Whirlpool LT5004XV - Manual (Page 6)

Washer 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 to measure and add detergent, then place a sorted load in the washer before
starting it.
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WATER LEVEL
1. Select a load size
• Turn the knob to point at a setting that
describes the size of load you want
to wash.
• Set the knob on EX SMALL (a few
small items), MEDIUM or 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 wash
load. For best results with permanent
press clothes, use the LARGE water
level. Reduce wash time when using EX
SMALL or SMALL water level settings.
2. Select water temperature
• Match 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.
For heavily soiled permanent press
or knit clothes, pre-wash or pre-soak
before washing in warm water.
ALWAYS use cold rinse water for
permanent press fabrics. * •
3. Select cycle and wash time
Start the washer
• Push 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.