Whirlpool W10441096A, W10441097A SP User Manual

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Use & Care Guide

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER

LAVEUSE AUTOMATIQUE À CHARGEMENT FRONTAL

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Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.

Conçue pour l’utilisation d’un détergent haute efficacité seulement.

W10441096A W10441097A – SP

Certified to Sanitize and to Reduce Allergens Homologué pour assainir et pour réduire la présence d’allergènes

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WASHER SAFETY....................................................................	2
ACCESSORIES........................................................................	3
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES.......................................	4
USING THE PRECISION DISPENSE DRAWER.....................	7
CYCLE GUIDE..........................................................................	8
USING YOUR WASHER.........................................................	10
WASHER MAINTENANCE.....................................................	14
ABOUT DETERGENT CONCENTRATION............................	17
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................	18
WARRANTY...........................................................................	25
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE...................................	Back Cover

TABLE DES MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE.................................................		26
ACCESSOIRES......................................................................		27
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES.......		28
UTILISATION DU TIROIR PRECISION DISPENSE..............		32
GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES...................................................		33
UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE.............................................		35
ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE...............................................		39
À PROPOS DE LA CONCENTRATION DU DÉTERGENT....		42
DÉPANNAGE..........................................................................		43
GARANTIE..............................................................................		55
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE......................	Couverture arrière

WASHER SAFETY

Whirlpool W10441096A, W10441097A SP User Manual

ACCESSORIES

Customize your new washer and dryer with the following genuine Whirlpool accessories. For more information on options and ordering, call 1-800-442-9991, or visit us at: www.whirlpool.com/accessories. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpool.ca.

15" Pedestal

Color-matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to a more comfortable working height. The large drawer provides convenient storage.

Worksurface

The worksurface bridges the washer and dryer, and provides a convenient working and storage area.

Stack Kit

If space is at a premium, the stack kit allows the dryer to be installed on top of

the washer.

Precision Dispense Liquid HE Detergent Cartridge

If you frequently alternate between two different liquid HE detergents, you may also purchase an additional cartridge.

Single-Dose Liquid

HE Detergent Cup

The cup provides a way to dispense a single dose of liquid detergent.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

Not all features and cycles are available on all models.

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A B C D E

NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with your finger tip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch its name.

APrecision Dispense

liquid HE detergent cartridge

BPowdered HE detergent compartment

CLiquid fabric softener

DChlorine bleach

1POWER

Touch to turn the washer on and off. Touch to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.

2WASH CYCLE KNOB

Use your Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your washer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

NOTE: For best results when using the Wash & Dry cycle, use for loads weighing 2.5 pounds and less, such as a soccer uniform or a running tank and shorts.

3START

Touch and hold until the light above START comes on to start a cycle, or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it. If you want to add a garment, you can touch START when the “Add Garment” LED is on.

4LED DISPLAY AND SETTINGS

When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up and the Estimated Time Remaining will be displayed. Factors such as load size, wash temperature, and water pressure may affect the time shown in the display. Tightly packing, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may cause the washer to lengthen the cycle time, as well.

Touch the desired option along the bottom of the display to adjust settings. See “Cycle Guide” for available settings on each cycle. Not all settings are available with all cycles.

Cycle Status Lights

For details, see “Cycle Status Lights”.

Precision Dispense – Detergent Concentration and Water Hardness

These options are used to set detergent concentration (2x–6x) and to set water hardness level (normal, hard, or soft). (See “About Detergent Concentration” section.)

IMPORTANT: When using the dispenser cartridge with concentrated liquid detergent, be sure to change the detergent concentration settings in the control if the detergent used is different than factory preset of 2x concentration.

Wash Temp

The recommended wash temperature is preset for each cycle. You may also select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric and soils being washed. For best results, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric, following the garment label instructions. All wash temperatures feature a cold rinse.

Spin

This washer automatically selects the spin speed based

on the cycle selected. Some preset speeds can be changed.

•Faster spin speeds mean shorter dry times, but may increase wrinkling in your load.

•Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will leave your load more damp.

Soil

Soil level (wash time) is preset for each wash cycle. When you change the soil setting, the cycle time will increase or decrease in the Estimated Time Remaining display.

For most loads, use the soil level that is preset with the cycle you have chosen. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, use the Soil setting to select more wash time. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, use the Soil setting to select less wash time. Lower soil level settings will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.

