Whirlpool Top Load Washer Quick Start Guide
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.
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.
Operating Instructions
Follow these steps to start your Whirlpool Top Load Washer:
Step 1: Add HE Detergent
NOTE: See the "Adding Laundry Products" section for more information on adding HE detergent, fabric softener, and/or bleach.
Step 2: Load Clothes
For best results, load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.
Step 3: Close Lid; then Select Cycle and Settings
The control panel features a large dial for selecting wash cycles, a 'Start/Pause' button, and several buttons/dials for 'Soil Level', 'Wash Temp', 'Rinse Option', and 'Water Level'. Progress lights indicate the cycle stage.
Step 4: Press Start/Pause/Cancel
Cycle Guide - Normal Cycle
For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Recommended settings for best performance are shown in bold. Not all cycles and options are available on all models. Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.
NOTE: All rinses are cold.
| Items to Wash | Cycle | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottons, linens, and mixed-garment loads | Normal | Hot, Warm, Cool, Cold, Tap Cold | Use this cycle for normally soiled cottons and mixed-fabric loads. A high spin speed is the default for this cycle. |
Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instruction and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner's Manual included with your machine.
For information on any of the following items, a full cycle guide, detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and installation, please visit https://www.whirlpool.com/owners, or in Canada https://www.whirlpool.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.
If you need to contact Whirlpool, use the information listed below for the appropriate region:
- United States: 1-800-253-1301, Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances, Customer eXperience Center, 553 Benson Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
- Canada: 1-800-807-6777, Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances, Customer eXperience Centre, 200-6750 Century Ave., Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Button Descriptions
SOIL LEVEL (on some models)
Select the setting most suitable for your load. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, select Heavy Soil Level for more wash time. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, select Light or Extra Light Soil Level for less wash time. A lighter soil-level setting will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.
WASH TEMP
Wash Temp 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, follow the garment label instructions using the warmest wash water safe for your fabric.
NOTES: On some models and cycles, warm and hot water may be cooler than your previous washer. Even in a cold- or cool-water wash, some warm water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. All rinses are cold.
WASH 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 online "Cycle Guide" for detailed descriptions.
RINSE OPTION
Select the option most suitable for your load. Select Auto with Extra Rinse, Deep Water Rinse, or Deep Water with Extra Rinse if using fabric softener during a cycle. It ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse for even distribution.
WATER LEVEL
Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the washer will automatically sense the appropriate water level for the load size and type. Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer will automatically add more water to any cycle at any time during the wash process.
NOTE: Expect longer cycle times due to extended fill times when using the Deep Water Wash option.
START/PAUSE BUTTON
Press to start the selected cycle. Press again to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. Close the lid and press to restart the cycle. Press and hold to cancel a cycle and pump out the water.
NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several minutes to unlock the lid.
PROGRESS LIGHTS
The Progress 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.
- Sensing/Fill: When the Start/Pause button is pressed and the Water Level knob is set to Auto Sensing, the washer will fill and begin sensing to determine load size and balance. A short but noticeable pause in the cycle action occurs during sensing. This is normal. Once sensing is complete, the washer will fill to the appropriate level for the detected load size and, on select cycles, agitation will occur during filling. This, too, is normal. When the washer is done filling, it will begin the wash phase of the cycle. To ensure that the most accurate load size is detected, avoid opening the lid during the "Sensing" phase.
- Wash: The washer will fill to the correct water level based on the load size and the Water Level selection. Certain cycles may agitate during the fill process to boost cleaning. When the wash cycle begins, you will hear the HE agitator increase speed. The motor sounds may change at different stages in the wash cycle while the washer performs different wash actions.
- Rinse: Certain cycles use a spray rinse, which adds water to the tub while the basket spins. You may hear the motor turning on briefly (short hum) to move the basket while filling. In some cases, you will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer fills, rinses, and moves the load.
- Final Spin: The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for proper water removal based on the selected cycle and spin speed.
- Cycle Complete: Once the cycle is complete, the lid will unlock and this light will come on. Remove the load promptly for best results.
Lid Locked
The Lid Locked feature allows for higher spin speeds. When lit, the lid is locked and cannot be opened without pausing the cycle. When the light is off, the lid can be opened. To open the lid after it has been locked, press Start/Pause/Cancel. 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/Cancel while the lid is closed to resume the cycle.
NOTE: The lid will automatically lock after the wash phase completes and before the initial spinout occurs, and will remain locked for the rest of the cycle.
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.
Adding Laundry Products
Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.
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.
NOTE: 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 to dispenser:
IMPORTANT: The Rinse Option knob must be set to Auto with Extra Rinse, Deep Water Rinse, or Deep Water with Extra Rinse when using fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser. This ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse phase and is evenly distributed.
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 filling the dispenser with warm water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See Max Fill line arrows.
Adding liquid fabric softener manually to wash load:
During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling and press the Start/Pause button to pause the washer. Lift the lid and add the measured, recommended amount of liquid fabric softener. Do not use more than the recommended amount. Close the lid and press the Start/Pause button again to start the washer. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of fabric softener based on your load size.
