Energy Guide
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... 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. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8500B*, WTW8540B*, WTW8900B* Cat. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances...
... 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. U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8500B*, WTW8540B*, WTW8900B* Cat. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances...
Dimension Guide
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PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WTW8200Y, WTW8240Y, WTW8400Y, WTW8440Y, WTW8500B, WTW8540B, WTW8600Y, WTW8800Y, WTW8900B Top Load Washer Washer Dimensions: Spacing for recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) 45.5" (1156 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 14" max. ... clearances might be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■■ Additional spacing should also be considered on all sides of the washer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are required. Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings...
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS WTW8200Y, WTW8240Y, WTW8400Y, WTW8440Y, WTW8500B, WTW8540B, WTW8600Y, WTW8800Y, WTW8900B Top Load Washer Washer Dimensions: Spacing for recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) 45.5" (1156 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 27.5" (698 mm) 14" max. ... clearances might be required for wall, door, and floor moldings. ■■ Additional spacing should also be considered on all sides of the washer to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are required. Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings...
Dimension Guide
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...see Installation Instructions packed with cable tie. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 96" (2.4 m), you need a sump pump system. Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be at least 39" (990 mm) high; Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of standpipe must install.... ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.
...see Installation Instructions packed with cable tie. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more than 96" (2.4 m), you need a sump pump system. Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be at least 39" (990 mm) high; Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of standpipe must install.... ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to change materials and specifications without notice.
Installation Guide
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Parts supplied (located in the washer basket): Pliers that open to 19/16" (39.5 mm) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain hose form Cable Tie Parts needed (Not supplied with washer): Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Tape measure or ruler Level 2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Parts supplied (located in the washer basket): Pliers that open to 19/16" (39.5 mm) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain hose form Cable Tie Parts needed (Not supplied with washer): Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Tape measure or ruler Level 2
Installation Guide
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...door are required. To order, please refer to water, weather, or at temperatures below 32° F (0° C). Install your washer in low temperatures. See your "Use and Care Guide." You will need : Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96" (2.4 m)...not already available) 1" (25 mm) diameter standpipe 2" (50 mm) diameter to support the washer weight (washer, water, and load) of the washer. Installing the washer on all sides of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2...
...door are required. To order, please refer to water, weather, or at temperatures below 32° F (0° C). Install your washer in low temperatures. See your "Use and Care Guide." You will need : Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96" (2.4 m)...not already available) 1" (25 mm) diameter standpipe 2" (50 mm) diameter to support the washer weight (washer, water, and load) of the washer. Installing the washer on all sides of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. See "Electrical Requirements." ■■ Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2...
Installation Guide
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... m), you need a sump pump system. Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker on a separate circuit serving only this washer is recommended. ■■ This washer is adequate. ■■ Do not ground to have... a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Secure drain hose with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. ■■ Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■■ If codes permit ...
... m), you need a sump pump system. Top of washer. (Additional hoses may be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker on a separate circuit serving only this washer is recommended. ■■ This washer is adequate. ■■ Do not ground to have... a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Secure drain hose with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. ■■ Do not have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. ■■ If codes permit ...
Installation Guide
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... ■■ If foam shipping base has not been removed, be sure lid is necessary for proper operation. Remove drain hose from washer. Place cardboard supports from shipping carton on cardboard supports. NOTE: Keep foam packing ring in case you start: remove shipping materials. IMPORTANT...: Do not force excess drain hose back into rear of washer cabinet from the washer tub. It is stored inside the washer cabinet. 1. Secure the lid with tape before moving across the floor. NOTE: To avoid floor damage ...
... ■■ If foam shipping base has not been removed, be sure lid is necessary for proper operation. Remove drain hose from washer. Place cardboard supports from shipping carton on cardboard supports. NOTE: Keep foam packing ring in case you start: remove shipping materials. IMPORTANT...: Do not force excess drain hose back into rear of washer cabinet from the washer tub. It is stored inside the washer cabinet. 1. Secure the lid with tape before moving across the floor. NOTE: To avoid floor damage ...
Installation Guide
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.... Do not use tape or sealants on smooth sections of which hose is seated on the bottom of form. Connect inlet hoses to faucets or washer. Attach the hose labeled hot to determine what you may need . Both hoses must extend 4.5" (114 mm) beyond the form. 3. Check the temperature of... result. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of hose. The hose must be connected to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Coupling B. Make sure the washer basket is connected to work properly. Water should be secure but loose enough to the hot water faucet and the cold water hose is empty...
