Dimension Guide
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... serving only this appliance be at least 30" (762 mm) high; If you must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of your Washer User Instructions. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Specifications subject to change...
... serving only this appliance be at least 30" (762 mm) high; If you must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of your Washer User Instructions. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice. Specifications subject to change...
Installation Instructions
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... shipped unassembled) Transport bolt hole plugs (4) Flashlight Bucket Available Accessories: An optional matching pedestal is available for installation are in the washer basket. Tools needed: Optional tools: Adjustable or open end wrenches 1⁄2" (13 mm) and 9⁄16" (14 mm... mm) diameter to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your Use and Care Guide. Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) n 8212656RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) n 8212641RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) n 8212546RP 4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet ...
... shipped unassembled) Transport bolt hole plugs (4) Flashlight Bucket Available Accessories: An optional matching pedestal is available for installation are in the washer basket. Tools needed: Optional tools: Adjustable or open end wrenches 1⁄2" (13 mm) and 9⁄16" (14 mm... mm) diameter to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm) Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your Use and Care Guide. Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) n 8212656RP 10 ft. (3.0 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) n 8212641RP 5 ft. (1.5 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM (2 pack) n 8212546RP 4 ft. (1.2 m) Inlet ...
Installation Instructions
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...) 311/2" (800 mm) All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Space must support washer's total weight (with foam backing is not recommended. If a closet door or louvered door is your responsibility. n Hot and cold water...floor moldings. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are the minimum required. Installing on washer, and water pressure of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ease of 20-100 psi (137.9-...
...) 311/2" (800 mm) All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Space must support washer's total weight (with foam backing is not recommended. If a closet door or louvered door is your responsibility. n Hot and cold water...floor moldings. LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in door are the minimum required. Installing on washer, and water pressure of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ease of 20-100 psi (137.9-...
Installation Instructions
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.../2" (113 mm) min. 30" (762 mm) Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be inside standpipe. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, only 4.5" (113 mm) of washer. See "Alternative Parts". See "Alternative Parts". Floor drain system Wall standpipe drain system 41/2" (113 mm...be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Minimum diameter for floor standpipe drain system. 4 Top of washer. Select method you have an overhead sewer and need . install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of drain hose should be ...
.../2" (113 mm) min. 30" (762 mm) Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be inside standpipe. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, only 4.5" (113 mm) of washer. See "Alternative Parts". See "Alternative Parts". Floor drain system Wall standpipe drain system 41/2" (113 mm...be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Minimum diameter for floor standpipe drain system. 4 Top of washer. Select method you have an overhead sewer and need . install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of drain hose should be ...
Installation Instructions
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...have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Check with all shipping materials for electric current. For a permanently connected washer: This washer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be plugged into an ... not ground to a gas pipe. n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of washer. 5 grounding conductor can result in doubt as to whether the appliance is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that ...
...have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Check with all shipping materials for electric current. For a permanently connected washer: This washer must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor must be plugged into an ... not ground to a gas pipe. n Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of washer. 5 grounding conductor can result in doubt as to whether the appliance is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that ...
Installation Instructions
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... transport bolts from back of hole. Discard bolts and spacers. 4. C over top of washer to allow free access to center of washer. Attach drain hose to avoid suspension and structural damage, a certified technician must properly set up washer for relocation. 6 Place power cord over end of drain hose onto drain port and... secure with attached cap. NOTE: If washer is not already in rear panel and close hole with clamp. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to step 9. See "Alternative Parts...
... transport bolts from back of hole. Discard bolts and spacers. 4. C over top of washer to allow free access to center of washer. Attach drain hose to avoid suspension and structural damage, a certified technician must properly set up washer for relocation. 6 Place power cord over end of drain hose onto drain port and... secure with attached cap. NOTE: If washer is not already in rear panel and close hole with clamp. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to step 9. See "Alternative Parts...
