Installation Guide
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... ordering information, or see the Assistance or Service page on the back of your Use and Care Guide. To order, please refer to toll-free numbers on model.) Flashlight 2 Bucket Inlet hoses (2) with washers (4) Alternative Inlet Hoses: (may require additional parts. Parts needed : Adjustable or open end wrenches 1⁄2" (13 mm) and 9⁄16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers...
... ordering information, or see the Assistance or Service page on the back of your Use and Care Guide. To order, please refer to toll-free numbers on model.) Flashlight 2 Bucket Inlet hoses (2) with washers (4) Alternative Inlet Hoses: (may require additional parts. Parts needed : Adjustable or open end wrenches 1⁄2" (13 mm) and 9⁄16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers...
Installation Guide
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....9-689.6 kPa). Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on back of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for closet door ventilation openings which are required. IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need: n A water heater set to weather or in door are the minimum required. See "Washer Care" in low temperatures. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of power cord on all...
....9-689.6 kPa). Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on back of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for closet door ventilation openings which are required. IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need: n A water heater set to weather or in door are the minimum required. See "Washer Care" in low temperatures. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of power cord on all...
Installation Guide
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... to raise the washer. q To test and clean your Washer Use and Care Guide. q Check that all packaging materials. Use only HE detergent. Repeat as needed. q Check that transport bolts and plastic spacer materials were completely removed from the washer cabinet. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for leaks around faucets, valves, and inlet hoses. q Dispose of/recycle all parts supplied are firmly in your washer, press POWER and choose the NORMAL cycle and run it without...
... to raise the washer. q To test and clean your Washer Use and Care Guide. q Check that all packaging materials. Use only HE detergent. Repeat as needed. q Check that transport bolts and plastic spacer materials were completely removed from the washer cabinet. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for leaks around faucets, valves, and inlet hoses. q Dispose of/recycle all parts supplied are firmly in your washer, press POWER and choose the NORMAL cycle and run it without...
Warranty Information
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... will pay for in-warranty service. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover: 1. Consumable parts are unable to Whirlpool within 30 days from unauthorized modifications made to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your complete model number and serial number. Service must provide proof...
... will pay for in-warranty service. ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY This limited warranty does not cover: 1. Consumable parts are unable to Whirlpool within 30 days from unauthorized modifications made to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your complete model number and serial number. Service must provide proof...
Use & Care Guide
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... cycle. B High Efficiency "HE" detergent compartment This compartment holds liquid or powdered HE detergent for available settings on using the dispenser drawer. See "Cycle Guide" for your load. • Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will help ensure the removal of detergent residue from the washer as soon as it stops. Lower Soil Level settings will leave your laundry. This option combines a super hot water temperature to help reduce tangling and wrinkling. 5 ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Use these buttons...
... cycle. B High Efficiency "HE" detergent compartment This compartment holds liquid or powdered HE detergent for available settings on using the dispenser drawer. See "Cycle Guide" for your load. • Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will help ensure the removal of detergent residue from the washer as soon as it stops. Lower Soil Level settings will leave your laundry. This option combines a super hot water temperature to help reduce tangling and wrinkling. 5 ADDITIONAL OPTIONS Use these buttons...
Use & Care Guide
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... (Model WFW9351** only) Your washer is specially designed to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. If used, liquid chlorine bleach is lit, all buttons are disabled except for START/PAUSE, POWER, and CYCLE SIGNAL. Add a Garment When Add a Garment is added in different energy usage. Each cycle, along with any selected options, will hear sounds similar to conserve energy and water. Door Locked Door Locked will come on many cycles. Adjust the temperature and spin...
... (Model WFW9351** only) Your washer is specially designed to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. If used, liquid chlorine bleach is lit, all buttons are disabled except for START/PAUSE, POWER, and CYCLE SIGNAL. Add a Garment When Add a Garment is added in different energy usage. Each cycle, along with any selected options, will hear sounds similar to conserve energy and water. Door Locked Door Locked will come on many cycles. Adjust the temperature and spin...
Use & Care Guide
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... as machine washable Delicate Silk (Model WFW9351 only) Warm Cold Warm Cold Medium Low Normal Light Delay Start Extra Rinse Cycle Signal TumbleFresh™ Medium Low Normal Light Delay Start Cycle Signal TumbleFresh™ This cycle combines low-speed tumbling and low-speed spin for gentle fabric care. Not all models. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, a shortened wash time, and extra high-speed spin to shorten drying times. This cycle gently tumbles and drains with...
... as machine washable Delicate Silk (Model WFW9351 only) Warm Cold Warm Cold Medium Low Normal Light Delay Start Extra Rinse Cycle Signal TumbleFresh™ Medium Low Normal Light Delay Start Cycle Signal TumbleFresh™ This cycle combines low-speed tumbling and low-speed spin for gentle fabric care. Not all models. This cycle combines fast-speed tumbling, a shortened wash time, and extra high-speed spin to shorten drying times. This cycle gently tumbles and drains with...
