Installation Instructions
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...-blue steel couplings (2 pack) 6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to toll-free phone... to toll-free numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide. Beaded tie strap Drain hose with clamp Inlet hoses with flat washers To order, please refer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your...
...-blue steel couplings (2 pack) 6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to toll-free phone... to toll-free numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide. Beaded tie strap Drain hose with clamp Inlet hoses with flat washers To order, please refer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your...
Installation Instructions
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... electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of 315 lbs (143 kgs). Floor standpipe drain system IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need a sump pump system. Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for installation with water and load) of...valves on the sides. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. n Floor must install higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of washer. This washer has been tested for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). If a closet door or louvered door is not recommended. Minimum siphon break: 28" ...
... electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of 315 lbs (143 kgs). Floor standpipe drain system IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need a sump pump system. Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for installation with water and load) of...valves on the sides. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. n Floor must install higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of washer. This washer has been tested for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). If a closet door or louvered door is not recommended. Minimum siphon break: 28" ...
Installation Instructions
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...Check with the sound shield to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time. 4 ...ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is equipped with local codes and ordinances. n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. n If...
...Check with the sound shield to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time. 4 ...ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is equipped with local codes and ordinances. n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. n If...
Installation Instructions
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... bottom of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with separate directions. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to move washer later. 4. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Be sure to... drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. Remove packing tray from tray. 3. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose ...
... bottom of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with separate directions. Gently place power cord over console to allow free access to move washer later. 4. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Be sure to... drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. Remove packing tray from tray. 3. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose ...
Installation Instructions
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...bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . A small amount of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. You may enter washer. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are only connecting to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds...will cross over each other when attached correctly. In most standard configurations, hoses will drain later. 6 Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must be connected to washer correctly. Screw coupling by hand until clear. 10. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for leaks Turn ...
...bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . A small amount of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. You may enter washer. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are only connecting to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds...will cross over each other when attached correctly. In most standard configurations, hoses will drain later. 6 Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must be connected to washer correctly. Screw coupling by hand until clear. 10. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for leaks Turn ...
Installation Instructions
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... standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of sides. Recheck levelness of washer Place level here Place level here If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open... hose to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to step 14. When washer is level, skip to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of front...
... standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of sides. Recheck levelness of washer Place level here Place level here If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open... hose to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to step 14. When washer is level, skip to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of front...
Installation Instructions
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... a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check that all parts are on washer. q Remove protective film from back of your tools. 16. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 Close lid. q Check that.... q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Dispose of/recycle all of washer. Select any tape remaining on . Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q To test and clean your...
... a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check that all parts are on washer. q Remove protective film from back of your tools. 16. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 Close lid. q Check that.... q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Dispose of/recycle all of washer. Select any tape remaining on . Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q To test and clean your...
Dimension Guide
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... than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer to change materials and specifications without notice. Add spacing of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for floor standpipe drain system. install no more space for ease of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to...
... than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer to change materials and specifications without notice. Add spacing of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for floor standpipe drain system. install no more space for ease of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to...
Energy Guide
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Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4850X* Cat. V1as9DYA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $15 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of Similar ...
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4850X* Cat. V1as9DYA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $15 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of Similar ...
Use & Care Guide
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... cleaning. The lower water level combined with Less Energy Choosing the Right Detergent First stage Second stage Your new Energy Star® qualified washer saves energy by -step description in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. You will be different kinds of the load to soak.... It may take several minutes before water is added. HE detergents are different from those of detergent to the load size - When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. This may also result in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. You will be marked "HE" or "...
... cleaning. The lower water level combined with Less Energy Choosing the Right Detergent First stage Second stage Your new Energy Star® qualified washer saves energy by -step description in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. You will be different kinds of the load to soak.... It may take several minutes before water is added. HE detergents are different from those of detergent to the load size - When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. This may also result in the "Cycle Status Lights" section. You will be marked "HE" or "...
Use & Care Guide
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... the garment label instructions, use short, slow spins to thoroughly wet the load. EXTRA RINSE This option can be cooler than a traditional top-load washer. • E ven in to cancel a cycle. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. See ...vary. 5 4 1 TEMPERATURE CONTROL Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water. NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may also come on the lid lock mechanism. This is working properly. The sensing process will start the selected cycle;...
... the garment label instructions, use short, slow spins to thoroughly wet the load. EXTRA RINSE This option can be cooler than a traditional top-load washer. • E ven in to cancel a cycle. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. See ...vary. 5 4 1 TEMPERATURE CONTROL Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water. NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may also come on the lid lock mechanism. This is working properly. The sensing process will start the selected cycle;...
