Estate ETW4100SQ Owner's Manual

WASHER USER INSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONS D'UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE

Table of Contents Table des matières

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ...................................1

WASHER SAFETY................................................... 2

WASHER USE .........................................................3

WASHER CARE ......................................................5

TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................6

WARRANTY.............................................................9

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.................................10

SECURITE DE LA LAVEUSE ...............................11

UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE ...........................12

ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE .............................14

DÉPANNAGE......................................................... 15

GARANTIE.............................................................19

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Tenga listo su número de modelo completo. Pod de la lavadora.

.whirlpool.com.

rá encontrar el número de modelo y de serie en la etiqueta ubicada debajo de la tapa

Assistance or Service

If you need assistance or service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section. Additional help is available by calling our Customer eXperience Center at 1-800-253-1301 from anywhere in the U.S.A., or write:

Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances

Custom

Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

To order accessories, call 1-800-442-9991 or visit our website at www.estateappliances.com.

In Canada, for assistance, installation parts or

1-800-807-6777, or write

Custom

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3A7

In Canada, visit w Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

ww.whirlpoolparts.ca.

er eXperience Center

553 Benson Road

service, call us at

Whirlpool Canada LP

er Interaction Centre

1901 Minnesota Court

Accessories

Enhance your washer with these premium accessories.

For more high-quality items or to order, call 1-800

In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca.

-901-2042, or visit us at www.applianceaccessories.com.

obtener información adicional acerca de su producto,

Keep this book and your sales slip together for future reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in-warranty service.

Write down the following information about your appliance to help you need to know your complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label, located under the washer lid.

Dealer name____________________________________________________

Serial number __________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________

Phone number__________________________________________________

Model number __________________________________________________

Purchase date __________________________________________________

obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will

Part Number Accessory Part Number Accessory

8212656RP 10 ft (3.0 m) Black EPDM (2 pack) 8212641RP 5 ft (1.5 m) Black EPDM (2 pack)

8212638RP 6 ft (1.8 m) Nylon braided spac

90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings. (2-pack)

8212487RP 5 ft (1.5 m) Nylon braided fill hose. (2-pack) 8212526 Washer drip tray, fits under all

W10200843A

e-saving fill hose,

8212546RP 4 ft (1.2 m) Black EPDM (2 pack)

Part Number Accessory Part Number Accessory

8212637RP 6 ft (1.8 m) Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow,

hypro-blue steel couplings. (2-pack)

8212545RP 5 ft (1.5 m) Red and Blue EPDM. (2-pack) 1903WH Laundry supply storage cart

This washer does not include inlet water hoses.

31682 All purpose appliance cleaner

WASHER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

DANGER

WARNING

follow instructions.

You

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

WASHER USE

Starting Your Washer

WARNING

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.

1. Measure detergent and pour it into the washer. If desired, add

powdered or liquid color safe bleach.

op a sorted load of clothes loosely into your washer.

2. Dr

■ Load evenly to maintain washer balance. Mix large and

small items. Items should move easily through the wash water.

■ Load only to the top of the basket as shown. Overloading

can cause poor cleaning.

WARNING

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.

Style 1: W models)

■ Use only liquid chlorine bleach in this dispenser. Do not

ith liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some

use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or color-safe bleach to your load. Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Bleach is immediately fed into washer and is diluted automatically during the wash part of the cycle.

3. (OPTIONAL) Add liquid chlorine bleach. NOTE: Follow the garment and the chlorine bleach

manufacturers’ directions for proper use. Undiluted bleach will damage any fabric it touches. The damage appears as rips, holes, tears, or color loss and may not show up until several washings later. To avoid spilling, use a cup with a pouring spout. Do not let bleach splash, drip, or run down into the washer basket. Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Do not guess. Do not use more than the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a full load. Use less with a smaller load size.

Style 2: Without liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some models)

■ Let the washer fill and begin agitating the load.

■ Add bleach 5 minutes into the wash cycle for best

cleaning and so that bleach can be removed in the rinse cycle. Pour bleach around the agitator, not directly onto the

load to avoid damaging clothing or other items in the

load.

4. (OPTIONAL) Add liquid fabric softener. NOTE: Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the

clothes. Undiluted fabric softener can stain fabrics. Always dilute fabric softener with warm water. Using too much fabric softener can make some items (diapers and towels) nonabsorbent. If this happens, do not use on every load, or use less of it in each load.

Style 1:

With liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some

models)

■ Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser. Pour

measured liquid fabric softener into the dispenser. Softener is added automatically during the rinse portion of the cycle. Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See max fill line arrows.

Style 2: Without liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some models)

■ In the final rinse only, add fabric softener that has been

diluted with ½ to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water.

5. Close th

e washer lid. Washer will not agitate or spin with the

lid open.

6. Turn the LOAD SIZE or WATER LEVEL selector to the correct setting for your wash load and the type of fabric being washed. You may change the load size or water level selection after the washer has started filling by turning the selector to a different setting.

ect a Wash Temperature based on the type of fabric and

7. Sel soil being washed. Use the warmest wash water safe for the fabric. Follow garment label instructions.

Temperature Guide

Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics

Hot Whites and pastels

Durable garments Heavy soils

Warm Bright colors

Moderate to light soils

Cold Colors that bleed or fade

Light soils

In wash water temperatures colder than 60°F (15.6°C),

NOTE: detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult to remove. Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have increased pilling (the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments).

8. (OPTIONA

additional rinse and spin at the end of a wash cycle, set the EXTRA RINSE selector to ON. On some models, the EXTRA RINSE feature is part of the cycle.

9. (OPTIONAL) Some models have an END OF CYCLE SIGNAL

selector. Set this selector to ON if you want your washer to alert you when the wash cycle is complete.

10. Push

wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a small load size setting. Pull out the Cycle Control knob to start the washer.

To stop or restart your washer:

■ To stop the washer at any time, push in the Timer knob.

■ To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out

L) EXTRA RINSE selector (on some models). For an

in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the

the Timer knob.

WASHER CARE

Cleaning Your Washer

Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as detergent or bleach from the outside of your washer.

Clean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine

ch and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Pour this mixture into

blea your wa Repeat this process if necessary.

Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled washer safe.

Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some m

1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and

2. R

NOTE:

dispenser. To avoid damage to the washer or clothing, do not wash clothes with the liquid fabric softener dispenser removed or add detergent or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener only.

sher and run it through a complete cycle using hot water.

odels):

squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.

inse dispenser under warm water, then replace it.

Some models are equipped with a liquid fabric softener

Water Inlet Hoses

This washer does not include water inlet hoses. Whirlpool Corporation recommends use of factory specified parts. A list of factory specified hoses available for separate purchase are listed on the first page of this user instructions. These hoses are manufactured and tested to meet Whirlpool Corporation's specifications.

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

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

e date of

Moving and Storage

Because some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather, winterize it.

Winterizing your washer

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

hoses. Pour 1 qt (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze into the basket.

2. Run wa

to mix the antifreeze and remaining water.

3. Unplug washer or disconnect power. To use washer again

1. Flush water pip

Turn on both water faucets.

sher on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds

es and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses.

WARNING

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.

2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3. Run the washer through a complete cycle with 1 cup (250 mL)

of detergent to clean out antifreeze.

Storage, non-use, or vacation care

Operate your washer only when you are at home. If you will be on vacation or not using your washer for an extended period of time, you should:

1. Unplug

2. T

flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.

washer or disconnect power.

urn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly

avoid the cost of a service call.

In U.S.A. www.whirlpool.com In Canada www.whirlpool.ca

Washer and Components

Noisy

■ Is the load balanced and the washer level? The wash load

should be balanced and not overloaded. The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation Instructions.

■ Did you completely remove the yellow shipping strap with

shipping pins? See the Installation Instructions.

■ Are the gears engaging after the drain and before spin, or

is the upper part of agitator clicking during wash? These are normal washer noises.

Leaking

■ Check the following:

Are the fill hoses tight? Are the fill hose washers properly seated? Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? See the

Installation I

■ Is the sink or drain clogged? Sink and standpipe must be

able to handle 17 gal. (64 L) of water per minute.

■ Is water deflecting off the tub ring or the load? Center the

tub before starting the washer. The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. The fill or spray rinses can deflect off the load. The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs (if needed). See the Installation Instructions.

■ Check household plumbing for leaks.

Basket crooked

nstructions.

Dispensers clogged or bleach leaking

■ Did you follow the manufacturer’s directions when adding

detergent and fabric softener to the dispensers (on some models)? Measure detergent and fabric softener. Slowly pour

into the dispensers. Wipe up all spills. Dilute fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser.

■ Did you put powdered or color-safe bleach into the liquid

chlorine bleach dispenser (on some models)? Add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach directly to the basket. Do not use the chlorine bleach dispenser for color-safe bleach.

Washer Operation

Washer won’t run, fill, rinse, or agitate; washer stops

WARNING

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.

■ Was the washer basket pulled forward during loading?

Push the basket to the center before starting wash.

■ Is the load balanced and the washer level? The wash load

■ The washer basket moves while washing. This is normal.

Agitator operation

■ The top of the agitator is loose, or moves in only one

direction. This is normal.

■ Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong

outlet? Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■ Are you using an extension cord? Do not use an extension

cord.

■ Is the indicator on the Timer knob properly lined up with a

cycle? Turn the Timer knob to the right slightly and pull to start.

■ Are the water inlet valve screens clogged? Tur n off the

water and remove inlet hoses from the washer. Remove any accumulated film or particles. Reinstall hoses, turn on water and check for leaks.

■ Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on? Tur n

on the water.

■ Is the water inlet hose kinked? Straighten the hoses.

■ Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer

appear to not fill completely? The top of the agitator is much higher than the highest water level. This is normal and necessary for clothes to move freely.

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