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CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS L-78 FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER MODELS: WFW8300SW, WFW8500SW, WFW8500SR JOB AID Part No. 8178558
CONSUMER SERVICES TECHNICAL EDUCATION GROUP PRESENTS L-78 FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER MODELS: WFW8300SW, WFW8500SW, WFW8500SR JOB AID Part No. 8178558
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.... Copyright © 2006, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 - FORWARD This Whirlpool Job Aid, "Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer" (Part No. 8178558), provides the technician with information on the model being serviced, refer to the "Use and Care Guide... that will enable the service technician to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the washer. ii - WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for training purposes only. The Wiring Diagram used for...
.... Copyright © 2006, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 - FORWARD This Whirlpool Job Aid, "Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer" (Part No. 8178558), provides the technician with information on the model being serviced, refer to the "Use and Care Guide... that will enable the service technician to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the washer. ii - WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for training purposes only. The Wiring Diagram used for...
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...which forgotten garments may be greater for a conventional washer. LARGER LOAD SIZE Since there is used, the washer saves energy, too. You can obtain the same results with traditional top load machines. SPIN SPEEDS This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the cycle selected...and spinning conditions. PRODUCT OPERATION FEATURES AND BENEFITS The front-loading high efficiency washer was designed to wash more water extraction, reducing drying time. SUSPENSION SYSTEM To reduce washer "walk" and "off -balance loads during spinning, it redistributes the clothes so that ...
...which forgotten garments may be greater for a conventional washer. LARGER LOAD SIZE Since there is used, the washer saves energy, too. You can obtain the same results with traditional top load machines. SPIN SPEEDS This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the cycle selected...and spinning conditions. PRODUCT OPERATION FEATURES AND BENEFITS The front-loading high efficiency washer was designed to wash more water extraction, reducing drying time. SUSPENSION SYSTEM To reduce washer "walk" and "off -balance loads during spinning, it redistributes the clothes so that ...
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... are available with equal amounts of material. • When unloading garments, occasionally check under the rubber rim at the front of fabric. Sort laundry according to avoid spills. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of suds for small...bags. The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for a medium-sized load. For All Wash Cycles 1. Place a load of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off. 3-4 Washer door should be removed from the washer as soon as infant socks in the "Changing Cycles and Options Section."...
... are available with equal amounts of material. • When unloading garments, occasionally check under the rubber rim at the front of fabric. Sort laundry according to avoid spills. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of suds for small...bags. The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for a medium-sized load. For All Wash Cycles 1. Place a load of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off. 3-4 Washer door should be removed from the washer as soon as infant socks in the "Changing Cycles and Options Section."...
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... system, along with the powdered detergent. 3-5 To power down automatically 5 minutes after the wash cycle is complete, the CYCLE COMPLETE status light illuminates, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be removed from the washer. Pull out the dispenser drawer. 2. Using regular detergent will ... will be added to add them. IMPORTANT: When delaying a cycle, use only powdered detergents in the display window. The washer powers down the washer manually after the cycle is normal for you to return to the proper compartment. 3. To fill dispenser compartments 1. ...
... system, along with the powdered detergent. 3-5 To power down automatically 5 minutes after the wash cycle is complete, the CYCLE COMPLETE status light illuminates, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be removed from the washer. Pull out the dispenser drawer. 2. Using regular detergent will ... will be added to add them. IMPORTANT: When delaying a cycle, use only powdered detergents in the display window. The washer powers down the washer manually after the cycle is normal for you to return to the proper compartment. 3. To fill dispenser compartments 1. ...
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... any time, select PAUSE/CANCEL. 2. The liquid detergent flows immediately into the washer. • Powdered detergent: Measure the amount of the cycle the washer is not available, the machine will drain automatically before START is selected. Chlorine bleach compartment (Letter C in the EXTRA RINSE, if ... detergent. The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can add an additional item to the wash cycle and when the controls are available with a pour spout; Select DRAIN/SPIN. 3. • Liquid detergent: Measure the amount of colorsafe bleach to your load. •...
... any time, select PAUSE/CANCEL. 2. The liquid detergent flows immediately into the washer. • Powdered detergent: Measure the amount of the cycle the washer is not available, the machine will drain automatically before START is selected. Chlorine bleach compartment (Letter C in the EXTRA RINSE, if ... detergent. The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can add an additional item to the wash cycle and when the controls are available with a pour spout; Select DRAIN/SPIN. 3. • Liquid detergent: Measure the amount of colorsafe bleach to your load. •...
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...avoids unintended use the control lock feature to the washer after the cycle is unbalanced. When CONTROL LOCKED is locked and unlocked automatically, depending on the stage of your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. The door is lit, all buttons are ... PAUSE/ CANCEL, then select the desired settings. The options you select will cancel the Wash Cycle. The washer will illuminate. Estimated Time Remaining The cycle times vary automatically based on for approximately 1 second) to the desired cycle. The indicator light for 3 seconds until the...
...avoids unintended use the control lock feature to the washer after the cycle is unbalanced. When CONTROL LOCKED is locked and unlocked automatically, depending on the stage of your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. The door is lit, all buttons are ... PAUSE/ CANCEL, then select the desired settings. The options you select will cancel the Wash Cycle. The washer will illuminate. Estimated Time Remaining The cycle times vary automatically based on for approximately 1 second) to the desired cycle. The indicator light for 3 seconds until the...
