Use & Care Guide
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER
LAVEUSE À CHARGEMENT FRONTAL
Para obtener acceso al Manual de uso y
cuidado en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com.
If you have any problems or questions, visit us at www.whirlpool.com
Pour tout problème ou question, consulter www.whirlpool.ca
Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.
Conçue pour l’utilisation d’un détergent haute efficacité seulement.
W10507539A W10507540A - SP
Certified to Sanitize and to Reduce Allergens Homologué pour assainir et pour réduire la 
présence d’allergènes
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WASHER SAFETY.................................................................... |
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ACCESSORIES........................................................................ |
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES....................................... |
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USING THE PRECISION DISPENSE DISPENSER................. |
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CYCLE GUIDE.......................................................................... |
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USING YOUR WASHER........................................................... |
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MY CYCLE AND SPECIALTY CYCLES................................ |
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WASHER MAINTENANCE..................................................... |
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ABOUT DETERGENT CONCENTRATION............................ |
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USING THE BUILT-IN TROUBLESHOOTING FEATURE...... |
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TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................ |
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WARRANTY........................................................................... |
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE................................... |
Back Cover |
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WASHER SAFETY
TABLE DES MATIÈRES |
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SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE................................................. |
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TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES....... |
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UTILISATION DU DISTRIBUTEUR |
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PRECISION DISPENSE......................................................... |
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GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES................................................... |
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UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE............................................. |
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MON PROGRAMME ET PROGRAMMES SPÉCIAUX......... |
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ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE............................................... |
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À PROPOS DE LA CONCENTRATION DU DÉTERGENT.... |
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UTILISATION DE LA CARACTÉRISTIQUE |
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DE DÉPANNAGE INTÉGRÉE................................................ |
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DÉPANNAGE.......................................................................... |
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ACCESSOIRES...................................................................... |
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GARANTIE.............................................................................. |
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ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE...................... |
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ACCESSORIES
Enhance 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.whirlpoolparts.ca
15" Pedestal
Color matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to a more comfortable working height.
The large drawer provides convenient storage.
Stack Kit
If space is at a premium, the stack kit allows the dryer to be installed on top of
the washer.
Worksurface
The worksurface bridges the washer and dryer, and
provides a convenient working and storage area.
Precision Dispense Liquid HE Detergent Cartridge
If you frequently alternate between two different liquid HE detergents, you may also purchase an additional cartridge.
Single-Dose Liquid
HE Detergent Cup
The cup provides a way to dispense a single dose of liquid detergent.
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
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A Precision Dispense Ultra liquid HE detergent cartridge
B Powdered HE detergent compartment C Liquid fabric softener
D Chlorine bleach
1POWER
Press to turn the washer on and off. Press to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.
NOTE: When the washer is turned on for the first time after being plugged in or after a power outage, please allow a minute or so for the washer display to start up.
2START/PAUSE
Press and hold to start a cycle, or press once while a cycle is in process to pause it.
3PRECISION DISPENSE
This button is used to adjust the dispenser settings, including adjustments for detergent concentration and water hardness level.
IMPORTANT: When using the dispenser cartridge with concentrated liquid detergent, be sure to change the detergent concentration settings in the control if the detergent used is different than factory preset of 2x concentration.
4COLOR LCD DISPLAY SCREEN
This screen will display current options and settings, cycle information, and estimated time remaining. You can also use the navigation buttons below and on either side of the screen to access helpful laundry and troubleshooting tips, as well as other information.
5SYSTEM SETTINGS
The System Settings button allows you to adjust the LCD display settings, including brightness and other preferences. Under System Settings, you can access the following functions:
Remote Start (model WFL98 only)
Allows you to start your washer remotely using the Smartappliances app.
Control Lock
Allows you to disable all controls except the power button to avoid unauthorized use or changes to running cycles.
End of Cycle
Adjusts the volume of the End of Cycle signal, or turns it off.
Button Sound
Adjusts the volume of the button sounds, or turns them off.
Brightness
Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.
Language
Displays information in English, French, or Spanish.
Themes
Select between two different display color and background themes.
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6LCD CONTROLS
Use these buttons to select options displayed in the LCD screen, and to navigate through options.
BACK
Press the BACK button to go back to the previous screen without accepting any changes made on the current screen. Press and hold for 1 second to return to the start-up screen for the selected cycle.
