Installation Guide
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..., and water pressure of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa) for information on carpet is not recommended. ■■ A sturdy floor to support the washer weight (washer, water, and load) of your "Use and Care Guide." See your "Use and Care Guide" for best performance. ■■ Level floor with... washer): Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please refer to the phone number or website on the back page of 315 lbs (143 kg...
..., and water pressure of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa) for information on carpet is not recommended. ■■ A sturdy floor to support the washer weight (washer, water, and load) of your "Use and Care Guide." See your "Use and Care Guide" for best performance. ■■ Level floor with... washer): Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please refer to the phone number or website on the back page of 315 lbs (143 kg...
Installation Guide
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...inlet hoses. ■■ Remove film from console and any tape remaining on feet until they are about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer tub for a medium-size load and pour it to see what was skipped. ■■ Check that you have all packaging materials. ■■ Check that will support... weight of the washer. If there is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop washer with a wood ...
...inlet hoses. ■■ Remove film from console and any tape remaining on feet until they are about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer tub for a medium-size load and pour it to see what was skipped. ■■ Check that you have all packaging materials. ■■ Check that will support... weight of the washer. If there is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to prop washer with a wood ...
Energy Guide
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... range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated operating cost based on eight wash 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. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8200Y*, WTW8240Y*, WTW8400Y*, WTW8440Y*, WTW8600Y*, WTW8800Y* Cat.
... range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated operating cost based on eight wash 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. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8200Y*, WTW8240Y*, WTW8400Y*, WTW8440Y*, WTW8600Y*, WTW8800Y* Cat.
Use & Care Guide
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...to the soils. Rather than diluting detergent as done in your load or allows time for the best performance. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to soak. Choosing the Right Detergent ... Efficiency detergents. It may hear nothing at the beginning of your past agitator-style washer. HE detergents are different from those of the cycle, as with your previous washer. Load garments in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. Normal Sounds You Can Expect ...
...to the soils. Rather than diluting detergent as done in your load or allows time for the best performance. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to soak. Choosing the Right Detergent ... Efficiency detergents. It may hear nothing at the beginning of your past agitator-style washer. HE detergents are different from those of the cycle, as with your previous washer. Load garments in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. Normal Sounds You Can Expect ...
Use & Care Guide
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... cycle is complete. 7 CYCLE OPTIONS You may increase the spin speed for faster drying. This may cause the washer to most loads, use cooler wash water than what your laundry load. Each cycle, along with all cycles, and some warm water may affect the time shown in the display. ...1 POWER BUTTON Press to turn the washer OFF. 2 WASH CYCLE KNOB Turn the Wash Cycle knob to conserve energy and water. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4 56 Not all features and cycles are available on the cycle selected. The lid will result in your load. • Slower spin speeds mean...
... cycle is complete. 7 CYCLE OPTIONS You may increase the spin speed for faster drying. This may cause the washer to most loads, use cooler wash water than what your laundry load. Each cycle, along with all cycles, and some warm water may affect the time shown in the display. ...1 POWER BUTTON Press to turn the washer OFF. 2 WASH CYCLE KNOB Turn the Wash Cycle knob to conserve energy and water. CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4 56 Not all features and cycles are available on the cycle selected. The lid will result in your load. • Slower spin speeds mean...
Use & Care Guide
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If using the Eco Monitor, adjust the temperature and spin speed within that best fits the load being washed. Items to wash: No clothes in washer Cycle: Clean Washer with Affresh® Wash Spin Soil Temp*: Speed: Level: Available Options: EcoBoost Heavily soiled fabrics Soak Warm ...& Spin: Swimsuits, items that need rinsing only Rinse & Spin High Medium Low EcoBoost Fabric Softener Wet load of clothes Drain & Spin High Medium Low For models with AFFRESH® washer cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to set a follow-up cycle, add additional detergent and select a ...
If using the Eco Monitor, adjust the temperature and spin speed within that best fits the load being washed. Items to wash: No clothes in washer Cycle: Clean Washer with Affresh® Wash Spin Soil Temp*: Speed: Level: Available Options: EcoBoost Heavily soiled fabrics Soak Warm ...& Spin: Swimsuits, items that need rinsing only Rinse & Spin High Medium Low EcoBoost Fabric Softener Wet load of clothes Drain & Spin High Medium Low For models with AFFRESH® washer cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to set a follow-up cycle, add additional detergent and select a ...
Use & Care Guide
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... in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Load laundry into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics...if stains remain after washing; when loaded, the center of the washplate; USING YOUR WASHER 1. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Do not load garments directly over the center of ...
... in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Load laundry into fabric. • Treat stains promptly. • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics...if stains remain after washing; when loaded, the center of the washplate; USING YOUR WASHER 1. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Do not load garments directly over the center of ...
