Whirlpool 4GWTW5500 Owner's Manual

TOP-LOADING HIGH EFFICIENCY

LOW-WATER WASHER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN

DU LAVE-LINGE HAUTE EFFICACITE

A FAIBLE CONSOMMATION D’EAU

AVEC CHARGEMENT PAR LE DESSUS

LAVADORA DE CARGA SUPERIOR Y ALTO RENDIMIENTO,

CON NIVEL BAJO DE AGUA

MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO

Designed to use only HE High Efciency detergents.

Conçue pour l’utilisation d’un détergent haute efcacité seulement.

Diseñada para utilizar solamente detergentes de Alto rendimiento (HE).

W10549306A 4GWTW5500

Table of Contents

WASHER SAFETY ..............................................................3

SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................3

WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? ......................................4

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES .................................5

CYCLE GUIDE ....................................................................6

Table des matières

SECURITE DU LAVE-LINGE ............................................18

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................18

QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? .....................19

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE

ET CARACTERISTIQUES ...............................................20

GUIDE DES PROGRAMMES ...........................................22

Índice

SEGURIDAD DE LA LAVADORA .....................................36

ESPECIFICACIONES .......................................................36

¿QUÉ HAY DE NUEVO DEBAJO DE LA TAPA? .............37

PANEL DE CONTROL Y CARACTERÍSTICAS ...............38

GUÍA DE CICLOS .............................................................39

USING YOUR WASHER .....................................................7

Using Laundry Product Dispensers ....................................8

Starting Your Washer ........................................................... 8

WASHER MAINTENANCE ....................................................10

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................12

UTILISATION DU LAVE-LINGE .......................................24

Utilisation de distributeurs de produits de lessive ..........25

Mise en marche du lave-linge ...........................................26

ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-LINGE ..............................................27

DEPANNAGE ............................................................................30

USO DE SU LAVADORA ..................................................41

Cómo usar los depósitos para

productos de lavandería ....................................................42

Puesta en marcha de la lavadora .....................................42

MANTENIMIENTO DE LA LAVADORA ..............................44

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS ..............................................46

WASHER SAFETY

SPECIFICATIONS

These units are sold in multiple regions with different requirements for measuring capacity. Below are a few of the valid forms of measure posted on this product:

Dry Linen Capacity: A weight measure that reects a

maximum load size that can be loaded into the dryer.

Dry Linen Capacity

10,5 kg (23 lb)

SASO Capacity

7 kg (15,4 lb)

SASO Capacity: A capacity measure that represents the capacity at which performance testing was completed.

SASO Water Consumption: Water consumption which the manufacturer declares will be used in a specic cycle.

SASO Water Consumption

147 litres

WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID?

Cleaning with Less Water

Washplate

Traditional agitator-style

washer

The most striking difference in your new washer is the low-water washplate wash system. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size—no water level selector is needed.

Washer with low-water

washplate wash system

Automatic Load Size Sensing

Once you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will begin the sensing process to determine the correct water level for the load. This may take several minutes before water is added. You will nd a step-by-step description in the “Cycle Status Lights” section.

You will hear the motor turn the basket in short pulses to thoroughly wet the load. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to a traditional agitator-style washer.

Choosing the Right Detergent

Use only High Efciency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efciency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate; when loaded, the center of the washplate should be visible.

As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the garments will settle in the basket. This is normal, and does not indicate that more garments should be added.

IMPORTANT: You will not see a washer basket full of water as with your past agitator-style washer. It is normal for some of the load to be above the water line.

Use only High Efciency (HE) detergent.

Concentrated Cleaning

Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Rather than diluting detergent as done in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the soils.

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 cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as the washplate 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.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

WASH 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.

CYCLE OPTIONS

When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

TEMP

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maybecoolerthanwhatyour

previous washer provided.

•EveninaCoolwaterwash,somewarmwatermay

be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.

SOIL LEVEL

For most loads, use the Soil Level that is preset with the cycle you have chosen. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, press Soil Level to select more wash time, if needed. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, press Soil Level to select less wash time, if needed. Lighter Soil Level setting will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.

