Whirlpool WTW4816FW Owner's Manual

5 (2)

Top-Loading Washer

Laveuse à chargement par

Use and Care Guide

le dessus guide d’utilisation

 

et d’entretien

Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.whirlpool.com

Table of Contents

 

Table des matières

 

WASHER SAFETY.......................................................................

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

 

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

3

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

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

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TABLEAU DE COMMANDE

 

 

CYCLE GUIDE ............................................................................

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ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ........................................................

 

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

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

 

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WASHER MAINTENANCE .......................................................

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

 

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TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................

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

 

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WARRANTY .............................................................................

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DÉPANNAGE ............................................................................

 

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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................

BACK COVER

GARANTIE ................................................................................

 

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ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ..............

COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.

Conçue pour l’utilisation d’un détergent haute efficacité seulement.

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Whirlpool WTW4816FW Owner's Manual

Washer Safety

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What’s New Under the Lid?

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 washer will fill to the appropriate water level. When the washer

is done filling, it will start to agitate. If you need to open the lid to add a garment after this point, the lid will remain unlocked during the entire agitation portion of the wash phase. The cycle will automatically pause when the lid

is opened, and the cycle will resume once the lid is closed. The lid will lock before the spin phase begins. If you need to pause or stop after this point, you must press

the Start/Pause button 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. Press Start/Pause to resume the cycle.

Water Level Options

Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the washer will fill to a level that ensures the load

engages the agitator. From this point, the electronic control will sense the load and determine if additional water

is needed. Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer will fill to the maximum

water level.

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 spin phase 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. Sometimes, you may hear nothing at all as the washer allows time for clothes to soak.

Choosing the Right Detergent

Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” Using non-HE detergent will likely result in longer cycle times

and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component malfunction and, over time, build-up

of mold or mildew. HE detergents should be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount

of suds for the best performance. They should hold soil in suspension so it is not redeposited onto clean clothes. Not all detergents labeled as High Efficiency are identical in formulation and their ability to reduce suds. For example, natural, organic, or homemade HE detergents may generate a high level of suds. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions

to determine the amount of detergent to use.

Sensing

This washer will perform a series of spins to check for load balance. During this time, a series of clicks and a whirring noise signal that sensing technology is determining if there is an off-balance load.

Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.

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.

IMPORTANT:

■■ The lid must be closed before the washer basket fills with water and for the wash cycle to start. If the lid is open and filling stops, close the lid and press the Start/Pause button to complete the cycle.

■■ Rinse options must be set to either 1 Rinse with softener or 2 Rinses with softener when using fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser. This ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse phase and is evenly distributed.

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Control Panel and Features

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Not all features and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary.

1SOIL LEVEL

Select the setting most suitable for your load. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, select Heavy Soil Level for more wash time. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, select Light Soil Level for less wash time. A lighter soil level setting will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.

2WASH TEMP

Wash Temp 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.

5WATER LEVEL

Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the washer will fill to a level that ensures the load engages the agitator. From this point, the electronic control will sense the load and determine if additional water is needed.

Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer will fill to the maximum water level.

NOTE: Expect longer cycles times due to extended fill times when using the Deep Water Wash option.

6START/PAUSE BUTTON

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

■■ On some models and cycles, warm and hot water may be cooler than your previous washer.

■■ Even in a cold and cool water wash, some warm water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.

All rinses are cold.

3WASH CYCLE KNOB

Use the wash cycle knob to select cycles on your washer. See the “Cycle Guide” chart for detailed descriptions of cycles.

4RINSE OPTIONS

The following options may be added to most cycles. See the “Cycle Guide” chart for additional details.

1 RINSE

This option is used to limit a cycle to a single rinse.

2 RINSES

This option can be used to automatically add a second rinse to most cycles.

1 RINSE WITH SOFTENER

This option must be selected if using fabric softener during a cycle. It ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse for even distribution.

2 RINSES WITH SOFTENER

This option turns on both the Fabric Softener and the 2 Rinses option.

