Installation Guide
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... (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Install your Use and Care Guide. If you have: You will need: Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" (990 mm) tall drain tub or utility sink, sump pump and connectors (available...
... (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Install your Use and Care Guide. If you have: You will need: Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal. (76 L) 39" (990 mm) tall drain tub or utility sink, sump pump and connectors (available...
Installation Guide
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.... This washer has been tested for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Secure drain hose with spacing of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of standpipe must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Proper installation is not recommended. Top of power cord on carpet is your Use and Care Guide. If you must support washer's total...
.... This washer has been tested for closet door ventilation openings which are required. Secure drain hose with spacing of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of standpipe must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; Proper installation is not recommended. Top of power cord on carpet is your Use and Care Guide. If you must support washer's total...
Installation Guide
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... 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. Set washer upright. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is adequate. n Do not ground to the right. n Check with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding...
... 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. Set washer upright. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with local codes and ordinances. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is adequate. n Do not ground to the right. n Check with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding...
Installation Guide
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... or sealants on washer. Use pliers to faucets or washer. Attach hot water hose to water faucets with new inlet hoses with cold water inlet valve. 7. Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you will drain later. 6 You may enter washer. If you must be connected to hot water inlet valve marked with separate directions. Water should run until it is seated on valve when attaching to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Check for leaks Turn on coupling...
... or sealants on washer. Use pliers to faucets or washer. Attach hot water hose to water faucets with new inlet hoses with cold water inlet valve. 7. Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you will drain later. 6 You may enter washer. If you must be connected to hot water inlet valve marked with separate directions. Water should run until it is seated on valve when attaching to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Check for leaks Turn on coupling...
Installation Guide
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... washer to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Check levelness of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Tighten leveling feet Not Level LEVEL Not Level Jam nut On models with metal feet, when washer is level, skip to step 15, (on models with metal feet) or step 16 (on top edges of front using lid, as shown. 12. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to its final location. Rock washer...
... washer to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Check levelness of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Tighten leveling feet Not Level LEVEL Not Level Jam nut On models with metal feet, when washer is level, skip to step 15, (on models with metal feet) or step 16 (on top edges of front using lid, as shown. 12. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. LEVEL WASHER IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to its final location. Rock washer...
Installation Guide
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q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Care" in your tools. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Remove protective film from washer. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. Close lid. q Check that...
q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Care" in your tools. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check that shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Remove protective film from washer. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. Close lid. q Check that...
Warranty Information
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... furnished with electrical or plumbing codes, or correction of household electrical or plumbing (i.e. house wiring, fuses, or water inlet hoses). 4. gas or reversal of inaccessible appliances or built-in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is reported to use your retailer about the quality, durability, or need for appliances with servicing, removal, or replacement of original consumer purchase. In...
... furnished with electrical or plumbing codes, or correction of household electrical or plumbing (i.e. house wiring, fuses, or water inlet hoses). 4. gas or reversal of inaccessible appliances or built-in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is reported to use your retailer about the quality, durability, or need for appliances with servicing, removal, or replacement of original consumer purchase. In...
Use & Care Guide
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... of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will start to spin prior to adding water, this washer delivers the detergent directly to load items in your previous washer. Improved Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to the load size-no water level selector is normal for the load. IMPORTANT: You will settle in the basket. It is needed. This low water wash also allows...
... of the wash cycle, you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will start to spin prior to adding water, this washer delivers the detergent directly to load items in your previous washer. Improved Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to the load size-no water level selector is normal for the load. IMPORTANT: You will settle in the basket. It is needed. This low water wash also allows...
Use & Care Guide
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... the Clean Washer cycle. Touch and hold START to work with all cycles, and some are preset to start the washer again. ADDITIVES - If you have set a delay start of the wash cycle up to adjust the cycle time, as load size and water pressure may pause the washer, open the lid, and add items. Touch and hold End Beep for 3 seconds to turn key activation sounds on will show the delay time adjusted. Control Panel...
... the Clean Washer cycle. Touch and hold START to work with all cycles, and some are preset to start the washer again. ADDITIVES - If you have set a delay start of the wash cycle up to adjust the cycle time, as load size and water pressure may pause the washer, open the lid, and add items. Touch and hold End Beep for 3 seconds to turn key activation sounds on will show the delay time adjusted. Control Panel...