SPIN SPEED

This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the cycle selected. The preset speeds can be changed. Not all spin speeds are available with all cycles.

•Fasterspinspeedsmeanshorterdrytimes,butmay

increase wrinkling in your load.

•Slowerspinspeedsmeanlesswrinkling,butwillleave

your load more damp.

You may also add or remove options for each cycle. Not all options can be used with all cycles, and some are preset to work with certain cycles.

EXTRA RINSE

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

FABRIC SOFTENER

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.

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 traditional washers.

SENSING

Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer

WASH

You will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the

When the START/Pause/Unlock button is pressed, the washer will rst perform a self-test on the lid lock mechanism. You will hear a click, the basket will make a slight turn, then lid will unlock briey before locking again.

will use short, slow spins to estimate the load size. These sensing spins may take 2 to 3 minutes before water is added to the load and you may hear the hum of these spins. If the Sensing light is on, the washer is working properly. You will hear the motor turn the basket in short pulses to thoroughly wet the load. The washer will then move the load briey, pause to allow water to soak into the load, and resume adding water. This process may repeat until the correct amount of water has been added for the load. You may also hear water owing through the dispenser, adding detergent to the load.

NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during sensing. The sensing process will start over when the washer is restarted. The Sensing light may also come on during the Wash portion of the cycle. This is normal.

You will hear the motor and washplate moving the load. Unlike traditional washers, the load is not covered with water. Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Rather than diluting detergent, as done in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the soils. The motor sounds may change at different stages in the cycle. The wash time is determined by the selected soil level.

RINSE

washer rinses and moves the load. You may hear the motor turning on briey (short hum) to move the basket while lling. Fabric softener will be added if the Fabric Softener option was selected. Some cycles use spray rinsing.

SPIN

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

DONE

Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on.

Remove the load promptly for best results.

CYCLE GUIDE

Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best ts the load being washed. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Items to

wash:

Machine-wash silks, hand-wash fabrics

Small loads, cottons, polyester, perm press

Cottons, linens, sheets, and mixed garment loads

No-iron fabrics, cottons, perm press, linens, synthetics

Large items such as sleeping bags, small comforters, jackets

Sturdy fabrics, colorfast items, towels, jeans

Swimsuits and items requiring rinsing without detergent

Hand-washed items or dripping wet items

Heavily soiled fabrics

No clothes in washer

Cycle:

Wash

Temp*:

Delicate

Quick Wash

Normal

Eco

Normal

Casual

Bulky Items

Heavy

Duty

Rinse &

Spin

Drain &

Spin

Soak Use this cycle to soak small spots of set in

Clean

Washer

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

Spin

Speed:

High

Low

No Spin

High

Low

No Spin

High

No Spin

High

Low

No Spin

High

Low

No Spin

High

Low

No Spin

High

Low

No Spin

High

Low

No Spin

Soil

Level:

Extra Heavy

Heavy

Medium

Light

Extra Heavy

Heavy

Medium

Light

Extra Heavy

Heavy

Medium

Light

Extra Heavy

Heavy

Medium

Light

Extra Heavy

Heavy

Medium

Light

Extra Heavy

Heavy

Medium

Light

Extra Heavy

Heavy

Medium

Light

Extra Heavy

Heavy

Medium

Light

LID LOCK

To allow for proper load sensing, 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.

Available

Options:

Extra Rinse

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. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level.

Use this cycle to wash small, lightly soiled loads of 2-3 items that are needed in a hurry. This cycle features a spray rinse.

Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. This cycle features a spray rinse.

The Eco Normal cycle allows you to increase your energy savings compared to the Normal cycle. When this cycle is used, the wash cycle will use cooler wash water temperatures than the Normal cycle. This cycle features a spray rinse.

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 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. Do not tightly pack basket.

Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may take longer for some items than for others because they will absorb more water than other fabric types.

Combines a rinse and spin for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to complete a load after power interruption. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. Also use for loads that require rinsing only.

This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after a power failure.

stains on fabrics. The washer will use intermittent agitation and soaking. After time has expired, water will drain, but the washer will not spin. Cycle is complete.

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 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 cycle. Use this cycle with an empty wash tub.