Installation Instructions
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... used. Use pliers to hot water faucet. Clear water lines Run water for cold water faucet. Drain hose form must be connected to the washer. 10. Repeat this step with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to inlet valves. ...the drain hose. Attach hose to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. In most standard configurations, hoses will need additional parts with flat washers. For optimal performance, hot and cold water must be attached and have water flowing to prevent clogs. Screw on coupling by hand until ...
... used. Use pliers to hot water faucet. Clear water lines Run water for cold water faucet. Drain hose form must be connected to the washer. 10. Repeat this step with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to inlet valves. ...the drain hose. Attach hose to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. In most standard configurations, hoses will need additional parts with flat washers. For optimal performance, hot and cold water must be attached and have water flowing to prevent clogs. Screw on coupling by hand until ...
Installation Instructions
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... n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are firmly on top edges of washer place level here Attach hot water hose to washer Level Washer Leveling your washer properly reduces excess noise and vibration. 15. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 4.54".5" (113 mm) 4.5"... (113 mm) 4.5" (113 mm) Grip washer from side to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for future reference. If all four feet are found. 13. Screw coupling...
... n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are firmly on top edges of washer place level here Attach hot water hose to washer Level Washer Leveling your washer properly reduces excess noise and vibration. 15. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 4.54".5" (113 mm) 4.5"... (113 mm) 4.5" (113 mm) Grip washer from side to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for future reference. If all four feet are found. 13. Screw coupling...
Installation Instructions
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... feet are firmly in contact with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. q Dispose of/recycle all parts are firmly in your Washer Use and Care Guide. Repeat as needed. Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check... turn jam nuts counterclockwise on . q Check that you have all four feet are now installed. q Remove protective film from back of your washer, press power and choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it without clothes. q To test and clean your tools. Use only HE detergent....
... feet are firmly in contact with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. q Dispose of/recycle all parts are firmly in your Washer Use and Care Guide. Repeat as needed. Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check... turn jam nuts counterclockwise on . q Check that you have all four feet are now installed. q Remove protective film from back of your washer, press power and choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it without clothes. q To test and clean your tools. Use only HE detergent....
Owners Manual
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... is at a premium, the stack kit allows the dryer to be installed on options and ordering, contact your new washer and dryer with the following genuine Whirlpool accessories. ACCESSORIES Customize your dealer, or visit: www.whirlpool.com. 15" Pedestal Color matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to a more comfortable working and storage area.
... is at a premium, the stack kit allows the dryer to be installed on options and ordering, contact your new washer and dryer with the following genuine Whirlpool accessories. ACCESSORIES Customize your dealer, or visit: www.whirlpool.com. 15" Pedestal Color matched pedestals raise the washer and dryer to a more comfortable working and storage area.
Owners Manual
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... hours on models with Steam, and 12 hours on non-Steam models. 4 Press to stop/cancel a cycle at any time. 2 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use your washer. Steam models 2 1 3 4 5 8 7 9 C B 6 D A HE detergent B Liquid fabric A softener C Chlorine bleach D Oxi Dispense Non-Steam models 1 2 3 4 5 9 C B 7 8 6 A HE detergent B Liquid fabric softener A C Chlorine bleach 1 POWER BUTTON Press to...
... hours on models with Steam, and 12 hours on non-Steam models. 4 Press to stop/cancel a cycle at any time. 2 WASH CYCLE KNOB Use your washer. Steam models 2 1 3 4 5 8 7 9 C B 6 D A HE detergent B Liquid fabric A softener C Chlorine bleach D Oxi Dispense Non-Steam models 1 2 3 4 5 9 C B 7 8 6 A HE detergent B Liquid fabric softener A C Chlorine bleach 1 POWER BUTTON Press to...
Owners Manual
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... for about one second to ensure they are available on each cycle. The EcoBoost™ option provides additional energy savings through the washer to turn button sounds on or off automatically after the wash cycle. You may also be displayed. An integrated heater helps to ...the bottom of the display will lock while the FanFresh option is open, and turn off . 6 OPTION BUTTONS Use these buttons to turn the washer off . NOTE: Press and hold detergent when using the Presoak option. 5 A High Efficiency "HE" detergent compartment This compartment holds liquid or ...
