Estate ETW4400VQ1, ETW4400VQ0 Owner’s Manual

WASHER USERINSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONSD'UTILISATIONDE LA LAVEUSE

TableofContents/Tabledes mati@res

ASSlSTANCE OR SERVICE ....................................................................1 SECURITE DE LA LAVEUSE ......................................................................8

WASHER SAFETY ....................................................................................2 UTILISATIONDE LA LAVEUSE ..................................................................9

WASHER USE ..........................................................................................3 ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE ..................................................................11

TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................................5 DEPANNAGE .............................................................................................12

WARRANTY ..............................................................................................7 GARANTIE ..................................................................................................15

Para obtener acceso al manual de uso y cuidado en espar_ol, o para obtener informaci6n adicional acerca de su producto, visite:
www.whirlpool.com.

Tenga listo su nQmero de modelo complete. Podra encontrar el nQmero de modelo y de serie en la etiqueta ubicada debajo de la tapa
de la lavadora.

AssistanceorService

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

Customer eXperience Center

553 Benson Road

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 service, call us at
1-800-807-6777, or write:

Whirlpool Canada LP

Customer Interaction Centre

1901 Minnesota Court

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3A7

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

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

Enhance your washer with these premium accessories.
For more high-quality items or to order, call 1-800-901-2042, or visit us at www.applianceaccessories.com. In Canada, call

1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpoolparts.ca.

Part Number Accessory Part Number Accessory
8212638RP 6 ft (1.8 m) nylon braided space-saving fill 8212487RP 5 ft (1.5 m) nylon braided fill hose. Safer than

8212526 Washer drip tray, fits under all 1903WH Laundry supply storage cart

31682 All purpose appliance cleaner

W10150606A

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

Safer than stainless steel. (2-pack)

WASHERSAFETY

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

follow instructions.

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

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 door or lid.

[] Do not reach into the washer if the drum, 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 manual or in
published user-repair instructions that you understand and

have the skills to carry out.

[] See "Electrical Requirements" for grounding instructions.

WASHERUSE

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.

2. Drop a sorted load of clothes loosely into your washer.

• 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.

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 1: With liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on some
models)

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

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 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.

Style2:Withoutliquidfabricsoftenerdispenser(onsome
models)

• Inthefinalrinseonly,addfabricsoftenerthathasbeen
dilutedwith1/2to1cup(125to250mL)warmwater•

5. Closethewasherlid.Washerwillnotagitateorspinwiththe
lidopen.

6. TurntheLOADSIZEorWATERLEVELselectortothecorrect
settingforyourwashloadandthetypeoffabricbeing
washed.Youmaychangetheloadsizeorwaterlevelselection

afterthewasherhasstartedfillingbyturningtheselectortoa
differentsetting.

7. SelectaWashTemperaturebasedonthetypeoffabricand
soilbeingwashed.Usethewarmestwashwatersafeforthe

fabric•Followgarmentlabelinstructions•

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

NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 60°F (15.6°C),
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. (OPTIONAL) EXTRA RINSE selector (on some models). For an
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.

fO. Push in the Cycle Control knob and turn it clockwise to the

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 the

Timer knob.

Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some
models):

1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and
squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.

2. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it.

NOTE: Some models are equipped with a liquid fabric softener
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.

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.

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 washer on a drain and spin setting for about 30 seconds
to mix the antifreeze and remaining water.

3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.

To use washer again

1. Flush water pipes and hoses• Reconnect water inlet hoses.
Turn on both water faucets.

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.

WASHERCARE

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
bleach and 2 cups (500 mL) of detergent. Pour this mixture into
your washer and run it through a complete cycle using hot water•
Repeat this process if necessary.

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

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 washer or disconnect power•

2. Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid
flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you are away.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Firsttry the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...

W_ _:h#_ @'d Co "__4:SOA@AI'S

Noisy

• Is the load balanced and the washer level? The wash lead
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

• Checkthe following:
Are the fill hoses tight?
Are the fill hose washers properly seated?
Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? See the Installation

Instructions,

• 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

• 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
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,

• 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,

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.

el" Oses%4fos

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

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.

• 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? Turn 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? Turn
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.

• Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker
tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the
problem continues, call an electrician,

• Is the washer in a normal pause in the cycle? The washer
pauses for about 2 minutes during certain cycles. Allow the
cycle to continue. Some cycles feature periods of agitation

and soak.

• Is the washer overloaded? Wash smaller loads.

• Is the lid open? The lid must be closed during operation.
Washer will not agitate or spin with the lid open,

Washer won't drain or spin

• Is the drain hose clogged, or the end of the drain hose
more than 96" (244 cm) above the floor? See the Installation

Instructions for proper installation of drain hose.