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.

7 PROGRESS LIGHTS

The Progress lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from your previous washer.

SENSING

When the Start/Pause button is pressed and the Water Level knob is set to Auto Sensing, the washer will fill and begin sensing to determine load size and balance. Once sensing is complete, the washer will fill to the appropriate level for the detected load size and then begin the wash phase of the cycle.

NOTE: Sensing and wash phases will be paused by opening the unlocked lid. Close the lid to resume the cycle. If the lid is left open for more than 10 minutes, the washer will cancel the cycle and pump out the water. The lid will lock after the wash phase to begin the initial spinout and remain locked for the remainder of the cycle.

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WASH

The washer will fill to the correct water level based on the load size and the Water Level selection. Certain cycles may agitate during the fill process to boost cleaning. You will hear the agitator rotate followed by a pause lasting several seconds. When the wash cycle begins, you will hear the agitator increase speed. The motor sounds may change at different stages in the wash cycle while the washer performs different wash actions.

RINSE

Certain cycles use a spray rinse, which adds water to the tub while the basket spins. When a fabric softener option is selected, you will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. You may hear the motor turning on briefly (short hum) to move the basket while filling.

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. For best results, remove the load promptly.

LOCKED

The Lock feature allows for higher spin speeds. When lit, the lid is locked and cannot be opened without pausing the cycle. When the light is off, the lid can be opened.

To open the lid after it has been locked, press Start/Pause. 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 while the lid is closed to resume the cycle.

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Cycle Guide

For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Recommended settings for best performance are shown in Bold. Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Items to wash:

Cycle:

Temperature*:

Spin

Cycle Details:

 

 

 

Speed:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lightly soiled fabrics

Quick Wash

Hot

High

Use this cycle to quickly wash a small number of lightly

 

 

Warm

 

soiled items.

 

 

Cool

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

Machine-wash

Delicate

Hot

Low

Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating

silks, hand-washed

 

Warm

 

“Machine Washable Silks” or “Gentle” cycle on the care

fabrics

 

Cool

 

label. Place small items in mesh garment bags

 

 

Cold

 

before washing.

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

No-iron fabrics,

Casual

Hot

Low

Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as sport

permanent press,

 

Warm

 

shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press,

linens, cottons,

 

Cool

 

and blends.

synthetics

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

Bright or darkly

Cold Wash

Cold

High

Cold water with an additional wash action gently lifts

colored cottons,

 

 

 

stains while caring for fabrics. Settings may be adjusted

linens, casual and

 

 

 

as desired but must use only cold water settings.

mixed loads

 

 

 

 

Cottons, linens,

Normal

Hot

High

Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and

and mixed-garment

 

Warm

 

mixed-fabric loads.

loads

 

Cool

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

Heavily soiled sturdy

Super Wash

Hot

High

Provides maximum water temperatures and water levels

fabrics, colorfast

 

Warm

 

while using the most aggressive wash actions for tough

items, towels, jeans

 

Cool

 

stains and soils. Use this cycle for heaviest soiled

 

 

Cold

 

sturdy items.

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

Sturdy fabrics,

Heavy Duty

Hot

High

Use this cycle for heavily soiled sturdy items.

colorfast items,

 

Warm

 

 

towels, jeans

 

Cool

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

Large items such

Bulky Items/

Hot

Low

Use this cycle to wash large items such as jackets and small

as sheets, sleeping

Sheets

Warm

 

comforters. The washer will fill with enough water to wet

bags, small

 

Cool

 

down the load before the wash portion of the cycle begins

comforters, jackets,

 

Cold

 

and uses a higher water level than other cycles.

and small, washable

 

Tap Cold

 

 

rugs

 

 

 

 

Hand-washed

Drain &

N/A

High

This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for heavy

garments or

Spin

 

 

fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Use this

dripping-wet items

 

 

 

cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing

 

 

 

 

a cycle after a power failure.