MORE INFO
Press to get more information on a setting or option. Press MORE INFO again to return to the previous screen.
tand u BUTTONS
tButton
Press the t button when the arrow is lit to go back to the previous set of options or settings.
u Button
Many screens have more than 4 selections. Press the u button when the arrow is lit to show additional options or settings.
SELECTION BUTTONS
Use the four selection buttons to choose options or settings displayed on the LCD screen.
7ECOBOOST™ option
Press to activate the EcoBoost™ option. The EcoBoost™ option provides additional energy savings through reduced hot water usage and maintains cleaning performance by lengthening the wash time on some cycles.
NOTE: Press and hold the EcoBoost™ option button for 3 seconds to turn the drum light on or off.
8WASH CYCLE KNOB
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.
9FANFRESH® option
With the washer on, press to activate the FanFresh® option. This will periodically tumble the load after the end of the cycle for up to 16 hours while the integrated fan circulates air through the washer to reduce humidity.
When to use FanFresh® option:
n When you can’t remove the load from the washer right away to help avoid musty odor buildup.
n Combined with the Quick Wash cycle, you can wash and dry a small load of many common lightweight items overnight to save time and energy.
NOTES:
n The door will lock while the FanFresh® option is active. Press the POWER button to stop the cycle and unlock the door.
n FanFresh® option is not available if the spin speed is set to No Spin.
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SMART GRID BUTTON
Press to activate the Smart Grid option (see “Smart Feature Sheet”).
10PRECISION DISPENSE ULTRA DRAWER
The Precision Dispense Ultra drawer gives you the convenience of automatically adding HE detergent, liquid chlorine bleach, and fabric softener to the wash load at the proper time. See “Using the Dispenser” for information on using the dispenser drawer.
APrecision Dispense Ultra Cartridge
Each dispenser cartridge holds up to 18.5 oz. (550 ml) of liquid HE detergent, enough for up to 36† loads, depending on cycle and detergent concentration. The cartridge fits into compartment B of the dispenser drawer for convenient loading.
n Change detergent concentration setting
if detergent used is different than factory preset of 2x concentration.
n Change water hardness setting if desired 
level is different than factory preset of Normal.
BPowdered High Efficiency “HE” detergent compartment
This compartment holds powdered HE detergent for a single load.
CLiquid fabric softener compartment
Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid fabric softener at the optimum time in the cycle.
n Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.
DLiquid chlorine bleach compartment
Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid chlorine bleach at the optimum time during the first rinse after the wash cycle. This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach.
Choosing the Right Detergent
Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failure and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents are made
to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.
Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.
†The number of loads will vary, depending on detergent concentration, load size, cycle used, and soil level. The maximum capacity of up to 36 loads requires use of 6x concentration detergent.
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USING THE PRECISION DISPENSE DISPENSER
To use the dispenser drawer:
1.Open the dispenser drawer.
2.Add laundry products as described in steps 4–6.
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.
Precision Dispense Ultra cartridge |
Adding detergent for a single load |
Tab
Use only HE High Efficiency 
liquid detergents. The dispenser cartridge 
will hold about 18.5 oz. (550 ml) of HE liquid detergent, or enough for up to 36 loads†.
To Fill:
Pull back on the tab and lift the fill |
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Use only High |
HE liquid detergent. Close fill door. |
Efficiency (HE) |
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detergent. |
To Install the Dispenser Cartridge:
1.Pull out the dispenser drawer.
2.Insert the dispenser cartridge completely in detergent compartment as shown. It should click into position.
3.Slowly slide the dispenser drawer in until it is completely closed. The washer will automatically detect the dispenser cartridge.
4.Adjust the detergent concentration and water hardness settings, if needed. Default settings are 2x detergent concentration and normal water hardness. If the detergent concentration is not listed on the package, see “About Detergent Concentration” to calculate the concentration.
To Adjust Dispenser Settings:
1.Press PRECISION DISPENSE.
2.Select the desired settings using the LCD control buttons.
NOTE: The dispenser cartridge should be rinsed out when changing detergents or when the washer will not be used for extended periods. For instructions on cleaning the dispenser cartridge, see “Washer Maintenance”.
†The number of loads will vary, depending on detergent concentration, load size, cycle used, and soil level. The maximum capacity of up to 36 loads requires use of 6x concentration detergent.
Powdered HE detergent compartment
Lift out the cartridge and set aside.
Powdered HE detergent
Place a measured amount of detergent
in the powdered HE detergent compartment.
Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.
Powdered detergent:
Add directly to the compartment.
