Installation Guide
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...required for your "Use and Care Guide" for best performance. ■■ Level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of where the power cord is attached.... Proper installation is not recommended. ■■ A sturdy floor to support the washer weight (washer, water, and load) of 315 lbs (143 kg). Installing the washer on the back page of your washer in low temperatures. Spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended spacing...
...required for your "Use and Care Guide" for best performance. ■■ Level floor with maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of where the power cord is attached.... Proper installation is not recommended. ■■ A sturdy floor to support the washer weight (washer, water, and load) of 315 lbs (143 kg). Installing the washer on the back page of your washer in low temperatures. Spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended spacing...
Installation Guide
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... lid. Recheck levelness of the washer. If there is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are on. ■■ Check for a medium-size load and pour it to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from... the washer tub for future relocation of washer and repeat as needed. Press POWER. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. ■■ Check that...
... lid. Recheck levelness of the washer. If there is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn jam nuts clockwise on feet until they are on. ■■ Check for a medium-size load and pour it to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from... the washer tub for future relocation of washer and repeat as needed. Press POWER. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. ■■ Check that...
Energy Guide
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Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8200Y*, WTW8240Y*, WTW8400Y*, WTW8440Y*, WTW8600Y*, WTW8800Y* Cat. V1ew5CfA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $19 ▼ $10 $... 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 kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Government Federal...
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8200Y*, WTW8240Y*, WTW8400Y*, WTW8440Y*, WTW8600Y*, WTW8800Y* Cat. V1ew5CfA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $19 ▼ $10 $... 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 kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. Government Federal...
Use & Care Guide
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... hear the motor turn the basket in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to a traditional agitator-style washer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to use. when loaded, the center of water as with your new washer is normal, and does not indicate that are made to... produce the right amount of the load to the load size-no water level selector is normal for some of suds for your previous washer. Rather than diluting detergent as the washplate moves the load. IMPORTANT: You will not see a washer basket full of the washplate should be ...
... hear the motor turn the basket in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to a traditional agitator-style washer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to use. when loaded, the center of water as with your new washer is normal, and does not indicate that are made to... produce the right amount of the load to the load size-no water level selector is normal for some of suds for your previous washer. Rather than diluting detergent as the washplate moves the load. IMPORTANT: You will not see a washer basket full of the washplate should be ...
Use & Care Guide
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...but will light until the lid is preset with certain cycles. Overloading, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may cause the washer to adjust the cycle time, as cycle is used, 4 8 7 the wash cycle will turn the washer ON. The Lid Lock indicator lights up . The lid will help reduce .... • Warm and hot water may be used to automatically add a second rinse to most loads, use the warmest wash water safe for the load being washed. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the type of cycle. WASH TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains...
...but will light until the lid is preset with certain cycles. Overloading, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may cause the washer to adjust the cycle time, as cycle is used, 4 8 7 the wash cycle will turn the washer ON. The Lid Lock indicator lights up . The lid will help reduce .... • Warm and hot water may be used to automatically add a second rinse to most loads, use the warmest wash water safe for the load being washed. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the type of cycle. WASH TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains...
Use & Care Guide
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...Normal Medium Light EcoBoost For models with AFFRESH® washer cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. To set the spin speed to a lower setting. Use this cycle to soak small spots of a load. All cycle settings use a cold rinse temperature.... If using the Eco Monitor, adjust the temperature and spin speed within that best fits the load being washed. IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with an empty wash tub. Spin speed is adjustable. To select, choose Rinse/Drain & ...
...Normal Medium Light EcoBoost For models with AFFRESH® washer cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. To set the spin speed to a lower setting. Use this cycle to soak small spots of a load. All cycle settings use a cold rinse temperature.... If using the Eco Monitor, adjust the temperature and spin speed within that best fits the load being washed. IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with an empty wash tub. Spin speed is adjustable. To select, choose Rinse/Drain & ...
Use & Care Guide
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.... • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate should be visible. See "Cycle ... items. • Turn knits inside out to your laundry 2. Sort and prepare your garments. 8 Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. heat can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing... • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. when loaded, the center of the washplate; Loose change, buttons, or...
.... • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes. Do not load garments directly over the center of the washplate should be visible. See "Cycle ... items. • Turn knits inside out to your laundry 2. Sort and prepare your garments. 8 Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. heat can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing... • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. when loaded, the center of the washplate; Loose change, buttons, or...
Use & Care Guide
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... detergent will not dispense correctly. Overfilling dispenser will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for correct amount of cleaning washer dispensers. 4. Add liquid chlorine bleach to turn on your load size. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. 9 always follow manufacturer's directions for information on...
