Whirlpool W10441073B, W10441074B, WFW70HEBW User Manual
Use & Care Guide
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER
LAVEUSE AUTOMATIQUE À CHARGEMENT FRONTAL
W10441073B
W10441074B - SP
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Designed to use only HE
High Efciency detergents.
Conçue pour l’utilisation
d’un détergent haute
efcacité seulement.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WASHER SAFETY ...................................................................2
ACCESSORIES ........................................................................ 3
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ......................................4
USING THE DISPENSER DRAWER .......................................6
CYCLE GUIDE ......................................................................... 7
USING YOUR WASHER ..........................................................8
WASHER MAINTENANCE ....................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................... 15
WARRANTY ...........................................................................22
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................Back Cover
WASHER SAFETY
TABLE DE MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ................................................23
ACCESSOIRES ...................................................................... 24
TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES .......25
UTILISATION DU TIROIR DU DISTRIBUTEUR ...................28
GUIDE DES PROGRAMMES ................................................ 29
UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE ............................................ 31
ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE ..............................................35
DÉPANNAGE .........................................................................38
GARANTIE ............................................................................. 47
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ...................... Couverture arrière
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ACCESSORIES
Customize your new washer and dryer with the following
genuine Whirlpool accessories. For more information on
options and ordering, call 1-800-442-9991, or visit us at:
www.whirlpool.com/accessories. In Canada, call
1-800-807-6777 or visit us at www.whirlpool.ca.
15" Pedestal
Color-matched pedestals raise the
washer and dryer to a more comfortable
working height. The large drawer
provides convenient storage.
Worksurface
The worksurface bridges the
washer and dryer, and provides
a convenient working and
storage area.
Stack Kit
If space is at a premium,
the stack kit allows the dryer
to be installed on top of
the washer.
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
Not all features and cycles are available on all models.
NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that
responds to a light touch of your nger. To ensure your selections
are registered, touch the control panel with your nger tip, not
your ngernail. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch
its name.
Model WFW80HE
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Model WFW70HE / WFW60HE
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4
2
2
3
4
3
5
A DCB
6
5
6
A
D
6
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POWER
1
Touch to turn the washer on and off. Touch to stop/cancel
a cycle at any time.
WASH CYCLE KNOB
2
Use your 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
3
Touch and hold until the light above START comes on to start
a cycle, or touch once while a cycle is in process to pause it.
If you want to add a garment, you can touch START when the
“Add Garment” LED is on.
DELAY WASH
4
Use + and – to delay the start of the wash cycle by up to
12 hours. To turn off Delay Wash, use + and – to set the delay
time to “0,” or touch POWER.
LED DISPLAY AND SETTINGS
5
When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up and
the Estimated Time Remaining will be displayed (for times
longer than 60 minutes, hours will be displayed, followed
by minutes). Factors such as load size, wash temperature,
and water pressure may affect the time shown in the display
during the cycle. Tightly packing garments, unbalanced loads,
or excessive suds may cause the washer to adjust the cycle
time, as well.
Touch the desired option along the bottom of the display to
adjust settings. See “Cycle Guide” for available settings on
each cycle. Not all settings are available with all cycles.
Cycle Status Lights
For details, see “Cycle Status Lights”.
Wash Temp
The recommended wash temperature is preset for each
cycle. You may also select a wash temperature based
on the type of fabric and soils being washed. For best
results, follow the garment label instructions. All wash
temperatures feature a cold rinse.
Spin
This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on
the cycle selected. Some preset speeds can be changed.
• Faster spin speeds mean shorter dry times, but may
increase wrinkling in your load.
• Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will leave
your load more damp.
Soil
The Soil setting (wash time) is preset for each wash
cycle. For most loads, use this preset soil level. When
you change the soil setting, the cycle time will increase
or decrease in the Estimated Time Remaining display.
