Energy Guide
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... loads a week and a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8500B*, WTW8540B*, WTW8900B* Cat.
... loads a week and a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8500B*, WTW8540B*, WTW8900B* Cat.
Dimension Guide
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...with equivalent ventilation openings are required. W10410358C1 08/2013 PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WTW8200Y, WTW8240Y, WTW8400Y, WTW8440Y, WTW8500B, WTW8540B, WTW8600Y, WTW8800Y, WTW8900B Top Load Washer Washer Dimensions: Spacing for recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) 45.5" (1156 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 14... for ease of the door are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered on all sides of the washer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides. ■...
...with equivalent ventilation openings are required. W10410358C1 08/2013 PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WTW8200Y, WTW8240Y, WTW8400Y, WTW8440Y, WTW8500B, WTW8540B, WTW8600Y, WTW8800Y, WTW8900B Top Load Washer Washer Dimensions: Spacing for recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) 45.5" (1156 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 14... for ease of the door are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should be considered on all sides of the washer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides. ■...
Dimension Guide
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...Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. A time-delay... or circuit breaker is required. Top of wash tub. Top of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see toll-free phone numbers in your "Use and Care Guide." or 20-...
...Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. A time-delay... or circuit breaker is required. Top of wash tub. Top of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. Dimensions are for planning purposes only. For complete details, see toll-free phone numbers in your "Use and Care Guide." or 20-...
Installation Guide
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Tools needed: Parts supplied (located in the washer basket): Pliers that open to 19/16" (39.5 mm) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain hose form Cable Tie Parts needed (Not supplied with washer): Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Tape measure or ruler Level 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Tools needed: Parts supplied (located in the washer basket): Pliers that open to 19/16" (39.5 mm) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain hose form Cable Tie Parts needed (Not supplied with washer): Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Tape measure or ruler Level 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Installation Guide
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... saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts (Not supplied with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides. ■...pressure of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for information on winterizing. Some water can remain in washer and can cause damage in the top and bottom of the door are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should be ...
... saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts (Not supplied with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. Spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, with tested spacing of 0" (0 mm) clearance on sides. ■...pressure of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for information on winterizing. Some water can remain in washer and can cause damage in the top and bottom of the door are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should be ...
Installation Guide
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...9632; Do not ground to a gas pipe. ■■ Check with cable tie. 4 install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is equipped with a power supply cord ...mating, 3-prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in your "Use and Care Guide." Secure drain hose with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. ■■ Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■■ If codes permit and a ...
...9632; Do not ground to a gas pipe. ■■ Check with cable tie. 4 install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is equipped with a power supply cord ...mating, 3-prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in your "Use and Care Guide." Secure drain hose with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. ■■ Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■■ If codes permit and a ...
Installation Guide
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... moving across the floor. It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for support. NOTE: To avoid floor damage during installation, set washer back upright, and remove the tape from the bottom of the drain hose helps to avoid water leakage and damage to your floors. ... section. ■■ If foam shipping base has not been removed, be sure lid is stored inside the washer cabinet. 1. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE IMPORTANT: Proper connection of the washer as directed in the future. REMOVE SHIPPING BASE AND PACKING RING 1. Remove shipping base and packing ring INSTALLATION ...
... moving across the floor. It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for support. NOTE: To avoid floor damage during installation, set washer back upright, and remove the tape from the bottom of the drain hose helps to avoid water leakage and damage to your floors. ... section. ■■ If foam shipping base has not been removed, be sure lid is stored inside the washer cabinet. 1. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE IMPORTANT: Proper connection of the washer as directed in the future. REMOVE SHIPPING BASE AND PACKING RING 1. Remove shipping base and packing ring INSTALLATION ...
Installation Guide
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... Hose should run until it is connected to hot water to make sure that your water inlet hoses have flat washers at both ends. Make sure the washer basket is connected to washer correctly. 3. Screw on coupling by hand until clear. Feed hose into standpipe (shown in picture) or over ... hoses to work properly. Clear water lines Run water for the cold water faucet. Do not use hoses without washers. 2. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on washer. The hose must be connected for air. ■■ Do not lay excess hose on smooth sections of...
