Whirlpool 3DWTW4800YQ Owner's Manual

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TOP-LOADING WASHER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

GUIDE D'UTILISATION ET D'ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-LINGE A CHARGEMENT PAR LE DESSUS

LAVADORA DE CARGA SUPERIOR

MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO

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

Table des matières

 

SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-LINGE..........................................................................

16

QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE?.....................................................

17

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES................................

18

GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES............................................................................

20

UTILISATION DU LAVE-LINGE......................................................................

21

ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-LINGE........................................................................

24

DÉPANNAGE...................................................................................................

26

Índice

 

SEGURIDAD DE LA LAVADORA....................................................................

32

¿QUÉ HAY DE NUEVO DEBAJO DE LA TAPA?............................................

33

PANEL DE CONTROL Y CARACTERÍSTICAS..............................................

34

GUIÁ DE CICLOS............................................................................................

36

USO DE SU LAVADORA.................................................................................

37

MANTENIMIENTO DE LA LAVADORA..........................................................

40

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS........................................................................

42

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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 lid locks, unlocks, and locks again. If you need to open the lid to add a garment after this point, you must press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK 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.

Sensing

This washer will perform a series of spins to check for load balance. When a load is started, it may take 2–3 minutes before water begins to enter the basket. During this time, a series of clicks and a whirring noise signal that sensing technology is determining if there is an off-balance load.

IMPORTANT:

Sounds

At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds and pauses that are different from those of your previous washer. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of the cycle as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as the agitator tests for

load balance or moves the load. And, sometimes, you may hear nothing at all as the washer 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.

Washer will not operate if the lid is open.

Washer will not begin to fill with water until the lid is closed, locked, and the sensing process is complete. This delay in fill could take 2–3 minutes.

Fabric Softener Added option must be selected “Yes” to ensure fabric softener dispenses at the correct time. NOTE: Fabric Softener dispenser not available on all models.

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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

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Not all features and options are available on all models.

Appearance may vary.

1LOAD SIZE

Select the setting most suitable for your load. Small will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Large or Super (depending on your model) will add the most amount of water for large or bulky loads. Items need to move freely. Tightly packing can lead to poor cleaning performance, and may increase wrinkling and tangling.

2TEMPERATURE

Temperature Control 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.

Warm and hot water will be cooler than what your previous washer provided.

Even in a cold and cool water wash, some warm water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.

3OPTIONS (on some models)

The following options may be added to most cycles.

EXTRA RINSE

This option can be used to automatically add a second rinse to most cycles.

FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED - YES

This option must be selected if using fabric softener during a cycle. It ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse for even distribution.

FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED - with EXTRA RINSE

This option combines both the Fabric Softener and the Extra Rinse options.

4WASH CYCLE KNOB

Use the Wash Cycle Knob to select available cycles on your washer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load.

See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

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5 START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON

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.

6 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR

The Cycle Status Lights shows the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers.

FILL

When the START/Pause/Unlock button is pressed, the washer will first perform a self-test on the lid lock

mechanism. You will hear a click, and the lid will unlock briefly before locking again. The washer will use spins to check for load balance. These spins may take several minutes before water is added to the washer.

You may hear the hum of the spins before filling. This is normal.

WASH

You will hear the agitator moving the load. The motor sounds may change at different stages in the cycle. The wash time is determined by the selected soil level.

RINSE

You will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. et déplace la charge. You may hear the motor turning on briefly (short hum) to move the basket while filling. Fabric softener will be added if the Fabric Softener option was selected.

Some cycles use spray rinsing. After draining and spinning out wash water, the washer will continue to spin and spray in rinse water for the entire rinse time.

SPIN

The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed.

DONE

Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on. Remove the load promptly for best results.

LID LOCKED

To allow for proper spin operation, the lid will lock and the Lid Lock light will turn on. This light indicates that the lid is locked and cannot be opened.

If you need to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. 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/Pause/ Unlock again to resume the cycle.

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CYCLE GUIDE

For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed.

Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Items to

Cycle:

Temperature*:

Spin

Cycle Details:

wash:

 

 

Speed:

Sturdy fabrics,

Normal

Hot

High

Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. This cycle

colorfast items,

Heavy

Warm

 

uses spray rinses only and is the recommended cycle for

towels, jeans

 

Cool

 

use in washer care.

