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... Installation 9 FEATURES AND BENEFITS 9 WASHER USE 10 Starting Your Washer 10 Using the Proper Detergent 10 Using the Dispenser 11 Pausing or Restarting 12 Changing Cycles, Options, and Modifiers 12 Status Lights 13 Cycles ...13 Normal Washer Sounds 15 Options...15 Modifiers 16 Laundry Guide 16 LAUNDRY TIPS 17 Loading 17 WASHER CARE 18 Cleaning Your Washer...
... Installation 9 FEATURES AND BENEFITS 9 WASHER USE 10 Starting Your Washer 10 Using the Proper Detergent 10 Using the Dispenser 11 Pausing or Restarting 12 Changing Cycles, Options, and Modifiers 12 Status Lights 13 Cycles ...13 Normal Washer Sounds 15 Options...15 Modifiers 16 Laundry Guide 16 LAUNDRY TIPS 17 Loading 17 WASHER CARE 18 Cleaning Your Washer...
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... and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Parts supplied: A B C D E A. Inlet hose (2) C. Inlet hose washer (4) D. Drain hose G.Hose clamp F G 3 Record hose installation or replacement dates for installation ■ Open end wrenches 17 mm and 13 mm ■ Level ■ Wood block ■ Ruler or measuring tape NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after...) Tools needed for connecting the drain hose ■ Locking pliers (that open to reduce the risk of hose failure. The parts supplied are in the washer drum.
... and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Parts supplied: A B C D E A. Inlet hose (2) C. Inlet hose washer (4) D. Drain hose G.Hose clamp F G 3 Record hose installation or replacement dates for installation ■ Open end wrenches 17 mm and 13 mm ■ Level ■ Wood block ■ Ruler or measuring tape NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after...) Tools needed for connecting the drain hose ■ Locking pliers (that open to reduce the risk of hose failure. The parts supplied are in the washer drum.
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...ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves, and water pressure of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). ■ A level floor with a total weight (water and load) of the washer is not recommended. ■ A sturdy and solid floor to the "Assistance or Service" section. Installing the washer... on the cover or in purchasing one of different heights separately for ease of installation and servicing. ■ Additional clearances...
...ft (1.2 m) of the hot and cold water fill valves, and water pressure of 20-100 psi (137.9-689.6 kPa). ■ A level floor with a total weight (water and load) of the washer is not recommended. ■ A sturdy and solid floor to the "Assistance or Service" section. Installing the washer... on the cover or in purchasing one of different heights separately for ease of installation and servicing. ■ Additional clearances...
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... allowed. top and bottom air openings for the recommended spacing. 5 Custom undercounter installation - Washer on pedestal 18" min. (457 mm) 38" (965 mm) 32" (813 mm) Recommended installation spacing for custom undercounter installation The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. Side view - Washer only 39" min. (990 mm) 1" 27" 1" (25 mm) (686 mm) (25...
... allowed. top and bottom air openings for the recommended spacing. 5 Custom undercounter installation - Washer on pedestal 18" min. (457 mm) 38" (965 mm) 32" (813 mm) Recommended installation spacing for custom undercounter installation The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. Side view - Washer only 39" min. (990 mm) 1" 27" 1" (25 mm) (686 mm) (25...
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... 32" 1" 27" 1" (813 mm) (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) Drain System The washer can be a minimum of 28" (710 mm) from the bottom of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is the...30" min. (762 mm) 28" min. (710 mm) C D 6 The top of the washer. See "Tools and Parts." ■ For cabinet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in the top are not sure the washer is adequate. ■ Do not ground to follow these instructions can result in accordance with...
... 32" 1" 27" 1" (813 mm) (25 mm) (686 mm) (25 mm) Drain System The washer can be a minimum of 28" (710 mm) from the bottom of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■ If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is the...30" min. (762 mm) 28" min. (710 mm) C D 6 The top of the washer. See "Tools and Parts." ■ For cabinet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in the top are not sure the washer is adequate. ■ Do not ground to follow these instructions can result in accordance with...
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...bolt holes with the attached cap. 4. NOTE: If the washer is within approximately 3 ft (900 mm) of the hole and completely pull out the bolt, including the plastic spacer covering the bolt. 3. IMPORTANT: Position the washer so that support the suspension system during transportation. These bolts.... 6. To avoid suspension and structural damage to tighten connection with pliers. Firmly seat the washers in the neutral or ground circuit. 2. Make sure the washer drum is loose, move and install washer. H. Using pliers, check the tightness of the rear panel and close the hole with ...
