Whirlpool WTW8800YW Support Question
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Question posted by jarhiker on July 5th, 2013
Has There Been Any Recalls On This Washer?
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on August 5th, 2013 11:29 AM
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Search http://www.recalls.gov/, which posts all government recalls.
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Related Whirlpool WTW8800YW Manual Pages
Installation Guide - Page 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 ...
Installation Guide - Page 3
... power cord is attached to reduce noise transfer.
■■ For closet installation, with vents
* Required spacing
3 Some water can remain in washer and can cause damage in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
Spacing for recessed area or closet installation All dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, with tested spacing of...
Installation Guide - Page 4
... determine that may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits...washer is adequate.
■■ Do not ground to have a fuse in your "Use and Care Guide."
If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of laundry...
Installation Guide - Page 5
...materials. Remove drain hose from washer
cabinet
Gently pull hose out of back of washer.
5 IMPORTANT: Do not force excess drain hose back into rear of washer cabinet from the washer tub.
REMOVE SHIPPING BASE ... Remove shipping base
and packing ring
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you need to move the washer in the "Remove Shipping Base and Packing Ring" section. ■■ If ...
Installation Guide - Page 6
... Parts" to help in picture) or over side of form. Hose
should run until it is empty.
Place drain hose in standpipe
A
B
A. Insert new flat washers
For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, connect the drain hose form. Do not use old hoses. Both hoses must extend 4.5" (114 mm) beyond the form.
3. For...
Installation Guide - Page 7
... and in firm contact with the floor. You will help reduce the chance of water may be connected for leaks
Move the washer to faucets or washer. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
Place level here
Check the levelness of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Not Level
LEVEL
Not Level...
Installation Guide - Page 8
... an extra part, go back through steps to see what was skipped.
■■ Check that you have all of your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of /recycle all parts are now installed.
See "Electrical Requirements."
■■ Check that all packaging materials.
■■ Check ...
Energy Guide - Page 1
Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8200Y*, WTW8240Y*,
WTW8400Y*, WTW8440Y*, WTW8600Y*, WTW8800Y*
Cat. Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 per therm.
• For more information, ...
Dimension Guide - Page 1
... spacing for ease of installation and servicing. ■■ Additional spacing on all sides of the washer is recommended to reduce noise transfer. ■■ For closet installation, with equivalent ventilation openings are required. Louvered doors with a door, minimum ventilation openings in .2* (...
Dimension Guide - Page 2
.... To order, please see Installation Instructions packed with cable tie. install no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from
bottom of washer. (Additional hoses may be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain system.
IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom...
Use & Care Guide - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Use & Care Guide - Page 3
...Do not load garments directly over the center of detergent to a traditional agitator-style washer. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the load to thoroughly wet the ...manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of the washplate; Load garments in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to soak. It may hear a clicking and hum at all...
Use & Care Guide - Page 4
... the time shown in different energy and water usage. Press START/ PAUSE again to restart the cycle.
4 ECO MONITOR Your washer is added to increase your energy savings on your laundry load. DEEP CLEAN with HEATER The Deep Clean with any selected options, will add some are available on all models.
1 POWER...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5
...bleach. Oxi: This dispenser holds up to 3/4 cup (180 mL) Oxi booster or other laundry booster, such as powdered
A
or liquid color-safe bleach. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics,...; Slower spin speeds mean less wrinkling, but may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. Laundry boosters are available with only bleach OR oxi. C Liquid fabric softener dispenser
Pour...
Use & Care Guide - Page 7
... organization. Heavily soiled,
Sanitary with Hot
colorfast fabrics
Oxi††
No clothes in washer
Clean Washer
with AFFRESH™ cycle. Preset cycle setting must be interrupted. Use with an empty ... Fabric Softener
Oxi
This cycle uses more water to kill dust mites. See "Cleaning Your Washer." High Medium
Low No Spin
EcoBoost This cycle uses a high-speed spin. All cycle ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8
...wrinkling and tangling.
8 Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets.
NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care labels instructions to avoid ...avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to your laundry
2. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains promptly.
• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 9
... result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. Pour a measured amount of HE detergent into washer. always follow manufacturer's directions for information on washer
Liquid chlorine bleach/ Oxi dispenser
Add liquid chlorine bleach or Oxi laundry boost product to dispenser
Fabric softener dispenser
Detergent dispenser
Add a measured amount of liquid fabric softener...
Use & Care Guide - Page 12
... both water faucets;
Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in your washer. Flush water pipes and hoses. Run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use , vacation, winter storage or moving , or not using again, run
washer on both water faucets. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside...
Use & Care Guide - Page 13
... load sizes and adds correct amount of a clogged sink or drainpipe. See "What's New under your washer will not be in water. Use Bulky Items cycle for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.)
An unbalanced load can backup out of water for leaks or clogged sink or drain.
Clicking...
Use & Care Guide - Page 17
... hose installation. dU (Lid cannot unlock) appears in display
F## code (F-type error code) appears in the washer will drain any clogs from the top of laundry, from drain hose. Always select Fabric Softener option to restart washer. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in display
Load too large. Do not tape over drain opening...
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Detergent is on the load - Front-load washer
...;F (15.5°C). Detergent is on the load - Were you using HE High Efficiency detergent? Top-load washer Are you washing a large load? Front-load washer My front-load washer leaves detergent on my clothes. Laundry detergents are not enough suds - Water temperatures below 60°F (15.5°C) do not dissolve well in... -
Leaking water - Cabrio® washer with agitator
... off the top of water per minute. Check the household plumbing (laundry tub, faucets, drainpipe and water pipes) for blocked drains. video washer with the washer. Make sure all four feet are connected to the washer and to the drainpipe or laundry tub. See the Installation Instructions for details. Are there signs of... -
The cycle time is not correct - Cabrio® washer with agitator
...nbsp;pause and rinsing is necessary and may occur several attempts to redistribute the laundry load in Corners Not draining, not spinning out water, wet loads - ... Cabrio® The cycle time is displayed, the washer automatically extends the rinse time to remove the excess suds. Product Recall Information Is "Sd" displayed? Do you see ...
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