Installation Instructions
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...(available from local plumbing suppliers) 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to toll-free numbers on back page of the washer. Tools needed: Parts needed: (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 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your washer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in the top of your Use and Care Guide. Beaded tie strap Drain hose with clamp Inlet hoses with...
...(available from local plumbing suppliers) 1" (25 mm) standpipe 2" (51 mm) diameter to toll-free numbers on back page of the washer. Tools needed: Parts needed: (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 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your washer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in the top of your Use and Care Guide. Beaded tie strap Drain hose with clamp Inlet hoses with...
Installation Instructions
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...2" (51 mm). Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for winterizing information. Top of standpipe must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of washer. Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m), you will need a sump pump system. If a closet door or louvered door ...drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). n A level floor with water and load) of 0" (0 mm) clearance on the sides. Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in .2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for ...
...2" (51 mm). Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for winterizing information. Top of standpipe must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of washer. Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m), you will need a sump pump system. If a closet door or louvered door ...drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). n A level floor with water and load) of 0" (0 mm) clearance on the sides. Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in .2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for ...
Installation Instructions
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...recommended. n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is necessary to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. ... for proper operation and to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is adequate. it at this appliance be in accordance with the sound shield to a gas pipe. n...
...recommended. n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is necessary to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. ... for proper operation and to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is adequate. it at this appliance be in accordance with the sound shield to a gas pipe. n...
Installation Instructions
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... clamp with clamp. Place drain hose in Step 7. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to free from tub. You may need to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over end as shown in standpipe Drain hose form... drain port and secure with pliers and slide black elbow end of drain hose should be used. 5 3. Be sure to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. See "Tools and Parts". 6. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in place...
... clamp with clamp. Place drain hose in Step 7. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to free from tub. You may need to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over end as shown in standpipe Drain hose form... drain port and secure with pliers and slide black elbow end of drain hose should be used. 5 3. Be sure to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. See "Tools and Parts". 6. do not force excess hose into standpipe (shown in place...
Installation Instructions
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...water to help in attaching hoses to check for leaks. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to washer correctly. Record hose installation or replacement dates for leaks Turn on valve when attaching to water faucets with new inlet hoses with second hose...a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with cold water inlet valve. A small amount of which hose is snug. You may enter washer. Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you must use old hoses. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of water may need to tighten couplings an ...
...water to help in attaching hoses to check for leaks. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to washer correctly. Record hose installation or replacement dates for leaks Turn on valve when attaching to water faucets with new inlet hoses with second hose...a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with cold water inlet valve. A small amount of which hose is snug. You may enter washer. Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you must use old hoses. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of water may need to tighten couplings an ...
Installation Instructions
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...sure all four feet make solid contact with beaded tie strap. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on top edges of washer and repeat as shown. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor.... feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to prop up front of front using lid, as needed. Check levelness of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Recheck levelness of washer. Rock washer back and forth to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block...
...sure all four feet make solid contact with beaded tie strap. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on top edges of washer and repeat as shown. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor.... feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to prop up front of front using lid, as needed. Check levelness of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Recheck levelness of washer. Rock washer back and forth to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block...
Installation Instructions
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...was skipped. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through ... that you have all of /recycle all parts are on. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Dispose of your Washer User Instructions. q Check that all packaging materials. Select any tape remaining on some models). Close lid. 16. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet...
...was skipped. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through ... that you have all of /recycle all parts are on. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Dispose of your Washer User Instructions. q Check that all packaging materials. Select any tape remaining on some models). Close lid. 16. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet...
Use & Care Guide
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WASHER SAFETY 2
WASHER SAFETY 2
Use & Care Guide
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...begin the sensing process to determine the correct water level for clothes to soak. 3 First stage Second stage Your new Energy Star® qualified washer saves energy by -step description in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. For example, you may hear nothing at the beginning of the ... it evenly around the basket wall. During the first stage of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will create too much sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it is normal for the best performance. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. There will...
...begin the sensing process to determine the correct water level for clothes to soak. 3 First stage Second stage Your new Energy Star® qualified washer saves energy by -step description in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. For example, you may hear nothing at the beginning of the ... it evenly around the basket wall. During the first stage of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will create too much sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it is normal for the best performance. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. There will...
Use & Care Guide
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...water will start the selected cycle; These sensing spins may take 2 to 3 minutes before locking again, this process may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. 2 OPTIONS The following the garment label instructions, use short, slow spins to the load, and resume adding water....the load size. You will hear a click, the basket will first perform a self-test on all features and options are different from traditional washers. The washer will use the warmest wash water safe for 3 seconds to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 3 2 1...
...water will start the selected cycle; These sensing spins may take 2 to 3 minutes before locking again, this process may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. 2 OPTIONS The following the garment label instructions, use short, slow spins to the load, and resume adding water....the load size. You will hear a click, the basket will first perform a self-test on all features and options are different from traditional washers. The washer will use the warmest wash water safe for 3 seconds to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 3 2 1...
Use & Care Guide
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... based on . Avoid opening the lid during this stage of the second stage, the washer will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. CYCLE GUIDE For best fabric care, choose the cycle that the lid... more water than for others because they will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. For cycles that use the extra rinse option, you will hear the... sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is normal for tough stains and soils. This cycle features a spray rinse. It is restarted. During...
... based on . Avoid opening the lid during this stage of the second stage, the washer will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. CYCLE GUIDE For best fabric care, choose the cycle that the lid... more water than for others because they will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. For cycles that use the extra rinse option, you will hear the... sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is normal for tough stains and soils. This cycle features a spray rinse. It is restarted. During...
