Kenmore HE2t User Manual

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CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL

L-78

EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS

FRONT-LOADING

AUTOMATIC

WASHER

MODELS: WFW8300SW, WFW8500SW, WFW8500SR

JOB AID

Part No. 8178558

FORWARD

This Whirlpool Job Aid, “Duet SportFront-Loading Automatic Washer” (Part No. 8178558), provides the technician with information on the installation, operation, and service of the Duet SportFront-Loading Automatic Washer. For specific information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,” or “Tech Sheet” provided with the washer.

The Wiring Diagram used in this Job Aid is typical and should be used for training purposes only. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing the unit.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

The goal of this Job Aid is to provide information that will enable the service technician to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Duet SportFront-Loading Automatic Washer.

The objectives of this Job Aid are to:

Understand and follow proper safety precautions.

Successfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.

Successfully perform necessary repairs.

Successfully return the washer to its proper operational status.

WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made on our products by anyone other than Authorized Service Technicians.

Copyright © 2006, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Washer Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Model & Serial Number Designations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Model & Serial Number Label And Tech Sheet Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

INSTALLATION INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

PRODUCT OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Features And Benefits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Washer Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Washer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

COMPONENT ACCESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Removing The Console And The Touchpad/LED Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Removing The Central Control Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Removing The Water Inlet Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Removing The Pressure Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Removing The Line Filter & Power Supply Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Removing The Detergent Dispenser Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Removing The Detergent Dispenser Motor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13

Removing The Door Switch Assembly And The Bellows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

Removing The Drain Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17

Removing The ECO Valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19

Removing The Motor Control Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20

Removing The Temperature Sensor & Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22

Removing The Drive Belt And Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23

Removing An Interlock Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-25

Removing The Basket Drive Pulley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27

Removing The Tub & Basket And Baffle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28

COMPONENT TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Inlet Valve Solenoids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Pressure Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Line Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3

Detergent Dispenser Motor & Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4

Door Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5

Drain Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6

Temperature Sensor & Heater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7

Drive Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

Interlock Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8

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DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Diagnostic Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

Failure/Error Display Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2

Diagnostic Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5

Error History Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

History Overview Test Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6

Manual Diagnostic Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Manual Overview Test Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Electronic Assemblies - Removal Or Replacement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8

Washer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-11

WIRING DIAGRAMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1

Grounding System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2

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GENERAL

WASHER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on the 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:

DANGER

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.

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS

MODEL NUMBER

MODEL NUMBER

 

W

 

F

 

W

 

8

 

3 00 S W 0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BRAND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

W = Whirlpool

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ACCESS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F = Front Loading

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRODUCT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

W = Washer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SERIES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 = Whirlpool Leap

6 = Oasis

 

 

7 = 24˝ Front Load

8 = Mid Line Front Load

 

 

9 = Duet Front Load

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRICE POINT LEVELS (1 - 9)

TRADE PARTNER ID (00 = BRANDED)

YEAR OF INTRODUCTION

S = 2006, T = 2007

COLOR CODE

T = Biscuit

Q = White

W = White With Metallic Accent

R = White With Metallic (Sport Only)

ENGINEERING CHANGE (NUMERIC)

SERIAL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

 

HL

 

T

 

35

 

10901

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIVISION RESPONSIBILITY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Horizontal Washer Facility,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monterrey, MX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

YEAR OF PRODUCTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

T = 2006

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WEEK OF PRODUCTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

35 = 35th Week

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL

AND TECH SHEET LOCATIONS

The Model & Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.

Model & Serial Number Label

Tech Sheet (Behind Lower Access Panel)

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number

WFW8300SW

WFW8500SW

WFW8500SR

Model Description

Front Load Washer

Front Load Washer

Front Load Washer

 

 

 

 

Color

White with

White with

White with Sterling

 

Gray Accents

Gray Accents

Bright Accents

 

 

 

 

Capacity (Cu.Ft. IEC)

3.3

3.6

3.6

Temperature Control

ATC - 2

ATC - 4

ATC - 4

 

 

 

 

Heater

No

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

Sensors

Suds Sensor,

Suds Sensor,

Suds Sensor,

 

NTC (Thermistor),

NTC (Thermistor),

NTC (Thermistor),

 

Water Level Sensor

Water Level Sensor

Water Level Sensor

 

 

 

 

Tumble Speed

Heavy Duty &

Heavy Duty &

Heavy Duty &

 

Normal = 40/35 RPM

Normal = 40/35 RPM

Normal = 40/35 RPM

 

Gentle = 31 RPM

Gentle = 31 RPM

Gentle = 31 RPM

 

 

 

 

Spin Speed

High = 1050 RPM

High = 1100 RPM

High = 1100 RPM

 

Medium = 800 RPM

Medium = 800 RPM

Medium = 800 RPM

 

