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Whirlpool WFW5090JW0 Use & Care Manual

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Use & Care Guide
Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien
Front-Loading Automatic Washer
Laveuse automatique à chargement frontal
W11330506B
W11330507B – SP
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Designed to use only HE
High Efficiency detergents.
Conçue pour l'utilisation
d'un détergent haute
efficacité seulement.

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  • Page 1 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table des matières Table of Contents SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ..........36 WASHER SAFETY ..............2 INSTRUCTIONS D'UTILISATION ........37 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..........3 Accessoires ..............37 Accessories ..............3 Tableau de commande Control panel and features ..........4 et caractéristiques ............38 Program/cycle guide ............

  • Page 3: Operating Instructions

    Accessories designed for your appliance: working height. Customize your new washer and dryer with the following genuine Whirlpool accessories. For more information on options and ordering, call 1-866-698-2538 or visit us at: www.whirlpool.com/accessories. In Canada, call 1-800-688-2002 or visit us at www.whirlpool.ca.

  • Page 4: Control Panel And Features

    Control Panel and Features POWER BUTTON the TumbleFresh option is turned on, it will stay on ™ for all future cycles until turned back off – the washer Touch and hold until the indicator above the Program button remembers the last on/off status set. To turn off the lights up.
  • Page 5 LED DISPLAY OTHER OPTIONS When you select a program/cycle, its default settings will Save Time light up and the Estimated Time Remaining will be displayed. This option enables quicker washing. Only Factors such as load size, wash temperature, and water recommended for lightly soiled laundry.

  • Page 6: Program/Cycle Guide

    Program/Cycle Guide Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that program/cycle. For best fabric care, choose the program/cycle, options, and settings that best fit the load being washed. Not all settings are available with each program/cycle, and some options cannot be used together.
  • Page 7 Items to wash using Program/ default program/ Wash Spin Available Cycle: cycle settings: Temperature:* Speed: Options: Program/Cycle Details: Synthetics Normally soiled laundry X-hot Colors This cycle uses made of artificial fibers high-speed extraction High TumbleFresh ™ or cotton blends spins to remove the Warm Medium Detergent...

  • Page 8: Choosing The Right Detergent

    Items to wash using Program/ default program/ Wash Spin Available Cycle: cycle settings: Temperature:* Speed: Options: Program/Cycle Details: Rinse & All loads TumbleFresh Use this program/cycle ™ Spin to get a rinse and spin Extra Rinse High only. This program/cycle Rinse/Hold Medium has high-speed spin.

  • Page 9: Using Your Washer

    Using Your Washer First wash cycle without laundry Add laundry products (if desired) Before washing clothes for the first time, add liquid or powdered HE detergent to the detergent dispenser. Choose the Quick Wash cycle and run it without clothes. Use only HE detergent. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean and the dispenser drawer is ready for use before washing clothes.
  • Page 10 Touch and hold POWER button to turn Add HE detergent* on washer Liquid Powdered HE detergent HE detergent Touch and hold until the indicators turn on. NOTE: To cancel a cycle, touch and hold the POWER button. “rES” is displayed when the cycle is cancelled. NOTE: Do not add single-dose laundry packets, Oxi-type NOTE: When powering on the washer, the indicator lights boosters, or fabric softener crystals to dispensers.
  • Page 11 Select options, if desired Setting a delayed wash, if desired † † Delay Wash Dosing Aid (Detergent Button): The Detergent button calculates a recommended amount X-hot of detergent in milliliters. This will be displayed after touching High the Start/Pause button and the load is detected. The Detergent Warm button also lets you adapt your washer to the dosing amounts Cool...
  • Page 12 Select any additional options † Touch POWER button to turn off washer after program/cycle ends Options 3 Sec X-hot High Warm Cool Cold Colors Rinse Remove garments promptly Hold after cycle is finished After setting temperature or spin speed, the light above “Options”...

