Whirlpool WTW4957PW Quick Start Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are dampened
with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
No washer can completely remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of
oil on it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS,
located in your appliance's Owner's Manual, before operating this
appliance.
NOTES:
■ Not all features and cycles are on all models, and control panel
appearance may vary.
■ If your model has physical buttons, make sure to press the button
firmly.
■ At cycle completion, your setting and option choices will be
remembered for the next cycle. However, if power to the washer
is lost, the settings and options will go back to the factory
defaults.
Step 4. Select
Step 1. Add HE Detergent
Settings.
NOTE: See the "Adding Laundry
Products" section for more
information on adding HE detergent,
fabric softener, and/or bleach.
Step 2. Load Clothes
Step 5. Press Start/
Pause/Cancel
For best results, load garments in
loose heaps evenly around basket
wall.
Step 3. Close Lid; then
Select Cycle and Turn on the
machine by pressing the Start/
Pause button or rotating the
Cycle selection knob; LEDs
2, 3, 4, and 5 will all light up,
LED 1 will flash, and LED 6 will
remain off.
ADDING LAUNDRY PRODUCTS
IMPORTANT: Using non-HE detergent will likely result in longer
cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in
component malfunction and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew.
HE detergents should be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to
produce the right amount of suds for the best performance.
ADDING HE DETERGENT TO BASKET
Add a measured amount of HE detergent or single-dose laundry
packets into the basket. If using oxi-type boosters, color-safe
bleach, or fabric softener crystals, add to the bottom of the
washer basket before adding clothes.
NOTE: Follow the
manufacturer's
instructions to determine
the amount of laundry
products to use.
ADDING LIQUID CHLORINE BLEACH
Do not overfill, dilute, or use
more than 1 cup (236 mL). Do
not use color-safe bleach or
oxi products in the same cycle
with liquid chlorine bleach.
ADDING LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER
If you desire to use liquid fabric softener with this washer,
Whirlpool suggests using the Downy Ball
®
measured amount of liquid fabric softener into the Downy Ball
dispenser, pull the ring tightly to seal it, and place on top of
load. Follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of
fabric softener based on your
load size. Then use the Rinse
Options button to select Fabric
Softener. The Downy Ball ®
dispenser will automatically
release the fabric softener at the
correct time in the cycle. For
questions on using the Downy
Ball dispenser visit
®
www.downy.com.
ADDING LIQUID FABRIC SOFTENER MANUALLY
Select the Fabric Softener option on the control panel before
starting a cycle. During the final rinse, wait until the washer has
completed filling, press the Start/Pause button to pause the
washer. Lift the lid and add the recommended amount of liquid
fabric softener. Close the lid, press and hold the Start/Pause
button to resume the cycle.
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QUICK START GUIDE
WHIRLPOOL TOP LOADING WASHING MACHINE
®
Button Descriptions
SOIL LEVEL (on some models)
Select the setting most suitable for your load. For heavily soiled and
sturdy fabrics, select Heavy Soil Level for more wash time. For lightly
soiled and delicate fabrics, select Light or Extra Light Soil Level for
less wash time. A lighter soil-level setting will help reduce tangling and
wrinkling.
WASH TEMP
Wash Temp senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by
regulating incoming hot and cold water.
Select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric and soils being
washed. For best results, follow the garment label instructions using
the warmest wash water safe for your fabric.
NOTES:
■ On some models and cycles, warm and hot water may be cooler than
your previous washer.
■ Even in a cold- or cool-water wash, some warm water may be added
to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. All rinses are cold.
WASH CYCLE KNOB
Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your washer.
Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See online "Cycle
Guide" for detailed descriptions.
RINSE OPTION
Select the option most suitable for your load. Select Auto with Extra
Rinse, Deep Water Rinse, or Deep Water with Extra Rinse if using
fabric softener during a cycle. It ensures that fabric softener is added
at the correct time in the rinse for even distribution.
WATER LEVEL
Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the washer
will automatically sense the appropriate water level for the load size
and type.
Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the
washer will automatically add more water to any cycle at any time
during the wash process.
NOTE: Expect longer cycle times due to extended fill times when using
the Deep Water Wash option.
START/PAUSE BUTTON
Press to start the selected cycle. Press again to pause the cycle and
unlock the lid. Close the lid and press to restart the cycle. Press and
hold to cancel a cycle and pump out the water.
NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several minutes to unlock
the lid.
PROGRESS LIGHTS
The Progress lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of
the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from
traditional washers.
2-IN-1 REMOVABLE AGITATOR
Agitator Mode
■ Keep it in (Agitator mode) when you want increased mechanical action
to remove and rinse away loose soils. You can use this mode anytime
but it's especially suited for everyday mixed loads.
■ Take it out (Impeller mode) when you need added space and/or
a thorough, gentle clean. You can use this mode anytime but it's
especially suited for bulky items such as bedding and delicate items
such as undergarments.
Cycle Guide – Normal Cycle
For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Recommended settings for performance are shown in bold. Not all
cycles and options are available on all models. Not all settings options are available on each cycle.
Items to Wash:
Cottons, linens, and mixed-
garment loads
dispenser. Pour a
®
NOTES
■ All rinses are cold.
■ Normal cycle is recommended for washing normally soiled cotton or linen clothes. This clothes washer's government energy certifications were
based on the Normal (Medium Soil) cycle with all wash temperature selections and water fill levels offered in the cycle. It was tested as an Adaptive
Automatic and Deep Water Fill Control System clothes washer with the Agitator installed. The settings as shipped are Normal (Medium Soil) cycle,
Warm Wash Temp, Water level Auto Sensing and Rinse Option Auto Sensing.
■ If the washer detects an out-of-balance condition it will run a recovery routine to re-distribute the load before spin. During this time the spin and lid
lock status indicators will both illuminate.
For information on any of the following items, a full cycle guide, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and
installation, please visit www.whirlpool.com/owners, or in Canada www.whirlpool.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.
Note: Spanish literature is available at the web address above / Nota: Literatura en Español está disponible en la dirección electrónica mencionada.
Register Product
Squeeze Handle
Cycle:
Normal
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Schedule Service How To's & FAQ
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Sensing/Fill
When the Start/Pause button is pressed and the Water Level knob is
set to Auto Sensing, the washer will fill and begin sensing to determine
load size and balance. A short but noticeable pause in the cycle action
occurs during sensing. This is normal.
Once sensing is complete, the washer will fill to the appropriate level for
the detected load size and, on select cycles, agitation will occur during
filling. This, too, is normal. When the washer is done filling, it will begin
the wash phase of the cycle. To ensure that the most accurate load size
is detected, avoid opening the lid during the "Sensing" phase.
NOTE: Sensing and wash phases will be paused by opening the
unlocked lid. Close the lid to resume the cycle. If the lid is left open for
more than 10 minutes, the washer will cancel the cycle and pump out
the water.
Wash
The washer will fill to the correct water level based on the load size
and the Water Level selection. Certain cycles may agitate during the
fill process to boost cleaning. When the wash cycle begins, you will
hear the HE agitator increase speed. The motor sounds may change at
different stages in the wash cycle while the washer performs different
wash actions.
NOTE: The lid will automatically lock after the wash phase completes
before the initial spinout occurs, and will remain locked for the rest of
the cycle.
Rinse
Certain cycles use a spray rinse, which adds water to the tub while the
basket spins. You may hear the motor turning on briefly (short hum)
to move the basket while filling. In some cases, you will hear sounds
similar the wash cycle as the washer fills, rinses, and moves the load.
Final Spin
The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for proper water
removal based on the selected cycle and spin speed.
Cycle Complete
Once the cycle is complete, the lid will unlock and this light will come
Remove the load promptly for best results.
Lid Locked
The Lid Locked feature allows for higher spin speeds. When lit, the lid
is locked and cannot be opened without pausing the cycle. When the
light off, the lid can be opened.
To open the lid after it has been locked, press Start/Pause/Cancel. The
lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take
several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Press Start/
Pause/Cancel while the lid is closed to resume the cycle.
WARNING: Do not wash water-resistant or water repellant-type
clothing. Failure to closely follow these instructions may result in an
abnormal vibrating and out-of balance condition that could result in
physical injury, property damage, and/or appliance damage.
Rotate
Pull Up
Counter-Clockwise
USING THE REMOVABLE AGITATOR
■ Squeeze handle, rotate counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove.
■ Push down and rotate clockwise to re-install. The agitator should lock
into place.
For detailed installation instruction and maintenance information,
winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner's Manual
included with your machine.
Temperature:
Hot
Warm
Cool
Cold
Tap
Cold
Manuals & Add Service Plan
Downloads
1-866-698-2538 or in Canada call 1-800-807-6777.
You can write with any questions or concerns at:
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
Designed
to use only
HE High
Efficiency
detergents.
Impeller Mode
Description:
Use this cycle for normally soiled
cottons and mixed-fabric loads. A
high spin speed is the default for
this cycle.
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