For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, use the Soil setting
to select more wash time. For lightly soiled and delicate
fabrics, use the Soil setting to select less wash time. Lower
soil level settings will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.
OPTIONS
6
Touch to activate additional wash options or additional
features on the washer. Not all options are available on all
models.
Extra Rinse
A
Activate this option to add an extra rinse to most cycles.
NOTE: Some cycles include this feature as a default.
See “Cycle Guide” for details.
TumbleFresh™ Option
B
The TumbleFresh™ option will periodically tumble
the load after the end of the cycle for up to 6 hours
to reduce humidity. To turn on the TumbleFresh™ option,
touch TumbleFresh. If, however, the TumbleFresh™ option
is turned on, it will stay on for all future cycles until turned
back off – the washer remembers the last on/off status
set. To turn off the TumbleFresh™ option, touch
TumbleFresh.
You may also activate the TumbleFresh™ option without
running a cycle by touching and holding POWER for one
second, then touching and holding TumbleFresh for 3
seconds, then touching and holding START for 3 seconds.
To turn off the TumbleFresh™ option when it is running,
touch POWER.
NOTE: The door will lock while the TumbleFresh™ option
is active. To cancel the option and unlock the door, touch
POWER.
Cycle Signal
C
Use this option to turn on or off the signal that sounds
at end of cycle.
To turn off the tones that sound when a setting is
touched: Touch and hold CYCLE SIGNAL for about
3 seconds. Repeat to turn them on.
Control Lock
D
Touch and hold for 3 seconds to lock the controls
to avoid unwanted changes or operation. Touch and hold
3 seconds again to unlock. You can still touch START to
pause the cycle, or touch POWER to turn the washer off.
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A
DISPENSER DRAWER
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C
B
HE detergent
A
B
Liquid fabric
softener
Chlorine bleach
C
The dispenser drawer gives you the convenience of
automatically adding HE detergent, liquid chlorine bleach,
and liquid fabric softener to the wash load at the proper time.
See “Using the Dispenser Drawer” for information on using
the dispenser drawer.
High Efciency “HE” detergent compartment
A
This compartment holds liquid or powdered HE detergent
for your main wash cycle.
Liquid fabric softener compartment
B
Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid fabric softener
at the optimum time in the cycle.
n
Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.
Liquid chlorine bleach compartment
C
Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid chlorine bleach
at the optimum time during the rst rinse after the wash
cycle. This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach.
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
Choosing the Right Detergent
Use only High Efciency detergents. The package will be marked
“HE” or “High Efciency.” Low-water washing creates excessive
sudsing with a non-HE detergent. Using non-HE detergent
will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing
performance. It may also result in component failure and, over
time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents are low-sudsing
and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount of suds for
the best performance. They hold soil in suspension so it is not
re-deposited onto clean clothes. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.
Use only High Efciency (HE) detergent.
Cycle Status Lights
Done
Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on. Remove
the load promptly for best results. The Done indicator is also
lit during the TumbleFresh
™
option.
Eco Monitor
The Eco Monitor allows you to see how the settings you select
affect your energy savings. To use the Eco Monitor, choose
the best cycle, temperature, spin speed, soil level, and options
for the fabrics being washed. The Eco Monitor will rate the
water and energy use of those selections, from Good to Best.
You can then adjust the settings and options to decrease the
amount of energy used within that cycle.
USING THE DISPENSER DRAWER
1. Open the dispenser drawer.
2. Add laundry products as described in steps 4–6 in the “Using
Your Washer” section.
3. Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Make sure it is
completely closed.
NOTE: A small amount of water may remain in the dispensers
from the previous wash cycle. This is normal.
Adding HE detergent to dispenser
Model WFW80HE shown
Delay Wash
If a Delay Wash is set, the Delay Wash indicator will light and
the delay time will count down in the display.
Door Locked
Door Locked will light to indicate that the door is locked and
cannot be opened without rst pausing or canceling the cycle.
