Installation Guide
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... recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Space must support washer's total weight (with water and load) of washer to the Dimension Guide at www.whirlpool.com. 3 IMPORTANT: Do not install, store or operate washer where it will need: n A water heater set to weather or in low temperatures. Recessed area...
... recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Space must support washer's total weight (with water and load) of washer to the Dimension Guide at www.whirlpool.com. 3 IMPORTANT: Do not install, store or operate washer where it will need: n A water heater set to weather or in low temperatures. Recessed area...
Installation Guide
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Recheck levelness of washer and that washer is level and all four feet are now installed. Failure to see what was skipped. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check for a medium-size load. 9 q Check that all parts are firmly in death, fire, ...or electrical shock. 20. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Jam nut When washer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Read "Using Your Washer" in contact with the floor. Use 1/2...
Recheck levelness of washer and that washer is level and all four feet are now installed. Failure to see what was skipped. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Check for a medium-size load. 9 q Check that all parts are firmly in death, fire, ...or electrical shock. 20. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Jam nut When washer is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Read "Using Your Washer" in contact with the floor. Use 1/2...
Dimension Guide
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Front-Loading Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WFW88HEA, WFW94HEA, WFW96HEA, WFW95HED, WFW97HED Washer Dimensions: 523/4" (1340 mm) 335/16" (846 mm) 27" (686 mm) PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WFW61HEB, WFW70HEB, WFW80HEB, WFW8640B, WFW86HEB, WFW72HED, WFW81HED, WFW82HED, WFW8740D, WFW87HED Washer Dimensions: 523/4" (1340 mm) 331/8" (841 mm) ... (948 mm - 1010 mm) 383/4" - 393/4" (948 mm - 1010 mm) Recessed or closet installation stacked washer and dryer 3" (76 mm) 6" (152 mm) Recessed area or closet installation (washer only): 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 761/2" (1943 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) ...
Front-Loading Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WFW88HEA, WFW94HEA, WFW96HEA, WFW95HED, WFW97HED Washer Dimensions: 523/4" (1340 mm) 335/16" (846 mm) 27" (686 mm) PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WFW61HEB, WFW70HEB, WFW80HEB, WFW8640B, WFW86HEB, WFW72HED, WFW81HED, WFW82HED, WFW8740D, WFW87HED Washer Dimensions: 523/4" (1340 mm) 331/8" (841 mm) ... (948 mm - 1010 mm) 383/4" - 393/4" (948 mm - 1010 mm) Recessed or closet installation stacked washer and dryer 3" (76 mm) 6" (152 mm) Recessed area or closet installation (washer only): 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 761/2" (1943 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) ...
Use & Care Guide
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...light above START comes on each second CONTROL LOCK is preset for each cycle. Tightly packing garments, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may cause the washer to adjust the cycle time, as load size, wash temperature, and water pressure may increase wrinkling in process to pause it will see "Cycle ...the Wash Cycle knob will count down , the display will also turn the washer on and off the signal that sound when a setting is in your load. • Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will leave your load more wash time. If you want to select less wash time. Wash Temp...
...light above START comes on each second CONTROL LOCK is preset for each cycle. Tightly packing garments, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may cause the washer to adjust the cycle time, as load size, wash temperature, and water pressure may increase wrinkling in process to pause it will see "Cycle ...the Wash Cycle knob will count down , the display will also turn the washer on and off the signal that sound when a setting is in your load. • Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will leave your load more wash time. If you want to select less wash time. Wash Temp...
Use & Care Guide
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... may be displayed. Liquid detergent: Push down in suspension so it locks again. Remove the load promptly for the fabrics being washed. NOTE: A small amount of HE detergent into the washer too early. For powdered detergent, lift the selector to the low position. adding too much Use... process will be lengthened; Once the door has locked the second time, the washer will blink once a second at various times during the TumbleFresh™ option. This is completely closed. After the load size is active. The door will light when the TumbleFresh™ option is ...
... may be displayed. Liquid detergent: Push down in suspension so it locks again. Remove the load promptly for the fabrics being washed. NOTE: A small amount of HE detergent into the washer too early. For powdered detergent, lift the selector to the low position. adding too much Use... process will be lengthened; Once the door has locked the second time, the washer will blink once a second at various times during the TumbleFresh™ option. This is completely closed. After the load size is active. The door will light when the TumbleFresh™ option is ...
Use & Care Guide
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...full. Using the highest wash temperature available ensures sanitization. aureus. aureus. Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make sure clothes can tumble freely. For best results, avoid packing tightly. 7 Small load: Fill the washer drum with each cycle. This cycle eliminates 99.99% of the most common ... care, choose the cycle, options, and settings that cycle. aureginosa, and S. n All wash temperature selections feature a cold rinse. Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about 1/2 full. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to provide the most energy efficiency.