IMPORTANT:
nDo not use liquid detergents in the single-load compartment; liquid detergents may seep out of the detergent compartment before the main wash begins.
nDo not add single-dose laundry packet to dispenser drawer.
nIf you are using the Delay Wash option, use of the dispenser cartridge is recommended, or powdered detergent may be used in the HE powdered detergent compartment.
Liquid HE detergent
If you frequently alternate between two different liquid HE detergents, you may purchase an additional Precision Dispense Ultra cartridge, part number
W10250743A.
See “Accessories” for ordering information.
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CYCLE GUIDE — STANDARD CYCLES
For additional cycle details and options, refer to the LCD display. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. Not all features and cycles are available on all models.
For best performance, not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together.
Items to wash: |
Cycle: |
Wash |
Spin |
Soil |
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Normal/ |
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Extra High |
Heavy |
Extra Rinse |
This cycle combines medium-speed |
linens, sheets, and |
Casual |
Warm/Warm |
High |
Normal |
Deep Clean** |
tumbling and an extra-high-speed |
mixed garment loads |
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Heavy |
Sanitize† |
Extra High |
Heavy |
Extra Rinse |
High-speed tumbling and an extra- |
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Duty |
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High |
Normal |
Deep Clean** |
high-speed final spin help provide |
soiled garments |
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Light |
Prewash |
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Whitest |
Sanitize† |
Extra High |
Heavy |
Extra Rinse |
Hot wash temperatures ensure |
fabrics |
Whites |
Hot |
High |
Normal |
Deep Clean** |
liquid chlorine bleach action. |
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Light |
Prewash |
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Bulky |
Sanitize† |
High |
Heavy |
Extra Rinse |
Uses an initial soak to completely |
jackets, throw rugs, |
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Hot |
Medium |
Normal |
Deep Clean** |
saturate the load, followed by |
and sleeping bags |
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Light |
Prewash |
medium wash speeds and a |
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Allergen†† |
Sanitize† |
Extra High |
Heavy |
Extra Rinse |
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High |
Normal |
Deep Clean** |
allergens such as dust mites and pet |
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Light |
Prewash |
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allergens |
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Delicate |
Warm/Warm |
Extra High |
Normal |
Extra Rinse |
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High |
Light |
FanFresh® |
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Hand Wash |
Warm/Warm |
Extra High |
Normal |
Extra Rinse |
Similar to the way garments are |
labeled “handwash”: |
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Warm |
High |
Light |
FanFresh® |
hand-washed in a sink, this cycle |
undergarments, |
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bras, silks |
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** Deep Clean with Steam adds steam to assist in removing tough stains.
Models: WFW97HE and WFL98HE**
† Sanitize option
This washer has a Sanitize option that is certified by NSF International, an independent, third party testing and certification organization. The certification verifies that this option eliminates 99.9% of bacteria typically found on clothing, bedding, and towels. There is no carryover of bacteria between loads after the option is complete.
Only the Sanitize option has been designed to meet the requirements of NSF Protocol P172 Sanitization Performance of Residential and Commercial, family sized clothes washer.
Use the Sanitize option to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics. This option combines a super hot 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 option.
†† Allergen
Allergen cycle certified by NSF International, an independent, third party testing and certification organization. The certification verified that this cycle reduced tested allergens by at least 95.0% and maintained the water temperature necessary to kill dust mites. Only the allergen cycle has been designed to meet the requirements of NSF Protocol P351 for Allergen Reduction Performance effectiveness.
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CYCLE GUIDE — SPECIAL-PURPOSE CYCLES
For additional cycle details and options, refer to the LCD display. Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. Not all features and cycles are available on all models.
For best performance, not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together.
Items to wash: |
Cycle: |
Wash |
Spin |
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Cycle Details: |
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Swimwear, items |
Rinse/Drain |
Warm/Warm |
Extra High |
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FanFresh® |
The default cycle is Rinse/Drain & |
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Wet load of clothes |
Rinse/Drain |
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Extra High |
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FanFresh® |
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Custom |
My Cycle |
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No clothes in washer |
Clean Washer |
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Lightly soiled cotton |
Quick Wash |
Hot |
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Extra Rinse |
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FanFresh® |
quickly. This cycle combines |
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Prewash |
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Blankets/Comforters |
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*All rinses are cold, except Warm/Warm, which has a warm wash and a warm rinse.
Load Size Recommendations
For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for each cycle. For cycles without a load size recommendation, follow on-screen instructions or see the Cycle Details.