Presoak

Touch to add a Presoak time of your choice to a wash cycle. Items will gently tumble thorugh the detergent and water for the selected time to help loosen tough stains.

5OPTIONS

Touch to activate additional wash options or additional features on the washer. Not all options are available on all models.

AAdjust Delay Time

Touch – or + to delay the start of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours.

BFan Dry Option

The Fan Dry option will periodically tumble the load after the end of the cycle for up to 12 hours while the integrated fan circulates air through the washer to reduce humidity. To turn on the Fan Dry option, touch Fan Dry. If, however, the Fan Dry option is turned on, it will stay on for all future cycles until turned back off – the washer remembers the last on/off status set. To turn off the Fan Dry option, touch Fan Dry.

You may also activate the Fan Dry option without running a cycle by touching and holding POWER for one second, then touching and holding Fan Dry for 3 seconds, then touching and holding START for

3 seconds.

To turn off the Fan Dry option when it is running, touch POWER.

NOTE: The door will lock while the Fan Dry option is active. To cancel the option and unlock the door, touch POWER.

CExtra Rinse

Activate this option to add an extra rinse to most cycles.

NOTE: Some cycles include this feature as a default. See “Cycle Guide” for details.

Drum Light

Touch and hold EXTRA RINSE for 3 seconds to turn on the Drum Light.

DCycle Signal

Use this option to turn on or off the signal that sounds at end of cycle.

To turn off the tones that sound when a setting is touched: Touch and hold CYCLE SIGNAL for about 3 seconds. Repeat to turn them on.

EControl Lock

Touch and hold for 3 seconds to lock the controls to avoid unwanted changes or operation. Touch and hold 3 seconds again to unlock. You may still touch

START to pause the cycle, or touch POWER to turn off the washer.

6ECOBOOST™ OPTION

Touch to activate the EcoBoost™ option. The EcoBoost™ option provides additional energy savings through reduced hot water usage and maintains cleaning performance by lengthening the wash time on some cycles.

7STEAM CLEAN

The Steam Clean option adds additional soak and wash time to many cycles to help remove tough stains, as well as a steam boost for added cleaning power. An integrated heater helps to maintain optimal wash temperatures. See the “Cycle Guide” for cycles that allow the Steam Clean option.

8PRECISION DISPENSE DRAWER

The Precision Dispense drawer gives you the convenience of automatically adding HE detergent, liquid chlorine bleach, and liquid fabric softener to the wash load at the proper time. See “Using the Precision Dispense Drawer” for information on using the dispenser drawer.

APrecision Dispense Cartridge

Each dispenser cartridge holds up to 18.5 oz.

(550 ml) of liquid HE detergent, enough for up to 36† loads, depending on cycle and detergent concentration. The cartridge fits into compartment (B) of the dispenser drawer for convenient loading.

ν Change detergent concentration setting if detergent used is different than factory preset of 2x concentration. See “About Detergent Concentration.”

ν Change water hardness setting if desired level is different than factory preset of Normal.

BPowdered High Efficiency “HE” detergent compartment

This compartment holds powdered HE detergent for a single load.

CLiquid fabric softener compartment

Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid fabric softener at the optimum time in the cycle.

ν Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.

DLiquid chlorine bleach compartment

Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid chlorine bleach at the optimum time during the first rinse after the wash cycle. This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach.

Choosing the Right Detergent

Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a non-HE detergent. Using non-HE detergent

will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failure and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents are low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. They hold soil in suspension so it is not re-deposited onto clean clothes. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.

†The number of loads will vary, depending on detergent concentration, load size, cycle used, and soil level. The maximum capacity of up to 36 loads requires use of 6x concentration detergent.

Cycle Status Lights

The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers.

Precision Dispense

This will be lit when the washer is on with the dispenser drawer closed and the cartridge in place. If the cartridge is removed and the drawer is closed, Precision Dispense will not light.

Detergent Level

Low – This will light if there is enough detergent in the Precision Dispense cartridge for only a few more cycles.

Empty – This will light if there is no detergent in the Precision Dispense cartridge.

Door Locked

Door Locked will light to indicate that the door is locked and cannot be opened without first pausing or canceling the cycle.

Add Garment

When Add Garment is lit, you may pause the washer, open the door, and add items.

Dispensing

This will light when the detergent is being dispensed.

Done

Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on. Remove the load promptly for best results.

