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WASHER
Use & Care Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES WASHER SAFETY ..........................................................................3 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE........................................................22 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................4 EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION...................................................23 Outillage et pièces......................................................................23 Tools and Parts ..............................
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WASHER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately DAN
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Alternate Parts Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Your installation may require additional parts. For ordering The parts supplied are in the washer basket. information, please refer to the “Assistance or Service” section of this manual. Tools needed: If You Have: You Will Need to Buy: Pliers that open to 1⁹⁄₁₆" (3.95 cm) Laundry tub or Sump pump system (if not already Flashlight (optional) standpipe taller avail
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Location Requirements Selecting the proper location for your washer improves Installation spacing for recessed area and closet performance and minimizes noise and possible washer “walk.” installation The following spacing dimensions shown are recommended Your washer can be installed in a basement, laundry room, when the washer is to be operated with, or without, the Stack Kit. closet, or recessed area. See “Drain System.” This washer has been tested for installation with spacing of IMPORTA
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Recessed or closet installation - Stacked with stack kit If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the (Accessory) ground path is adequate. 3" (7.6 cm) Do not ground to a gas pipe. 3" 12" (7.6 cm) (30.5 cm) Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the 2 48 in. washer is properly grounded. 2 (310 cm ) Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. DRYER GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For
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The top of the standpipe must be at least 23.5" (59.7 cm) high and no higher than 72" (183 cm) from the bottom of the washer. Remove Transport System To install the machine, follow the steps below: 1. Using a 10 mm wrench, loosen each of the transport bolts. 2. Loosen the four transport bolts and remove them along with 23.5 - 35" the plastic splined and rubber spacers. (59.7 - 88.9 cm) A B AB C D Laundry tub drain system (view C) The laundry tub requires a minimum carry-away capacity of
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Connect Drain Hose Connect the Inlet Hoses Proper connection of the drain hose will help protect your floors There are two hoses provided with the machine. The hot water from damage due to water leakage. To keep the drain hose from hose is indicated with a red stripe running the length of the hose. coming off or leaking, it must be installed according to the Insert new filter washers (supplied) into the straight hose fitting of following instructions. each inlet hose. Firmly seat the washers
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2. Attach the hose with the red stripe to the HOT (right) inlet 4. If the washer is not level, prop up the front of the washer with valve on the washer. Screw on coupling by hand until it is the wood block and adjust the feet up or down as necessary. seated on the flat washer. Make sure the hose connection is If the washer is against a wall, move the washer out slightly tight. before tipping back. Repeat this step until washer is level. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the valves can re
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WASHER USE First Wash Cycle Without Laundry Starting Your Washer To clean the interior of the washer before washing clothes for the first time, select the Regular/Normal cycle and run the washer WARNING without clothes. Use ¹⁄₂ the normal recommended amount of powdered or liquid HE detergent. For All Wash Cycles 1. To load washer, open the washer door by pulling on the handle. Sort laundry according to color and type of fabric. Fire Hazard Place a load of sorted clothes in the washer. Do n
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NOTES: 1. Pull out the dispenser drawer. Use only HE detergents and follow label instructions. Do not add detergent to the Pre Wash compartment unless you have selected the Pre Wash option. If you have detergent in both the Pre Wash and Main Wash compartments, and have not selected a Pre Wash option, the washer could oversuds. Suds could spill onto the floor. If you select the Pre Wash option, use powdered HE detergent in the Main Wash compartment. If you use liquid HE detergent in
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Controls The control panel is simple to understand and easy to operate. The illustration below defines the knobs and buttons, and the paragraphs define the purpose of each. Power Spin Speed Knob This button switches the power to the machine on and off. After Use this knob to set the spin speed. In addition to the Low, Power is pressed, the Start button will flash. Medium, High and Extra High spin speeds, there is a No Spin option. This is for delicate fabrics that should not be spun dry.
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Cycles The table below defines each wash cycle in detail to help you determine which cycle is best for each type of load. Options Available Maximum Soil Spin Pre Extra Cycles Temp Level Fabrics Cycle Descriptions Speed (1) Wash Rinse REGULAR Heavy Soil Hot Heavy Cottons, linens Long main wash, 3 rinses, Extra high Yes Yes Drain & Spin Whites Hot Heavy Cottons, linens, Main wash, 3 rinses, Extra high Yes Yes blends, synthetics Drain & Spin Normal Warm Heavy Cottons, linens, Main wash, 3 rinses,
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LAUNDRY TIPS Preparing clothes for washing Sorting Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if your garments. they would normally be washed together. Separate lint-givers (towels, chenille) from lint-takers (corduroy, synthetics, Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package for this permanent press). When possible, turn lint-givers inside-out. type of detergent will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.”
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WASHER CARE Cleaning Your Washer Cleaning the door seal Cleaning the exterior 1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. the washer. Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to keep it looking new. Use mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive products. 2. Inspect the gray seal/bellow between the door opening and the basket for stained areas. Pull back the seal/bellow to inspect all areas under the seal/bellow and
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3. Clean the filter with a soft brush under running water until all residue is removed. To use washer again: 4. Replace the filter and turn it clockwise until it is securely 1. Flush water pipes. Reconnect water inlet hoses to faucets. locked in place. Give the cap a gentle tug to confirm that the Turn on both water faucets. filter is secure. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 5. Close the filter door. Do not remove ground prong. Cleaning the control panel
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call... Washer odor Washer stops Do you use High Efficiency (HE) detergent? Check the following: Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent in this washer. Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet? Have you cleaned the washer interior using the Is there power at the plug? recommended procedure? Your washer interior should be Check electrical source or call an electrician. cleaned at
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Did you unload the washer promptly? Load too wet To avoid dye transfer, unload the washer as soon as it stops. Did you use a fabric softener dispensing ball? Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed? Dispensing balls will not operate correctly with this washer. Select a higher spin speed. Add liquid fabric softener to the fabric softener compartment. Did you wash a single item or bulky items or have you Did you use powdered detergent in a low-speed cycle? overloaded the
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check For further assistance “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool you still need help, follow the instructions below. Corporation with any questions or concerns at: When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete Whirlpool Corporation model and serial number of your appliance. This information will Customer eXperience Ce
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for Factory Specified Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. This limited warranty a
