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FABRIC CARE SYSTEM
TOP-LOADING
HIGH EFFICIENCY
LOW-WATER WASHER
USE AND CARE GUIDE
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Table of Contents Table des mati6res
WASHER SAFETY ......................................................... 2
WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LiD? ................................. 3
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ............................ 4
CYCLE GUIDE ............................................................... 5
USING YOUR WASHER ................................................ 6
Using Laundry Product Dispensers...............................7
Starting Your Washer ......................................................7
WASHER MAINTENANCE .................................................9
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................... 11
WARRANTY .........................................................................16
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE .............................Back Cover
LAVEUSE HAUTE
EFFICACITI_ A FAIBLE
CONSOMMATION D'EAU
AVEC CHARGEMENT
PAR LE DESSUS
GUIDE D'UTILISATION
ET D'ENTRETIEN
SECURIT#:: DE LA LAVEUSE ...................................... 17
QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? ................ 18
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE
ET CARACT¢:RISTIQUES .......................................... 19
GUIDE DES PROGRAMMES ...................................... 21
UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE .................................. 23
Utilisationdes distributeurs de produits de lessive ..24
Mise en marche de la laveuse ..................................... 25
ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE .........................................27
D#PANNAGE .......................................................................29
GARANTIE ...........................................................................35
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ................. Couverture arri_re
W10280477A
W10280478A =SP
Designed to use only HE High Efficiency
detergents.
Con_ue pour I'utilisation d'un d6tergent haute
efficacit6 seulement.
WASHER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all
safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or
"WARNING." These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
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[] Read all instructions before using the washer.
[] Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned
in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline,
dry=cleaning solvents, other flammable, or explosive
substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
[] Do not add gasoline, dry=cleaning solvents, or other
flammable, or explosive substances to the wash water.
These substances give off vapors that could ignite or
explode.
[] Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be
produced in a hot water system that has not been used
for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS
EXPLOSIVE. Ifthe hot water system has not been
used for such a period, before using the washing
machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water
flow from each for several minutes. This will release
any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is
flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during
this time.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used
near children.
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Before the washer is removed from service or discarded,
remove the door or lid.
[] Do not reach intothe washer if the drum, tub or agitator is
moving.
[] Do not install or store the washer where itwill be exposed to
the weather.
[] Do not tamper with controls.
[] Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any
servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual or in
published user-repair instructions that you understand and
have the skills to carry out.
[] See "Electrical Requirements" for grounding instructions.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID?
Cleaning with Less
Washplate
Traditional agitator-style
washing machine
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.
maximum load hek
When loading the washer with dirty laundry, fill it evenly
around the basket wall. For best results, fill no higher than the
recommended maximum load height.
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. You will find a
step-by-step description in the "Cycle Status Lights" section.
Washer with low-water
washplate wash system
As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the
clothes will settle in the basket. This is normal, and does not
indicate that more clothes should be added.
IMPORTANT: You will not see a washer basket full of water
as with your past agitator-style washer.
Choosing the Right Detergent
Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be
marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." 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.
Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.
Concentrated Cleaniag
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 washplate moves the load while water is added in small
amounts until the load is wet. This low-water wash method
uses less water and energy compared to a traditional
agitator-style washer.
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.
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CONTROL P EL FEATURES
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POWER
Fabric
Softener
O 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 will 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
Soil level (wash time) is preset for each wash cycle.
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. Lower 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. Note
that not all options can be used with all cycles, and some
are preset to work with certain cycles.
QUICKWASH
NORMAL
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IDUTY Hot Extra Heavy
START Warm Heavy igh
Pause/Unlock
with_ Cool Medium
DRAIN & SPIN
Sensing W_sh Spin Done
HEAv l l
Cold Light pin
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L_J
LL°_k Extra Temp Soil Spin
Rinse Level Speed
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CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR
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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 Wash Rinse Spin Done
SENSING Sensing Wash Rinse Spin Done
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, the basket will make a
slight turn, then lid will unlock briefly before locking again.
Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will
slowly spin the dry load to estimate the load size and
amount of water needed, and begin adding water. The
washer will then move the load briefly, 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 flowing
through the dispenser, adding detergent to the load.
NOTE: The sensing light may also come on during the
Wash portion of the cycle. This is normal.
WASH Sensing Wash Rinse Spin Done
You will hear the 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 Sensing Wash Rinse Spin Done
You will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the
washer rinses and moves the load. Fabric softener will
be added ifthe Fabric Softener option was selected.
