Load & Go Bulk Dispenser - Whirlpool WFC8090GX Service Manual

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Choosing the Right Detergent
Use Tools button to change
Control Panel - Tools
other settings, if desired
Use only High Ef ciency detergents. The package will be marked
"HE" or "High Ef ciency." Low-water washing creates excessive
sudsing with a non-HE detergent. Using non-HE detergent
Tools
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 Ef ciency are identical in formulation
and their ability to reduce suds. For example, natural, organic,
The Tools button gives access to many other settings, utility
or homemade HE detergents may generate a high level of suds.
cycles, preferences, and information. Touch the TOOLS button
Always follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions to
to access the Tools screen, which contains the following
determine the amount of detergent to use.
(you will need to scroll down with your nger to access
all of the selections).
Load & Go Dispenser 1
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Press this icon to access:
Load & Go Status Dispenser 1 and choose between:
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Active
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Disabled (1 Cycle)
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Off (Permanently)
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About Detergent Concentration
Detergent Concentration Dispenser 1 and choose between:
2X
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Today's liquid HE detergents are concentrated. Most brands of
4X
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concentrated HE detergent will show the level of concentration
6X
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on the bottle. 8X
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However, if the detergent bottle does not give the concentration,
Load & Go Dispenser 2
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it can be easily calculated. Just divide the package size in uid
Press this icon to access:
ounces by the number of loads. Then refer to the chart below
Load & Go Status Dispenser 2 and choose between:
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to nd the concentration.
Active
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Set the concentration level setting on the washer by using
Disabled (1 Cycle)
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the Tools button (see Step 11 on page 13). If you do not get
Off (Permanently)
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your desired cleaning results, set the concentration level to a
Load & Go Content Dispenser 2 and choose between:
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lower concentration number. If you have excess suds, set the
Softener
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concentration level to a higher concentration number.
Detergent
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Once set at Detergent:
Concentration Number of ounces ÷ number of loads
Set Concentration Dispenser 2 and choose between:
2X 1.5–2.49 (44.4 ml–73.6 ml)
2X
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3X 0.9–1.49 (26.6 ml–44.1 ml)
4X
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4X 0.7–0.89 (20.7 ml–26.3 ml)
6X
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5X 0.5–0.69 (14.8 ml–20.4 ml)
8X
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6X 0.3–0.49 (8.9 ml–14.5 ml)
Control Lock
Press this icon to lock the controls. Swipe up to unlock.
Mute
Press this icon to mute or unmute sounds.
Utility Cycles
Press this icon to access the following utility cycles: Spin, Drain,
Rinse & Spin, and Clean Washer with affresh
utility cycle you wish to use and follow the screen prompts.
Preferences
Press to access Times and Dates, Sound Volume, Display
Settings, and Regional. Follow the screen prompts.
WiFi
Press to access Connect to Network, SAID Codes,
Mac Address, and WiFi. Follow the screen prompts.
Info
Press to access Service & Support, Store Demo Mode,
Restore Factory, WiFi Terms and Conditions, and Software
Terms and Conditions. Follow the screen prompts.
Using the Load & Go
Bulk Dispenser
Follow the steps below to ll the Load & Go
when using the washer for the rst time, or when the low detergent
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the detergent or fabric softener level is running low.
1. Open the bulk container lid on the top of the washer/dryer.
2. Lift the ll door on the
Use only High Ef ciency
3. Lift the ll door on the Liquid
(HE) detergent.
4. Slowly close the bulk
5. Make sure that the bulk
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cycle. Touch the
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Touch START/PAUSE button
Load & Go Bulk Dispenser
to begin cycle
or low fabric softener icon
Touch the START/PAUSE button to start the cycle.
Liquid Detergent dispenser
To pause a cycle in progress, touch the START/PAUSE button
(Dispenser 1). Add liquid HE
once, then touch again to continue the cycle. To cancel a
detergent up to the "MAX"
cycle, touch the "X" on the touch screen to the right of the
line. Do not over ll. Close the
estimated time remaining.
ll door. It will click into place.
Once you touch the START/PAUSE button, you will hear
NOTE: If Dispenser 1 is empty,
the door lock. The washer/dryer door will remain locked
you may choose to add only
during a wash cycle.
enough liquid HE detergent
for one load.
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Touch POWER button to turn off
Fabric Softener dispenser
washer/dryer after cycle ends
(Dispenser 2). Add liquid fabric
softener up to the "MAX" line.
Do not over ll. Close the ll
door. It will click into place.
NOTE: If Dispenser 2 is empty,
you may choose to add only
enough liquid fabric softener
for one load.
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container lid. Make sure Remove garments promptly
it is completely closed.
after cycle is nished
dispenser is active. Use
the Tools button to make sure that
both Dispenser 1 and Dispenser 2
are active and that the detergent
concentration is correct. See
Step 11 on page 13.
Dispenser 2 may be used as a second Liquid HE Detergent
dispenser. Use the Tools button (go to "Load & Go
2") to change the content in Dispenser 2 and set the detergent
concentration. Make sure that the other dispenser is disabled.
After a wash-only cycle, promptly remove
The entire Load & Go bulk container can be easily removed
garments after cycle has completed to ™
for ease of cleaning.
avoid odor and rusting of metal objects on
garments. When unloading garments, pull
Thoroughly clean the Liquid Detergent dispenser (Dispenser 1)
back the door seal and check for small items between the tub
before switching to a different brand of detergent.
and the washer/dryer drum.
Thoroughly clean the Liquid Fabric Softener dispenser
If you will be unable to remove the load promptly after a wash-
(Dispenser 2) before switching from liquid fabric softener
only cycle, use the Tumble Fresh
to liquid detergent, before switching back from liquid
detergent to liquid fabric softener, or before switching
After a wash and dry cycle or a dry-only cycle, promptly
to a different brand of detergent.
remove garments after cycle has completed to reduce wrinkling.
If you will be unable to remove a load promptly, use the Wrinkle
Shield option (see Step 10, page 12).
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Do not use chlorine bleach in this
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washer/dryer. Chlorine bleach will
damage it.
The door will remain locked while the Tumble Fresh
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is active after a wash-only cycle. To cancel the Tumble Fresh
Do not add a single-dose laundry packet to the bulk dispenser.
option and unlock the door, touch the "X" on the touch
Do not use powdered HE detergent in the bulk dispenser.
screen to the right of the estimated time remaining.
This washer/dryer has a tight seal to avoid water leaks.
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To avoid odors, leave the door open to allow the washer/dryer
to dry between uses.
If a dry cycle is interrupted and the load removed before
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the cool-down period at the end of the cycle, the load will
be very hot.
Whirlpool Smart All-In-One Washer & Dryer
GENERAL INFORMATION
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bulk dispenser
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on the display indicate that
Use only High Ef ciency
(HE) detergent.
Dispenser
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option (see Step 10, page 12).
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Chlorine
Bleach
option
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