Use & Care Guide
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...this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with an empty wash tub. Use this cycle to wash lightly-soiled loads of 2-3 items that are needed in stains on all ...of set in a hurry. Combines a rinse and high speed spin for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Place small items in washer Clean Washer with enough water to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on fabric type. Also use for loads that best...
...this cycle every 30 washes to keep the inside of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with an empty wash tub. Use this cycle to wash lightly-soiled loads of 2-3 items that are needed in stains on all ...of set in a hurry. Combines a rinse and high speed spin for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Place small items in washer Clean Washer with enough water to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on fabric type. Also use for loads that best...
Use & Care Guide
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...laundry packet • Empty pockets. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Add a measured amount of the washer basket, as well. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing ...heat can set stains into the bottom of detergent to avoid pilling. IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. • Use mesh ...
...laundry packet • Empty pockets. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Add a measured amount of the washer basket, as well. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing ...heat can set stains into the bottom of detergent to avoid pilling. IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. • Use mesh ...
Use & Care Guide
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For best results, do not pack the load tightly. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer 5. Items need to choose your load size. Select cycle Liquid Chlorine Bleach Do not overfill, dilute, or use color-safe bleach or Oxi products ... by filling the dispenser with liquid chlorine bleach. Then select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. For more than 1 cup (250 mL). Load laundry into washer. See max fill line arrows. Try mixing different sized items to dispenser Pour a measured amount of the rim. Add liquid chlorine bleach to reduce tangling...
For best results, do not pack the load tightly. IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer 5. Items need to choose your load size. Select cycle Liquid Chlorine Bleach Do not overfill, dilute, or use color-safe bleach or Oxi products ... by filling the dispenser with liquid chlorine bleach. Then select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. For more than 1 cup (250 mL). Load laundry into washer. See max fill line arrows. Try mixing different sized items to dispenser Pour a measured amount of the rim. Add liquid chlorine bleach to reduce tangling...
Use & Care Guide
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... options. Filling is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to save energy. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This is added to check for higher water level than other cycles, which can be cooler than what your faucet. 7. ...dissolve detergents. the lid will light. If lid is sensed. Select Temperature 8. If your tap cold water is the temperature from your previous washer provided. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you select a cycle, select the desired wash temperature by turning the Temperature knob to select ...
... options. Filling is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to save energy. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This is added to check for higher water level than other cycles, which can be cooler than what your faucet. 7. ...dissolve detergents. the lid will light. If lid is sensed. Select Temperature 8. If your tap cold water is the temperature from your previous washer provided. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you select a cycle, select the desired wash temperature by turning the Temperature knob to select ...
Use & Care Guide
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...the bleach compartment. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are not removable. Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer Read these instructions completely before or after 5 years of use more liquid chlorine bleach than in undesirable odor. 2. U se warm and hot... provide rinsing at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, to wipe away any spills. The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below . If cycle must be interrupted, press POWER/CANCEL. (For models with no Power/Cancel button, press and hold...
...the bleach compartment. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are not removable. Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer Read these instructions completely before or after 5 years of use more liquid chlorine bleach than in undesirable odor. 2. U se warm and hot... provide rinsing at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, to wipe away any spills. The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below . If cycle must be interrupted, press POWER/CANCEL. (For models with no Power/Cancel button, press and hold...
Use & Care Guide
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... Plug in new location. If storing or moving : 1. Disconnect drain from back of washer. If you are home. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving during...system and drain any remaining water into a pan or bucket. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer. 4. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount of detergent for a period of R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage...
... Plug in new location. If storing or moving : 1. Disconnect drain from back of washer. If you are home. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving during...system and drain any remaining water into a pan or bucket. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer. 4. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount of detergent for a period of R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage...
Use & Care Guide
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...could fall between basket and tub or may be tight against the basket. www.whirlpool.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in this Use and Care Guide. See "Level the Washer" in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Check that inlet valve screens have ... drainpipe. Sensing spins will reduce sound. Water may be unbalanced. for normal operating sounds, go to the washer. It is added to www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you have water flowing to fill appropriately) Check for proper water supply. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the ...
...could fall between basket and tub or may be tight against the basket. www.whirlpool.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in this Use and Care Guide. See "Level the Washer" in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Check that inlet valve screens have ... drainpipe. Sensing spins will reduce sound. Water may be unbalanced. for normal operating sounds, go to the washer. It is added to www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you have water flowing to fill appropriately) Check for proper water supply. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the ...
Use & Care Guide
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... and follow detergent directions based on (indicating that the washer was unable to be closed for proper installation. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Do not interrupt cycle. Only use... detergent. Load may have been caught in the basket. See "Using Your Washer" for your load requirements. Too much HE detergent. Remove any blown fuses. www.whirlpool.com/help - Normal washer operation. Ensure there is normal. In U.S.A. Lid must be rearranged to spin...
... and follow detergent directions based on (indicating that the washer was unable to be closed for proper installation. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Do not interrupt cycle. Only use... detergent. Load may have been caught in the basket. See "Using Your Washer" for your load requirements. Too much HE detergent. Remove any blown fuses. www.whirlpool.com/help - Normal washer operation. Ensure there is normal. In U.S.A. Lid must be rearranged to spin...
Use & Care Guide
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... the selected cycle. See "Using Your Washer" section. however, items will be attached to both washer and faucet, and have water flowing to the inlet valve. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Check for proper... water supply. This includes cooler hot and warm washes. Inlet valve screens on load after washer has started . Always measure detergent ...
... the selected cycle. See "Using Your Washer" section. however, items will be attached to both washer and faucet, and have water flowing to the inlet valve. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Check for proper... water supply. This includes cooler hot and warm washes. Inlet valve screens on load after washer has started . Always measure detergent ...