Use & Care Guide
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...the cycle is normal for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will hear water enter the washer as the washer rinses and moves the load. This process will be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at different stages in ...sensing. The motor sounds may take several minutes if the load was selected. Avoid opening the lid during this stage of the second stage, the washer will hear the motor and agitator moving the load. The sensing process will hear the agitator rotate, followed by a several minutes, allowing the entire...
...the cycle is normal for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will hear water enter the washer as the washer rinses and moves the load. This process will be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at different stages in ...sensing. The motor sounds may take several minutes if the load was selected. Avoid opening the lid during this stage of the second stage, the washer will hear the motor and agitator moving the load. The sensing process will hear the agitator rotate, followed by a several minutes, allowing the entire...
Use & Care Guide
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...-level sensing process may take longer for some items than for lightly soiled mixed loads. This cycle features a spray rinse. The washer will absorb more water than other fabric types. This cycle features a spray rinse. Use this cycle for others because they will use...using fabric softener. Do not tightly pack basket. Select Fabric Softener Added-Yes if using fabric softener. Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Use this cycle to wet down the load before washing. Also use...
...-level sensing process may take longer for some items than for lightly soiled mixed loads. This cycle features a spray rinse. The washer will absorb more water than other fabric types. This cycle features a spray rinse. Use this cycle for others because they will use...using fabric softener. Do not tightly pack basket. Select Fabric Softener Added-Yes if using fabric softener. Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Use this cycle to wet down the load before washing. Also use...
Use & Care Guide
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... during washing. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your laundry 2. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of detergent to determine the ...amount of the washer basket, as well. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to use. ...
... during washing. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your laundry 2. Add a measured amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of detergent to determine the ...amount of the washer basket, as well. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to use. ...
Use & Care Guide
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Load laundry into washer. Try mixing different sized items to choose your load size. Do not use more information, see "Cycle Guide". Add fabric softener, if desired Load garments ... around basket wall. Pour a measured amount of fabric softener based on your wash cycle. Select cycle IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer 5. Liquid Chlorine Bleach Do not overfill, dilute, or use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in loose heaps evenly around the agitator; For best results...
Load laundry into washer. Try mixing different sized items to choose your load size. Do not use more information, see "Cycle Guide". Add fabric softener, if desired Load garments ... around basket wall. Pour a measured amount of fabric softener based on your wash cycle. Select cycle IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer 5. Liquid Chlorine Bleach Do not overfill, dilute, or use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in loose heaps evenly around the agitator; For best results...
Use & Care Guide
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... left open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments: Press START/Pause/Unlock; All rinses are using fabric softener, be sure to your previous washer provided. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. 9. Colors that bleed or fade... soils Cool Darks Warm water may be cooler than what your garments. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to start the wash cycle. You will be added to assist in ...
... left open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments: Press START/Pause/Unlock; All rinses are using fabric softener, be sure to your previous washer provided. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. 9. Colors that bleed or fade... soils Cool Darks Warm water may be cooler than what your garments. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to start the wash cycle. You will be added to assist in ...
Use & Care Guide
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...and remaining water. 3. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it will not freeze. WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it . If storing or moving , or not using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Put...inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on RINSE & SPIN cycle for 3 seconds to cancel the cycle. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge. Select BULKY ITEMS cycle and hot temperature. 5. Remove dispenser by grasping top with a ...
...and remaining water. 3. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it will not freeze. WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it . If storing or moving , or not using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Put...inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on RINSE & SPIN cycle for 3 seconds to cancel the cycle. Shut off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge. Select BULKY ITEMS cycle and hot temperature. 5. Remove dispenser by grasping top with a ...
Use & Care Guide
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... down front of detergent for a medium-size load. 11 Before using again, run washer through Casual Cycles REGULAR to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow Winter Storage Care directions before moving : 1. TRANSPORTING...
... down front of detergent for a medium-size load. 11 Before using again, run washer through Casual Cycles REGULAR to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow Winter Storage Care directions before moving : 1. TRANSPORTING...
Use & Care Guide
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...Water Leaks Check the following for normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/help - Both hoses must be out of water for some of the cabinet. Load could unbalance washer. Tighten fill-hose connection. Washer not loaded as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch against the ...and locked. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you have started the washer. Washer may be level. Do not tightly pack. Gurgling or humming Washer may not be draining water. It may splash off basket if washer is normal to splash off tub. Fill hose washers. Drain hose connection. Water...
...Water Leaks Check the following for normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/help - Both hoses must be out of water for some of the cabinet. Load could unbalance washer. Tighten fill-hose connection. Washer not loaded as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch against the ...and locked. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you have started the washer. Washer may be level. Do not tightly pack. Gurgling or humming Washer may not be draining water. It may splash off basket if washer is normal to splash off tub. Fill hose washers. Drain hose connection. Water...