Whirlpool® Top Loading Washing Machine
Quick Reference Guide: Control Panel and Features
Control Panel Overview
This guide details the control panel and features of your Whirlpool® Top Loading Washing Machine. Appearance may vary depending on model.
Key Controls and Displays:
- 1 POWER: [power button] ? Touch to turn on/off or to stop/cancel a cycle.
- 2 WHAT TO WASH/HOW TO WASH: Select the type of items first ("What to Wash"), then the desired wash method ("How to Wash") for the optimal cycle. Refer to the "Cycle Guide" for details.
- 3 LCD TIME/STATUS DISPLAY: Shows the estimated cycle completion time. Factors like load size and water pressure can affect this. It also indicates if a delay start is set.
- ADD GARMENT: When illuminated, you can pause the cycle, open the lid, and add items. Touch and hold START/PAUSE to resume.
- 4 START/PAUSE: [start/pause button] ▶️/⏸️ Touch and hold to start a cycle. Touch during a cycle to pause and unlock the lid (may take longer if spinning).
- 5 CYCLE MODIFIERS: (Availability varies by cycle)
- SPIN: Adjust spin speeds (Off, Medium, Fast).
- TEMP: Adjust water temperatures (Tap Cold, Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot).
- SOIL: Adjust soil levels (Extra Light, Light, Normal, Heavy, Extra Heavy).
- 6 CYCLE OPTIONS: (Availability varies by cycle)
- REMOTE ENABLE: Activate remote control via the Whirlpool® app. Opening the lid cancels this.
- LOAD & GO™ Bulk Dispenser: Holds 1L of detergent and dispenses it automatically.
- FABRIC SOFTENER: Indicate when fabric softener has been added.
- DEEP WATER: Adds more water to the wash load (levels: Auto, Medium, High, Max Fill). Expect longer cycle times.
- DELAY START: Delay the cycle start for up to 12 hours.
- PRESOAK: Add a soak period (15, 30, 60, 120 mins) to loosen tough stains.
- EXTRA RINSE: Adds a second rinse.
- CYCLE SIGNAL: Turn the end-of-cycle signal on/off and adjust tone volume.
- MORE OPTIONS: Includes Drain & Spin, Rinse & Spin, Clean Washer with affresh®, Favorite Cycle.
Getting Started: Whirlpool® App and Connecting Your Washer
Download the Whirlpool® app to your mobile device for subscription and connectivity instructions. Visit www.whirlpool.com/connect or www.whirlpool.ca/connect (Canada).
Follow the app's steps to subscribe and create an account to connect your appliance. For issues, call Whirlpool® Connected Appliances at 1-866-333-4591.
Connecting to the Internet:
Download the Whirlpool® app and press REMOTE ENABLE on the washer.
Enabling Remote Control:
Once connected, press REMOTE ENABLE on the washer to allow remote control and interaction.
Using Your Washer
Never place items dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids in the washer. No washer can completely remove oil. Do not dry items that have had any type of oil on them (including cooking oils), as this can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Step-by-Step Operation:
- SORT & LOAD LAUNDRY: Refer to the "Loading Recommendation" section.
- ADD HE DETERGENT & LAUNDRY PRODUCTS TO DISPENSERS: Use the dispenser drawer for HE powder detergent (remove inner tray if needed) or the bulk dispenser.
- TOUCH POWER TO TURN ON THE WASHER: [power button] ?
- SELECT THE DESIRED CYCLE FOR YOUR LOAD: Choose from "What to Wash" options.
- ADJUST CYCLE SETTINGS, IF DESIRED: Modify options like Spin, Temp, Soil.
- SELECT ADDITIONAL OPTIONS: Add features like Deep Water, Extra Rinse, Delay Start.
- TOUCH AND HOLD START/PAUSE TO BEGIN CYCLE: [start/pause button] ▶️/⏸️
Loading Recommendations
For best performance, load items in loose heaps evenly around the washplate and agitator. Do not lay items lengthwise.
Pre-treating Before Running a Wash Cycle
Water Faucet Operation:
Press the [faucet button] ? once to turn on, press again to turn off. The faucet auto-shuts off after 10 minutes or when max water level is reached. Water drains automatically if the level is too high or the lid is left open for 10 minutes.
On Load & Go™ models, with the faucet on, touch TEMP to select water temperature or touch LOAD & GO to manually dispense detergent.
Using the Fabric Brush for Pre-treatment:
1. Turn the brush body to open. 2. Add liquid laundry detergent. 3. Turn to close. 4. Push the button to dispense detergent.
Auto Sensing & Deep Water Wash
This washer is designed for efficient cleaning with less water. It automatically adjusts the water level for the detected load size. Touch "Deep Water" to add more water. Levels include Auto, Medium, High, and Max Fill (availability varies by cycle). It's normal for items to settle and not be fully submerged in water, unlike older machines.