Low = 600 RPM

Low = 600 RPM

Low = 600 RPM

 

 

 

 

Motor

Variable Speed; 1/4 HP

Variable Speed; 1/4 HP

Variable Speed; 1/4 HP

 

 

 

 

Voltage

120V

120V

120V

 

 

 

 

Frequency

60 Hz

60 Hz

60 Hz

Amps

10 Amp

10 Amp

10 Amp

 

 

 

 

Water Consumption Average

12.77

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DOE (Gallons-Per-Cycle)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rated Load

15.43 lbs. (7 kg)

17.64 lbs. (8 kg)

17.64 lbs. (8 kg)

 

 

 

 

Load Pounds

Maximum = 11.7

 

 

 

Average = 7.35

N/A

N/A

 

Minimum = 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

Height

36.0"

36.0"

36.0"

 

 

 

 

Install Depth: Min - Max

29.25"

30.00"

30.00"

 

 

 

 

Width

27"

27"

27"

 

 

 

 

Product Weight (approx)

242 lbs.

242 lbs.

242 lbs.

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INSTALLATION INFORMATION

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

TOOLS AND PARTS

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The parts supplied are in the washer drum.

Tools needed for connecting the water inlet hoses

Pliers (that open to 1-9/16˝ [39.5 mm])

Flashlight (optional)

Tools needed for installation

Open end wrenches 17 mm and 13 mm

Level

Wood block

Ruler or measuring tape

Parts supplied

If You Have

You Will Need to Buy

 

 

Laundry tub or

Sump pump system (if not already

standpipe taller

available)

than 96" (2.4 m)

 

 

 

Overhead sewer

Standard 20 gal. (76 L), 30" (76.2 cm)

 

tall drain tub or utility sink and sump

 

pump (available from local plumbing

 

suppliers)

 

 

Floor drain

Siphon break, Part Number 285834;

 

additional drain hose

 

Part Number 8318155; and connector

 

kit, Part Number 2858835

 

 

Drain hose too

4 ft (1.2 m) drain hose extension kit,

short

Part Number 2858863

 

 

Water faucets

2 longer water fill hoses:

beyond reach of

6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314

fill hoses

10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008

A B C D

 

E

A. U-shaped hose form

D. Transit bolt hole plug

B. Water inlet hoses (2)

E. Beaded tie strap

C. Inlet hose washers (4)

 

Alternate Parts

Your installation may require additional parts. If you are interested in purchasing one of the items listed here, call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section in the “Use & Care Guide.”

OPTIONS

Pedestal

You have the option of purchasing pedestals of different heights separately for this washer. You may select a 10˝ (25.4 cm) or a 15.5˝ (39.4 cm) pedestal. Remember that the pedestal will add to the total height of the unit.

 

Optional pedestal

 

 

Pedestal

Approximate

Color

Model

Height

Height with

 

Number

 

Washer

 

 

10" (25.4 cm)

46" (116.8 cm)

White

WHP1000SQ

 

 

 

 

15.5" (39.4 cm)

51.5" (130.8 cm)

White

WHP1500SQ

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Stack Kit

Are you planning to stack your washer and dryer? To do so you will need to purchase a Stack Kit.

To order, call the dealer from whom you purchased your dryer or refer to the “Assistance or Service” section in the “Use & Care Guide.” Ask for Part Number 8572546.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Selecting the proper location for your washer improves performance and minimizes noise and possible washer “walk.”

The washer can be installed under a custom counter, or in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. See “Drain System.”

Companion appliance location requirements should also be considered. Proper installation is your responsibility.

You will need

A water heater set to deliver 120°F (49°C) water to the washer.

A grounded electrical outlet located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of where the power cord is attached to the back of the washer. See “Electrical Requirements.”

Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves, and water pressure of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa).

A level floor with a maximum slope of 1˝(2.5 cm) under entire washer. Installing the washer on soft floor surfaces, such as carpets or surfaces with foam backing, is not recommended.

A sturdy and solid floor to support the washer with a total weight (water and load) of 400 lbs (180 kg).

Do not operate your washer in temperatures below 32°F (0°C). Some water can remain in the washer and can cause damage in low temperatures.

Installation Clearances

The location must be large enough to allow the washer door to be fully opened.

Additional spacing should be considered for ease of installation and servicing. The door opens more than 90°, and it is not reversible.

Additional clearances might be required for wall, door, and floor moldings.

Additional spacing of 1˝ (2.5 cm) on all sides of the washer is recommended to reduce noise transfer.

Companion appliance spacing should also be considered.

Washer Dimensions

27" 50¹⁄4 " (68.6 cm)

(127.6 cm)

36" (91.4 cm)

29¹⁄4 "

(74.3 cm)

Recommended installation spacing for custom undercounter installation

The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing.

