Whirlpool 3955876 User Manual
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AUTOMATIC WASHER
WITH CATALYST
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CLEANING ACTION
Use & Care Guide
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parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
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LAVADORA AUTOMÁTICA
CON LA ACCIÓN DE
LIMPIEZA CATALIZADORA
CATALYST
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Si tiene preguntas respecto a las características, funcionamiento,
rendimiento, partes, accesorios o servicio técnico, llame al:
En Canadá, llame para obtener ayuda al 1-800-461-5681, para la
instalación y servicio técnico llame al: 1-800-807-6777
o visite nuestra página de internet en...
www.whirlpool.com o www.whirlpool.com/canada
1-800-253-1301.
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3955876
LAVEUSE AUTOMATIQUE
AVEC ACTION DE LAVAGE
CATALYST
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, composez le 1-800-461-5681, pour
installation ou service 1-800-807-6777
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Table of Contents/Índice/Table des matières....... 2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WASHER SAFETY ..........................................................................3
PARTS AND FEATURES................................................................4
WASHER USE.................................................................................5
Understanding Washer Cycles ....................................................5
Loading.........................................................................................5
Normal Sounds ............................................................................5
Starting Your Washer...................................................................6
Selecting a Cycle..........................................................................7
Selecting Wash/Spin Speeds ......................................................8
Rinse and Spin .............................................................................8
ACCUWASH™ Temperature Control System.............................8
SMART BLEACH™ Timed Bleach Dispenser .............................8
ÍNDICE
WASHER CARE ..............................................................................9
Cleaning Your Washer..................................................................9
Water Inlet Hoses.........................................................................9
Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care...........................................9
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................10
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................13
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................13
In Canada ...................................................................................13
WARRANTY ..................................................................................14
SEGURIDAD DE LA LAVADORA.................................................15
PIEZAS Y CARACTERÍSTICAS ...................................................16
USO DE LA LAVADORA...............................................................17
Para comprender los ciclos de la lavadora ...............................17
Cómo cargar ..............................................................................17
Sonidos normales ......................................................................17
Puesta en marcha de la lavadora ..............................................18
Selección del ciclo .....................................................................19
Selección de velocidades de lavado/exprimido........................20
Enjuague y exprimido.................................................................21
Sistema de control de temperatura ACCUWASH™ .................21
Depósito temporizado de blanqueador SMART BLEACH™....21
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE .......................................................28
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES..............................................29
UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE...................................................30
Compréhension des programmes de la laveuse.......................30
Chargement................................................................................30
Sons normaux ............................................................................30
Mise en marche de la laveuse ...................................................31
Sélection d'un programme ........................................................32
Sélection des vitesses de lavage/essorage...............................33
Rinçage et essorage ..................................................................34
Système de contrôle de température ACCUWASH
Distributeur minuté d’eau de Javel SMART BLEACH™ ...........34
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CUIDADO DE LA LAVADORA .....................................................21
Limpieza de su lavadora ............................................................21
Mangueras de entrada de agua.................................................21
Cuidado para las vacaciones,
almacenaje o en caso de mudanza ...........................................21
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS......................................................22
AYUDA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO...................................................26
En los EE.UU. .............................................................................26
En Canadá..................................................................................26
GARANTÍA.....................................................................................27
ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE .....................................................34
Nettoyage de la laveuse.............................................................34
Tuyaux flexibles d’alimentation de la laveuse............................34
Préparation avant les vacances,
un entreposage ou un déménagement......................................34
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................35
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................38
Aux États-Unis............................................................................38
Au Canada..................................................................................38
GARANTIE.....................................................................................39
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WASHER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
DANGER
WARNING
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:
including the following:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions,
follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
You
instructions.
follow
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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, drycleaning 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
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.
EXPLOSIVE.
