Whirlpool® Top Loading Washing Machine Quick Start Guide

Control Panel and Features

POWER: Press to turn on/off or to stop/cancel a cycle.

CYCLE KNOB: Turn knob to select desired cycle.

START/PAUSE: Press and hold the Start/Pause button for 1 second 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.)

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.
• OPTIONS: Press to add or remove options for each cycle. Press once to add a 30 min PreSoak, twice to activate Deep Water and three times for both.
• DEEP WATER: Use this option 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.
• 30 MIN PRESOAK: Touch to add a 30 minutes presoak period to help loosen tough stains. The washer will fill, pause to soak, and then begin the selected cycle.
• FAUCET: Press to access an instant water stream. Use this feature to pretreat clothes and other items right in the washer. You can also use this feature to manually add water to the machine as desired.

Note: The washer will drain at the beginning of the cycle if a large volume of water is detected to ensure the machine can correctly sense the load size.

Note: If the washer detects an out-of-balance condition it may pause and attempt to correct the situation. 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.

Getting Started Steps

1. STEP 1. ADD HE DETERGENT: Designed to use only HE (High Efficiency) detergents.
2. STEP 2. LOAD CLOTHES: For best results, load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.
3. STEP 3. PRESS POWER: To turn on the washer.
4. STEP 4. SELECT THE DESIRED CYCLE: Choose from cycles like NORMAL, JEANS, HEAVY DUTY, WHITES, COLORS, ACTIVEWEAR, DELICATES, BULKY ITEMS, TOWELS, QUICK WASH, CLEAN WASHER, DRAIN & SPIN.
5. STEP 5. ADJUST CYCLE SETTINGS, IF DESIRED: Modify temperature, rinse options, fabric softener, extra rinse, deep water, or 30 min presoak.
6. STEP 6. SELECT ADDITIONAL OPTIONS: Further customize your wash.
7. STEP 7. PRESS AND HOLD START/PAUSE TO BEGIN CYCLE: Hold the button for 1 second to start.

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, Whirlpool recommends 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: The washer will adjust the water level to the optimal amount for a High Efficiency wash of the detected load size.

Press Deep Water to automatically add more water to your wash cycle. It is recommended to use the BULKY ITEMS cycle with the Deep Water option for loads where maximum water level is desired. Expect longer cycle times due to extended fill duration when using the Deep Water option.

Pre-Treating Before a Wash Cycle

Press the Faucet button once to turn on and press again to turn off. Faucet will automatically shut off after 10 minutes or when max water level is reached. Water will automatically drain if water level becomes too high. Water will also drain after 10 minutes if the lid is left open or 3 hours if the lid is left closed.

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. 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.

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 to Basket: Add a measured amount of HE detergent or single-dose laundry packets into the basket. If using oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of laundry products to use.

Adding Liquid Chlorine Bleach: Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (236 mL). Do not use color-safe bleach or oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.

Adding Liquid Fabric Softener: Whirlpool suggests using the Downy Ball dispenser. Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener into the Downy Ball® dispenser, pull the ring tightly to seal it, and place on top of load. Follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of fabric softener based on your load size. Then use the Rinse Options button to select Fabric Softener. The Downy Ball® dispenser will automatically release the fabric softener at the correct time in the cycle. For questions on using the Downy Ball® dispenser visit www.downy.com.

Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually: Select the Fabric Softener option on the control panel before starting a cycle. During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the Start/Pause button to pause the washer. Lift the lid and add the recommended amount of liquid fabric softener. Close the lid, press and hold the Start/Pause button to resume the cycle.

Assistance or Service and Additional Information

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