Whirlpool W10280544C, W10280545B User Manual

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LAVEUSE À CHARGEMENT

WASHER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

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Table of Contents

WASHER SAFETY .........................................................2

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ............................3

CYCLE GUIDE ...............................................................5

USING YOUR WASHER ................................................6

WASHER MAINTENANCE ............................................9

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................11

WARRANTY .................................................................15

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ........................Back Cover

PAR LE DESSUS

GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET

D’ENTRETIEN

Table des matières

SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ......................................16

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET

CARACTÉRISTIQUES .................................................17

GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES ........................................19

UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE ..................................20

ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE ....................................23

DÉPANNAGE ...............................................................25

GARANTIE ...................................................................31

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............ Couverture arrière

W10280544C
W10280545B - SP

WASHER SAFETY

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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

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LOAD SIZE

Select the setting most suitable for your load. Ex 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. Tightly packing can lead to poor
cleaning performance, and may increase wrinkling and
tangling.

TEMPERATURE

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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.

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OPTIONS

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 turns on both the Fabric Softener and the
Extra Rinse options.

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Not all features and options are available on all models.

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Appearance may vary.

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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.

START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON

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Press to start the selected cycle; press again to pause the
cycle and unlock the lid.

NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several
minutes to unlock the lid. Press and hold for 3 seconds
to cancel a cycle.

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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.

FILL

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, and the lid will unlock
briey 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 lling. 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.

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RINSE

You will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the
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 Added-Yes 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 ts the load being washed.
Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Items to wash:

Sturdy fabrics,
colorfast items,
towels, jeans

Cottons, linens,
sheets, and mixed
garment loads

Lightweight
cotton fabrics

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

Lightly-soiled
no-iron fabrics
and synthetics

Machine-wash
silks, lingerie,
washable wools

Heavily soiled
fabrics

Swimsuits and
items requiring
rinsing without
detergent

Cycle:

Temperature*:

Spin

Speed:

Normal

Heavy

Normal

Regular

Normal

Light

Casual

Regular

Casual

Light

Delicate Low

Soak

Rinse &

Spin

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 rinse only

High

High

High

Low

Low

No Spin

High

Cycle Details:

Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. This cycle
uses spray rinses only. Select Fabric Softener Added-Yes if
using fabric softener.

Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric
loads. This cycle uses spray rinses only. Select Fabric
Softener Added-Yes if using fabric softener.

Use this cycle for lightly soiled mixed loads. This cycle
uses spray rinses only. Select Fabric Softener Added-Yes
if using fabric softener.

Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as
sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent
press, and blends. Select Fabric Softener Added-Yes if
using fabric softener.

Use this cycle to wash lightly-soiled loads of no-iron fabrics
such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes,
permanent press, and blends. Select Fabric Softener
Added-Yes if using fabric softener.

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. Select Fabric Softener Added-Yes if using fabric
softener.

Use this cycle to soak small spots of set in stains on
fabrics. The washer will use intermittent agitation and
soaking. After time has expired, water will drain, but the
washer will not spin. To set a follow-up cycle, select Drain &
Spin, add additional detergent and select a cycle based on
fabric type.

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.

Dripping wet or
hand-washed
items

NOTE: Be sure to select Fabric Softener Added-Yes, if adding fabric softener to load.
*All rinses are cold.

Drain &

Spin

N/A

High

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.

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USING YOUR WASHER

1. Sort and prepare your laundry

• 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.

2. Add detergent

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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Liquid

Chlorine Bleach

3. Load laundry into washer

MAX FILL

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.

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.

Dilute liquid fabric softener by lling the dispenser with warm
water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See max ll
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 nal rinse, wait until the washer has completed
lling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to pause the
washer. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount
of liquid fabric softener. Do not allow liquid fabric softener to
spill, splash, drip, or run into the basket or on load. Do not use
more than the recommended amount. 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.

4. Add liquid chlorine bleach

to dispenser

Do not overll, 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.

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

9. Select options

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

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

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.

Suggested Fabrics

Whites and pastels
Durable garments

Heavy soils

Bright colors
Moderate to light soils

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 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
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 lling.
This is normal operation.

Cool

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

Cold

This is the temperature from your
faucet. If your tap cold water is
very cold, warm water may be
added to assist in soil removal and
help dissolve detergent.

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Colors that bleed
or fade

Light soils

Dark colors that
bleed or fade

Light soils

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.

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 basket

OR

If using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to
liquid chlorine bleach dispenser.

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qt.(1L)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.

IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent. Do not use more than

recommended amount of bleach to avoid damaging product
over time.

3. Close washer lid.

4. Select Normal Heavy cycle, hot Temperature, and large

LoadSize.

5. 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 & SPIN cycle to ensure bleach has been rinsed from
washer. Press and hold the START/Pause/Unlock for
3 seconds to cancel the cycle.

Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser

1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and

squeezing,whilepushingupwardwiththumbs.

2. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it.
NOTE: To avoid damage to the washer or clothing, do not

wash clothes with the liquid fabric softener dispenser removed.

Cleaning the bleach dispenser

Wipe the inside of the bleach dispenser with a clean, damp
cloth.

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 nish, do not

use abrasive products.

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TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

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.

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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