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... 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in the top of your washer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (699 mm) ... sink, sump pump and connectors (available from local plumbing suppliers) 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to toll-free numbers on back page of the washer. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n 8212487RP n 8212638RP n 8212637RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose,...
... 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in the top of your washer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (699 mm) ... sink, sump pump and connectors (available from local plumbing suppliers) 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to toll-free numbers on back page of the washer. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n 8212545RP n 8212487RP n 8212638RP n 8212637RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose,...
Installation Guide
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... tie. 3 n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on back of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C). Top of standpipe must... install higher than 4.5" (114 mm) of wash tub. This washer has been tested for walls, doors, and floor moldings. You will be needed.) Laundry tub drain system 4.5" (114 mm) 39" (990 mm) Minimum...
... tie. 3 n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on back of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C). Top of standpipe must... install higher than 4.5" (114 mm) of wash tub. This washer has been tested for walls, doors, and floor moldings. You will be needed.) Laundry tub drain system 4.5" (114 mm) 39" (990 mm) Minimum...
Installation Guide
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...cardboard supports. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is required. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is taped shut. 2. n This washer is recommended. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the ... gas pipe. It is adequate. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3...
...cardboard supports. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is required. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is taped shut. 2. n This washer is recommended. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the ... gas pipe. It is adequate. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3...
Installation Guide
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... tray in place on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of laundry tub. You may need to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to step 6. For a laundry tub... or standpipe drain, go to back of washer. 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on the back of drain hose should be used. 5 Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow...
... tray in place on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of laundry tub. You may need to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to step 6. For a laundry tub... or standpipe drain, go to back of washer. 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on the back of drain hose should be used. 5 Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow...
Installation Guide
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...marked with second hose for future reference. Make note of the drain hose. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on washer. Check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn ... 7. Record hose installation or replacement dates for cold water faucet. Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only) 9. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to a cold water faucet, you are found. 11. Repeat this step with a red ring. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses ...
...marked with second hose for future reference. Make note of the drain hose. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on washer. Check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn ... 7. Record hose installation or replacement dates for cold water faucet. Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only) 9. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to a cold water faucet, you are found. 11. Repeat this step with a red ring. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses ...
Installation Guide
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... leveling feet Not Level LEVEL Not Level Jam nut On models with metal feet, use adjustable pliers to raise the washer. If washer is not level: On models with metal feet, when washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the plastic leveling foot ... needed. On models with plastic feet, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to make solid contact with cable tie. Place a level on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with plastic feet). HELPFUL TIP:...
... leveling feet Not Level LEVEL Not Level Jam nut On models with metal feet, use adjustable pliers to raise the washer. If washer is not level: On models with metal feet, when washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the plastic leveling foot ... needed. On models with plastic feet, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to make solid contact with cable tie. Place a level on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with plastic feet). HELPFUL TIP:...
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...into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts are on some models). q Read "Washer Care" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ...q Check electrical requirements. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on . q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check for ...
...into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts are on some models). q Read "Washer Care" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ...q Check electrical requirements. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on . q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check for ...
Dimension Guide
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... MODEL NUMBERS WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, WTW4880A, WTW4900A, WTW4910X, WTW5610X, WTW4800B, WTW4810B, WTW4850B, WTW4850X, WTW4900B Washer dimensions 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 14" max. (356 mm) 17" (432 mm) 48 ...
... MODEL NUMBERS WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, WTW4880A, WTW4900A, WTW4910X, WTW5610X, WTW4800B, WTW4810B, WTW4850B, WTW4850X, WTW4900B Washer dimensions 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 14" max. (356 mm) 17" (432 mm) 48 ...
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..., or laundry tub. Specifications subject to change without notice. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be provided. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. Dimensions are for a standpipe drain: 2" (51...285835), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be purchased separately. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. or...
..., or laundry tub. Specifications subject to change without notice. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be provided. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. Dimensions are for a standpipe drain: 2" (51...285835), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be purchased separately. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. or...
Use & Care Guide
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WASHER SAFETY 2
WASHER SAFETY 2
Use & Care Guide
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... cycle as the agitator tests for load balance. Spray Rinse Select cycles default to unlock. Sensing This washer will enter washer and then lock. IMPORTANT: • After the washer basket fills to check for load balance or moves the load. If filling stops with Softener to resume ...or 2 Rinses with the lid open the lid to add a garment after washer movement has stopped. Your new washer will hear water enter the washer as the washer allows time for details. When this light is blinking, the washer is off -balance load. If you must be opened . And, sometimes...
... cycle as the agitator tests for load balance. Spray Rinse Select cycles default to unlock. Sensing This washer will enter washer and then lock. IMPORTANT: • After the washer basket fills to check for load balance or moves the load. If filling stops with Softener to resume ...or 2 Rinses with the lid open the lid to add a garment after washer movement has stopped. Your new washer will hear water enter the washer as the washer allows time for details. When this light is blinking, the washer is off -balance load. If you must be opened . And, sometimes...