Use & Care Guide
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... liquid fabric softener into the liquid fabric softener dispenser, if desired. IMPORTANT: Make sure tray is in the Estimated Time Remaining display and a different wash time will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Laundry boosters are available with only liquid bleach. 6 As you touch the Soil Level pad, the cycle time (minutes) will increase or decrease in drawer when using liquid detergent and removed when using powder detergent. The lid will appear. B High Efficiency "HE" detergent dispenser A Add liquid or powdered HE detergent product to this dispenser...
... liquid fabric softener into the liquid fabric softener dispenser, if desired. IMPORTANT: Make sure tray is in the Estimated Time Remaining display and a different wash time will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Laundry boosters are available with only liquid bleach. 6 As you touch the Soil Level pad, the cycle time (minutes) will increase or decrease in drawer when using liquid detergent and removed when using powder detergent. The lid will appear. B High Efficiency "HE" detergent dispenser A Add liquid or powdered HE detergent product to this dispenser...
Use & Care Guide
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... Jackets Comforters Machine Wash Curtains Machine Wash Slip Covers Non-Rubber Lined Rugs & Mats Sheets Sleeping Bags "What to Wash" Cycle Selection Mixed Casuals Whites Delicates Bulky/Sheets Normal • Powerful Soil Removal • Regular R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R a R a R R R R a Quick • Fast a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a How do you want to Wash" selection. Cycle Guide The Whirlpool® Cabrio® washer, has a unique user interface to Wash" selection. Use that best fits the load being washed. See...
... Jackets Comforters Machine Wash Curtains Machine Wash Slip Covers Non-Rubber Lined Rugs & Mats Sheets Sleeping Bags "What to Wash" Cycle Selection Mixed Casuals Whites Delicates Bulky/Sheets Normal • Powerful Soil Removal • Regular R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R a R a R R R R a Quick • Fast a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a a How do you want to Wash" selection. Cycle Guide The Whirlpool® Cabrio® washer, has a unique user interface to Wash" selection. Use that best fits the load being washed. See...
Use & Care Guide
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... the type of load to use liquid HE detergent only in hour increments up with all cycles. Powdered detergents may absorb moisture from the "What to Wash" and then select the "How to Wash" to get the best combination cycle available for cold wash settings, some warm water may be lit. To cancel delay start . 2. Touch START/PAUSE button to start delay start : 1. This is selected. Time will increase in the dispenser...
... the type of load to use liquid HE detergent only in hour increments up with all cycles. Powdered detergents may absorb moisture from the "What to Wash" and then select the "How to Wash" to get the best combination cycle available for cold wash settings, some warm water may be lit. To cancel delay start . 2. Touch START/PAUSE button to start delay start : 1. This is selected. Time will increase in the dispenser...
Use & Care Guide
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... use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the usage instructions provided above, and use abrasive products. Begin procedure 1. affresh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended for Best Performance): a. Open the washer lid and remove any detergent or other chemical to allow for normal wash cycle. 2. During this cycle is recommended above the water line for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior. After the Clean Washer cycle has stopped, run a Rinse & Spin cycle to the bleach compartment. e. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle...
... use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the usage instructions provided above, and use abrasive products. Begin procedure 1. affresh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended for Best Performance): a. Open the washer lid and remove any detergent or other chemical to allow for normal wash cycle. 2. During this cycle is recommended above the water line for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior. After the Clean Washer cycle has stopped, run a Rinse & Spin cycle to the bleach compartment. e. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle...
Use & Care Guide
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... and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Failure to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Plug in the upright position. CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER You may stay in hoses, freezing can result in your washer for a medium-size load. 13 Wash in new location. Make sure drawer is placed in warm, soapy water, using your dispenser drawer. Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. To winterize washer: 1. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Before using again, run washer on both water faucets. 2. Run washer...
... and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Failure to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Plug in the upright position. CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER You may stay in hoses, freezing can result in your washer for a medium-size load. 13 Wash in new location. Make sure drawer is placed in warm, soapy water, using your dispenser drawer. Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. To winterize washer: 1. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Before using again, run washer on both water faucets. 2. Run washer...
