Whirlpool Top Loading Washing Machine Quick Reference Guide
Control Panel and Features
The appearance of your washing machine may vary depending on the model.
1. POWER: Touch to turn the machine on/off or to stop/cancel a cycle.
2. WHAT TO WASH/HOW TO WASH: First, select a cycle from the "WHAT to wash" options, then select a cycle from the "HOW to wash" options to achieve the best combination for your items. Refer to the "Cycle Guide" for detailed cycle information.
3. LCD TIME/STATUS DISPLAY: This display shows the estimated time for the cycle to complete. Factors like load size and water pressure can affect the displayed time. Tightly packed loads, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may also cause the washer to adjust the cycle time. If a delay start is set, the display will show the adjusted delay time.
ADD GARMENT: When "Add Garment" is lit, you can pause the cycle, open the lid, and add items. Touch and hold the START/PAUSE button to resume the cycle.
4. START/PAUSE: Touch and hold to start a cycle. Touch during a cycle to pause and unlock the lid. Note: If the machine is spinning, it may take longer for the lid to unlock.
5. CYCLE MODIFIERS (Not all modifiers are available on all cycles):
- SPIN: Touch to modify available spin speeds (Off, Medium, Fast).
- TEMP: Touch to modify available water temperatures (Tap Cold, Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot).
- SOIL: Touch to modify available soil levels (Extra Light, Light, Normal, Heavy, Extra Heavy).
6. CYCLE OPTIONS (Not all options are available on all cycles):
- REMOTE ENABLE: Touch to enable remote control via the Whirlpool® app. Opening the lid cancels "Remote Enable".
- LOAD & GO™ Bulk Dispenser: This dispenser holds detergent and automatically dispenses the correct amount at the optimal time.
- FABRIC SOFTENER: Touch to indicate when fabric softener has been added to the dispenser.
- DEEP WATER: Touch to add more water to the wash load beyond the auto-sensed level. Options include Auto, Medium, High, Max Fill. Expect longer cycle times with this option.
- DELAY START: Touch to delay the start of the wash cycle for up to 12 hours.
- PRESOAK: Touch to add a presoak period to help loosen tough stains. The washer will fill, pause to soak, and then begin the selected cycle. Options: 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes, 120 minutes.
- EXTRA RINSE: Touch to automatically add a second rinse to most cycles.
- CYCLE SIGNAL: Touch to turn the end-of-cycle signal on/off and adjust the tone volume.
- MORE OPTIONS: Includes Drain & Spin, Rinse & Spin, Clean Washer with affresh®, and Favorite Cycle.
Get the Whirlpool® App and Get Connected
Download the Whirlpool® app on your mobile device. For subscription and connectivity instructions, terms of use, and privacy policy, visit www.whirlpool.com/connect or www.whirlpool.ca/connect (Canada). Launch the app and follow the steps to subscribe and create a user account to connect to your appliance. For assistance, call Whirlpool® Connected Appliances at 1-866-333-4591.
Using Your Washer
Connecting Unit to Internet: To connect your unit to the internet, download the Whirlpool® App and press "Remote Enable".
Allowing Remote Control and Interaction: The user must press "Remote Enable" when connected to allow remote control and interaction.
Fire Hazard Warning:
Never place items in the washer that are damp 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.
Steps for Using Your Washer:
- SORT & LOAD LAUNDRY: See "Loading Recommendation" section.
- ADD HE DETERGENT & LAUNDRY PRODUCTS TO DISPENSERS: Remove the dispenser tray for powder HE detergent. Use the bulk dispenser for liquid detergent.
- TOUCH POWER TO TURN ON THE WASHER.
- SELECT THE DESIRED CYCLE FOR YOUR LOAD: Choose from "WHAT to wash" categories.
- ADJUST CYCLE SETTINGS, IF DESIRED: Use Spin, Temp, and Soil options.
- SELECT ADDITIONAL OPTIONS: Choose from Quick, Extra Rinse, More Options, etc.
- TOUCH AND HOLD START/PAUSE TO BEGIN CYCLE.
Loading Recommendation:
For best performance, load items loosely and evenly around the washplate and agitator. Do not lay items lengthwise around the washplate or agitator.
Rinsing Before Running a Wash Cycle:
Water Faucet Operation: Press the faucet button once to turn on, and again to turn off. The faucet will automatically shut off after 10 minutes or when the maximum water level is reached. Water will drain automatically if the level becomes too high or the lid is left open for 10 minutes. On LOAD & GO™ models, when the faucet is on, touch the Temp button to select water temperature or the LOAD & GO™ button to manually dispense detergent.
Fabric Brush:
- Turn the brush from the body to open.
- Add liquid laundry detergent.
- Turn to close.
- To dispense detergent, push the button.