Swimsuits

Rinse & Spin

Cold Rinse Only

High

Combines a rinse and spin for loads requiring an additional

and items

 

 

 

rinse cycle or to complete a load after a power interruption.

requiring rinsing

 

 

 

Also use for loads that require rinsing only.

without detergent

 

 

 

 

No clothes in

Clean Washer

Hot

Low

Use this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of your

washer

with affresh®

Warm

 

washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level.

 

 

Cool

 

Use with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine

 

 

Cold

 

bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. This

 

 

Tab Cold

 

cycle should not be interrupted. See the “Washer Care”

 

 

 

 

section.

 

 

 

 

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.

Heavily soiled

Soak

Hot

No Spin

Use this cycle to soak small spots of set-in stains on

fabrics.

 

Warm

 

fabrics. The washer will use intermittent agitation and

 

 

Cool

 

soaking. After time has expired, water will drain, but the

 

 

Cold

 

washer will not spin. Cycle is complete. To set a follow-up

 

 

Tap Cold

 

cycle, select Drain & Spin, add additional detergent, and

 

 

 

 

select a cycle based on fabric type.

*All rinses are cold.

 

 

 

 

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Using Your Washer

1. Sort and prepare your laundry

2. Add laundry products

■■ 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.

Add a measured amount of HE

detergent or single-dose laundry

packet into the basket.

If using Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric-softener crystals, add

to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.

IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable 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.

NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of laundry products to use.

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3. Load laundry into washer

5. Add fabric softener to dispenser

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

Liquid

Chlorine Bleach

Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach.

Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric

 

softener into dispenser. Always follow

 

manufacturer’s directions for correct amount

MAX FILL

of fabric softener based on your load size.

 

Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim.

See "Max Fill" line arrows.

IMPORTANT: The Rinse Options knob must be set to either 1 Rinse with softener or 2 Rinses with softener when using fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser. This ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse phase and is evenly distributed.

Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load

During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling and press the Start/Pause button to pause the washer. Lift the lid and add the measured, recommended amount

of liquid fabric softener. Do not use more than

the recommended amount. Close the lid and press the Start/Pause button again to start the washer.

6. Select cycle

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

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7. Select SOIL LEVEL

9. Select cycle options, if desired

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Once you select a cycle, select the soil level by turning the Soil Level knob to the desired setting.

8. Select WASH TEMP

Select the wash temperature by turning the Wash Temp knob to the desired setting.

Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your items. All rinses are cold.

Wash Temp

Suggested Fabrics

 

Hot

 

 

Some cold water is added to save

Whites and pastels

 

energy. This will be cooler than

Durable items

 

your hot water heater setting.

Heavy soils

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warm

 

 

Some cold water will be added,

Bright colors

 

so this will be cooler than what

Moderate to light soils

 

your previous washer provided.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cool

 

 

Warm water is added to assist

Colors that bleed

 

in soil removal and to help dissolve

or fade

 

detergents. Cool is slightly warmer

Light soils

 

than cold.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cold

 

 

Warm water may be added

Dark colors that

 

to assist in soil removal

bleed or fade

 

and to help dissolve detergents.

Light soils

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tap Cold

 

 

This is the temperature from

Dark colors that

 

your faucet.

bleed or fade

 

 

Light soils

 

 

 

 

Select the number of rinses by turning the Rinse Options knob to the desired setting.

IMPORTANT: The Rinse Options knob must be set

to an option “with Fabric Softener” when using the fabric softener dispenser. This ensures that fabric softener

is added at the correct time in the rinse for even distribution.

Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the washer will automatically sense the appropriate water level for the load size and type.

Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer will fill to the maximum water level.

NOTE: The cycle will be longer due to extended fill times when using the Deep Water Wash setting.

10. Press START/PAUSE

to begin wash cycle

Press START/PAUSE to start the wash cycle.

When the cycle has finished, the Done indicator will light. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and prevent rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.