Custom undercounter installation - Washer only

2" (5 cm)

 

 

36" min.

 

 

(91.4 cm)

 

 

1"

27"

1"

(2.5 cm)

(68.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

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Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with or without a pedestal

The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing.

Recessed area or closet installation

 

 

 

 

3"

 

 

 

 

(7.6 cm)

 

 

48"

48 in.2

 

 

 

(310 cm 2)

 

 

 

(122 cm)

 

 

 

 

 

24 in.2

3"

 

 

 

(155 cm 2)

 

 

 

 

(7.6 cm)

1"

29¹⁄4"

4"

 

 

(2.5 cm)

(80 cm)

(10.2 cm)

 

 

 

A

 

 

B

A.Side view - closet or confined area

B.Closet door with vents

Recessed or closet installation - Washer on pedestal

1"

27"

1"

(2.5 cm)

(68.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

 

 

38" min.

 

 

(96.5 cm)

1"

29¹⁄4"

4"

(2.5 cm)

(80 cm)

(10.2 cm)

A B

A.Recessed area

B.Side view - closet or confined area

Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet installation, with stacked washer and dryer

The dimensions shown, at the top of the right column, are for the recommended spacing.

48 in2 *

(310 cm2)

3" (7.6 cm)

 

3" (7.6 cm)

24 in2 *

1" (2.5 cm)

(155 cm2)

 

 

12" (30.5 cm)

72" (182.9 cm)

5 ¹⁄4"**

 

1"***

 

(13.3 cm)

 

(2.5 cm)

27"

1"***

(68.6 cm)

(2.5 cm)

*Min. top and bottom air openings for closet door. **External exhaust elbow requires additional space.

***Wall, door and floor molding may require additional spacing.

Recommended installation spacing for cabinet installation

The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing.

For cabinet installation with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in the top are required.

7" (17.8 cm)

7" (17.8 cm)

9"

(22.9 cm)

4"

31¹⁄2 "

1"

1"

27"

1"

(10.2 cm) (80.0 cm) (2.5 cm)

(2.5 cm) (68.6 cm) (2.5 cm)

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DRAIN SYSTEM

The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain system. Select the drain hose installation method you need. See “Tools and Parts.”

Standpipe drain system - wall or floor (views A & B)

The standpipe drain requires a minimum diameter standpipe of 2˝ (5 cm). The minimum carry-away capacity can be no less than 17 gal. (64 L) per minute.

The top of the standpipe must be at least 30˝ (76.2 cm) high and no higher than 96˝ (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer.

Laundry tub drain system (view A)

The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 L) capacity.The top of the laundry tub must be at least 30˝ (76.2 cm) above the floor.

Floor drain system (view B)

The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be purchased separately. See “Tools and Parts.”

The siphon break must be a minimum of 28˝ (71 cm) from the bottom of the washer. Additional hoses might be needed.

26" min.

(66 cm)

30" min. (76.2 cm)

A B

30" min. (76.2 cm)

A B

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15or 20amp, fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.

This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug.

To minimize possible shock hazard, the

cord must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

Do not ground to a gas pipe.

Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded.

Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a grounded, cord-connected washer:

This washer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This washer is equipped with a cord having an equip- ment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

For a permanently connected washer:

This washer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

REMOVE TRANSPORT SYSTEM

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install washer.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

IMPORTANT: Position the washer so that the rear of the unit is within approximately 3 ft (90 cm) of the final location.

There are 4 bolts in the rear panel of the washer that support the suspension system during transportation. These bolts also retain the power cord inside the washer until the bolts are removed.

1.Using a 13 mm wrench, loosen each of the bolts.

2.Once the bolt is loose, move it to the center of the hole and completely pull out the bolt, including the plastic spacer covering the bolt.

3.Once all 4 bolts are removed, discard the bolts and spacers. Then pull the power cord through the opening of the rear panel and close the hole with the attached cap.

4.Close the bolt holes with the 4 transport bolt hole plugs.

NOTE: If the washer is to be transported at a later date, call your local service center. To avoid suspension and structural damage, your machine must be properly set up for relocation by a certified technician.

CONNECT THE INLET HOSES

Insert new flat washers (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings.

AB

A.Coupling

B.Washer

Connect the inlet hoses to the water faucets

Make sure the washer drum is empty.

1.Attach a hose to the hot water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

2.Attach a hose to the cold water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

3.Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on the valve. Damage to the valves can result.

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Clear the water lines

1.Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses, into a laundry tub, drainpipe or bucket, to get rid of particles in the water lines that might clog the inlet valve screens.

2.Check the temperature of the water to make sure that the hot water hose is connected to the hot water faucet and that the cold water hose is connected to the cold water faucet.

Connect the inlet hoses to the washer

HC

NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates on the hoses for future reference.

Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.

