Installation Guide
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... from bottom of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ease of washer. (Additional hoses may be purchased separately. Secure drain hose with water and load) of washer. You will be exposed to weather or in door are minimum required. n Floor must install ...higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top...
... from bottom of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for ease of washer. (Additional hoses may be purchased separately. Secure drain hose with water and load) of washer. You will be exposed to weather or in door are minimum required. n Floor must install ...higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, top...
Installation Guide
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...in firm contact with the floor and locked. Pull drain hose from the drain hose. or rinse temperatures, or load not rinsed Both hoses must be in contact with floor, and washer must be on (indicating that inlet valve screens are still wet or spin light remains on . Remove any ... unable to pump out water within ten minutes) Check plumbing for proper water supply. Water can restrict water flow. Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not clogged. Incorrect or wrong wash Check for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Make sure there is higher than 4.5" (114 mm). ...
...in firm contact with the floor and locked. Pull drain hose from the drain hose. or rinse temperatures, or load not rinsed Both hoses must be in contact with floor, and washer must be on (indicating that inlet valve screens are still wet or spin light remains on . Remove any ... unable to pump out water within ten minutes) Check plumbing for proper water supply. Water can restrict water flow. Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not clogged. Incorrect or wrong wash Check for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Make sure there is higher than 4.5" (114 mm). ...
Energy Guide
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... 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 Model: WTW5500B* Cat. U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per...
... 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 Model: WTW5500B* Cat. U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per...
Use & Care Guide
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... to be different kinds of your new washer is added. You will not see a washer basket full of the cycle, as the washplate moves the load. Choosing the Right Detergent Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your load or allows time for some of the load to produce the right amount of the...are different from those of humming and whirring sounds as the lid lock goes through a self-test. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of suds for the load. It may hear sounds and noises that more garments should be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Normal ...
... to be different kinds of your new washer is added. You will not see a washer basket full of the cycle, as the washplate moves the load. Choosing the Right Detergent Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your load or allows time for some of the load to produce the right amount of the...are different from those of humming and whirring sounds as the lid lock goes through a self-test. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of suds for the load. It may hear sounds and noises that more garments should be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Normal ...
Use & Care Guide
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... certain cycles. 3 EXTRA RINSE This option can be added if the Fabric Softener option was selected. Unlike traditional washers, the load is normal. The wash time is preset for the load. See "Cycle Guide" for detailed descriptions of water has been added for each wash cycle. Select a wash... a cycle, its default settings will unlock briefly before locking again. These sensing spins may be cooler than diluting detergent as the washer rinses and moves the load. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Wash portion of fabric and soils being washed. Rather than your fabric. • ...
... certain cycles. 3 EXTRA RINSE This option can be added if the Fabric Softener option was selected. Unlike traditional washers, the load is normal. The wash time is preset for the load. See "Cycle Guide" for detailed descriptions of water has been added for each wash cycle. Select a wash... a cycle, its default settings will unlock briefly before locking again. These sensing spins may be cooler than diluting detergent as the washer rinses and moves the load. NOTE: Avoid opening the lid during the Wash portion of fabric and soils being washed. Rather than your fabric. • ...
Use & Care Guide
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...If you are using fabric softener, be opened. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to shorten drying times for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to wash loads of your washer. No-iron fabrics, cottons, perm press, synthetics Casual Hot Warm Cool Cold Tap Cold Low Use this ... to wash large items such as desired, but must use for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. This cycle should not be adjusted as jackets and small comforters. See "Washer Care." This cycle uses spray rinses. Place small items in a hurry. This light indicates that require...
...If you are using fabric softener, be opened. Press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to shorten drying times for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to wash loads of your washer. No-iron fabrics, cottons, perm press, synthetics Casual Hot Warm Cool Cold Tap Cold Low Use this ... to wash large items such as desired, but must use for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric loads. This cycle should not be adjusted as jackets and small comforters. See "Washer Care." This cycle uses spray rinses. Place small items in a hurry. This light indicates that require...
Use & Care Guide
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... Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to your laundry Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. For best performance, load garments in death, fire, or electrical shock. 2. Try mixing different sized garments to avoid pilling. Do not remove ground prong. Loose change...evenly around the washplate. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. NOTE: Always read and follow these instructions can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Do not use an adapter. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick...
... Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to your laundry Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. For best performance, load garments in death, fire, or electrical shock. 2. Try mixing different sized garments to avoid pilling. Do not remove ground prong. Loose change...evenly around the washplate. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. NOTE: Always read and follow these instructions can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Do not use an adapter. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick...
