Whirlpool LBR4132HQ0 User manual

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Automatic Washers

A Note to You...........................................2

Washer Safety..........................................3

Parts and Features..................................4

Using Your Washer..................................5

Starting your washer.............................5

Loading .................................................7

Selecting a cycle and time....................8

Using the liquid chlorine

bleach dispenser.................................12

Adding liquid chlorine bleach..............12

Using the fabric softener dispenser ....13

Adding liquid fabric softener................13

Rinse/drain and spin ...........................14

MAGIC CLEAN®lint filter ....................14

Understanding normal washer sounds

..14

Understanding what happens in

each cycle...........................................15

Caring For Your Washer .......................16

Troubleshooting ....................................17

Assistance or Service...........................20

Warranty.................................................24

In the U.S.A. for assistance or service,

call the Consumer Assistance Center:

1-800-253-1301

In Canada, for assistance or service,

see page 21.

A NOTE TO YOU

Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL®appliance.

The Whirlpool Brand is committed to designing quality products that consistently perform for you to make

your life easier. To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care

Guide. It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.

Please read it carefully.

Also, complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. The card helps us

notify you about any new information on your appliance.

Please record your model’s information.

Whenever you call to request service for your appli-

ance, you need to know your complete model number

and serial number. You can find this information on the

model and serial number label (see the diagram on the

“Parts and Features” page for the location of the label).

Also, record the other information shown in the next

column.

Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Model Number ______________________________

Serial Number________________________________

Purchase Date ______________________________

Dealer Name ________________________________

Dealer Address ______________________________

Dealer Phone ________________________________

1-800-253-1301

Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll free.

In Canada, for assistance or service, see the “Assistance or Service” section.

To find detailed product information, the location of the nearest Whirlpool dealer or authorized servicer, to

purchase an accessory item, or register your appliance on-line, please visit our Web site at

www.whirlpool.com

In Canada, visit our Web site at www.whirlpool.com/canada

WASHER SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING –To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the

washer, follow basic precautions, including the following:

•Read all instructions before using the

washer.

•Do not wash articles that have been

previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked

in, or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning

solvents, other flammable or explosive

substances as they give off vapors that

could ignite or explode.

•Do not add gasoline, dry cleaning

solvents, or other flammable or explosive

substances to the wash water. These

substances give off vapors that could

ignite or explode.

•Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas

may be produced in a hot water system

that has not been used for 2 weeks or

more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE.

If the hot water system has not been

used for such a period, before using the

washing machine, turn on all hot water

faucets and let the water flow from each

for several minutes. This will release any

accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is

flammable, do not smoke or use an open

flame during this time.

– SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS –

•Do not allow children to play on or in the

washer. Close supervision of children is

necessary when the washer is used near

children.

•Before the washer is removed from service

or discarded, remove the lid.

•Do not reach into the washer if the tub or

agitator is moving.

•Do not install or store the washer where it

will be exposed to the weather.

•Do not tamper with controls.

•Do not repair or replace any part of the

washer or attempt any servicing unless

specifically recommended in this Use and

Care Guide or in published user-repair

instructions that you understand and have

the skills to carry out.

•See Installation Instructions for grounding

requirements.

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t

follow instructions.

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and

obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or

“WARNING.” These words mean:

wDANGER

wWARNING

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can

happen if the instructions are not followed.

OnOnOff

Super

Plus

Medium

Small

QuickWash

Load Size

5Cycle 2Speed Cycle Logic

Laundry SystemLaundry System

Extra Rinse

Normal

QuickWash

WrinkleResist

P.Press /

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Pushto Stop

1-800-253-1301( In U1-800-253-1301( In U.S.A.)

ConsumerAssistance CenterAssistanceCenter

OFF

SpinSpin

RinseRinse

OFF

SpinSpin

ExtraExtra

RinseRinse

SpinSpin

RinseRinse

SpinSpin

ExtraExtra

RinseRinse

SpinSpinRinseRinse

CoolCool

DoDownwn

Pause

SpinSpin

ExtraExtra

RinseRinse

SpinSpin

RinseRinse

Heavy Duty Super Capacity

Super Wash/ Heavy

Hand Washables

(IntermittentAgitate)

Delicates

PARTS AND FEATURES

The drawings in this book may vary from your washer model. They are designed to show the different

features of all models covered by this book. Your model may not include all features.