Sensing (on some models)
When START is touched, the washer will rst perform a
self-test on the door lock mechanism and the sensing light
will come on. You will hear a click, the drum will make a partial
turn, and the door will unlock briey before locking again.
Once the door has locked the second time, the washer will
drain to calibrate the sensors; then it will begin tumbling and
adding water. The sensing process will continue throughout
the cycle. You may also hear water owing through the
dispenser, adding detergent to the load.
After the load size is sensed, the estimated time based on
load size will be displayed. The actual cycle time may be
lengthened; however, the display will continue to show the
estimated time.
The sensing light will blink once a second at various times
during the cycle, such as when the washer is reducing extra
suds.
Add Garment
When “Add Garment” is lit, you may pause the washer, open
the door, and add items.
TumbleFresh™ option
TheTumbleFresh™ indicator will light when the TumbleFresh™
option is active. During this time, the washer will occasionally
tumble the load.
Selector
HE detergent
compartment
Pour a measured amount of HE
detergent into detergent compartment.
For powdered detergent, lift the selector
to the high position. For liquid detergent,
push down the selector to the low
position.
Do not overll; adding too much
detergent may cause detergent to be
Use only High Efciency
(HE) detergent.
dispensed into the washer too early.
Selector
in high
position
Powdered detergent:
Lift the selector to the high
position.
Selector
in low
position
Liquid detergent:
Push down the selector to
the low position.
IMPORTANT:
n Do not add single-dose laundry packet to dispenser
drawer.
n Use powdered detergent when using the Delay Wash
option. Liquid detergent may seep out before the wash
begins.
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CYCLE GUIDE
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle, options, and settings
that best t the load being washed. Not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together.
NOTES:
n Not all cycles, temperatures, options, or spin speeds are available on all models.
n All wash temperature selections feature a cold rinse.
Items to wash
using default
cycle settings:
Normally soiled cottons, Normal Hot Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™ This cycle combines medium-speed
linens, sheets, and Warm Medium Normal Extra Rinse tumbling and a fast-speed spin.
mixed garment loads Cool Off Light Delay Wash This cycle is designed to provide
Cold the most energy efciency.
Heavily soiled white Whites Hot Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™ Uses a longer wash time with
fabrics and garments Warm Medium Normal Extra Rinse fast-speed tumbling, extra rinsing,
Cool Slow Light Delay Wash and a fast-speed spin to provide
Cold Off optimal cleaning and rinsing
when bleach is used.
Sturdy colorfast Heavy Hot Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™ Fast-speed tumbling and a
fabrics and heavily Duty Warm Medium Normal Extra Rinse fast-speed nal spin help
soiled garments Cool Slow Light Delay Wash provide optimal cleaning and
Cold Off reduce drying times.
Clothing, bedding Eco Sanitize Hot Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™
and towels requiring with Oxi† Medium Normal Extra Rinse available along with an Oxi product
sanitization Slow Light Delay Wash added in the drum ensures
Off sanitization. Check recommended
wash temperature of your items
and use the amount of Oxi
recommended by the manufacturer.
No clothes in washer Clean Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep
Washer the inside of your washer fresh and clean.
with This cycle uses a higher water level. Use
affresh® with affresh® washer cleaner tablet or 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 with affresh® cycle. Use this cycle
with an empty wash tub. See “Washer
Care” in “Washer Maintenance.”
Wet load of clothes Drain N/A Fast N/A TumbleFresh™ Use Drain & Spin to remove excess
& Spin Medium Delay Wash water from the load. Spin speed
Slow can be set to a slower setting.
Off
Swimwear, items Drain Hot Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™ Select Drain & Spin; then select
that need rinsing & Spin Warm Medium Normal Delay Wash Extra Rinse to add water. The cycle
with Cool Slow Light includes a fast-speed spin. For
Extra Rinse Cold Off some fabrics, you may wish to
set the spin speed to a slower
setting.
Small loads of 3–4 Quick Wash Hot Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™ For small loads (3–4 items) needed
lightly soiled garments Warm Medium Normal Extra Rinse quickly. This cycle combines
Cool Slow Light Delay Wash fast-speed tumbling, a shortened
Cold Off wash time, and a fast-speed spin
for reduced drying times.
Sheer fabrics, Delicates Hot Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™ This cycle combines slow-speed
lingerie, sweaters, and Warm Medium Normal Extra Rinse tumbling and slow-speed spin
lightly-soiled shirts, Cool Slow Light Delay Wash for gentle fabric care and reduced
blouses, trousers, Cold Off wrinkling.
pants, and skirts
Bright or darkly colored Cold Cold Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™ This cycle uses a concentrated
cottons, linens, casual Wash Medium Normal Extra Rinse detergent solution along with cold
and mixed loads Off Light Delay Wash water throughout the cycle to gently
lift out stains and care for fabrics.
Cycle:
Wash
Temperature:
Spin
Speed:
Soil
Level:
Available
Options:
Cycle Details:
Using the highest wash temperature
Model: WFW80HE
† Eco Sanitize with Oxi
n
This washer has an Eco Sanitize with Oxi Cycle that eliminates
99.9% of bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding, and
towels, based on independent, third-party laboratory testing.
There is no carryover of bacteria between loads after the cycle
is complete.
n
Use the Eco Sanitize with Oxi Cycle to clean heavily soiled,
colorfast fabrics. This combines the hottest water temperature
to help ensure the removal of heavy soils and stains. It is
recommended that you set your hot water heater to 120°F
(49°C) to ensure proper performance during this cycle.
Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for
each cycle.
Small load: Fill the washer drum with 3–4 items, not more
than 1/4 full.
Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about 1/2 full.
Large load: Fill the washer drum up to about 3/4 full.
Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make sure clothes
can tumble freely. For best results, avoid packing tightly.
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USING YOUR WASHER
First wash cycle without laundry
Before washing clothes for the rst time, if not completed during
the nal installation step, choose the QUICK WASH cycle and
run it without clothes. Use only HE detergent. Use 1/2 the
manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-size load.
This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean before
washing clothes.
2. Add laundry products (if desired)
1. Sort and prepare your laundry
Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and
colorfastness. Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.
Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. Treat stains
promptly and check for colorfastness by testing stain remover
products on an inside seam.
IMPORTANT:
n Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object
can plug pumps and may require a service call.
n Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and
remove non-washable trim and ornaments.
n Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items
during washing.
n 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.
n Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because
heat can set stains into fabric.
n Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry
product instructions. Improper usage may cause damage
to your garments.
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Single-dose laundry packet, Oxi-type boosters, color-safe
bleach, or fabric softener crystals can be added to the drum
prior to adding laundry.
NOTE: Do not add clothes to washer drum prior to adding
laundry products. Always follow manufacturer’s instructions.
3. Load laundry into washer
Place a load of sorted clothes loosely in the washer. Items need
to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and
tangling. Close the washer door by pushing it rmly until the
latch clicks.
n Depending on load type and cycle, the washer can be fully
loaded, but not tightly packed. Washer door should close
easily. See “Cycle Guide” for loading suggestions.
n Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items.
Load evenly.
n Wash small items in mesh garment bags. For multiple items,
use more than one bag and ll bags equally.
USING LAUNDRY PRODUCT DISPENSERS
NOTE: Do not add single-dose laundry packets, Oxi-type
boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals to
dispensers. They will not dispense correctly.
4. Add HE detergent
6. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser
(if desired)
Liquid
HE detergent
Adjust the selector, based on type of HE detergent used
(either liquid or powdered). See “Using the Dispenser
Drawer” instructions on how to use the dispenser.
Powdered
HE detergent
5. Add liquid fabric softener to dispenser
(if desired)
Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into liquid
fabric softener compartment. Always follow manufacturer’s
directions for correct amount of fabric softener based on your
load size.
Fabric softener is always dispensed in the last rinse, even if
Extra Rinse is selected.
IMPORTANT: Do not overll, dilute, or use more than 1/4 cup
(60 mL) of fabric softener. Do not ll past the MAX line.
Overlling dispenser will cause fabric softener to immediately
dispense into washer.
n Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes.
n Do not use liquid fabric softener dispenser balls in this
washer. They will not dispense correctly.
Add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment.
Do not overll, dilute, or use more than 2/3 cup (165 mL).
Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi in the same cycle with
liquid chlorine bleach.
n
Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup
with a pour spout; do not guess.
n
Do not ll beyond the “MAX” level. Overlling could cause
garment damage.
7. Touch POWER to turn on washer
(optional)
Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Make sure the drawer is
closed completely, then touch POWER to turn on the washer
or go to Step 8.
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USING YOUR WASHER
8. Select CYCLE*
Appearance may vary.
Turn cycle knob to select your wash cycle. See “Cycle Guide”
for details on cycle features.
9. Adjust settings, if desired*
10. Select any additional options*
Appearance may vary.
To add an option to the cycle, touch its name – Extra Rinse,
TumbleFresh, or Cycle Signal. To remove an option from
the selected cycle, touch the option again.
11. Setting a delayed wash
Appearance may vary.
The display will show the default settings for the selected
cycle. To adjust a setting, touch its name – Wash Temp, Spin,
Soil, or Extra Rinse. Adjusting settings will change the Estimated
Time Remaining. Tightly packing the load, unbalanced loads, or
excessive suds may also cause the washer to increase the cycle
time.
Appearance may vary.
If you do not want to begin a cycle immediately, you may
choose the DELAY WASH option. This will delay the start
of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours.
To set a delayed wash:
1. Touch DELAY WASH + and – buttons to set the desired
delay time.
2. Touch and hold START to set the delay. The delay
countdown has started when the START light stops blinking.
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* Not all options and settings are available with all cycles.
See “Cycle Guide” for available options and settings.
12. Touch and hold START to begin
OR
wash cycle
Touch and hold START to start the wash cycle. To pause a
cycle in progress, touch START once, then touch and hold
again to continue the cycle. To cancel a cycle, touch POWER.
Once you touch and hold START, you will hear the door lock,
unlock, and lock again. The washer door will remain locked
during the wash cycle.
Unlocking the door to add garments:
If you need to open the door to add 1 or 2
missed garments, you may do so while the
“Add Garment” light is lit.
Touch START once; the door will unlock
once the washer movement has stopped.
This may take several minutes. Then close
door and touch and hold START again to
restart the cycle.
13. Remove garments promptly
after cycle is nished
Promptly remove garments after cycle has
completed to avoid odor and rusting of
metal objects on garments. When unloading
garments, pull back the door seal and check
for small items between the tub and the washer drum.
If you will be unable to remove the load
promptly, use the TumbleFresh™ option
If selected, the TumbleFresh™ option will
tumble the load periodically for up to 6 hours.
To turn off the TumbleFresh™ option, touch POWER. To set the
washer so that the TumbleFresh™ option does not come on for
future cycles, touch TumbleFresh.
NOTE:
n
The door will remain locked while the TumbleFresh™ option
is active. To cancel the option and unlock the door, touch
POWER.
n
A small amount of water may remain in the dispensers after
the wash cycle is complete. This is normal.
n
This washer has a tight seal to avoid water leaks. To avoid
odors, leave the door open to allow the washer to dry
between uses.
.
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WASHER MAINTENANCE
WATER INLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk
of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses
if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of
replacement on the label with a permanent marker.
WASHER CARE
Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean
and Performing at its Best
1. Always use High Efciency (HE) detergents and follow the
HE detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding the
amount of HE 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 or hot water washes 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 door slightly ajar between uses
to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of
odor-causing residue.