ROUTE THE DRAIN HOSE

Proper routing of the drain hose protects your floors from damage due to water leakage. Read and follow these instructions.

Remove drain hose from the washer

Gently pull the corrugated drain hose from the shipping clips.

H. Hot water inlet

C.Cold water inlet

1.Attach the hot water hose to the washer’s hot (H) water inlet valve. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

2.Attachthecoldwaterhosetothewasher’s cold (C) water faucet. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the washer.

3.Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional two-thirds turn.

NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result.

4.Turn on the water faucets completely and check for leaks.

Laundry tub drain or standpipe drain

Connect the drain hose form to the corrugated drain hose.

AB

A.Snap either end of the drain hose form to the drain hose at the point where the corrugation begins.

B.Bend drain hose over drain hose form and snap into place.

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To keep drain water from going back into the washer:

Do not straighten the drain hose, and do not force excess drain hose into standpipe. Hose should be secure, but loose enough to provide a gap for air.

Do not lay excess hose on the bottom of the laundry tub.

Floor drain

You may need additional parts. See Floor Drain under “Tools and Parts.”

SECURE THE DRAIN HOSE

1.Drape the power cord over the washer top.

2.Move the washer to its final location.

3.Place the drain hose in the laundry tub or standpipe. See illustrations A and B.

A B C

4.If the washer faucets and the drain standpipe are recessed, put the hooked end of the drain hose in the standpipe. See illustration C.

NOTES:

Do not force excess drain hose back into the rear of the washer.

To prevent siphoning, do not seal the drain hose into the standpipe.

LEVEL THE WASHER

One foot has been installed at a different height on your new washer. The other three feet were preset at the factory. Properly leveling your washer will minimize excessive noise and vibration.

1.Push on the upper front panel to be sure that the washer is on the rear feet. Lower the right front foot until it contacts the floor. Check the levelness of the washer by placing a level on the top edge of the washer, first side to side, then front to back.

If the washer is against a wall, move the washer out slightly before tipping back. First prop the front with a wood block and adjust the feet as necessary; then prop the back and adjust feet as necessary. Repeat this step until washer is level.

2.Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting on the floor. Then check that the appliance is perfectly level (use a level).

3.After the washer is level, use a 17 mm open-end wrench to turn the nuts on the feet tightly against the washer cabinet.

IMPORTANT: All four feet must be tightened. If the nuts are not tight against the washer cabinet, the washer may vibrate.

4.When you are pushing on the edges of the washing machine top plate, the machine should not move front to back, side to side, or diagonally.

5.Slide the washer to its final location.

6.Confirm the levelness of the washer.

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COMPLETE INSTALLATION

1.Check the electrical requirements. Be sure that you have the correct electrical supply and the recommended grounding method. See “Electrical Requirements.”

2.Check to be sure all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through the steps to see which step was skipped.

3.Check that you have all of your tools.

4.Dispose of or recycle all packaging materials.

5.Check that the water faucets are on.

6.Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.

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.

7.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

8.Read “Washer Use.”

9.To test and to clean your washer, use 1/2 the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium sized load. Pour the detergent into the detergent dispenser. Select NORMAL/CASUAL, and then select START. Allow the washer to complete one whole cycle.

Use only HE High Efficiency detergent.

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— NOTES —

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PRODUCT OPERATION

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

The front-loading high efficiency washer was designed to conserve resources and lower your water and energy bills.The washer is designed to determine and then provide the amount of water needed for the best performance. The time of operation may be greater for this new system than for a conventional washer.

ELECTRONIC CONTROLS

Flexible electronic controls are easy to use whether you are a beginner or an expert.

AUTO WATER LEVEL

Adjusting to the size of the load, this feature allows the washer to use the minimal amount of water needed to clean and rinse the clothes. With a low water level, you can obtain the same results with smaller amounts of additives. Because only the required amount of water is used, the washer saves energy, too. You can obtain the same washing results for small and large loads size.

LARGER LOAD SIZE

Since there is no agitator, you can wash larger, bulkier items such as an average size sleeping bag. You are also able to wash more clothes at one time, which means fewer loads. You can wash a pillow or a large stuffed teddy bear.

STAINLESS STEEL DRUM

The stainless steel drum eliminates corrosion and enables higher spin speeds for more water extraction, reducing drying time.

ADAPTIVE VARIABLE SPEED MOTOR

The motor adapts to the load size and to the cycle selected to give the optimum cleaning, rinsing,andspinningconditions.Themotorcan handle slow speeds needed for delicate items and is powerful enough to drive an average clothes load up to a high-speed spin.

SPIN SPEEDS

This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the cycle selected. For some cycles, the default spin speed can be changed if desired. This washer offers up to three different spin speed choices.