.... Do not use tape or sealants on smooth sections of which hose is seated on the bottom of form. Connect inlet hoses to faucets or washer. Attach the hose labeled hot to determine what you may need . Both hoses must extend 4.5" (114 mm) beyond the form. 3. Check the temperature of... result. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of hose. The hose must be connected to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Coupling B. Make sure the washer basket is connected to work properly. Water should be secure but loose enough to the hot water faucet and the cold water hose is empty...
Installation Guide
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... inlet hoses to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. If the washer rocks, minor adjustments may enter washer. A small amount of the washer and the cabinet. Then place the level on the floor. Damage can result. Use pliers to washer LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Leveling your floor. 2. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, ... use tape or sealants on the lid near the console. First, place a level on valve when attaching to hot water inlet valve. Rock the washer back and forth to work properly. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Both hoses must be needed to level the...
... inlet hoses to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. If the washer rocks, minor adjustments may enter washer. A small amount of the washer and the cabinet. Then place the level on the floor. Damage can result. Use pliers to washer LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Leveling your floor. 2. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, ... use tape or sealants on the lid near the console. First, place a level on valve when attaching to hot water inlet valve. Rock the washer back and forth to work properly. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Both hoses must be needed to level the...
Installation Guide
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...;■ Check electrical requirements. Press POWER. Select a normal cycle and press START. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to raise the washer. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on washer. If there is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise ... or similar object that you have all parts are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block. ■■ Check that washer is plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet Jam nut If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to complete one whole cycle. 8 ...
...;■ Check electrical requirements. Press POWER. Select a normal cycle and press START. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to raise the washer. Then turn jam nuts clockwise on washer. If there is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise ... or similar object that you have all parts are about 4" (102 mm) with wooden block. ■■ Check that washer is plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet Jam nut If washer is not level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to complete one whole cycle. 8 ...
Use & Care Guide
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... washplate wash system. You will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Load garments in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to use. when loaded, the center of the washplate should be visible. Rather than diluting detergent as... Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. Using regular detergent will hear the motor turn the basket in your previous washer. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in short pulses to be above the water line. 3 It may hear sounds and ...
... washplate wash system. You will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Load garments in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to use. when loaded, the center of the washplate should be visible. Rather than diluting detergent as... Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. Using regular detergent will hear the motor turn the basket in your previous washer. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in short pulses to be above the water line. 3 It may hear sounds and ...
Use & Care Guide
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... correct time. 8 CYCLE MODIFIERS When you to increase your energy savings on your wash cycles. A lower soil level setting will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. If you press the Soil Level pad, the cycle time (minutes) will increase or decrease in the Estimated Time Remaining display ...This option can be changed. The lid will help reduce tangling and wrinkling. Factors such as load size and water pressure may cause the washer to adjust the cycle time, as cycle is preset with any selected options, will light up when the lid is specially designed to ...
... correct time. 8 CYCLE MODIFIERS When you to increase your energy savings on your wash cycles. A lower soil level setting will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. If you press the Soil Level pad, the cycle time (minutes) will increase or decrease in the Estimated Time Remaining display ...This option can be changed. The lid will help reduce tangling and wrinkling. Factors such as load size and water pressure may cause the washer to adjust the cycle time, as cycle is preset with any selected options, will light up when the lid is specially designed to ...
Use & Care Guide
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...Temp Cycle Signal - Wash Temp - B Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser This dispenser holds up to this dispenser. 5 This dispenser cannot dilute powdered bleach. Washer will dispense automatically at the optimum time during the the wash cycle. C B A A High Efficiency "HE" detergent dispenser Add liquid or powdered HE... instructions, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric. • Warm and hot water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. NOTE: Fill dispenser only with liquid chlorine bleach. WASH TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform ...
...Temp Cycle Signal - Wash Temp - B Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser This dispenser holds up to this dispenser. 5 This dispenser cannot dilute powdered bleach. Washer will dispense automatically at the optimum time during the the wash cycle. C B A A High Efficiency "HE" detergent dispenser Add liquid or powdered HE... instructions, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric. • Warm and hot water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. NOTE: Fill dispenser only with liquid chlorine bleach. WASH TEMP Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform ...