Cycle Details:

*All rinses are cold.

USING YOUR WASHER

1. Sort and prepare your laundry 2. Load laundry into washer

• Emptypockets.Loosechange,buttons,oranysmall

object can pass under the washplate 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. See “Cycle Guide” for tips and more information on using the Bulky Items cycle.

• 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.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate; when loaded, the center of the washplate should be visible. Try mixing different sized garments to reduce tangling.

IMPORTANT: Garments need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling.

Liquid

Chlorine Bleach

Using Laundry Product Dispensers

3. Add HE detergent to dispenser

Detergent tray

Add a measured amount of HE detergent into detergent tray. This tray holds 89 mL (3 oz.). Do not overll tray – adding too much detergent may cause detergent to be dispensed into the washer too early.

IMPORTANT: Use only High Efciency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efciency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

Using Oxi or color-safe bleach:

If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.

HELPFUL TIP: See “Washer Maintenance” for information on recommended method of cleaning washer dispenser trays.

5. Add fabric softener to dispenser,

if desired

Fabric softener tray

Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into tray, always follow manufacturer’s directions for correct amount of fabric softener based on your load size. Close dispenser drawer, then select Fabric Softener option.

IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be selected to ensure proper distribution at correct time in cycle. Do not overll or dilute. Overlling dispenser will cause fabric softener to immediately dispense into washer.

If Extra Rinse option is selected, fabric softener will be dispensed into the last rinse.

It is normal for a small amount of water to remain in the dispenser at the end of a cycle.

Starting Your Washer

6. Press POWER to turn on washer

4. Add liquid chlorine bleach

to dispenser, if desired

Liquid Chlorine

Bleach

Do not overll, dilute, or use more than 236 mL (1 cup). Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then press POWER/Standby to turn on the washer.

7. Select cycle

Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. For more information, see “Control Panel”.

8. Select cycle settings

Once you select a cycle, the default settings for that cycle will be lit. Press the cycle settings buttons to change the Temperature, Soil Level, and Spin Speed, if desired.

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

Wash Temp

Hot

Some cold water is added to save energy. This will be cooler than your hot water heater setting.

Warm Some cold water will be added, so this will be cooler than what your previous washer provided.

Cool Warm water is added to assist in soil removal and to help dissolve detergents.

Suggested Fabrics

Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils

Bright colors Moderate to light soils

Colors that bleed or fade

Light soils

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 nished, 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 the lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to restart the cycle.

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

Delay in water ll

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

Cold Warm water may be added to assist in soil removal and to help dissolve detergents.

Dark colors that bleed or fade

Light soils

9. Select cycle options

Select any other cycle options you may wish to add, if not previously set. Some cycles will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. These can be turned off, if desired.

NOTE: Not all options are available with all cycles.

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:

Clean Washer Cycle

This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in combination with liquid chlorine bleach to clean the inside of the washer.

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 CLEAN WASHER cycle. f. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to begin the

cycle. The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle

must be interrupted, press POWER/Standby. (For models with no POWER/Standby button, press and hold START/ Pause/Unlock for three seconds). After the Clean Washer cycle has stopped, run a RINSE and SPIN cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:

1. This cycle will ll to a water level higher than in normal

wash cycles to provide rinsing at a level above the water line for normal wash cycle.

2. During this cycle, there will be some agitation and

spinning to increase the removal of soils.

After this cycle is complete, leave the lid open to allow for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior.

Cleaning the Dispensers

After a period of using your washer, you may nd 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 nish, do not use abrasive products.

CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER TRAY

You may nd laundry product residue in your dispenser trays. To remove residue, follow this recommended cleaning procedure:

1. Pull tray out until you feel resistance.

2. Lift up slightly, and then continue pulling out.

3. Wash in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent.

4. Rinse with warm water.

5. Air dry, or dry with a towel, then place back into slot.

IMPORTANT: Dispenser trays are not dishwasher safe.

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 ooding 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.

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 BULKY ITEMS cycle to clean

washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efciency detergent. Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-size load.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you experience

Vibration or Off-Balance

Check the following for proper installation or see “Using Your Washer” section.

