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TOP LOADING WASHING MACHINE QUICK START GUIDE
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons,
read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your
appliance’s Owner’s Manual, before operating this appliance.
Step 1. ADD HE
DETERGENT
Designed to use only HE (High
Efficiency) detergents.
NOTE:
See ADDING LAUNDRY
PRODUCTS (below) for more
information on adding HE
detergent, fabric softener, and/or
bleach.
Step 3. PRESS POWER TO
TURN ON THE
WASHER
Step 5. ADJUST CYCLE
SETTINGS, IF
DESIRED
Step 2. LOAD CLOTHES
For best results, load garments in
loose heaps evenly around the
basket wall.
Step 4. SELECT THE
DESIRED CYCLE FOR
YOUR LOAD*
Step 6. SELECT ADDITIONAL
OPTIONS*
Step 7. PRESS AND HOLD START/PAUSE TO BEGIN CYCLE
NOTE:
Start button must be held for 1
second to start cycle. Once the status
lights are illuminated, release the start
button.
*Not all cycles, settings or options are available with all models.
ADDING LAUNDRY PRODUCTS
IMPORTANT:
Using non-HE detergent will likely result in longer cycle
times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component
malfunction and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents
should be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount
of suds for the best performance.
ADDING HE DETERGENT AND FABRIC SOFTENER
Add both liquid HE detergent & fabric
softener (if desired) to the dispenser
drawer. Make sure to choose the
“Fabric Softener” Rinse Option when
adding Fabric Softener.
NOTE:
Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions to determine the amount of
laundry products to use.
ADDING LIQUID CHLORINE BLEACH
Add a measured
amount of liquid
chlorine bleach to the
dispenser cup. Do not
overfill, dilute, or use
more than 1 cup
(236 mL). Do not use
colorsafe bleach or oxi
products in the same
cycle with liquid
chlorine bleach.
Liquid
Chlorine Bleach
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES
1
3
4
2
*Appearance may vary depending on model.
1.
POWER
Press to turn on/off or to stop/cancel a cycle.
2.
CYCLE KNOB
Turn knob to select desired cycle.
3.
START/PAUSE
Press and hold the Start/Pause button for a few seconds until
all status lights are illuminated, then release to start cycle.
Press during a cycle to pause cycle and unlock lid.
NOTE:
If machine is spinning it may take longer to unlock
lid.
4.
CYCLE MODIFIERS
(Not all modifiers are available on
all cycles)
TEMP
Press to modify the cycle’s available temperatures (Tap Cold,
Cold, Cool, Warm, or Hot).
NOTE:
Pressing Temp will toggle through available
temperature options. When no lights in the temperature
column are illuminated the selected temperature is Tap
Cold.
RINSE OPTIONS
Press to modify the cycle’s available rinse options. Press once for
Fabric Softener, twice for Extra Rinse and three times to activate
both.
FABRIC SOFTENER
Select this option to let the machine know when you have
added liquid fabric softener.
EXTRA RINSE
Select this option to add a second rinse.
DEEP WATER OPTIONS
Press to modify the cycle’s available deep water options (Medium
or High). Use these options to automatically add more water to
your wash cycle. You can also use this option to reduce the
likelihood of white residue on dark clothing.
NOTE:
If the washer detects an out-of-balance condition it may
pause and attempt and re-distribute the load. During this time the
Sense and Wash status indicators will both briefly illuminate.
WARNING:
Do not wash water-resistant or water repellant-type
clothing. Failure to closely follow these instructions may result in
an abnormal vibrating and out-of-balance condition that could
result in physical injury, property damage, and/or appliance
damage.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT CYCLE
A cycle guide for your washer can be found online at
www.whirlpool.com
. The document will help
identify which cycle to choose for various load types as well as the default cycle options. For example
we recommend using the NORMAL cycle with Warm water for cottons, linens and mixed-garment
loads.
MORE WATER WHEN YOU WANT IT
AUTO SENSING AND DEEP WATER
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The washer will adjust the water level to
the optimal amount for a High Efficiency
wash of the detected load size.
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Use one of the Deep Water Options to
automatically add more water to your
wash cycle.
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It is recommended to use BULKY ITEMS
cycle with Deep Water-High option for
loads where maximum water level is
desired.
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Expect longer cycle times due to
extended fill duration when using the
Deep Water Options.
CLEANING WITH LESS WATER
The washer has been designed and
optimized to provide a thorough cleaning
using less water to conserve energy and
resources.
As the washer dampens and moves the
load, the level of the items will settle in the
basket. This is normal, and does not
indicate that more items should be added.
IMPORTANT:
You will not see a full basket
of water as with older, less efficient
washing machines. It is normal for some of
the load to be above the water line.
For detailed installation instruction and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner’s Manual
included with your machine.
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For information on any of the following items, a full cycle guide, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for
use and installation, please visit
www.whirlpool.com/owners
, or in Canada
www.whirlpool.ca/owners
. This may save you the cost of
a service call.
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or in Canada call
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.
You can write with any questions or concerns at:
Whirlpool Brand Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692
Whirlpool Brand Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
Unit 200-6750 Century Ave
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
IMPORTANT:
Retain this guide for future use.
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are dampened
with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of
oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.