ADD A GARMENT

This option is available in all wash cycles except Rinse/Spin and Drain/Spin. When this option is available at the beginning of the cycle the Add A Garment status light will illuminate for the first 7 minutes. This washer allows a 7-minute period in which forgotten garments may be added to a load.

SUSPENSION SYSTEM

To reduce washer “walk” and “off-balance” conditions, your new washer combines:

2 Springs to isolate vibration

3 or 4 shock absorbers at the washer base to minimize movement

DYNAMIC BALANCE

Aprecisionbalancingsystemallowsthewasher to reach high-speed spins. The washer spins faster so that clothes coming out of the washer will have less moisture than with traditional top load machines. In addition, if the Dynamic Balance system detects off-balance loads during spinning, it redistributes the clothes so that they are evenly balanced.

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SMART DISPENSERS

The three compartments in the dispenser allow loading of all laundry additives before the washer is started. The additives will be dispensed into the wash at the optimal time for high performance cleaning. The bleach release system is included in the detergent advantage system. The detergent is added at the beginning of the cycle, and the bleach is

added after the enzymes have had a chance to do their cleaning. The fabric softener is dispensed in the rinse cycle or in the EXTRA RINSE, if selected. The Detergent Advantage System Dispenser tray is easily removed for cleaning.

Use only HE High Efficiency detergent.

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Kenmore HE2t User Manual

WASHER USE

MODEL WFW8300S

MODEL WFW8500S

STARTING THE WASHER

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.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSbeforeoperating this appliance.

The following is a guide to using the washer. Please refer to specific sections of this manual for more detailed information.

Do not store laundry products on the top surface of this washer. Vibration is normal during operation.

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USING THE PROPER DETERGENT

UseonlyHighEfficiencydetergents.Thepackage for this type of detergent will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” This wash system, along with less water, will create too much sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

Use only HE High Efficiency detergent.

First Wash Cycle Without Laundry

Before washing clothes for the first time, if not completed during the final installation step, choose the Normal/Casual cycle and run it without clothes. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use 1/2 the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-sized load.This initialcycleservestoensuretheinteriorisclean before washing clothes.

For All Wash Cycles

1.To load washer

Open the washer door by pulling on the handle.Sortlaundryaccordingtocolorand typeoffabric.Placealoadofsortedclothes in the washer. Do not overload washer. Overloading can cause poor cleaning.

The washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed. Washer door should close easily.

Mix large and small items. Avoid washing a single item. Load evenly.

Wash small items such as infant socks in mesh garment bags. It is recommended that more than one garment bag be used and that each garment bag be filled with equal amounts of material.

When unloading garments, occasionally check under the rubber rim at the front of the tub for small items.

2.Close the washer door by pushing it firmly until the lock clicks. The washer door will remain locked during the wash cycle.

NOTE:Afteranywashcycleiscompleted, the door must be opened and then closed before a new cycle can begin. The door can be opened only if PAUSE/CANCEL is selected while the ADD A GARMENT light is illuminated or if the cycle has been canceled. See “To cancel a cycle” in the “Changing Cycles and Options Section.”

3.Open the dispenser drawer and add laundry additives to the detergent, bleach, or fabric softener compartments. Close drawer slowly to avoid spills. See “Using the Dispenser.”

4.Turn on the washer by selecting POWER. Selectoneofthecyclesbyturningthecycle selector.Theindicatorlightfortheselected cycle will illuminate. When selecting a Wash Cycle, the preset Modifiers and Options,WaterTemp,andSpinSpeedforthe selected cycle will illuminate. The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for the selected cycle. See “Wash Cycles.”

5.Select the desired OPTIONS. Not all Options are available with all cycles. See “Options.”

6.If desired, select the END OF CYCLE SIGNAL. The signal is helpful when you arewashingitemsthatshouldberemoved fromthewasherassoonasitstops.Press END OF CYCLE SIGNAL to select ON or OFF.

7.To begin the wash cycle immediately

SelectandholdSTART(forapproximately 1 second).

If you do not select START within 5 minutes of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off.

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When the wash cycle is complete, the CYCLE COMPLETE status light illuminates, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be removed from the washer. The washer powers down automatically 5 minutes after the cycle is complete and the CYCLE COMPLETE light goes off.To power down the washer manually after the wash cycle is complete, select PAUSE/CANCEL once.

8.To begin the wash cycle later

Select DELAY WASH until the desired delay time (in hours) is displayed. Select START. The countdown to the wash cycle will show in the display window.

IMPORTANT:Whendelayingacycle,use onlypowdereddetergentsinthemainwash compartment since liquid detergents may seepoutofthecompartmentduringDelay, before the wash cycle begins.

