Whirlpool WTW8127LW, WTW8127LC Quick Reference Guide

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

WHIRLPOOL® TOP LOADING WASHING MACHINE

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURE

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1POWER

Touch to turn on/off or to stop/cancel a cycle.

2WHAT TO WASH/HOW TO WASH

First select a cycle from the “WHAT to wash” and then select the “HOW to wash” to get the best combination cycle available for the type of items you are going to wash. See “Cycle Guide” for cycle details.

3LCD TIME/STATUS DISPLAY

The display shows the time required for the cycle to complete. Factors such as load size and water pressure may affect the time shown in the display. Tightly packed loads, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may cause the washer to adjust the cycle time as well.

If you have set a delay start to the cycle, the display will show the delay time adjusted.

ADD GARMENT

When Add Garment is lit, you may pause the cycle, open the lid, and add items. Touch and hold the START/PAUSE button to start the cycle again.

4START/PAUSE

Touch and hold the START/PAUSE to start cycle. Touch during a cycle to pause cycle and unlock lid.

NOTE: If machine is spinning it may take longer to unlock lid.

5CYCLE MODIFIERS (Not all modifiers are available on all cycles)

SPIN

Touch to modify the cycle’s available spin speeds (Off, Medium, Fast).

TEMP

Touch to modify the cycle’s available water temperatures (Tap Cold, Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot).

SOIL

Touch to modify the cycle’s available soil levels. Increase soil level for heavily soiled items and decrease soil level for lightly soiled items (Extra Light, Light, Normal, Heavy, Extra Heavy).

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Appearance may vary depending on model.

6CYCLE OPTIONS (Not all options are available on all cycles)

REMOTE ENABLE

Touch each time you want to remotely control via the Whirlpool® app. Follow the instructions in the “GET THE WHIRLPOOL® APP AND GET CONNECTED” section below for more details. Opening the lid cancels “Remote Enable”.

LOAD & GO™ Bulk Dispenser

The LOAD & GO™ dispenser holds 1L of detergent and determines the best time and amount to add detergent to the load. See “Using the Dispensers” section for more information.

FABRIC SOFTENER

Touch “Fabric Softener” button to let the machine know when you have added fabric softener to the appropriate dispenser.

DEEP WATER

Touch “Deep Water” button to add more water to the washer from the cycle’s auto sensed level (Auto, Medium, High, Max Fill).

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

DELAY START

Touch to delay the start of the wash cycle for up to 12 hours.

PRESOAK

Touch to add a presoak period to any cycle to help loosen tough stains. The washer will fill, pause to soak, and then begin the selected cycle (15 minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes,

120 minutes).

EXTRA RINSE

Touch to automatically add a second rinse available on most cycles.

CYCLE SIGNAL

Touch to turn the end of cycle signal on/off and adjust the tone volume when a button is touched.

MORE OPTIONS

■Drain & Spin

■Rinse & Spin

■Clean Washer with affresh®

■Favorite Cycle.

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GET THE WHIRLPOOL® APP AND GET CONNECTED

With your mobile device download the Whirlpool® app. You can get subscription and connectivity

instructions, terms of use, and privacy policy at www.whirlpool.com/connect or in Canada www.whirlpool.ca/connect.

Once installed, launch the app and you will be guided through the steps to subscribe and create your user account to connect to your appliance. If you have any problems or questions, call Whirlpool® Connected Appliances at 1-866-333-4591.

1	CONNECTING UNIT	2	ALLOWING REMOTE
	TO INTERNET		CONTROL AND
			INTERACTION

To connect your unit to the internet please download the Whirlpool® App and press Remote Enable.

User must press Remote Enable when connected in order to allow remote control and interaction.

USING YOUR WASHER

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.

1	SORT & LOAD
	LAUNDRY

See Loading Recommendation section below.

3 TOUCH POWER

2	ADD HE DETERGENT &
	LAUNDRY PRODUCTS TO

DISPENSERS*

Dispenser Drawer

Bulk Dispenser

Remove inside tray for powder HE detergent.

