gallons
Super (33 Imperial gallons; 151 liters) Super (36 Imperial gallons; 163 liters)
Approx. 36 gallons Approx. 39 gallons
Large (30 Imperial gallons; 136 liters) Large (32 Imperial gallons; 148 liters)
Approx. 32 gallons Approx. 35 gallons
Medium (27 Imperial gallons; 121 liters) Medium (29 Imperial gallons; 132 liters)
Approx. 28 gallons Approx. 31 gallons
Small (23 Imperial gallons; 106 liters) Small (26 Imperial gallons; 117 liters)
Approx. 24 gallons Approx. 27 gallons
Mini (20 Imperial gallons; 91 liters) Mini (22 Imperial gallons; 102 liters)
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