 

 

Cold

 

 

Cottons, linens,

Normal

Hot

High

Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric

sheets, and mixed

Regular

Warm

 

loads. This cycle uses spray rinses only.

garment loads

 

Cool

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

 

Light-weight

Normal

Hot

High

Use this cycle for lightly soiled mixed loads. This cycle

cotton fabrics

Light

Warm

 

uses spray rinses only.

 

 

Cool

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No-iron fabrics,

Casual

Hot

Low

Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as

cottons, perm

Regular

Warm

 

sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent

press, linens,

 

Cool

 

press, and blends.

synthetics

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lightly-soiled

Casual

Hot

Low

Use this cycle to wash lightly-soiled loads of no-iron fabrics

no-iron fabrics

Light

Warm

 

such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes,

and synthetics

 

Cool

 

permanent press, and blends.

 

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Machine-wash

Delicate

Hot

Low

Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating

silks, lingerie,

 

Warm

 

“Machine Washable Silks” or “Gentle” cycle on the care

washable wools

 

Cool

 

label. Place small items in mesh garment bags before

 

 

Cold

 

washing.

 

 

 

 

 

Swimsuits and

Rinse &

Cold rinse only

High

Combines a rinse and high speed spin for loads requiring

items requiring

Spin

 

 

an additional rinse cycle or to complete a load after power

rinsing without

 

 

 

interruption. Also use for loads that require rinsing only.

detergent

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dripping wet or

Drain &

N/A

High

This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for heavy

hand-washed

Spin

 

 

fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Use this

items

 

 

 

cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing

 

 

 

 

a cycle after a power failure.

 

 

 

 

 

*All rinses are cold.

NOTE: Select “Fabric Softener Added - Yes” if using fabric softener in your chosen cycle (on some models).

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USING YOUR WASHER

1. Sort and prepare your laundry

2. Add detergent

Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds.

Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness.

Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.

Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics.

Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into fabric.

Treat stains promptly.

Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trim and ornaments.

Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during washing.

Helpful Tips:

When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly.

Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.

Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.

NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your garments.

Add a measured amount of detergent into the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes. If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of the washer basket, as well.

IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

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3. Load laundry into washer

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. For best results, do not pack the load tightly. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the agitator; load them in loose piles around the sides of the basket. Try mixing different sized items to reduce tangling.

IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer. Items need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling.

4. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser

Liquid

Chlorine Bleach

Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 250 mL (1 cup.) Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

5. Add fabric softener to dispenser (on some models)

Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric

 

softener into dispenser, always follow

 

manufacturer’s directions for correct amount

 

of fabric softener based on your load size.

MAX FILL

Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See max fill line arrows. Then select Fabric Softener Added Yes option or Fabric Softener Added with Extra Rinse option.

IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected

to “Yes” to ensure proper distribution at correct time in cycle.

Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load

During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filing, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to pause the washer. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended

amount of liquid fabric Softener. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/Unlock button again to start the washer.

IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected

to “Yes” to ensure proper distribution of the fabric softener during the rinse portion of the cycle.

6. Select cycle

Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. For more information, see “Cycle Guide”.

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7. Select LOAD SIZE

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Select the load size setting most suitable for your load. Small will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super will add the most amount of water for large or bulky loads. Items need to move freely.

8. Select TEMPERATURE

Model 4GWTW4800YQ

Once you select a cycle, select the desired wash temperature by turning the Temperature knob to the appropriate setting based on your load. All rinses are tap cold.

NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your garments.

Wash Temp

Suggested Fabrics

 

 

Hot

Whites and pastels

Some cold water is added to save

Durable garments

energy. This will be cooler than

Heavy soils

your hot water heater setting.

 

 

Warm

 

Some cold water will be added, so

Bright colors

this will be cooler than what your

Moderate to light soils

previous washer provided.

 

 

 

Cool

 

Warm water may be added to

Colors that bleed

assist in soil removal and to help

or fade

dissolve detergents.

Light soils

 

 

 

Cold

 

This is the temperature from your

Dark colors that

faucet. If your tap cold water is

bleed or fade

very cold, warm water may be

Light soils

added to assist in soil removal

 

and help dissolve detergent.

 

 

 

9. Select options (on some models)

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Select the desired cycle options. If you are using fabric softener, be sure to select one of the Fabric Softener Added options.

10. Press START/Pause/Unlock

to begin wash cycle

Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the wash cycle.

