Dimension Guide
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...installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required. Top of standpipe must be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. This washer has been tested for closet door ventilation openings which are for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Consider allowing more than ...required. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. Ref. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. W10240509B 01/...
...installed, top and bottom air openings in door are required. Top of standpipe must be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. This washer has been tested for closet door ventilation openings which are for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Consider allowing more than ...required. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 4.5" (113 mm) of 1" (25 mm) on the sides. Ref. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. W10240509B 01/...
Installation Instructions
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...Part Number 285835 Lint clogged drain Drain Protector Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for your washer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are ...27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. Install your Use and Care Guide. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n...
...Part Number 285835 Lint clogged drain Drain Protector Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for your washer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Optional tools: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for installation are ...27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. Install your Use and Care Guide. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. n 8212656RP n 8212641RP n 8212646RP n...
Installation Instructions
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...(with maximum slope of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C). IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more space for ease of washer to weather or in .2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for floor standpipe ... be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Secure drain hose with spacing of washer. Wall standpipe drain system 14" max. (356 mm) 17" (432 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) See requirements for closet door ventilation openings which...
...(with maximum slope of drain hose should be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C). IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more space for ease of washer to weather or in .2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for floor standpipe ... be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Secure drain hose with spacing of washer. Wall standpipe drain system 14" max. (356 mm) 17" (432 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) See requirements for closet door ventilation openings which...
Installation Instructions
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...to the instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. If a mating outlet is taped shut. 2. n Do not ground... to have a fuse in a fully upright position. Set washer upright. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is...
...to the instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. If a mating outlet is taped shut. 2. n Do not ground... to have a fuse in a fully upright position. Set washer upright. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is...
Installation Instructions
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... all parts from tub. Place drain hose in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose should be used. 5 Remove packing tray from rear panel... hose to free from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. NOTE: Keep tray in picture) or over side of laundry tub. You may need to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with separate directions. Gently place...
... all parts from tub. Place drain hose in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose should be used. 5 Remove packing tray from rear panel... hose to free from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. NOTE: Keep tray in picture) or over side of laundry tub. You may need to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with separate directions. Gently place...
Installation Instructions
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...risk of which hose is snug. Connect inlet hoses to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Use pliers to hot water faucet. Attach hot water hose to water faucets ... use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Repeat with a red ring. A small amount of water may need to inlet valves. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must be connected to washer correctly. Water should run until it is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to water faucets with new inlet hoses...
...risk of which hose is snug. Connect inlet hoses to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Use pliers to hot water faucet. Attach hot water hose to water faucets ... use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Repeat with a red ring. A small amount of water may need to inlet valves. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must be connected to washer correctly. Water should run until it is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to water faucets with new inlet hoses...
Installation Instructions
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... a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to raise the washer. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block... standpipe with floor. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Check levelness of washer. 12. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of front using lid...
... a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to raise the washer. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block... standpipe with floor. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Check levelness of washer. 12. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on top edges of front using lid...
Installation Instructions
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... Check that all packaging materials. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and ...pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts ...
... Check that all packaging materials. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and ...pour it into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts ...
Owners Manual
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... level for clothes to determine the amount of suds for the best performance. Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your previous washer. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. This is needed. You... will not see a washer basket full of your past agitator-style washer. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size-no water level selector is normal, and does not indicate...
... level for clothes to determine the amount of suds for the best performance. Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your previous washer. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. This is needed. You... will not see a washer basket full of your past agitator-style washer. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size-no water level selector is normal, and does not indicate...
Owners Manual
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... sensing light may change at the correct time in the cycle. You may be changed. Not all spin speeds are different from traditional washers. For best results and following the garment label instructions, use the soil level that is restarted. For most cycles. 4 FABRIC SOFTENER... done in short pulses to 3 minutes before locking again. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during a cycle. Rather than what your washer. This process may be selected if using fabric softener during sensing. TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected...
... sensing light may change at the correct time in the cycle. You may be changed. Not all spin speeds are different from traditional washers. For best results and following the garment label instructions, use the soil level that is restarted. For most cycles. 4 FABRIC SOFTENER... done in short pulses to 3 minutes before locking again. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during a cycle. Rather than what your washer. This process may be selected if using fabric softener during sensing. TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by the selected...
Owners Manual
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...cycle uses a higher, preset water level. This cycle features a spray rinse. The Eco Normal cycle allows you need to thoroughly clean the washer interior. 5 Also use cooler wash water temperatures than for others because they will fill with Affresh™ Hot/Cold High Extra Heavy Available ...to increase your energy savings compared to resume the cycle. Use this cycle to wash loads of no speed spin are needed in washer Clean Washer with enough water to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on the care label. Remove the ...
