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LAVEUSE À CHARGEMENT
TOP-LOADING
PAR LE DESSUS
WASHER
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET
USE AND CARE GUIDE
D’ENTRETIEN
Para una versión de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.whirlpool.com
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WASHER SAFETY .........................................................2 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ......................................15
WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? .................................3 QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? .................16
CONTROL PANEL AND FEAT
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WASHER SAFETY 2
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WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? Your new washer will operate differently than your past agitator-style washer. Sounds Lid Lock At dif ferent stages of the wash cycle, you may T o allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and hear sounds and pauses that are different from the Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is lit, those of your previous washer. For example, you the lid is locked and cannot be opened. When this may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of light is blin
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CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES 4 1 2 3 6 5 Not all features and options are available on all models. Appearance may vary. 1 LOAD SIZE 4 WASH CYCLE KNOB Select the setting most suitable for your load. Ex Small Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super washer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. will add the most amount of water for large or bulky loads. See “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions of c
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SPIN LID LOCKED T o allow for higher spin speeds, the The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for lid will lock and the Lid Locked light proper water removal, based on the selected cycle will turn on. When this light is lit, the and spin speed. lid is locked and cannot be opened. DONE When this light is blinking, the washer Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on. is paused. When this light is off, the lid Remove the load promptly for best results. can be open
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USING YOUR WASHER 1. Sort and prepare your laundry 2. Add detergent or single-dose laundry packet • Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the agitator and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. Add a measured amount of detergent, Oxi or color-safe bleach or single-dose laundry packet into the bottom of • Separate delicate i
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3. Load laundry into washer 5. Add fabric softener to dispenser (on some models) Load garments in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. For best results, do not pack the load tightly. Do not wrap Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric large items such as sheets around the softener into dispenser; always follow agitator; load them in loose piles around manufacturer’s directions for correct amount MAX FILL the sides of the basket. Try mixing of fabric softener based on your lo
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9. Select options 7. Select LOAD SIZE Select the load size setting most suitable for your load. Small Select the desired cycle options. If you are using fabric will add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super will softener, be sure to select one of the Fabric Softener Added add the most amount of water for large or bulky loads. Items options. need to move freely. 8. Select TEMPERATURE 10. Press START/Pause/Unlock to begin wash cycle Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start
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WASHER CARE WASHER CARE (cont.) Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and f. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the cycle. Performing at its Best NOTE: For best results, do not interrupt cycle. If cycle must 1. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions be interrupted, press START/Pause/Unlock once or twice regarding the amount of detergent to use. Never use more (depending on model). After the cycle has stopped, run a than the recommended amount because th
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REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving: 1. Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Before using again, run washer through the following recommended procedure: To use washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets. 2. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 3. Run washer through Casual Regular cycle to clean washer and remove antifreeze,
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website 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 Water Leaks (cont.) Check the following for Fill hose washers. Make sure all four fill hose flat washers are properly seated. proper installation: (cont) Drain hose connection. Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to drainpipe or laundry t
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website 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.) Washer not draining/ Empty pockets and use garment bags Small items may have been caught in pump or between basket spinning, loads for small items. and tub, which can slow draining. are still wet, or spin Use a cycle w
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TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website 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 Washer not loaded as recommended. Washer is less efficient at cleaning when load is tightly packed. removing stains Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Load with dry items
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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 15
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QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? Votre nouvelle laveuse fonctionne différemment de votre précédente laveuse de type agitateur. Verrouillage du couvercle Bruits Pour un essorage à plus haute vitesse, le couvercle Au cours de différents stades du programme se verrouille et le témoin de verrouillage du de lavage, vous entendrez peut-être des bruits et couvercle s’allume. Lorsque ce témoin lumineux pauses que votre laveuse précédente ne produisait s’allume, cela signifie que le couvercle est
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TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES 4 1 2 3 6 5 Certains programmes et options ne sont pas disponibles sur certains modèles. L’apparence des appareils peut varier. 1 LOAD SIZE (TAILLE DE LA CHARGE) BOUTON DE PROGRAMME DE LAVAGE 4 Sélectionner le réglage le plus adapté à votre charge. Tourner le bouton de programme de lavage pour Ex Small (très petite) ajoute une faible quantité d’eau pour sélectionner un programme correspondant à la charge les charges plus petites et Super (grande) ajo
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RINSE (RINÇAGE) LID LOCK (VERROUILLAGE DU COUVERCLE) On entend des sons similaires à ceux entendu lors Pour un essorage à plus haute du programme de lavage à mesure que la laveuse vitesse, le couvercle se verrouille et rince et déplace la charge. On peut entendre le le témoin de verrouillage du couvercle moteur se mettre en marche brièvement (court s’allume. Lorsque ce témoin lumineux bourdonnement) pour faire bouger le panier lors s’allume, cela signifie que le couvercle du
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GUIDE DE PROGRAMMES Pour un meilleur soin des tissus, choisir le programme qui convient le mieux à la charge à laver. Certains programmes et options ne sont pas disponibles sur certains modèles. Articles à Programme : Température* : Vitesse Détails du programme : laver : d’essorage : Tissus et Super Wash Hot (Chaude) High (Élevée) Utilise le temps de lavage maximal et l’action la plus intense draps très Warm (Tiède) pour éliminer les taches et les saletés les plus difficiles. (Lavage sal
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UTILISATION DE LA LAVEUSE AVERTISSEMENT Risque d’incendie Ne jamais mettre des articles humectés d’essence ou d’autres uides in ammables dans la laveuse. Aucune laveuse ne peut complètement enlever l’huile. Ne pas faire sécher des articles qui ont été salis par tout genre d’huile (y compris les huiles de cuisson). Le non-respect de ces instructions peut causer un décès, une explosion ou un incendie. • Retourner les tricots pour éviter le boulochage. Séparer les articles qui forment la charp