Filling is delayed for several minutes while load balance is sensed. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will light. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.

Unlocking the lid to add garments:

If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments:

Press START/Pause/Unlock; the lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to restart the cycle.

If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes the water will pump out automatically.

Delay in water fill

Filling is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to check for load unbalance. You will hear the hum of the spin prior to filling. This is normal operation.

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WASHER MAINTENANCE

WATER INLET HOSES

Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.

When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker.

WASHER CARE

Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at its Best

1.Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding the amount of detergent to use. Never use more than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.

2.Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate.

3.Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odorcausing residue.

Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer

Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles,

whichever occurs sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise accumulate in your washer.

Cleaning the Inside of the Washer

To keep your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions provided above, and use this recommended monthly cleaning procedure:

Recommended Cycle for Cleaning the Washer

Refer to the “Cycle Guide” for the optimal cycle for cleaning the inside of the washer. Use this cycle with liquid chlorine bleach as described below.

Begin procedure

1.Chlorine Bleach Procedure:

a.Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.

b.Add 236 mL (1 cup) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment.

NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is recommended above could cause washer damage over time.

c.Close the washer lid.

d.Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer when following this procedure.

e.Select the cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of the washer.

f.Press the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button to start the cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must be interrupted, press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK once or twice [depending on model]. After the cycle has stopped, run a RINSE and SPIN cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Cleaning the Dispensers

After a period of using your washer, you may find some residue buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove residue from the dispensers, wipe them with a damp cloth and towel dry. Do not attempt to remove the dispensers or trim for cleaning. The dispensers and trim are not removable. If your model has a dispenser drawer, however, remove the drawer and clean it before or after you run the Clean Washer cycle. Use an all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.

Cleaning the Outside of the Washer

Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills.

Use only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external washer surfaces.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s finish, do not use abrasive products.

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

1.Unplug or disconnect power to washer.

2.Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge.

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1.Shut off both water faucets, disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.Put 1 L. (1 qt.) of R.V. - type antifreeze in basket and run washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3.Unplug washer or disconnect power.

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TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

1.Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2.If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow

Winter Storage Care directions before moving.

3.Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer.

4.Unplug power cord.

5.Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.

6.Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.

7.Place packing tray from original shipping materials back inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid and place tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in new location.

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage or moving:

1.Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and connect washer.

2.Before using again, run washer through the following recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

1.Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses.

Turn on both water faucets.

2.Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3.Run washer through Casual Regular cycle to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount of detergent for a medium-size load.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

 

If you experience

 

Possible Causes

 

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Vibration or Off-Balance

 

 

 

 

 

Check the following for

 

Feet may not be in contact with the

 

Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and

 

 

proper installation or

 

floor and locked.

 

washer must be level to operate properly. Jam nuts must be

 

 

see “Using Your

 

 

 

tight against the bottom of the cabinet.

 

 

Washer” section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer may not be level.

 

Check floor for sagging. If flooring is uneven, a 19 mm (3/4")

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

See “Level the Washer” in Installation Instructions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Load could be unbalanced.

 

Load dry items in loose heaps evenly around basket wall.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to basket

 

 

 

 

 

 

could unbalance washer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wash smaller loads to reduce imbalance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not tightly pack. Avoid washing single items.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use Normal Regular cycle and super or Large load for oversized,

 

 

 

 

 

 

non-absorbent items such as comforters or poly-filled jackets.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

See “Cycle Guide” and “Using Your Washer”.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Noises

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clicking or metallic

 

Objects caught in washer drain

 

Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins

 

 

noises

 

system.

 

could fall between basket and tub or may block pump.

 

 

 

 

 

 

It may be necessary to call for service to remove items.

 

 

 

 

 

 

It is normal to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps,

 

 

 

 

 

 

buckles, or zippers touch against the stainless steel basket.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gurgling or humming

 

Washer may be draining water.

 

It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming

 

 

 

 

 

 

sound with periodic gurgling or surging as final amounts of

 

 

 

 

 

 

water are removed during the Drain & Spin cycles.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Humming

 

Fill light on

 

You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have

 

 

 

 

 

 

started the washers. This is normal. Sensing spins will take

 

 

 

 

 

 

several minutes before water is added to the washer.

 

 

Water Leaks

 

 

 

 

 

Check the following for

 

Washer not level.