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 first time, fill the HE liquid dispenser cartridge and install in the dispenser drawer. Choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it without clothes. Use only HE detergent. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean and the dispenser drawer is ready for use before washing clothes.
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:
nEmpty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can plug pumps and may require a service call.
nClose zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trim and ornaments.
nMend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during washing.
nTurn 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.
nDo not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into fabric.
nAlways read and follow fabric care labels and laundry product instructions. Improper usage may cause damage to your garments.
2. Add laundry products (if desired)
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
Open the washer door. If desired, add single-dose laundry packet, Oxi product, or color-safe bleach to the washer drum before loading clothes. 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 firmly until the latch clicks.
nDepending 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.
nMix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly.
nWash small items in mesh garment bags. For multiple items, use more than one bag and fill bags equally.
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NOTE: Do not add single-dose laundry packets, Oxi-type boosters, or color-safe bleach to dispensers. They will not dispense correctly.
4. Add HE detergent
Precision |
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Select detergent dispenser, based on type of HE detergent used (either liquid or powdered). See “Using the Precision Dispense Dispenser” instructions on how to use the dispenser.
5. Add fabric softener to dispenser (if desired)
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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 overfill, dilute, or use more than
1/4 cup (60 mL) of fabric softener. Do not fill past the MAX line. Overfilling dispenser will cause fabric softener to immediately dispense into washer.
nDo not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes.
nDo not use liquid fabric softener dispenser balls in this washer. They will not dispense correctly.
6. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser (if desired)
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Add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. Do not overfill, 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.
nAlways measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup with a pour spout; do not guess.
nDo not fill beyond the “MAX” level. Overfilling could cause garment damage.
nAdd single-dose laundry packet, Oxi product, or color-safe bleach to the washer drum before loading the clothes. Do not add products to dispensers.
7.Press POWER to turn on washer
Slowly close the Precision Dispense drawer. Make sure the drawer is closed completely, then press POWER to turn on the washer.
8. Select CYCLE
Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. The cycle name and options will appear in the display.
See “Cycle Guide” for details on cycle features, or press More Info. Not all options and settings are available on all cycles.
When selecting My Cycle or Specialty Cycles, refer to the LCD display for additional options and settings. For more information on using My Cycle and Specialty Cycles, see “My Cycle and Specialty Cycles”.
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9. Adjust settings (if desired)
The display will show the default settings for the selected cycle. If desired, press the button beneath each setting to adjust the Temperature, Soil Level, and Spin Speed, and to add options such as an additional Rinse. Use the t and u arrow keys to page to additional options. For more information on a cycle, press MORE INFO.
NOTE: Not all settings are available on all cycles. See “Cycle Guide” for available settings.
10. Select any additional options
(options vary by model)
Press the FanFresh®, Smart Grid, or EcoBoost™ button to add these options to the selected cycle.
If the FanFresh® option is selected, the washer will automatically activate the vent fan and tumble the load periodically for up to 16 hours. This is useful if you are unable to remove a load immediately after the cycle has finished.
The EcoBoost™ option provides additional energy savings through reduced hot water usage and maintains cleaning performance by lengthening the wash time on some cycles.
NOTE:
nNot all options and settings are available with all cycles, and not all features and cycles are available on all models.
nOn model WFL98 only, see the “Smart Feature Sheet”
for information about setting up Smart functionality, turning it on and off, receiving important notifications, and taking advantage of available features.
11. Setting a delayed start
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If you do not want to begin a cycle immediately, you may choose the DELAY START option. This will delay the start of the wash cycle by up to 20 hours.
To set a delayed start:
1.Select the Delay Start option using the LCD control buttons. Use the buttons to adjust the delay time up or down.
2.Press START/PAUSE to set the delay. The delay countdown has started when the START/PAUSE light stops blinking.
IMPORTANT: If you are using the Delay Wash option, use of the dispenser cartridge is recommended, or powdered detergent may be used in the HE powdered detergent compartment.
Remote Start (model WFL98 only)
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Remote Start allows you to start your washer remotely using the Smartappliances app. Make this selection last using the System Settings button and the LCD control button. Make sure that your washer remains closed and the cycle is not adjusted until you start the cycle.
1.Select the desired cycle and features.
2.Press the System Settings button.
3.Press the LCD control button for Remote Start.
4.Press the LCD control button for the desired setting.
5.Make sure the washer remains on. If the washer is turned off, the Remote Start feature will turn off.
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