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EXTRA RINSE
This option can be used to automatically add a second
rinse to most cycles.
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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.
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SPIN Sensing Wash Rinse Spin Done
The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for proper
water removal, based on selected cycle and spin speed.
DONE Sensing Wash Rinse Spin Done
Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on.
Remove the load promptly for best results.
LID LOCK D
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.
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START
Pause/Unlock
CYCLE GUIDE
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load
being washed.
Not all cycles and options are available on all models.
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terns tO
wash:
Machine-wash
silks, hand-
wash fabrics
Small loads,
cottons,
polyester,
perm press
Cottons, linens,
sheets, and
mixed garment
loads
Cottons, 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-wash items
Heavily soiled
fabrics
No clothes in
washer
CYcle:
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Delicate
Wash!Rinse Spin Soil Available Cycle Detads:
Temperature: Speed: Level: Options: .................
Hot/Cold High Extra Heavy
Warm/Cold Low Heavy
Cool/Cold No Spin Medium
Cold/Cold Light
Quick
Wash
Hot/Cold High Extra Heavy
Warm/Cold Low Heavy
Cool/Cold No Spin Medium
Cold/Cold Light
Normal
Hot/Cold
Warm/Cold
Cool/Cold
Cold/Cold
Eco
Normal
Hot/Cold
Warm/Cold
Cool/Cold
Cold/Cold
Casual
Hot/Cold High Extra Heavy
Warm/Cold Low Heavy
Cool/Cold No Spin Medium
Cold/Cold Light
Bulky Hot/Cold
Items Warm/Cold
Cool/Cold
Cold/Cold
Heavy Hot/Cold
Duty Warm/Cold
Cool/Cold
Cold/Cold
Rinse & Hot/Cold
Spin Warm/Cold
Cool/Cold
Cold/Cold
Drain &
Spin
Soak Hot/Cold
Warm/Cold
Cool/Cold
Cold/Cold
Hot/ColdClean
Washer
with
Affresh ®
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Extra Rinse
Extra Rinse
High Extra Heavy Extra Rinse
Heavy
Medium
Light
High Extra Heavy Extra Rinse
Heavy
Medium
Light
Extra Rinse
High Extra Heavy
Extra Rinse
Low Heavy
No Spin Medium
Light
High Extra Heavy
Extra Rinse
Low Heavy
No Spin Medium
Light
High
Low
No Spin
High
Low
No Spin
No Spin Extra Heavy
Heavy
Medium
Light
High Extra Heavy
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.
Use this cycle to wash small, lightly
soiled loads of 2-3 items that are needed
in a hurry.
Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons
and mixed fabric loads. High speed spin
is the only spin speed available for the
Normal cycle.
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.
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 fill with enough water to wet down the
load before the wash portion of the cycle
begins. Do not overload 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 high speed
spin for loads requiring an additional
rinse cycle or to complete a load after
power interruption.
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.
Select Soil Level to adjust soaking cycle
time. After time has expired, water will
drain but washer will not spin.
Use once a month to keep the inside
of the washer fresh and clean. Higher
water levels and Affresh ®work together
to thoroughly clean the washer interior.
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USING YOUR WASHER
Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are dampened
with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on
it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
"1, Sort and prepare your laundry
• 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 prevent further damage to items
during washing.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Load garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall.
For best results, do not load higher than the recommended
maximum load height. Do not wrap large items such as sheets
around the washplate; load them in loose piles around the sides
of the basket. Try mixing different sized items to reduce tangling.
IMPORTANT: Do not overload or force items into washer.
items need to move freely. Overloading can lead to poor
cleaning performance, and may increase wrinkling and tangling.
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 prevent tangling when
washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to prevent pilling. Separate lint-takers
from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will
pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.
Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid
damage to your garments.
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maximum load height
m
Using Laundry Product Dispensers
Add HE detergent to dispenser
Detergent tray
Add a measured amount of HE detergent
into detergent tray. This tray holds 3 oz.
(89 mL). Do not overfill tray - adding too much detergent may
cause detergent to be dispensed into the washer too early.
IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package
will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." 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.
Fabric softener tray
CD
Fabric
Softener
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 overfill
or dilute. Overfilling 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
(}. Press POWER to turn on washer
to dispenser
Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (250 mL).
Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same
cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.
POWER
Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then press
POWER to turn on the washer.