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
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.
discarded,
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PARTS AND FEATURES
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D
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A. Control panel
B. Model and serial number label
C. Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser
D. Liquid fabric softener dispenser
E. XTRA ROLL ACTION™ PLUS agitator
F.Lid
Control panel
G. Detergent dispenser
H. DURASMOOTH™
white porcelain basket
I. Tub
Additional features
CATALYST® cleaning action
ACCUWASH™ temperature control system
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WASHER USE
Understanding Washer Cycles
When the washer lid is closed and Cycle Control knob is set to a
number or cycle and pulled out, the washer fills (to the selected
load size) before agitation and timing start. If the CATALYST
Cleaning Action is selected, the washer spins and sprays a
detergent solution for a brief period before filling with water. The
washer will not agitate or spin with the lid open.
During agitation, the agitator creates a continuous rollover action
that provides a thorough cleaning of the wash load.
After agitation starts, the Cycle Control knob turns clockwise until
it points to an OFF area and the cycle ends.
NOTE: The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These
pauses are normal for washer operation.
WASH RINSE
1.Spin-Spray
(detergent
mixture)
2.Fill 2.Rinse
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1.Fill
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Loading
Loading suggestions
For these suggested full-sized loads, set the LOAD SIZE selector
to the highest setting.
SUPER CAPACITY PLUS WASHERS
Heavy Work Clothes
3 pair pants
3shirts
4 pair jeans
Delicates
3 camisoles
1 quilted robe
4slips
Tow els
10 bath towels
10 hand towels
Mixed Load
3 double sheets
4 pillowcases
8T-shirts
6 pair shorts
1 coverall
1 overall
6 undergarments
2 sets of sleepwear
1 child’s outfit
14 washcloths
1 bath mat
2 shirts
2 blouses
8 handkerchiefs
Normal Sounds
Your new washer may make sounds your old one didn’t. Because
the sounds might be unfamiliar, you may be concerned about
them. These sounds are normal.
3.Wash selected
time
4.Drain - No
agitation
5.Spin 5.Spin
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When the CATALYST® option
is selected, the washer spins
and sprays a detergent
solution for brief period prior
to filling.
3.Drain - No
agitation
4.Spin-Spray
rinse
6.Off
During washing
When you select a small load size setting, your washer has a
lower water level. This can cause a clicking sound from the upper
part of the agitator.
If you select CATALYST
spray noise at the start of the cycle.
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Cleaning Action, you will hear a spin/
During drain
If water is drained quickly from your washer (depending on your
installation), you may hear air being pulled through the pump
during the end of draining.
After drain and before spin
When the cycle changes from draining to spinning, you may hear
gears engaging.
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Starting Your Washer
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are dampened
with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on
it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
2. Pour measured powdered or liquid detergent into the
detergent dispenser.
NOTE: You can add color-safe bleach (powdered or liquid) to
this dispenser. Be sure to match powdered color-safe bleach
with powdered detergent or match liquid color-safe bleach
with liquid detergent.
3. Pour measured liquid chlorine bleach into the liquid chlorine
bleach dispenser, if desired. Bleach is diluted and
automatically dispensed during the wash cycle.
■ Do not use more than 1 cup (250 mL) for a full load. Use
less for a smaller load size.
■ Follow the manufacturer’s directions for safe use.
■ To avoid spilling, use a cup with a pouring spout. Do not
let bleach splash, drip, or run down into the washer
basket.
■ Use only liquid chlorine bleach in this dispenser.
4. Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the fabric softener
dispenser, if desired.
The following is a guide to starting your washer. Periodic
references to other sections of this manual provide more detailed
information.
1. Drop a load of sorted clothes loosely into the washer.
■ Load evenly to maintain washer balance. Mix large and
small items.
■ Items should move easily through the wash water.
Overloading can cause poor cleaning.
■ To reduce wrinkling of permanent press clothes and some
synthetic knits, use a large load setting to provide more
space (see Step 6).
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■ Do not overfill. The dispenser holds 3 oz (94 mL), or a
standard capful of fabric softener.
■ The fabric softener is dispensed in the final rinse.
■ Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes.
■ Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.
5. Close the washer lid. The washer will not operate with the lid
open.