Noises

Clicking or metallic noises

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

Possible Causes

Feet may not be in contact with the oor and locked.

Washer may not be level.

Load could be unbalanced.

Objects caught in washer drain system.

Front and rear feet must be in rm contact with oor, and washer must be level to operate properly. Jam nuts must be tight against the bottom of the cabinet.

Check oor for exing or sagging. If ooring is uneven, a 19 mm (3/4") piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.

See “Level the Washer” in the Installation Instructions.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to basket could unbalance washer.

Wash smaller loads to reduce imbalance. Use Bulky Item cycle for oversized, non-absorbent items such as

jackets and small comforters.

Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins 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.

Solution

Gurgling or humming

Humming

Water Leaks

Check the following for proper installation:

Washer not performing as expected

Not enough water in washer

Washer may be draining water.

The sensing light is on.

Washer not level. Fill hoses not attached tightly.

Fill hose washers Drain hose connection

Check household plumbing for leaks or clogged sink or drain.

Washer not loaded properly.

Load not completely covered in water.

It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with periodic gurgling or surging as nal amounts of water are removed during the spin/drain cycles.

You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have started the washer. This is normal. Sensing spins will take several minutes before water is added to the washer.

Water may splash off basket if washer is not level.

Tighten ll-hose connection.

Make sure all four ll hose at washers are properly seated.

Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to drainpipe or laundry tub.

Water can back up out of a clogged sink or drainpipe. Check all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)

Unbalanced loading can cause basket to be out of alignment and cause water to splash off tub. See “Using Your Washer” for loading instructions.

This is normal operation for an HE low-water washer. The load will not be completely under water. The washer senses load sizes and adds correct amount of water for optimal cleaning. See “What’s New under the Lid.”

IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to washer. Adding water lifts the garments off the washplate, resulting in less effective cleaning.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

If you experience

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

Washer won’t run or ll, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to ll appropriately)

Check for proper water supply.

Check proper electrical supply.

Normal washer operation.

Washer may be tightly packed.

Possible Causes

Solution

Both hoses must be attached and have water owing 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 ow.

Plug power cord into a grounded outlet. Do not use an extension cord. Ensure there is power to outlet. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses.

NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Lid must be closed for washer to run. Washer will pause during certain phases of cycle.

Do not interrupt cycle. Washer may be stopped to reduce suds. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may take

2 to 3 minutes before the water is added. You may hear the hum of the spins. This is normal.

Remove several items, rearrange load evenly around the washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate. Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock.

Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.

Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent.

Do not add more water to the washer. Only use HE detergent. Suds from regular detergents can slow

or stop the washer. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on your load requirements.

To remove suds, cancel cycle. Select RINSE & SPIN. Press START/Pause/Unlock. Do not add more detergent.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

If you experience

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet or spin light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to pump out water within ten minutes)

Dry spots on load after cycle

Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures

Load not rinsed

Empty pockets and use garment bags for small items.

Use a cycle with a low spin speed.

The washer may be tightly packed or unbalanced.

Check plumbing for correct drain hose installation. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than 114 mm (4.5").

Wrong or too much detergent causing suds to slow or stop draining and spinning.

High speed spins extract more moisture than traditional top-load washers.

Check for proper water supply.

Energy-saving controlled wash temperatures.

Check for proper water supply.

Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent.

Washer may be tightly packed.

Possible causes

Solution

Small items may have been caught in pump or between basket and tub, which can slow draining.

Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than cycles with high spin speeds. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for your garment. To remove extra water in the load, select DRAIN & SPIN. Load may need to be rearranged to allow even distribution of the load in the basket.

Tightly packed or unbalanced loads may not allow the washer to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. Evenly arrange the wet load for balanced spinning. Select DRAIN & SPIN to remove excess water. See “Using Your Washer” for loading recommendations.

Check drain hose for proper installation. Use drain hose form and securely attach to drainpipe or tub. Do not tape over drain opening. Lower drain hose if the end is higher than 1.25 m (4') above the oor. Remove any clogs from drain hose.

Use only HE detergent. Always measure and follow detergent directions for your load. To remove extra suds, select RINSE & SPIN. Do not add detergent.

