Washer Use - Whirlpool Duet WFW9470WL00 Use & Care Manual

Add a Garment
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
indicate it is okay to add clothes.
Efficient Detergent System with Anti-Escape Valve
This washer has a specially designed valve that closes during the
wash portion of the cycle so that 100% of the water and detergent
mixture is used on the load. The Efficient Detergent System
ensures that no water or detergent is wasted.
6-Point Suspension System
Shock absorbers, 2 springs and electronic controls are specially
designed to help redistribute the load automatically and minimize
movement of the wash drum during the spin cycle. The 6-Point
Suspension System reduces the amount of force transmitted to
the floor by the washer, resulting in reduced noise, and vibration.
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Fire Hazard
Never place items in the washer that are dampened
with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
No washer can complete|y remove oil.
Do not dry anything that has ever had any type of oil on
it (including cooking oils).
Doing so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before
operating this appliance.
The following is a guide to using your washer. Please refer to
specific sections of this manual for more detailed information.
Do not store laundry products on the top surface of this washer.
Vibration is normal during operation.
Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package for this type of
detergent will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." This wash
system, along with less water, will create too much sudsing with a
regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result
in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing
performance. It may also result in component failures and
noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce
the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent
to use. Remember, concentrated detergents such as 2x or higher
will use less detergent based on load size.
Use only HE High Efficiency detergent.
First Wash Cycle Without Laundry
Before washing clothes for the first time, if not completed during
the final installation step, choose the Normal/Casual cycle and run
it without clothes. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use V;
the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size
load. This initial cycle serves to ensure the interior is clean before
washing clothes.
For All Wash Cycles
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Open the washer door by pulling on the handle. Sort laundry
according to color and type of fabric. Place a load of sorted
clothes in the washer. Do not overload washer. Overloading
can cause poor cleaning.
• The washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed.
Washer door should close easily.
• Mix large and small items and avoid washing single items.
Load evenly.
Wash small items, such as infant socks, in mesh garment
bags. It is recommended that more than one garment bag
be used, and that each garment bag be filled with equal
amounts of material.
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