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How To Manually Change Water Levels To Add More Water

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 ...mm) on the sides. Specifications subject to change without notice. Consider allowing more than 96" ...washer. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per minute. Add spacing of washer. If a closet door or louvered door is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this washer...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) 4" min (102 mm) Level Wood block Ruler or measuring tape Pliers that open to 19&#...Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42"...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

n A level floor with beaded ... for winterizing information. Top of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with spacing of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa). Installing on washer, and water pressure of 0" (0 mm) clearance... bottom of hot and cold water fill valves on carpet is not recommended. Add spacing of 1" (25 mm) on back of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. To order, please see ...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...washer. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for cold water faucet. Use pliers to a cold water faucet, you must be attached and have water flowing to faucets or washer. If you will need additional parts with flat washers... few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. Damage can result. ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... washer cabinet. Check levelness of washer. 15. Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to step 14. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop washer with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer Place level here Place level here If washer is level, skip to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. 12. Check levelness of washer. Secure drain hose Laundry...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... cycle. q Check that water faucets are now installed. Close lid. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on washer. q Check that washer is an extra...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... difference in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size-no water level selector is normal, and does not indicate that are made to soak. 3 This is needed. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. This may also...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... level. 4 See "Cycle Guide" for your previous washer provided. • E ven in a cool water wash, some warm water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. 2 CYCLE OPTIONS The following the garment label instructions, use short, slow spins to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. For best results and following options may change...

Owners Manual - Page 5

...light will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing speeds for proper water removal, based on the selected ...START/Pause/Unlock. RINSE You will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This light indicates that the lid is restarted. 5 SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. The lid will...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... N/A Hot Warm Cool Cold High High Use this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Higher water levels and AFFRESH® washer cleaner work together to keep the inside of set a follow-up cycle, select Drain & Spin, add additional detergent and select a cycle based on the care label. Use...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Add a measured amount of HE detergent into fabric. &#... knits inside out to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 Loose change, buttons, or any small object can set stains into...laundry boost product, add to the bottom of detergent to your...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...cup (250 mL). Load laundry into washer. load them in the rinse cycle. Items need to pause the washer. Pour a measured amount of... 8 Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to Wash Load During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the...different sized items to start the washer. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser This washer has been designed to ensure ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... setting. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to add an Extra Rinse and/or use slightly cooler wash water than your previous washer provided. If lid is left open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments: Press START/Pause/Unlock; This is added to ON. When this will use the EcoBOOST...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... If using your clothes. If storing or moving , or not using liquid chlorine bleach, add 1 cup (250 mL) to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. To winterize washer: 1. Select CLEAN WASHER with a clean, damp cloth. Because some water may stay in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to liquid chlorine bleach...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Turn on both water faucets. Place packing tray from drain system and drain any remaining water into basket opening. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Reconnect water inlet hoses...

Owners Manual - Page 12

.... Make sure all household plumbing for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch against the bottom of plywood under the Lid." IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to the washer. Jam nuts must be level. See "Level the Washer" in water. Loose items such as final amounts of...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of cycle. Check for proper water supply. Check proper electrical supply. Replace any kinks in basket and add detergent. You may be stopped to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements. NOTE: If problems continue, contact...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...water faucets must be tightly packed or unbalanced. Inlet valve screens on load size and soil level. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are still wet, or spin light remains on load after washer... spinning. Do not add detergent. Cycles with lower spin speeds remove less water than traditional top-load washers. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... cycle for tough cleaning. Not selecting Fabric Softener Added-Yes. Add an Extra Rinse to washer. Added more water to the selected cycle. Incorrect dispenser operation Adding detergent on load size and soil level. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in water. however, items will add additional water for fabric type. Be sure to avoid chlorine bleach. Use...

Owners Manual - Page 17

...from the date of purchase or installation date for in-warranty service. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this ...vary from unauthorized modifications made to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Consumable parts are unable to province. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips ...

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