... Hose should run until it is connected to hot water to make sure that your water inlet hoses have flat washers at both ends. Make sure the washer basket is connected to washer correctly. 3. Screw on coupling by hand until clear. Feed hose into standpipe (shown in picture) or over ... hoses to work properly. Clear water lines Run water for the cold water faucet. Do not use hoses without washers. 2. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on washer. The hose must be connected for air. ■■ Do not lay excess hose on smooth sections of...
Installation Guide
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... hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are stable and in firm contact with cold water inlet valve. Rock the washer back and forth to washer LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Leveling your floor. 2. Check levelness of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Then place the level on valve... hot water inlet valve. This will drain this in the crease between the top of water may be connected for leaks from faucet and at washer connection. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 4.5" 4.5" (114 mm) (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) Place level here Check the levelness ...
... hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are stable and in firm contact with cold water inlet valve. Rock the washer back and forth to washer LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Leveling your floor. 2. Check levelness of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Then place the level on valve... hot water inlet valve. This will drain this in the crease between the top of water may be connected for leaks from faucet and at washer connection. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 4.5" 4.5" (114 mm) (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) Place level here Check the levelness ...
Installation Guide
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...from console and any tape remaining on . ■■ Check for future relocation of the washer. Jam nut When washer is an extra part, go back through steps to prop up front of washer. 4. Plug into detergent dispenser. Tighten leveling feet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ■■ Check electrical...If there is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to complete one whole cycle. 8 Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. ■■ Check that both water faucets are about ...
...from console and any tape remaining on . ■■ Check for future relocation of the washer. Jam nut When washer is an extra part, go back through steps to prop up front of washer. 4. Plug into detergent dispenser. Tighten leveling feet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST ■■ Check electrical...If there is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to complete one whole cycle. 8 Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. ■■ Check that both water faucets are about ...
Use & Care Guide
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...Size Sensing Once you may hear a clicking and hum at all, as the washplate moves the load. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in the basket. Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. Normal Sounds You Can ... component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. For example, you may also result in short pulses to a traditional agitator-style washer. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to soak. Using regular detergent will begin the sensing process to use. HE detergents are different...
...Size Sensing Once you may hear a clicking and hum at all, as the washplate moves the load. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in the basket. Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. Normal Sounds You Can ... component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. For example, you may also result in short pulses to a traditional agitator-style washer. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to soak. Using regular detergent will begin the sensing process to use. HE detergents are different...
Use & Care Guide
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...the soil level that sounds at high speed. The Lid Lock indicator lights up . Press START/PAUSE again to restart the cycle. 4 ECO MONITOR Your washer is opened . For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, press SOIL LEVEL to select a cycle for faster drying. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4...detailed descriptions of cycle. Not all cycles, and some are preset to open the lid, press START/PAUSE. Pressing once while the washer is helpful in different energy and water usage. ECOBOOST™ option The EcoBoost™ option allows you have set the Fabric Softener ...
...the soil level that sounds at high speed. The Lid Lock indicator lights up . Press START/PAUSE again to restart the cycle. 4 ECO MONITOR Your washer is opened . For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, press SOIL LEVEL to select a cycle for faster drying. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4...detailed descriptions of cycle. Not all cycles, and some are preset to open the lid, press START/PAUSE. Pressing once while the washer is helpful in different energy and water usage. ECOBOOST™ option The EcoBoost™ option allows you have set the Fabric Softener ...
Use & Care Guide
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Wash Temp - NOTE: Fill dispenser only with liquid chlorine bleach. Dispensers To turn Button Sounds either On or Off: While washer is selected. • Use only liquid fabric softener in effect through a power loss. • Default setting sounds is complete. C B A A High Efficiency "HE"... label instructions, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric. • Warm and hot water may be cooler than what your previous washer provided. • Even for cold wash settings, some warm water may be automatically diluted and dispensed at the optimum time when the Fabric ...
Wash Temp - NOTE: Fill dispenser only with liquid chlorine bleach. Dispensers To turn Button Sounds either On or Off: While washer is selected. • Use only liquid fabric softener in effect through a power loss. • Default setting sounds is complete. C B A A High Efficiency "HE"... label instructions, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric. • Warm and hot water may be cooler than what your previous washer provided. • Even for cold wash settings, some warm water may be automatically diluted and dispensed at the optimum time when the Fabric ...