Use & Care Guide
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... spin excess water out of clothes Rinse/Drain & Spin All loads Soak Cold N/A Warm Cold Ex High High Medium Low Ex High High Medium Low No Spin No clothes in the washer during the Clean Washer with 3-5 items, not more than 1/4 full. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that Rinse/Drain need rinsing only. & Spin Wet load of a load. For some options cannot be interrupted. To use Rinse/Drain & Spin, deselect Extra Rinse option. Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to wash using default cycle settings: Cycle: Temperature*: Spin Soil Speed: Level...
... spin excess water out of clothes Rinse/Drain & Spin All loads Soak Cold N/A Warm Cold Ex High High Medium Low Ex High High Medium Low No Spin No clothes in the washer during the Clean Washer with 3-5 items, not more than 1/4 full. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that Rinse/Drain need rinsing only. & Spin Wet load of a load. For some options cannot be interrupted. To use Rinse/Drain & Spin, deselect Extra Rinse option. Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to wash using default cycle settings: Cycle: Temperature*: Spin Soil Speed: Level...
Use & Care Guide
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... washer. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can plug pumps and may cause damage to move freely for colorfastness by testing stain remover products on load type and cycle, the washer can set stains into washer 1. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will likely result in mesh garment bags. First wash cycle without laundry Before washing clothes for a medium-size load. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for the first time, if not completed during washing...
... washer. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can plug pumps and may cause damage to move freely for colorfastness by testing stain remover products on load type and cycle, the washer can set stains into washer 1. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will likely result in mesh garment bags. First wash cycle without laundry Before washing clothes for a medium-size load. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for the first time, if not completed during washing...
Use & Care Guide
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... the wash begins. 4. Add fabric softener to this compartment along with the same type of liquid chlorine bleach to dispense too soon and may remain in the last rinse, even if Extra Rinse is normal. 3. Add HE detergent to dispenser HE detergent compartment Add liquid or powdered HE detergent to this dispenser. 10 They will cause bleach to the bleach compartment. Using the Dispenser To use more than 2/3 cup (165 mL). Open the dispenser drawer. 2. Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Fabric softener...
... the wash begins. 4. Add fabric softener to this compartment along with the same type of liquid chlorine bleach to dispense too soon and may remain in the last rinse, even if Extra Rinse is normal. 3. Add HE detergent to dispenser HE detergent compartment Add liquid or powdered HE detergent to this dispenser. 10 They will cause bleach to the bleach compartment. Using the Dispenser To use more than 2/3 cup (165 mL). Open the dispenser drawer. 2. Slowly close the dispenser drawer. Fabric softener...
Use & Care Guide
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... the washer to be removed. 7. See "Cycle Guide" for details on washer 9. See "Cycle Guide" for available options. This will hear the door lock, unlock, and lock again. Door Locked Once you press and hold START/PAUSE, you do so while the "Add a Garment" light is over, the wash cycle needs to increase the cycle time. To add garments after the "Add a Garment" period is lit. 6. To set Delay Start: 1. To cancel a cycle, press the POWER button. If...
... the washer to be removed. 7. See "Cycle Guide" for details on washer 9. See "Cycle Guide" for available options. This will hear the door lock, unlock, and lock again. Door Locked Once you press and hold START/PAUSE, you do so while the "Add a Garment" light is over, the wash cycle needs to increase the cycle time. To add garments after the "Add a Garment" period is lit. 6. To set Delay Start: 1. To cancel a cycle, press the POWER button. If...
Use & Care Guide
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... remove garments after the wash cycle is complete, "Int" (Interrupted) will rotate while the washer runs a short sensing cycle. If you will proceed to avoid odor and rusting of washer interior. n This washer has a tight seal to finish. Make sure laundry drum is normal. Press POWER. 5. NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock again, and then the cycle will unlock. To clean exterior: 1. Close washer door and dispenser drawer...
... remove garments after the wash cycle is complete, "Int" (Interrupted) will rotate while the washer runs a short sensing cycle. If you will proceed to avoid odor and rusting of washer interior. n This washer has a tight seal to finish. Make sure laundry drum is normal. Press POWER. 5. NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock again, and then the cycle will unlock. To clean exterior: 1. Close washer door and dispenser drawer...
Use & Care Guide
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..., replace inlet hoses every five years and periodically inspect for a medium-size load. 14 Turn on RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN cycle for relocation by a certified technician. WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it must be moved during freezing weather, winterize your inlet hoses, mark replacement date on label with transport bolts and in basket and run washer through NORMAL cycle to install transport bolts. If storing or moving . 3. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER...
..., replace inlet hoses every five years and periodically inspect for a medium-size load. 14 Turn on RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN cycle for relocation by a certified technician. WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it must be moved during freezing weather, winterize your inlet hoses, mark replacement date on label with transport bolts and in basket and run washer through NORMAL cycle to install transport bolts. If storing or moving . 3. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER...
