Whirlpool TOP-LOADING WASHER User manual

W10280544D

W10280545C - SP

TOP-LOADING

WASHER

USE AND CARE GUIDE

Table of Contents

WASHER SAFETY.........................................................2

WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? .................................3

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ............................4

CYCLE GUIDE...............................................................6

USING YOUR WASHER................................................7

WASHER MAINTENANCE..........................................10

TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................12

WARRANTY.................................................................16

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE........................Back Cover

Table des matières

SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ......................................17

QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? .................18

TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET

CARACTÉRISTIQUES.................................................19

GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES ........................................21

UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE ..................................22

ENTRETIEN DE LA LAVEUSE ....................................25

DÉPANNAGE ...............................................................27

GARANTIE...................................................................33

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE............ Couverture arrière

LAVEUSE À CHARGEMENT

PAR LE DESSUS

GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET

D’ENTRETIEN

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WASHER SAFETY

Lid Lock

To allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and

the Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is

lit, the lid is locked and cannot be opened. When

this light is blinking, the washer is paused. When

this light is off, the lid can be opened. After a cycle

is started, the lid locks, unlocks, and locks again.

If you need to open the lid to add a garment after

this point, you must press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK

and wait for the lid to unlock. The lid will only unlock

after washer movement has stopped. Depending

on when in the cycle you try to pause, it may take

several seconds to several minutes for the lid to

unlock.

Sensing

This washer will perform a series of spins to check

for load balance. When a load is started, it may take

2–3 minutes before water begins to enter the basket.

During this time, a series of clicks and a whirring

noise signal that sensing technology is determining

if there is an off-balance load.

IMPORTANT:

• Washer will not operate if the lid is open.

• Washer will not begin to ll with water until the lid is closed, locked, and the sensing process is complete.

This delay in ll could take 2–3 minutes.

• Fabric Softener Added option must be selected "Yes" to ensure fabric softener dispenses at the correct time.

Sounds

At different stages of the wash cycle, you may

hear sounds and pauses that are different from

those of your previous washer. For example, you

may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of

the cycle as the lid lock goes through a self-test.

There will be different kinds of humming and

whirring sounds as the agitator tests for load

balance or moves the load. And, sometimes,

you may hear nothing at all as the washer allows

time for clothes to soak.

Spray Rinse

Select cycles default to a spray rinse. During these

cycles, you will hear water enter the washer as the

tub spins, allowing the rinse water to penetrate

clothes. Check the “Cycle Guide” for details.

WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID?

Your new washer will operate differently than your past agitator-style washer.

CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES

LOAD SIZE

Select the setting most suitable for your load. Ex Small

will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super

will add the most amount of water for large or bulky loads.

Items need to move freely. Tightly packing can lead to poor

cleaning performance, and may increase wrinkling and

tangling.

TEMPERATURE

Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform

water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and

cold water.

Select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric

and soils being washed. For best results and following

the garment label instructions, use the warmest wash

water safe for your fabric.

• Warm and hot water will be cooler than what your

previous washer provided.

• Even in a cold and cool water wash, some warm water

may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum

temperature.

OPTIONS

The following options may be added to most cycles.

EXTRA RINSE

This option can be used to automatically add a second

rinse to most cycles.

FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED-YES

This option must be selected if using fabric softener

during a cycle. It ensures that fabric softener is added

at the correct time in the rinse for even distribution.

FABRIC SOFTENER ADDED with EXTRA RINSE

This option turns on both the Fabric Softener and the

Extra Rinse options.

4WASH CYCLE KNOB

Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your

washer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load.

See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles.

START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON

Press to start the selected cycle; press again to pause the

cycle and unlock the lid.

NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several

minutes to unlock the lid. Press and hold for 3 seconds

to cancel a cycle.

CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR

The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle.

At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or

pauses that are different from traditional washers.

FILL

When the START/Pause/Unlock button is pressed,

the washer will rst perform a self-test on the lid lock

mechanism. You will hear a click, and the lid will unlock

briey before locking again. The washer will use spins

to check for load balance. These spins may take several

minutes before water is added to the washer. You may

hear the hum of the spins before lling. This is normal.

WASH

You will hear the agitator moving the load. The motor

sounds may change at different stages in the cycle.

