Energy Guide
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Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WFW9151Y*, WFW9351Y* Cat. H1WB6A2B(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $16 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of ... will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost 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 therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10404646) U.S. Government Federal...
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WFW9151Y*, WFW9351Y* Cat. H1WB6A2B(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $16 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of ... will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost 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 therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10404646) U.S. Government Federal...
Installation Guide
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...155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) Custom under entire washer. Space must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of 400 lbs (180 kgs). You will be large enough to allow door to reduce noise transfer. n A level floor with water and load) of 1" (25 mm) under counter installation: 2" (50 mm)... 36" min. (914 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3284" min. (691605 mm) 4" (102 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3 IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need: n A water ...
...155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) Custom under entire washer. Space must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of 400 lbs (180 kgs). You will be large enough to allow door to reduce noise transfer. n A level floor with water and load) of 1" (25 mm) under counter installation: 2" (50 mm)... 36" min. (914 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3284" min. (691605 mm) 4" (102 mm) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3 IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will need: n A water ...
Installation Guide
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... grounding method. q Check for a medium-size load. 9 q Dispose of washer. Use only HE detergent. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for leaks around faucets, valves, and inlet hoses. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from back of /...or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to prop washer again with a wooden block. q Check that all of washer. 19. q Remove protective film, tape, or any packaging material remaining on feet until they are...
... grounding method. q Check for a medium-size load. 9 q Dispose of washer. Use only HE detergent. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for leaks around faucets, valves, and inlet hoses. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from back of /...or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to prop washer again with a wooden block. q Check that all of washer. 19. q Remove protective film, tape, or any packaging material remaining on feet until they are...
Use & Care Guide
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... Wash Cycle knob to select a cycle for detailed descriptions of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off . If you do not press START/PAUSE within 5 minutes of cycles that best suit your laundry load. See "Cycle Guide" for your load. 3 START/PAUSE BUTTON Press and hold to start a cycle, or press once while.... CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES Not all features and cycles are available on all models. 1 2 3 5 6 4 9 8 7 Model WFW9351** 1 2 3 9 10 5 4 8 6 Model WFW9151** C D A B 1 POWER BUTTON Press to turn the washer on and off . 4
... Wash Cycle knob to select a cycle for detailed descriptions of choosing a cycle, the washer automatically shuts off . If you do not press START/PAUSE within 5 minutes of cycles that best suit your laundry load. See "Cycle Guide" for your load. 3 START/PAUSE BUTTON Press and hold to start a cycle, or press once while.... CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES Not all features and cycles are available on all models. 1 2 3 5 6 4 9 8 7 Model WFW9351** 1 2 3 9 10 5 4 8 6 Model WFW9151** C D A B 1 POWER BUTTON Press to turn the washer on and off . 4
Use & Care Guide
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...used to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics. For best results, use slightly cooler wash water than the selected temperature. Spin Speed This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on using the dispenser drawer. You may select or deselect by pressing EXTRA RINSE button until the...with extra hot temp) (Model WFW9351** only) Use Sanitize option to aid in your load. • Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will show the progress of detergent residue from the washer as soon as it stops. The countdown to No Spin. 10 DISPENSER DRAWER The dispenser...
...used to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics. For best results, use slightly cooler wash water than the selected temperature. Spin Speed This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on using the dispenser drawer. You may select or deselect by pressing EXTRA RINSE button until the...with extra hot temp) (Model WFW9351** only) Use Sanitize option to aid in your load. • Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will show the progress of detergent residue from the washer as soon as it stops. The countdown to No Spin. 10 DISPENSER DRAWER The dispenser...
Use & Care Guide
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... The "Done" indicator remains activated, the door remains locked, and the TumbleFresh™ status light will see the washer tumble the load. At each stage of the washer. As you make your cycle and temperature selections, the Eco Monitor shows how well you may change at increasing speeds... the cycle. CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS Model WFW9351** Model WFW9151** The Cycle Status Indicators show the progress of the wash cycle. Spin The washer spins the load at different stages in the first rinse. Add a Garment When Add a Garment is the main portion of a cycle. Wash This is...
... The "Done" indicator remains activated, the door remains locked, and the TumbleFresh™ status light will see the washer tumble the load. At each stage of the washer. As you make your cycle and temperature selections, the Eco Monitor shows how well you may change at increasing speeds... the cycle. CYCLE STATUS INDICATORS Model WFW9351** Model WFW9151** The Cycle Status Indicators show the progress of the wash cycle. Spin The washer spins the load at different stages in the first rinse. Add a Garment When Add a Garment is the main portion of a cycle. Wash This is...
Use & Care Guide
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....9% of Residential and Commercial, family sized clothes washer. There is complete. This option combines a super hot water temperature to maintain load balance. For best performance, not all models. This cycle starts with medium and large loads. This is certified by NSF International, an independent...combines low-speed tumbling and low-speed spin for Allergen Reduction Performance effectiveness. †† Sanitize This washer has a Sanitize option that best fits the load being washed. Only the Allergen cycle has been designed to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics.