The high spin speeds combined with air ow during the nal spin can cause items near the top of the load to develop dry spots during the nal spin. This is normal.

Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed. Both hoses must be attached to both washer and faucet, and

have both hot and cold water owing to inlet valve. Check that inlet valve screens are not clogged. Remove any kinks in hoses. Energy Efcient washers use cooler wash and rinse water

temperatures than traditional top-load washers. This includes cooler hot and warm washes.

Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed. Both hoses must be attached and have water owing 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.

The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly.

Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions

based on load size and soil level. The washer is less efcient at rinsing when load is tightly

packed. Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Do

not load garments directly over the center of the washplate. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

If you experience

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. on load after washing

Load is tangling

Not cleaning or removing stains

Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and detergent or bleach residues may require additional rinsing.

Washer not loaded as recommended.

Wash load not completely covered in water.

Added more water to washer.

Washer not loaded properly.

Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent.

Possible Causes

Solution

Add an Extra Rinse to the selected cycle.

See “Using Your Washer” section. See “Cycle Guide” to match your load with the best cycle.

Select a cycle with a slower wash action and spin speed; however, items will be wetter than those using a higher speed spin.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate.

Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the recommended cycle for the type of garments being washed.

Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of water. This is normal and necessary for clothes to move.

Do not add more water to washer. Adding water lifts the garments off the washplate, resulting in less effective cleaning.

Washer is less efcient at rinsing when load is tightly packed. Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Do

not load garments directly over the center of the washplate. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from

operating correctly. Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer’s directions

based on load size and soil level.

water still in dispenser after cycle

Not using correct cycle for fabric type.

Not using dispensers.

Not washing like colors together.

Normal dispenser operation.

Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to improve cleaning.

If using Quick Wash cycle, wash only a few items. Use Whites and Heavy Duty cycle for tough cleaning. See “Cycle Guide” to match your load with the best cycle.

Use dispensers to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener staining.

Load dispensers before starting a cycle. Avoid overlling. Do not add products directly onto load. Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle

is complete to avoid dye transfer. It is normal for small amounts of water to remain in dispenser.Small amount of

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

If you experience

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

Incorrect dispenser operation

Fabric damage

Odors

Lid Locked light is ashing.

Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon.

Residual powder in dispenser.

Sharp items were in pockets during wash cycle.

Strings and straps could have tangled. Items may have been damaged before

washing. Fabric damage can occur if washer

is tightly packed.

Liquid chlorine bleach may have been added incorrectly.

Garment care instructions may not have been followed.

Monthly maintenance not done as recommended.

Using wrong or too much detergent.

The lid is not closed. A cycle was stopped or paused using

the START/Pause/Unlock button.

Possible Causes

Solution

Do not overll dispenser, which causes immediate dispensing. Always select Fabric Softener option to assure proper dispensing. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. Homes with low water pressure may result in residual powder in the

dispenser. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on your load, or use liquid HE detergent.

Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser. In wash water temperatures colder than 15.6° C (60° F), some

detergents do not dissolve well. Soils may be difcult to remove. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on your load, or use liquid HE detergent.

Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before washing to avoid snags and tears.

Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load. Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate.

Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started.

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

Always read and follow garment manufacturer’s care label instructions. See “Cycle Guide” to match your load with the best cycle.

Run the Clean Washer cycle after every 30 washes. See “Washer Care” in Washer Maintenance.

Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete. Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always follow the manufacturer’s directions. See “Washer Care” section.

Close the lid. The washer will not start or ll with the lid open. The washer may still be spinning. The lid will not unlock until the

basket has stopped spinning. This may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics.

NOTES

SECURITE DU LAVE-LINGE

SPECIFICATIONS

Ces appareils sont vendus dans diverses régions aux critères de capacité de mesure différents. Vous trouverez ci-dessous quelques-unes des formes de mesures valables indiquées sur ce produit :

Capacité linge sec

10,5 kg (23 lb)

Capacité SASO

7 kg (15,4 lb)

Capacité linge sec : Poids reétant la taille de charge maximale pouvant être placée dans le lave-linge.