6. Turn the Load Size selector to the correct setting for your
wash load and the type of fabric being washed.
■ Choose a water level that allows the load to move freely
for best fabric care. See “Loading.”
■ You may change to a higher level setting after the washer
has started filling by turning the knob to a different
setting.
7. Set the water Temperature selector to the correct setting for
the type of fabric and soils being washed. Use the warmest
wash water safe for fabric. Follow garment label instructions.
Water Temp Use for
Hot Whites and pastels
Heavy soils
Warm Bright colors
Moderate to light soils
Cold Colors that bleed or fade
Light soils
NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 70ºF (21ºC),
some 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).
(OPTIONAL) An ACCUWASH™ Temperature Control System
electronically senses and maintains a uniform water
temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water.
■ Even in cold wash, some warm water is let into the
washer to maintain a minimum temperature of
approximately 70ºF (21ºC).
■ Warm wash is maintained at approximately 90°F (32°C).
■ Warm rinse is maintained at approximately 70ºF (21ºC) for
all warm rinse settings. To reduce wrinkling, the warm
rinse is regulated to be cooler than the warm wash.
8. (RINSE OPTIONS) You can customize your wash by adding
the Extra Rinse option to your cycle selections. A cycle will
“start” where you set the Cycle Selector Control knob. See
“Selecting a Cycle.” The cycle will “stop” where you set the
Extra Rinse control knob. This knob has settings for:
■ Off. Use this option for one rinse after a basic wash cycle,
Rinse & Spin, and Drain & Spin.
■ On. An Extra Rinse can be added to the Normal and
Whitest Whites cycles.
9. Set the Fabric Select control knob according to the type of
fabric in the load. See “Selecting Wash/Spin Speeds.”
10. Push in the Cycle Selector Control knob and turn it to the
wash cycle you want. Reduce the wash time when using a
small load size setting. See “Selecting a Cycle.”
Pull out the Cycle Selector Control knob to start the washer.
To stop or restart your washer
■ To stop the washer at any time, push in the Cycle Selector
Control knob.
■ To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out
the Cycle Selector Control knob.
Selecting a Cycle
This section describes the available wash cycles and will help
you make the best cycle selections for your wash loads. Each
cycle is designed for different types of fabric and soil levels.
■ The washer pauses briefly throughout each cycle. These
pauses are normal. Refer to “Normal Sounds” to learn more
about the sounds you may hear during a wash cycle.
■ Refer to “Understanding Washer Cycles” to learn what
happens during a wash cycle.
NOTE: Use this control to choose agitation time and to start the
washer. For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use the full time. Use
less time for light soil and delicate fabrics.
Cycle Selector Control knob
CATALYST® Cleaning Action
Your washer uses the CATALYST® Cleaning Action to help ensure
better soil and stain removal from your wash load. CATALYST
Cleaning Action reduces the need for pretreatment and is safe for
all fabrics. The CATALYST
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Cleaning Action is available in the
Whitest Whites and Normal cycles. Although CATALYST
Cleaning Action is available on all Fabric Select control settings,
for the best cleaning performance, select Cotton/Heavy when
selecting the Catalyst cycle option.
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NOTE: To ad d CATA LYS T
Cleaning Action to your wash cycle,
you must set the Cycle Selector Control knob to the Catalyst®
setting.
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How CATALYST
Cleaning Action works
1. Before agitation begins, detergent is automatically released
into a special chamber that mixes the detergent with a small
amount of water to create a sudsy cleaning solution.
2. Spinning spreads out the clothes.
3. The cleaning solution showers onto the top of the fabrics. The
solution is pulled through the clothes, and the detergent
enzymes attach to soils and stains, lifting them away.
4. The washer fills to the selected water level and completes the
selected cycle.
NOTES:
■ For best results, the load should be dry at the start of the
cycle.
■ Stubborn and set-in stains might require additional
pretreatment.
Normal cycle
Use this cycle for most loads to get between 6 and 15 minutes of
wash time. For heavily soiled clothes, select the CATALYST
Cleaning Action cycle and Cotton/Heavy on the Fabric Select
control.