Cycle control knob

(may include

temperature selector)

(pp. 6-11)

Liquid chlorine

bleach dispenser*

(pp. 5, 12)

Model and serial

number label

(under lid)

Basket

Tub

Load size

selector

(p. 5)

Liquid fabric

softener

dispenser*

(pp. 5, 13)

XTRA ROLL

ACTION™

agitator*

(p. 15)

MAGIC CLEAN®

lint filter*

(bottom of

washer basket)

(p. 14)

Water temperature

selector*

(p. 6)

Additional features:

CLEAN TOUCH™ control pad* (p. 6)

Cycle signal selector* (p. 6)

Extra rinse selector* (p. 6)

* On some models

STARTING YOUR WASHER

1. Measure detergent and pour it into the

washer. If desired, add

powder or liquid color-safe

bleach.

2. Drop a sorted load of clothes loosely into your

washer, filling to the top row

of holes.

• Load evenly to maintain

washer balance.

•Mix large and small items.

See the “Loading” section.

3. (OPTIONAL STEPS) If desired, add measured

liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach dispenser

(on some models). See “Using the liquid chlorine

bleach dispenser” later in this section.

4. (OPTIONAL STEPS) If desired, pour measured

liquid fabric softener into the liquid fabric

softener dispenser (on some models). See

“Using the liquid fabric softener dispenser” later

in this section.”

5. Close the washer lid.

6. Set the Load Size selector to the correct setting

for your wash load and the type of fabric being

washed.

• Choose a water level that allows the load to

move freely. See “Loading” later in this

section.

• To change the setting after the water has

started filling, turn the selector to a different

setting.

wWARNING wWARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can

result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Fire Hazard

Never place items in the washer that are

dampened with gasoline or other

flammable fluids.

No washer can completely remove oil.

Do not dry anything that has ever had any

type of oil on it (including cooking oils).

Doing so can result in death, explosion,

or fire.

USING YOUR WASHER

STARTING YOUR WASHER (CONT.)

7. Set the Water Temperature selector (on some

models) to the

correct setting for the

type of fabrics and soils

being washed.

NOTE: On models

without a separate Water

Temperature selector, see

“Cycle Options” in the

“Selecting a Cycle and

Time” section.

•Use the warmest water safe for fabric.

•Follow garment label instructions.

HOT: 120°F (49°C) or above.

– Whites and pastels.

– Heavy and greasy soils.

WARM: 90 to 110°F (32 to 44°C).

– Bright colors.

– Moderate to light soils.

COLD: 70 to 90°F (21 to 32°C).

– Colors that bleed or fade.

– Light soils.

8. (OPTIONAL STEP) Some models have an Extra

Rinse selector. For an additional rinse and spin

at the end of a wash cycle, set the Extra Rinse

selector to ON.

9. (OPTIONAL STEP) Some models have an end of

cycle signal. Set the Cycle Signal to ON if you

want the washer to alert you when the wash

cycle is complete.

10. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it

clockwise to the desired

wash cycle. See “Selecting

a cycle and time” later in

this section.

11. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the

washer.

12. (OPTIONAL STEP) On models without bleach

dispenser, if desired, add measured liquid

chlorine bleach after the washer starts agitat-

ing. See “Adding Liquid Chlorine Bleach”

later in this section.

13. (OPTIONAL STEP) On models without

fabric softener dispenser, if desired, add

measured liquid fabric softener to the rinse

water. See “Adding Liquid Fabric Softener”

later in this section.

NOTE: To stop the washer at any time, push in

the Cycle Control knob. To restart the washer,

close the lid (if open) and pull out the Cycle

Control knob.

USING YOUR WASHER

Loading suggestions

For these suggested full-sized loads, set the Load Size selector to the highest water level setting.

EXTRA LARGE CAPACITY WASHERS

Heavy Work

Clothes

2 pair pants

3 shirts

3 pair jeans

1 coverall

Knits

2 slacks

2 blouses

4 shirts

4 tops

2 dresses

Permanent

Press

1 double sheet

1 tablecloth

1 dress

1 blouse

2 slacks

3 shirts

2 pillowcases

Mixed Load

2 double or

1 king size sheet(s)