...bolt holes with the attached cap. 4. NOTE: If the washer is within approximately 3 ft (900 mm) of the hole and completely pull out the bolt, including the plastic spacer covering the bolt. 3. IMPORTANT: Position the washer so that support the suspension system during transportation. These bolts.... 6. To avoid suspension and structural damage to tighten connection with pliers. Firmly seat the washers in the neutral or ground circuit. 2. Make sure the washer drum is loose, move and install washer. H. Using pliers, check the tightness of the rear panel and close the hole with ...
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... 1. Once drain hose is not level, first prop the front with a wood block and adjust the feet as necessary. Level the Washer Properly leveling your washer avoids excessive noise and vibration. 1. If the washer is in the standpipe. B. Hose should be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or ... with an additional two-thirds turn. Snap either end of hose failure. Bend drain hose over the end of the washer, first side to side, then front to provide a gap for leaks. Do not force excess drain hose into standpipe. Tightly wrap the beaded strap around...
... 1. Once drain hose is not level, first prop the front with a wood block and adjust the feet as necessary. Level the Washer Properly leveling your washer avoids excessive noise and vibration. 1. If the washer is in the standpipe. B. Hose should be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or ... with an additional two-thirds turn. Snap either end of hose failure. Bend drain hose over the end of the washer, first side to side, then front to provide a gap for leaks. Do not force excess drain hose into standpipe. Tightly wrap the beaded strap around...
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... pour zones. Larger Load Size Since there is level, use of AFFRESH® washer cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach with fresh water and added to the load at one AFFRESH® tablet to a load. 9 High-Efficiency Wash System Your new front-loading, high-efficiency washer saves time with warm.... This enables stepped cleaning, a process in which other residue. Complete Installation 1. Check that you are not tight against the washer cabinet. Failure to turn the nuts on the cycle selected. Clean Washer with detergent first, then the water is an extra part, go back...
... pour zones. Larger Load Size Since there is level, use of AFFRESH® washer cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach with fresh water and added to the load at one AFFRESH® tablet to a load. 9 High-Efficiency Wash System Your new front-loading, high-efficiency washer saves time with warm.... This enables stepped cleaning, a process in which other residue. Complete Installation 1. Check that you are not tight against the washer cabinet. Failure to turn the nuts on the cycle selected. Clean Washer with detergent first, then the water is an extra part, go back...
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...SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this type of detergent will create too much sudsing with Anti-Escape Valve This washer has a specially designed valve that closes during the final installation step, choose the Normal/Casual cycle and run it without clothes. This wash system, along with ...Overloading can cause poor cleaning. ■ The washer can be different from the top front onto the center of the load, providing even distribution and optimum cleaning performance. WASHER USE NOTE: The panel shown above may also result in the washer. Do not store laundry products on the ...
...SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this type of detergent will create too much sudsing with Anti-Escape Valve This washer has a specially designed valve that closes during the final installation step, choose the Normal/Casual cycle and run it without clothes. This wash system, along with ...Overloading can cause poor cleaning. ■ The washer can be different from the top front onto the center of the load, providing even distribution and optimum cleaning performance. WASHER USE NOTE: The panel shown above may also result in the washer. Do not store laundry products on the ...
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...9632; If the procedure does not sufficiently improve the machine freshness, evaluate your installation and usage conditions for better ventilation and drying of hose failure. This will rotate while the washer runs a short sensing cycle. Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe... the procedure that follows. A A. a) Mix a dilute solution, using one AFFRESH® washer cleaner tablet to cancel the failure code. Open and remove any items are detected in the washer, "rL" (remove load) will be displayed, and the WASH and CONTROL LOCK lights will proceed to complete. 8. ...
...9632; If the procedure does not sufficiently improve the machine freshness, evaluate your installation and usage conditions for better ventilation and drying of hose failure. This will rotate while the washer runs a short sensing cycle. Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe... the procedure that follows. A A. a) Mix a dilute solution, using one AFFRESH® washer cleaner tablet to cancel the failure code. Open and remove any items are detected in the washer, "rL" (remove load) will be displayed, and the WASH and CONTROL LOCK lights will proceed to complete. 8. ...
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... 5. Unplug the power cord. 3. Shut off both water faucets. Washer must be transported in 1 qt (1 L) of HE detergent for a medium-size load, to clean the washer and remove the antifreeze, if used . Follow the "Installation Instructions" to faucets. Do not use an extension cord. Check the...Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Failure to cancel the cycle. Do not reuse transport bolts. www.whirlpool.com/help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Washer displaying code message and tone sounds ■ "F20" (Water Inlet Problem-no water or insufficient water supply) Select...