More Water When You Want It (Auto Sensing & Deep Water Wash):
The washer automatically adjusts the water level for the detected load size. Touch "Deep Water" to add more water. Levels: Auto, Medium, High, Max Fill. Not all levels are available on all cycles. It is normal for some items to be above the water line; the washer dampens and moves the load, causing items to settle.
Using the Dispenser:
The LOAD & GO™ feature is on by default. Touch the LOAD & GO™ button to view dispensing options. Hold the LOAD & GO™ button for 3 seconds to choose a detergent concentration (2X to 10X). Pull the drawer out for easy refilling.
2-IN-1 REMOVABLE AGITATOR
Agitator Mode: Keep it in for increased mechanical action to remove loose soils. Best for everyday mixed loads.
Impeller Mode: Remove it for added space and a gentle clean. Best for bulky items like bedding and delicate items like undergarments.
Using the Removable Agitator: Squeeze the handle, rotate counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove. Push down and rotate clockwise to re-install until it locks.
Cycle Guide
This guide helps you select the best cycle. First, determine "WHAT to wash" based on your items, then "HOW to wash" based on your desired cleaning method.
"WHAT to wash" Cycle Selection | "HOW to wash" Cycle Selection | |||||
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Regular | Delicates | Bulky Items | Whites | Colors | Towels | |
Cottons/Linens | R | a | a | a | a | a |
Mixed | R | a | a | a | a | a |
Pajamas | R | a | a | a | a | a |
Sweatshirts | R | a | a | a | a | a |
T-Shirts | R | a | a | a | a | a |
Athletic Wear | R | a | a | a | a | a |
Bright Colors | R | a | a | a | a | a |
Business Casual | a | R | a | a | a | a |
Casuals | a | R | a | a | a | a |
Dark Colors | R | a | a | a | a | a |
Dress Shirts/Pants | a | R | a | a | a | a |
Jeans | R | a | a | a | a | a |
No-Iron Fabrics | a | R | a | a | a | a |
Baby Clothes | R | a | a | a | ||
Handkerchiefs | R | a | a | a | ||
Napkins | R | a | a | a | ||
Socks | R | a | a | a | ||
Tablecloth | R | a | a | a | a | a |
Undergarments | R | a | a | a | a | a |
White Clothing | R | a | a | a | ||
White Shirts | R | a | a | a | ||
White Towels | R | a | a | a | ||
White T-Shirts | R | a | a | a | a | a |
Sanitize with OXI: Use this cycle to eliminate 99.9% of bacteria when used with Oxi additives. Preset cycle settings must be used. Add an Oxi product before starting.
Note on Normal Cycle: The Normal cycle is recommended for normally soiled cotton or linen clothes. Government energy certifications were based on the Normal cycle with all wash temperature selections and water fill levels offered. It was tested as a User Adjustable Automatic Water Fill Control System clothes washer with the Agitator installed. The settings as shipped are Regular + Normal cycle, Warm Wash Temp and Auto Water level, Deep Water off.
Washer Icons:
Image | Description | Status |
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[Locked Door] | Door Locked | Alert State |
[LOAD & GO™ Warning] | LOAD & GO™ Warning | Off One Cycle |
Off Always | ||
Detergent Low | ||
[Remote Enable] | Remote Enable | On |
[Delay Start] | Delay Start | On |
[PreSoak] | PreSoak | On |
[Smartgrid] | Smartgrid, Peak rates in effect | On |
Smart Delay | ||
Smart Pause | ||
WiFi Status Indicator | Connected | |
Disconnected | ||
Off | ||
[Fabric Softener] | Fabric Softener | Off |
[Extra Rinse] | Extra Rinse | Off |
[PreSoak] | PreSoak | Off |
[Deep Water] | Deep Water | On - Auto |
On - Auto Medium | ||
On - Auto High | ||
On - Max Fill | ||
[Fabric Softener] | Fabric Softener | On |
[Extra Rinse] | Extra Rinse | On |
[LOAD & GO™] | LOAD & GO™ | 50% |
75% | ||
Full | ||
[Favorite Cycle] | Favorite Cycle | |
[Download & Go Cycle] | Download & Go Cycle | |
[Cycle Signal] | Cycle Signal | Off |
Low | ||
Medium | ||
High | ||
[Clean Washer] | Clean Washer | |
[Remote Enable] | Remote Enable | Off |
[Faucet] | Faucet | On |
Off |
Note: Not all features and options are available on all models.
Assistance or Service and Additional Information
For detailed installation instructions, maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation, please refer to the INSTALLATION AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL included with your machine.
For detailed product dimensions, consult the DIMENSION GUIDE available at www.whirlpool.com/owners or www.whirlpool.ca/owners (Canada).
For information on the following items, visit www.whirlpool.com/owners or www.whirlpool.ca/owners (Canada). This may help save the cost of a service call.
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