7. Select cycle
QUICKWASH
DELICATE
CLEAI'
WASHER
with a_
Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. For more
information, see "Control Panel".
NORMAL
DRAIN & SPIN
CASUAL
BULKY
ITEMS
HEAVY
DUTY
RINSE& SPIN
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8. Select cycle settings
l Hot l Extra Heavy
Warm l Heavy IHigh
_i IM_I: um ILNWspin
0. Press START/Pause/Unlock
to begin wash cycle
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Temp Soil Spin
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.
Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid
damage to your garments.
Hot
Some cold water is added to save
energy. This will be cooler than
Warm
Some cold water will be added,
so this will be cooler than what
your previous washer provided.
Cool - brights/darks _:
Warm water is added to assist Colors that
in soil removal and to help bleed or fade
dissolve detergents. Light soils
Cold
Warm water may be added to Dark colors that
assist in soil removal and to help bleed or fade
dissolve detergents. Light soils
Level Speed
Whites and pastels
Durable garments
Bright colors
Moderate to light soils
START
Pause/Unlock
Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the wash cycle.
When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will light.
Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to prevent
odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and
snaps.
Unlocking the lid to add garments: c_
If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2
missed garments, you may do so during the
first portion of the Sensing step.
Press START/Pause/Unlock; the lid will unlock Pause/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.
START
9, Select cycle options
CD CD
Fabric Extra
Softener Rinse
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.
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WASHER INWENANCE
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.
CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your clothes.
To keep washer interior odor-free, follow this recommended
monthly cleaning procedure:
1. Make sure the washer is empty.
2. Using recommended AFFRESH®washer cleaner, add one
tablet to washer drum
OR
If using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to liquid
chlorine bleach dispenser.
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"- CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER TRAY '_
You may find laundry product residue inyour 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 wtih atowel, then place back into slot.
iMPORTANT: Dispenser trays are not dishwasher safe.
IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent to CLEAN WASHER
with AFFRESH TM cycle. Do not use more than recommended
amount of bleach to avoid damaging product over time.
3. Close washer lid.
4. Press POWER.
5. Select CLEAN WASHER with AFFRESH TM cycle.
6. Press START/Pause/Unlock. Water will pour into washer
for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle
will continue.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must
be interrupted, press START/Pause/Unlock twice and run
a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to ensure cleaner or bleach have
been rinsed from washer.
To clean exterior:
1. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills.
2. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.
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.
f 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 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run
washer on RINSE AND 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.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet,
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
RE! NSTALLING/USI NG WASHER AGAI N
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 Efficiency detergent. Use half the manufacturer's
recommended amount for a medium-size load.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
r
If you experience
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help
for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
Check the following for
proper installation or see
"Using Your Washer"
section.
Clicking or metallic
noises
Gurgling or humming
Feet may not be in contact with the
floor and locked.
Washer may not be level.
Load could be unbalanced.
Objects caught in washer
drain system.
Washer may be
draining water.
Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and washer
must be level to operate properly. Jam nuts must be tight
against the bottom of the cabinet.
Check floor for flexing or sagging. If flooring is uneven, a 3/4"
(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.
See "Level the Washer" in InstNlation Instructions.
Load dry items in loose heaps evenly around basket wall.
Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to basket
could unbalance washer.
Do not overload. Do not fill above the stainless steel portion of
basket. Avoid washing single items.
Use Bulky Item cycle for oversized, non-absorbent items such as
comforters or poly-filled jackets.
See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in this Use and
Care Guide.
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 normN to hear metal items on clothing such as metal snaps,
buckles, or zippers touch against the stainless steel basket.
It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound
with periodic gurgling or surging as finn amounts of water are
removed during the spin/drain cycles.
Check the following for Washer not level. Water may splash off basket if washer is not level.
proper installation: Check that load is not unbalanced or overloaded.
Fill hoses not attached tightly. Tighten fill-hose connection.
Fill hose washers Are all four fill hose flat washers properly seated?
Not enough water
in washer
Drain hose connection
Check household plumbing for leaks
or clogged sink or drain.
Washer not loaded properly.
Load not completely covered
in water.
Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to
drainpipe or laundry tub.
Do not place tape over drain opening.
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.)
Improper loading can cause basket to be out of alignment
and cause water to splash off tub. See "Getting Started"
for loading instructions.
This is normal operation for an HE low-water washer. The load will
not be completely underwater. 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. The added water
lifts the load off the washplate, resulting in less cleaning.
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