...full. Using the highest wash temperature available ensures sanitization. aureus. aureus. Extra-large load: Fill the washer drum, but make sure clothes can tumble freely. For best results, avoid packing tightly. 7 Small load: Fill the washer drum with each cycle. This cycle eliminates 99.99% of the most common ... care, choose the cycle, options, and settings that cycle. aureginosa, and S. n All wash temperature selections feature a cold rinse. Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to about 1/2 full. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to provide the most energy efficiency.
Use & Care Guide
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... some fabrics, you may wish to set to gently lift out stains and care for fabrics. Small load: Fill the washer drum with an empty wash tub. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to add water. For best results, avoid packing tightly. 8 Use with affresh®...be set the spin speed to a slower setting. then select Extra Rinse to about 3/4 full. Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to remove excess water from the load. Cycle Guide Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for gentle fabric care and reduced wrinkling...
... some fabrics, you may wish to set to gently lift out stains and care for fabrics. Small load: Fill the washer drum with an empty wash tub. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to add water. For best results, avoid packing tightly. 8 Use with affresh®...be set the spin speed to a slower setting. then select Extra Rinse to about 3/4 full. Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to remove excess water from the load. Cycle Guide Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for gentle fabric care and reduced wrinkling...
Use & Care Guide
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... for colorfastness by pushing it without laundry Before washing clothes for a medium-size load. n Wash small items in the washer. For multiple items, use more than one bag and fill bags equally. 9 Load laundry into fabric. n Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, ... seam. n Always read and follow manufacturer's instructions. 3. Place a load of sorted clothes loosely in mesh garment bags. Close the washer door by testing stain remover products on load type and cycle, the washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed. n Mix large and small items and avoid...
... for colorfastness by pushing it without laundry Before washing clothes for a medium-size load. n Wash small items in the washer. For multiple items, use more than one bag and fill bags equally. 9 Load laundry into fabric. n Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, ... seam. n Always read and follow manufacturer's instructions. 3. Place a load of sorted clothes loosely in mesh garment bags. Close the washer door by testing stain remover products on load type and cycle, the washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed. n Mix large and small items and avoid...
Use & Care Guide
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... correctly. They will not dispense correctly. 4. See "Using the Dispenser Drawer" instructions on your load size. do not guess. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of liquid fabric softener into washer. IMPORTANT: Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1/4 cup (60 mL) of ... Rinse is selected. Do not use more than 2/3 cup (165 mL). Make sure the drawer is always dispensed in this washer. Using Your Washer USING LAUNDRY PRODUCT DISPENSERS NOTE: Do not add single-dose laundry packets, Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener...
... correctly. They will not dispense correctly. 4. See "Using the Dispenser Drawer" instructions on your load size. do not guess. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of liquid fabric softener into washer. IMPORTANT: Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1/4 cup (60 mL) of ... Rinse is selected. Do not use more than 2/3 cup (165 mL). Make sure the drawer is always dispensed in this washer. Using Your Washer USING LAUNDRY PRODUCT DISPENSERS NOTE: Do not add single-dose laundry packets, Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener...
Use & Care Guide
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.... If you do not want to begin a cycle immediately, you may also cause the washer to set a delayed wash: 1. See "Cycle Guide" for details on cycle features. 9. To adjust a setting, touch its name - Tightly packing the load, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may choose the DELAY WASH option. buttons to select your wash...
.... If you do not want to begin a cycle immediately, you may also cause the washer to set a delayed wash: 1. See "Cycle Guide" for details on cycle features. 9. To adjust a setting, touch its name - Tightly packing the load, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may choose the DELAY WASH option. buttons to select your wash...
Use & Care Guide
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... avoid odor and rusting of water may take several minutes. To set the washer so that the TumbleFresh™ option does not come on garments. n This washer has a tight seal to remove the load promptly, use the TumbleFresh™ option. To cancel a cycle, touch POWER. Unlocking the ...will remain locked while the TumbleFresh™ option is lit. NOTE: n The door will tumble the load periodically for future cycles, touch TumbleFresh. The washer door will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This is complete. To avoid odors, leave the door open the door to continue ...
... avoid odor and rusting of water may take several minutes. To set the washer so that the TumbleFresh™ option does not come on garments. n This washer has a tight seal to remove the load promptly, use the TumbleFresh™ option. To cancel a cycle, touch POWER. Unlocking the ...will remain locked while the TumbleFresh™ option is lit. NOTE: n The door will tumble the load periodically for future cycles, touch TumbleFresh. The washer door will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This is complete. To avoid odors, leave the door open the door to continue ...
Use & Care Guide
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.... To unlock the door, touch POWER. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on , the washer door will use it for stained areas or soil buildup. Cleaning Your Front Loading Washer Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. Dilute Liquid Chlorine Bleach Procedure: i. Mix a dilute...
.... To unlock the door, touch POWER. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on , the washer door will use it for stained areas or soil buildup. Cleaning Your Front Loading Washer Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. Dilute Liquid Chlorine Bleach Procedure: i. Mix a dilute...
Use & Care Guide
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... using an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet, it will not spin or fill with water. Lift off cover panel by pulling straight up any items are detected in the washer, "rL" (remove load) will unlock. Washer Maintenance WASHER CARE (cont.) Description of Clean Washer with affresh® Cycle... Operation: 1. The Clean Washer with affresh® cycle will determine whether clothing or other items ...
... using an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet, it will not spin or fill with water. Lift off cover panel by pulling straight up any items are detected in the washer, "rL" (remove load) will unlock. Washer Maintenance WASHER CARE (cont.) Description of Clean Washer with affresh® Cycle... Operation: 1. The Clean Washer with affresh® cycle will determine whether clothing or other items ...
Use & Care Guide
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... on NORMAL cycle for relocation by a certified technician. Clean the dispensers. IMPORTANT: Call for a medium-size load. 15 To winterize washer: 1. If washer will not freeze. Bundle power cord with a rubber band or cable tie to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. To avoid structural damage to install new transport bolts. Use only...
... on NORMAL cycle for relocation by a certified technician. Clean the dispensers. IMPORTANT: Call for a medium-size load. 15 To winterize washer: 1. If washer will not freeze. Bundle power cord with a rubber band or cable tie to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. To avoid structural damage to install new transport bolts. Use only...
Use & Care Guide
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...the floor. Use only HE detergent. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer's directions based on load size. Washer beeps when START is first turned on. "nt" (interrupted) appears in washer. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Error Code Appears in display Check plumbing for service.... hose if the end is closed . Use only HE detergent. Touch POWER to restart washer. Make sure the door is higher than 41⁄2" (114 mm). Check for at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - for items in display Door not closed completely and latching. Close the...
...the floor. Use only HE detergent. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer's directions based on load size. Washer beeps when START is first turned on. "nt" (interrupted) appears in washer. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Error Code Appears in display Check plumbing for service.... hose if the end is closed . Use only HE detergent. Touch POWER to restart washer. Make sure the door is higher than 41⁄2" (114 mm). Check for at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - for items in display Door not closed completely and latching. Close the...
Use & Care Guide
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...tub or may not be draining water. Noises Clicking or metallic noises Door locking or unlocking. This is normal for an HE front load washer. Door opened after touching and holding START. Properly seat all household plumbing for optimal cleaning. 17 Suds from the door or rear...the underside of the cabinet. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at certain stages of the washer. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for service to remove items. It is opened during the spin/drain cycles. If you experience Possible Causes Solution ...
...tub or may not be draining water. Noises Clicking or metallic noises Door locking or unlocking. This is normal for an HE front load washer. Door opened after touching and holding START. Properly seat all household plumbing for optimal cleaning. 17 Suds from the door or rear...the underside of the cabinet. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at certain stages of the washer. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for service to remove items. It is opened during the spin/drain cycles. If you experience Possible Causes Solution ...
Use & Care Guide
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... be closed and latched for proper water supply. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . The door must be completely closed during certain cycles. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as recommended. Check that inlet...
... be closed and latched for proper water supply. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . The door must be completely closed during certain cycles. Troubleshooting First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as recommended. Check that inlet...
Use & Care Guide
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... for your garment. Both hoses must be out of balance. Small items may be opened between the washer drum and the outer tub. Always measure and follow manufacturer's directions for your load. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for up with the number of hot or warm washes. See "Installation Requirements" in Installation Instructions...
... for your garment. Both hoses must be out of balance. Small items may be opened between the washer drum and the outer tub. Always measure and follow manufacturer's directions for your load. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for up with the number of hot or warm washes. See "Installation Requirements" in Installation Instructions...
Use & Care Guide
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...or visit our website at the end of the cycle. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for load. Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to the inlet valve. Avoid tightly packing the washer. The washer will not be wetter than when using a faster speed spin. Wash ...may be clogged. Washer not loaded as recommended. Fabric softener dispensing ball used for each cycle. Reduce tangling by mixing types of garments being washed. Unload the washer as soon as a rug or jeans jacket with dry items only. Items need to unload the washer at www.whirlpool.com/product_help -...
...or visit our website at the end of the cycle. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for load. Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to the inlet valve. Avoid tightly packing the washer. The washer will not be wetter than when using a faster speed spin. Wash ...may be clogged. Washer not loaded as recommended. Fabric softener dispensing ball used for each cycle. Reduce tangling by mixing types of garments being washed. Unload the washer as soon as a rug or jeans jacket with dry items only. Items need to unload the washer at www.whirlpool.com/product_help -...
Use & Care Guide
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... if safe for assistance and to avoid dye transfer. Run the Clean Washer with dry items only. tightly packed. Liquid chlorine bleach may have tangled. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for the load. Load not sorted properly. Not enough detergent used , or hard water. Strings... and straps could have been damaged before washing to load. Wipe up bleach spills. Odors Fabric Damage Gray whites,...
... if safe for assistance and to avoid dye transfer. Run the Clean Washer with dry items only. tightly packed. Liquid chlorine bleach may have tangled. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for the load. Load not sorted properly. Not enough detergent used , or hard water. Strings... and straps could have been damaged before washing to load. Wipe up bleach spills. Odors Fabric Damage Gray whites,...