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Whirlpool FRONT-LOADINGAUTOMATIC WASHER Use And Care Manual

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Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance,
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In Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777
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  • Page 1 Use & Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories, or service call: 1-800-253-1301 In Canada, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.ca LAVEUSE AUTOMATIQUE À CHARGEMENT FRONTAL Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service, composez le : 1-800-807-6777 ou visitez notre site Internet à...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES WASHER SAFETY ..................2 SÉCURITÉ DE LA LAVEUSE ..............24 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............. 3 EXIGENCES D'INSTALLATION..............25 Tools and Parts..................3 Outillage et pièces .................. 25 Options...................... 4 Options ....................25 Location Requirements................4 Exigences d'emplacement ..............

  • Page 3: Installation Requirements

    INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Parts supplied: Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The parts supplied are in the washer drum. Tools needed for connecting the water inlet hoses ■ Pliers (that open to 1 " [39.5 mm]) ■...

  • Page 4: Options

    Alternate Parts Pedestal Color Part Number Your installation may require additional parts. If you are interested Height in purchasing one of the items listed here, call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section. 15.5" (394 mm) New Aspen (Light Green) XHP1550VA If You Have...
  • Page 5 Washer Dimensions Recommended installation spacing for recessed or closet 27" installation, with stacked washer and dryer " (686 mm) (1335 mm) The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing. 48 in. (310 cm 3"* (76 mm) " (970 mm) " (820 mm) 3"* (76 mm) 24 in.

  • Page 6: Drain System

    Drain System Electrical Requirements The washer can be installed using the standpipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain WARNING system. Select the drain hose installation method you need. See “Tools and Parts.” Standpipe drain system - wall or floor (views A &...

  • Page 7: Installation Instructions

    ■ Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. 2. Once the bolt is loose, move it to the center of the hole and completely pull out the bolt, including the plastic spacer covering the bolt. 3. Once all 4 bolts are removed discard bolt and spacers. Then pull the power cord through the opening of the rear panel and close the hole with the attached cap.

  • Page 8: Connect The Drain Hose

    8. Using pliers, tighten the couplings with an additional Laundry tub drain or standpipe drain two-thirds turn. Connect the drain hose form to the corrugated drain hose. NOTE: Do not overtighten. Damage to the coupling can result. 9. Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks. NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure.

  • Page 9: Complete Installation

    2. Make sure all four feet are stable and resting on the floor. Then check that the washer is perfectly level (use a level). WARNING 3. After the washer is level, use a 17 mm open-end wrench to turn the nuts on the feet tightly against the washer cabinet. IMPORTANT: All four feet must be tightened.

  • Page 10: Washer Use

    Add a Garment mixture is used on the load. The Efficient Detergent System ensures that no water or detergent is wasted. Clothes can be added to the load during the first 8 minutes of the cycle. During this time, the Add a Garment Status Indicator will 6-Point Suspension System indicate it is okay to add clothes.

  • Page 11: Using The Dispenser

    ■ When unloading garments, check under the gray colored seal at the front of the tub for small items. Using the Dispenser 2. Close the washer door by pushing it firmly until the lock clicks. Your new washer has a dispenser drawer with three separate The washer door will remain locked during the wash cycle.

  • Page 12: Pausing Or Restarting

    Main Wash detergent compartment Fabric softener compartment (Letter B in Dispenser Illustration) (Letter E in Dispenser Illustration) Add liquid or powdered HE detergent to this compartment for Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the fabric softener your main wash cycle. The detergent type selector (A) must dispenser, if desired.

  • Page 13: Status Lights

    Sensing/Revising Estimated Time Status Lights These lights show which portion of the cycle the washer is The cycle times vary automatically based on your water pressure, operating. They also indicate when you can add an additional item water temperature, detergent, and clothes load. to the wash cycle and when the controls are locked.
  • Page 14 Cycle Soil Level Water Temp Spin Delicate Speed (cycle time) Use this cycle to clean hand washable and special-care garments. Similar to the way garments are hand washed in a sink, the wash Delicate Normal Warm/Cold Medium action of this cycle combines periods of low speed tumbling and (0:40) soaking.

  • Page 15: Normal Washer Sounds

    FanFresh™ option Normal Washer Sounds As with any new product, you will hear sounds that you are not Use this option when you are not able to unload your clothes, accustomed to. You may hear various sounds when the door is soon after the wash cycle ends.

  • Page 16: Modifiers

    Water Temp Modifiers Preset cycle settings of Water Temperature, Spin Speed, Soil Select a water temperature based on the type of load you are Level, and Rinse can be changed. You can change a modifier after washing. Use the warmest wash water safe for fabrics. Follow starting a cycle anytime before the selected modifier begins.

  • Page 17: Laundry Guide

    Laundry Guide Refer to this chart for suggested load types and their corresponding cycles. Listed to the right are the options available to each of these wash cycles. CYCLE SUGGESTED LOAD TYPE AVAILABLE OPTIONS Delay Deep Extra/ Wash Fresh™ Clean Soak Normal/ Max Rinse...

  • Page 18: Laundry Tips

    LAUNDRY TIPS Preparing clothes for washing Sorting Follow these recommendations to help you prolong the life of your ■ Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if garments. they would normally be washed together. Separate lint-givers (towels, chenille) from lint-takers (corduroy, synthetics, ■...

  • Page 19: Washer Care

    WASHER CARE If using liquid chlorine bleach: Open the dispenser drawer and immediately add Cleaning Your Washer (160 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. The Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed on a NOTE: Do not add any detergent to this cycle. Use of more monthly basis.

  • Page 20: Vacation, Storage, And Moving Care

    First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. In the U.S.A. www.whirlpool.com/help In Canada www.whirlpool.ca Plug in washer or reconnect power. Re-select cycle and press Washer displaying code message and tone sounds START.
  • Page 21 ■ “SUD” (Suds Routine) Are the water inlet valve screens clogged? When excessive suds are detected, a suds routine Turn off the water and remove inlet hoses from the washer. automatically starts. This routine removes extra suds and Remove any accumulated film or particles. Reinstall hoses, assures proper rinsing of your garments.
  • Page 22 ■ Is the detergent type selector in the correct position? ■ Did you use enough HE detergent? Selector should be in the lowered position when using liquid Use enough detergent to remove soil and hold it in detergent and in the upper position when using powdered suspension.

  • Page 23: Assistance Or Service

    1-800-253-1301, or your nearest designated service center. For further assistance In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777, or your nearest designated If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool service center. Canada LP with any questions or concerns at: Customer eXperience Centre In the U.S.A.
  • Page 24 5. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other damage to the finish of your major appliance, unless such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported to Whirlpool within 30 days from the date of purchase.

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