Cleaning Your Front 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 Door Seal
1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items
from the washer.
2. Inspect the colored seal between the door opening and
the drum for stained areas or soil buildup. Pull back the
seal to inspect all areas under the seal and to check for
foreign objects.
3. If stained areas or soil buildup are found, wipe down
these areas of the seal using either of the following
two procedures:
a. affresh
i. When the cycle is complete, gently pull back the
b. Dilute Liquid Chlorine Bleach Procedure:
i. Mix a dilute bleach solution, using 3/4 cup (177 mL)
ii. Wipe the seal area with the dilute solution, using
iii. Let stand 5 minutes.
iv. Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let
IMPORTANT:
n Wear rubber gloves when cleaning with bleach.
n Refer to the bleach manufacturer’s instructions
®
Grit Grabber™ Cloth Procedure:
rubber door seal and clean the entire surface with
the rough side of the Grit Grabber™ cloth.
of liquid chlorine bleach and 1 gallon (3.8 L) of warm
tap water.
a damp cloth.
washer interior air dry with door open.
for proper use.
WASHER CARE (cont.)
Cleaning the Inside of the Washer
This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water
volumes in combination with affresh® Washer Cleaner or
liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of the
washer. Steam washer models also utilize steam to enhance
cleaning in this special cycle.
NOTE: Read these instructions completely before beginning
the cleaning process.
Begin procedure
1. affresh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure
(Recommended for Best Performance):
a. Open the washer door and remove any clothing
or items.
b. Add an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet to the washer
drum.
c. Do not add the affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet
to the dispenser drawer.
d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the
washer when following this procedure.
e. Close the washer door.
f. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.
g. Touch and hold START to begin the cycle. The Clean
Washer Cycle Operation is described below.
2. Chlorine Bleach Procedure:
a. Open the washer door and remove any clothing
or items.
b. Open the dispenser drawer and add liquid chlorine
bleach to the MAX level in both the bleach
compartment and the fabric softener compartment.
NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is
recommended above could cause washer damage
over time.
c. Close the washer door and the dispenser drawer.
d. Do not add any detergent or other chemicals to the
washer when following this procedure.
e. Close the washer door.
f. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.
g. Touch and hold START to begin the cycle. The Clean
Washer Cycle Operation is described below.
NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle.
Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:
1. The Clean Washer cycle will determine whether clothing
or other items are in the washer.
2. If no items are detected in the washer, it will proceed
with the cycle.
a. If any items are detected in the washer, “rL” (remove
load) will be displayed. The door will unlock. Open
washer and remove any garments from the washer
drum.
b. Touch POWER to clear the “rL” code.
c. Touch and hold START to restart the cycle.
After the cycle is complete, leave the door open slightly to
allow for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior.
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WASHER CARE (cont.)
WASHER CARE (cont.)
Cancellation of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:
If the Clean Washer cycle is canceled by the user after it has
been initiated, it may take up to 30 minutes for the washer
to purge any affresh® Cleaner, chlorine bleach, or other
chemistry from the wash system and to adequately rinse any
remaining chemistry. The washer door will remain locked until
the cancellation process has been completed. This ensures
no cleaning chemistry will be carried over to the next wash
cycle and reduces the potential for damage to subsequent
loads of laundry or to the washer itself.
Clean Washer Cycle Cancellation Procedure:
1. Touch POWER on the washer once.
2. The washer will begin to drain and rinse away the
remaining cleaning chemistry.
3. The cycle will complete the cancellation process in
approximately 30 minutes or less.
4. The washer then can be used to either repeat the Clean
Washer cycle or to wash laundry using one of the regular
wash cycles selected by the user.
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, remove the drawer and wipe
the surfaces with a damp cloth and towel dry either before
or after you run the Clean Washer cycle. Use an all-purpose
surface cleaner, if needed.
IMPORTANT: Dispenser is not dishwasher safe.
Cleaning the Outside of the Washer
Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills.
Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to help
keep it looking new. Use mild soap and water.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s nish, do not
use abrasive products.
Removing the Dispenser
To remove:
1. Pull dispenser drawer out until it stops.
2. Press down on the release tab and pull straight out to
remove the dispenser.
3. Lift off cover panel by
pulling straight up.
To replace:
1. Slide cover panel back
onto posts on dispenser.
2. Align edges of dispenser
with guides in washer,
then slide dispenser
back into slot.
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WASHER MAINTENANCE
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 surges.
3. Clean the dispensers. See “Cleaning the Dispensers.”
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 washer drum
and run washer on NORMAL cycle for about two
minutes to mix antifreeze and remaining water.
3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
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.
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 hose from drain system and from back
of washer.
4. Unplug power cord.
5. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer drum.
6. Bundle power cord with a rubber band or cable tie to
keep it from hanging onto the ground.
IMPORTANT: Call for service to install new transport bolts.
Do not reuse transport bolts. Washer must be transported
in the upright position. To avoid structural damage to
your washer, it must be properly set up for relocation by a
certied technician.
2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.
3. Run washer through HEAVY DUTY cycle to clean washer
and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE detergent.
Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a
medium-size load.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help –
In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.
If you experience
Error Code Appears in Display
Once any possible issues are corrected, touch POWER once to clear the code. Reselect and restart the cycle.
“Sd” (Excess suds)
appears in display
F
8 followed by E1 (water
supply error) appears in
display
F
9 followed by E1 (drain
pump system error)
appears in display
F
5 followed by E2 (door
will not lock) appears in
display
F
7 followed by E1 (motor
drive error) appears in
display
“rL” (remove load)
appears in display
Washer making error
beeps
Excessive suds in washer. Washer is
running a suds reduction routine.
Check for proper water supply.
Check plumbing for correct drain
hose installation. Drain hose extends
into standpipe farther than 41⁄2"
(114 mm).
Not using HE detergent or using too
much HE detergent.
Washer door not locking.
Motor is having difculty turning
the drum.
Load detected in drum during Clean
Washer with affresh® cycle.
Door has not been opened and closed
for at least 3 cycles.
Possible Causes
Solution
Allow the washer to continue. Use only HE detergent.
Always measure detergent, and base detergent quantity on
load size. Follow detergent manufacturer’s instructions.
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.
Touch POWER once to clear the code. Then touch POWER
again to restart washer. If code appears again, call for service.
Check drain hose for proper installation.
Make sure the drain hose is not kinked, pinched, or blocked.
Remove any clogs from drain hose.
Use drain hose form and securely attach to drainpipe or tub.
Lower drain hose if the end is higher than 96" (2.4 m) above
the oor.
Use only HE detergent. Always measure detergent and follow
manufacturer’s directions based on load size and soil level.
Touch POWER to cancel the cycle. Make sure the door is
closed completely and latching. Check for items in the washer
drum that may be keeping the door from closing completely.
Washer is tightly packed. Remove some items. See “Cycle
Guide” for load size recommendations. Make sure that all
shipping materials have been removed. See the Installation
Instructions.
Remove items from washer drum and restart Clean Washer
with affresh® cycle.
This code may appear when the washer is rst turned on.
Open and close the door to clear the display.
Washer beeps when
START is touched
F# E
# code other than
as described above
appears in display
“nt” (interrupted)
appears in display
Door not closed.
System error code.
The cycle was paused or cancelled. The washer can take 20 to 30 minutes to stop spinning and
Close the door completely.
Touch POWER once to clear the code. Then touch POWER
again to restart washer. If code appears again, call for service.
drain and will display this error code during that time. Touch
POWER once to clear the code. Then touch POWER again to
restart washer.
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