... detergent will not dispense correctly. Overfilling dispenser will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for correct amount of cleaning washer dispensers. 4. Add liquid chlorine bleach to turn on your load size. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. 9 always follow manufacturer's directions for information on...
Use & Care Guide
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... you may be added to assist in soil removal and to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of cycle signal will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils Warm Some cold water will pump out. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to open for...or fade Light soils 9. Estimated Time Remaining will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. Cold Warm water may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Some cycles will light up with all cycles. 10. Press START/PAUSE to add garments If you select a cycle...
... you may be added to assist in soil removal and to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of cycle signal will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils Warm Some cold water will pump out. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to open for...or fade Light soils 9. Estimated Time Remaining will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. Cold Warm water may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Some cycles will light up with all cycles. 10. Press START/PAUSE to add garments If you select a cycle...
Use & Care Guide
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... antifreeze, if used. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Turn on both water faucets. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. 12 Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation...
... antifreeze, if used. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Turn on both water faucets. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. 12 Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation...
Use & Care Guide
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...or laundry tub. For normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for Bulky Items cycle. Loose items such as coins could unbalance washer. Gurgling or humming Washer may be completely underwater. Fill hoses not attached tightly. Water... tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) An unbalanced load can backup out of plywood under the Lid." TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help . See "Level the Washer" in this "Use and Care Guide". You may not be...
...or laundry tub. For normal operating sounds, go to www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call for Bulky Items cycle. Loose items such as coins could unbalance washer. Gurgling or humming Washer may be completely underwater. Fill hoses not attached tightly. Water... tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) An unbalanced load can backup out of plywood under the Lid." TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help . See "Level the Washer" in this "Use and Care Guide". You may not be...
Use & Care Guide
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...pump or between basket and tub, which can slow or stop the washer. washer stops working (cont.) Normal washer operation. Check that may take 2 to inlet valve. Select DRAIN & SPIN. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that inlet valve screens have water flowing to 3 minutes... before water is added. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for small items. Solution ...
...pump or between basket and tub, which can slow or stop the washer. washer stops working (cont.) Normal washer operation. Check that may take 2 to inlet valve. Select DRAIN & SPIN. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that inlet valve screens have water flowing to 3 minutes... before water is added. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for small items. Solution ...
Use & Care Guide
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... Both hot and cold water faucets must be attached to both hot and cold water flowing to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for proper water supply. Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and detergent... or bleach residues may not allow the washer to inlet valve. Reduce tangling by mixing types of garments being washed. Check for the type of load items. Use ...
... Both hot and cold water faucets must be attached to both hot and cold water flowing to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than normal. The washer is less efficient at www.whirlpool.com/help for proper water supply. Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and detergent... or bleach residues may not allow the washer to inlet valve. Reduce tangling by mixing types of garments being washed. Check for the type of load items. Use ...
Use & Care Guide
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... together. Use only HE detergent. Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before washing. Fabric damage can prevent washer from operating correctly. Load items should move . See the "Cycle Guide" to possibly avoid a service call. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or... visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to match your load with the best cycle. 16 See the "Cycle Guide" to washer. Avoid overfilling. Unload washer as soon as expected (cont.) Load is tightly packed. Do not add more water ...
... together. Use only HE detergent. Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before washing. Fabric damage can prevent washer from operating correctly. Load items should move . See the "Cycle Guide" to possibly avoid a service call. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or... visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for assistance and to match your load with the best cycle. 16 See the "Cycle Guide" to washer. Avoid overfilling. Unload washer as soon as expected (cont.) Load is tightly packed. Do not add more water ...
Use & Care Guide
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...form and attach securely to continue. Do not tape over drain opening . This code will reset and water in display Load too large. Do not add detergent. Allow the washer to drainpipe or tub. dU (Lid cannot unlock) appears in display F## code (F-type error code) appears in ...Follow detergent manufacturer's instructions. lid (Lid opened) appears in display Washer lid left open . Press START/PAUSE once to drainpipe or tub. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for small amounts of water to be keeping the lid...
...form and attach securely to continue. Do not tape over drain opening . This code will reset and water in display Load too large. Do not add detergent. Allow the washer to drainpipe or tub. dU (Lid cannot unlock) appears in display F## code (F-type error code) appears in ...Follow detergent manufacturer's instructions. lid (Lid opened) appears in display Washer lid left open . Press START/PAUSE once to drainpipe or tub. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help for small amounts of water to be keeping the lid...