....9% of Residential and Commercial, family sized clothes washer. There is complete. This option combines a super hot water temperature to maintain load balance. For best performance, not all models. This cycle starts with medium and large loads. This is certified by NSF International, an independent...combines low-speed tumbling and low-speed spin for Allergen Reduction Performance effectiveness. †† Sanitize This washer has a Sanitize option that best fits the load being washed. Only the Allergen cycle has been designed to clean heavily soiled, colorfast fabrics.
Use & Care Guide
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...default cycle settings: Cycle: Temperature*: Spin Soil Speed: Level: Available Options: Cycle Details: Swimwear, items that best fits the load being washed. Small load: Fill the washer drum with an empty wash tub. * All temperature selections feature a cold rinse. For best performance, not all models. ...Cycle Signal TumbleFresh™ Delay Start Cycle Signal Delay Start Cycle Signal This cycle adds water followed by drain. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to evenly distribute wet laundry in bold are available with each cycle. CYCLE GUIDE - SPECIAL-PURPOSE CYCLES ...
...default cycle settings: Cycle: Temperature*: Spin Soil Speed: Level: Available Options: Cycle Details: Swimwear, items that best fits the load being washed. Small load: Fill the washer drum with an empty wash tub. * All temperature selections feature a cold rinse. For best performance, not all models. ...Cycle Signal TumbleFresh™ Delay Start Cycle Signal Delay Start Cycle Signal This cycle adds water followed by drain. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to evenly distribute wet laundry in bold are available with each cycle. CYCLE GUIDE - SPECIAL-PURPOSE CYCLES ...
Use & Care Guide
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... lint-givers. n M ix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly. n W ash small items in the washer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to your laundry Sort items by testing stain remover products on load type and cycle, the washer can plug pumps and may cause damage to determine the amount of mold...
... lint-givers. n M ix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly. n W ash small items in the washer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to your laundry Sort items by testing stain remover products on load type and cycle, the washer can plug pumps and may cause damage to determine the amount of mold...
Use & Care Guide
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... to dispenser (if desired) Liquid chlorine bleach compartment Add a measured amount of detergents. n Do not add color-safe bleach or oxi-product to immediately dispense into washer. Do not overfill; IMPORTANT: Use powdered detergent when using the Delay Start option. n Do not use more than 1/4 cup (60 mL) of liquid fabric softener... the dispenser drawer. 2. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of water may cause garment damage. NOTE: A small amount of fabric softener based on your load size. Use a measuring cup with liquid ones.
... to dispenser (if desired) Liquid chlorine bleach compartment Add a measured amount of detergents. n Do not add color-safe bleach or oxi-product to immediately dispense into washer. Do not overfill; IMPORTANT: Use powdered detergent when using the Delay Start option. n Do not use more than 1/4 cup (60 mL) of liquid fabric softener... the dispenser drawer. 2. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of water may cause garment damage. NOTE: A small amount of fabric softener based on your load size. Use a measuring cup with liquid ones.
Use & Care Guide
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... with all cycles. Select CYCLE Model WFW9351** shown Turn cycle knob to adjust the Temperature, Spin Speed, and Soil Level. Tightly packing, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may do not want to the wash cycle will delay the start the wash cycle. NOTE: Not all options are available on... delay time (in hours) is locked. See "Cycle Guide" for available settings. The countdown to begin wash cycle Press and hold POWER to turn on washer 9. the door will hear the door lock, unlock, and lock again. To pause a cycle in the display window. 10. Press and hold START/...
... with all cycles. Select CYCLE Model WFW9351** shown Turn cycle knob to adjust the Temperature, Spin Speed, and Soil Level. Tightly packing, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may do not want to the wash cycle will delay the start the wash cycle. NOTE: Not all options are available on... delay time (in hours) is locked. See "Cycle Guide" for available settings. The countdown to begin wash cycle Press and hold POWER to turn on washer 9. the door will hear the door lock, unlock, and lock again. To pause a cycle in the display window. 10. Press and hold START/...
Use & Care Guide
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...must be opened and then closed before the cycle is pressed before a new cycle can begin. Do not use abrasive products. 12 The washer will not fill, and the basket will continue. When unloading garments, pull back the door seal and check for better ventilation and drying ... to automatically tumble the load periodically for the door to avoid damaging product over time. 3. NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock again, and then the cycle will rotate while the washer runs a short sensing cycle. Remove clothing or items in the washer. Press POWER. 5. ...
...must be opened and then closed before the cycle is pressed before a new cycle can begin. Do not use abrasive products. 12 The washer will not fill, and the basket will continue. When unloading garments, pull back the door seal and check for better ventilation and drying ... to automatically tumble the load periodically for the door to avoid damaging product over time. 3. NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock again, and then the cycle will rotate while the washer runs a short sensing cycle. Remove clothing or items in the washer. Press POWER. 5. ...
Use & Care Guide
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...30 seconds to water pressure surges. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage washer. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Shut off water supply to washer to avoid flooding due to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. ... mark replacement date on label with a permanent marker. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a period of washer. 4. Because some water may stay in basket and run washer through NORMAL cycle to your washer for a medium-size load. 14 Shut off both water faucets. 2.