 

Water may splash off basket if washer is not level. Check that

 

 

proper installation:

 

 

 

load is not unbalanced or tightly packed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fill hoses not attached tightly.

 

Tighten fill-hose connection.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fill hose washers.

 

Check that all four fill hose flat washers properly seated.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drain hose connection.

 

Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to

 

 

 

 

 

 

drainpipe or laundry tub.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not place tape over drain opening.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check household plumbing for leaks

 

Water can backup out of a clogged sink or drainpipe. Check all

 

 

 

 

or clogged sink or drain.

 

household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water

 

 

 

 

 

 

pipes, and faucets.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer not loaded as

 

Improper loading can cause basket to be out of alignment

 

 

 

 

recommended.

 

and cause water to splash off tub. See “Using Your Washer”

 

 

 

 

 

 

for loading instructions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer not performing as expected

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer won’t run or fill, Check for proper water supply. washer stops working

or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to fill appropriately)

Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to inlet valve.

Both hot and cold water faucets must be turned on.

Check that inlet valve screens have not become clogged.

Check for any kinks in inlet hoses, which can restrict water flow.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

If you experience

 

Possible Causes

 

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer won’t run or fill,

 

Check proper electrical supply.

 

Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

 

washer stops working

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not use an extension cord.

 

or wash light remains

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ensure there is power to outlet.

 

on (indicating that the

 

 

 

 

washer was unable to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses.

 

fill appropriately) cont.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Normal washer operation.

 

Lid must be closed for washer to run.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle. Do not

 

 

 

 

 

interrupt cycle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer spins the dry load for several minutes before filling to

 

 

 

 

 

determine if load is balanced. You may hear the hum of the

 

 

 

 

 

spins. This is normal.

 

 

 

Washer not loaded as

 

Remove several items and rearrange load evenly in basket.

 

 

 

recommended.

 

Close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has

 

 

 

 

 

started to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer not draining/

 

Empty pockets and use garment

 

Small items may have been caught in pump or between basket

 

spinning, loads are

 

bags for small items.

 

and tub, which can slow draining.

 

still wet, or spinning

 

Use a cycle with a low spin speed.

 

Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than cycles

 

light remains on

 

 

 

 

 

 

with high spin speeds. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin

 

(indicating that the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

for your garment. To remove extra water in the load, select Drain

 

washer was unable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

& Spin. Load may need to be rearranged to allow even

 

to pump out water

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

distribution of the load in the basket.

 

within 10 minutes)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer not loaded as recommended.

 

Tightly packing or unbalanced loads will not allow the washer

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. Evenly

 

 

 

 

 

arrange the wet load for balanced spinning. Select the Drain &

 

 

 

 

 

Spin cycle to remove excess water. See "Using Your Washer" for

 

 

 

 

 

loading recommendations.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check plumbing for correct drain hose

 

Check drain hose for proper installation. Use drain hose form

 

 

 

installation. Drain hose extends into

 

and securely attach to drainpipe or tub. Do not tape over drain

 

 

 

standpipe farther than 114 mm (4,5").

 

opening. Lower drain hose if the end is higher than 1,2 m (48")

 

 

 

 

 

above the floor. Remove any clogs from drain hose.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Too much detergent causing suds to

 

Always measure and follow detergent directions for your load.

 

 

 

slow or stop draining and spinning.

 

To remove extra suds, select Rinse & Spin. Do not add detergent.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

 

If you experience

Possible causes

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

 

 

 

Dry spots on load

High speed spins extract more

The high spin speeds combined with air flow during the final

 

 

after cycle

moisture than traditional top-load

spin can cause items near the top of the load to develop dry

 

 

 

washers.

spots during the final spin. This is normal.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Incorrect or wrong

Check for proper water supply.

Check to be sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed.

 

 

wash or rinse

 

 

 

 

 

Both hoses must be attached to both washer and faucet, and

 

 

temperatures

 

 

 

 

have both hot and cold water flowing to inlet valve.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check that inlet valve screens are not clogged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remove any kinks in hoses.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Energy saving controlled

This washer uses cooler wash and rinse water temperatures

 

 

 

wash temperatures.

than your previous washer. This includes cooler hot and warm

 

 

 

 

washes.

 

 

Load not rinsed

Check for proper water supply.

Check to be sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to the

 

 

 

 

inlet valve.

 

 

 

 

Both hot and cold water faucets must be on.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Inlet valve screens on washer may be clogged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Remove any kinks in the inlet hose.