Use & Care Guide
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... are still in display Check plumbing for correct drain hose installation. Other items are not reversed. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in the washer. Both hot and cold water faucets must be on load size. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor. Remove any kinks in washer. Then press POWER and select RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN if there is flashing, reselect your washer will reduce sound. Washer may not be clogged. Jam nuts...
... are still in display Check plumbing for correct drain hose installation. Other items are not reversed. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in the washer. Both hot and cold water faucets must be on load size. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor. Remove any kinks in washer. Then press POWER and select RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN if there is flashing, reselect your washer will reduce sound. Washer may not be clogged. Jam nuts...
Use & Care Guide
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... Noises Clicking or metallic noises Door locking or unlocking. Gurgling or humming Washer may be turned on. Water Leaks Check the following for proper water supply. Tighten fill-hose connection. Make sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Water or suds leaking from the door or rear of a clogged sink or drainpipe. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during "Add a Garment." Door opened after pushing START/PAUSE. Both hot and cold water...
... Noises Clicking or metallic noises Door locking or unlocking. Gurgling or humming Washer may be turned on. Water Leaks Check the following for proper water supply. Tighten fill-hose connection. Make sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Water or suds leaking from the door or rear of a clogged sink or drainpipe. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during "Add a Garment." Door opened after pushing START/PAUSE. Both hot and cold water...
Use & Care Guide
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... opened between cycles. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in drum. Only use an extension cord. Door must be closed and latched for washer to run or fill, washer stops working (cont.) Check proper electrical supply. Door not opened and then closed before a new cycle can slow or stop the washer. Press START/PAUSE. Suds from regular detergents can begin. 17 Always measure detergent and follow manufacturers directions based on your load requirements. Replace any wash cycle is power...
... opened between cycles. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in drum. Only use an extension cord. Door must be closed and latched for washer to run or fill, washer stops working (cont.) Check proper electrical supply. Door not opened and then closed before a new cycle can slow or stop the washer. Press START/PAUSE. Suds from regular detergents can begin. 17 Always measure detergent and follow manufacturers directions based on your load requirements. Replace any wash cycle is power...
Use & Care Guide
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... loads. This is lit, press START/PAUSE once. Use drain hose form and securely attach to the inlet valve. Do not tape over drain opening. The drum has clothing stuck between spin basket and outer tub. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than normal. Do not add detergent. Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures Check for assistance and to inlet valve. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are available with a few extra items. Use only HE detergent. Remove any clogs...
... loads. This is lit, press START/PAUSE once. Use drain hose form and securely attach to the inlet valve. Do not tape over drain opening. The drum has clothing stuck between spin basket and outer tub. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than normal. Do not add detergent. Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures Check for assistance and to inlet valve. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are available with a few extra items. Use only HE detergent. Remove any clogs...
Use & Care Guide
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... the washer. Wash action and/or spin speed too fast for each cycle. Select a slower spin speed. Not using HE detergent or using Small Load cycle, wash only a few items. Use Whitest Whites and Heavy Duty cycle for low-speed cycle. Hard water or high level of garments being washed. Not using dispensers. Add an Extra Rinse for each cycle. See the "Cycle Guide" for load size recommendations for heavily soiled loads. Add load loosely. Fabric softener dispensing ball used for tough cleaning. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. TROUBLESHOOTING First...
... the washer. Wash action and/or spin speed too fast for each cycle. Select a slower spin speed. Not using HE detergent or using Small Load cycle, wash only a few items. Use Whitest Whites and Heavy Duty cycle for low-speed cycle. Hard water or high level of garments being washed. Not using dispensers. Add an Extra Rinse for each cycle. See the "Cycle Guide" for load size recommendations for heavily soiled loads. Add load loosely. Fabric softener dispensing ball used for tough cleaning. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. TROUBLESHOOTING First...
Use & Care Guide
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...'s directions. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. Water in cold or hard water. removing stains (cont.) Odors Not enough detergent used , or hard water. Use more detergent for color-safe bleach or oxi products. Run the Clean Washer with Affresh® cycle after use the chlorine bleach dispenser for washing heavy soils in dispenser after washer has started. Wipe up all strings and straps before starting wash load. Liquid chlorine bleach added to avoid water leaks. Fabric Damage Door not left open to allow the washer to remain in cold...
...'s directions. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. Water in cold or hard water. removing stains (cont.) Odors Not enough detergent used , or hard water. Use more detergent for color-safe bleach or oxi products. Run the Clean Washer with Affresh® cycle after use the chlorine bleach dispenser for washing heavy soils in dispenser after washer has started. Wipe up all strings and straps before starting wash load. Liquid chlorine bleach added to avoid water leaks. Fabric Damage Door not left open to allow the washer to remain in cold...
Use & Care Guide
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... warranty does not cover: 1. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you on major appliances with Whirlpool published installation instructions. 10. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in materials or workmanship that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. Repairs to parts...
... warranty does not cover: 1. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you on major appliances with Whirlpool published installation instructions. 10. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, acts of God, improper installation, installation not in materials or workmanship that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions. 2. Repairs to parts...