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Question posted by carolrice007 on March 21st, 2013

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Answer #1: Posted by tintinb on March 21st, 2013 6:07 PM

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The capacity of your Whirlpool WTW8240YW machine is 4.6 (Cu. Feet) Capacity. You can find more information and features of this machine from the following links:

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Installation Guide - Page 2

...) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain hose form Cable Tie Parts needed (Not supplied with washer): Water inlet hoses (2) Flat inlet hose washers (4) Tape measure or ruler Level 2 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Installation Guide - Page 3

...." ■■ Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of where the power cord is attached to the back of the washer. If you have: You will need : Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96" (2.4 m) Sump pump system (if not already available) 1" (25 mm) diameter standpipe 2" (50 mm) diameter to 1" (25...

Installation Guide - Page 4

.... If you will need . DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be needed.) Laundry tub drain system 41/2" (114 mm) 309" (796920 mm) Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Wall standpipe drain system 41/2" (114 mm... codes and ordinances. Top of standpipe must be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. Top of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of wash tub. IMPORTANT: To...

Installation Guide - Page 5

...hose helps to avoid water leakage and damage to avoid excessive noise from the bottom of the washer as directed in the "Remove Shipping Base and Packing Ring" section. ■■ If ...start: remove shipping materials. The drain hose is stored inside the washer cabinet. 1. NOTE: To avoid floor damage during installation, set washer back upright, and remove the tape from the lid so that ...

Installation Guide - Page 6

... cold water faucet. The hose must be connected to the hot water faucet and the cold water hose is seated on smooth sections of the laundry tub. Washer IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks, check that the hot water hose is connected to water faucets with new inlet hoses with separate directions. Both hoses...

Installation Guide - Page 7

...) (114 mm) 4.5" (114 mm) A A A Secure drain hose to check for leaks Move the washer to faucets or washer. Screw coupling by hand until it is snug. IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for future reference. ■■ Periodically...

Installation Guide - Page 8

...9632; Check electrical requirements. Press POWER. Then turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to complete one whole cycle. 8 If there is an extra part, go...9632; Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. ■■ Remove film from the washer cabinet. Close lid. Select a normal cycle and press START. Dispose of/recycle all packaging ...

Energy Guide - Page 1

...per therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10405151) Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW8200Y*, WTW8240Y*, WTW8400Y*, WTW8440Y*, WTW8600Y*, WTW8800Y* Cat. V1ew5CfA... depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated operating cost based on eight wash loads a week and a ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 2

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Use & Care Guide - Page 3

... Water Automatic Load Size Sensing Once you may also result in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to determine the correct water level for some of your...You will likely result in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Traditional agitator-style washer Low-water washer The most striking difference in short pulses to the load size-no water level ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 4

...options to work with any selected options, will result in the display. SPIN SPEED This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the type of cycles. 3 TIME/STATUS DISPLAY The... label instructions, use cooler wash water than the selected cycle and may be cooler than what your laundry load. The preset speeds can be used , 4 8 7 the wash cycle will use the warmest...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

... Extra Rinse. IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with AFFRESH® washer cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to set a follow-up cycle, add... with AFFRESH® cycle. To set the spin speed to wash: No clothes in washer Cycle: Clean Washer with Affresh® Wash Spin Soil Temp*: Speed: Level: Available Options: EcoBoost Heavily...

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

... if stains remain after washing; See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to your laundry 2. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to avoid ...any small object can set stains into washer • Empty pockets. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Load laundry into fabric. • Treat stains promptly...

Use & Care Guide - Page 9

... Fabric Softener option. If Extra Rinse option is selected, fabric softener will cause fabric softener to turn on washer Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser Do not overfill, dilute, or use . NOTE: If using an Oxi laundry boost product, add to ensure proper distribution at correct time in the same cycle with a regular non...

Use & Care Guide - Page 10

... what your hot water heater setting. Cold Warm water may be cooler than your previous washer provided. These may be added to assist in soil removal and to assist in the ... normal. Press the cycle modifiers buttons to restart the cycle. Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. NOTE: Not all options are available with a cycle time. Press DELAY WASH...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

... residue, wipe with AFFRESH® cycle. Unplug or disconnect power to washer drum. Close washer lid. 4. NOTE: For best results, do not use abrasive products. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to water pressure surge. Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement...

Use & Care Guide - Page 12

...packing ring, place heavy blankets or towels into basket opening. REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN To reinstall washer after non-use washer again: 1. Turn on both water faucets. Plug in new location....over the console and secure with masking tape. 7. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use half the ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 13

... not suitable for assistance and to hear metal items on clothing such as a rug or jeans jacket with floor, and washer must be level. Washer may not be necessary to drainpipe or laundry tub. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/help . If flooring is...

Use & Care Guide - Page 14

..., rearrange load evenly around the washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center of the spins. Only use an extension cord. Press START/PAUSE. Washer may be stopped to inlet valve. Always measure detergent and following detergent directions based on . Select your load requirements. If you experience Possible Causes Solution...

Use & Care Guide - Page 17

... the end of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as a basket of laundry, from unlocking. Error Code Appears in Display oL (overloaded) appears in washer. It is normal for more than 4.5" (114 mm) into standpipe. The washer is higher than 4.5" (114 mm) into standpipe. Excessive suds...

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