USING THE DISPENSER

The washer has a dispenser drawer with three separate compartments for your laundry ad- ditives—one is for detergent, one is for liquid chlorine bleach, and one is for liquid fabric softener. Laundry additives are diluted and dispensed automatically at the proper time during the wash cycle, making it unnecessary for you to return to the washer during the cycle to add them.

It is normal for small amounts of water to remain in the dispensers when the wash cycle is complete.

Do not put laundry additives directly into the wash tub. Always use the proper dispensers when adding laundry additives.

Choosing the Right Detergent

UseonlyHighEfficiencydetergents.Thepackage for this type of detergent will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” This wash system, along with less water, will create too much sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing

performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

Use only HE High Efficiency detergent.

To fill dispenser compartments

1.Pull out the dispenser drawer.

2.Add the desired laundry additives to the proper compartment.

3.Push in the dispenser drawer slowly and completely (to avoid a spill).

A

C

 

MAX

DETERGENT

LIQUID BLEACH

 

SOFTENER

B

MAX

D

Dispenser

A.Dispenser release lever

B.Main Wash detergent compartment

C.Liquid chlorine bleach compartment

D.Fabric softener compartment

Main Wash detergent compartment

(Letter B in Dispenser Illustration)

Add liquid or powdered HE detergent to this compartment for your main wash cycle.

Powdered color-safe bleach may be added to the Main Wash compartment along with

the powdered detergent.

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Liquid detergent: Measure the amount of liquid detergent with the measurement devicewhichcomeswiththedetergent.Addno morethanthemanufacturer’srecommended amount. The liquid detergent flows immediately into the washer.

Powdereddetergent:Measuretheamountof powdered detergent with the measurement device which comes with the detergent.Add no more than the manufacturer’s recommended amount.

NOTE: Overfilling could cause an oversudsing condition.

Chlorine bleach compartment

(Letter C in Dispenser Illustration)

Add NO MORE THAN 2/3 cup (160 mL) liquid chlorinebleachtothiscompartment.Thebleach will be automatically diluted and dispensed at the best time during the first rinse after the wash cycle. This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach.

Use only liquid chlorine bleach in this dispenser. Do not use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or any form of colorsafe bleach to your load.

Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup with a pour spout; do not guess. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for proper use.

Do not fill beyond the “MAX” level.

NOTE:Overfillingcouldcausegarmentdamage.

Fabric softener compartment

(Letter D in Dispenser Illustration)

Add 1/4 cup (60 mL) liquid fabric softener to this compartment. Fabric softener will be automatically dispensed in the final rinse or in the EXTRA RINSE, if selected.

• Do not fill beyond the “MAX” level.

PAUSING OR RESTARTING

1.To pause the washer at any time, select PAUSE/CANCEL.

2.To continue the cycle, select and hold START (for approximately 1 second).

CHANGING CYCLES AND OPTIONS

Not all Options are available with all Cycles.

Cycles and Options can be changed anytime before START is selected.

To stop a cycle and select a new cycle

1.Select PAUSE/CANCEL once.

2.Select desired cycle.

3.Select the desired OPTIONS.

4.SelectandholdSTART(forapproximately 1 second) to restart the washer at the beginning of the new cycle.

To cancel a cycle

1.Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice.

2.The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can be removed.

NOTE: If the water level or the temperature is too high, the washer will drain automatically before the door unlocks.

To change Options after the cycle has started

1.Select PAUSE/CANCEL once.

2.Select the desired OPTIONS. If the option is not available, the machine will beep.

3.SelectandholdSTART(forapproximately 1 second) to continue the cycle.

To drain the washer manually

1.Select PAUSE/CANCEL.

2.Select DRAIN/SPIN.

3.SelectandholdSTART(forapproximately 1 second) to begin the drain.

4.When the spin is complete, the door unlocks. Items can be removed from the washer.

STATUS LIGHTS

Theselightsshowwhichportionofthecyclethe washer is operating. They also indicate when you can add an additional item to the wash cycle and when the controls are locked.

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Adding items

Youcanadditemstothewasherafterthewash cyclehasstarted,iftheADDAGARMENTstatus light is illuminated. All cycles have this feature except Rinse/Spin and Drain/Spin.

To add items

1.SelectPAUSE/CANCEL.Thewasherdoor unlocks, and items can be added.

2.To continue the cycle, close the door and select and hold START(for approximately 1 second).

3.TounlockthedooraftertheAddaGarment period,pressPAUSE/CANCELtwice.This will cancel the Wash Cycle.

Cycle Complete

The Cycle Complete light stays on for 5 minutes after the cycle is complete. The washer will then power down.

Locking controls

The Control Lock avoids unintended use of the washer. You can also use the control lock feature to avoid unintended cycle or option changes during a cycle. When CONTROL LOCKED is lit, all buttons are disabled except for PAUSE/CANCELand START. You can lock the controls while the washer is operating.