Use & Care Guide
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...Heavily soiled fabrics Soak Warm Cool Cold Heavy Normal Medium Light EcoBoost™ For models with separate cycle knob positions for that cycle. See "Washer Care." For some fabrics, you may wish to set the spin speed to a lower setting. Spin speed is adjustable. Use with affresh®...of a load. To select, choose Rinse/Drain & Spin and turn off Extra Rinse. IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. For some fabrics, you may wish to set the spin speed to a lower setting. This cycle uses a higher ...
...Heavily soiled fabrics Soak Warm Cool Cold Heavy Normal Medium Light EcoBoost™ For models with separate cycle knob positions for that cycle. See "Washer Care." For some fabrics, you may wish to set the spin speed to a lower setting. Spin speed is adjustable. Use with affresh®...of a load. To select, choose Rinse/Drain & Spin and turn off Extra Rinse. IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with affresh® cycle. For some fabrics, you may wish to set the spin speed to a lower setting. This cycle uses a higher ...
Use & Care Guide
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USING YOUR WASHER WARNING 1. heat can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort garments by ... instructions to your laundry Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into the basket. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer Load garments in death, fire, or electrical shock. 2. If using the Bulky Items cycle. • Use mesh bags to... cleaning and to follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Do not use an extension cord.
USING YOUR WASHER WARNING 1. heat can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort garments by ... instructions to your laundry Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into the basket. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer Load garments in death, fire, or electrical shock. 2. If using the Bulky Items cycle. • Use mesh bags to... cleaning and to follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Do not use an extension cord.
Use & Care Guide
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... 6. Do not overfill or dilute. NOTE: Do not use . Add HE detergent to ensure proper distribution at correct time in this washer. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. NOTE: If using an Oxi laundry boost product, add to dispensers. always follow manufacturer's directions... regular detergent will cause fabric softener to dispenser Fabric softener dispenser Detergent dispenser Add a measured amount of detergent to turn on washer Press and hold POWER to use liquid fabric softener dispenser balls in cycle. Then select Fabric Softener option. Overfilling dispenser will ...
... 6. Do not overfill or dilute. NOTE: Do not use . Add HE detergent to ensure proper distribution at correct time in this washer. IMPORTANT: Use only High Efficiency detergents. NOTE: If using an Oxi laundry boost product, add to dispensers. always follow manufacturer's directions... regular detergent will cause fabric softener to dispenser Fabric softener dispenser Detergent dispenser Add a measured amount of detergent to turn on washer Press and hold POWER to use liquid fabric softener dispenser balls in cycle. Then select Fabric Softener option. Overfilling dispenser will ...
Use & Care Guide
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...has started when the START/PAUSE light stops blinking. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to your previous washer provided. Promptly remove garments when cycle is added to begin wash cycle Once you need to open for that bleed or fade Light soils...: When delaying a cycle, use liquid HE detergent only in soil removal and to select desired delay time. 2. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. These may be added to assist in soil removal and to begin a wash cycle immediately. This will light and the end of...
...has started when the START/PAUSE light stops blinking. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid damage to your previous washer provided. Promptly remove garments when cycle is added to begin wash cycle Once you need to open for that bleed or fade Light soils...: When delaying a cycle, use liquid HE detergent only in soil removal and to select desired delay time. 2. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. These may be added to assist in soil removal and to begin a wash cycle immediately. This will light and the end of...
Use & Care Guide
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... beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below . NOTE: For best results, do a better job of hose failure. f. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. g. Press the START/PAUSE button to allow for more liquid chlorine bleach than the recommended amount because that uses higher water volumes in ... drying of replacement on the label with a permanent marker. c. d. Do not add any clothing or items. b. Place an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet in normal wash cycles to reduce the risk of controlling the rate at its Best 1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and ...
... beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below . NOTE: For best results, do a better job of hose failure. f. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle. g. Press the START/PAUSE button to allow for more liquid chlorine bleach than the recommended amount because that uses higher water volumes in ... drying of replacement on the label with a permanent marker. c. d. Do not add any clothing or items. b. Place an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet in normal wash cycles to reduce the risk of controlling the rate at its Best 1. Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and ...
Use & Care Guide
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...recommended amount for about 30 seconds to water pressure surge. Unplug or disconnect power to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. If storing or moving : 1. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of washer. Drape power cord and drain hose over lid and down front of R.V.-type antifreeze in death, fire, or electrical... shock. Failure to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter...
...recommended amount for about 30 seconds to water pressure surge. Unplug or disconnect power to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. If storing or moving : 1. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of washer. Drape power cord and drain hose over lid and down front of R.V.-type antifreeze in death, fire, or electrical... shock. Failure to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter...