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Question posted by wrscholly on May 20th, 2014

How Can We Trade, Exchange Or Deal For A Washer That Cleans?

We purchased a wtw8240ywo. We were taken in by the "saving water" HE line. It does NOT clean the clothes . In many loads long sleave items get knotted and pulled out of shape. Baby diapers are the worst. We called Whirlpool and were told to call a given certified repair company. A service man came out and suggested we use more water!!! Sometimes we rewash three and four times and still the closes are not clean and sometimes they are damaged, as in ruined.

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on May 20th, 2014 8:12 PM

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Answer #2: Posted by TechSupport101 on May 20th, 2014 11:57 PM

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Hi. If the product is still under warranty - you should be able to obtain a replacement free of charge from Whirlpool. Otherwise, given it is no effective in it intended purpose, the best way to dispose of it would be to sell it for parts or to appliances' recyclers.

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Installation Guide - Page 2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Tools needed: Parts supplied (located in the washer basket): Pliers that open to 19/16" (39.5 mm) Flashlight (optional) 4" min (102 mm) Adjustable or open-end wrench 9/16" (14 mm) Wood block Drain ...

Installation Guide - Page 3

... A sturdy floor to support the washer weight (washer, water, and load) of 315 lbs (143 kg). ... washer to the phone number or website on the back page of your washer in a basement, laundry ...saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) 6 ft. (1.8 m) Inlet hose, Black EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack) Alternate parts (Not supplied with washer...

Installation Guide - Page 4

...washer is recommended. ■■ This washer is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. ■■ To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be purchased... install higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of laundry tub must be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Floor drain system ■■ A 120 ...

Installation Guide - Page 5

...from the bottom of the drain hose helps to avoid water leakage and damage to your washer and is secured with tape. Remove foam shipping base. NOTE: To avoid ... from washer cabinet Gently pull hose out of back of washer. 5 IMPORTANT: ■■ Be sure the foam shipping base has been removed from washer. CONNECT DRAIN HOSE IMPORTANT: Proper connection of the washer as...

Installation Guide - Page 6

...can result. Water should be connected to water faucets 4.5" (114 mm) Place hose into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to determine what you may need . 2. Insert new flat washers For a laundry tub or... your water inlet hoses have flat washers at both ends. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of the water to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn. Clear water lines Run water for air...

Installation Guide - Page 7

... hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. 4. Rock the washer back and forth to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for leaks from faucet and at washer connection. You will help reduce the chance of water may be connected for washer to level the washer on valve when attaching to check for wall standpipe...

Installation Guide - Page 8

...inlet hoses. ■■ Remove film from the washer tub for a medium-size load and pour it to raise the washer. Jam nut When washer is an extra part, go back through steps to ...Jam nut If washer is plugged into detergent dispenser. Allow it into a grounded 3-prong outlet. ■■ Read "Washer Use" in your "Use and Care Guide." ■■ To test and clean your tools. ...

Use & Care Guide - Page 3

... be above the water line. 3 Do not load garments directly over the center of the cycle, as with a regular non-HE detergent. Concentrated Cleaning Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Normal Sounds You Can Expect At different stages of humming and whirring sounds as the washplate moves the load. As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of...

Use & Care Guide - Page 4

... cooler wash water than what your laundry load. A lower soil level setting will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Factors such as well. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning ... add liquid fabric softener to increase your energy savings on the cycle selected. Each cycle, along with the cycle you to the load at the correct time. 8 CYCLE MODIFIERS When...

Use & Care Guide - Page 6

... darkly colored cottons, linens, casual and mixed loads Cold Wash/ Clean Care Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Hot Warm Cool Cold Cold Large items such as sport shirts and other active wear. This cycle uses intermittent wash action with cool water and slow spin to wash small...

Use & Care Guide - Page 7

...: Swimsuits, items that cycle to keep the inside of a load. See "Cleaning Your Washer." Use this cycle every 30 washes to improve energy usage. This cycle uses a high-speed spin. Spin speed is adjustable. Use this cycle to spin excess water out of your washer fresh and clean. Use this cycle to spin excess water out of clothes Drain...

Use & Care Guide - Page 8

...sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from sturdy fabrics. • Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing; USING YOUR WASHER 1. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. when loaded, the center of the...

Use & Care Guide - Page 9

...laundry boost product, add to dispenser 5. HELPFUL TIP: See "Washer Maintenance" for information on recommended method of cleaning washer...washer Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser Do not overfill, dilute, or use . Follow the manufacturer's instructions to immediately dispense into washer... bleach or Oxi products in this washer. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine...

Use & Care Guide - Page 11

... Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in hoses, freezing can damage washer. Unplug washer or disconnect ...water inlet hoses. 2. Press POWER. 5. Select CLEAN WASHER with a damp cloth and towel dry. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to washer. 2. If moving during freezing weather, winterize your clothes. Press START/PAUSE. Water will pour into washer...

Use & Care Guide - Page 12

... blankets or towels into basket opening. Turn on both water faucets. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and connect washer. 2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving : 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Plug in new location. Run...

Use & Care Guide - Page 13

... optimal cleaning. It is uneven, a 3/4" (19 mm) piece of water for proper installation: Washer not level. Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to www.whirlpool.com/help for an HE low-water washer. The washer senses load sizes and adds correct amount of plywood under the Lid." or washer stopped with the floor and locked. Item or load...

Use & Care Guide - Page 14

... inlet valve screens have been caught in inlet hoses, which can slow draining. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly around the washplate. Suds from regular detergents can restrict water flow. Small items may be turned on your cycle. Washer may have not become clogged. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Ensure...

Use & Care Guide - Page 15

... must be attached and have both washer and faucet, and have water flowing to possibly avoid a service call. Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions for your garment. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.) Washer not draining/ spinning, loads are not clogged. Load garments in loose heaps evenly...

Use & Care Guide - Page 16

... level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener staining. Use dispensers to improve cleaning. Wash like colors together. Be sure to measure correctly. Load items should move . Washer not loaded as recommended. Do not add more water to avoid snags and tears. Tie all strings and straps before washing to...

Use & Care Guide - Page 17

... display. Use drain hose form and attach securely to drain water. An item in the washer. Solution Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. uL (unbalanced load) appears in display LF (too long to fill) appears in display Ld (too long to possibly avoid a service call for items directly under the lid. System error code. If the...

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