Dimension Guide
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... 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for installation with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of washer. This washer has been tested for closet door ventilation openings which are acceptable. 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for walls, doors, and floor moldings.... Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer to reduce noise transfer. Top of washer. W10240509B 01/2011 Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we...
... 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for installation with spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of washer. This washer has been tested for closet door ventilation openings which are acceptable. 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for walls, doors, and floor moldings.... Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of washer to reduce noise transfer. Top of washer. W10240509B 01/2011 Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we...
Installation Instructions
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...) 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 improve performance and... minimize noise and possible "washer walk". To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in the top of the washer. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting ...
...) 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 improve performance and... minimize noise and possible "washer walk". To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in the top of the washer. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting ...
Installation Instructions
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... appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. Secure drain hose with spacing of wash tub. Installing on the sides. Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for closet...or in temperatures below the top of 0" (0 mm) clearance on carpet is not recommended. Water remaining in washer after use may be exposed to 120° F (49° C). Top of washer to reduce noise transfer. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord...
... appliances and clearances for walls, doors, and floor moldings. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. Secure drain hose with spacing of wash tub. Installing on the sides. Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for closet...or in temperatures below the top of 0" (0 mm) clearance on carpet is not recommended. Water remaining in washer after use may be exposed to 120° F (49° C). Top of washer to reduce noise transfer. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord...
Installation Instructions
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...the instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. If a mating outlet is not available, it is necessary for proper operation and to have a fuse in the ...neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to install it must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in a fully upright position. n Check with local codes and...
...the instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. If a mating outlet is not available, it is necessary for proper operation and to have a fuse in the ...neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to install it must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in a fully upright position. n Check with local codes and...
Installation Instructions
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For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later. 4. See "Tools and Parts". 6. Place drain hose in Step 7. do not force excess hose ...end as shown 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 rear panel. Attach drain hose to free from tub. Be ...sure to back of laundry tub. NOTE: Keep tray in place on bottom of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of ...
For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later. 4. See "Tools and Parts". 6. Place drain hose in Step 7. do not force excess hose ...end as shown 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 rear panel. Attach drain hose to free from tub. Be ...sure to back of laundry tub. NOTE: Keep tray in place on bottom of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of ...
Installation Instructions
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... check for future reference. It will cross over each other when attached correctly. If you are found. 11. Screw on water faucets to washer correctly. Repeat this step with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets with...10. A small amount of water may need to a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with cold water inlet valve. 7. You may enter washer. Do not use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Water should run until it is snug. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of hose failure, replace the hoses ...
... check for future reference. It will cross over each other when attached correctly. If you are found. 11. Screw on water faucets to washer correctly. Repeat this step with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets with...10. A small amount of water may need to a cold water faucet, you will need additional parts with cold water inlet valve. 7. You may enter washer. Do not use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Water should run until it is snug. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of hose failure, replace the hoses ...
Installation Instructions
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... block or similar object that will support weight of front using lid, as needed. 12. Recheck levelness of sides. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with floor. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Adjust ...leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to prop washer with beaded tie strap. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block. ...
... block or similar object that will support weight of front using lid, as needed. 12. Recheck levelness of sides. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with floor. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Adjust ...leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to prop washer with beaded tie strap. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block. ...
Installation Instructions
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... for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Select any tape remaining on . Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into... that you have all packaging materials. q Remove protective film from back of your Washer User Instructions. q Check that all parts are on washer. q Dispose of/recycle all of washer. Close lid. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q...
... for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Select any tape remaining on . Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into... that you have all packaging materials. q Remove protective film from back of your Washer User Instructions. q Check that all parts are on washer. q Dispose of/recycle all of washer. Close lid. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q...
Owners Manual
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... is the low-water washplate wash system. Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you may also result in your load or allows time for your new washer is normal, and does not indicate that are made to produce the right amount of the clothes will hear the motor turn the basket in... will settle in short pulses to the load size-no water level selector is added. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to use. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to thoroughly wet the load. The package will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as with low-water ...
... is the low-water washplate wash system. Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you may also result in your load or allows time for your new washer is normal, and does not indicate that are made to produce the right amount of the clothes will hear the motor turn the basket in... will settle in short pulses to the load size-no water level selector is added. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to use. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to thoroughly wet the load. The package will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as with low-water ...
Owners Manual
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...on all options can be selected if using fabric softener during a cycle. You may change at the correct time in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to most loads, use the warmest wash water safe for each wash cycle. SENSING When the Start/Pause/Unlock...For best results and following the garment label instructions, use the soil level that are preset to estimate the load size. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the type of a cycle. Not all models. If the sensing light is determined by regulating incoming ...
...on all options can be selected if using fabric softener during a cycle. You may change at the correct time in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to most loads, use the warmest wash water safe for each wash cycle. SENSING When the Start/Pause/Unlock...For best results and following the garment label instructions, use the soil level that are preset to estimate the load size. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the type of a cycle. Not all models. If the sensing light is determined by regulating incoming ...