 

 

 

Using too much detergent.

The suds from too much detergent can keep washer from

 

 

 

 

operating correctly. Always measure detergent and follow

 

 

 

 

detergent directions based on load size and soil level.

 

 

 

Washer not loaded as recommended.

The washer is less efficient at rinsing when load is tightly packed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The washer will not rinse well if tightly packed. Load with dry

 

 

 

 

items only.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer has started.

 

 

 

Using too low a load size/water level

Choose a load size (water level) that matches the load being

 

 

 

selection.

washed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sand, pet hair, lint,

Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and

Add an Extra Rinse to the selected cycle.

 

 

etc. on load after

detergent or bleach residues may

 

 

 

washing

require additional rinsing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Load is tangling

Washer not loaded as recommended.

See “Using Your Washer” section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Select a cycle with a slower wash action and spin speed;

 

 

 

 

however, items will be wetter than those using a higher

 

 

 

 

speed spin. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with

 

 

 

 

the best cycle.

 

 

 

 

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the

 

 

 

 

recommended cycle for the type of garments being washed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not cleaning or

Washer not loaded as recommended.

Washer is less efficient at cleaning when load is tightly packed.

 

 

removing stains

 

 

 

 

 

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Load with dry items only.

 

 

 

 

Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer has started.

 

 

 

Adding detergent on top of load.

Add detergent, oxi products, and color safe bleach to the

 

 

 

 

bottom of the basket before adding the load items.

 

 

 

Using too low a load size/water level

Choose a load size (water level) that matches the load being

 

 

 

selection.

washed.

 

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TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

 

If you experience

Possible Causes

Solution

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

 

 

 

 

Not cleaning or

Using too much detergent.

The suds from too much detergent can keep washer from

 

 

removing stains (cont.)

 

operating correctly. Always measure detergent and follow

 

 

 

 

manufacturer’s directions based on load size and soil level.

 

 

 

Not using correct cycle for fabric type.

Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash

 

 

 

 

temperature to improve cleaning.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use Normal Heavy cycle for tough cleaning.

 

 

 

Not using dispensers.

Use dispensers to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener

 

 

 

 

staining.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Load dispensers before starting a cycle. Select Fabric Softener

 

 

 

 

Added Yes when using fabric softener.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not add products directly to load.

 

 

 

Not washing like colors together.

Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle

 

 

 

 

is complete to avoid dye transfer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Incorrect dispenser

Clogged dispenser.

Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser. Use only

 

 

operation

 

fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fabric damage

Sharp items were in pockets during

Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before

 

 

 

wash cycle.

washing to avoid snags and tears.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Strings and straps could have tangled.

Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Items may have been damaged before

Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.

 

 

 

washing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fabric damage can occur if load is

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.

 

 

 

tightly packed.

Load with dry items only.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is started.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liquid chlorine bleach may have been

Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up

 

 

 

added incorrectly.

bleach spills.

 

 

 

 

Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than

 

 

 

 

recommended by manufacturer.

 

 

 

 

Do not place load items on top of bleach dispenser when

 

 

 

 

loading and unloading washer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Garment care instructions may not

Always read and follow garment manufacturer’s care label

 

 

 

have been followed.

instructions.

 

 

Odors

Monthly maintenance not done as

See “Cleaning Your Washer” in Washer Maintenance.

 

 

 

recommended.

 

 

 

 

 

Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Using too much detergent.

Be sure to measure correctly. Always follow the manufacturer’s

 

 

 

 

directions.

 

 

 

 

See “Cleaning your Washer” section.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lid locked light is

The lid is not closed.

Close the lid. The washer will not start or fill with the lid open.

 

 

flashing

 

 

 

 

 

A cycle was stopped or paused using

The washer may still be spinning. The lid will not unlock until the

 

 

 

 

 

 

the START/Pause/Unlock button.

basket has stopped spinning. This may take several minutes if

 

 

 

 

washing large loads or heavy fabrics.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Whirlpool 3DWTW4800YQ Owner's Manual

SÉCURITÉ DU LAVE-LINGE

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QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE?

Votre nouveau lave-linge fonctionne différemment de votre précédent lave-linge de type agitateur.

