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... toll-free numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide. Drain hose with clamp, U-form, and cable tie Inlet hoses with flat washers To order, please refer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain hose too short Extension Drain Hose Part Number 285863 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Lint clogged drain Drain Protector Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room...
... toll-free numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide. Drain hose with clamp, U-form, and cable tie Inlet hoses with flat washers To order, please refer to 1" (25 mm) diameter Standpipe Adapter Part Number 3363920 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Drain hose too short Extension Drain Hose Part Number 285863 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 Lint clogged drain Drain Protector Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room...
Installation Guide
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... washer. Installing on the sides. This washer has been tested for installation with cable tie. 3 n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on all sides of 0" (0 mm) clearance on carpet is not recommended. Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in your Use and Care Guide for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Select method you will need a sump pump system. Floor drain...
... washer. Installing on the sides. This washer has been tested for installation with cable tie. 3 n A grounded electrical outlet located within 3 ft (0.9 m) of hot and cold water fill valves on all sides of 0" (0 mm) clearance on carpet is not recommended. Proper installation is installed, top and bottom air openings in your Use and Care Guide for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Select method you will need a sump pump system. Floor drain...
Installation Guide
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... instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Set washer upright. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the right. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is necessary for proper operation and to a gas pipe. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire...
... instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. Remove shipping base To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer. 1. Set washer upright. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the right. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is necessary for proper operation and to a gas pipe. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire...
Installation Guide
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... with a red ring. Check for leaks. A small amount of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Use pliers to check for leaks Turn on valve when attaching to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. Attach hot water hose to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . CONNECT INLET HOSES Washer must use old hoses. Water should run until clear. 7. Make note of the drain hose.
... with a red ring. Check for leaks. A small amount of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Use pliers to check for leaks Turn on valve when attaching to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. Attach hot water hose to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . CONNECT INLET HOSES Washer must use old hoses. Water should run until clear. 7. Make note of the drain hose.
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Place a level on top edges of sides. Check levelness of front using lid, as needed. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with plastic feet, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to its final location. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall...
Place a level on top edges of sides. Check levelness of front using lid, as needed. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on feet until they are about 4" (102 mm) with plastic feet, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to its final location. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall...
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... from washer. q Read "Washer Care" in your tools. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). q Check that all packaging materials. Select any tape remaining on . Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. Close lid. 16...
... from washer. q Read "Washer Care" in your tools. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). q Check that all packaging materials. Select any tape remaining on . Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. Close lid. 16...
Use & Care Guide
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... Under the Lid? Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with Less Water WWaasshhpplalattee Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you may hear a clicking and hum at all as the lid lock goes through a self-test. It may hear sounds and noises that more items should be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." See "Using Laundry Product Dispensers" for the best performance. Improved Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most...
... Under the Lid? Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with Less Water WWaasshhpplalattee Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you may hear a clicking and hum at all as the lid lock goes through a self-test. It may hear sounds and noises that more items should be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." See "Using Laundry Product Dispensers" for the best performance. Improved Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most...
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... Soil Level for more damp. 7 LID The Lid Lock ( ) indicator lights up when the lid is preset for added cleaning power. Steam Clean uses a heater within the washer to complete a load after power interruption. It will add additional agitation and soak time to delay the start of fabric and soils being washed. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the type of the wash cycle up . DELAY START Touch Delay Start to the cycle. NOTE...
... Soil Level for more damp. 7 LID The Lid Lock ( ) indicator lights up when the lid is preset for added cleaning power. Steam Clean uses a heater within the washer to complete a load after power interruption. It will add additional agitation and soak time to delay the start of fabric and soils being washed. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the type of the wash cycle up . DELAY START Touch Delay Start to the cycle. NOTE...
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... cleaning a R R a a a a a a a NA a a a a a a a a 8 Then determine how you want to Wash" selection. Recommended Cycle a - Alternate Cycle Blank - For best fabric care, choose the cycle that to wash. Normal • Powerful Soil Removal • Regular What do you want the washer to wash them and select the appropriate "How to wash? See chart below for your "What to Wash" selection. R - "How to wash? Cycle Guide The Whirlpool® Cabrio® washer, has a unique user...
... cleaning a R R a a a a a a a NA a a a a a a a a 8 Then determine how you want to Wash" selection. Recommended Cycle a - Alternate Cycle Blank - For best fabric care, choose the cycle that to wash. Normal • Powerful Soil Removal • Regular What do you want the washer to wash them and select the appropriate "How to wash? See chart below for your "What to Wash" selection. R - "How to wash? Cycle Guide The Whirlpool® Cabrio® washer, has a unique user...
