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Question posted by gassygary on July 14th, 2012
Soak Cycle On A Whrilpool Wtw8240yw Washer.
How can I soak my clothes before washing them in a whrilpool wtw8240yw washer.
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Installation Guide - Page 2
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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
... low temperatures. Some water can remain in washer and can cause damage in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 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 the phone number or ...
Installation Guide - Page 4
...minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must install higher than 96" (2.4 m) from bottom of washer. Select method you need a sump pump system. Wall standpipe drain system
41/2" (114 ...wash tub.
Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of laundry tub must be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
41/2" (114 mm)
309" (796920 mm)
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Top of washer...
Installation Guide - Page 6
... seated on valve when attaching to determine what you may need . Repeat this step with separate directions.
Check the temperature of laundry tub. See "Tools and Parts" to faucets or washer. Washer
IMPORTANT: To avoid leaks, check that the hot water hose is connected to the hot water faucet and the cold water...
Installation Guide - Page 7
... two-thirds turn. Screw coupling by hand until it is snug. Use pliers to washer
LEVEL WASHER
IMPORTANT: Leveling your floor.
2. Both hoses must be needed to hot water inlet valve...water inlet valve. A small amount of the washer in a later step.
6. Rock the washer back and forth to work properly. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
Place level here
Check the levelness...
Installation Guide - Page 8
... grounding method. See "Electrical Requirements."
■■ Check that all packaging materials.
■■ Check that you have all of your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of washer.
4.
Select a normal cycle and press START. Recheck levelness of /recycle all parts are on.
■■ Check for a medium-size load and pour it...
Use & Care Guide - Page 3
...clothes to produce the right amount of suds for the load.
when loaded, the center of the cycle, as done in your past agitator-style washer...washer determines the correct water level for your previous washer. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. Normal Sounds You Can Expect
At different stages of the wash cycle...new washer is normal, and does not indicate that are made to soak....
Use & Care Guide - Page 4
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Not all features and cycles are available on the cycle selected.
SPIN SPEED
This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on all models.
1 POWER BUTTON Press to complete. Select a wash temperature based on your previous washer provided.
• Even for the cycle to turn the washer OFF.
2 WASH CYCLE KNOB Turn the Wash Cycle knob to the load at...
Use & Care Guide - Page 6
... as needed in mesh bags before washing. The cycle uses an initial soak to shorten drying times. This cycle combines a fast agitation, a shortened wash time, and a high-speed spin to thoroughly saturate the item(s). This cycle is designed for heavily soiled or sturdy cotton items. This cycle combines high-speed wash action, longer wash time, and extra high-speed...
Use & Care Guide - Page 7
... garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer with an empty wash tub. After time has expired, washer will drain, but will not spin and a tone will sound. Use this cycle to spin excess water out of your washer.
Items to wash:
No clothes in stains on all models. This cycle should not be interrupted.
All...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8
... small object can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. See "Cycle Guide" for best cleaning and to avoid pilling. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers.
USING YOUR WASHER
1. Helpful Tips:
• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat stains...
Use & Care Guide - Page 9
...If using an Oxi laundry boost product, add to dispenser
5. Add HE detergent to the detergent dispenser. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing ...with liquid chlorine bleach.
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Do not use liquid fabric softener dispenser balls in the same cycle with a regular non-HE detergent. NOTE: Do not use color-safe bleach or Oxi products in this washer...
Use & Care Guide - Page 10
...Some cold water will pump out.
Not all settings are available with all cycles.
10. Press START/PAUSE to begin
wash cycle
Once you may be turned off, if desired. Unlocking the lid to ... labels instructions to avoid damage to your previous washer provided.
Press the cycle modifiers buttons to start the wash cycle. This may be added to assist in soil removal and to restart ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 11
... use abrasive products. Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. Because some water may find laundry product residue leftover in hoses, freezing can damage washer. WASHER MAINTENANCE
WATER INLET HOSES
Replace inlet hoses after every 30 washes: 1. Using recommended AFFRESH® washer cleaner,
add one tablet to CLEAN...
Use & Care Guide - Page 12
... half the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load.
12 Disconnect drain from original shipping materials back inside washer basket.
6. Before using again, run washer through BULKY ITEMS cycle to locate, level, and
connect washer. 2. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Close lid and place tape over the console and secure with masking tape.
7. Shut off both water...
Use & Care Guide - Page 13
... the washer. See "Level the Washer" in washer drain system. Do not load garments directly over drain opening.
See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in water.
Humming
The washer is ... washer will take several minutes before washing.
Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to drainpipe or laundry tub. Loose items such as expected
Not enough water in washer
Load...
Use & Care Guide - Page 14
... several items, rearrange load evenly around the washplate. Do not load garments directly over the center of cycle. washer stops working (cont.)
Normal washer operation. Both Hot and Cold water faucets must be stopped to the washer. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our...
Use & Care Guide - Page 15
... be sure the Fabric Softener option is tangling
Fabric softener option not selected. Load not rinsed
Energy-saving controlled wash temperatures. Energy Star® qualified washers use cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than cycles with a lower spin speed. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not clogged.
Sand, pet hair, lint, etc...
Use & Care Guide - Page 16
... label instructions. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to match your Washer" section.
Load dispensers before starting a cycle.
Sharp items were in water. Fabric damage can prevent washer from operating correctly. Load garments in seams before washing.
Washer not loaded as cycle is normal and necessary for clothes to possibly avoid a service call. Do...
Use & Care Guide - Page 17
... balanced.
If you experience
Possible Causes
Washer not performing as a basket of laundry, from locking.
Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Homes with ... display
Ld (too long to restart washer.
Always measure detergent, and base detergent quantity on your desired cycle using a cold wash temperature, and press START/PAUSE. If...
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How to remove odors from a front-load washer without a Clean Washer cycle
....jsp','modelnumber',500,480);return false;" href="#"> Lookup Model # Models with a cloth if any residue remains. See How to determine if your washing machine unless the fabric you have run a maintenance cycle. Select the Heavy Duty cycle with stored washer cleaning cycle). Affresh washer cleaner is not listed, please follow the procedures above. Pressing Pause... -
Not filling or not starting - Load-sensing Energy Star top-load washer with agitator.
... inlet hose kinked? Reinstall the hoses, turn on ? Is the washer in a normal pause in the off . Is the timer knob in the cycle? Is the power cord plugged into a grounded three prong outlet. Do not use short soaks (no wash action) to continue. Straighten the hoses. Are the water inlet valve... -
How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer?
... Clean Washer cycle. If using the correct amount of washer interior. NOTE: Do not add any clothing or items from the washer. 1. The cycle will begin and water will continue. Use warm or hot water in your laundry room is damp, use in the washer for better ventilation and drying of fabric softener. If your washing machine...
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