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...spin to reduce wrinkling. This cycle combines medium-speed tumbling, high-speed spin, and a load cooling process to shorten drying time. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, a shortened wash .... Cycle Sanitary Whitest Whites Heavy Duty Normal/Casual Quick Wash (2-3 items) Delicate/ Hand Wash Clean Washer Rinse/Spin Drain/Spin Soak Estimated Time* (hr:min) Wash Temp 3:00 Super Hot 153°... High High High High High Low Low High High No Spin * The cycle times vary automatically based on your laundry. Sanitary Use this cycle to wash undergarments such as underwire bras, ...
...spin to reduce wrinkling. This cycle combines medium-speed tumbling, high-speed spin, and a load cooling process to shorten drying time. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, a shortened wash .... Cycle Sanitary Whitest Whites Heavy Duty Normal/Casual Quick Wash (2-3 items) Delicate/ Hand Wash Clean Washer Rinse/Spin Drain/Spin Soak Estimated Time* (hr:min) Wash Temp 3:00 Super Hot 153°... High High High High High Low Low High High No Spin * The cycle times vary automatically based on your laundry. Sanitary Use this cycle to wash undergarments such as underwire bras, ...
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... Speed Each cycle has a preset SPIN SPEED. End of load you are washing. This option provides an additional rinse with Warm and Cold settings. • The Cold rinse temperatures depend on the type of Cycle Signal This signal is illuminated. The washer continues automatically from garments. Follow garment label instructions. To change the...
... Speed Each cycle has a preset SPIN SPEED. End of load you are washing. This option provides an additional rinse with Warm and Cold settings. • The Cold rinse temperatures depend on the type of Cycle Signal This signal is illuminated. The washer continues automatically from garments. Follow garment label instructions. To change the...
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... top of the washer. • Has a cycle been selected, but START has not been selected and held for 1 second? You will complete once extra suds are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Failure to start a new cycle... film or particles. Check electrical source or call electrician. • Excessive suds? This is used. • Is the load balanced? The washer pauses for leaks. • Is the washer in a normal pause in death, fire, or electrical shock. • Is the power cord plugged into a grounded ...
... top of the washer. • Has a cycle been selected, but START has not been selected and held for 1 second? You will complete once extra suds are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Failure to start a new cycle... film or particles. Check electrical source or call electrician. • Excessive suds? This is used. • Is the load balanced? The washer pauses for leaks. • Is the washer in a normal pause in death, fire, or electrical shock. • Is the power cord plugged into a grounded ...
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...;ciency detergent. Do not overload the washer. The wash load must be increased. • Did you washing a single item or bulky load? WASH / RINSE TEMPERATURE • Are the hot and cold water inlet hoses reversed? The cycle times vary automatically based on the Quick Wash cycle?..., detergent, and clothes load. This routine will attempt to redistribute the load with the remainder of the washer and try to provide a hot water wash. 3-18 If larger loads are shown in pockets? • Did you have you are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts. Use HE detergent...
...;ciency detergent. Do not overload the washer. The wash load must be increased. • Did you washing a single item or bulky load? WASH / RINSE TEMPERATURE • Are the hot and cold water inlet hoses reversed? The cycle times vary automatically based on the Quick Wash cycle?..., detergent, and clothes load. This routine will attempt to redistribute the load with the remainder of the washer and try to provide a hot water wash. 3-18 If larger loads are shown in pockets? • Did you have you are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts. Use HE detergent...
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COMPONENT LOCATIONS Water Inlet Valve Line Filter Detergent Dispenser Motor & Assembly Pressure Switch Central Control Unit Temperature Sensor (On Rear Of Tub) Heater (On Rear Of Tub) Basket Tub Assembly Drive Motor Front Interlock Switch Not Shown: Console, Touchpad/LED Assembly, & Door Switch Assembly Rear Interlock Switch ECO Valve Motor Control Unit Drain Pump 4-1 The components and their locations are shown below. COMPONENT ACCESS This section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer.
COMPONENT LOCATIONS Water Inlet Valve Line Filter Detergent Dispenser Motor & Assembly Pressure Switch Central Control Unit Temperature Sensor (On Rear Of Tub) Heater (On Rear Of Tub) Basket Tub Assembly Drive Motor Front Interlock Switch Not Shown: Console, Touchpad/LED Assembly, & Door Switch Assembly Rear Interlock Switch ECO Valve Motor Control Unit Drain Pump 4-1 The components and their locations are shown below. COMPONENT ACCESS This section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer.
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... 3. Operation modes: • Display the error states that have been recorded by the appliance. • Run through an automated test. • Run loads to the next step of operation. NOTES: This program recalls the most recent failure code first. • Press the same key to advance to... start the test. 1. This executes the automatic test but does not show the error history. • Close the door. • Push POWER. • Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. • Press EXTRA RINSE four times within 5 seconds. • Press EXTRA RINSE...
... 3. Operation modes: • Display the error states that have been recorded by the appliance. • Run through an automated test. • Run loads to the next step of operation. NOTES: This program recalls the most recent failure code first. • Press the same key to advance to... start the test. 1. This executes the automatic test but does not show the error history. • Close the door. • Push POWER. • Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. • Press EXTRA RINSE four times within 5 seconds. • Press EXTRA RINSE...