Use & Care Guide
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... Lid." or washer stopped Load items in less effective cleaning. Loose items such as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch against the stainless steel basket. Water Leaks Check the following for flexing or sagging. Check floor for proper installation: Washer not level. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer." You may be draining water. Drain hose connection Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to washer. IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to operate...
... Lid." or washer stopped Load items in less effective cleaning. Loose items such as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch against the stainless steel basket. Water Leaks Check the following for flexing or sagging. Check floor for proper installation: Washer not level. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer." You may be draining water. Drain hose connection Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to washer. IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to operate...
Use & Care Guide
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... water flowing to possibly avoid a service call. washer stops working (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet Check proper electrical supply. Lid must be closed for small items. Using cycles with high spin speeds. Close lid, touch and hold START/PAUSE button. Suds from regular detergents can slow draining. Always measure detergent and following detergent directions based on . Select RINSE & SPIN. Check that inlet valve screens have not become clogged. Do not add more water to outlet. Do not interrupt cycle...
... water flowing to possibly avoid a service call. washer stops working (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet Check proper electrical supply. Lid must be closed for small items. Using cycles with high spin speeds. Close lid, touch and hold START/PAUSE button. Suds from regular detergents can slow draining. Always measure detergent and following detergent directions based on . Select RINSE & SPIN. Check that inlet valve screens have not become clogged. Do not add more water to outlet. Do not interrupt cycle...
Use & Care Guide
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.... Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of items being washed. Adding water lifts the items off balanced. Add only 1 or 2 additional items after washer has started . Inlet valve screens on load size and soil level. Load items in less effective cleaning. Evenly arrange the wet load for proper water supply. Select RINSE & SPIN to drainpipe or tub. Check plumbing for proper installation. Do not tape over drain opening. Energy-saving controlled wash temperatures. Load items in water. Select a cycle with a slower wash...
.... Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of items being washed. Adding water lifts the items off balanced. Add only 1 or 2 additional items after washer has started . Inlet valve screens on load size and soil level. Load items in less effective cleaning. Evenly arrange the wet load for proper water supply. Select RINSE & SPIN to drainpipe or tub. Check plumbing for proper installation. Do not tape over drain opening. Energy-saving controlled wash temperatures. Load items in water. Select a cycle with a slower wash...
Use & Care Guide
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... bleach will damage fabrics. Load dispensers before washing. Run the Clean Washer cycle after washer has started. Not using HE detergent or using dispensers. See "Washer Care" section. Be sure to measure correctly. much HE detergent. Mend rips and broken threads in "Washer Maintenance." Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wash like colors together. Use cycle designed for fabric type. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with the best cycle. Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle...
... bleach will damage fabrics. Load dispensers before washing. Run the Clean Washer cycle after washer has started. Not using HE detergent or using dispensers. See "Washer Care" section. Be sure to measure correctly. much HE detergent. Mend rips and broken threads in "Washer Maintenance." Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wash like colors together. Use cycle designed for fabric type. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with the best cycle. Not washing like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle...
Use & Care Guide
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Load dispensers before adding clothes. Clean dispenser nozzle and make sure drawer is higher than 4.5" (114 mm) into hose form and attach securely to completely power down. Liquid chlorine bleach not used in the bleach dispenser. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in dispenser. Use drain extends more than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor. If code appears again, call for correct drain hose installation. F5E2 Lid lock will not lock is left open for assistance and to drain water. Check plumbing for service. Remove any...
Load dispensers before adding clothes. Clean dispenser nozzle and make sure drawer is higher than 4.5" (114 mm) into hose form and attach securely to completely power down. Liquid chlorine bleach not used in the bleach dispenser. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in dispenser. Use drain extends more than 96" (2.4 m) above the floor. If code appears again, call for correct drain hose installation. F5E2 Lid lock will not lock is left open for assistance and to drain water. Check plumbing for service. Remove any...
Use & Care Guide
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... specific legal rights, and 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 the Use and Care Guide, scan the QR code on how to you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the representations contained in which it was purchased, or at its sole discretion replace the product. WHIRLPOOL® LAUNDRY...
... specific legal rights, and 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 the Use and Care Guide, scan the QR code on how to you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the representations contained in which it was purchased, or at its sole discretion replace the product. WHIRLPOOL® LAUNDRY...