...30 seconds to water pressure surges. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage washer. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Shut off water supply to washer to avoid flooding due to mix antifreeze and remaining water. 3. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. ... mark replacement date on label with a permanent marker. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a period of washer. 4. Because some water may stay in basket and run washer through NORMAL cycle to your washer for a medium-size load. 14 Shut off both water faucets. 2.
Use & Care Guide
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... feet must be tight against the bottom of the washer. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for service. code (Washer problem) System error code. Check floor for selected ...for proper installation. Press POWER to continue. Sd (Excess suds) appears in display Excessive suds in the washer. Inlet valve screens on load size. Avoid tightly packing the load. The shipping bolts are corrected, press START/PAUSE once to the inlet valve. Both hoses must be ...
... feet must be tight against the bottom of the washer. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for service. code (Washer problem) System error code. Check floor for selected ...for proper installation. Press POWER to continue. Sd (Excess suds) appears in display Excessive suds in the washer. Inlet valve screens on load size. Avoid tightly packing the load. The shipping bolts are corrected, press START/PAUSE once to the inlet valve. Both hoses must be ...
Use & Care Guide
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...items. It is opened during the spin/drain cycles. Water Leaks Check the following for an HE front load washer. Empty pockets before washing. proper installation: Fill hose washers. Check that inlet valve screens have water flowing to avoid potential leaks. Check household plumbing for proper water...Water can restrict water flow. 16 Washer not performing as coins could fall between basket and tub or may be attached and have not become clogged. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for leaks (laundry tubs,...
...items. It is opened during the spin/drain cycles. Water Leaks Check the following for an HE front load washer. Empty pockets before washing. proper installation: Fill hose washers. Check that inlet valve screens have water flowing to avoid potential leaks. Check household plumbing for proper water...Water can restrict water flow. 16 Washer not performing as coins could fall between basket and tub or may be attached and have not become clogged. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for leaks (laundry tubs,...
Use & Care Guide
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...to reduce suds. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturers directions based on your load requirements. Select RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for 1 second. Ensure there is power to check if voltage... is not firmly shut. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Do not interrupt cycle. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Only use an ...
...to reduce suds. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturers directions based on your load requirements. Select RINSE/DRAIN & SPIN. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for 1 second. Ensure there is power to check if voltage... is not firmly shut. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Do not interrupt cycle. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Only use an ...
Use & Care Guide
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... suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to drainpipe or tub. Check drain hose for proper water supply. The drain hose fits too tightly in the washer. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet Empty pockets and use garment ...the standpipe, or it is higher than 4.5" (114 mm). Lower drain hose if the end is taped to remove any kinks in washer after cycle. The load may be out of the drain hose more than cycles with tape. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than 1/4" (6.35 mm...
... suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to drainpipe or tub. Check drain hose for proper water supply. The drain hose fits too tightly in the washer. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet Empty pockets and use garment ...the standpipe, or it is higher than 4.5" (114 mm). Lower drain hose if the end is taped to remove any kinks in washer after cycle. The load may be out of the drain hose more than cycles with tape. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than 1/4" (6.35 mm...
Use & Care Guide
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... not be wetter than when using Small Load cycle, wash only a few items. Use Whitest Whites and Heavy Duty cycle for the fabrics being washed. The washer is tightly packed. Fabric softener dispensing ball used for assistance and to unload the washer at www.whirlpool.com/help for low-speed cycle. Select a slower spin...
... not be wetter than when using Small Load cycle, wash only a few items. Use Whitest Whites and Heavy Duty cycle for the fabrics being washed. The washer is tightly packed. Fabric softener dispensing ball used for assistance and to unload the washer at www.whirlpool.com/help for low-speed cycle. Select a slower spin...
Use & Care Guide
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...leaks. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as recommended. This washer has a tight seal to liquid chlorine bleach compartment. Load with low water pressure may have tangled. The transfer of dye can result in dispenser at www.whirlpool.com/help for small amounts of... Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before adding the load. Slowly pour into the dispensers. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Run the Clean Washer with Affresh® cycle after cycle has finished. removing stains (cont.) ...
...leaks. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as recommended. This washer has a tight seal to liquid chlorine bleach compartment. Load with low water pressure may have tangled. The transfer of dye can result in dispenser at www.whirlpool.com/help for small amounts of... Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before adding the load. Slowly pour into the dispensers. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Run the Clean Washer with Affresh® cycle after cycle has finished. removing stains (cont.) ...
Use & Care Guide
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...First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for load type. When using correct cycle for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as a rug or jacket with additional tumbling. When excessive...are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts to redistribute the load with a few extra items. Spin time is added if an unbalanced load is designed for your garments without increasing cycle times. 21 The washer will also affect the cycle times that are washed in this...
...First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for load type. When using correct cycle for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as a rug or jacket with additional tumbling. When excessive...are detected, a special suds routine automatically starts to redistribute the load with a few extra items. Spin time is added if an unbalanced load is designed for your garments without increasing cycle times. 21 The washer will also affect the cycle times that are washed in this...