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TOP-LOADING
GUIDE D’UTILISATION
HIGH EFFICIENCY
ET D’ENTRETIEN DE
LOW-WATER WASHER
LA LAVEUSE HAUTE
USE AND CARE GUIDE
EFFICACITÉ À FAIBLE
CONSOMMATION D’EAU
AVEC CHARGEMENT PAR
LE DESSUS
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Table of Contents Table des matiéres
WASHER SAFETY .........................................................2 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ......................................17
WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? ...............
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WASHER SAFETY 2
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WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? Cleaning with Less Water Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will begin the sensing process to determine the correct water level for the load. This may take several minutes before water is added. You will find a step-by-step description in the “Cycle Status Lights” section. You will hear the motor turn the basket in short pulses to Washplate thoroughly wet the load. This low-water wash method uses less wate
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 1 2 4 5 3 1 WASH CYCLE KNOB CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR 5 Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. washer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of cycles. or pauses that are different from traditional washers. 2 CYCLE OPTIONS When you select a cycle, its default settings will lig
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LID LOCK SPIN To allow for proper load sensing, the lid will lock and the Lid Lock The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for proper light will turn on. This light indicates that the lid is locked and water removal, based on selected cycle and spin speed. cannot be opened. If you need to open the lid, press START/Pause/ DONE Unlock. The lid will unlock once the washer Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on. movement has stopped. This may take several Remov
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USING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort and prepare your laundry 2. Add single-dose laundry packet, Oxi, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals (if desired) • Emptypockets.Loosechange,buttons,oranysmall object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. •Sortitemsbyr ecommendedcycle,watertemperatur e, and colorfastness. • Separateheavilysoileditemsfr omlightlysoiled. • Separatedelicateitemsfr omstur dyfabrics. Single-dose laundry pa
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3. Load laundry into washer 5. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser, if desired Liquid Liquid Chlorine Chlorine Bleach Bleach Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (250 mL). Load garments in loose heaps evenly Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in the same around the washplate. Do not load cycle with liquid chlorine bleach. garments directly over the center of the washplate; when loaded, the center of the washplate should be 6. Add fabric softener t
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10. Select cycle options 8. Select cycle Select any other cycle options you may wish to add, if not previously set. Some cycles will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. These can be turned off, if desired. NOTE: Not all options are available with all cycles. Turn cycle knob to choose your wash cycle. For more 11. Press START/Pause/Unlock information, see “Control Panel.” to begin wash cycle 9. Select cycle settings Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the wa
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WASHER MAINTENANCE WATER INLET HOSES WASHER CARE (cont.) Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of 2. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative): hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if a. Open the washer lid and r emove any clothing bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. or items. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement b. Add 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach on the label with a permanent marker. to the bleac
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CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER TRAY TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER You may find laundry product residue in your dispenser 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water trays. To remove residue, follow this recommended cleaning inlet hoses. procedure: 2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow 1. Pull tray out until you feel resistance. WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving. 2. Lift up slightly, and then continue pulling out. 3. Disconnect drain from drain syste
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and washer Check the following for Feet may not be in contact must be level to operate properly. Jam nuts must be tight proper installation or see with the floor and locke
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Solution Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to Washer won’t run or fill, Check for proper water supply. inlet valve. washer stops working or wash light remains Both hot and cold water faucets must be turned
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. Possible causes If you experience Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Small items may have been caught in pump or between basket Empty pockets and use garment bags Washer not draining/ and tub, which can slow draining. for small items. spinning, loads are still wet or spin light
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and Add an Extra Rinse to the selected cycle. on load after washing detergent or bleach residues may require additional rinsing. See “Using Your Washer” sec
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Incorrect dispenser Clogged dispensers or laundry Do not overfill dispenser, which causes immediate dispensing. operation products dispensing too soon. Always select Fabric Softener option to assure proper dispensin
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for Factory Specified Replacement Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased. YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMED
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SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE 17
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QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? Nettoyer avec moins d’eau Détection automatique de taille de charge Une fois que l’on démarre le programme, le couvercle se verrouille et la laveuse entame un processus de détection pour déterminer le niveau d’eau approprié à la charge. Cela peut prendre plusieurs minutes avant que l’eau ne soit ajoutée. Voir la description pas-à-pas dans la section “Témoins lumineux Plateau de lavage de programme”. Vous entendrez le moteur faire tourner le panier par
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TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES 1 2 4 3 5 SPIN SPEED (Vitesse d’essorage) BOUTON DE PROGRAMME DE LAVAGE 1 Cette laveuse sélectionne automatiquement la Vitesse Utiliser le bouton de programme pour sélectionner les d’essorage en fonction du programme sélectionné. Les programmes disponibles de la laveuse un programme vitesses préréglées peuvent être modifiées. Sur certains correspondant à la charge de linge. Tourner le bouton programmes, certaines vitesses d’essorage ne sont pas pour
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5 RINSE (Rinçage) TÉMOINS LUMINEUX DES PROGRAMMES Les témoins lumineux indiquent la progression du programme. À chaque étape du processus, il est possible que l’on remarque des pauses ou des sons différents On entend des sons similaires à ceux entendus lors de ceux que l’on remarque avec des laveuses ordinaires. du programme de lavage à mesure que la laveuse rince et déplace la charge. Vous pouvez entendre le moteur tourner brièvement pour déplacer le panier pendant le remplissage.