4	SELECT THE	5	ADJUST CYCLE	6	SELECT	7	TOUCH AND HOLD
	DESIRED CYCLE		SETTINGS, IF		ADDITIONAL		START/PAUSE TO
	FOR YOUR LOAD*		DESIRED*		OPTIONS*		BEGIN CYCLE

*NOTE: Not all cycles, settings or options are available with all models.

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LOADING RECOMMENDATION

For best performance, it is recommended to load items by dropping them in loose heaps evenly around the washplate and agitator. Do not lay items length-wise around the washplate or agitator.

RINSING BEFORE RUNNING A WASH CYCLE

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faucet button

Water Faucet Operation

■Press the faucet button once to turn on and press again to turn off.

■Faucet will automatically shut off after 10 minutes or when max water level is reached.

■Water will automatically drain if water level becomes too high or if the lid is left open for 10 minutes.

■On LOAD & GO™ models when the faucet is on touch Temp button to select water temperature or touch LOAD & GO™ button to manually dispense a dose of detergent.

Fabric Brush

MORE WATER WHEN YOU WANT IT

Max Fill

High

Medium

Auto

Auto Sensing & Deep Water Wash

■The washer will adjust the water level to the optimal amount for a High Efficiency wash of the detected load size.

■Touch “Deep Water” to add more water to the wash load.

■There are four levels of Deep Water “Auto”, “Medium”, “High”, “Max Fill”.

■Not all levels are available on all cycles.

■The washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the items will settle in the basket. This is normal, and does not indicate that more items should be added.

IMPORTANT: You will not see a washer basket full of water as with your past agitator-style washer. It is normal for some of the load to be above the water line.

USING THE DISPENSER

■LOAD & GO™ feature will default On for each cycle unless disabled.

■Touch LOAD & GO™ button to view detergent dispensing options.

■Hold LOAD & GO™ button on the control panel to choose a detergent concentration between 2X and 10X. Hold for

3 seconds.

■Pull the drawer completely out for easy refilling.

1.Turn brush from body to open.

2.Add liquid laundry detergent.

3.Turn to close.

4.To dispense detergent from fabric brush push button.

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2-IN-1 REMOVABLE AGITATOR

Agitator Mode	Squeeze Handle	Rotate	Pull Up	Impeller Mode
		Counter-Clockwise

■Keep it in (Agitator mode) when you want increased mechanical action to remove and rinse away loose soils. You can use this mode anytime but it’s especially suited for everyday mixed loads.

■Take it out (Impeller mode) when you need added space and/or a thorough, gentle clean. You can use this mode anytime but it’s especially suited for bulky items such as bedding and delicate items such as undergarments.

USING THE REMOVABLE AGITATOR

■Squeeze handle, rotate counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove.

■Push down and rotate clockwise to re-install. The agitator should lock into place.

CYCLE GUIDE

Your Whirlpool® washer has a unique user interface to help you select the best cycle you need 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. See chart below for more details.

For best fabric care, choose the cycle that					How do you want to wash?
best fits the load being washed.
				“HOW to wash” Cycle Selection
R – Recommended Cycle
			NORMAL	WRINKLE	HEAVY	SANITIZE	COLD	QUICK
a – Alternate Cycle
				CONTROL	DUTY	with OXI	WASH
Blank – Cycle is available but not optimal
			Energy	Reduce	Powerful Soil	Eliminate	Energy Saving	Fast
			Conscious	Wrinkles	Removal	Bacteria*
What do you	“WHAT to wash”
want to wash?	Cycle Selection
Cottons/Linens			R	a	a	a	a	a
Mixed			R	a	a	a	a	a
Pajamas	Regular		R	a	a	a	a	a
Sweatshirts			R	a	a	a	a	a
T-Shirts			R	a	a	a	a	a
Athletic Wear			R	a	a	a	a
Bright Colors			R	a	a	a	a	a
Business Casual			a	R	a	a	a	a
Casuals	Colors		a	R	a	a	a	a
Dark Colors			R	a	a	a	a	a
Dress Shirts/Pants			a	R	a	a	a	a
Jeans			R	a	a	a	a	a
No-Iron Fabrics			a	R	a	a	a	a
Baby Clothes			R	a	a	a
Handkerchiefs			R	a	a	a		a
Napkins			R	a	a	a		a
Socks			R	a	a	a		a
Tablecloth	Whites		R	a	a	a	a	a
Undergarments			R	a	a	a	a	a
White Clothing			R	a	a	a		a
White Shirts			R	a	a	a		a
White Towels			R	a	a	a		a
White T-Shirts			R	a	a	a		a

