Top-loading high efficiency low-water washer (40 pages)
Summary of Contents for Whirlpool Cabrio WTW8040DW3
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If you have any problems or questions, visit us at www.whirlpool.com Pour tout problème ou toute question, consulter www.whirlpool.ca Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.
Table of Contents Table des matières WASHER SAFETY ............2 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE .........21 QUOI DE NEUF SOUS LE COUVERCLE? ....22 WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? ........4 CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES .......5 TABLEAU DE COMMANDE ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ..........23 Dispensers ................7 CYCLE GUIDE ..............8 Distributeurs ..............
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. Initially the basket will start to spin prior to adding water; this is part of the sensing process and is normal.
Control Panel and Features Not all features and cycles are available on all models. STEAM MODEL NON-STEAM MODEL NOTE: The control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with your finger tip, not your fingernail.
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OPTIONS CYCLE MODIFIERS You may add or remove options for each cycle. Not all When you select a cycle, its default settings or the previous options can be used with all cycles, and some are preset cycle selection used will light up. to work with certain cycles.
Dispensers Liquid fabric softener dispenser Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the liquid fabric softener dispenser if desired. It will dispense automatically at the optimum time. • Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser. High Efficiency “HE” detergent dispenser Add liquid or powdered HE detergent product to this dispenser for your main wash cycle.
Cycle Guide The Whirlpool Cabrio washer, has a unique user interface to help you select the best cycle you need for your load. The “What to ® ® Wash” “How to Wash” layout guides you to the optimal cycle in two easy steps: First determine what items are in the load that you are trying to wash.
Using Your Washer Sort and prepare your laundry Add laundry products • Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small Single-dose laundry packet, color-safe bleach, Oxi-type object can pass under the washplate and become boosters, or fabric softener crystals can be added to the trapped, causing unexpected sounds.
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Using Laundry Product Dispensers Add liquid chlorine bleach NOTE: Do not add single-dose laundry packets, color-safe to dispenser bleach, Oxi-type boosters, or fabric softener crystals to dispensers. They will not dispense correctly. Add to the basket prior to adding laundry. Add HE detergent HE removable detergent tray...
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Touch Power button to turn Select cycle modifiers on washer Once you select a cycle, the default modifiers or the previous set modifiers for that cycle will be lit. Touch the cycle settings buttons to change the Soil Level, Spin Speed, and Temperature, Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then if desired.
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Select cycle options Touch and hold Start/Pause button to begin wash cycle Steam Model Touch and hold the Start/Pause button to start the wash Select any other cycle options you may wish to add, if not cycle. When the cycle has finished, the end-of-cycle signal previously set.
Washer Maintenance WASHER CARE (cont.) WATER INLET HOSES 2. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative): a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk or items. of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses b.
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NON-USE AND VACATION CARE TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER Operate your washer only when you are home. 1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, inlet hoses. follow these steps: 2.
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 Vibration, rocking, or Feet may not be in contact with the Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and washer “walking”...
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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.) Washer won’t run or fill;...
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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.) Washer not draining/ Load off balanced.
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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.) Not cleaning or...
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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.
DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY Whirlpool makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the representations contained in this Warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes with this major appliance, you should ask Whirlpool or your retailer about buying an extended warranty.
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