Capacité SASO : Mesure de capacité représentant la capacité à laquelle les tests de performance ont été effectués.

Consommation d'eau SASO : Niveau de consommation d’eau déterminé par le fabricant pour un programme donné.

Consommation d'eau SASO

147 litres

QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE?

Nettoyer avec moins d'eau

Plateau de lavage

Lave-linge de type agitateur

traditionnel

La nouveauté la plus remarquable de ce nouveau lave-linge est son système de lavage à faible consommation d'eau avec plateau de lavage. Le lave-linge ajuste automatiquement le niveau d'eau en fonction de la taille de la charge - nul besoin de sélecteur de niveau d'eau.

Lave-linge à faible consommation

d'eau avec plateau de lavage

Détection automatique

de taille de charge

Une fois que l’on démarre le programme, le couvercle se verrouille et le lave-linge entame un processus de détection pour déterminer le niveau d’eau approprié à la charge. Cela peut prendre plusieurs minutes avant que l’eau ne soit ajoutée. Voir la description pas-à-pas dans la section “Témoins lumineux de programme”.

Vous entendrez le moteur faire tourner le panier par de brefs mouvements d’impulsion pour bien imbiber la charge. Cette méthode de lavage avec faible consommation d’eau utilise moins d’eau et d’énergie qu’un lave-linge traditionnel de type agitateur.

Choix du détergent approprié

Utiliser uniquement des détergents Haute efcacité. L’emballage portera la mention “HE” ou “High Efciency”(haute efcacité). Un lavage avec faible consommation d’eau produit un excès de mousse avec un détergent non HE ordinaire. Il est probable que l’utilisation d’un détergent ordinaire prolonge la durée des programmes et réduise la performance de rinçage. Ceci peut aussi entraîner des défaillances des composants et une moisissure perceptible. Les détergents HE sont conçus pour produire la quantité de mousse adéquate pour le meilleur rendement. Suivre les recommandations du fabricant pour déterminer la quantité de détergent à utiliser.

Charger les vêtements sans les tasser et de façon uniforme le long du plateau de lavage. Ne pas placer les vêtements directement au centre du plateau de lavage – celui-ci doit être visible.

A mesure que le lave-linge imbibe et déplace la charge, les vêtements se tassent dans le panier. Ceci est normal et ne signie pas que l'on doive rajouter des vêtements.

IMPORTANT : Le panier du lave-linge ne sera pas rempli d'eau, comme avec votre précédent lave-linge de type agitateur. Il est normal qu'une partie de la charge dépasse du niveau d'eau.

Utiliser uniquement un détergent Haute efcacité (HE).

Nettoyage concentré

Le système de lavage à faible consommation d'eau signie un lavage concentré. Plutôt que de diluer du détergent comme dans un lave-linge de type agitateur, ce lave-linge libère le détergent directement sur les endroits souillés.

Sons normaux prévisibles

Au cours des différents stades du programme de lavage, vous entendrez peut-être des bruits que votre lave-linge précédent ne produisait pas. Par exemple, vous entendrez peut-être un cliquetis et un bourdonnement au début du programme lorsque le système de verrouillage du couvercle effectue un test automatique. On entendra différents bourdonnements et bruits de frottements rythmiques à mesure que l’impulseur déplace la charge. Parfois, il est possible que le lave-linge soit complètement silencieux, lorsqu’il détermine le niveau d’eau adéquat ou qu’il laisse tremper les vêtements.

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTERISTIQUES

BOUTON DE PROGRAMME DE LAVAGE

Utiliser le bouton de programme pour sélectionner les programmes disponibles du lave-linge. Tourner le bouton pour sélectionner un cycle de charge de linge. Voir “Guide des Programmes” pour des descriptions de programmes détaillées.

OPTIONS DE PROGRAMMES

Lorsqu’on sélectionne un programme, ses réglages par défaut s’allument. Certains programmes et options ne sont pas disponibles sur certains modèles.

TEMP (TEMPERATURE)

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réglagedelavageàl’eaufroide,ilest

possible que de l’eau tiède soit ajoutée au lave-linge pour maintenir une température minimale.