...cycle uses a higher, preset water level. This cycle features a spray rinse. The Eco Normal cycle allows you need to thoroughly clean the washer interior. 5 Also use cooler wash water temperatures than for others because they will fill with Affresh™ Hot/Cold High Extra Heavy Available ...to increase your energy savings compared to resume the cycle. Use this cycle to wash loads of no speed spin are needed in washer Clean Washer with enough water to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on the care label. Remove the ...
Owners Manual
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...lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. load them in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; Try mixing different ...• Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. USING YOUR WASHER 1. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to reduce tangling. Sort and prepare your garments.
...lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. load them in loose heaps evenly around the washplate; Try mixing different ...• Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. USING YOUR WASHER 1. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to reduce tangling. Sort and prepare your garments.
Owners Manual
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...cycle Turn cycle knob to immediately dispense into tray, always follow manufacturer's directions for a small amount of liquid fabric softener into washer. Using Laundry Product Dispensers 3. The package will cause fabric softener to choose your load size. Close dispenser drawer, then select... use more information, see "Control Panel". 7 It is closed completely, then press POWER to turn on washer 4. Press POWER to turn on the washer. 7. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to dispenser Fabric softener tray Add a measured...
...cycle Turn cycle knob to immediately dispense into tray, always follow manufacturer's directions for a small amount of liquid fabric softener into washer. Using Laundry Product Dispensers 3. The package will cause fabric softener to choose your load size. Close dispenser drawer, then select... use more information, see "Control Panel". 7 It is closed completely, then press POWER to turn on washer 4. Press POWER to turn on the washer. 7. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to dispenser Fabric softener tray Add a measured...
Owners Manual
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... select a cycle, the default settings for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Filling is delayed for that bleed or fade Light soils Press the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button to avoid odor, reduce ...to change the Temperature, Soil Level, and Spin Speed, if desired. Select cycle settings 10. Press START/Pause/Unlock to your previous washer provided. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to begin wash cycle Once you may take several minutes while...
... select a cycle, the default settings for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Filling is delayed for that bleed or fade Light soils Press the START/PAUSE/UNLOCK button to avoid odor, reduce ...to change the Temperature, Soil Level, and Spin Speed, if desired. Select cycle settings 10. Press START/Pause/Unlock to your previous washer provided. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to begin wash cycle Once you may take several minutes while...
Owners Manual
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...some water may find laundry product residue in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. To remove residue, follow this recommended monthly cleaning procedure: 1. Water will not freeze. Lift up any spills. 2. Press POWER. 5....chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. IMPORTANT: Dispenser trays are found. When replacing your dispenser trays. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of replacement on RINSE AND SPIN cycle for a...
...some water may find laundry product residue in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. To remove residue, follow this recommended monthly cleaning procedure: 1. Water will not freeze. Lift up any spills. 2. Press POWER. 5....chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. IMPORTANT: Dispenser trays are found. When replacing your dispenser trays. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of replacement on RINSE AND SPIN cycle for a...
Owners Manual
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...cord over lid and down front of washer. 4. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Flush water ...WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving : 1. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. Turn on both water faucets. Place packing tray from drain...
...cord over lid and down front of washer. 4. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Flush water ...WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving : 1. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. Turn on both water faucets. Place packing tray from drain...
Owners Manual
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... block pump. Tighten fill-hose connection. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. The added water lifts the load off basket if washer is normal to www.whirlpool.com/help for oversized, non-absorbent items such as comforters or poly-filled...water. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in washer drain system. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in less cleaning. 11 Empty pockets before water is on clothing such as metal...
... block pump. Tighten fill-hose connection. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. The added water lifts the load off basket if washer is normal to www.whirlpool.com/help for oversized, non-absorbent items such as comforters or poly-filled...water. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in washer drain system. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in less cleaning. 11 Empty pockets before water is on clothing such as metal...
Owners Manual
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...reduce suds. Washer may hear the hum of cycle. Washer may take 2 to run or fill, washer stops working or... must be closed for washer to 3 minutes before the water is normal. Normal washer operation. Do not add...hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Check for any blown fuses. Washer will pause during certain phases of the...started. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Both Hot and Cold...be tightly packed. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that the washer was unable to outlet....
...reduce suds. Washer may hear the hum of cycle. Washer may take 2 to run or fill, washer stops working or... must be closed for washer to 3 minutes before the water is normal. Normal washer operation. Do not add...hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Check for any blown fuses. Washer will pause during certain phases of the...started. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Both Hot and Cold...be tightly packed. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that the washer was unable to outlet....
Owners Manual
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...Both hot and cold water faucets must be rearranged to allow the washer to possibly avoid a service call. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from drain hose. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for your load. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin ...for assistance and to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than your previous washer. See "Using Your Washer" for correct drain hose...
...Both hot and cold water faucets must be rearranged to allow the washer to possibly avoid a service call. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from drain hose. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for your load. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin ...for assistance and to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than your previous washer. See "Using Your Washer" for correct drain hose...