Use & Care Guide
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...of water for detailed descriptions of fabric and soils being washed. WASH You will begin until the lid has been closed when the washer is spinning, it may increase wrinkling and tangling. 2 WASH TEMP Wash Temp senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected ... lights for the entire rinse time. 4 CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4 6 5 Not all features and options are different from traditional washers. Knob does not advance during a cycle. press again to move the basket while filling. If the lid is normal. After draining and spinning out...
...of water for detailed descriptions of fabric and soils being washed. WASH You will begin until the lid has been closed when the washer is spinning, it may increase wrinkling and tangling. 2 WASH TEMP Wash Temp senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected ... lights for the entire rinse time. 4 CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4 6 5 Not all features and options are different from traditional washers. Knob does not advance during a cycle. press again to move the basket while filling. If the lid is normal. After draining and spinning out...
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...a spray rinse. This cycle uses a higher water level. Use with an empty wash tub. Use this cycle to thoroughly clean the inside of the washer. NOTE: If you need to wash: Cycle: Temperature*: Spin Speed: Cycle Details: Cottons, linens, and mixed garment loads Normal Light Cottons, linens...lid is paused. This cycle should not be sure to resume the cycle. High Use this cycle for cleaning the interior of your washer. See "Washer Care." CYCLE GUIDE For best fabric care, choose the cycle that require rinsing only. IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items ...
...a spray rinse. This cycle uses a higher water level. Use with an empty wash tub. Use this cycle to thoroughly clean the inside of the washer. NOTE: If you need to wash: Cycle: Temperature*: Spin Speed: Cycle Details: Cottons, linens, and mixed garment loads Normal Light Cottons, linens...lid is paused. This cycle should not be sure to resume the cycle. High Use this cycle for cleaning the interior of your washer. See "Washer Care." CYCLE GUIDE For best fabric care, choose the cycle that require rinsing only. IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items ...
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... colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Add a measured of amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Sort and prepare your garments. Separate lint-takers from lint-givers. USING YOUR...
... colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Add a measured of amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Sort and prepare your garments. Separate lint-takers from lint-givers. USING YOUR...
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... max fill line arrows. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around basket wall. Try mixing different sized items to start the washer. 6. Add liquid chlorine bleach to Wash Load During the final rinse, wait until liquid reaches the underside of liquid fabric softener into... and press the START/Pause button again to reduce tangling. MAX FILL Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause button to 1 Rinse with Softener or 2 Rinses with liquid chlorine bleach. IMPORTANT: Rinse option must ...
... max fill line arrows. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around basket wall. Try mixing different sized items to start the washer. 6. Add liquid chlorine bleach to Wash Load During the final rinse, wait until liquid reaches the underside of liquid fabric softener into... and press the START/Pause button again to reduce tangling. MAX FILL Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause button to 1 Rinse with Softener or 2 Rinses with liquid chlorine bleach. IMPORTANT: Rinse option must ...
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...When replacing your load. Select WASH TEMP Select the desired cycle options. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. the lid will light. Small will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Ex Large will be added ...cuts, wear, or leaks are tap cold. Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics Hot Some cold water is left open the lid to move freely. 8. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after cycle has completed to reduce the risk of the Fabric Softener options. 10. If you are using...
...When replacing your load. Select WASH TEMP Select the desired cycle options. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. the lid will light. Small will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Ex Large will be added ...cuts, wear, or leaks are tap cold. Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics Hot Some cold water is left open the lid to move freely. 8. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after cycle has completed to reduce the risk of the Fabric Softener options. 10. If you are using...
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...completely before moving. 3. Use an allpurpose surface cleaner, if needed. If storing or moving , or not using your washer for a period of using your washer, you run washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for cleaning the inside of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. Shut off both water... start the cycle. e. Do not attempt to use abrasive products. c. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Keep lid taped until washer is recommended above , and use more liquid chlorine bleach than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at its Best 1. Use...
...completely before moving. 3. Use an allpurpose surface cleaner, if needed. If storing or moving , or not using your washer for a period of using your washer, you run washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for cleaning the inside of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. Shut off both water... start the cycle. e. Do not attempt to use abrasive products. c. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Keep lid taped until washer is recommended above , and use more liquid chlorine bleach than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at its Best 1. Use...
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...inlet hoses. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount of plywood under your washer will reduce sound. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for service to... remove items. It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with floor, and washer must be necessary to operate ...
...inlet hoses. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount of plywood under your washer will reduce sound. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for service to... remove items. It is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with floor, and washer must be necessary to operate ...
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... to possibly avoid a service call. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing. 11 If you experience Possible Causes Solution Water Leaks ...(cont.) Check the following for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as expected Washer won't run ....
... to possibly avoid a service call. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing. 11 If you experience Possible Causes Solution Water Leaks ...(cont.) Check the following for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as expected Washer won't run ....
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... tightly packed or unbalanced. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed. Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for your garment. Reduce tangling by mixing types of garments being selection. Select the Drain & Spin cycle to possibly...
... tightly packed or unbalanced. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed. Energy saving controlled wash temperatures. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for your garment. Reduce tangling by mixing types of garments being selection. Select the Drain & Spin cycle to possibly...
