Whirlpool® Top-Loading Washing Machine Quick Start Guide
This guide provides essential operating instructions for your Whirlpool top-loading washing machine.
Control Panel and Features
The control panel allows you to select cycles, adjust settings, and start your wash. Key components include:
- 1 POWER: Press to turn on/off or to stop/cancel a cycle.
- 2 CYCLE KNOB: Turn knob to select desired cycle.
- 3 START/PAUSE: Press and hold for 1 second until status lights illuminate to start cycle. Press during a cycle to pause and unlock the lid.
- 4 CYCLE MODIFIERS: Adjust temperature (TEMP), rinse options (RINSE OPTIONS - Fabric Softener, Extra Rinse), and other options (OPTIONS - 30 min PreSoak, Deep Water).
- FAUCET: Press to access an instant water stream for pre-treating clothes directly in the washer.
*Appearance may vary depending on model.
Adding Laundry Products
IMPORTANT: Using non-HE detergent may result in longer cycle times, reduced rinsing performance, component malfunction, and mold/mildew buildup. HE detergents should be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing.
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 them 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
Whirlpool suggests using the Downy Ball® dispenser. Pour a measured amount into the dispenser, pull the ring tightly to seal, and place on top of the load. Use the Rinse Options button to select Fabric Softener. The dispenser will automatically release the softener at the correct time. Visit www.downy.com for more information.
Manually Adding Liquid Fabric Softener: Select the Fabric Softener option on the control panel. Pause the washer during the final rinse, lift the lid, add the recommended amount, close the lid, and resume the cycle.
Water Usage Explained
More Water When You Want It
AUTO SENSING AND DEEP WATER: The washer adjusts water level to the optimal amount for the detected load size. Press Deep Water to automatically add more water. Recommended for BULKY ITEMS cycle with Deep Water for maximum water level. Expect longer cycle times.
Cleaning With Less Water
The washer is designed for efficient cleaning using less water. As the load dampens and moves, items will settle. This is normal. You will not see a full basket of water as with older machines; it is normal for some of the load to be above the water line.
Pre-Treating Before a Wash Cycle
Use the FAUCET button to access an instant water stream for pre-treating clothes directly in the washer. Press the Faucet button once to turn on and again to turn off. Water will automatically shut off after 10 minutes or when the maximum water level is reached. Water will also drain if the lid is left open for 10 minutes or closed for 3 hours.
NOTE: The washer will drain at the beginning of the cycle if a large volume of water is detected to ensure correct load size sensing.
Important Safety and Operational Notes
WARNING: Do not wash water-resistant or water-repellent type clothing. Failure to follow these instructions may result in abnormal vibration, out-of-balance conditions, physical injury, property damage, and/or appliance damage.
NOTE: If the washer detects an out-of-balance condition, it may pause and attempt to correct it. During this time, the Sense and Wash status indicators will briefly illuminate.
Assistance or Service and Additional Information
For detailed information, cycle guides, warranty, product dimensions, or complete instructions for use and installation, visit www.whirlpool.com/owners or in Canada www.whirlpool.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.
Contact Information:
- Customer Service: Call toll-free 1-866-698-2538 (US) or 1-800-807-6777 (Canada).
- Mailing Address (US): Whirlpool Brand Appliances, Customer eXperience Center, 533 Benson Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
- Mailing Address (Canada): 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: Refer to your Owner's Manual for the exact location.
Owner's Manual: For detailed installation, maintenance, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner’s Manual included with your machine.
Cycle Guide: A cycle guide for your washer can be found online at www.whirlpool.com. This document helps identify the correct cycle for various load types and their default options.
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