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Casual Permanent Press cycle
A load cooling spray rinse reduces wrinkling. Use this 8- to
10-minute cycle for cleaning lightly to moderately soiled
permanent press blends and synthetic fabrics. Choose a slow
spin speed control setting such as Delicate to help reduce
wrinkling.
Whitest Whites cycle
Use this wash cycle for loads of white fabrics that need improved
whitening. For the best soil and stain removal, select CATALYST
on the Cycle Selector Control knob and the Cotton/Heavy setting
on the Fabric Select control knob. Bleach is recommended in this
cycle to provide outstanding whitening. Wash time is
approximately 20 minutes.
Auto Soak cycle
This cycle features agitation followed by soak time to help
remove heavy soils and stains that need pretreatment. The
washer will drain when the Auto Soak cycle ends. The Soak cycle
should be followed by a Normal or Casual Permanent Press cycle
with additional detergent.
NOTE: Hot water is not recommended for soaking. It may set
some stains. If using the CATALYST
Auto SOAK cycle is not needed.
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Cleaning Action, use of the
Selecting Wash/Spin Speeds
This section describes the wash/spin speeds you can select with
the Fabric Select control. Each speed setting is designed for
different types of fabric and soil levels.
Handwash/Wool speed
Use this speed setting for hand washable and special-care items.
The wash action has repeating periods of extra-slow speed
agitation and soaking. Slow spin speeds help reduce wrinkling.
NOTE: Do not use this cycle for large items such as blankets.
Some “Hand Wash” items, particularly wool, naturally shrink
when washed. When still wet, block these items by gently
stretching to original measurements. Allow the items to dry flat.
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Delicates speed
This speed setting is for lingerie and loosely knit items. Setting
combines extra-low speed agitation for gentle soil removal and
low spin speed to reduce wrinkling.
Knits/Blends speed
This speed setting is for washable knit fabrics and permanent
press fabrics. Setting combines slow speed agitation for gentle
soil removal and slow spin speeds to reduce wrinkling.
Rinse and Spin
After using extra detergent in a cycle for heavily soiled clothes, or
when washing special-care items, you may find that an extra
rinse and spin is needed.
1. Set the controls for Load Size, Temperature, Extra Rinse (to
On), and Fabric Select.
2. Push in the Cycle Selector Control knob and turn it to any of
the Extra Rinse settings.
3. Pull out the Cycle Selector Control knob. The washer fills to
the selected water level, agitates, drains, and spins.
Fabric Select knob
Quick Wash
This speed setting is for normally soiled cottons and linens.
Setting combines slow-speed agitation and fast spin speeds to
shorten drying time.
Cotton/Heavy speed
This speed setting is for sturdy or heavily soiled loads. Setting
combines fast speed agitation and fast spin speeds. For best
results, use this setting when the Cycle Selector Control knob is
set on the CATALYST setting.
Casual/P. Press speed
This speed setting is for sturdy permanent press and synthetic
fabrics. Setting combines fast speed agitation and slow spin
speeds to reduce wrinkling.
ACCUWASH™ Temperature Control System
Your washer uses ACCUWASH™ temperature control system.
The ACCUWASH™ feature maintains a uniform water
temperature by regulating incoming hot and cold water. This
helps eliminate undissolved detergent and ensures consistent
cleaning results. The cold wash is regulated at approximately
70ºF (21ºC). The warm wash is maintained at approximately 90ºF
(32ºC).
NOTES:
■ Make sure that both hot and cold water faucets are turned on
or the ACCUWASH™ feature will not work properly.
■ The wash and rinse water temperature for Hot/Cold are not
regulated with the ACCUWASH™ feature.
SMART BLEACH™ Timed Bleach Dispenser
The timed bleach dispenser automatically dispenses liquid
chlorine bleach to the wash load at the appropriate time during
the cycle to help ensure the cleanest and brightest loads. Bleach
is dispensed into the wash load a few minutes after agitation
begins in order to give the detergent time to achieve the best soil
and stain removal.
