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How Many Gallons Of Water Does This Washer Use Per Load

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...) clearance on the sides. Secure drain hose with product. Top-Loading Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONS WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, WTW4850X, WTW4930X 271...of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with cable tie. This washer ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42"... numbers on back page of your washer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in the top of the washer. Install your Use and Care Guide. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...laundry tub. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you need a sump pump system. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on the sides. n Floor must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of washer. Water remaining in washer after use...hot and cold water fill valves on carpet is your Use and Care Guide for installation with water and load) of 315 ...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... shown in place on bottom of drain hose should be used. 5 Place drain hose in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. Be sure to step 6. NOTE: Keep tray in picture...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...). 7. Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on water faucets to prevent clogs. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Remove drain hose form (floor drain installations only) 9. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for future reference...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... as a guide to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to check levelness of sides. Check levelness of front using lid, as needed. 12. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to turn jam nuts...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... to complete full cycle. 8 q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal recommended amount of washer. 16. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some models). If there is plugged into a grounded...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... for detailed descriptions of a cycle. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your washer. press again to move freely. FILL When the START/Pause/Unlock button is spinning, ...distribution. FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED with EXTRA RINSE This option turns on your laundry load. You will hear a click, and the lid will use the warmest wash water safe for 3 seconds to cancel a cycle. 6 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS...

Owners Manual - Page 4

..., this light will come on . Press START/Pause/ Unlock again to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. Fabric softener will be opened. Some cycles use spray rinsing. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on briefly (short hum) to move the basket while filling. RINSE You will hear...

Owners Manual - Page 5

.... After time has expired, water will drain, but the washer will use for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to shorten drying times for heavily soiled or sturdy items. This cycle uses spray rinses only. Not all models. This cycle uses spray rinses only. This cycle uses spray rinses only. Low Use this cycle for lightly soiled...

Owners Manual - Page 6

USING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort and prepare your garments. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. • Use mesh garment bags to help avoid ...: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to use. 6 Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to your...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...Load laundry into washer. Try mixing different sized items to dispenser Pour a measured amount of the basket. Add liquid chlorine bleach to reduce tangling. Do not allow liquid fabric softener to choose your load size. Do not use...Softener Added with warm water until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the washer. Items need to move...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...washer provided. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to the appropriate setting based on your load. Whites and pastels Durable garments Heavy soils Warm Some cold water...and to select one of water for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. All rinses are using fabric softener, be added to assist in water fill Filling is left ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... the liquid fabric softener dispenser 1. Select Normal Heavy cycle, hot Temperature, and large Load Size. 5. Remove dispenser by grasping top with the liquid fabric softener dispenser removed. WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use more than recommended amount of bleach to avoid damaging product over time. 3. If moving during...

Owners Manual - Page 10

.... 2. Disconnect drain hose from back of detergent for a medium-size load. 10 Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use , vacation, winter storage, or moving . 3. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow Winter Storage Care directions before moving : 1. Disconnect...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Improper loading can cause basket to be level to basket could unbalance washer. Washer not performing as expected Washer won't run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on clothing such as comforters or poly-filled jackets. Washer not loaded as coins could be level. See "Using Your Washer" for...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... with lower spin speeds remove less water than normal. To remove extra water in pump or between basket and tub, which can slow draining. Tightly packed or unbalanced loads may need to determine if load is normal. Select the Drain & Spin cycle to drainpipe or tub. See "Using Your Washer" for your garment. Do not tape...

Owners Manual - Page 13

Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed. This washer uses cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than your load with the best cycle. This includes cooler hot and warm washes. Add an Extra Rinse to the bottom of load items. Use the recommended cycle for the fabrics being washed. however, items will be wetter...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... manufacturer's care label instructions. The lid will damage fabrics. Do not add products directly onto load. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to possibly avoid the cost of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently...

Energy Guide - Page 1

... of Similar Models 470kWh Estimated Yearly Electricity Use $29 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with a natural gas water heater) Your cost 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...

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