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... cycle settings buttons to cancel Delay Start. Bright colors Moderate to pause delay start : 1. IMPORTANT: When delaying a cycle, use liquid HE detergent only in soil removal and to your hot water heater setting Whites and pastels Durable items Heavy soils Warm Some cold water will power off. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to help dissolve detergents. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water...
... cycle settings buttons to cancel Delay Start. Bright colors Moderate to pause delay start : 1. IMPORTANT: When delaying a cycle, use liquid HE detergent only in soil removal and to your hot water heater setting Whites and pastels Durable items Heavy soils Warm Some cold water will power off. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to help dissolve detergents. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils Cold Warm water...
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... and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do not interrupt cycle. Cleaning the Inside of the Washer To keep your washer odor-free, follow the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of Clean Washer Cycle Operation: 1. This cycle will be interrupted, touch POWER. g. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative): a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items. b. Add 1 cup (236 mL) of more liquid chlorine bleach than is complete, leave the lid open between uses...
... and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do not interrupt cycle. Cleaning the Inside of the Washer To keep your washer odor-free, follow the HE detergent manufacturer's instructions regarding the amount of Clean Washer Cycle Operation: 1. This cycle will be interrupted, touch POWER. g. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative): a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items. b. Add 1 cup (236 mL) of more liquid chlorine bleach than is complete, leave the lid open between uses...
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... disconnect power to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. IMPORTANT: Dispenser drawer and tray are home. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Refer to Installation Instructions to washer. 2. Turn on RINSE & SPIN cycle for a medium-size load. 14 Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. If you are not dishwasher safe. If storing or moving , or not using a mild detergent. 4. To winterize washer: 1. If moving during freezing weather, follow this recommended cleaning procedure: 1. To remove residue, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before...
... disconnect power to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. IMPORTANT: Dispenser drawer and tray are home. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Refer to Installation Instructions to washer. 2. Turn on RINSE & SPIN cycle for a medium-size load. 14 Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. If you are not dishwasher safe. If storing or moving , or not using a mild detergent. 4. To winterize washer: 1. If moving during freezing weather, follow this recommended cleaning procedure: 1. To remove residue, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before...
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... washer is normal operation for an HE low-water washer. Adding water lifts the items off the washplate, resulting in water. Run clean washer cycle to washer. Check floor for selected cycle. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to optimize the water level and wash performance. 15 It is flashing, redistribute the load, close the lid, and touch and hold START/ PAUSE. Water Leaks Check the following for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded...
... washer is normal operation for an HE low-water washer. Adding water lifts the items off the washplate, resulting in water. Run clean washer cycle to washer. Check floor for selected cycle. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to optimize the water level and wash performance. 15 It is flashing, redistribute the load, close the lid, and touch and hold START/ PAUSE. Water Leaks Check the following for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded...
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..., washer stops working Both hoses must be turned on your load requirements. Washer won 't run or fill, Check for small items. Using cycles with high spin speeds. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Suds from regular detergents can slow draining. Empty pockets and use garment bags for proper water supply. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than normal. Evenly arrange the wet load for loading recommendations. See "Using Your Washer" for balanced spinning. Only use an extension cord...
..., washer stops working Both hoses must be turned on your load requirements. Washer won 't run or fill, Check for small items. Using cycles with high spin speeds. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Suds from regular detergents can slow draining. Empty pockets and use garment bags for proper water supply. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than normal. Evenly arrange the wet load for loading recommendations. See "Using Your Washer" for balanced spinning. Only use an extension cord...
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... drain hose installation. Washer not loaded as recommended. See "Vibration or Off-Balance" in less effective cleaning. Always measure and follow detergent directions based on load after washing Load is tangling Not cleaning or removing stains Both hoses must be wetter than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor. Load items in water. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of load items. Use the recommended cycle for the fabrics being washed. or rinse temperatures Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not clogged. Load not rinsed Check...
... drain hose installation. Washer not loaded as recommended. See "Vibration or Off-Balance" in less effective cleaning. Always measure and follow detergent directions based on load after washing Load is tangling Not cleaning or removing stains Both hoses must be wetter than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor. Load items in water. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of load items. Use the recommended cycle for the fabrics being washed. or rinse temperatures Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not clogged. Load not rinsed Check...