Using the Dispenser
The Load & Go™ dispenser holds 1L of detergent and dispenses it automatically. Touch LOAD & GO to view options. Hold the button to select a detergent concentration (2X to 10X). Pull the drawer out for refilling.
Cycle Guide
This guide helps you select the optimal cycle by choosing "What to Wash" (item type) and "How to Wash" (wash method).
Key: R - Recommended Cycle, a - Alternate Cycle, Blank - Cycle available but not optimal.
| What do you want to wash? | Selection of cycle "What to Wash" | How do you want to wash? | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal (Normal) | Wrinkle Control (Reduce Wrinkles) | Heavy Duty (Powerful Soil Removal) | Sanitize with Oxi (Eliminate Bacteria*) | Cold Wash (Energy Saving) | Quick (Fast) | ||
| Cottons/Linens | Regular (Common) | 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 | Colors | 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 | a | a | |
| Handkerchiefs | Whites (White) | R | a | a | a | a | a |
| Napkins | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Socks | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Tablecloth | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Undergarments | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| White Clothing | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| White Shirts | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| White Towels | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| White T-Shirts | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Bras | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Delicates | Delicates | R | a | a | a | a | a |
| Handwash Fabrics | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Lingerie | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Machine Wash Silks | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Wool | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Blankets | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Coats & Jackets | Bulky Items | R | a | a | a | a | a |
| Comforters | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Machine Wash Curtains | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Machine Wash Slip Covers | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Non-Rubber Lined Rugs & Mats | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Sheets | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Sleeping Bags | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Dish Cloths | Towels | R | a | a | a | a | a |
| Terry Cloths | R | a | a | a | a | a | |
| Towels | Towels (serviettes) | R | a | a | a | a | a |
*Use this cycle to eliminate 99.9% of bacteria when used in conjunction with Oxi additives. Preset cycle settings must be used to achieve proper sanitization. Be sure to add an Oxi product to the basket before starting cycle.
NOTE: For models with removable agitators, the Normal cycle is recommended for washing normally soiled cotton or linen clothes. This clothes washer's government energy certification was based on the Normal cycle with all wash temperature selections and water fill levels offered in the cycle. It was tested as a User Adjustable Automatic Water Fill Control System clothes washer. The settings as shipped are Normal cycle, Warm Wash and Auto Water level. For models with a removable agitator, testing was conducted with the agitator installed.
Washer Icons
This table describes the various icons found on the washer's control panel.
| Icon Description | Status | Icon Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door Locked (padlock) | Alert State | Smartgrid, Peak rates in effect (house with signal waves) | On |
| Load & Go Warning (warning triangle in circle) | Off One Cycle | Smart Delay (clock with pause symbol) | Smart Delay |
| Off Always | Smart Pause (pause symbol) | Smart Pause | |
| Detergent Low (detergent bottle with low level) | Detergent Low | WiFi Status Indicator (Wi-Fi symbol) | Connected |
| Remote Enable (Wi-Fi symbol with remote) | On | Disconnected | |
| Delay Start (clock with arrow) | On | Fabric Softener (flower/snowflake symbol) | Off |
| PreSoak (water droplet with timer) | On | Extra Rinse (water droplet with plus sign) | Off |
| Deep Water (water droplet with upward arrow) | On - Auto (activated - automatic) | Presoak (water droplet with timer) | Off |
| On - Auto Medium (activated automatic medium) | Favorite Cycle (heart symbol) | Favorite Cycle | |
| On - Auto High (activated - automatic high) | Download & Go Cycle (download symbol) | Download & Go Cycle | |
| On - Max Fill (activated - maximum fill) | Cycle Signal (speaker symbol) | Off | |
| Fabric Softener (flower/snowflake symbol) | On | Volume Control (speaker icons) | Low |
| Extra Rinse (water droplet with plus sign) | On | Volume Control (speaker icons) | Medium |
| Load & Go (detergent bottle with percentages) | 50% | Volume Control (speaker icons) | High |
| 75% | Clean Washer (washing machine drum) | Clean Washer | |
| Full | Remote Enable (Wi-Fi symbol with remote) | Off | |
| Faucet (faucet symbol) | On | Faucet (faucet symbol) | Off |
NOTE: Not all features and options are available on all models.
Assistance and Additional Information
For detailed installation, maintenance, winter storage, and transportation instructions, consult the INSTALLATION AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL included with your machine.
For detailed product dimensions, see the DIMENSION GUIDE at www.whirlpool.com/owners or www.whirlpool.ca/owners (Canada).
For information on other topics, visit www.whirlpool.com/owners or www.whirlpool.ca/owners (Canada) to potentially save on service calls.
Contacting Whirlpool:
Customer Service: Call toll-free 1-866-698-2538 (US) or 1-800-688-2002 (Canada).
Written Inquiries:
Whirlpool Brand Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
533 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Whirlpool Brand Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
Unit 200-6750 Century Ave
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
Model & Serial Number Tag Location: Typically found on the back of the machine or inside the door/lid.