Delay Wash

This will light when a delay time has been set.

Sensing

When START is touched, the washer will first perform a self-test on the door lock mechanism and the sensing light will come on. You will hear a click, the drum will make a partial turn, and the door will unlock briefly before locking again.

Once the door has locked the second time, the washer will begin tumbling and adding water. This sensing process will continue throughout the cycle. You may also hear water flowing through the dispenser, adding detergent to the load.

After the load size is sensed, the estimated time based on load size will be displayed. The actual cycle time may be lengthened; however, the display will continue to show the estimated time.

The sensing light will blink once a second at various times during the cycle, such as when the washer is reducing extra suds.

Steaming

This will light to show that the cycle is using steam for added cleaning power.

Fan Dry Option

The Fan Dry indicator will light when the Fan Dry option is active. During this time, the washer will occasionally tumble the load while a fan circulates fresh air through the washer.

USING THE PRECISION DISPENSE DRAWER

1.Open the dispenser drawer.

2.Add laundry products as described in steps 4–6 in the “Using Your Washer” section.

3.Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Make sure it is completely closed.

NOTES:

νA small amount of water may remain in the dispensers from the previous wash cycle. This is normal.

νSee “About Detergent Concentration” for information on detergent concentration.

νTo ensure you have enough detergent in the dispenser, the display will show the detergent level (Low or Empty).

Adding HE detergent to dispenser

Precision Dispense cartridge

Adding detergent for a single load

Tab

Use only HE High Efficiency liquid detergents. The dispenser cartridge will hold about 18.5 oz. (550 ml) of HE liquid detergent, or enough for up to 36 loads†.

To Fill:

Push back on the tab and lift the fill	Use only High
door. Fill to the “MAX” line with	Efficiency (HE)
HE liquid detergent. Close fill door.	detergent.
It will click into place.

To Install the Dispenser Cartridge:

1.Pull out the dispenser drawer.

2.Insert the dispenser cartridge completely in detergent compartment as shown. It should click into position.

3.Slowly slide the dispenser drawer in until it is completely closed. The washer will automatically detect the dispenser cartridge.

NOTE:

νThe dispenser cartridge should be rinsed out when changing detergents or when the washer will not be used for extended periods. For instructions on cleaning the dispenser cartridge, see “Washer Maintenance”.

†The number of loads will vary, depending on detergent concentration, load size, cycle used, soil level, and water hardness. The maximum capacity of up to 36 loads requires use of 6x concentration detergent.

Lift out the cartridge and set aside.

Powdered HE detergent

Place a measured amount of detergent in the powdered HE detergent compartment.

Powdered HE detergent compartment

Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.

Powdered detergent:

Add directly to the compartment.

IMPORTANT:

nDo not use liquid detergents in the single-load compartment; liquid detergents may seep out of the detergent compartment before the main wash begins.

nA single dose of liquid detergent can be added to the Single-Dose Liquid HE Detergent Cup, which you can purchase (see “Accessories” section).

nDo not add single-dose laundry packet to dispenser drawer.

nIf you are using the Delay Wash option, use of the dispenser cartridge is recommended, or powdered detergent may be used in the HE powdered detergent compartment.

Liquid HE detergent

If you frequently alternate between two different liquid HE detergents, you can purchase an additional Precision Dispense cartridge.

See “Accessories” for ordering information.

CYCLE GUIDE

Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle, options, and settings that best fit the load being washed. Not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together.

Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Items to wash	Cycle:	Wash	Spin	Soil	Available	Cycle Details:
using default	Cycle:	Wash	Spin	Soil	Available	Cycle Details:
cycle settings:		Temperature*:	Speed:	Level:	Options:
Normally soiled cottons,	Normal	Extra Hot	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Steam Clean**	This cycle combines medium-speed
linens, sheets, and		Hot	Fast	Heavy	Fan Dry	tumbling and an extra-fast-speed
mixed garment loads		Warm	Medium	Normal	Extra Rinse	spin. This cycle is designed to
		Cool	Off	Light	PreSoak	provide the most energy efficiency.
		Cold			Delay Wash
Heavily soiled white	Whites	Extra Hot	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Steam Clean**	Uses a longer wash time with
fabrics and garments		Hot	Fast	Heavy	EcoBoost™	fast-speed tumbling, extra rinsing,
		Warm	Medium	Normal	Fan Dry	and an extra-fast-speed spin to
		Cool	Slow	Light	Extra Rinse	provide optimal cleaning and rinsing
		Cold	Off		PreSoak	when bleach is used.
					Delay Wash
Sturdy colorfast	Heavy	Extra Hot	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Steam Clean**	Fast-speed tumbling and an extra-
fabrics and heavily	Duty	Hot	Fast	Heavy	EcoBoost™	fast-speed final spin help provide
soiled garments		Warm	Medium	Normal	Fan Dry	optimal cleaning and reduce
		Cool	Slow	Light	Extra Rinse	drying times.
		Cold	Off		PreSoak
					Delay Wash
Sturdy towels and	Towels	Extra Hot	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Steam Clean**	Provides fast-speed tumbling,
wash cloths		Hot	Fast	Heavy	EcoBoost™	longer wash time, normal rinsing
		Warm	Medium	Normal	Fan Dry	and an extra-fast-speed spin to
		Cool	Slow	Light	Extra Rinse	shorten drying time.
		Cold	Off		PreSoak
					Delay Wash
Sturdy garments	Allergen†	Extra Hot	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Steam Clean**	Uses more water to flush out
household items		Hot	Fast	Heavy	Fan Dry	allergens such as dust mites and
exposed to possible			Medium	Normal	Extra Rinse	pet dander from normally-soiled
allergens				Light	Delay Wash	items.
Clothing, bedding	Sanitize††	Extra Hot	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Steam Clean**	Extra hot wash temperature ensures
and towels requiring			Fast	Heavy	Fan Dry	sanitization. Check recommended
sanitization			Medium	Normal	Extra Rinse	wash temperature of your items.
			Slow	Light	Delay Wash
			Off

*All temperature selections feature a Cold rinse.

**The Steam Clean option is only available when a Warm, Hot, or Extra Hot water temperature is selected.

Model: WFW96HE

† Allergen

Allergen cycle certified by NSF International, an independent, third party testing and certification

organization. The certification verified that this cycle reduced tested allergens by at least 95.0% and maintained the water temperature necessary to kill dust mites. Only the allergen cycle has been designed to meet the requirements of NSF Protocol P351 for Allergen Reduction Performance effectiveness.

†† Sanitize

ν This washer has a Sanitize Cycle that is certified by NSF International, an independent, third-party testing

and certification organization. The certification verifies that the Sanitize Cycle eliminates 99.9% of bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding, and towels. There is no carryover of bacteria between loads after the cycle is complete.

νUse the Sanitize Cycle to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics. This combines an extra-high water temperature to help ensure the removal of heavy soils and stains. It is recommended that you set your hot water heater to 120°F (49°C) to ensure proper performance during this cycle.

νOnly the Sanitize Cycle selected has been designed to meet the requirements of NSF Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial, family-sized clothes washer.

Load Size Recommendations

For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle.

Small load: Fill the washer drum with 3–4 items, not more than 1/4 full.

Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about 1/2 full.

Large load: Fill the washer drum up to about 3/4 full.

Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make sure clothes can tumble freely. For best results, avoid packing tightly.

Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Items to wash	Cycle:	Wash	Spin	Soil	Available	Cycle Details:
using default	Cycle:	Wash	Spin	Soil	Available	Cycle Details:
cycle settings:		Temperature*:	Speed:	Level:	Options:
No clothes in washer	Clean Washer					Use this cycle every 30 washes
	with affresh®					to keep the inside of your washer
						fresh and clean. This cycle uses a
						higher water level. Use with affresh®
						washer cleaner tablet or liquid
						chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean
						the inside of your washer. This
						cycle should not be interrupted.
						See “Washer Care.”
						IMPORTANT: Do not place
						garments or other items in the
						washer during the Clean Washer
						with affresh® cycle. Use this cycle
						with an empty wash tub. See
						“Washer Care” in “Washer
						Maintenance.”
Wet load of clothes	Drain & Spin	N/A	Extra Fast	N/A	Fan Dry	Use Drain & Spin to remove excess
			Fast		Delay Wash	water from the load. Spin speed
			Medium			can be set to a slower setting.
			Slow
			Off
Swimwear, items	Drain	Cold	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Fan Dry	Select Drain & Spin; then select
that need rinsing	& Spin		Fast	Heavy	Delay Wash	Extra Rinse to add water. The cycle
	with		Medium	Normal		includes an extra-fast-speed spin.
	Extra Rinse		Slow	Light		For some fabrics, you may wish to
			Off			set the spin speed to a slower
						setting.
2–4 lightly soiled	Wash & Dry	Extra Hot	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Steam Clean**	This short wash cycle has an
synthetic garments,		Hot		Heavy	Fan Dry	extra-fast-speed spin followed
athletic uniforms,		Warm		Normal	Extra Rinse	by intermittent tumbling and fan
or workout wear		Cool		Light	PreSoak	activation to circulate air through
		Cold			Delay Wash	the clothes.
Small loads of 3–4	Quick Wash	Extra Hot	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Steam Clean**	For small loads (3–4 items) needed
lightly soiled garments		Hot	Fast	Heavy	Fan Dry	quickly. This cycle combines
		Warm	Medium	Normal	Extra Rinse	fast-speed tumbling, a shortened
		Cool	Slow	Light	PreSoak	wash time, and an extra-fast-speed
		Cold	Off		Delay Wash	spin for reduced drying times.
Sheer fabrics,	Delicates	Extra Hot	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Steam Clean**	This cycle combines slow-speed
lingerie, sweaters, and		Hot	Fast	Heavy	Fan Dry	tumbling and slow-speed spin
lightly-soiled shirts,		Warm	Medium	Normal	Extra Rinse	for gentle fabric care and reduced
blouses, trousers,		Cool	Slow	Light	PreSoak	wrinkling.
pants, and skirts		Cold	Off		Delay Wash
Bright or darkly colored	Cold	Cold	Extra Fast	Extra Heavy	Fan Dry	This cycle uses a concentrated
cottons, linens, casual	Wash		Fast	Heavy	Extra Rinse	detergent solution along with cold
and mixed loads			Medium	Normal	Delay Wash	water throughout the cycle to gently
			Off	Light		lift out stains and care for fabrics.

*All temperature selections feature a Cold rinse.

**The Steam Clean option is only available when a Warm, Hot, or Extra Hot water temperature is selected.

Load Size Recommendations

For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle.

Small load: Fill the washer drum with 3–4 items, not more than 1/4 full.

Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about 1/2 full.

Large load: Fill the washer drum up to about 3/4 full.

Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make sure clothes can tumble freely.

For best results, avoid packing tightly.

USING YOUR WASHER

First wash cycle without laundry

Before washing clothes for the first time, fill the HE liquid dispenser cartridge and install in the dispenser drawer. Choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it without clothes. Use only HE detergent. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean and the dispenser drawer is ready for use before washing clothes.

1. Sort and prepare your laundry

Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. Treat stains promptly and check for colorfastness by testing stain

remover products on an inside seam.

IMPORTANT:

νEmpty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can plug pumps and may require a service call.

νClose zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trim and ornaments.

νMend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during washing.

νTurn knits inside out to prevent pilling. Separate lint-takers from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.

νDo not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into fabric.

νAlways read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product instructions. Improper usage may cause damage to your garments.

2. Add single-dose laundry packet, Oxi, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals (if desired)

Single-dose laundry packet, Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals can be added to the drum prior to adding laundry.

NOTE: Do not add clothes to washer drum prior to adding laundry products. Always follow manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Load laundry into washer

Place a load of sorted clothes loosely in the washer. Items need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling. Close the washer door by pushing it firmly until the latch clicks.

νDepending on load type and cycle, the washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed. Washer door should close easily. See “Cycle Guide” for loading suggestions.

νMix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly.

νWash small items in mesh garment bags. For multiple items, use more than one bag and fill bags equally.

USING LAUNDRY PRODUCT DISPENSERS

NOTE: Do not add single-dose laundry packets, Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals to dispensers. They will not dispense correctly.

4. Add HE detergent

Precision	Single load
Dispense	powdered
cartridge	HE detergent

Select detergent dispenser, based on type of HE detergent used (either liquid or powdered). See “Using the Precision Dispense Drawer” instructions on how to use the dispenser.

5. Add liquid fabric softener to dispenser (if desired)

Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into liquid fabric softener compartment. Always follow manufacturer’s directions for correct amount of fabric softener based on your load size.

Fabric softener is always dispensed in the last rinse, even if Extra Rinse is selected.

IMPORTANT: Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1/4 cup (60 mL) of fabric softener. Do not fill past the MAX line. Overfilling dispenser will cause fabric softener to immediately dispense into washer.