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					How do you want to wash?
				“HOW to wash” Cycle Selection
			NORMAL	WRINKLE	HEAVY	SANITIZE	COLD	QUICK
				CONTROL	DUTY	with OXI	WASH
			Energy	Reduce	Powerful Soil	Eliminate	Energy Saving	Fast
			Conscious	Wrinkles	Removal	Bacteria*
	What do you	“WHAT to wash”
	want to wash?	Cycle Selection
	Bras		R	a	a	a	a	a
	Delicates		R	a	a	a	a	a
	Handwash Fabrics	Delicates	R	a	a	a	a	a
	Lingerie		R	a	a	a	a	a
	Machine Wash Silks		R	a	a	a	a	a
	Wool		R	a	a	a	a	a
	Blankets		R	a	a	a	a	a
	Coats & Jackets		R	a	a	a	a	a
	Comforters		R	a	a	a		a
	Machine Wash Curtains	Bulky Items	R	a	a	a	a	a
	Machine Wash Slip Covers		R	a	a	a		a
	Non-Rubber Lined Rugs &		R	a	a	a		a
	Mats
	Sheets		R	a	a	a		a
	Sleeping Bags		R	a	a	a		a
	Dish Cloths		R	a	a	a		a
	Terry Cloths	Towels	R	a	a	a		a
	Towels		R	a	a	a		a

*Use this cycle to eliminate 99.9% of bacteria when used in conjunction with Oxi additives. Preset cycle settings must be used to achieve proper sanitization. Be sure to add an Oxi product to the basket before starting cycle.

NOTE: Normal cycle is recommended for washing normally soiled cotton or linen clothes. This clothes washer’s government energy certifications were based on the Normal cycle with all wash temperature selections and water fill levels offered in the cycle. It was tested as a User Adjustable Automatic Water Fill Control System clothes washer with the Agitator installed. The settings as shipped are Regular + Normal cycle, Warm Wash Temp and Auto Water level, Deep Water off.

WASHER ICONS

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Description

Status

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Description

Status

Door Locked

Alert State

Smartgrid, Peak rates

On

in effect

LOAD & GO™

Off One Cycle

Smart Delay

Warning

Off Always

Smart Pause

Detergent Low

WiFi Status Indicator

Connected

Remote Enable

On

Disconnected

Delay Start

On

Fabric Softener

Off

PreSoak

On

Extra Rinse

Off

PreSoak

Off

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	Image						Description	Status
							Deep Water	On - Auto
								On - Auto Medium
								On - Auto High
								On - Max Fill
							Fabric Softener	On
							Extra Rinse	On
							LOAD & GO™	50%
								75%
								Full

NOTE: Not all features and options are available on all models.

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Description

Status

Favorite Cycle

		Download & Go
		Cycle
		Cycle Signal	Off
			Low
			Medium
			High
		Clean Washer
		Remote Enable	Off
		Faucet	On
			Off

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For detailed installation instructions and maintenance information, winter storage and transportation, please see the INSTALLATION AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL included with your machine.

For detailed product dimensions, please see the DIMENSION GUIDE that can be found at www.whirlpool.com/owners or in Canada www.whirlpool.ca/owners.

For information on any of the following items please visit www.whirlpool.com/owners or in Canada www.whirlpool.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.

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To speak with a customer service representative or if you have additional questions, call us toll free at

1-866-698-2538 or in Canada call 1-800-807-6777.

Model &	You can write with any questions or concerns at:
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	Customer eXperience Center	Customer eXperience Center
	533 Benson Road	Unit 200-6750 Century Ave
	Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692	Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
	Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

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