Use & Care Guide
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...: Use this cycle to a lower setting. This cycle uses a high-speed spin. CYCLE GUIDE Settings and options shown in the washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. If using the Eco Monitor, adjust the temperature and spin speed within that need rinsing only Rinse/ Drain...in bold are available on fabric type. To set the spin speed to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer fresh and clean. Use this cycle with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to a lower setting. Spin speed is adjustable. * Wash temperatures vary according...
...: Use this cycle to a lower setting. This cycle uses a high-speed spin. CYCLE GUIDE Settings and options shown in the washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. If using the Eco Monitor, adjust the temperature and spin speed within that need rinsing only Rinse/ Drain...in bold are available on fabric type. To set the spin speed to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer fresh and clean. Use this cycle with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to a lower setting. Spin speed is adjustable. * Wash temperatures vary according...
Use & Care Guide
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... basket. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Sort and prepare your garments. 8 Add a measured of amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Do not remove ground prong. ...Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. USING YOUR WASHER WARNING 1. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to avoid pilling. IMPORTANT: Garments...
... basket. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Sort and prepare your garments. 8 Add a measured of amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Do not remove ground prong. ...Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. USING YOUR WASHER WARNING 1. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to avoid pilling. IMPORTANT: Garments...
Use & Care Guide
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... cycle with a regular non-HE detergent. always follow manufacturer's directions for information on recommended method of cleaning washer dispensers. 5. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser Fabric softener dispenser Detergent dispenser Add a measured amount of fabric softener based on the...dilute. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. They will not dispense correctly. 7. Press POWER to turn on washer Press and hold POWER to immediately dispense into washer. The package will cause fabric softener to turn on your load size. NOTE: If using an Oxi laundry boost...
... cycle with a regular non-HE detergent. always follow manufacturer's directions for information on recommended method of cleaning washer dispensers. 5. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser Fabric softener dispenser Detergent dispenser Add a measured amount of fabric softener based on the...dilute. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. They will not dispense correctly. 7. Press POWER to turn on washer Press and hold POWER to immediately dispense into washer. The package will cause fabric softener to turn on your load size. NOTE: If using an Oxi laundry boost...
Use & Care Guide
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... desired. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to select desired delay time. 2. the lid will be added, so this may be cooler than your previous washer provided. Press DELAY WASH button to change the Soil Level, Spin Speed, and Wash Temp, if desired. Press START/PAUSE to save energy. Select... cycle modifiers, if desired Wash Temp Hot Some cold water is added to set . Warm Some cold water will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you do not want to help dissolve detergents. Some cycles will pump out. NOTE:...
... desired. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to select desired delay time. 2. the lid will be added, so this may be cooler than your previous washer provided. Press DELAY WASH button to change the Soil Level, Spin Speed, and Wash Temp, if desired. Press START/PAUSE to save energy. Select... cycle modifiers, if desired Wash Temp Hot Some cold water is added to set . Warm Some cold water will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you do not want to help dissolve detergents. Some cycles will pump out. NOTE:...
Use & Care Guide
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...removable. d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to control the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside of the washer. Cleaning the Dispensers After a period of using your model has a dispenser drawer, however, remove the drawer and clean it before beginning...2. U se warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do not use abrasive products. 11 WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after you may result in turn may find some agitation and spinning to a water level higher ...
...removable. d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to control the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside of the washer. Cleaning the Dispensers After a period of using your model has a dispenser drawer, however, remove the drawer and clean it before beginning...2. U se warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do not use abrasive products. 11 WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after you may result in turn may find some agitation and spinning to a water level higher ...
Use & Care Guide
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... packing ring from drain system. 4. If you are home. Do not use an adapter. Plug in basket and run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to water pressure surge. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a period of time, follow these instructions can ... or towels into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Unplug or disconnect power to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into basket opening. Do not use an extension cord. Use only...
... packing ring from drain system. 4. If you are home. Do not use an adapter. Plug in basket and run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to water pressure surge. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a period of time, follow these instructions can ... or towels into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Unplug or disconnect power to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into basket opening. Do not use an extension cord. Use only...