νDo not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes.

νDo not use liquid fabric softener dispenser balls in this washer. They will not dispense correctly.

6. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser (if desired)

Add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 2/3 cup (165 mL). Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

νAlways measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup with a pour spout; do not guess.

νDo not fill beyond the “MAX” level. Overfilling could cause garment damage.

7.Touch POWER to turn on washer

Slowly close the Precision Dispense drawer. Make sure the drawer is closed completely, then touch POWER to turn on the washer or go to Step 8.

8. Select CYCLE*

10. Select any additional options*

Turn cycle knob to select your wash cycle. See “Cycle Guide” for details on cycle features.

To add an option to the cycle, touch its name – Steam Clean, EcoBoost™, Fan Dry, Extra Rinse, Cycle Signal, or Control Lock. To remove an option from the selected cycle, touch the option again.

The display will show the default settings for the selected cycle. To adjust a setting, touch its name – Wash Temp, Spin, Soil, or PreSoak. Adjusting settings will change the Estimated Time Remaining. Tightly packing the load, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may also cause the washer to increase the cycle time.

You can also adjust the detergent concentration and water hardness settings, if needed. Default settings are 2x detergent concentration and normal water hardness. If the detergent concentration is not listed on the package, see “About Detergent Concentration” to calculate the concentration.

To Adjust Dispenser Settings:

1.Touch DETERGENT CONCENTRATION until the desired concentration appears on the time display.

2.Touch WATER HARDNESS until the desired water hardness appears on the time display.

If you do not want to begin a cycle immediately, you may choose the Delay Wash option. This will delay the start of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours.

To set a delayed Start:

1.Touch ADJUST DELAY TIME + or – to set the desired delay time.

2.Touch START to start the delay countdown. The countdown stops blinking.

*Not all options and settings are available with all cycles. See “Cycle Guide” for available options and settings.

	12. Touch and hold START to begin			13. Remove garments promptly
	wash cycle			after cycle is finished

Touch and hold START to start the wash cycle. To pause a cycle in progress, touch START once, then touch and hold again to continue the cycle. To cancel a cycle, touch POWER.

Once you touch and hold START, you will hear the door lock, unlock, and lock again. The washer door will remain locked during the wash cycle.

Unlocking the door to add garments:

If you need to open the door to add 1 or 2 missed garments, you may do so while the “Add Garment” light is lit.

Touch START once; the door will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes. Then close door and touch and hold START again to restart the cycle.

Promptly remove garments after cycle

has completed to avoid odor and rusting of metal objects on garments. When unloading garments, pull back the door seal and check for small items between the tub and the washer drum.

If you will be unable to remove the load promptly, use the Fan Dry option. If the Fan Dry option is selected, the washer will automatically activate the fan and tumble

the load periodically for up to 12 hours. To turn off the Fan Dry option, touch POWER. To set the washer so that the Fan Dry option does not come on for future cycles, touch Fan Dry.

NOTE:

νThe door will remain locked while the Fan Dry option is active. To cancel the option and unlock the door, touch POWER.

νA small amount of water may remain in the dispensers after the wash cycle is complete. This is normal.

νThis washer has a tight seal to avoid water leaks. To avoid odors, leave the door open to allow the washer to dry between uses.

WASHER MAINTENANCE

WATER INLET HOSES

Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.

When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker.

WASHER CARE

Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at its Best

1.Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the HE detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to use. Never use more than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.

2.Use warm or hot water washes sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate.

3.Always leave the washer door slightly ajar between uses to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing residue.

Cleaning Your Front Loading Washer

Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles,

whichever occurs sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise accumulate in your washer.

Cleaning the Door Seal

1.Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer.

2.Inspect the gray colored seal between the door opening and the drum for stained areas or soil buildup. Pull back the seal to inspect all areas under the seal and to check for foreign objects.

3.If stained areas or soil buildup are found, wipe down these areas of the seal using either of the following two procedures:

a.affresh® Grit Grabber™ Cloth Procedure:

i.When the cycle is complete, gently pull back the rubber door seal and clean the entire surface with the rough side of the Grit Grabber™ cloth.

b.Dilute Liquid Chlorine Bleach Procedure:

i.Mix a dilute bleach solution, using 3/4 cup (177 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach and 1 gallon (3.8 L) of warm tap water.

ii.Wipe the seal area with the dilute solution, using a damp cloth.

iii.Let stand 5 minutes.

iv.Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let washer interior air dry with door open.