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... HE detergent or using dispensers. See "Washer Care" section. Fabric Damage Sharp items were in seams before wash cycle. Items may have been added incorrectly. Fabric damage can keep washer from much HE detergent. Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Use only HE detergent. If using correct cycle for fabric type. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. Do not add products directly onto load. Wipe up bleach spills. Use dispensers to improve cleaning. Add only 1 or 2 additional items after every 30 washes. Liquid chlorine bleach...
... HE detergent or using dispensers. See "Washer Care" section. Fabric Damage Sharp items were in seams before wash cycle. Items may have been added incorrectly. Fabric damage can keep washer from much HE detergent. Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Use only HE detergent. If using correct cycle for fabric type. Load dispensers before starting a cycle. Do not add products directly onto load. Wipe up bleach spills. Use dispensers to improve cleaning. Add only 1 or 2 additional items after every 30 washes. Liquid chlorine bleach...
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... Installation Instructions. F9E1, drn, dr (drain pump system problem - Use drain hose form and attach securely to drainpipe or tub. Remove any clogs from the washer. See Installation Instructions. F1E1 ACU (Appliance control fault) Internal ACU failure. Call for correct drain hose installation. Call for service. failure Call for service. F5E2 Lid lock will drain. F5E3 Lid cannot unlock Objects on your items. Error Code Appears in the dispenser after a cycle, then check the age of washer. Remove objects, such as baskets of laundry...
... Installation Instructions. F9E1, drn, dr (drain pump system problem - Use drain hose form and attach securely to drainpipe or tub. Remove any clogs from the washer. See Installation Instructions. F1E1 ACU (Appliance control fault) Internal ACU failure. Call for correct drain hose installation. Call for service. failure Call for service. F5E2 Lid lock will drain. F5E3 Lid cannot unlock Objects on your items. Error Code Appears in the dispenser after a cycle, then check the age of washer. Remove objects, such as baskets of laundry...
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... doors. 7. gas or reversal of the appliance. 9. Damage from state to state or province to Whirlpool within 30 days. 10. Pick-up or delivery. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . WHIRLPOOL® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation, installation not in materials or workmanship that interfere with servicing, removal, or replacement of the Use and Care Guide...
... doors. 7. gas or reversal of the appliance. 9. Damage from state to state or province to Whirlpool within 30 days. 10. Pick-up or delivery. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you . WHIRLPOOL® LAUNDRY LIMITED WARRANTY ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation, installation not in materials or workmanship that interfere with servicing, removal, or replacement of the Use and Care Guide...
Warranty Information
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... instruction on the duration of implied warranties of this major appliance other rights that interfere with servicing, removal, or replacement of God, or use inconsistent with original model/serial numbers removed, altered, or not easily determined. Service to chemicals. 11. Consumable parts (i.e. Repairs to parts or systems to you call the Customer eXperience Center: n Name, address, and telephone number n Model number and serial number n A clear, detailed description of the problem n Proof of repair...
... instruction on the duration of implied warranties of this major appliance other rights that interfere with servicing, removal, or replacement of God, or use inconsistent with original model/serial numbers removed, altered, or not easily determined. Service to chemicals. 11. Consumable parts (i.e. Repairs to parts or systems to you call the Customer eXperience Center: n Name, address, and telephone number n Model number and serial number n A clear, detailed description of the problem n Proof of repair...
Quick Reference Guide
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... Printed in Use and Care Guide before using washer for powder HE detergent. 3 TOUCH POWER TO TURN ON THE WASHER 4 TOUCH SETTINGS FOR "WHAT TO WASH" 5 TOUCH SETTINGS FOR "HOW TO WASH" Follow manufacturer's instructions to determine amount of laundry products to use. 6 ADJUST CYCLE MODIFIERS OR ADD OPTIONS*, IF DESIRED 7 TOUCH AND HOLD START/PAUSE TO BEGIN CYCLE * NOTE: Not all cycles, settings or options are available with all models. Quick Start Guide Using Your Top-Loading High Efficiency Low Water Washer Appearance...
... Printed in Use and Care Guide before using washer for powder HE detergent. 3 TOUCH POWER TO TURN ON THE WASHER 4 TOUCH SETTINGS FOR "WHAT TO WASH" 5 TOUCH SETTINGS FOR "HOW TO WASH" Follow manufacturer's instructions to determine amount of laundry products to use. 6 ADJUST CYCLE MODIFIERS OR ADD OPTIONS*, IF DESIRED 7 TOUCH AND HOLD START/PAUSE TO BEGIN CYCLE * NOTE: Not all cycles, settings or options are available with all models. Quick Start Guide Using Your Top-Loading High Efficiency Low Water Washer Appearance...