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Question posted by rhondacass on October 25th, 2013

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can the washer be loaded to the top leaving open the middle part?

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Energy Guide - Page 1

U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8500B*, WTW8540B*, WTW8900B* Cat. V3hw5CjA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost... 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 therm. • For more information, visit ...

Dimension Guide - Page 1

W10410358C1 08/2013 Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are required. 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. (356 mm) 17" (432 ...

Dimension Guide - Page 2

... system, or the floor drain system. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Top of washer. Floor drain system Laundry tub drain system 41/2" (114 mm) 309" (796920 mm) Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number...

Installation Guide - Page 3

... not recommended. ■■ A sturdy floor to support the washer weight (washer, water, and load) of your "Use and Care Guide." ■■ 8212656RP 10...mm) Front view Side view Closet door with equivalent ventilation openings are required. IMPORTANT: Do not operate, install, or store washer where it will need : Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96" (2.4 m) Sump pump...

Installation Guide - Page 4

... need a sump pump system. DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be purchased separately. Top of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. If you must be at least 39" (990 mm) high; or 20-amp...

Installation Guide - Page 6

... faucet. Water should be secure but loose enough to provide a gap for washer to make sure that your water inlet hoses have flat washers at both ends. Insert new flat washers For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, connect the drain hose form. Washer IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks, check that the hot water hose is connected...

Installation Guide - Page 8

... or liquid detergent for a medium-size load and pour it to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on washer. 3. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. If there is plugged into a grounded 3-prong outlet Jam nut If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to complete...

Use & Care Guide - Page 3

... low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to thoroughly wet the load. Load garments in your past agitator-style washer. Concentrated Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. This is needed. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. HE detergents are...

Use & Care Guide - Page 4

...washer OFF. 2 WASH CYCLE KNOB Turn the Wash Cycle knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. Pressing once while the washer is on the cycle selected. Overloading, unbalanced loads... opened . For most cycles. FABRIC SOFTENER DISPENSER Press this option is preset for the load being...the cycle is complete, the DONE indicator will leave your load. • Slower spin speeds mean shorter dry...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

... fabric care, choose the cycle that need rinsing only Rinse & Spin High Medium Low EcoBoost™ Fabric Softener Wet load of clothes Drain & Spin High Medium Low For models with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of set a follow-up cycle, add additional detergent...

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

... promptly. • Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes. Do not remove ground prong. Add laundry products • Empty pockets. NOTE: Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Load laundry into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears...

Use & Care Guide - Page 9

... be dispensed in the last rinse. A dd liquid fabric softener to immediately dispense into washer. Overfilling dispenser will be selected to produce the right amount of suds for information on ... to determine the amount of cleaning washer dispensers. 5. Add liquid chlorine bleach to turn on your load size. NOTE: Do not add single-dose laundry packets, color-safe bleach, Oxi-type...

Use & Care Guide - Page 10

...START/PAUSE again to select desired delay time. 2. If lid is left open the lid to add garments If you may wish to begin a wash ...delaying a cycle: 1. Cold Warm water may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. NOTE: Not all cycles. This may ... and rusting of cycle signal will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

...of controlling the rate at which in turn may result in the washer's dispensers. Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer Read these instructions completely before or after 5 years of replacement ...may increase the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate. 3. A lways leave the washer lid open to the washer when following this procedure. Cleaning the Outside of odor-causing residue. See...

Use & Care Guide - Page 12

.... 3. Do not remove ground prong. Flush water pipes and hoses. Run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use an extension cord. If moving during freezing weather, follow these steps: 1. Do not use washer again: 1. Before using your washer for a medium-size load. 12 Plug in new location. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount...

Use & Care Guide - Page 13

... to call . Vibration during the spin/drain cycles. Do not load garments directly over drain opening. See "Cycle Guide." See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer." For normal operating sounds, go to drainpipe or laundry tub. Drain hose connection Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to www.whirlpool.com/product_help. An...

Use & Care Guide - Page 14

... not add more detergent. Do not add more water to spin correctly, leaving the load wetter than cycles with a lower spin speed. Washer may be tightly packed. Washer may be closed for balanced spinning. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for loading recommendations. 14 Do not use an adapter. Ensure there is power to remove...

Use & Care Guide - Page 15

... inlet hose. Do not load garments directly over drain opening. Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions for the type of load items. Use the recommended cycle for your load. Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and detergent or bleach residues may be attached to both washer and faucet, and have...

Use & Care Guide - Page 16

... sure to improve cleaning. much HE detergent. Fabric Damage Sharp items were in loose heaps evenly around washplate. Fabric damage can prevent washer from regular detergent can occur if the load Load garments in pockets during wash to possibly avoid a service call. Use cycle designed for tough cleaning. Add only 1 or 2 additional garments...

Use & Care Guide - Page 17

...opened) appears Washer lid left open . in display Load not balanced. Always select Fabric Softener option to continue. uL (unbalanced load) appears in display Close the lid to clear the code. The washer is left open... dispenser operation Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. If code appears again, call . Allow the washer to possibly avoid a service ...

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