IMPORTANT:

νWear rubber gloves when cleaning with bleach.

νRefer to the bleach manufacturer’s instructions for proper use.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Cleaning the Inside of the Washer

This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in combination with affresh® Washer Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of the washer. Steam washer models also utilize steam to enhance cleaning in this special cycle.

NOTE: Read these instructions completely before beginning the cleaning process.

Begin procedure

1.affresh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended for Best Performance):

a.Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items.

b.Add an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet to the washer drum.

c.Do not add the affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet to the dispenser drawer.

d.Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer when following this procedure.

e.Close the washer door.

f.Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.

g.Touch and hold START to begin the cycle. The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below.

2.Chlorine Bleach Procedure:

a.Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items.

b.Open the dispenser drawer and add 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment.

NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is recommended above could cause washer damage over time.

c.Close the washer door and the dispenser drawer.

d.Do not add any detergent or other chemicals to the washer when following this procedure.

e.Close the washer door.

f.Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.

g.Touch and hold START to begin the cycle. The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:

1.The Clean Washer cycle will determine whether clothing or other items are in the washer.

2.If no items are detected in the washer, it will proceed with the cycle.

a.If any items are detected in the washer, “rL” (remove load) will be displayed. The door will unlock. Open washer and remove any garments from the washer drum.

b.Touch POWER to clear the “rL” code.

c.Touch and hold START to restart the cycle.

After the cycle is complete, leave the door open slightly to allow for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Cancellation of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:

If the Clean Washer cycle is canceled by the user after it has been initiated, it may take up to 30 minutes for the washer to purge any affresh® Cleaner, chlorine bleach, or other chemistry from the wash system and to adequately rinse any

remaining chemistry. The washer door will remain locked until the cancellation process has been completed. This ensures no cleaning chemistry will be carried over to the next wash cycle and reduces the potential for damage to subsequent loads of laundry or to the washer itself.

Clean Washer Cycle Cancellation Procedure:

1.Touch POWER on the washer once.

2.The washer will begin to drain and rinse away the remaining cleaning chemistry.

3.The cycle will complete the cancellation process in approximately 30 minutes or less.

4.The washer then can be used to either repeat the Clean Washer cycle or to wash laundry using one of the regular wash cycles selected by the user.

Cleaning the Dispensers

After a period of using your washer, you may find some residue buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove residue from the dispensers, remove the drawer and wipe the surfaces with a damp cloth and towel dry either before or after you run the Clean Washer cycle. Use an all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.

IMPORTANT: Dispenser is not dishwasher safe.

Cleaning the Outside of the Washer

Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to help keep it looking new. Use mild soap and water.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s finish, do not use abrasive products.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Removing the Dispenser:

To remove:

1.Pull dispenser drawer out until it stops.

2.Press down on the release tab and pull straight out to remove the dispenser.

3.Lift off cover panel by pulling straight up.

To replace:

1.Slide cover panel back onto posts on dispenser.

2. Align edges of dispenser with guides in washer, then slide dispenser back into slot.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Cleaning the Precision Dispense Cartridge

It is recommended that you rinse out the Precision Dispense cartridge when changing detergent types

or concentrations, or when the washer will not be used for an extended period.

1.Pull dispenser out until it stops.

2.Lift out the Precision Dispense cartridge.

3.Lift cover on cartridge and flush interior thoroughly with warm water.

4.Allow to air dry or wipe with a clean, soft towel.

IMPORTANT: Cartridge is not dishwasher safe.

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

1.Unplug or disconnect power to washer.

2.Turn off water supply to washer to avoid flooding due to water pressure surges.

3.Clean the dispensers. See “Cleaning the Dispensers.”

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1.Shut off both water faucets, disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in washer drum and run washer on NORMAL cycle for about 2 minutes to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3.Unplug washer or disconnect power.

TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

1.Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.

3.Disconnect drain hose from drain system and from back of washer.

4.Unplug power cord.

5.Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer drum.

6.Bundle power cord with a rubber band or cable tie to keep it from hanging onto the ground.

IMPORTANT: Call for service to install new transport bolts. Do not reuse transport bolts. Washer must be transported in the upright position. To avoid structural damage to

your washer, it must be properly set up for relocation by a certified technician.

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