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... starting installation. Install your washer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain hose too short Extension Drain Hose Part Number 285863 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Lint clogged drain Drain Protector Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Your installation...
... starting installation. Install your washer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain hose too short Extension Drain Hose Part Number 285863 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Lint clogged drain Drain Protector Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (699 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Your installation...
Installation Guide
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... temperatures. n A level floor with water and load) of power cord on carpet is your Use and Care Guide. Floor standpipe drain system 4.5" (114 mm) 39" (990 mm) Minimum diameter for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Add spacing of wash tub. install no more space for closet door ventilation openings which are required. IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need . To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in temperatures...
... temperatures. n A level floor with water and load) of power cord on carpet is your Use and Care Guide. Floor standpipe drain system 4.5" (114 mm) 39" (990 mm) Minimum diameter for walls, doors, and floor moldings. Add spacing of wash tub. install no more space for closet door ventilation openings which are required. IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need . To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in temperatures...
Installation Guide
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... the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is necessary for proper operation and to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is taped shut. 2. n Check with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. Remove shipping base. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply...
... the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is necessary for proper operation and to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is taped shut. 2. n Check with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. Remove shipping base. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply...
Installation Guide
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... turn jam nuts clockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. On all four feet make solid contact with wooden block. 7 Check levelness of washer. 15. Use side seam as a guide to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer Place level here Place level here Move the washer to raise the washer. or Models with metal feet...
... turn jam nuts clockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. On all four feet make solid contact with wooden block. 7 Check levelness of washer. 15. Use side seam as a guide to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer Place level here Place level here Move the washer to raise the washer. or Models with metal feet...
Installation Guide
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... into a grounded 3 prong outlet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Remove film from washer. q Check that you have all packaging materials. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 16. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Care" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of your tools. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models).
... into a grounded 3 prong outlet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Remove film from washer. q Check that you have all packaging materials. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 16. q Check that water faucets are now installed. q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Care" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of your tools. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models).
Installation Guide
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... wrong wash Check for flexing or sagging. Both hot and cold water faucets must be turned on . Do not use an extension cord. Check drain hose for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Remove any kinks in firm contact with the floor and locked. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are properly seated. Remove any clogs from washer cabinet and properly secure it to pump out water within ten minutes) Check plumbing for correct drain hose installation. Jam...
... wrong wash Check for flexing or sagging. Both hot and cold water faucets must be turned on . Do not use an extension cord. Check drain hose for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Remove any kinks in firm contact with the floor and locked. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are properly seated. Remove any clogs from washer cabinet and properly secure it to pump out water within ten minutes) Check plumbing for correct drain hose installation. Jam...
Use & Care Guide
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...-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to determine the correct water level for your new washer is normal for clothes to the soils. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. You will hear the motor turn the basket in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Using regular detergent will begin the sensing process to a traditional agitator-style washer. Rather than diluting detergent as the washplate moves the load. And sometimes, you start the cycle...
...-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to determine the correct water level for your new washer is normal for clothes to the soils. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. You will hear the motor turn the basket in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Using regular detergent will begin the sensing process to a traditional agitator-style washer. Rather than diluting detergent as the washplate moves the load. And sometimes, you start the cycle...
Use & Care Guide
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... incoming hot and cold water. PRESOAK Use this option is used to automatically add a second rinse to most loads, use this option to delay start of cycles. 4 START/PAUSE/UNLOCK Press to set the delay. SOIL LEVEL Soil Level (wash time) is preset for tough stains. The preset speeds can be changed. DELAY WASH If you make your load more wash time, if needed . press again to delay 1 hour. NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it...
... incoming hot and cold water. PRESOAK Use this option is used to automatically add a second rinse to most loads, use this option to delay start of cycles. 4 START/PAUSE/UNLOCK Press to set the delay. SOIL LEVEL Soil Level (wash time) is preset for tough stains. The preset speeds can be changed. DELAY WASH If you make your load more wash time, if needed . press again to delay 1 hour. NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it...
Use & Care Guide
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... lit). SENSING When the START/Pause/Unlock button is not covered with certain cycles. 8 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of cycle. LID LOCK To allow water to work with water. The sensing process will hear the motor turn on the lid lock mechanism. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during sensing. This is working properly. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. Rather than diluting detergent as the washer rinses and moves the...
... lit). SENSING When the START/Pause/Unlock button is not covered with certain cycles. 8 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of cycle. LID LOCK To allow water to work with water. The sensing process will hear the motor turn on the lid lock mechanism. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during sensing. This is working properly. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. Rather than diluting detergent as the washer rinses and moves the...
Use & Care Guide
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... other fabric types. This cycle adds liquid chlorine bleach to wet down the load before washing. Use this cycle to wash large items such as desired, but must use only cold water settings. 6 This cycle uses spray rinses. This cycle features a spray rinse. If using the Eco Monitor, adjust the temperature and spin speed within that best fits the load being washed. Items to wash small, lightly soiled loads of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than other cycles. Use this cycle for fabrics...
... other fabric types. This cycle adds liquid chlorine bleach to wet down the load before washing. Use this cycle to wash large items such as desired, but must use only cold water settings. 6 This cycle uses spray rinses. This cycle features a spray rinse. If using the Eco Monitor, adjust the temperature and spin speed within that best fits the load being washed. Items to wash small, lightly soiled loads of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than other cycles. Use this cycle for fabrics...
Use & Care Guide
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...-up cycle, add additional detergent and select a cycle based on fabric type. CYCLE GUIDE Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle to improve energy usage. Not all cycles and options are available on fabrics. Use with affresh® cycle. See "Washer Care." After time has expired, washer will drain, but will not spin and a tone will sound. To set -in stains on all models. Combines a rinse and high speed spin for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle...
