Whirlpool WFW8620HC, WFW6620HW, WFW862CHC, WFW8620HW, WFW5620HW Cycle Guide
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Front Load Washer Cycle Guide
This washer has a unique user interface to help you select the best cycle for your load. The “What to Wash” “How to Wash” layout guides
you to the optimal cycle in two easy steps:
First determine what items are in the load that you are trying to wash. Use that to guide your “What to Wash” selection. Then determine
how you want the washer to wash them and select the appropriate “How to Wash” selection. Selecting “What to Wash” will automatically
select a default “How to Wash selection,” so selecting a “How to Wash” is optional. See chart below for more details.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in
your appliance's Owner's Manual, before operating this appliance.
What Items Do You Want to Wash? “What to Wash” Cycle Selection:
Cottons, linens, and mixed-garment loads Regular
No-iron fabrics, dress shirts/pants, synthetics, sheer/lacy garments Delicates
Large items such as small comforters, sleeping bags, jackets, waterproof items, and
washable rugs
White fabrics/garments Whites
Bright- or dark-colored mixed loads Colors
Sturdy towels and washcloths Towels
How Do You Want to Wash Them? “How to Wash” Cycle Selection:
Regular/Normal Normal
With fewer wrinkles Wrinkle Control
Intense cleaning Heavy Duty
Eliminate 99.9% of three common household bacteria Sanitize* (with Oxi – on some models)
Gentle cleaning with cold water Cold Wash
Fast Quick
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that wash cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle, options, and settings
that best fit the load being washed. Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product instructions. Avoid tightly packing the
washer. The washer will not rinse well or spin correctly if tightly packed. Not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options
cannot be used together. Not all options are available on all models.
Bulky Items
What How Basic Settings Additional Options
Regular Normal Hot
Wrinkle Control Hot
Heavy Duty Hot
Sanitize* (with
Oxi – on some
models)
Cold Wash Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Hot Fast
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Temp Spin Steam
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Off
Medium Fast
Medium
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Off
Clean
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X X X X
Extra
Rinse
X X X X
PreSoak Wash &
Dry
Load &
Go
™
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Quick Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Delicates Normal Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Quick Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Wrinkle
Control
Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Heavy Duty Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Cold Wash Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Sanitize* (with
Hot Fast
Oxi – on some
models)
Bulky Items Normal Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Quick Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Wrinkle Control Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Heavy Duty Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Cold Wash Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Whites Normal Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
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Quick Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Wrinkle Control Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Heavy Duty Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Cold Wash Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Sanitize* (with
Hot Fast
Oxi – on some
models)
Colors Normal Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Quick Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Wrinkle Control Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cold
Cold
Heavy Duty Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Cold Wash Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Sanitize* (with
Hot Fast
Oxi – on some
models)
Towels Normal Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Quick Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
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Wrinkle Control Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Heavy Duty Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Cold Wash Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
Sanitize* (with
Hot Fast
Oxi – on some
models)
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Fast
Medium Fast
Medium
Slow
Off
Medium Fast
Medium
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X X X
Slow
Off
No Clothes in
Washer
Clean Washer
with affresh
®
Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of your washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses
a higher water level. Use with 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” in the
“Washer Maintenance and Care section” of your Owner’s Manual.
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.
*This cycle eliminates 99.9% of the most common bacteria found in clothes, sheets, and towels. Using the highest wash temperature
available and adding a powdered Oxi product in the drum (on some models) ensures sanitization. Check recommended wash
temperature of your items and use the amount of Oxi recommended by the manufacturer (on some models). Bacteria tested were K.
pneumonia, P. aureginosa, and S. aureus.
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WARNING
Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are dampened with
gasoline or other flammable fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on it
(including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
About Detergent Concentration
Concentration Number of ounces ÷ number of loads
2X 1.5–2.49 (44.4 mL–73.6 mL)
3X 0.9–1.49 (26.6 mL–44.1 mL)
4X 0.7–0.89 (20.7 mL–26.3 mL)
5X 0.5–0.69 (14.8 mL–20.4 mL)
6X 0.3–0.49 (8.9 mL–14.5 mL)
8X <0.29 (8.6 mL)
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.
� Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can
plug pumps and may require a service call.
� 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.
� For best performance, use HE detergent when washing bulky
items.