SOIL LEVEL (NIVEAU DE SALETE)

Pour la plupart des charges, utiliser Soil Level (niveau de saleté) préréglé pour le programme choisi. Pour les tissus très sales et robustes, appuyer sur Soil Level (niveau de saleté) pour prolonger la durée de lavage si nécessaire. Pour les tissus peu sales et délicats, appuyer sur Soil Level (niveau de saleté) pour abréger la durée de lavage si nécessaire. Un réglage de niveau de saleté inférieur aidera à réduire l’emmêlement et le froissement.

SPIN SPEED (VITESSE D’ESSORAGE)

Ce lave-linge sélectionne automatiquement la Vitesse d’essorage en fonction du programme sélectionné. Les vitesses préréglées peuvent être modiées. Sur certains programmes, certaines vitesses d’essorage ne sont pas disponibles.

•Desvitessesd’essorageplusélevéessignientdes

durées de séchage plus courtes mais elles peuvent augmenter le froissement de la charge.

•Desvitessesd’essoragepluslentessignientmoins de froissement mais laissent la charge plus humide.

On peut aussi ajouter ou supprimer des options pour chaque programme. Noter que certaines options ne peuvent pas être utilisées avec certains programmes, et que certaines d’entre elles sont préréglées pour ne fonctionner qu’avec certains programmes.

EXTRA RINSE (RINÇAGE SUPPLEMENTAIRE)

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

FABRIC SOFTENER (ASSOUPLISSANT POUR TISSU)

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.

TEMOINS LUMINEUX DES PROGRAMMES

Les témoins lumineux indiquent la progression du programme. A 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.

SENSING (DETECTION)

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

Une fois le couvercle verrouillé pour la deuxième fois,

REMARQUE : Éviter d’ouvrir le couvercle pendant

(Mise en marche/pause/ déverrouillage), le lave-linge effectue un test automatique sur le mécanisme de verrouillage du couvercle. On entend un déclic, le panier effectue un léger tour, et le couvercle se déverrouille brièvement avant de se verrouiller à nouveau.

le lave-linge utilise des essorages lents et courts pour estimer le volume de la charge. Ces essorages de détection peuvent prendre 2 à 3 minutes avant que de l’eau ne soit ajoutée à la charge et les essorages peuvent émettre un bourdonnement. Si le témoin lumineux de détection est allumé, cela signie que le lave-linge fonctionne correctement. On entend le moteur qui fait tourner le panier par de courtes impulsions pour mouiller l’intégralité de la charge. Le lave-linge déplace ensuite brièvement la charge, fait une pause pour permettre à l’eau de tremper la charge, et continue à ajouter de l’eau. Ce processus peut se répéter jusqu’à ce que la quantité d’eau correcte ait été ajoutée à la charge. Il est aussi possible que l’on entende de l’eau couler dans le distributeur, ajoutant le détergent à la charge.

la détection de la charge. Le processus de détection reprend depuis le début quand le lave-linge est remis en marche. Le témoin de détection peut s’allumer également lors de l'étape de lavage du programme. Ceci est normal.

WASH (LAVAGE)

On entend le moteur et le plateau de lavage déplacer la

charge. Contrairement aux lave-linge ordinaires, la charge n’est pas complètement submergée dans l’eau. Un nettoyage avec faible niveau d’eau signie un nettoyage concentré. Plutôt que de diluer du détergent, comme dans un lave-linge de type agitateur, ce lave-linge libère le détergent directement sur les endroits souillés. 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. Vous pouvez entendre le moteur tourner brièvement (court bourdonnement) pour déplacer le panier pendant le remplissage. L’assouplissant pour tissu sera distribué si l’option Fabric Softener (Assouplissant pour tissu) a été sélectionnée. Quelques programmes utilisent un rinçage par vaporisation.

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 sélectionnée.

DONE (TERMINE)

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

Retirer la charge rapidement pour un résultat optimal.

LID LOCK (VERROUILLAGE DE

COUVERCLE)

Pour permettre une bonne détection de la

charge, 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 (Mise en marche/ pause/déverrouillage). 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 (Mise en marche/pause/ déverrouillage) pour poursuivre le programme.

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