Roper RTW4516FW2, RTW4516FW1, RTW4516FW0 Owner’s Manual
Top-Loading Washer
Use and Care Guide
Laveuse à chargement par le dessus
guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, consulte la página de “Ayuda o servicio técnico”.
Table of Contents
WASHER SAFETY ...................................................................... 2
WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? .............................................. 3
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ......................................... 4
CYCLE GUIDE ............................................................................ 6
USING YOUR WASHER ............................................................. 7
WASHER MAINTENANCE ....................................................... 10
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 12
WARRANTY .............................................................................. 17
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................BACK COVER
Table des matières
SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ................................................... 18
QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? .............................. 19
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET
CARACTÉRISTIQUES .............................................................. 20
GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES ..................................................... 22
UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE ............................................... 23
ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE ................................................. 26
DÉPANNAGE ............................................................................ 28
GARANTIE ................................................................................ 35
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............... COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE
W10867906A
W10867907A-SP
Designed to use only HE High Efciency
detergents.
Conçue pour l’utilisation d’un détergent
haute efcacité seulement.
Washer Safety
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What’s New Under the Lid?
Your new washer will operate differently than your past agitator-style washer.
Lid Lock
To allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the Lid
Locked light will turn on. When this light is lit, the lid is locked
and cannot be opened. When this light is blinking, the washer
is paused. When this light is off, the lid can be opened. After
a cycle is started, the washer will ll to the appropriate water
level. When the washer is done lling, it will start to agitate. If
you need to open the lid to add a garment after this point, the
lid will remain unlocked during the entire agitation portion of
the wash phase. The cycle will automatically pause when the
lid is opened, and the cycle will resume once the lid is closed.
The lid will lock before the spin phase begins. If you need to
pause or stop after this point, you must press START/STOP/
PAUSE/UNLOCK LID and wait for the lid to unlock. The lid will
only unlock after washer movement has stopped. Depending on
when in the cycle you try to pause, it may take several seconds
to several minutes for the lid to unlock. Press START/STOP/
PAUSE/UNLOCK LID to resume the cycle.
Water Level Options
Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the
washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size.
Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting
and the washer will ll to the maximum water level.
Sensing
This washer will perform a series of spins to check for load
balance. During this time, a series of clicks and a whirring
noise signal that sensing technology is determining if there
is an off-balance load.
Normal Sounds You Can Expect
At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds
and noises that are different from those of your previous washer.
For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning
of the spin phase as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There
will be different kinds of humming sounds as the agitator tests
for load balance or moves the load. And sometimes, you may
hear nothing at all, as the washer determines the correct water
level for your load or allows time for clothes to soak.
Spray Rinse
Select cycles default to a spray rinse. During these cycles,
you will hear water enter the washer as the tub spins, allowing
the rinse water to penetrate clothes. Check the “Cycle Guide”
for details.
Choosing the Right Detergent
Use only High Efciency detergents. The package will be marked
“HE” or “High Efciency.” Using non-HE detergent will likely
result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It
may also result in component malfunction and, over time, buildup
of mold or mildew. HE detergents should be low-sudsing and
quick-dispersing to produce the right amount of suds for the
best performance. They should hold soil in suspension so it is
not redeposited onto clean clothes. Not all detergents labeled
as High Efciency are identical in formulation and their ability to
reduce suds. For example, natural, organic, or homemade HE
detergents may generate a high level of suds. Always follow the
detergent manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount
of detergent to use.
Use only High Efciency (HE) detergent.
Accessories
Enhance your new washer with the following genuine
Whirlpool Accessories. For more information on options and
ordering, call 1-800-901-2042 or visit us at: www.whirlpool.com/
accessories. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit us at
www.whirlpoolparts.ca.
Fabric Softener Dispenser
This convenient fabric
softener dispenser connects
to the agitator and saves you
from manually adding fabric
softener during the rinse cycle.
IMPORTANT: The lid must be closed before the washer basket lls with water and for the wash cycle to start. If the lid is open and
lling stops, close the lid and press START/STOP/PAUSE/UNLOCK LID to complete the cycle.
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Control Panel and Features
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WATER LEVEL
Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and
the washer will automatically sense the appropriate water
level for the load size and type.
Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting
and the washer will ll to the maximum water level.
NOTE: Cycle times will be longer due to extended ll times
when using the Deep Water Wash setting.
WASH TEMPERATURE
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Wash Temperature senses and maintains uniform water
temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water.
