Whirlpool WTW4950HW Top Load Washer User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- Whirlpool
Table of Contents
Whirlpool WTW4950HW Top Load Washer
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
- Fire Hazard Never place items in the washer that are dampened with gasoline or other flammable fluids.
- No washer can completely 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, located in your appliance’s Owner’s Manual, before operating this appliance.
NOTES:
- Not all features and cycles are on all models, and control panel appearance may vary.
- If your model has a touch interface, the control panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a light touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with your fingertip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or option, simply touch its name.
- If your model has physical buttons, make sure to press the button firmly.
- At cycle completion, your setting and option choices will be remembered for the next cycle. However, if power to the washer is lost, the settings and options will go back to the factory defaults.
Button Descriptions
SOIL LEVEL
Select the setting most suitable for your load. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, select Heavy Soil Level for more wash time. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, select Light Soil Level for less wash time. A lighter soil- level setting will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.
WASH TEMP
Wash Temp senses and maintains uniform water temperatures by regulating
incoming hot and cold water.
Select a wash temperature based on the type of fabric and soils being washed.
For best results, follow the garment label instructions using the warmest wash
water safe for your fabric.
NOTES:
- On some models and cycles, warm and hot water may be cooler than your previous washer.
- Even in a cold- or cool-water wash, some warm water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature. All rinses are cold.
WASH CYCLE KNOB
Use the Wash Cycle knob to select available cycles on your washer. Turn the knob to select a cycle for your laundry load. See online “Cycle Guide” for detailed descriptions.
RINSE OPTIONS
The following options may be added to most cycles. See online “Cycle Guide”
for additional details.
1 Rinse
This option is used to limit a cycle to one rinse.
2 Rinses
This option can be used to automatically add a second rinse to all wash
cycles.
1 Rinse with Softener
This option must be selected if using fabric softener during a cycle. It
ensures that the water levels are correct for optimal fabric softener
distribution.
2 Rinses with Softener
This option turns on both the fabric softener and the 2 Rinses options.
PRESOAK
Use this option to add an extra soak period to any cycle to help loosen tough stains. The washer will fill and then alternate between a soak and a gentle agitation before beginning the selected cycle.
Adding Laundry Products
IMPORTANT: Using non-HE detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component malfunction and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents should be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance.
Adding HE detergent to basket:
Add a measured amount of HE detergent or single-dose laundry packets into the
basket. If using Oxi-type boosters, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener
crystals, add to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes.
NOTE : Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of
laundry products to use.
Adding liquid chlorine bleach:
Do not overfill, dilute, or use more than 1 cup (236 mL). Do not use color-
safe bleach or Oxi products in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach.
NOTE : Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of
laundry products to use.
Adding Liquid Fabric Softener:
IMPORTANT: Rinse option must be selected to 1 Rinse with Softener or 2
Rinses with Softener to ensure proper distribution at correct time in cycle.
Do not overfill or dilute.
During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling and press
the Start/Pause button to pause the washer. Lift the lid and add the measured,
recommended amount of liquid fabric softener. Do not use more than the
recommended amount. Close the lid and press the Start/Pause button again to
start the washer.
Step 1. Add HE Detergent
NOTE: See the “Adding Laundry Products section for more information on adding HE detergent, fabric softener, and/or bleach.
Step 2. Load Clothes
For best results, load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.
Step 3. Close Lid; then Select Cycle and Settings
Step 4. Press Start/Pause/Cancel
Cycle Guide – Normal Cycle
For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed. Recommended settings for best performance are shown in bold. Not all cycles and options are available on all models. Not all settings and options are available on each cycle.
| Items to Wash: | Cycle: | Temperature: | Description: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton, linens, and mixed-garment loads | Normal | Hot Warm Cool Cold Tap | |
| Cold | Use this cycle for normally soiled cotton and mixed-fabric loads. A high |
spin speed is a default for this cycle.
Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instructions and maintenance information, winter
storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner’s Manual included with
your machine.
For information on any of the following items, a full cycle guide, detailed
product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and installation,
please visit https://www.whirlpool.com/owners, or in Canada
https://www.whirlpool.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service
call.
However, if you need to contact us, use the information listed below for the appropriate region.
United States: 1–866–698–2538
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center 553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692
IMPORTANT: Retain this guide for future use.
Canada: 1–800–807–6777
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Centre 200–6750 Century
Ave. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
CONTROL PANNEL
Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.
START/PAUSE BUTTON
Press to start the selected cycle; press again to pause the cycle and unlock
the lid.
NOTE: If the washer is spinning, it may take several minutes to unlock
the lid.
Sensing
When the Start/Pause button is pressed, the washer will fill to an initial
water level and begin sensing to determine the load size. The washer will then
continue filling to the appropriate water level based on load size and proceed
to Wash.
If the lid is opened or the Start/Pause button is pressed, the cycle will
pause. Closing the lid and/or pressing the Start/Pause button will resume the
cycle. If the cycle remains paused with the lid open for 10 minutes, the
washer will pump out the water.
Wash
During the first stage of the sensing/wash cycle, water will partially fill the washer and begin to move the load. It is normal to have the sensing light on during this stage. You will hear the agitator rotate followed by a several- second pause. This process will repeat for several minutes, allowing the entire load to become saturated. The lower water level combined with HE detergent at this stage allows for concentrated cleaning. It is normal for the load to be above the water line during this stage. At the beginning of the second stage, the washer will add water to the correct level based on the load size. You will hear the agitator increase speed during this stage of the wash cycle. The motor sounds may change at different stages in the wash cycle.
PROGRESS
The Progress lights show the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that are different from your previous washers.
Rinse
Certain cycles use a spray rinse, which adds water to the tub while the basket spins. You may hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. You may hear the motor turning on briefly (short hum) to move the basket while filling.
Spin
The washer spins the load at increasing speeds for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed.
Done
Once the cycle is complete, the lid will unlock and this light will come on. For best results, promptly remove the load.
Locked
The Lock feature allows for higher spin speeds. When lit, the lid is locked
and cannot be opened without pausing the cycle. When the light is off, the lid
can be opened.
To open the lid after it has been locked, press Start/Pause. The lid will
unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes if
the load was spinning at high speed. Press Start/Pause while the lid is closed
to resume the cycle.
WARNING: Do not wash water-resistant or water-repellant-type clothing.
Failure to closely follow these instructions may result in an abnormal
vibrating and out-of balance condition that could result in physical injury,
property damage, and/or appliance damage.
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References
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