Whirlpool Top-Load Washer with Pretreat Station Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Whirlpool

Table of Contents

OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
WASHER MAINTENANCE AND CARE
- WATER INLET HOSES
- WASHER CARE
NON-USE AND VACATION CARE:
- WINTER STORAGE CARE
- REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN
Documents / Resources
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)

Whirlpool Top-Load Washer with Pretreat Station

OPERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED:
Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby for future reference. These instructions and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls.

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the washer, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Read all instructions before using the washer.
Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, other flammable, or explosive substances as they give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable, or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapors that could ignite or explode.
Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using the washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during
Do not allow children to play on or in the washer. Close supervision of children is necessary when the washer is used near children.
Before the washer is removed from service or discarded, remove the door or lid.
Do not reach into the washer if the drum, tub or agitator is moving.
Do not install or store the washer where it will be exposed to the weather.
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not repair or replace any part of the washer or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in this manual or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
See Installation Instructions for grounding instructions. this time.

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

For a grounded, cord-connected washer:
This washer must be grounded. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This washer is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING : Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.

Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the INSTALLATION & CARE INSTRUCTIONS GUIDE online, before installing this appliance.

Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install washer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WASHER MAINTENANCE AND CARE

WATER INLET HOSES

Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. When replacing your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on the label with a permanent marker.

NOTE : Do not use old hoses. Property damage can result.

WASHER CARE

Recommendations to Help Keep Your Washer Clean and Performing at its Best:

Always use High Efficiency (HE) detergents and follow the HE detergent manufacturer’s instructions regarding the amount of HE detergent to use. Never use more than the recommended amount because that may increase the rate at which detergent and soil residue accumulate inside your washer, which in turn may result in undesirable odor.
Use warm and hot wash water settings sometimes (not exclusively cold water washes), because they do a better job of controlling the rate at which soils and detergent accumulate.
Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing residue.

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE:

Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

Unplug or disconnect power to the washer.
Turn off the water supply to the washer, to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge.

WINTER STORAGE CARE

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in hoses, freezing can damage the washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.
Put 1 quart (1 L) of R/V/-type antifreeze into an empty basket.
Unplug washer or disconnect power.

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, or moving:

See the “Installation & Care Instructions Guide” online for more information to locate, level, and connect the washer.
Before using again, run washer through the following recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets.
Plug in washer or reconnect power.
Run the washer through the BEDDING cycle to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE (High Efficiency) detergent. Use 1/2 the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-size load.