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LAVEUSE À CHARGEMENT
TOP-LOADING
PAR LE DESSUS
WASHER
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET
USE AND CARE GUIDE
D’ENTRETIEN
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Table of Contents Table des matières
WASHER SAFETY .........................................................2 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ......................................17
WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? .................................3 QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? .................18
CONTROL PANEL AND FEA
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WASHER SAFETY 2
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WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? Cleaning with Less Energy Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” This wash system, along with less water will create too much sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amou
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 3 2 1 5 4 Not all features and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary. 1 TEMPERATURE CONTROL 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR Temperature Control senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating incoming hot and cold water. Select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of a cycle. and soils being washed. For best results and following At each stage of the process, you may notice
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WASH SPIN The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for You will hear the motor and agitator moving the load. proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and During the first stage of the sensing/wash cycle, water spin speed. will partially fill the washer and then begin to move the load. It is normal to have the sensing light on during this DONE stage. You will hear the agitator rotate, followed by a several second pause. This process will repeat for several minutes, a
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CYCLE GUIDE For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Not all cycles and options are available on all models. Cycle: Spin Items to wash: Temperature*: Cycle Details: Speed: Sturdy fabrics, Super Hot High Provides maximum wash time and action for tough stains colorfast items, Warm and soils. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Wash towels, jeans Cool Lights Water-level sensing process may take longer for some Cool Darks items than for othe
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USING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort and prepare your laundry 2. Add HE detergent • Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by r ecommended cycle, water temperatur e, and colorfastness. Add a measured amount of HE • Separate heavily soiled items fr om lightly soiled. detergent into the bottom of the • Separate delicate items fr om stur dy fabrics. washer basket before adding clothes.
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3. Load laundry into washer 5. Add fabric softener, if desired Load garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric For best results, do not pack the load tightly. Do not wrap large softener into dispenser; always follow items such as sheets around the agitator; load them in loose manufacturer’s directions for correct amount piles around the sides of the basket. Try mixing different sized MAX FILL of fabric softener based on your load size. i
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8. Select options 7. Select Temperature Once you select a cycle, select the desired wash temperature Select the desired cycle options. If you are using fabric softener, be sure to select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. by turning the Temperature knob to the appropriate setting based on your load. All rinses are tap cold. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your garments. 9. Press START/Pause/Unlock Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics to begin wash cycle
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WASHER MAINTENANCE NON-USE AND VACATION CARE WATER INLET HOSES Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps: hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. 1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement 2. Turn off water supply to washer,
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TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, inlet hoses. or moving: 2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow 1. Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and Winter Storage Care directions before moving. connect washer. 3. Disconnect drain from drain system and drain any 2. Before using again, run washer through the fo
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call...In U.S.A. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Vibration or Off-Balance Feet may not be in contact with the Check the following for Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and proper installation or floor and locked. washer must be level to ope
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call...In U.S.A. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Solution If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Washer won’t run Check proper electrical supply. or fill, washer stops Do not use an extension cord. working or wash light
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call...In U.S.A. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Possible causes Solution If you experience Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Dry spots on load High speed spins extract more The high spin speeds combined with air flow during the final after cycle moisture than traditional top-load spin can c
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call...In U.S.A. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Possible Causes Solution If you experience Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Not cleaning or Not using HE detergent or using too The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating removing stains (cont.) much HE detergent. correctl
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is 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 Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated serv
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SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE 17
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QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? Nettoyer avec moins d’eau Choix du détergent approprié Utiliser uniquement des détergents Haute efficacité. L’emballage portera la mention “HE” ou “High Efficiency” (haute efficacité). Ce système de lavage, utilisant moins d’eau, provoquera trop de mousse avec un détergent ordinaire non HE. Il est probable que l’utilisation d’un détergent ordinaire prolongera la durée des programmes et réduira la performance de rinçage. Ceci peut aussi entraîner des défail
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TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES 3 2 1 5 4 Certains programmes et options ne sont pas disponibles sur certains modèles. L’apparence des appareils peut varier. 1 COMMANDE DE TEMPÉRATURE 3 BOUTON DE PROGRAMME DE LAVAGE La fonction de contrôle de température détecte et Tourner le bouton de programme de lavage pour maintient une température uniforme de l’eau en régulant sélectionner un programme correspondant à la charge le débit d’arrivée d’eau chaude et d’eau froide. de linge. Voir
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5 RINSE (RINÇAGE) TÉMOINS LUMINEUX DES PROGRAMMES On entend des sons similaires à ceux entendu lors du Les témoins lumineux indiquent la progression du programme de lavage à mesure que la laveuse rince programme. À chaque étape du processus, il est possible et déplace la charge. Pour les programmes utilisant un que l’on remarque des pauses ou des sons différents de rinçage par vaporisation, on entend l’eau pénétrer dans ceux des laveuses ordinaires. la laveuse tandis que la cuve tourne, ce