To lock the controls

Select and hold END OF CYCLE SIGNAL for 3 seconds. The CONTROL LOCKED status light illuminates.

To unlock the controls

Select and hold END OF CYCLE SIGNALfor 3 seconds until the CONTROL LOCKED Status light turns off.

Estimated Time Remaining

The cycle times vary automatically based on your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. The cycle time will be extended if oversudsing occurs or the load is unbalanced. The SUDs routine removes extra suds and assures proper rinsing of your garments. The options you select will also affect the cycle times that are shown in the Preset Cycle Settings table. The Estimated Time Remaining can change up to 30 minutes under extreme conditions.

Door Locked

When the status light illuminates, the door is locked. The door is locked and unlocked automatically, depending on the stage of the wash cycle.

CYCLES

Wash Cycles

Choose Wash Cycles by rotating the Cycle selector knob to the desired cycle. The indicator light for the cycle selected will illuminate. Each cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.

Each cycle has a preset cycle time, WASH TEMP, SPIN SPEED, and may have preset Options. The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for the selected cycle.

Thepresetsettingscanbechangedanytime beforeSTARTisselected.NotallOptionsand Modifiers (WASH TEMP, SPIN SPEED) are available with all Cycles. To change settings after the cycle has started, select PAUSE/ CANCEL, then select the desired settings. Select and hold START (for approximately 1 second) to continue the cycle.

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Preset Cycle Settings

Each cycle has a preset Cycle Time, WASH/ RINSE TEMP, and SPIN SPEED. The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for the selected cycle. See chart.

Cycle

Estimated

Wash Temp

Spin Speed

Time*

 

 

 

(hr:min)

 

 

Sanitary

3:00

Super Hot

High

 

153°F (67°C)

 

 

 

 

Whitest Whites

2:00

Hot

High

 

140°F (60°C)

 

 

 

 

Heavy Duty

2:00

Hot

High

 

140°F (60°C)

 

 

 

 

Normal/Casual

0:56

Warm

High

 

95°F (35°C)

 

 

 

 

Quick Wash

0:25

Warm

High

(2-3 items)

 

95°F (35°C)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Delicate/

0:39

Warm

Low

Hand Wash

 

95°F (35°C)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean Washer

0:56

N/A

Low

 

 

 

 

Rinse/Spin

0:26

Cold

High

 

68°F (20°C)

 

 

 

 

Drain/Spin

0:14

N/A

High

 

 

 

 

Soak

0:29

Cold

No Spin

 

68°F (20°C)

 

 

 

 

*The cycle times vary automatically based on your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. The cycle time will be extended if oversudsing occurs or the load is unbalanced.

Sanitary

Use this cycle to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics. This cycle combines a super hot water temperature and fast speed tumbling to help ensure the removal of heavy soils and stains. It is recommended that you set your hot water heater to 120ºF (49ºC) to ensure proper performance during this cycle. The Sanitary cycle also helps eliminate 99.999% of 3 common infectious bacteria, even when no bleach is used. High-speed spin helps shorten drying time.

Whitest Whites

This cycle is especially designed for cleaning loads of soiled white fabrics with the addition of bleach. Hot washing temperatures assure optimal bleach activity. An additional rinse provides optimal rinse performance to avoid chlorine residues on your laundry. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, longer wash time, and high-speed spin to shorten drying time. It also includes Extra Rinse as a preset setting.

Heavy Duty

Use this cycle to wash loads of sturdy, colorfast fabrics and Heavy soiled garments. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, longer wash time, and high-speed spin to shorten drying times.

Normal/Casual

Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press blends, cottons and linens, and synthetic fabrics. This cycle combines medium-speed tumbling, high-speed spin, and a load cooling process to reduce wrinkling.

Quick Wash

Use this cycle to wash small loads of 2-3 lightly soiled garments that are needed in a hurry. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, a shortened wash time, and high-speed spin to shorten drying time. Large wash loads will result in the machine increasing the wash time.

Delicate/Hand Wash

Use this cycle to wash sheer fabrics, lingerie, hand washable, and special-care garments. This cycle combines low-speed tumbling and low-speed spin for gentle fabric care.

Use mesh garment bags to wash undergarments such as underwire bras, items with strings, and small items such as socks.

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Clean Washer

Use the Clean Washer cycle once a month to keep the inside of your washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level in combination with liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washing machine. See “Cleaning The Washer.”

IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer cycle. Use this cycle with an empty wash tub.

Rinse/Spin

Use this cycle to get a rinse and spin only. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling and highspeed spin. If desired, you can reduce the spin speed by selecting the speed you want from the SPIN SPEED modifier.

Rinse & Spin is useful for:

Loads that need rinsing only.

Adding fabric softener to a load using the fabric softener dispenser.