NOTE: Do not use this dispenser to add powdered chlorine or
color-safe bleach to your wash load. The dispenser is for liquid
chlorine bleach only.
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WASHER CARE
Cleaning Your Washer
Cleaning the exterior
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as
detergent or bleach. Occasionally wipe the outside of your
washer to keep it looking new.
Cleaning the interior
To clean your washer interior, add 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine
bleach and 1 scoop or capful of detergent into your dispenser,
and run the washer through any cycle using hot water. Repeat
this process if necessary.
NOTE: Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners
labeled as washer safe.
Cleaning the dispensers
The dispensers are self-cleaning. If the liquid fabric softener
dispenser needs cleaning, scrub with a brush using a liquid
laundry detergent solution.
IMPORTANT:
■ Remove hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as
washer safe.
■ Never use any cleaning fluids on dispenser parts. This can
cause damage to the plastic.
Water Inlet Hoses
Replace inlet hoses after five 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.
Vacation, Storage, and Moving Care
Install and store your washer where it will not freeze. Because
some water may stay in the hoses, freezing can damage your
washer. If storing or moving your washer during freezing weather,
winterize it.
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:
■ Unplug washer or disconnect power.
■ Turn off the water supply to the washer. This helps avoid
accidental flooding (due to a water pressure surge) while you
are away.
To winterize washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3. Put 1 qt (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket.
4. Run washer on a Spin cycle.
5. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
To use washer again:
1. Flush water pipes and hoses.
2. Reconnect water inlet hoses.
3. Turn on both water faucets.
4. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
5. Run the washer through any cycle with ½ the normal
recommended amount of detergent to clean out the
antifreeze.
To transport the washer:
1. Shut off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
3. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, put in 1 qt
(1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in the basket. Run washer on a
Spin cycle.
4. Disconnect the drain from the drain system.
5. Unplug the power cord.
6. Place the inlet hoses into the basket.
7. Drape the power cord and drain hose over edge into the
basket.
8. Close the lid and put a piece of tape over the lid and down to
the front of the washer.
Reinstalling the washer
1. Follow the “Installation Instructions” to locate, level and
connect the washer.
2. Run the washer through any cycle with ½ the normal
recommended amount of detergent to clean out the
antifreeze, if used.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here and possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
Washer won’t fill, rinse or wash
■ 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 creates a perception that the washer is not filling
completely. This is normal.
■ Check the following:
Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet?
Is there power at the plug? Check electrical source or call
electrician.
Are the hot and cold water faucets turned on?
Is the water inlet hose kinked?
Are the water inlet valve screens clogged?
Is the lid open?
The lid must be closed during operation. The washer will not
operate with the lid open.
Washer stops
■ Check the following:
Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet?
Are the hot and cold water faucets turned on?
Is the water inlet hose kinked?
Are the water inlet valve screens clogged?
■ Is there power at the plug?
Check electrical source or call electrician.
■ Has a fuse blown or has the circuit breaker tripped?
If problem continues, call electrician.
■ Are you using an extension cord?
Do not use an extension cord.
■ Is the lid open?
The lid must be closed during operation. The washer will not
operate with the lid open.
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Is the Cycle Selector Control knob lined up and pulled out?
Turn Cycle Selector Control knob to cycle and pull out to start
washer. If washer still doesn’t start, push knob back in, turn
slightly to the right and pull out again.
■ Is the washer overloaded?
Wash smaller loads. See “Starting Your Washer” for
maximum load size.
Excessive sudsing
■ Was the cycle interrupted and then CATALYST
Action selected?
The CATALYST
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Cleaning Action should be started on a dry
load only. The CATALYST® Cleaning Action should not be
selected after the tub has started filling with water.
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Did you select CATALYST® Cleaning Action and use a
hand-washing detergent?
Most detergents formulated for hand-washing are not meant
for the CATALYST
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Cleaning Action. Use the Casual Permanent
Press cycle and the Delicates or Handwash/Wool setting on
the Fabric Select control if using a hand-wash detergent.
