Pausing Or Restarting; Changing Cycles, Options, And Modifiers - Whirlpool Duet Steam FRONT-LOADING AUTOMATIC WASHER Use & Care Manual

IMPORTANT: If you are using the Delay Wash option, powdered
detergent should be used in the compartment since liquid
detergents may seep out of the compartment, before the wash
begins.
■ Use the detergent manufacturer's recommended amount for
load size.
■ Liquid detergent:
A
Selector in position for liquid detergent
A. Detergent type selector
■ Powdered detergent:
A
Selector in position for powdered detergent
A. Detergent type selector
Chlorine bleach compartment
(Letter E in Dispenser Illustration)
Add no more than 2 / cup (160 mL) liquid chlorine bleach to this
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compartment. The bleach will be automatically diluted and
dispensed at the best time during the first rinse after the wash cycle.
This compartment cannot dilute powdered bleach.
■ Always measure liquid chlorine bleach. Use a measuring cup
with a pour spout; do not guess. Follow the manufacturer's
directions for proper use.
■ Do not fill beyond the "MAX" level.
NOTE: Overfilling could cause garment damage.
■ At the end of the cycle, a small amount of water may be left in
the dispenser. This is normal.
Fabric softener compartment
(Letter F in Dispenser Illustration)
Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the fabric softener
dispenser, if desired.
■ Do not overfill. The dispenser holds
■ The fabric softener is dispensed in the rinse cycle. If Extra Rinse
is selected, the fabric softener will be dispensed during the Extra
Rinse.
1 / cup (60 mL).
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■ Do not use fabric softener dispensing balls in this washer.
Dispensing balls will not operate correctly with this washer.
■ Do not spill or drip any fabric softener onto the clothes.
■
At the end of the cycle, a small amount of water may be left in
the dispenser. This is normal.
NOTE: Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.

Pausing or Restarting

1. To pause the washer at any time, press PAUSE/CANCEL.
2. To continue the cycle, press START (for approximately 1 second).

Changing Cycles, Options, and Modifiers

Not all Options and Modifiers are available with all cycles. Available
modifiers will glow amber. If an option or modifier is unavailable with
a selected cycle, the light will not illuminate. Cycles, Options, and
Modifiers can be changed anytime before START is selected.
To cancel a cycle and select a new cycle
1. Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice.
2. Press POWER.
3. Select desired cycle.
4. Select the desired Options or modifiers such as Water Temp, Spin
Speed, and Soil Level.
5. Press START (for approximately 1 second) to restart the washer at
the beginning of the new cycle.
To cancel a cycle
1. Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice.
2. The washer powers down, the door unlocks, and clothes can be
removed.
NOTE: If the water level or the temperature is too high, the washer will
drain automatically before the door unlocks.
To change Options or Modifiers after the cycle has
started
1. Press PAUSE/CANCEL once.
2. Select the desired Options or modifiers such as Water Temp, Spin
Speed, and Soil Level. Available selections will glow amber.
3. Press START (for approximately 1 second) to continue the cycle.
To drain the washer manually
1. Press PAUSE/CANCEL twice.
2. Press POWER.
3. Select DRAIN/SPIN.
4. Press START (for approximately 1 second) to begin the drain.
5. When the spin is complete, the door unlocks. Items can be
removed from the washer.
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