Drain/Spin

Use this cycle to drain your washer or to drain and spin your wash load. The spin speed is preset to HIGH. If desired, you can reduce the spin speed by selecting the speed you want from the SPIN SPEED modifier.

NOTE: Loads of synthetics, delicate fabrics, handwashables, and woolens should be drained with no spin or low spin to avoid fabric stress.

Soak

Use the Soak cycle to help remove small spots of set-in stains on fabrics. This cycle provides a soak time with warm or cold water, followed by drain. Extra water, a short tumbling phase for equal distribution of the laundry, and a soaking time without drum movement, to help improve the removal of set-in stains. Drain without spin assures gentle treatment, even for delicate items.

NORMAL SOUNDS

As with any new product, you will hear sounds that you are not accustomed to. You may hear various sounds when the door is locked or unlocked, and during the washing, rinsing, or spinning process. Between changes in wash actions, there will be momentary pauses. You will hear water spraying and splashing during the wash and rinse cycles. These new sounds and pauses are part of normal washer operation. See “Troubleshooting.”

OPTIONS AND MODIFIERS

You can customize your wash by adding options to your cycle selections. You can add or change an option after starting a cycle anytime before the selected option begins. Not all options are available with all cycles.

See the “Laundry Guide” section for an overview of possible options for each Wash Cycle selection.

Ifanoptionisavailablewithaselectedcycle, the light for that option will illuminate when selected.

If an option is unavailable with a selected cycle, there will be a short tone and the light for that option will not illuminate when selected.

Delay Wash

Use this to begin the wash cycle later.

Select DELAY WASH until the desired time (in hours) shows in the Estimated Time Remaining display.

Select START. The countdown to the wash cycle will show in the display window.

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Whites and pastels Heavy soils
Bright colors Moderate to light soils
Colors that bleed or fade Light soils
Sturdy colorfast fabrics Heavy soils

Extra Rinse

An extra rinse can be used to aid in the removal of detergent or bleach residue from garments. This option provides an additional rinse with the same water temperature as in the normal rinse. It is a preset setting for the Whitest Whites cycle. You may select or deselect by pressing EXTRA RINSE.

Prewash

Use this option for loads of heavily soiled garments that need pretreatment.

Add detergent to the Main Wash Compartment of the dispenser drawer.

Use powdered detergent to keep laundry additives from predispensing into the wash system.

This option adds tumbling time prior to the selected main cycle. The washer continues automaticallyfromprewashintothemainwash cycle.

Wash Temp

Each cycle has a preset water temperature setting. To change the water temperature, select the WASH TEMP button until the desired setting is illuminated.

Select a water temperature based on the type of load you are washing. Use the warmest wash water safe for fabrics. Follow garment label instructions.

The water temperature for all rinse cycles is cold. Cold rinses save energy.

Temperature Guide

Wash Water Temperature Suggested Fabrics

SUPER HOT

HOT

WARM

COLD

In wash water temperatures colder than 60°F (15.6°C), detergents do not dissolve well. Soils may be difficult to remove.

Auto Temp Control

ATC(AutoTempControl)electronicallysenses and maintains a uniform water temperature. ATC regulates incoming hot and cold water. The ATC is automatically turned ON when a cycle is selected. See Preset Cycle Settings table in “Cycles.”

ATC works for the wash temperature with Warm and Cold settings.

The Cold rinse temperatures depend on the cold water at the faucet.

Spin Speed

Each cycle has a preset SPIN SPEED. To change the spin speed, select the SPIN SPEED button until the desired setting is illuminated.

End of Cycle Signal

This signal is helpful when you are removing items from the washer as soon as it stops. Select ON or OFF.

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LAUNDRY GUIDE

Refer to the chart below for suggested load types and their corresponding cycles. Listed to the right are the options available to each of these washer cycles.

CYCLE

SUGGESTED LOAD TYPE

AVAILABLE OPTIONS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Delay

Extra

Pre

End of

 

 

Wash

Rinse

Wash

Cycle Signal

Sanitary

Heavily soiled underwear, towels, work cloths, diapers, etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Whitest Whites

Soiled white fabrics

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Heavy Duty

Heavily soiled underwear, towels, shirts, etc., made of cotton

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Normal/Casual

Normally soiled blouses, shirts, overalls, etc., made of

 

 

 

 

polyester, nylon, cotton, linen, or cotton blends

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Quick Wash

Small loads of 2-3 lightly soiled cotton, polyester, nylon, and

 

 

 

 

cotton blends

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Delicate/

Curtains and delicate clothing, dresses, skirts, shirts and

 

 

 

Hand Wash

blouses, fabrics made of silk, and special care items marked

 

 

 

 

“Hand Washable”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean Washer

No clothes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rinse & Spin

All loads

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drain & Spin

All loads

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Soak

All loads

 

 

 

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