4 pillowcases

6 T-shirts

6 pair shorts

2 shirts

2 blouses

6 handkerchiefs

Towels

8 bath towels

8 hand towels

10 wash cloths

1 bath mat

Delicates

2 camisoles

4 slips

4 panties

2 bras

2 nighties

Towels

10 bath towels

10 hand towels

14 wash cloths

1 bath mat

Heavy Work Clothes

3 pair pants

3 shirts

4 pair jeans

1 coverall

1 overall

Delicates

3 camisoles

1 quilted robe

4 slips

4 panties

2 bras

2 nighties

1 baby’s dress

Mixed Load

3 double sheets

4 pillowcases

8 T-shirts

6 pair shorts

2 shirts

2 blouses

8 handkerchiefs

SUPER CAPACITY WASHERS

USING YOUR WASHER

Normal

Push

Pul

Off

Spin

Rinse

Permanent

Press

Normal

Delicates

Soak

Pre-Wash

Super Wash

Off

Rinse

Regular

Heavy

Pull Start

Push Stop

Regular

Light

Cool

Down

Pause

Spin

Spin Spin

Permanent

Press

Normal

Spin

Rinse

Regular

Heavy

Off Off

Regular

Heavy

Rinse

Cool Down

Pause

Spin

SELECTING A CYCLE AND TIME

This section describes the available wash cycles and

will help you make the best cycle selections for your

wash loads. Each cycle is designed for different types

of fabric and soil levels.

NOTE: This book covers one-, two-, and three-speed

washer models. Compare your washer’s Cycle

Control knob with those shown. Once you find the

knob that looks like your model, refer to the cycle

descriptions that follow.

•The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle.

These pauses are normal. Refer to “Understanding

normal washer sounds” to learn more about the

sounds you may hear during a wash cycle.

•Refer to “Understanding what happens in each

cycle” later in this section to learn what happens

during a wash cycle.

One-speed models

USING YOUR WASHER

Normal Cycle

The Normal cycle features high-speed agitation for

maximum cleaning, and high-speed spin to shorten

drying time. Select up to 14 minutes of wash time to

clean large loads of sturdily constructed fabrics that

are heavily soiled. Select less wash time to clean

washable knits, cottons, permanent press, and some

synthetic fabrics that are lightly to moderately soiled.

Super Wash Cycle

Select the 18-minute Super Wash feature to wash

heavily soiled loads that need maximum soil removal.

Use two times the recommended amount of detergent

for this cycle.

Permanent Press Cycle

The Permanent Press cycle features a cool-down

rinse to minimize wrinkling of permanent press blends

and synthetic fabrics. Select 6 to10 minutes of wash

time to clean lightly to moderately soiled loads.

You may select different wash time and water tem-

perature combinations by first selecting the Water

Temperature and then turning to the new wash time.

For example, for 14 minutes of wash time in the

Normal cycle with Cold water:

1. Push in the Cycle Control knob, and turn it clock-

wise to the Cold setting.

2. Pull out the Cycle Control knob and allow washer

to fill.

Delicates Cycle

The Delicates cycle features brief agitation and soak

periods, followed by shorter spins. Use this 6-minute

cycle to clean delicate items and washable knits that

are lightly or moderately soiled.

Soak Cycle

The Soak Cycle features brief periods of agitation

and soak time to remove heavy soils and stains that

need pretreatment. Use warm water when soaking

laundry. Hot water can set stains. Use the amount

of detergent or presoak additive recommended by

the manufacturer. When the Soak cycle ends, add

detergent and start a new wash cycle.

Pre-Wash Cycle

The 4-minute Pre-Wash cycle features a brief period

of agitation to help remove heavy soils and stains

that need pretreatment. When the Pre-Wash cycle

ends, add detergent and start a new wash cycle.

SELECTING A CYCLE AND TIME (CONT.)

(One-speed models)

Cycle options (models without a separate Water Temperature selector)

3. When washer has filled, push in and turn the

Cycle Control knob to 14 minutes of wash time.

4. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start washer.

Permanent

Press

Quick Wash

Delicates

Normal

Regular

Heavy

Softwash

Ex Heavy

Spin

Rinse

Cool

Down

Pause

Extra

Rinse

Extra

Rinse

Extra

Rinse

Off

Rinse

Regular

Light Light

Off

Extra

Regular

Light

Heavy

Softwash

Permanent

Press

Normal

Delicates

Super Wash

Hand Washables

Rinse

Off

Rinse

Spin

X-Rinse

Extra

Rinse

Extra

Cool

Down

Pause

Off

SELECTING A CYCLE AND TIME (CONT.)

Normal

Short/Knits

Permanent

Press

Heavy

Regular

Pull Start

Push Stop

Off

Cold

Rinse

Cold

Rinse

Cold

Rinse

Cool

Down

Spin

Pause

Normal

Knits / Gentle

Permanent

Press

Heavy

Regular

Pull Start

Push Stop

Light

Off

Cold

Rinse

Cold

Rinse

Cold

Rinse

Cool

Down

Spin

Pause

USING YOUR WASHER

Two- and three-speed models

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