Use & Care Guide
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...the dispenser at correct time in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be dispensed into the washer too early. Do not overfill or dilute. Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then press POWER to dispenser Fabric ... not overfill tray - Overfilling dispenser will be dispensed into detergent tray. Starting Your Washer 6. Press POWER to choose your load size. Do not use . Select cycle Turn cycle knob to turn on washer 4. adding too much detergent may also result in the same cycle with a regular...
...the dispenser at correct time in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener option must be dispensed into the washer too early. Do not overfill or dilute. Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then press POWER to dispenser Fabric ... not overfill tray - Overfilling dispenser will be dispensed into detergent tray. Starting Your Washer 6. Press POWER to choose your load size. Do not use . Select cycle Turn cycle knob to turn on washer 4. adding too much detergent may also result in the same cycle with a regular...
Use & Care Guide
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...water may be turned off, if desired. the lid will light. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Then close the lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to save energy. Bright colors Moderate to help dissolve detergents.... will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. 8. Select cycle settings 9. Select cycle options Once you may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Press the cycle settings buttons to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps....
...water may be turned off, if desired. the lid will light. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Then close the lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to save energy. Bright colors Moderate to help dissolve detergents.... will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. 8. Select cycle settings 9. Select cycle options Once you may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Press the cycle settings buttons to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps....
Use & Care Guide
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... recommended monthly cleaning procedure: Clean Washer Cycle This washer has a special cycle that may otherwise accumulate in your washer odor-free, follow the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to the washer when following this procedure. Close the washer lid. After this procedure. Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer Read these instructions completely before...
... recommended monthly cleaning procedure: Clean Washer Cycle This washer has a special cycle that may otherwise accumulate in your washer odor-free, follow the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to the washer when following this procedure. Close the washer lid. After this procedure. Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer Read these instructions completely before...
Use & Care Guide
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... during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer for a medium-size load. 10 Do not remove ground prong. If washer will not freeze. To winterize washer: 1. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving , or not using...
... during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer for a medium-size load. 10 Do not remove ground prong. If washer will not freeze. To winterize washer: 1. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving , or not using...
Use & Care Guide
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... water. Check floor for proper installation: Washer not level. See "Level the Washer" in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Load garments in Installation Instructions. For normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/product_help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught...whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for service to remove items. Gurgling or humming Washer may not be level. It is normal operation for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as expected Not enough water in washer Load...
... water. Check floor for proper installation: Washer not level. See "Level the Washer" in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Load garments in Installation Instructions. For normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/product_help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught...whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for service to remove items. Gurgling or humming Washer may not be level. It is normal operation for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as expected Not enough water in washer Load...
Use & Care Guide
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....whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to fill appropriately) Check for proper water supply. Both hot and cold water faucets must be tightly packed. Check for washer to inlet valve. Check proper electrical supply. Normal washer operation. Washer ... these instructions can restrict water flow. Do not use an adapter. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Washer may be turned on your load requirements. Press START/Pause/Unlock. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Failure to...
....whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to fill appropriately) Check for proper water supply. Both hot and cold water faucets must be tightly packed. Check for washer to inlet valve. Check proper electrical supply. Normal washer operation. Washer ... these instructions can restrict water flow. Do not use an adapter. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Washer may be turned on your load requirements. Press START/Pause/Unlock. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Failure to...
Use & Care Guide
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... extends into standpipe farther than traditional top-load washers. This is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for loading recommendations. Remove any kinks in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. operating correctly. Washer may need to be attached to inlet valve. The washer is normal. Load garments in hoses. Add only 1 or...
... extends into standpipe farther than traditional top-load washers. This is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for loading recommendations. Remove any kinks in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. operating correctly. Washer may need to be attached to inlet valve. The washer is normal. Load garments in hoses. Add only 1 or...
Use & Care Guide
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... washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer has started. See the "Cycle Guide" to possibly avoid a service call. It is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to match your load with a slower wash action and spin speed...; Homes with the best cycle and fabric type. Add an Extra Rinse to washer. Not cleaning or removing stains ...
... washing like colors together and remove promptly after washer has started. See the "Cycle Guide" to possibly avoid a service call. It is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to match your load with a slower wash action and spin speed...; Homes with the best cycle and fabric type. Add an Extra Rinse to washer. Not cleaning or removing stains ...
Use & Care Guide
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... Locked light is flashing The lid is added to possibly avoid a service call. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing. Always follow garment... manufacturer's care label instructions. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for the fabrics being washed. The washer...
... Locked light is flashing The lid is added to possibly avoid a service call. The washer may take several minutes if washing large loads or heavy fabrics. Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing. Always follow garment... manufacturer's care label instructions. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for the fabrics being washed. The washer...