The wash time is determined by the selected soil level.

Not all features and options are available on all models.

Appearance may vary.

RINSE

You will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the

washer rinses and moves the load. You may hear the

motor turning on briey (short hum) to move the basket

while lling. Fabric softener will be added if the Fabric

Softener Added-Yes option was selected.

Some cycles use spray rinsing. After draining and

spinning out wash water, the washer will continue to

spin and spray in rinse water for the entire rinse time.

SPIN

The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for

proper water removal, based on the selected cycle

and spin speed.

DONE

Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on.

Remove the load promptly for best results.

LID LOCKED

To allow for higher spin speeds, the

lid will lock and the Lid Locked light

will turn on. When this light is lit, the

lid is locked and cannot be opened.

When this light is blinking, the washer

is paused. When this light is off, the lid

can be opened.

If you need to open the lid, press

START/Pause/Unlock. The lid will

unlock once the washer movement

has stopped. This may take several

minutes if the load was spinning at

high speed. Press START/Pause/

Unlock again to resume the cycle.

CYCLE GUIDE

Items to wash: Cycle: Temperature*: Spin

Speed: Cycle Details:

Machine-wash

silks, lingerie,

washable wools

Delicate Low

No-iron fabrics,

cottons, perm

press, linens,

synthetics

Cottons, linens,

sheets, and mixed

garment loads

Lightly-soiled

no-iron fabrics

and synthetics

Sturdy fabrics,

colorfast items,

towels, jeans

Heavily soiled

fabrics

Casual

Regular

Normal

Regular

Casual

Light

Normal

Heavy

Soak

Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating

“Machine Washable Silks” or “Gentle” cycle on the care

label. Place small items in mesh garment bags before

washing. This cycle features a spray rinse.

Use this cycle to wash loads of no-iron fabrics such as

sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent

press, and blends.

Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed fabric

loads. This cycle features a spray rinse.

Use this cycle to wash lightly-soiled loads of no-iron fabrics

such as sport shirts, blouses, casual business clothes,

permanent press, and blends.

Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. This cycle

features a spray rinse.

Use this cycle to soak small spots of set in stains on

fabrics. The washer will use intermittent agitation and

soaking. After time has expired, water will drain, but the

washer will not spin. Cycle is complete.

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

Low

High

Low

High

No Spin

For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best ts the load being washed.

Not all cycles and options are available on all models.

Lightweight

cotton fabrics Normal

Light

Use this cycle for lightly soiled mixed loads. This cycle

features a spray rinse.

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

High

Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

NOTE: Be sure to select Fabric Softener Added-Yes, if adding fabric softener to load.

*All rinses are cold.

Swimsuits and

items requiring

rinsing without

detergent

Rinse &

Spin

Combines a rinse and high speed spin for loads requiring

an additional rinse cycle or to complete a load after power

interruption. Also use for loads that require rinsing only.

Cold rinse only High

Dripping wet or

hand-washed

items

Drain &

Spin

This cycle uses a spin to shorten drying times for heavy

fabrics or special-care items washed by hand. Use this

cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing

a cycle after a power failure.

High

N/A

Heavily soiled

fabrics Super

Wash Hot

Warm

Cool

Cold

High Provides maximum wash time and action for tough stains

and soils. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items.

• Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object

can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing

unexpected sounds.

• Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature,

and colorfastness.

• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.

• Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics.

• Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because

heat can set stains into fabric.

• Treat stains promptly.

• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes, and

remove non-washable trim and ornaments.

• Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items

during washing.

Helpful Tips:

• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load

evenly.

• Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing

delicate or small items.

• Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers from

lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up

lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.

NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to

avoid damage to your garments.

1. Sort and prepare your laundry

Add a measured amount of detergent into the bottom of the

washer basket before adding clothes. If using an Oxi or

color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom

of the washer basket, as well.

IMPORTANT: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to

determine the amount of detergent to use.

2. Add detergent

USING YOUR WASHER

5. Add fabric softener to dispenser

(on some models)

Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric

softener into dispenser; always follow

manufacturer’s directions for correct amount

of fabric softener based on your load size.

Dilute liquid fabric softener by lling the dispenser with warm

water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See max ll

line arrows. Then select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option or

Fabric Softener Added with Extra Rinse option.

IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected

to “Yes” to ensure proper distribution at correct time in cycle.

Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load

During the nal rinse, wait until the washer has completed

lling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to pause the

washer. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount

of liquid fabric softener. Do not allow liquid fabric softener to

spill, splash, drip, or run into the basket or on load. Do not use

more than the recommended amount. Close the lid and press the

START/Pause/Unlock button again to start the washer.

IMPORTANT: Fabric Softener Added option must be selected to

“Yes” to ensure proper distribution of the fabric softener during

the rinse portion of the cycle.

4. Add liquid chlorine bleach

to dispenser

Liquid

Chlorine Bleach

Do not overll, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (250 mL).

Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same

cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

Load garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall.

For best results, do not pack the load tightly. Do not wrap large

items such as sheets around the agitator; load them in loose

piles around the sides of the basket. Try mixing different sized

items to reduce tangling.

3. Load laundry into washer

MAX FILL

IMPORTANT: Do not tightly pack or force items into washer.

Items need to move freely for best cleaning and to reduce

wrinkling and tangling.

Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. For more

information, see “Cycle Guide”.

6. Select cycle

Wash Temp

Hot

Some cold water is added to save

energy. This will be cooler than

your hot water heater setting.

Warm

Some cold water will be added, so

this will be cooler than what your

previous washer provided.

Cool

Warm water may be added to

assist in soil removal and to help

dissolve detergents.

Cold

This is the temperature from your

faucet. If your tap cold water is

very cold, warm water may be

added to assist in soil removal and

help dissolve detergent.

Suggested Fabrics

8. Select TEMPERATURE

Once you select a cycle, select the desired wash temperature

by turning the Temperature knob to the appropriate setting

based on your load. All rinses are tap cold.

NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions

to avoid damage to your garments.

10. Press START/Pause/Unlock

to begin wash cycle

Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the wash

cycle. Filling is delayed for several minutes while load

balance is sensed. When the cycle has nished, the DONE

indicator will light. Promptly remove garments after cycle

has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting

of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps.

Unlocking the lid to add garments

If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments:

Press START/Pause/Unlock; the lid will unlock once the

washer movement has stopped. This may take several

minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Then close

lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to restart the cycle.

If lid is left open for more than 10 minutes, the water will pump

out automatically.

Delay in water fill

Filling is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to check for load

unbalance. You will hear the hum of the spin prior to lling.

This is normal operation.

Select the desired cycle options. If you are using fabric

softener, be sure to select one of the Fabric Softener Added

options.

Whites and pastels

Durable garments

Heavy soils

Bright colors

Moderate to light soils

Colors that bleed

or fade

Light soils

Dark colors that

bleed or fade

Light soils

9. Select options

Select the load size setting most suitable for your load. Small

will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super will

add the most amount of water for large or bulky loads. Items

need to move freely.

7. Select LOAD SIZE

CLEANING YOUR WASHER

Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your clothes. To keep

washer interior odor-free, follow this recommended monthly

cleaning procedure:

1. Make sure the washer is empty.

2. Using recommended AFFRESH®washer cleaner,

add one tablet to washer basket

If using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to

liquid chlorine bleach dispenser.

IMPORTANT: Do not add detergent. Do not use more than

recommended amount of bleach to avoid damaging product

over time.

3. Close washer lid.

4. Select Normal Heavy cycle, hot temperature, and large

load size.

5. Press START/Pause/Unlock.

NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must

be interrupted, press START/Pause/Unlock twice and run a

RINSE & SPIN cycle to ensure bleach has been rinsed from

washer. Press and hold the START/Pause/Unlock for

3 seconds to cancel the cycle.

Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser

1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and

squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.

2. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it.

NOTE: To avoid damage to the washer or clothing, do not

wash clothes with the liquid fabric softener dispenser removed.

Cleaning the bleach dispenser

Wipe the inside of the bleach dispenser with a clean, damp

cloth.

To clean exterior:

1. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills.

2. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer’s nish, do not

use abrasive products.

Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or

not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer.

2. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid ooding due

to water pressure surge.

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer

where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in

hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving

during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1. Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water

inlet hoses.

2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run

washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds

to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of

hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if

bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.

When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement

on the label with a permanent marker.

WATER INLET HOSES

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