Estate ETW4100SQ4, ETW4400VQ2, ETW4400WQ1, ETW4400WQ0, ETW4400VQ3 Owner’s Manual

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WASHERUSERINSTRUCTIONS

INSTRUCTIONSD'UTILISATIONDELALAVEUSE

Table of Contents

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

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

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

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

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

WAR RANTY ............................................................. 9

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de la lavadora.

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

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

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

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

DI=PANNAGE......................................................... 15

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

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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

In Canada, visit www.whirlpoolparts.ca.
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

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 space-saving fill hose, 8212546RP 4 ft (1.2 m) Black EPDM (2 pack)

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

W10200843A

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

Part Number Accessory Part Number Accessory

8212637RP 6 ft (1.8 m) Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, 31682 All purpose appliance cleaner

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.

hypro-blue steel couplings. (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 injuryto 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.

2

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, e×plosion, or fire.

1.

Measure detergent and pour it intothe 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 afull load. Use less
with a smaller load size.

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: 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.

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 1/2to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water.

5. Close the 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.

7. Select a Wash Temperature based on the type of fabric and
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

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.

g.

(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 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.

4

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.

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.

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 the date of
replacement on the label with a permanent marker.

3 to c,ge

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.

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 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

Dispensers clogged or bleach leaking

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 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

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 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.

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 isnormal.

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? 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.