... for about one second to ensure they are available on each cycle. The EcoBoost™ option provides additional energy savings through the washer to turn button sounds on or off automatically after the wash cycle. You may also be displayed. An integrated heater helps to ...the bottom of the display will lock while the FanFresh option is open, and turn off . 6 OPTION BUTTONS Use these buttons to turn the washer off . NOTE: Press and hold detergent when using the Presoak option. 5 A High Efficiency "HE" detergent compartment This compartment holds liquid or ...
Owners Manual
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... Not all cycles and options are available on clothing, bedding, and towels. This cycle is complete. Small load: Fill the washer drum with sanitize wash temperature selected have been designed to meet the requirements of items Hand Wash Warm* labeled "handwash": Warm undergarments...Effectiveness. Load Size Recommendations For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for reduced drying times. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to maintain load balance. NOTE: Use mesh garment bags as needed quickly. Heavily soiled white Whitest Sanitize† ...
... Not all cycles and options are available on clothing, bedding, and towels. This cycle is complete. Small load: Fill the washer drum with sanitize wash temperature selected have been designed to meet the requirements of items Hand Wash Warm* labeled "handwash": Warm undergarments...Effectiveness. Load Size Recommendations For best results, follow the load size recommendations noted for reduced drying times. Large load: Fill the washer drum up to maintain load balance. NOTE: Use mesh garment bags as needed quickly. Heavily soiled white Whitest Sanitize† ...
Owners Manual
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...that these cycles reduce 99.9% of NSF Protocol P172 for Allergen Reduction Performance effectiveness. 7 For best performance, not all settings are in washer. Make sure no carryover of bacteria between loads after the cycle is no clothes are available with each cycle, and some options cannot... to remind you may wish to set to kill dust mites. Only cycles with sanitize wash temperature selected have been designed to run the Clean Washer cycle. * All temperature selections feature a Cold rinse, except Warm*, which features a warm wash and a warm rinse. † Sanitize Cycles ...
...that these cycles reduce 99.9% of NSF Protocol P172 for Allergen Reduction Performance effectiveness. 7 For best performance, not all settings are in washer. Make sure no carryover of bacteria between loads after the cycle is no clothes are available with each cycle, and some options cannot... to remind you may wish to set to kill dust mites. Only cycles with sanitize wash temperature selected have been designed to run the Clean Washer cycle. * All temperature selections feature a Cold rinse, except Warm*, which features a warm wash and a warm rinse. † Sanitize Cycles ...
Owners Manual
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... for the best performance. n Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly. n Wash small items in the washer. Use only HE detergent. This initial cycle serves to items during the final installation step, choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it firmly .... n Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trim and ornaments. n Turn knits inside seam. 8 Open the washer door. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up of detergent to reduce wrinkling and tangling. n Do not dry garments if stains remain after ...
... for the best performance. n Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items. Load evenly. n Wash small items in the washer. Use only HE detergent. This initial cycle serves to items during the final installation step, choose the QUICK WASH cycle and run it firmly .... n Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and remove non-washable trim and ornaments. n Turn knits inside seam. 8 Open the washer door. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up of detergent to reduce wrinkling and tangling. n Do not dry garments if stains remain after ...
Owners Manual
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... boosters or color-safe bleach to the right. When using the Presoak option, 1/3 of detergent, powdered or liquid. Liquid detergent may be dispensed into the washer too early. Liquid detergent: Slide the selector to the left . IMPORTANT: Use powdered detergent when using the Delay Wash option. Slowly close the dispenser drawer...
... boosters or color-safe bleach to the right. When using the Presoak option, 1/3 of detergent, powdered or liquid. Liquid detergent may be dispensed into the washer too early. Liquid detergent: Slide the selector to the left . IMPORTANT: Use powdered detergent when using the Delay Wash option. Slowly close the dispenser drawer...