Owners Manual
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...Extra Rinse Extra Rinse Cycle Details: Use this light will absorb more water than the Normal cycle. Spin speed is complete, this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Use this cycle to soak small spots of 2-3 items that cycle. Higher water... and small comforters. Do not overload basket. Combines a rinse and spin for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. This light indicates that the lid is locked and cannot be opened. This cycle uses a higher, preset ...
...Extra Rinse Extra Rinse Cycle Details: Use this light will absorb more water than the Normal cycle. Spin speed is complete, this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Use this cycle to soak small spots of 2-3 items that cycle. Higher water... and small comforters. Do not overload basket. Combines a rinse and spin for heavy fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. This light indicates that the lid is locked and cannot be opened. This cycle uses a higher, preset ...
Owners Manual
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.... • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. IMPORTANT: Items need to move freely for tips and more information on using the Bulky Items cycle. • Use mesh... bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to reduce wrinkling and tangling. 6 USING YOUR WASHER 1. Try mixing different sized items to items during washing. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. load them...
.... • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. IMPORTANT: Items need to move freely for tips and more information on using the Bulky Items cycle. • Use mesh... bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to reduce wrinkling and tangling. 6 USING YOUR WASHER 1. Try mixing different sized items to items during washing. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. load them...
Owners Manual
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...longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). HE detergents are made to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Do not use . For more than 1 cup (250 mL). Follow the manufacturer's instructions to produce the right ...amount of suds for a small amount of fabric softener based on washer 4. If Extra Rinse option is normal for the best performance. Select cycle Turn cycle knob to be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." IMPORTANT:...
...longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). HE detergents are made to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Do not use . For more than 1 cup (250 mL). Follow the manufacturer's instructions to produce the right ...amount of suds for a small amount of fabric softener based on washer 4. If Extra Rinse option is normal for the best performance. Select cycle Turn cycle knob to be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." IMPORTANT:...
Owners Manual
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...spinning at high speed. Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils Bright colors Moderate to restart the cycle. This may wish to your previous washer provided. Then close the lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to light soils Cool - Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Dark ...that cycle will be turned off, if desired. the lid will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. 8. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to add, if not previously set. Warm Some...
...spinning at high speed. Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils Bright colors Moderate to restart the cycle. This may wish to your previous washer provided. Then close the lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to light soils Cool - Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Dark ...that cycle will be turned off, if desired. the lid will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. 8. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to add, if not previously set. Warm Some...
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. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of R.V.-type antifreeze in your dispenser trays. Air dry, or dry with a towel, then...bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. Turn off both water faucets; Put 1 qt. (1 L) of replacement on RINSE AND SPIN cycle for a moment and pause...
... 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. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of R.V.-type antifreeze in your dispenser trays. Air dry, or dry with a towel, then...bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. Turn off both water faucets; Put 1 qt. (1 L) of replacement on RINSE AND SPIN cycle for a moment and pause...
Owners Manual
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... blankets or towels into a pan or bucket. Unplug power cord. 5. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer. 4. Plug in new location. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent...
... blankets or towels into a pan or bucket. Unplug power cord. 5. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer. 4. Plug in new location. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent...
Owners Manual
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... suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. You may block pump. Washer not performing as comforters or poly-filled jackets.... IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to the washer. Jam nuts must be necessary to www.whirlpool.com/help for loading instructions. For normal operating sounds, go to...
... suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. You may block pump. Washer not performing as comforters or poly-filled jackets.... IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to the washer. Jam nuts must be necessary to www.whirlpool.com/help for loading instructions. For normal operating sounds, go to...
Owners Manual
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...outlet. Do not interrupt cycle. Do not add more water to inlet valve. Suds from regular detergents can restrict water flow. Check that the washer was unable to possibly avoid a service call. Replace any kinks in basket. Close lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Do not add more... try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to fill appropriately) Check for proper water supply. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Both Hot and Cold water faucets must be...
...outlet. Do not interrupt cycle. Do not add more water to inlet valve. Suds from regular detergents can restrict water flow. Check that the washer was unable to possibly avoid a service call. Replace any kinks in basket. Close lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK. Do not add more... try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to fill appropriately) Check for proper water supply. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Both Hot and Cold water faucets must be...
Owners Manual
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...during the final spin. Inlet valve screens on . The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for loading recommendations. If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. The washer may have both washer and faucet, and have been caught in the basket. ...Use drain hose form and securely attach to remove excess water. Lower drain hose if the end is higher than traditional top-load washers. Use only HE detergent. Check for correct drain hose installation. This is normal. Remove any clogs from operating correctly. Use ...
...during the final spin. Inlet valve screens on . The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for loading recommendations. If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. The washer may have both washer and faucet, and have been caught in the basket. ...Use drain hose form and securely attach to remove excess water. Lower drain hose if the end is higher than traditional top-load washers. Use only HE detergent. Check for correct drain hose installation. This is normal. Remove any clogs from operating correctly. Use ...