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Cleaning
Washer won’t drain or spin
■ Is the drain hose clogged, or the end of the drain hose
more than 96 in. (244 cm) above the floor?
See “Installation Instructions” for proper installation of drain
hose.
■ Is the lid open?
The lid must be closed during operation. The washer will not
operate with the lid open.
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Is there excessive sudsing?
Always measure detergent. Follow manufacturer’s directions. If
you have very soft water, you may need to use less detergent.
Most detergents formulated for hand-washing are not meant
for the CATALYST
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Cleaning cycle. Use the Casual Permanent
Press cycle and the Delicates or Handwash/Wool setting on
the Fabric Select control if using a hand-wash detergent.
■ Is your voltage low?
Check electrical source or call electrician. Do not use an
extension cord.
Washer continues to fill or drain, or the cycle seems
stuck
■ Does the drain hose fit too tightly in the standpipe, or is it
taped to the standpipe?
The drain hose should be loose yet fit securely. Do not seal
the drain hose with tape. The hose needs an air gap. (See
“Installation Instructions.”)
Washer makes noise
■ Is the load balanced and the washer level?
The wash load should be balanced. See “Starting Your
Washer” for maximum load size.
The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly
installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs if
needed. (See “Installation Instructions.”)
Are the self-adjusting rear feet installed?
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Can you hear water spraying? This is part of the wash action.
If water is drained quickly from the washer, you may hear air
being pulled through the pump. This happens during the end
of draining. It is normal.
When the cycle changes from washing to draining or
spinning, you may hear a noise as the drive system shifts.
This is normal.
■
Are you washing items with metal snaps, buckles or zippers?
You may hear metal items touching the basket. This is normal.
■ Are you washing a small load?
You will hear more splashing sounds when washing small
loads. This is normal.
■ Is the washer installed on a solid floor?
Refer to the “Installation Instructions” for flooring requirements.
■ Is the washer buzzing?
Push in the Cycle Selector Control knob to stop the washer.
Evenly distribute the load. Restart the washer at the
beginning of the cycle.
Washer leaks
■ Check the following:
Are the fill hoses tight? Are the fill hose washers properly
seated? Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? (See
“Installation Instructions.”)
■ Is the sink or drain clogged?
Sink, floor drain and standpipe must be able to handle 17 gal.
(64 L) of water per minute.
■ Is water bouncing off the tub ring or the load?
The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. If
not, the fill or spray rinses can bounce off the load.
The washer must be level. The front and rear feet should be
properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the selfadjusting rear feet if needed. (See “Installation Instructions.”)
■ Was a cycle interrupted and then the CATALYST
Cleaning Action selected?
The CATALYST
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Cleaning Action should be started on a dry
load only. The CATALYST® Cleaning Action should not be
selected after the tub has started filling with water.
■ Did you select the CATALYST
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Cleaning Action and use a
hand-washing detergent?
Most detergents formulated for hand-washing are not meant
for the CATALYST
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Cleaning Action. Use the Casual
Permanent Press cycle and the Delicates or Handwash/Wool
setting on the Fabric Select control if using a hand-wash
detergent.
■ Check household plumbing for leaks.
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Dispensers clogged or leaking
■ Are the laundry products in the correct dispenser?
Add the correct amounts of detergent (powdered or liquid),
liquid chlorine bleach, or fabric softener to the correct
dispenser. You can add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach
to the detergent dispenser. Be sure to match powdered
color-safe bleach with powdered detergent or match liquid
color-safe bleach with liquid detergent. Use only liquid
chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser.
Load too wet
■ Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed?
Select a Fabric Select control setting with a higher spin
speed.
■ Did you use a cold rinse?
Cold rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses. This is normal.
Residue or lint on load
■ Did you add detergent to the dispenser?
For best results, use the dispenser to dissolve the detergent.
■ Did you sort properly?
Sort lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy,
synthetics). Also sort by color.
■ Did you overload the washer?