Owners Manual
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...liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. Make sure the drawer is closed completely, then press and hold POWER to turn on the washer. Four compartment dispenser shown Liquid chlorine bleach compartment Add a measured amount of detergent, powdered or liquid. 7. n Do not use ... 5. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser (if desired) Four compartment dispenser shown On models with a pour spout; Be sure to this washer. do not guess. Use a measuring cup with a 4-compartment dispenser, add Oxi booster or color safe bleach to the Oxi compartment. IMPORTANT...
...liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. Make sure the drawer is closed completely, then press and hold POWER to turn on the washer. Four compartment dispenser shown Liquid chlorine bleach compartment Add a measured amount of detergent, powdered or liquid. 7. n Do not use ... 5. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser (if desired) Four compartment dispenser shown On models with a pour spout; Be sure to this washer. do not guess. Use a measuring cup with a 4-compartment dispenser, add Oxi booster or color safe bleach to the Oxi compartment. IMPORTANT...
Owners Manual
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... your wash cycle. Unlocking the door to add garments: If you may choose the DELAY START option. Adjusting the Soil Level will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. See "Cycle Guide" for available settings. 10. To cancel a cycle, press the POWER button. This will show the default ...cycle. 8. Setting a delayed start of the wash cycle by up to increase the cycle time. The washer door will hear the door lock, unlock, and lock again. This may also cause the washer to 16 hours on models with all cycles. 9. Once you will remain locked during the wash cycle....
... your wash cycle. Unlocking the door to add garments: If you may choose the DELAY START option. Adjusting the Soil Level will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. See "Cycle Guide" for available settings. 10. To cancel a cycle, press the POWER button. This will show the default ...cycle. 8. Setting a delayed start of the wash cycle by up to increase the cycle time. The washer door will hear the door lock, unlock, and lock again. This may also cause the washer to 16 hours on models with all cycles. 9. Once you will remain locked during the wash cycle....
Owners Manual
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... shown The Cycle Status Lights show that the cycle is using a Steam boost for the necessary time to indicate that are different from traditional washers. At each stage of a cycle. This sensing process will continue until the correct amount of the cycle allows gentle tumbling for water and... spin speed. FanFresh™ The FanFresh™ indicator will begin tumbling and adding water. Once the door has locked the second time, the washer will light when the FanFresh™ option is added in the cycle. Sanitized Sanitized will light to show the progress of the process, you...
... shown The Cycle Status Lights show that the cycle is using a Steam boost for the necessary time to indicate that are different from traditional washers. At each stage of a cycle. This sensing process will continue until the correct amount of the cycle allows gentle tumbling for water and... spin speed. FanFresh™ The FanFresh™ indicator will begin tumbling and adding water. Once the door has locked the second time, the washer will light when the FanFresh™ option is added in the cycle. Sanitized Sanitized will light to show the progress of the process, you...
Owners Manual
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... Press and hold START/PAUSE. Open and remove any spills. 2. Then repeat steps 3-6 to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging washer finish, do not use more than recommended amount of bleach to avoid odor and rusting of metal objects on garments. 13. NOTE: n After...some water, and the basket will continue. To avoid odors, leave the door open slightly, to allow it will light. Press POWER to CLEAN WASHER cycle. To clean exterior: 1. Press POWER. 5. This will appear in the wash drum. R emove garments promptly after the wash cycle is empty...
... Press and hold START/PAUSE. Open and remove any spills. 2. Then repeat steps 3-6 to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging washer finish, do not use more than recommended amount of bleach to avoid odor and rusting of metal objects on garments. 13. NOTE: n After...some water, and the basket will continue. To avoid odors, leave the door open slightly, to allow it will light. Press POWER to CLEAN WASHER cycle. To clean exterior: 1. Press POWER. 5. This will appear in the wash drum. R emove garments promptly after the wash cycle is empty...
