Whirlpool W10454262A User Manual

TOP-LOADING WASHER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

GUIDE D'UTILISATION ET D'ENTRETIEN

DU LAVE-LINGE A CHARGEMENT PAR LE DESSUS

LAVADORA DE CARGA SUPERIOR

MANUAL DE USO Y CUIDADO

Table of Contents

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

WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID ........................................................................3

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ....................................................................4

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

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

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

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

Table des matières

SECURITE DU LAVE-LINGE ............................................................................. 15

QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? ......................................................... 16

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTERISTIQUES ...................................... 17

GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES .............................................................................. 18

UTILISATION DU LAVE-LINGE ....................................................................... 19

ENTRETIEN DU LAVE-LINGE ........................................................................... 22

DEPANNAGE ................................................................................................... 24

W10454262A

Índice

SEGURIDAD DE LA LAVADORA ......................................................................30

¿QUÉ HAY DE NUEVO DEBAJO DE LA TAPA? .................................................31

PANEL DE CONTROL Y CARACTERÍSTICAS .....................................................32

GUIÁ DE CICLOS .............................................................................................33

USO DE SU LAVADORA ...................................................................................34

MANTENIMIENTO DE LA LAVADORA .............................................................37

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS ............................................................................39

WASHER SAFETY

WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID?

Your new washer will operate differently than your past agitator-style washer.

Lid Lock

To allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is lit, the lid is locked and cannot be opened. When this light is blinking, the washer is paused. When this light is off, the lid can be opened. After a cycle is started, the lid locks, unlocks, and locks again. If you need to open the lid to add a garment after this point, you must press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK and wait for the lid to unlock. The lid will only unlock after washer movement has stopped. Depending on when in the cycle you try to pause, it may take several seconds to several minutes for the lid to unlock.

Sensing

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

IMPORTANT:

• Washer will not operate if the lid is open.

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

• Fabric Softener option must be selected to ensure fabric softener dispenses at the correct time.

NOTE: Fabric Softener dispenser not available on all models.

Sounds

At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds and pauses that are different from those of your previous

washer. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at

the beginning of the cycle as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as the agitator tests for load balance or moves the load. And, sometimes, you may hear nothing at

all as the washer allows time for clothes to soak.

Spray Rinse

Select cycles default to a spray rinse. During these cycles, you will hear water enter the washer as the tub spins, allowing the rinse water to penetrate clothes. Check the “Cycle Guide” for details.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

Not all features and options are available on all models.

WATER LEVEL

Select the setting most suitable for your load. Small will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super Plus 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

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.

Appearance may vary.

CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS

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/SENSING

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 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.

FABRIC SOFTENER

This option can be added to most cycles and must be set to “YES” if using fabric softener during a cycle. It ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse for even distribution.

START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON

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

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

WASH

You will hear the agitator moving the load. The motor

sounds may change at different stages in the cycle. The wash time is determined by the selected soil level.

RINSE

You will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. 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-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.

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.

LID LOCKED

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.

Items to wash:

Heavily soiled fabrics

Sturdy fabrics, colorfast items, towels, jeans

Large items such as sheets, small comforters, jackets

Cottons, linens,

sheets, and mixed

garment loads

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

Machine-wash silks, lingerie, washable wools

Cycle:

Temperature*:

Speed:

Heavy Duty

Heavy

Heavy Duty

Regular

Normal

Heavy

Normal Regular

Casual

Delicate Low

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool Cold

Spin

High

Low

Cycle Details:

Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items.

Use this cycle for normally soiled or sturdy items.

Use this cycle for heavily soiled cottons or mixed

fabric loads. This cycle uses spray rinses only and is the recommended cycle for use in washer care.

Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric

loads. 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 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 features a spray rinse.

Swimsuits and items requiring rinsing without detergent

Dripping wet or hand-washed items

NOTE: Be sure to select Fabric Softener-Yes, if adding fabric softener to load.

*All rinses are cold.

Rinse &

Spin

Drain &

Spin

Cold rinse only

N/A

High

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.

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.

3. Load laundry into washer

Load garments in loose heaps evenly

around basket wall. For best results, do not

pack the load tightly. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the agitator; load them in loose piles around the sides of the basket.

Try mixing different sized items to reduce

tangling. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer.

Items need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling.

4. Add liquid chlorine bleach

to dispenser

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-Ye s option.

IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener 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 option must be selected to “Yes” to

ensure proper distribution of the fabric softener during the rinse portion of the cycle.

MAX FILL

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.

6. Select cycle

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

7. Select WATER LEVEL

9. Select OPTION (on some models)

Select the Water Level setting most suitable for your load. Small will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super Plus 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 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

If you are using fabric softener, be sure to set Fabric Softener-Yes option.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 odor-causing residue.

Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer

Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise accumulate in your washer.

Cleaning the Inside of the Washer

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

Recommended Cycle for Cleaning the Washer

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

Begin procedure

1. Chlorine Bleach Procedure:

a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing

or items.

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

to the bleach compartment.

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

c. Close the washer lid. d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical

to the washer when following this procedure.

e. Select the cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of

the washer. f. Press the START/PAUSE/Unlock button to start the cycle. NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must

be interrupted, press START/PAUSE/Unlock once or twice [depending on model]. After the cycle has stopped, run a RINSE and SPIN cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

Cleaning the Dispensers

After a period of using your washer, you may 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 allpurpose 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.

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

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 cycle to clean washer and

remove antifreeze, if used. Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount of detergent for a medium-size load.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

If you experience

Vibration or Off-Balance

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

Noises

Clicking or metallic noises

Gurgling or humming

Humming

Water Leaks

Check the following for

proper installation:

Washer not performing as expected

Washer won’t run or ll, washer stops

working or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to ll appropriately)

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.

Washer may be draining water.

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 as recommended.

Check for proper water supply.

Possible Causes

Solution

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 Installation 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.

Wash smaller loads to reduce imbalance. Do not tightly pack. Avoid washing single items. Use Super Plus or Large water level and the Normal Regular cycle

and for oversized, non-absorbent items such as comforters or polylled jackets.

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 basket.

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 Drain & Spin 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. Check that load is not unbalanced or tightly packed.

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.

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 “Using Your Washer” for loading instructions.

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.

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) (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 10 minutes

Check proper electrical supply.

Normal washer operation.

Washer may be tightly packed. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in basket, and add

Empty pockets and use garment bags for small items.

Use a cycle with a low spin speed. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than cycles

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").

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

Possible Causes

Solution

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 spins the dry load for several minutes before lling to determine if load is balanced. You may hear the hum of the spins. This is normal.

detergent. Close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock.

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

started to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing. Small items may have been caught in pump or between basket

and tub, which can slow draining.

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 the Drain & Spin

cycle 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. Always measure and follow detergent directions for your load.

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

Dry spots on load after cycle

Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures

Load not rinsed Check for proper water supply.

Load is tangling Washer not loaded as recommended. See “Using Your Washer” section.

Not cleaning or removing stains

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

Check for proper water supply. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed.

Energy saving controlled wash temperatures.

Using too much detergent.

Washer not loaded as recommended. The washer is less efcient at rinsing when load is tightly packed.

Using too low a load size/water level

selection.

Washer not loaded as recommended.

Adding detergent on top of load. Add detergent, oxi products, and color-safe bleach to the bottom

Using too low a load size/water level

selection.

Possible causes

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.

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. This washer uses cooler wash and rinse water temperatures

than your previous washer. 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 too much detergent can keep washer from

operating correctly. Always measure detergent and follow

detergent directions based on load size and soil level.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. The washer will not rinse well if tightly packed. Load with dry

items only. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.

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

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

being washed.

Select a cycle with a slower wash action and spin speed; however, items will be wetter than those using a higher speed spin. See the “Cycle Guide” to match your load with the best cycle.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the

recommended cycle for the type of garments being washed.

Washer is less efcient at cleaning when load is tightly packed.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Load with dry items only.

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

of the basket before adding the load items.

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

Solution

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

If you experience

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

Not cleaning or removing stains (cont.)

Incorrect dispenser operation

Fabric damage

Odors

Lid locked light is ashing

Using too much detergent.

Not using correct cycle for fabric type.

Not using dispensers.

Not washing like colors together.

Clogged 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 load 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 too much detergent.

The lid is not closed. Close the lid. The washer will not start or ll with the lid open. A cycle was stopped or paused using

the Start/Pause button.

Possible Causes

Solution

The suds from too much detergent can keep washer from operating correctly. Always measure detergent and follow

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

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

Use Heavy Duty-Heavy cycle for tough cleaning. See the “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. Select Fabric Softener-Yes

when using fabric softener. Do not add products directly onto load.

Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle is complete to avoid dye transfer.

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

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 basket wall. Load with dry items only.

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 the “Cycle Guide” to match your load with the best cycle.

See “Washer Care” in Washer Maintenance. Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete.

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

directions. See “Washer Care”.

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

QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE?

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

Lid Locked (Verrouillage couvercle)

Pour permettre des essorages à vitesse plus élevée, le couvercle se verrouille et le témoin de couvercle verrouillé

s’allume. Lorsque ce témoin lumineux s’allume, cela signie

que le couvercle est verrouillé et ne peut être ouvert.