� When washing waterproof or water-resistant items, load evenly.
See “Cycle Guide” for tips and more information about washing
waterproof or water-resistant items.
� 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.
� Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid
odor, reduce wrinkling, and prevent rusting of metal hooks,
zippers, and snaps.
� Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing because heat
can set stains into fabrics.
NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to
avoid damage to your items.
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Guide des programmes de la laveuse à chargement frontal
Cette laveuse possède une interface utilisateur unique pour aider l’utilisateur à sélectionner le programme le mieux adapté à la charge.
Les configurations «What to Wash» (articles à laver) et «How to Wash» (méthode de lavage) indiquent le programme idéal en deux
étapes faciles :
Déterminer d’abord les articles dans la charge qui doit être lavée. Sélectionner ainsi les articles adéquats dans la partie « What to Wash »
(articles à laver). Ensuite, déterminer la manière dont on souhaite nettoyer ces articles et sélectionner la méthode appropriée dans la
partie « How to Wash » (méthode de lavage). Choisir “What to Wash” (articles à laver) sélectionnera automatiquement une méthode de
lavage par défaut. Choisir “How to Wash” (méthode de lavage) est donc optionnel. Voir le tableau ci-dessous pour plus de détails.
AVERTISSEMENT: Pour réduire le risque d’incendie, de décharge électrique ou de blessures, lire les INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES
DE SÉCURITÉ du guide d’utilisation de l’appareil avant de faire fonctionner cet appareil.
Quels articles souhaite-t-on laver? Sélection du programme “What to
Charges de vêtements en coton ou lin et charges mixtes Ordinaire
Articles qui ne se repassent pas, chemises/pantalons habillés, synthétiques, vêtements
en dentelle/minces
Articles de grande taille tels que les petites couettes, les sacs de couchage, les
manteaux, les articles imperméables et les tapis lavables
Vêtements/tissus blancs Whites (blancs)
Charges mixtes de couleurs vives ou foncées Couleurs
Serviettes et débarbouillettes résistantes Serviettes
Quelle méthode de lavage souhaite-t-on utiliser? Sélection du programme “How to
Ordinaire/normal Normal
Moins de froissement WRINKLE CONTROL (commande
Nettoyage intense Heavy Duty (service intense)
Éliminer 99,9 % des trois bactéries domestiques courantes
Lavage délicat à l’eau froide Cold Wash (lavage à l’eau froide)
Fast (élevée) Quick (rapide)
Delicados
Objets volumineux
antifroissement)
Sanitize (assainissement) (avec Oxi – sur
certains modèles)
Wash” (articles à laver) :
Wash” (méthode de lavage) :
Les réglages et options indiqués en gras sont les réglages par défaut pour ce programme de lavage. Pour un meilleur soin des tissus,
choisir le programme, les options et les réglages qui conviennent le mieux à la charge à laver. Toujours lire et suivre les instructions
figurant sur les étiquettes de soin des tissus et sur les produits de lessive. Éviter de tasser le linge dans la laveuse. La laveuse ne rince
ou n’essore pas bien si les vêtements sont tassés. Les réglages ne sont pas tous offerts sur tous les programmes et certaines options ne
peuvent pas être combinées. Certaines options ne sont pas disponibles sur certains modèles.
Type Méthode Réglages de base Options supplémentaires
TEMP
(température)
Ordinaire Normal Hot (chaude)
WRINKLE
CONTROL
(commande
antifroissement)
Very Warm
(chaude)
Warm (tiède)
Cool (fraîche)
Cold (froide)
Hot (chaude)
Very Warm
(chaude)
Warm (tiède)
Cool (fraîche)
Cold (froide)
SPIN
(essorage)
Fast (élevée)
Medium
(moyenne)
Fast (rapide)
Medium
(moyenne)
Désactivée
Fast (élevée)
Medium
(moyenne)
Fast (rapide)
Medium
(moyenne)
Slow (lente)
Désactivée
Steam
Clean
(nettoyage
à la
vapeur)
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Extra
Rinse
(Rinçage
supplé-
mentaire)
Presoak
(prétrem-
page)
Wash &
Dry
(lavage et
séchage)
Load &
Go
™
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