  • Page 13: Washer Maintenance

    Washer Maintenance WATER INLET HOSE WASHER CARE (cont.) Replace inlet hose after five years of use to reduce the risk Cleaning the Inside of the Washer of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hose This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
  • Page 14 REMOVING THE DISPENSER NON-USE AND VACATION CARE Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, To remove: or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these 1. Pull dispenser drawer out until it stops. steps: 2.
  • Page 15 CLEANING THE DRAIN PUMP FILTER/ DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER 1. Push the tabs located on both sides of the base panel REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN to release it, then remove. To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving: 1. Refer to “Installation Instructions” to locate, level, and connect washer.
  • Page 16 CLEANING THE DRAIN PUMP FILTER/ DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER (cont.) 3. Slowly turn the filter counterclockwise until water flows out. Let the water flow out, without removing the filter. When the container is full, close the drain pump filter by turning it clockwise. Empty the container. Repeat this procedure until all the water has drained.

  • Page 17: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Optional tools: Installation Requirements Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Flashlight Bucket Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please refer to toll-free numbers on the back page of this manual. Adjustable or open-end Level If you have:...

  • Page 18: Location Requirements

    Location Requirements Space must be large enough to allow door to fully open. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on all sides of washer to reduce noise transfer. If a closet door or louvered door is installed, Proper installation is your responsibility. top and bottom air openings in door are required.

  • Page 19: Drain System

    Location Requirements (cont.) Closet installation (washer only): 3" 18" (76 mm) 34" 48 in. min. (457 mm) (864 mm) (310 cm 24 in. min. (155 cm 3" (76 mm) 4" (102 mm) 1" 1" (25 mm) (25 mm) * Recommended spacing. Minimum 0"...

  • Page 20: Electrical Requirements

    Electrical Requirements Installation Instructions WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install washer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it. Move washer A 120 V, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15 or 20 A, fused electrical supply is ■...

  • Page 21: Route Drain Hose

    Route Drain Hose Remove power cord from clips Proper routing of the drain hose protects your floor from damage due to water leakage. Read and follow these instructions. Remove drain hose from washer Remove power cord from clips and place over top of washer to allow free access to back of washer.

  • Page 22: Connect Inlet Hose

    Place drain hose in standpipe Clear water line Run water for a few seconds through hose into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to avoid clogs. Water should run Place hose into standpipe (shown in picture) or over side of until clear.

  • Page 23: Level Washer

    Secure drain hose Rock washer to test foot contact Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall " 4.5" " 4.5" " (114 mm) (113 mm) (114 mm) (114 mm) (114 mm) Secure drain hose to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet Grip washer from top and rock back and forth, making sure all hose for wall standpipe with cable tie.

  • Page 24: Complete Installation Checklist

    Complete Installation Checklist Tighten leveling feet ❑ Check electrical requirements. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. ❑ Check that all parts are now installed. If there is an extra part, go back through steps to see what was skipped. ❑...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    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 Error Code Appears in Display Once any possible issues are corrected, touch the POWER button once to clear the code. Re-select and restart the cycle.
  • Page 26 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 Error Code Appears in Display (cont.) Failure of an electronic component.
  • Page 27 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 “walking”...
  • Page 28 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 Water Leaks (cont.) Water or suds leaking from Not using HE detergent or using too Only use HE detergent.
  • Page 29 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;...
  • Page 30 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/ Using cycles with a lower spin speed.
  • Page 31 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.) Load not rinsed Check for proper water supply.
  • Page 32 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 Not using correct cycle for fabric type.
  • Page 33 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.) Gray whites, dingy colors Load not sorted properly.
  • Page 34 HOW TO OPEN DOOR IN CASE OF POWER FAILURE (cont.) 3. After removing laundry, replace the strap by firmly turning the screw. 4. Reinstall the base panel. HOW TO OPEN DOOR IN CASE OF POWER FAILURE Before opening the door as described below, refer to the failure “Door will not unlock”...

  • Page 35: Warranty

    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.

  • Page 36: Assistance Or Service

    Avant de faire un appel pour obtenir de l’assistance ou un entretient, vérifier la section “Dépannage” ou consulter www.whirlpool.ca/owners. Cette vérification peut vous faire économiser le coût d’une visite de réparation. Si vous avez encore besoin d’aide, suivre les instructions ci-dessous.

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