The wash load must be balanced. See “Starting Your
Washer” for maximum load size. Lint can be trapped in the
load if overloaded. Wash smaller loads.
■ Was paper or tissue left in pockets?
■ Did you use enough detergent?
Follow manufacturer’s directions. Use enough detergent to
hold the lint in the water.
■ Is your water colder than 70°F (21°C)?
Wash water colder than 70°F (21°C) may not completely
dissolve the detergent.
■ Are you using a gentle wash cycle?
Consider using liquid detergent for slow speed settings such
as Delicates or Knits/Blends.
Washer basket is crooked
■ Is the load balanced and the washer level?
The wash load should be balanced.
The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly
installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs,
if needed. (See “Installation Instructions.”)
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Stains on load
Gray whites, dingy colors
■ Did you add detergent to the dispenser?
For best results, use the dispenser to dissolve the detergent.
■ Did you use enough detergent?
Use enough detergent to remove soil and hold it in suspension.
Add the manufacturer's recommended amounts.
■ Did you add fabric softener directly to the load?
Use your fabric softener dispenser. Do not drip fabric softener
on clothes.
■ Is there above average iron (rust) in water?
You may need to install an iron filter.
■ Did you properly sort the load?
Sort dark clothes from whites and lights.
■ Did you unload the washer promptly?
To avoid dye transfer, unload the washer as soon as it stops.
■ Did you use a fabric softener dispensing ball?
Use the fabric softener dispenser provided with the washer.
Dispensing balls will not operate correctly with this washer.
■ Did you use powdered detergent in a low speed cycle?
Consider using liquid detergent.
■ Did you add detergent, chlorine bleach or fabric softener
too late in the cycle?
Detergent, chlorine bleach, and fabric softener should be
added to the dispensers before starting the washer.
Load is wrinkled
■ Did you unload the washer promptly?
Unload the washer as soon as it stops.
■ Did you use the right Fabric Select setting for the load
being washed?
Use the Knits/Blends setting.
■ Did you overload the washer?
The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded. Loads
should move freely during washing.
■ Are the hot and cold water hoses reversed?
Check to be sure the hot and cold water hoses are connected
to the right faucets. (See “Installation Instructions.”)
■ Did you properly sort the load?
Dye transfer can occur when mixing whites and colors in a
load. Sort dark fabrics from whites and lights.
■ Was the wash temperature too low?
Use hot or warm washes if safe for the load. Make sure your
hot water system is adequate to provide a hot water wash.
■ Did you use enough detergent, or do you have hard
water?
Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or hard
water. Water temperature should be at least 70°F (21°C) for
soap to dissolve and work properly.
Did not get CATALYST® Cleaning Action
■ Did you set the Cycle Selector Control knob on the
CATALYST
CATALYST
Selector Control knob for it to be included in a wash cycle.
CATALYST
and Whitest Whites cycles.
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setting?
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Cleaning Action must be selected on the Cycle
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Cleaning Action is available only in the Normal
Garment damage
■ Check the following:
Were sharp items removed from pockets before washing?
Empty pockets, zip zippers, snap or hook fasteners before
washing.
Were strings and sashes tied to prevent tangling?
Were items damaged before washing?
Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.
■ Did you overload the washer?
See “Loading” for maximum load size.
■ Did you properly add chlorine bleach?
Do not pour chlorine bleach directly on load. Use your liquid
chlorine bleach dispenser. Wipe up bleach spills. Undiluted
bleach will damage fabrics. Do not place load items on top of
the bleach dispenser when loading and unloading the washer.
■ Did you follow the manufacturer’s care label instructions?
Load is tangled or twisted
■ Did you overload the washer?
See “Starting Your Washer” for maximum load size. Loads
should move freely during washing.
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Wash/Rinse temperature is not what I selected
■ Are the hot and cold water inlet hoses reversed?
As washing progresses, the wash temperature will decrease
slightly for hot and warm washes. This is normal.
■ To reduce wrinkling, the warm rinse is regulated to be cooler
than the warm wash.
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