Adding garment(s)

If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments: Press Start/Pause. The lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes

if the load was spinning at a high speed. Add garments, close lid, and press Start/Pause again to restart the cycle.

NOTE: Washer will not fill with the lid open.

IMPORTANT: If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes, the water will pump out automatically.

Manual Soak

If you would like to manually soak your garments at any time during the wash portion of the cycle, press Start/Pause and leave the lid closed. Once your desired soak time has elapsed, press Start/Pause again to continue the cycle.

As long as the lid remains closed, your soak time

can be longer than 10 minutes. However, if the lid is opened during the soak and remains open for more than 10 minutes, the water will pump out automatically.

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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.

NOTE: This washer does not include inlet hoses. See the Installation Instructions for more information.

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. This 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 affresh® Washer Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach as described below.

Begin procedure

1.affresh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended for Best Performance):

a.Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.

b.Place an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet in the bottom of the washer basket.

c.Do not place an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet in the detergent dispenser.

d.Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer when following this procedure.

e.Close the washer lid.

f.Select the cycle recommended for cleaning the inside of the washer.

g.Press the Start/Pause button to start the cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must be interrupted, press the Start/Pause button once. After the cycle has stopped, run a Rinse & Spin cycle to rinse cleaner

from washer.

2.Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative):

a.Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.

b.Add 1 cup (236 mL) 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.

WASHER CARE (cont.)

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 button to start the cycle.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must be interrupted, press the Start/Pause button once. After the cycle has stopped, run a Rinse & Spin cycle to rinse cleaner from washer.

Cleaning the Dispensers

After a period of using your washer, you may find some residue buildup in the washer’s dispensers. To remove residue from

the dispensers, wipe them with an affresh® Machine Cleaning

Wipe or 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 with an affresh®

Machine Cleaning Wipe or a damp cloth and towel dry before or after you run the Clean Washer cycle. Use an all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.

Cleaning the Outside of the Washer

Use an affresh® Machine Cleaning Wipe, a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills. Use an affresh® Machine

Cleaning Wipe or only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external washer surfaces.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s finish, 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 flooding due to water-pressure surge.

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will not freeze. Some water may stay in hoses, and freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1.Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water-inlet hoses.

2.Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run washer on Rinse & Spin cycle for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3.Unplug washer or disconnect power.

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 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.

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TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER (cont.)

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. Transport washer

in upright position.

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.

2.Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3.Run washer through Bulky Items/Sheets 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, 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

Possible Causes

Solution

 

 

 

Vibration or Off-Balance

 

 

 

 

 

Check the following for

Feet may not be in contact with

Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and washer

proper installation or

the floor and locked.

must be level to operate properly.

see the “Using Your

 

 

Washer may not be level.

Check floor for flexing or sagging. If flooring is uneven, a 3/4"

Washer” section.

 

(19 mm) piece of plywood under your washer will reduce sound.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

See the “Level the Washer” section in the

 

 

Installation Instructions.

 

Load could be unbalanced.

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 Bulky Items/Sheets cycle for oversized, non-absorbent

 

 

items such as jackets and small comforters. See the “Cycle

 

 

Guide” chart.

 

 

 

 

 

See the “Cycle Guide” chart and the “Using Your Washer” section.

 

 

 

Noises

 

 

 

 

 

Clicking or metallic

Objects caught in washer

Empty pockets before washing. Loose items such as coins

noises.

drain system.

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 snaps,

 

 

buckles, or zippers touch against the basket.

Gurgling or humming.

Washer may be draining water.

It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming

 

 

sound with periodic gurgling or surging as final amounts of water

 

 

are removed during the Drain & Spin cycles.

Humming.

Load sensing may be occurring.

You may hear the hum of the sensing spins after you have

 

 

started the washer. This is normal.

Whirring.

Basket deceleration may be

You may hear the whirring sound of the basket decelerating.

 

occurring.

This is normal.

 

 

 

 

 

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