...-up cycle, add additional detergent and select a cycle based on fabric type. CYCLE GUIDE Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle to improve energy usage. Not all cycles and options are available on fabrics. Use with affresh® cycle. See "Washer Care." After time has expired, washer will drain, but will not spin and a tone will sound. To set -in stains on all models. Combines a rinse and high speed spin for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle...
Use & Care Guide
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... cycle and clump before the wash cycle begins. Press DELAY WASH button to begin a wash cycle immediately. If you will light up with a cycle time. Press START/Pause/Unlock to save energy. Dark colors that bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water may absorb moisture from your previous washer provided. The delay countdown has started when the START/Pause/Unlock light stops blinking. Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics Hot Some cold water is added to assist in the detergent dispenser...
... cycle and clump before the wash cycle begins. Press DELAY WASH button to begin a wash cycle immediately. If you will light up with a cycle time. Press START/Pause/Unlock to save energy. Dark colors that bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water may absorb moisture from your previous washer provided. The delay countdown has started when the START/Pause/Unlock light stops blinking. Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics Hot Some cold water is added to assist in the detergent dispenser...
Use & Care Guide
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... START/Pause/Unlock button to the bleach compartment. Cleaning the Dispensers After a period of using your washer only when you run the Clean Washer cycle. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do a better job of controlling the rate at its Best 1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to water pressure surge. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer for cleaning. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative): a. Open...
... START/Pause/Unlock button to the bleach compartment. Cleaning the Dispensers After a period of using your washer only when you run the Clean Washer cycle. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do a better job of controlling the rate at its Best 1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to water pressure surge. NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer for cleaning. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative): a. Open...
Use & Care Guide
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... RINSE & SPIN cycle for a medium-size load. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. If you feel resistance. 2. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will be moved during freezing weather, winterize your dispenser trays. Do not use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. If washer will not freeze. Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in your washer. Failure to locate, level...
... RINSE & SPIN cycle for a medium-size load. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. If you feel resistance. 2. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will be moved during freezing weather, winterize your dispenser trays. Do not use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. If washer will not freeze. Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in your washer. Failure to locate, level...
Use & Care Guide
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... rear feet must be level. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to inlet valve. For normal operating sounds, go to splash off tub. Gurgling or humming Washer may be in washer Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working, or wash light remains on (indicating that inlet valve screens have water flowing to washer. You may block pump. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to operate properly. Check...
... rear feet must be level. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to inlet valve. For normal operating sounds, go to splash off tub. Gurgling or humming Washer may be in washer Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working, or wash light remains on (indicating that inlet valve screens have water flowing to washer. You may block pump. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to operate properly. Check...
Use & Care Guide
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... DRAIN & SPIN to allow the washer to the washer. Do not use an extension cord. Lid must be rearranged to remove excess water. Ensure there is power to run or fill, washer stops working, or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to possibly avoid a service call. Replace any blown fuses. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started. Do not add more water to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than cycles with high spin...
... DRAIN & SPIN to allow the washer to the washer. Do not use an extension cord. Lid must be rearranged to remove excess water. Ensure there is power to run or fill, washer stops working, or wash light remains on (indicating that the washer was unable to possibly avoid a service call. Replace any blown fuses. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments after washer has started. Do not add more water to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than cycles with high spin...
Use & Care Guide
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... clogged. Remove any clogs from operating correctly. Use cycle designed for your load with a slower wash action and spin speed; See "Using Your Washer" section. This is tightly packed. Energy-saving controlled wash temperatures. Dry spots on load size and soil level. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than traditional top-load washers. Do not tape over drain opening. ENERGY STAR® qualified washers use cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than 4.5" (114 mm). Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions for the fabrics...
... clogged. Remove any clogs from operating correctly. Use cycle designed for your load with a slower wash action and spin speed; See "Using Your Washer" section. This is tightly packed. Energy-saving controlled wash temperatures. Dry spots on load size and soil level. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than traditional top-load washers. Do not tape over drain opening. ENERGY STAR® qualified washers use cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than 4.5" (114 mm). Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions for the fabrics...
Use & Care Guide
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... not add packet to your load with the lid open. Undiluted bleach will lengthen the cycle time. Follow manufacturer's instructions to avoid damage to dispensers. Button sounds can occur in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. This will damage fabrics. Be sure to measure correctly. The washer will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. The lid is flashing. Use only HE detergent. Estimated Time Remaining is not correct Lid Locked light is...
... not add packet to your load with the lid open. Undiluted bleach will lengthen the cycle time. Follow manufacturer's instructions to avoid damage to dispensers. Button sounds can occur in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. This will damage fabrics. Be sure to measure correctly. The washer will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. The lid is flashing. Use only HE detergent. Estimated Time Remaining is not correct Lid Locked light is...
Use & Care Guide
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... location or is not installed in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use or when it was purchased. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will need to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, or water filters. Service...
... location or is not installed in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use or when it was purchased. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter "Whirlpool") will need to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, or water filters. Service...
Warranty Information
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... where service by a Whirlpool designated service company. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need for service or repair of purchase or installation date for in materials or workmanship that have other than the limited warranty that vary from state to state or province to correct the installation of the Use & Care Guide. Replacement parts or repair...
... where service by a Whirlpool designated service company. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need for service or repair of purchase or installation date for in materials or workmanship that have other than the limited warranty that vary from state to state or province to correct the installation of the Use & Care Guide. Replacement parts or repair...