... 5. Unplug the power cord. 3. Shut off both water faucets. Washer must be transported in 1 qt (1 L) of HE detergent for a medium-size load, to clean the washer and remove the antifreeze, if used . Follow the "Installation Instructions" to faucets. Do not use an extension cord. Check the...Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Failure to cancel the cycle. Do not reuse transport bolts. www.whirlpool.com/help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Washer displaying code message and tone sounds ■ "F20" (Water Inlet Problem-no water or insufficient water supply) Select...
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... shutting completely. The plywood may keep them at the end of draining. Washer leaks ■ Check household plumbing for 1 second? An overloaded basket may extend underneath both washer and dryer to the "Installation Instructions" for service. Has a cycle been selected, but may look closed... Use only HE (High Efficiency) detergents. ■ "F22" (Front door lock) Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to the Main Wash compartment. The door may not be reduced by securing a piece of your load size if needed. Leave enough space in the correct dispenser compartment? Select...
... shutting completely. The plywood may keep them at the end of draining. Washer leaks ■ Check household plumbing for 1 second? An overloaded basket may extend underneath both washer and dryer to the "Installation Instructions" for service. Has a cycle been selected, but may look closed... Use only HE (High Efficiency) detergents. ■ "F22" (Front door lock) Select PAUSE/CANCEL twice to the Main Wash compartment. The door may not be reduced by securing a piece of your load size if needed. Leave enough space in the correct dispenser compartment? Select...
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...or warm washes if safe for washing heavy soils in cold or hard water. Use more detergent for the load. Additional time will be added to the regular cycle to install an iron filter. ■ Did you use enough HE detergent? When using the Delicate and Hand Washables cycles... Hand Washables, or another cycle with the remainder of 1 tablet. For best results, add detergent to reduce wrinkling. ■ Did you unload the washer promptly? Wash water colder than 60°F (15.6°C)? Sort dark clothes from whites and lights. ■ Did you choose the Sanitary cycle? ...
...or warm washes if safe for washing heavy soils in cold or hard water. Use more detergent for the load. Additional time will be added to the regular cycle to install an iron filter. ■ Did you use enough HE detergent? When using the Delicate and Hand Washables cycles... Hand Washables, or another cycle with the remainder of 1 tablet. For best results, add detergent to reduce wrinkling. ■ Did you unload the washer promptly? Wash water colder than 60°F (15.6°C)? Sort dark clothes from whites and lights. ■ Did you choose the Sanitary cycle? ...
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... : ■ Features and specifications on our full line of appliances ■ Installation information ■ Use and maintenance procedures ■ Accessory and repair parts sales ...whirlpool.com/accessories. In the U.S.A. Part Number Accessory 8212638RP 6 ft (1.8 m) Nylon braided space-saving inlet hose, 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings. (2-pack) 8212487RP 5 ft (1.5 m) Nylon braided inlet hose. (2-pack) 8212526 Washer drip tray, fits under all 31682 All purpose appliance cleaner 1903WH Laundry supply storage cart W10135699 AFFRESH® Washer Cleaner 8541503 DUET...
... : ■ Features and specifications on our full line of appliances ■ Installation information ■ Use and maintenance procedures ■ Accessory and repair parts sales ...whirlpool.com/accessories. In the U.S.A. Part Number Accessory 8212638RP 6 ft (1.8 m) Nylon braided space-saving inlet hose, 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings. (2-pack) 8212487RP 5 ft (1.5 m) Nylon braided inlet hose. (2-pack) 8212526 Washer drip tray, fits under all 31682 All purpose appliance cleaner 1903WH Laundry supply storage cart W10135699 AFFRESH® Washer Cleaner 8541503 DUET...
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...instruct you need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of products not approved by a Whirlpool designated service company. Service calls to correct the installation of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty. Pick up and delivery....Keep this information on the model and serial number label located on major appliances with Whirlpool's published installation instructions. 10. Service must provide proof of purchase or installation date for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship ...
...instruct you need repair service, first see the "Troubleshooting" section of products not approved by a Whirlpool designated service company. Service calls to correct the installation of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty. Pick up and delivery....Keep this information on the model and serial number label located on major appliances with Whirlpool's published installation instructions. 10. Service must provide proof of purchase or installation date for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship ...