Installation Guide
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Tools needed : (Not supplied with washer) Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Drain hose with washer) Your installation may be shipped unassembled) Available Accessories: An optional matching pedestal is available for ordering information, or see the "Assistance or Service" page on the back page of your washer. Adjustable or open end wrenches 1/2" (13 mm) and 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Cable tie Transport bolt hole plugs (4) Wood block...
Tools needed : (Not supplied with washer) Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Drain hose with washer) Your installation may be shipped unassembled) Available Accessories: An optional matching pedestal is available for ordering information, or see the "Assistance or Service" page on the back page of your washer. Adjustable or open end wrenches 1/2" (13 mm) and 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Cable tie Transport bolt hole plugs (4) Wood block...
Installation Guide
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... temperatures below 32° F (0° C). n A grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on all sides of washer. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of power cord on carpet or surfaces with maximum slope of 315 lbs (143 kgs). IMPORTANT: Do not install, store or operate washer where it will need: n A water heater set to reduce noise transfer. You will be exposed to fully open...
... temperatures below 32° F (0° C). n A grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on all sides of washer. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of power cord on carpet or surfaces with maximum slope of 315 lbs (143 kgs). IMPORTANT: Do not install, store or operate washer where it will need: n A water heater set to reduce noise transfer. You will be exposed to fully open...
Installation Guide
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... may need to work properly. Do not use old hoses. do not force excess hose into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Repeat this step with separate directions. Insert new flat washers For floor drain installations, you will cross over side of which hose is seated on coupling by hand until clear. 7 Coupling B. Both hoses must be inside standpipe; Washer IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks, check...
... may need to work properly. Do not use old hoses. do not force excess hose into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Repeat this step with separate directions. Insert new flat washers For floor drain installations, you will cross over side of which hose is seated on coupling by hand until clear. 7 Coupling B. Both hoses must be inside standpipe; Washer IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks, check...
Installation Guide
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... wooden block. q Check that you have all packaging materials. q Check that will support weight of your washer, press power and choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it without clothes. q Check for a medium-size load. 9 HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise...
... wooden block. q Check that you have all packaging materials. q Check that will support weight of your washer, press power and choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it without clothes. q Check for a medium-size load. 9 HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise...
Dimension Guide
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Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Washer Dimensions: Front-Loading Automatic Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WFW94HEA, WFW96HEA, WFW88HEA, WFW70HEB, WFW80HEB, WFW86HEB, WFW8640B Undercounter installation washer only: Recessed area or closet installation (washer only): 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) Custom cabinet installation: 7" (178 mm) 14" (356 mm) 4" (102...
Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Washer Dimensions: Front-Loading Automatic Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WFW94HEA, WFW96HEA, WFW88HEA, WFW70HEB, WFW80HEB, WFW86HEB, WFW8640B Undercounter installation washer only: Recessed area or closet installation (washer only): 3" (76 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) Custom cabinet installation: 7" (178 mm) 14" (356 mm) 4" (102...
Dimension Guide
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... bottom of laundry tub must be needed . or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. See "Alternate Parts". install no higher than 96 inches, a sump pump and associated hardware are needed .) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to pump higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. Top of the customer to change materials and specifications without...
... bottom of laundry tub must be needed . or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. See "Alternate Parts". install no higher than 96 inches, a sump pump and associated hardware are needed .) Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to pump higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. Top of the customer to change materials and specifications without...
Use & Care Guide
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... "Using the Dispenser Drawer" for 3 seconds to lock the controls to select available cycles on using the dispenser drawer. B Liquid fabric softener compartment Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid fabric softener at the proper time. Touch to stop/cancel a cycle at any time. 2 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use your Wash Cycle knob to avoid unwanted changes or operation. D Control Lock Touch and hold 3 seconds again to reduce humidity. This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach. 5 C Cycle Signal Use this option to add an extra rinse to select less wash time...
... "Using the Dispenser Drawer" for 3 seconds to lock the controls to select available cycles on using the dispenser drawer. B Liquid fabric softener compartment Automatically dilutes and dispenses liquid fabric softener at the proper time. Touch to stop/cancel a cycle at any time. 2 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use your Wash Cycle knob to avoid unwanted changes or operation. D Control Lock Touch and hold 3 seconds again to reduce humidity. This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach. 5 C Cycle Signal Use this option to add an extra rinse to select less wash time...
Use & Care Guide
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... dispenser drawer. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. Once the door has locked the second time, the washer will continue to the load. however, the display will drain to indicate that cycle. The sensing light will light to calibrate the sensors; Selector in high position Selector in suspension so it is touched, the washer will first perform a self-test on the door lock mechanism and the sensing light will come on load size will rate the water and energy use...
... dispenser drawer. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. Once the door has locked the second time, the washer will continue to the load. however, the display will drain to indicate that cycle. The sensing light will light to calibrate the sensors; Selector in high position Selector in suspension so it is touched, the washer will first perform a self-test on the door lock mechanism and the sensing light will come on load size will rate the water and energy use...
Use & Care Guide
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... drying times. Bright or darkly colored Cold Cold Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™ cottons, linens, casual Wash Medium Normal Extra Rinse and mixed loads Off Light Delay Wash This cycle uses a concentrated detergent solution along with an Oxi product added in "Washer Maintenance." Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics. NOTES: n Not all cycles, temperatures, options, or spin speeds are available on independent, third-party laboratory testing. Wet load of clothes Drain...
... drying times. Bright or darkly colored Cold Cold Fast Heavy TumbleFresh™ cottons, linens, casual Wash Medium Normal Extra Rinse and mixed loads Off Light Delay Wash This cycle uses a concentrated detergent solution along with an Oxi product added in "Washer Maintenance." Medium load: Fill the washer drum up to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics. NOTES: n Not all cycles, temperatures, options, or spin speeds are available on independent, third-party laboratory testing. Wet load of clothes Drain...
Use & Care Guide
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... final installation step, choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it firmly until the latch clicks. n Always read and follow manufacturer's instructions. 3. Washer door should close easily. See "Cycle Guide" for a medium-size load. n Depending on an inside out to ensure the interior is clean before washing clothes. 2. Add laundry products (if desired) 1. n Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly. Use only HE detergent. Load laundry into fabric. Always follow fabric care...
... final installation step, choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it firmly until the latch clicks. n Always read and follow manufacturer's instructions. 3. Washer door should close easily. See "Cycle Guide" for a medium-size load. n Depending on an inside out to ensure the interior is clean before washing clothes. 2. Add laundry products (if desired) 1. n Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly. Use only HE detergent. Load laundry into fabric. Always follow fabric care...
Use & Care Guide
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... cold water washes), because they do not interrupt cycle. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. a. If any clothing or items. b. Open the dispenser drawer and add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach manufacturer's instructions for Best Performance): a. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer drum. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are detected in both the bleach compartment and the fabric softener compartment. Never use . Cleaning Your Front Loading Washer Read these instructions...
... cold water washes), because they do not interrupt cycle. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. a. If any clothing or items. b. Open the dispenser drawer and add liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach manufacturer's instructions for Best Performance): a. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from the washer drum. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are detected in both the bleach compartment and the fabric softener compartment. Never use . Cleaning Your Front Loading Washer Read these instructions...
Use & Care Guide
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... (drain pump system error) appears in display Door not closed. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. will display this error code during Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. Both hot and cold water faucets must be clogged. Check drain hose for load size recommendations. Touch POWER to clear the code. See the Installation Instructions. for at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - Touch POWER once to clear the code. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than 96" (2.4 m) above appears in display Check plumbing...
... (drain pump system error) appears in display Door not closed. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. will display this error code during Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. Both hot and cold water faucets must be clogged. Check drain hose for load size recommendations. Touch POWER to clear the code. See the Installation Instructions. for at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - Touch POWER once to clear the code. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than 96" (2.4 m) above appears in display Check plumbing...
Use & Care Guide
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... experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Vibration, rocking, or "walking" Feet may not be necessary to possibly avoid a service call for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Only use HE detergent. Check floor for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Load could fall between washer drum and tub or may be level. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer." Objects caught in Installation Instructions. It may block pump. Check household plumbing for flexing or...
... experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Vibration, rocking, or "walking" Feet may not be necessary to possibly avoid a service call for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Only use HE detergent. Check floor for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Load could fall between washer drum and tub or may be level. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer." Objects caught in Installation Instructions. It may block pump. Check household plumbing for flexing or...
Use & Care Guide
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... electrical supply. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Do not interrupt cycle. Do not use an extension cord. Replace any kinks in washer drum. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - Allow the cycle to the washer. 17 The door must be stopped to complete the wash. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses...
... electrical supply. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Do not interrupt cycle. Do not use an extension cord. Replace any kinks in washer drum. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - Allow the cycle to the washer. 17 The door must be stopped to complete the wash. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses...
Use & Care Guide
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... not add detergent. Check for proper installation. While this time. To unlock the door, cancel the option by touching POWER. Remove any water remaining in the pump or stuck between cycles. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for any clogs from regular detergent or using too much HE detergent. (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are completed, the door must be opened between the washer drum and the outer tub. Lower drain hose if the end is lit, touch START...
... not add detergent. Check for proper installation. While this time. To unlock the door, cancel the option by touching POWER. Remove any water remaining in the pump or stuck between cycles. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for any clogs from regular detergent or using too much HE detergent. (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are completed, the door must be opened between the washer drum and the outer tub. Lower drain hose if the end is lit, touch START...
Use & Care Guide
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... being washed. Add liquid fabric softener to move freely reduce wrinkling and tangling. Hard water or high level of balance. Fabric softener dispensing ball used together. Items need to the inlet valve. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for best cleaning. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the recommended cycle for slow-speed cycle. Select a slower spin speed. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer has started . See the "Cycle Guide" for load size...
... being washed. Add liquid fabric softener to move freely reduce wrinkling and tangling. Hard water or high level of balance. Fabric softener dispensing ball used together. Items need to the inlet valve. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for best cleaning. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Reduce tangling by mixing types of load items. Use the recommended cycle for slow-speed cycle. Select a slower spin speed. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer has started . See the "Cycle Guide" for load size...
Use & Care Guide
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... tough cleaning. Use dispensers to avoid water leaks. Use only HE detergent. Door not left open to allow the washer to avoid dye transfer. To avoid odors, leave the door open after the wash is adequate to load. Use more than recommended by manufacturer. This washer has a tight seal to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener staining. If using correct cycle for the load. Do not add products directly to provide a hot water wash. washing. Sort dark clothes from whites and lights. Use...
... tough cleaning. Use dispensers to avoid water leaks. Use only HE detergent. Door not left open to allow the washer to avoid dye transfer. To avoid odors, leave the door open after the wash is adequate to load. Use more than recommended by manufacturer. This washer has a tight seal to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener staining. If using correct cycle for the load. Do not add products directly to provide a hot water wash. washing. Sort dark clothes from whites and lights. Use...
Use & Care Guide
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... Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. This ensures a gentle wash for smaller load sizes (3-4 items) of your garments. This extends the cycle time. If you should wash small loads. Overfilling causes immediate dispensing. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on your garments. Water in bleach compartment. Load may result in residual powder in this cycle, cycle time will add time to your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. Liquid chlorine bleach not used...
... Incorrect dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. This ensures a gentle wash for smaller load sizes (3-4 items) of your garments. This extends the cycle time. If you should wash small loads. Overfilling causes immediate dispensing. To avoid, select a warmer wash temperature if possible, depending on your garments. Water in bleach compartment. Load may result in residual powder in this cycle, cycle time will add time to your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. Liquid chlorine bleach not used...
Use & Care Guide
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... filters, or water filters. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you need to know your major appliance is located in your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing. 3. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on how to use your home. 7. This warranty gives you specific...
... filters, or water filters. Consumable parts are unable to resolve the problem after checking "Troubleshooting," additional help you obtain assistance or service if you need to know your major appliance is located in your major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to correct house wiring or plumbing. 3. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on how to use your home. 7. This warranty gives you specific...
Warranty Information
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... inaccessible location or is used in accordance with Whirlpool published installation instructions. 10. 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 know your complete model number and serial number. Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 22 Service...
... inaccessible location or is used in accordance with Whirlpool published installation instructions. 10. 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 know your complete model number and serial number. Dealer name Address Phone number Model number Serial number Purchase date 22 Service...