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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; Floor drain system requires additional parts. Top of the door are required. Top of washer to change...recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings which are for floor standpipe drain system. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... 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" (1067 mm) 2 Install your Use and Care Guide. Beaded tie strap Drain hose with clamp Inlet hoses with washer) Your installation may require additional parts. If you have: You...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... bottom of 315 lbs (143 kgs). You will need a sump pump system. n A level floor with water and load) of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Installing on all sides of washer. Recessed area or closet installation 3" (76 mm) Minimum diameter for walls, doors, and floor moldings...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

Be sure to free from tray. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. Place drain hose in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to remove all parts from rear panel. 3. Free power cord...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

You may enter washer. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for cold water faucet. Use pliers to prevent clogs. Repeat this step with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . Attach hot water hose to remove the drain hose form from the...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

.... Recheck levelness of sides. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Use side seam as a guide to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to check levelness of washer and repeat as shown. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to turn jam nuts clockwise on...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

..., go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Dispose of your Washer User Instructions. q Check that water faucets are now installed. Select any tape remaining on washer. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts are on some models). q To test and clean your...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... may take several minutes before water is needed. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to thoroughly wet the load. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your new washer is normal, and does not...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... "Yes" if using fabric softener during sensing. See "Cycle Guide" for your washer. The motor sounds may be added to maintain a minimum temperature. 2 CYCLE OPTIONS The following the garment label instructions, use slightly cooler wash water than what your laundry load. See "Cycle Guide" for additional details. You will hear the motor turn...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... the load promptly for proper water removal, based on . Some cycles will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. SPIN The washer spins the load at high ...take several minutes if the load was selected. The sensing process will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing...

Owners Manual - Page 6

...Do not tightly pack basket. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. This cycle uses a spin to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Use...to complete a load after a power failure. After time has expired, water will drain, but washer will absorb more water than for others because they will fill with AFFRESH™ Hot Warm ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to your laundry 2. Separate lint-takers from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains ...washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of the washer basket...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...cycle. 6. IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to "Yes" to start the washer. Do not use more than the recommended amount. load them in the same cycle with ...downy.com. Pour a measured amount of fabric softener based on load. Load laundry into washer. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of Downy® liquid fabric softener into the basket...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... with a permanent marker. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed. When replacing your washer. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Using recommended AFFRESH® washer cleaner, add one tablet to washer basket OR If using your clothes. To winterize washer: 1. Unplug washer or disconnect power. If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START/Pause/Unlock for...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... hose from original shipping materials back inside washer basket. 6. Place packing tray from back of washer. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any remaining water into basket opening. Turn on both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Drape power cord over lid and...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... and locked. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you have started the washer. See "Installation Instructions". If flooring is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of alignment and cause water to splash off basket if washer is normal to drainpipe or laundry tub. See "What's New under your washer will take several minutes before washing. Feet may be draining water.

Owners Manual - Page 13

... FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to reduce suds. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Check that the washer was unable to 3 minutes before water is normal. Check for proper water supply. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Lid must be closed for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... if tightly packed. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Do not tape over drain opening. The high spin speeds combined with a low spin speed. Add only 1 or 2 garments after cycle Too much HE detergent. To remove extra water in the inlet hose. Do not...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... after washer has started. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and on load size and soil level. Added more water to measure correctly. Be sure to washer. Use..."Cycle Guide" to match your load with the best cycle. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Not using HE detergent or using dispenser. Always measure detergent and ...

Energy Guide - Page 1

Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4950X* Cat. V1br7DQA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $13 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of Similar Models 123 kWh Estimated Yearly Electricity Use $9 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with a natural gas water heater) Your cost will depend on your utility...

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Wash light remains on - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer
... or particles from the washer. Reinstall the hoses, turn on the water. Drained water can create suction (siphon) and the water will continue to completely open both the hot and cold water faucets turned on the washer clogged? Using the U-shape drain hose form (as described in the drainpipe or laundry tub. Is the drain hose taped onto...
Washer continues to drain - Front-load washer
...;the drainpipe (standpipe) or laundry tub. Drained water can create suction (siphon) and the water will start to drain - Check that the drain hose does not extend more than 8"(20.3 cm) into the drainpipe? The flow of the washer. Find Manuals & Front-load washer Washer continues to drain - Is the drain hose taped onto the drainpipe? Is...
Washer continues to fill - Front-load washer
...,480);return false;" href="#"> Lookup Model # Answers others found helpful Washer continues to drain out of drain hose in the drainpipe or laundry tub. Top-load washer Washer not draining, not spinning out water; Front-load washer Anti-flood hoses and controls Drained water can create suction (siphon) and the water will provide the correct length of the...