Lorsque ce témoin lumineux clignote, cela signie que le lave-linge effectue une pause. Lorsque ce témoin lumineux est éteint, cela signie qu’on peut ouvrir le couvercle. Une fois qu’un programme a commencé, le couvercle se

verrouille, se déverrouille puis se verrouille à nouveau. Si

l’on doit ouvrir le couvercle pour ajouter un vêtement après

cette période, il faut appuyer sur START/PAUSE/UNOCK (mise en marche/pause/déverrouillage) puis attendre que le couvercle se déverrouille. Le couvercle se déverrouille uniquement une fois que le mouvement du lave-linge

a cessé. Selon le moment où l’on souhaite suspendre

le programme, le couvercle peut mettre entre plusieurs secondes et plusieurs minutes à se déverrouiller.

Sensing (Détection)

Ce lave-linge effectue une série d’essorages pour contrôler l’équilibre de la charge. Une fois une charge mise en route, il peut s’écouler de 2 à 3 minutes avant que de l’eau ne pénètre dans le panier. Durant cette période, une série de

cliquetis et un bruit de frottements rythmiques indiquent que la technologie de détection détermine si la charge est déséquilibrée.

Sounds (Bruits)

A différents stades du programme de lavage, votre nouveau lave-linge émettra peut-être des bruits et pauses que votre lave-linge précédent ne produisait pas. Il est par

exemple possible que vous entendiez un cliquetis et un bourdonnement au début du programme, lorsque le système

de verrouillage du couvercle effectue un test automatique. Différents bourdonnements et bruits de frottements

rythmiques se produiront à mesure que l’agitateur évalue l’équilibre de la charge et qu’il la déplace. Il est aussi possible que le lave-linge soit parfois complètement silencieux, lorsqu’il laisse tremper les vêtements.

Spray Rinse (Rinçage par vaporisation)

Certains programmes utilisent un rinçage par vaporisation

par défaut. Au cours de ces programmes, on entend l’eau

pénétrer dans le lave-linge tandis que la cuve tourne, ce

qui permet à l’eau de rinçage de pénétrer les vêtements.

Consulter le “Guide de programmes” pour plus de détails.

IMPORTANT :

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

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

• L’option Fabric Softener (assouplissant pour tissu) doit être placée sur “Yes” (oui) pour que l’assouplissant pour tissu soit distribué

au moment adéquat.

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

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTERISTIQUES

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

WATER LEVEL (NIVEAU D’EAU)

Sélectionner le réglage le plus adapté à votre charge. Small

(petite) ajoute une faible quantité d’eau pour les charges

plus petites et Super Plus (ultra grande) ajoute la quantité

d’eau la plus importante pour les grandes charges ou les

charges volumineuses. Trop tasser le linge peut entraîner une mauvaise performance de lavage et augmenter le froissement et l’emmêlement.

L’apparence des appareils peut varier.

TEMOINS LUMINEUX DE PROGRAMME

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.

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 lavage à l’eau fraîche ou froide, il est possible que de l’eau tiède soit ajoutée au lave-linge pour maintenir

une température minimale.

BOUTON DE PROGRAMME DE LAVAGE

Utiliser le bouton de programme de lavage pour sélectionner les programmes disponibles sur le lave-linge. Tourner le bouton de programme pour sélectionner un programme correspondant

à la charge de linge. Voir “Guide de programmes” pour des

descriptions de programmes détaillées.

ASSOUPLISSANT POUR TISSU

Cette option peut être ajoutée à la plupart des programmes;

on doit la régler sur “YES” (oui) 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.

BOUTON START/PAUSE/UNLOCK

(MISE EN MARCHE/PAUSE/DEVERROUILLAGE)

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

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

FILL/SENSING (REMPLISSAGE/DETECTION)

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

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

se déverrouille brièvement avant de se verrouiller à nouveau. Le lave-linge procède à des essorages pour vérier l’équilibrage de la charge. Ces essorages peuvent prendre plusieurs minutes avant que l’eau ne soit admise

dans le lave-linge. Les essorages peuvent émettre un bourdonnement avant le remplissage. Ceci est normal.

WASH (LAVAGE)

On entend l’agitateur déplacer la charge. Les bruits émis

par le moteur peuvent changer lors des différentes étapes du programme. La durée de lavage est déterminée par le niveau de saleté sélectionné.

RINSE (RINÇAGE)

On entend des sons similaires à ceux entendus lors du

programme de lavage à mesure que le lave-linge rince et déplace la charge. Le moteur émettra peut-être un court bourdonnement pour déplacer le panier pendant le

remplissage. L’assouplissant pour tissu sera ajouté si l’option Fabric Softener (assouplissant pour tissu) est sélectionnée.

Certains programmes utilisent un rinçage avec vaporisation.

Après avoir effectué la vidange et l’extraction de l’eau, le lave linge poursuit l’essorage et la vaporisation d’eau de

rinçage pendant toute la durée de rinçage.

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