What's New Under The Lid - Whirlpool WTW4616FW Use And Care Manual

Your new washer will operate differently than your past agitator-style washer.
Lid Lock
To allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the
Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is lit, the lid is
locked and cannot be opened. When this light is blinking,
the washer is paused. When this light is off, the lid can be
opened. After a cycle is started, the washer will fill to the
appropriate water level. When the washer is done filling,
it will start to agitate. If you need to open the lid to add a
garment after this point, the lid will remain unlocked during
the entire agitation portion of the wash phase. The cycle
will automatically pause when the lid is opened, and the
cycle will resume once the lid is closed. The lid will lock
before the spin phase begins. If you need to pause or stop
after this point, you must press the START/Stop button
and wait for the lid to unlock. The lid will only unlock after
washer movement has stopped. Depending on when in
the cycle you try to pause, it may take several seconds to
several minutes for the lid to unlock. Press START/Stop to
resume the cycle.
Water Level Options
Set the Water Level knob to the Auto setting and the
washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load
size. Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Fill setting and
the washer will fill to the maximum water level.
Sensing
This washer will perform a series of spins to check for load
balance. During this time, a series of clicks and a whirring
noise signal that sensing technology is determining if there
is an off-balance load.
IMPORTANT:
• After the washer basket fills to the selected water level, the lid must be closed before the wash cycle can start.
If filling stops with the lid open, close lid and press START/Stop button if cycle does not automatically resume.
• Fabric Softener option must be set to YES to ensure fabric softener dispenses at the correct time and is evenly distributed.

What's New Under the Lid?

Sounds
At different stages of the wash cycle, you may
hear sounds and pauses that are different from those
of your previous washer. For example, you may hear a
clicking and hum at the beginning of the spin phase as
the lid lock goes through a self-test. There will be different
kinds of humming and whirring sounds as the agitator
tests for load balance or moves the load. And, sometimes,
you may hear nothing at all as the washer allows time for
clothes to soak.
Choosing the Right Detergent
Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be
marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." 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. They
should hold soil in suspension so it is not redeposited
onto clean clothes. Not all detergents labeled as High
Efficiency are identical in formulation and their ability to
reduce suds. For example, natural, organic, or homemade
HE detergents may generate a high level of suds. Always
follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions to
determine the amount of detergent to use.
Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent.
Spray Rinse
Select cycles default to a spray rinse. During these cycles,
you will hear water enter the washer as the tub spins,
allowing the rinse water to penetrate clothes. Check the
"Cycle Guide" for details.
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