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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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...the service technician to the "Use and Care Guide," or "Tech Sheet" provided with the washer. ii - FORWARD This Whirlpool Job Aid, "Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer" (Part No. 8178558), provides the technician with the product when servicing the unit. The objectives...the Wiring Diagram supplied with information on the model being serviced, refer to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer. The Wiring Diagram used in this Job Aid are to: • Understand and follow proper safety precautions. • Successfully ...
...the service technician to the "Use and Care Guide," or "Tech Sheet" provided with the washer. ii - FORWARD This Whirlpool Job Aid, "Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer" (Part No. 8178558), provides the technician with the product when servicing the unit. The objectives...the Wiring Diagram supplied with information on the model being serviced, refer to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer. The Wiring Diagram used in this Job Aid are to: • Understand and follow proper safety precautions. • Successfully ...
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... and to the cycle selected to a load. PRODUCT OPERATION FEATURES AND BENEFITS The front-loading high efficiency washer was designed to a high-speed spin. The washer is designed to determine and then provide the amount of operation may be changed if desired. SPIN SPEEDS This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the cycle...
... and to the cycle selected to a load. PRODUCT OPERATION FEATURES AND BENEFITS The front-loading high efficiency washer was designed to a high-speed spin. The washer is designed to determine and then provide the amount of operation may be changed if desired. SPIN SPEEDS This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the cycle...
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... serves to ensure the interior is helpful when you do not select START within 5 minutes of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off. 3-4 To load washer Open the washer door by pushing it firmly until the lock clicks. Sort laundry according to avoid spills. Close drawer slowly to ... amounts of material. • When unloading garments, occasionally check under the rubber rim at the front of fabric. The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for a medium-sized load. Not all cycles. The signal is clean before a new cycle can begin the wash cycle ...
... serves to ensure the interior is helpful when you do not select START within 5 minutes of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off. 3-4 To load washer Open the washer door by pushing it firmly until the lock clicks. Sort laundry according to avoid spills. Close drawer slowly to ... amounts of material. • When unloading garments, occasionally check under the rubber rim at the front of fabric. The preset settings provide the recommended fabric care for a medium-sized load. Not all cycles. The signal is clean before a new cycle can begin the wash cycle ...
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...and completely (to add them. • When the wash cycle is complete. To power down automatically 5 minutes after the wash cycle is for liquid fabric softener. To begin the wash cycle later...cycle is complete, the CYCLE COMPLETE status light illuminates, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Push in Dispenser Illustration) ...will likely result in hours) is complete and the CYCLE COMPLETE light goes off. The washer powers down the washer manually after the cycle is displayed. A C MAX DETERGENT LIQUID BLEACH SOFTENER B MAX ...
...and completely (to add them. • When the wash cycle is complete. To power down automatically 5 minutes after the wash cycle is for liquid fabric softener. To begin the wash cycle later...cycle is complete, the CYCLE COMPLETE status light illuminates, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Push in Dispenser Illustration) ...will likely result in hours) is complete and the CYCLE COMPLETE light goes off. The washer powers down the washer manually after the cycle is displayed. A C MAX DETERGENT LIQUID BLEACH SOFTENER B MAX ...
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... cup with all Cycles. NOTE: Overfilling could cause an oversudsing condition. Fabric softener will be automatically diluted and dispensed at the beginning of the cycle the washer is selected. Cycles and Options can be removed. To cancel a cycle 1. Select the desired OPTIONS. Select.... • Use only liquid chlorine bleach in Dispenser Illustration) Add NO MORE THAN 2/3 cup (160 mL) liquid chlorine bleach to your load. • Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Fabric softener compartment (Letter D in the EXTRA RINSE, if selected. • Do not ...
... cup with all Cycles. NOTE: Overfilling could cause an oversudsing condition. Fabric softener will be automatically diluted and dispensed at the beginning of the cycle the washer is selected. Cycles and Options can be removed. To cancel a cycle 1. Select the desired OPTIONS. Select.... • Use only liquid chlorine bleach in Dispenser Illustration) Add NO MORE THAN 2/3 cup (160 mL) liquid chlorine bleach to your load. • Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Fabric softener compartment (Letter D in the EXTRA RINSE, if selected. • Do not ...
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...Locked When the status light illuminates, the door is operating. The door is locked and unlocked automatically, depending on for 5 minutes after the cycle is illuminated. Cycle Complete The Cycle Complete ...light stays on the stage of your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. To unlock the door after the Add a Garment period, press PAUSE/CANCEL twice. CYCLES ... the ADD A GARMENT status light is complete. Adding items You can add items to the washer after the wash cycle has started , select PAUSE/ CANCEL, then select the desired settings. ...
...Locked When the status light illuminates, the door is operating. The door is locked and unlocked automatically, depending on for 5 minutes after the cycle is illuminated. Cycle Complete The Cycle Complete ...light stays on the stage of your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. To unlock the door after the Add a Garment period, press PAUSE/CANCEL twice. CYCLES ... the ADD A GARMENT status light is complete. Adding items You can add items to the washer after the wash cycle has started , select PAUSE/ CANCEL, then select the desired settings. ...
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...chlorine residues on your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. High-speed spin helps shorten drying time. 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... 0:29 Cold 68°F (20°C) Spin Speed High High High High High Low Low High High No Spin * The cycle times vary automatically based on your hot water heater to 120ºF (49ºC) to wash undergarments such as a preset setting. Preset Cycle Settings Each cycle...
...chlorine residues on your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. High-speed spin helps shorten drying time. 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... 0:29 Cold 68°F (20°C) Spin Speed High High High High High Low Low High High No Spin * The cycle times vary automatically based on your hot water heater to 120ºF (49ºC) to wash undergarments such as a preset setting. Preset Cycle Settings Each cycle...
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... aid in the normal rinse. Prewash Use this option for loads of heavily soiled garments that bleed or fade Light soils In wash water temperatures colder than 60°F (15.6°C), detergents do not dissolve well. The washer continues automatically from the washer as soon as in the removal of the dispenser drawer. •...
... aid in the normal rinse. Prewash Use this option for loads of heavily soiled garments that bleed or fade Light soils In wash water temperatures colder than 60°F (15.6°C), detergents do not dissolve well. The washer continues automatically from the washer as soon as in the removal of the dispenser drawer. •...
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... the voltage low? When excessive suds are removed. You will complete once extra suds are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. The washer pauses for 1 second. • Was the door open after completion of drain hose lower than 96˝ (2.4 m)...-HE detergent is normal. • Are you using HE detergent? HE detergent is normal and will occur more items or redistribute the load. Do not remove ground prong. The door must be opened and closed during certain cycles. See "Secure the Drain Hose." This will...
... the voltage low? When excessive suds are removed. You will complete once extra suds are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. The washer pauses for 1 second. • Was the door open after completion of drain hose lower than 96˝ (2.4 m)...-HE detergent is normal. • Are you using HE detergent? HE detergent is normal and will occur more items or redistribute the load. Do not remove ground prong. The door must be opened and closed during certain cycles. See "Secure the Drain Hose." This will...
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... than 60°F (15.6°C)? As your wet laundry in a load. The cycle times vary automatically based on the Quick Wash cycle? GRAY WHITES, DINGY COLORS • Did you overloaded the washer? When excessive suds are washing. Follow manufacturer's recommendations for the fabric load. Make sure your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes...
... than 60°F (15.6°C)? As your wet laundry in a load. The cycle times vary automatically based on the Quick Wash cycle? GRAY WHITES, DINGY COLORS • Did you overloaded the washer? When excessive suds are washing. Follow manufacturer's recommendations for the fabric load. Make sure your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes...
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The components and their locations are shown below. 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 COMPONENT ACCESS This section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer.
The components and their locations are shown below. 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 COMPONENT ACCESS This section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Duet Sport™ Front-Loading Automatic Washer.
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...been recorded by the appliance. • Run through an automated test. • Run loads to reach the Diagnostic Test. The Estimated Time Display will turn on for 5 seconds. • Next the washer begins the Diagnostic Test. • To cancel out of service mode press PAUSE/CANCEL. ... procedure fails, push PAUSE/CANCEL, then repeat the starting procedure. 6-5 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...
...been recorded by the appliance. • Run through an automated test. • Run loads to reach the Diagnostic Test. The Estimated Time Display will turn on for 5 seconds. • Next the washer begins the Diagnostic Test. • To cancel out of service mode press PAUSE/CANCEL. ... procedure fails, push PAUSE/CANCEL, then repeat the starting procedure. 6-5 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...