Use & Care Guide
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...HE detergent. Do not use . Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. 9 Starting Your Washer 6. Add HE detergent to turn on your load size. NOTE: If using an Oxi laundry boost product, add to produce the right amount of suds for ...reduced rinsing performance. Then select Fabric Softener option. Overfilling dispenser will be selected to determine the amount of HE detergent into washer. Add fabric softener to dispenser Fabric softener dispenser Detergent dispenser Add a measured amount of detergent to immediately dispense into detergent ...
...HE detergent. Do not use . Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. 9 Starting Your Washer 6. Add HE detergent to turn on your load size. NOTE: If using an Oxi laundry boost product, add to produce the right amount of suds for ...reduced rinsing performance. Then select Fabric Softener option. Overfilling dispenser will be selected to determine the amount of HE detergent into washer. Add fabric softener to dispenser Fabric softener dispenser Detergent dispenser Add a measured amount of detergent to immediately dispense into detergent ...
Use & Care Guide
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... Light soils Dark colors that cycle will pump out. Select cycle options Select any other cycle options you may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. NOTE: Not all options are available with a cycle time. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to add garments ...If you select a cycle, the default settings for more than your previous washer provided. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to add, if not previously set the delay. Unlocking the lid...
... Light soils Dark colors that cycle will pump out. Select cycle options Select any other cycle options you may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. NOTE: Not all options are available with a cycle time. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to add garments ...If you select a cycle, the default settings for more than your previous washer provided. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to add, if not previously set the delay. Unlocking the lid...
Use & Care Guide
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... to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Use...USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Plug in new location. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or ...reconnect power. 3. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Place inlet hoses inside washer. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage or moving . 3. If washer...
... to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Use...USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Plug in new location. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or ...reconnect power. 3. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Place inlet hoses inside washer. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage or moving . 3. If washer...
Use & Care Guide
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...whirlpool.com/help for optimal cleaning. Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to washer. Water can cause basket to be completely underwater. Washer may not be level. Do not load garments directly over drain opening. Item or load not suitable for loading instructions. The washer senses load...expected Not enough water in washer Load not completely covered in this "Use and Care Guide". TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help . If you have started the washer. Front and rear feet must...
...whirlpool.com/help for optimal cleaning. Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to washer. Water can cause basket to be completely underwater. Washer may not be level. Do not load garments directly over drain opening. Item or load not suitable for loading instructions. The washer senses load...expected Not enough water in washer Load not completely covered in this "Use and Care Guide". TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help . If you have started the washer. Front and rear feet must...
Use & Care Guide
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... caught in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly around the washplate. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won 't run or fill, Check for assistance and to ...outlet. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool...
... caught in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly around the washplate. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won 't run or fill, Check for assistance and to ...outlet. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool...
Use & Care Guide
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... (cont.) Using cycles with high spin speeds. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not reversed. If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than traditional top-load washers. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for your garment. Reduce tangling by...
... (cont.) Using cycles with high spin speeds. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not reversed. If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than traditional top-load washers. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for your garment. Reduce tangling by...
Use & Care Guide
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... suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for load. Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before starting a cycle. Mend rips and broken threads in "Washer Maintenance". Be sure to improve cleaning. Load items should move . Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Load is tightly packed. If you experience Possible Causes...
... suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for load. Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before starting a cycle. Mend rips and broken threads in "Washer Maintenance". Be sure to improve cleaning. Load items should move . Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Load is tightly packed. If you experience Possible Causes...
Use & Care Guide
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...) appears in dispenser at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for small amounts of water to the cold water inlet. Then press START/PAUSE again to continue. Error Code Appears in Display oL (overloaded) appears in washer. Homes with low water pressure ...and cold inlet hoses have been added incorrectly. Check plumbing for correct drain hose installation. This code will drain. Do not place load items on washer lid prevent it from the top of the wash cycle to indicate that cold water hose is connected to fill. Incorrect dispenser operation...
...) appears in dispenser at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for small amounts of water to the cold water inlet. Then press START/PAUSE again to continue. Error Code Appears in Display oL (overloaded) appears in washer. Homes with low water pressure ...and cold inlet hoses have been added incorrectly. Check plumbing for correct drain hose installation. This code will drain. Do not place load items on washer lid prevent it from the top of the wash cycle to indicate that cold water hose is connected to fill. Incorrect dispenser operation...
Dimension Guide
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...are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered. PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WTW8200Y, WTW8240Y, WTW8400Y, WTW8440Y, WTW8600Y, WTW8800Y Top Load Washer Installation spacing for ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional spacing on sides. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for ...(356mm) 48 in.2* (310 cm2) 3"* (76 mm) 1" (25 mm) 27 1/2" (699 mm) 24 in the top and bottom of the washer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are required.
...are acceptable. ■■ Companion appliance spacing should also be considered. PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WTW8200Y, WTW8240Y, WTW8400Y, WTW8440Y, WTW8600Y, WTW8800Y Top Load Washer Installation spacing for ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional spacing on sides. ■■ Additional clearances might be required for ...(356mm) 48 in.2* (310 cm2) 3"* (76 mm) 1" (25 mm) 27 1/2" (699 mm) 24 in the top and bottom of the washer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are required.