Verrou couvercle

Pour permettre des essorages à vitesse plus élevée, le couvercle se verrouille et le témoin de verrouillage du couvercle s’allume. Lorsque ce témoin lumineux s’allume, cela signifie que le couvercle est verrouillé et ne peut être ouvert. Lorsque ce témoin lumineux clignote, cela signifie quel le lave-linge effectue une pause. Lorsque ce témoin lumineux est éteint, cela signifie qu’on peut ouvrir le couvercle. Une fois qu’un programme a commencé, le couvercle se verrouille, se déverrouille puis se verrouille

à nouveau. Si l’on doit ouvrir le couvercle pour ajouter un vêtement après cette période, il faut appuyer sur START/ PAUSE/UNOCK (mise en marche/pause/déverrouillage) puis attendre que le couvercle se déverrouille. Le couvercle se déverrouille uniquement une fois que le mouvement du lave-linge a cessé. Selon le moment où l'on souhaite suspendre le programme, le couvercle peut mettre entre plusieurs secondes et plusieurs minutes à se déverrouiller.

Détection

Ce lave-linge effectue une série d’essorages pour contrôler l’équilibre de la charge. Une fois une charge mise en route, il peut s’écouler de 2 à 3 minutes avant que de l'eau ne pénètre dans le panier. Durant cette période, une série de cliquetis et un bruit de frottements rythmiques indiquent que la technologie de détection détermine si la charge est déséquilibrée.

IMPORTANT :

Bruits

Adifférents stades du programme de lavage, votre nouveau lave-linge émettra peut-être des bruits que la précédente ne produisait pas. De même, il fera peut-être des pauses que votre machine précédente ne faisait pas. Il est par exemple possible que vous entendiez un cliquetis et un bourdonnement au début du programme, lorsque le système de verrouillage du couvercle effectue un test automatique. Différents bourdonnements et bruits de frottements rythmiques se produiront à mesure que l’agitateur évalue l’équilibre de la charge et qu’il la déplace. Il est aussi possible que le lave-linge soit parfois complètement silencieus, lorsqu'il laisse tremper les vêtements.

Rinçage par vaporisation

Certains programmes utilisent l’option Spray rinse

(rinçage par vaporisation) par défaut. Au cours de ces programmes, on entend l'eau pénétrer dans le lavelinge tandis que la cuve tourne, ce qui permet à l’eau de

rinçage de pénétrer les vêtements. Consulter le "Guide de programmes" pour plus de détails.

Le lave-linge ne fonctionnera pas si le couvercle est ouvert.

Le lave-linge n’entamera pas le remplissage d’eau tant que le couvercle n’aura pas été fermé et verrouillé et que le processus de détection n’est pas terminé. Ce délai avant le remplissage peut prendre entre 2 et 3 minutes.

L’option Fabric Softener Added (assouplissant pour tissu ajouté) doit être placée sur "Yes" (oui) pour que l’assouplissant pour tissu soit distribué au moment adéquat.

REMARQUE: Le distributeur d’assouplissant pour tissu n’est pas disponible sur tous les modèles.

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TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTERISTIQUES

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Modèle 4GWTW4800YQ

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Modèle 4GWTW4740YQ

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Certains programmes et options ne sont pas disponibles sur certains modèles.

L’apparence des appareils peut varier.

1LOAD SIZE (VOLUME DE LA CHARGE)

Sélectionner le réglage le plus adapté à votre charge. Small

(petite) ajoute une faible quantité d’eau pour les charges plus petites et Large ou Super (grande) (selon le modèle) ajoute la quantité d’eau la plus importante pour les grandes charges ou les charges volumineuses. Les articles doivent pouvoir se déplacer librement. Trop tasser le linge peut entraîner une mauvaise performance de lavage et augmenter le froissement et l'emmêlement.

2TEMPERATURE (TEMPÉRATURE)

La fonction de contrôle de température détecte et maintient une température uniforme de l'eau en régulant le débit d’arrivée d'eau chaude et d'eau froide.

Sélectionner une température de lavage en fonction du type de tissu et de saleté à laver. Pour des résultats optimaux, suivre les instructions sur l'étiquette du vêtement et utiliser la température d’eau de lavage la plus chaude possible qui reste sans danger pour le tissu.

Les températures de l'eau tiède et de l'eau chaude seront inférieures à celles de votre lave-linge précédent.

Même avec un lavage à l'eau froide, il est possible que de l’eau tiède soit ajoutée au lave-linge pour maintenir une température minimale.