Select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric
and soils being washed. For best results and following
the garment label instructions, use the warmest wash
water safe for your fabric.
■ On some models and cycles, warm and hot water may
be cooler than your previous washer.
■ Even in a cold and cool water wash, some warm water
may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum
temperature. All rinses are cold.
WASH CYCLE KNOB
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Use the Wash Cycle knob to select cycles on your washer.
See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.
START/STOP/PAUSE/UNLOCK LID BUTTON
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Press to start the selected cycle; press again to pause
the cycle and unlock the lid.
NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several
minutes to unlock the lid. Press and hold for 3 seconds
to cancel a cycle.
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Not all features and options are available on all models.
Appearance may vary.
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CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR
The Cycle Status lights show the progress of a cycle.
At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds
or pauses that are different from your previous washer.
SENSING/FILL
When the Start/Stop/Pause/Unlock Lid button is pressed,
and the Water Level knob is set to Auto Sensing, the
washer will ll and begin sensing to determine load size
and balance.
Once sensing is complete, the washer will ll to the
appropriate level for the detected load size and then
begin the wash phase of the cycle.
NOTE: Sensing and wash phases will be paused by
opening the unlocked lid. Close the lid to resume the
cycle. If the lid is left open for more than 10 minutes,
the washer will cancel the cycle and pump out the water.
The lid will lock after the wash phase to begin the initial
spinout and remain locked for the remainder of the cycle.
WASH
The washer will ll to the correct water level based on
the load size and the Water Level selection. Certain cycles
may agitate during the ll process to boost cleaning. You
will hear the agitator rotate, followed by a pause lasting
several seconds. When the wash cycle begins, you will
hear the agitator increase speed. The motor sounds may
change at different stages in the wash cycle while the
washer performs different wash actions.
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RINSE
Certain cycles use a spray rinse, which adds water to
the tub while the basket spins. You may hear the motor
turning on briey (short hum) to move the basket while
lling.
FINAL SPIN
The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for
proper water removal, based on the selected cycle.
CYCLE COMPLETE
Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on.
Remove the load promptly for best results.
LID LOCKED
The Lock feature allows for higher spin
speeds. When the Lid Locked light is
lit, the lid is locked and cannot be
opened without pausing the cycle.
When the light is off, the lid can be
opened.
To open the lid after it has been
locked, press START/STOP/PAUSE/
UNLOCK LID. The lid will unlock once
the washer movement has stopped.
This may take several minutes if the
load was spinning at high speed.
Press START/STOP/PAUSE/UNLOCK
LID again to resume the cycle.
Appearance
may vary.
Appearance
may vary.
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Cycle Guide
For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best ts the load being washed. Recommended settings for best performance are shown
in Bold. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.
Wash
Items to wash: Cycle
Large items such
as sheets, sleeping
bags, small
comforters, jackets,
small washable rugs
Sturdy fabrics,
colorfast items,
towels, sheets,
jeans
Cottons, linens,
and mixed garment
loads
No-iron fabrics,
cottons, perm.
press, linens,
synthetics
Machine-wash silks,
lingerie, washable
wools
Swimsuits and
items requiring
rinsing without
detergent
No clothes in
washer
Hand-washed
garments or
dripping wet items
Bulky Items
& Sheets
Normal Heavy Hot
Regular
Delicate Hot
Rinse &
Clean Washer
with affresh
Normal
Casual Hot
Spin
Drain &
Spin
Temperature:* Cycle Details:
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Warm
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Warm
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Warm
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
Cold rinse only Combines a rinse and high-speed spin for loads requiring an additional
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Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Tap Cold
N/A This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for heavy fabrics or
Use this cycle to wash large items such as jackets and small
comforters. The washer will ll with enough water to wet down the load
before the wash portion of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water
level than other cycles.
Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy fabrics.
Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed-fabric loads.
Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as sport shirts,
blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends.
Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating “Machine
Washable Silks” or “Gentle” cycle on the care label. Place small items
in mesh garment bags before washing.
rinse cycle or to complete a load after power interruption. Also use for
loads that require rinsing only.
Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of your washer
fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level. Use with affresh®
Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean
the inside of your washer. This cycle should not be interrupted.
See “Washer Care.”
IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer
during the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. Use this cycle with an
empty washtub.
special-care items washed by hand. Use this cycle to drain washer
after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after a power failure.
*All rinses are cold.
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