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Whirlpool 6AWTW5550XW1 Use And Care Manual

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W10483412A
TOP-LOADING
HIGH EFFICIENCY
LOW-WATER WASHER
USE AND CARE GUIDE

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WASHER SAFETY .................................................... 2
WASHER DISPOSAL ................................................ 3
WHAT'S NEW UNDER THE LID? ............................. 4
CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ........................ 5
CYCLE GUIDE .......................................................... 7
USING YOUR WASHER ........................................... 9
.................................................. 14
.......................................... 12
........................................ 19
Designed to use only HE High Efficiency
detergents.
MODEL 6AWTW5550XW1
6AWTW5700XW1

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    WHAT’S NEW UNDER THE LID? ......4 CONTROL PANEL AND FEATURES ......5 CYCLE GUIDE ............7 USING YOUR WASHER ........... 9 WASHER MAINTENANCE .......... 12 TROUBLESHOOTING ..........14 ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ........19 Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents. MODEL 6AWTW5550XW1 W10483412A 6AWTW5700XW1...

  • Page 2: Washer Safety

    WASHER SAFETY...

  • Page 3: Washer Disposal

    WASHER DISPOSAL...

  • Page 4: What's New Under The Lid

    Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. NOTE: Whirlpool recommends the use of “HE” liquid detergent for best results. If you prefer to use “HE” powdered detergent, dissolve in warm water first before adding it to the dispenser to improve wash performance.

  • Page 5: Control Panel And Features

    For best results and following the improve your Eco Monitor rating on many cycles. garment label instructions, use the warmest wash water NOTE: Not available on Model 6AWTW5550XW1 safe for your fabric. • Warm and hot water will be cooler than what your POWER/STANDBY BUTTON previous washer provided.
  • Page 6 Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer NOTE: Not available on Model 6AWTW5550XW1 will slowly spin the dry load to estimate the load size and amount of water needed, and begin adding water. The...

  • Page 7: Cycle Guide

    CYCLE GUIDE - Model 6AWTW5700XW1 Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Max load 8.0 kg. Items to Cycle: Wash/Rinse Spin Soil Available Approx.
  • Page 8 CYCLE GUIDE - Model 6AWTW5550XW1 Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Max load 8.0 kg. Items to Wash/Rinse Available Cycle:...

  • Page 9: Using Your Washer

    USING YOUR WASHER Sort and prepare your laundry Load laundry into washer • Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing Load garments in loose heaps evenly unexpected sounds. around the washplate. Do not load •...
  • Page 10 Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount dispenser at the end of a cycle. of detergent to use. NOTE: Whirlpool recommends the use of “HE” liquid detergent for best results. If you prefer to use “HE” powdered detergent, Press POWER to turn on washer dissolve in warm water first before adding it to the dispenser to improve wash performance.

  • Page 11: Select Cycle

    Select cycle Select cycle settings Model 6AWTW5700XW1 Once you select a cycle, the default settings for that cycle Model 6AWTW5700XW1 will be lit. Press the cycle settings buttons to change the Temperature, Soil Level, and Spin Speed, if desired. Turn cycle knob to choose your wash NOTES: cycle.

  • Page 12: Washer Care

    WASHER CARE Select cycle options Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at its Best 1. Always follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding the amount of detergent to use. Never use more than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.
  • Page 13 CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER TRAY TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER You may find laundry product residue leftover in your 1. Shut off both water taps. Disconnect and drain water dispenser trays. To remove residue, follow this inlet hoses. recommended cleaning procedure: 2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow 1.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Solution Possible Causes Vibration or Off-Balance Check the following for Feet may not be in contact with the Front and rear feet must be in firm contact with floor, and washer proper installation or see floor and locked.
  • Page 15 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. Solution If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won’t run or fill, Check for proper water supply. Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to washer stops working inlet valve.
  • Page 16 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. Possible causes Solution If you experience Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ Empty pockets and use garment bags Small items may have been caught in pump or between basket for small items.
  • Page 17 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call. If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Add an Extra Rinse to the selected cycle. Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and on load after washing detergent or bleach residues...
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here 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, which causes immediate dispensing. operation products dispensing too soon.

  • Page 19: Assistance Or Service

    If you still need help, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the washer, or a Whirlpool designated service Model name and serial number can be found on the rating plate company. See Whirlpool warranty register card.
  • Page 20 W10483412A © 2012 Whirlpool Corporation. 03/12 All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A. ® Registered Trademark/ Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A.

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