3OPTIONS (sur certains modèles)

On peut ajouter les options suivantes à la plupart des programmes.

EXTRA RINSE (rinçage supplémentaire)

On peut utiliser cette option pour ajouter automatiquement un second rinçage à la plupart des programmes.

FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED YES

(ajout d’assouplissant pour tissu sélectionné)

Cette option doit être sélectionnée si l’on utilise de l’assouplissant pour tissu durant un programme. Ceci garantit que l'assouplissant pour tissu est ajouté au bon moment lors du rinçage pour être correctement distribué.

FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED with EXTRA RINSE (ajout d’assouplissant pour tissu avec rinçage supplémentaire)

Cette option active les options Fabric Softener (assouplissant pour tissu) et Extra Rinse (rinçage supplémentaire).

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4WASH CYCLE KNOB

(BOUTON DE PROGRAMME DE LAVAGE)

Utiliser le bouton de programme de lavage pour sélectionner les programmes disponibles sur le lave-linge. Tourner le bouton de programme pour sélectionner un programme correspondant à la charge de linge. Voir “Guide de programmes” pour des descriptions de programmes détaillées.

5 BOUTON START/PAUSE/UNLOCK

(mise en marche/pause/déverrouillage)

Appuyer sur ce bouton pour démarrer le programme sélectionné, puis appuyer de nouveau pour suspendre le programme et déverrouiller le couvercle.

REMARQUE : Si le lave-linge tourne, le couvercle peut mettre quelques minutes à se déverrouiller. Appuyer pendant 3 secondes pour annuler un programme se déverrouiller. Appuyer pendant 3 secondes pour annuler un programme.

6CYCLE STATUS LIGHT INDICATOR (TEMOINS LUMINEUX DE PROGRAMME)

Les témoins lumineux indiquent la progression du programme. À chaque étape du processus, il est possible que l'on remarque des pauses ou des sons différents de ceux que l’on remarque avec des lave-linge ordinaires.

FILL (REMPLISSAGE)

Lorsqu’on appuie sur le bouton START/Pause/Unlock

(mise en marche/pause/déverrouillage), le lave-linge effectue un test automatique sur le mécanisme de verrouillage du couvercle. On entend un déclic et

le couvercle se déverrouille brièvement avant de se verrouiller à nouveau. Le lave-linge procède à des essorages pour vérifier l’équilibrage de la charge.

Ces essorages peuvent prendre plusieurs minutes avant que l’eau ne soit admise dans le lave-linge. Les essorages peuvent émettre un bourdonnement avant le remplissage. Ceci est normal.

WASH (LAVAGE)

On entend l’agitateur déplacer la charge. Les bruits émis par le moteur peuvent changer lors des

différentes étapes du programme. La durée de lavage est déterminée par le niveau de saleté sélectionné.

RINSE (RINÇAGE)

On entend des sons similaires à ceux entendus lors du programme de lavage à mesure que le lave-linge rince et déplace la charge. Le moteur émettra peut-être un court bourdonnement pour déplacer le panier pendant le remplissage. L’assouplissant pour tissu sera ajouté si l’option Fabric Softener (assouplissant pour tissu) est sélectionnée.

Certains programmes utilisent un rinçage avec vaporisation. Après avoir effectué la vidange et l’extraction de l'eau, le lave linge poursuit l'essorage et la vaporisation d'eau de rinçage pendant toute la durée de rinçage.

SPIN (ESSORAGE)

Le lave-linge essore la charge à des vitesses augmentant graduellement pour une bonne extraction de l’eau, en fonction du programme et de la vitesse d'essorage sélectionnés.

DONE (TERMINE)

Une fois le programme terminé, ce témoin s’allume.

Retirer la charge rapidement pour un résultat optimal.

LID LOCK

(COUVERCLE VERROUILLÉ)

Pour permettre le fonctionnement correct de l’essorage, le couvercle se verrouille et le témoin de verrouillage du couvercle s’allume. Ce témoin

lumineux indique que le couvercle est verrouillé et ne peut être ouvert.

Si l’on doit ouvrir le couvercle, appuyer sur START/Pause/Unlock. Le couvercle se déverrouille une fois que le

mouvement du lave-linge a cessé. Il se peut que cela prenne plusieurs

minutes si le lave-linge essorait la charge à grande vitesse. Appuyer de

nouveau sur START/Pause/Unlock pour poursuivre le programme.

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