User Manual Whirlpool WTW8700EC 5.3 cu. ft. Top Load Washer, Smart Phone Controls - Chrome Shadow

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Table of contents

• Washer Safety
• Washer Overview
• Cycle Guide
• Using Your Washer
• Washer Maintenance
• Troubleshooting

User Manual Washer

Washer Safety

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 “Electrical Requirements” located in the installation instructions for grounding instructions.

Washer Overview

Connectivity Features

Wi-Fi connectivity allows your Smart Washer to connect to the Internet and interact with the Whirlpool™ app from your smartphone or mobile device. This connection opens up several Smart options to you: options intended to save you valuable time and energy

SMART FEATURES

Smart Features help make your every day more efficient by letting you remotely monitor, manage, and maintain your washer

Remote Start & Pause

What it does: Allows you to send the remote control of your washer to your smartphone or mobile device via the Whirlpool™ app.

What it does for you: Lets you manage when to start your wash cycle and when your laundry gets done. Have freshly washed laundry when you’re ready for it – not just when you’re home to wait.

Cycle Progress

What it does: Gives you an up-to-the-minute look at your wash cycle progress and remaining cycle time from anywhere.

What it does for you: Relieves you of having to visit the laundry room to check on the status of your wash cycle.

Clothes Clean Notification (Opt-In)

What it does: Your washer will send you a push notification when its current cycle is complete.

What it does for you: Alerts you precisely when the wash is done, so you can get the next load started and move on to other things. If you can’t unload the washer right away, or are away from home when a cycle finishes, you can remotely activate Load Fresh cycles to help your clothes stay fresh until you’re able to get to them.

Specialty Cycles & My Cycle

What it does: Allows you to browse additional wash cycles available in the Whirlpool™ app and download a cycle to the washer with the Download & Go™ option. You can also create and save your own customized cycles.

What it does for you: Takes the guesswork out of selecting the optimal washer settings for garments and household items that require specialized care.

Quiet Mode

What it does: Lets you turn off the tones and beeps coming from your washer.

What it does for you: Allows you to do laundry without disturbing anyone else in the household. Issue Alerts (Opt-In) What it does: Sends you a push notification if something has gone wrong. What it does for you: Gives you a heads-up, and provides guidance to fix simple issues through videos and step-by-step instructions. If the issue is more complex, you can e-mail or call our service center directly from the Whirlpool™ app.

SMART ABOUT ENERGY

Your Smart Washer can monitor and respond to changing energy demand levels on the power grid.

Smart Delay (Opt-In)

What it does: When energy demand is high, it gives you the option to delay starting a wash cycle until demand levels are lower.

What it does for you: You can feel good about giving a little back to the environment. Some consumers may even see a lower energy bill. If you need to begin a wash cycle immediately, you can override a Smart Delay. The washer will return to energy monitoring on the next cycle.

GET STARTED

Refer to the Quick Connect packet that came with your washer, or see the “Connectivity Setup” section on pages 9 and 10 of this Use & Care Guide and follow the instructions to get connected. Check the Whirlpool™ app frequently for additional information and features.

Wash Performance Features

Cleaning with Less Water

Traditional agitator-style washer

Low-water washer

The most visible difference in your new washer is the low-water washplate wash system. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size — no water level selector is needed.

For best performance, it is recommended to load items in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.

As the washer dampens and moves the load, the level of the items will settle in the basket. This is normal, and does not indicate that more items should be added. IMPORTANT: You will not see a washer basket full of water as with your past agitator-style washer. It is normal for some of the load to be above the water line.

Automatic Load Size Sensing

Once you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will begin the sensing process to determine the correct water level for the load. Initially the basket will start to spin prior to adding water; this is part of the sensing process and is normal. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to a traditional agitator-style washer.

Choosing the Right Detergent

Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked “HE” or “High Efficiency.” Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with a regular non-HE detergent. Using regular detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component failures and noticeable mold or mildew. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use and do not go over the Max line. See “Using Laundry Product Dispensers” for more information.

Improved Cleaning

Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. Rather than diluting detergent as done in an agitator-style washer, this washer delivers the detergent directly to the soils. This low water wash also allows the clothing to move in a more effective way to remove soils.

Normal Sounds You Can Expect

At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds and noises that are different from those of your previous washer. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of the cycle, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There will be different kinds of humming and whirring sounds as the washplate moves the load and as the basket is slowing down to stop. And sometimes, you may hear nothing at all, as the washer determines the correct water level for your load or allows time for clothes to soak.

Dispensers

A. Liquid fabric softener dispenser

Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the liquid fabric softener dispenser, if desired. It will dispense automatically at the optimum time.

• Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser.

B. High Efficiency “HE” detergent dispenser

Add liquid or powdered HE detergent product to this dispenser for your main wash cycle. Remove tray if using powder detergent.

IMPORTANT: Make sure tray is in drawer when using liquid detergent and removed when using powder detergent and do not go over the Max line.

NOTE: Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use.

C. TimedOxi dispenser

This dispenser holds up to 3/4 cup (180 mL) Oxi booster or other laundry booster, such as powdered or liquid color-safe bleach. Laundry boosters are automatically dispensed at the proper time during the wash cycle. Be sure to select Oxi from the Deep Clean options to ensure proper dispensing.

NOTE: Fill dispenser with only Oxi. Do not mix with bleach.

D. Liquid chlorine bleach dispenser

The bleach will be automatically diluted and dispensed at the optimum time during the wash cycle. This dispenser cannot dilute powdered bleach.

NOTE: Fill dispenser with liquid bleach only.

Control Panel

1.POWER BUTTON : Touch to turn the washer ON. Touching once while the washer is on will cancel the current cycle and turn the washer OFF.

2.WHAT TO WASH/HOW TO WASH

First select a setting from the “What to Wash” menu and then select a setting from the “How to Wash” menu to get the best combination cycle available for the type of items you are going to wash. See “Cycle Guide” for cycle details.

3.START/PAUSE BUTTON

Touch and hold the START/PAUSE button to begin the selected cycle; touch again to pause a cycle. The light above the Start/Pause button will be solidly lit in any running states. It turns off at the end of a cycle. It will flash when in a paused state or when waiting for you to touch Start/Pause after setting the washer for Remote Start mode.

4.ADD GARMENT : When Add Garment is lit, you may touch Start/Pause to pause the washer. Open the lid and add items, then touch and hold START/PAUSE to start the washer again. TIME/STATUS DISPLAY The Time/Status display shows the time required for the cycle to complete. Factors such as load size and water pressure may affect the time shown in the display. Tightly packed loads, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may cause the washer to adjust the cycle time as well. When the cycle is complete, the display will show END until the lid is opened.

5.CONNECT BUTTON

Touch CONNECT during the initial connection of the washer to your home Wi-Fi network. The Wi-Fi status indicator (6) will be lit when the washer is connected to the network. See “Connectivity Setup” section for details. If the washer is in a Smart Delay, touch CONNECT to override the delay and begin a wash cycle immediately.

DOWNLOAD & GO™ OPTION : Set a Specialty Cycle or My Cycle in the Whirlpool™ app and download it to your washer. The light above Download & Go™ will illuminate, indicating that the cycle has been received. Touch DOWNLOAD & GO to select the cycle for use. See “Using Your Washer — Smart Operation” for details.

REMOTE START : To start a washer cycle remotely from the Whirlpool™ app, touch and hold DOWNLOAD & GO for about 3 seconds. The Remote Start status indicator (6) and the indicator above the Start/Pause button (3) will begin blinking. Touch and hold START/PAUSE to set the mode. The indicator above Start/Pause will go out, and the Remote Start indicator will be solidly lit.

NOTE: Any interaction with the washer once a Remote Start has been set will cause the mode to cancel. See “Using Your Washer — Smart Operation” for details.

6.CONNECTIVITY STATUS INDICATORS :

Remote Start

Wi-Fi

Smart Delay

7.SMART GRID STATUS INDICATORS :

Blue : The BLUE indicator will be lit during times of OFF-PEAK energy demand. Wash cycles will begin without delay upon touch and hold of the Start/Pause button.

Amber : The AMBER indicator will be lit during times of PEAK energy demand. The washer will go into Smart Delay mode upon touch and hold of the Start/Pause button, and the Smart Delay indicator (6) will illuminate. When energy demand returns to OFF-PEAK levels, the AMBER indicator and Smart Delay indicator will go out, the BLUE indicator will illuminate, and the wash cycle will begin. If Whirlpool™ app service is momentarily unavailable, the Smart Grid status indicators will be OFF. Touching Connect will cause the BLUE indicator to blink for 2 seconds and then stay OFF.

8.OPTIONS : You may add or remove options for each cycle. Not all options can be used with all cycles, and some are preset to work with certain cycles.

END BEEP

Touch this button to turn the signal indicating the end of a wash cycle to low, medium, high, or off.

NOTE: You may also adjust the tones that sound when a feature, setting, or option is touched. Touch and hold END BEEP for about 3 seconds to turn key activation sounds to low, medium, high, or off.

DEEP CLEAN

Oxi

Select the Oxi option so that it is added to the load at the correct time.

Steam

The Steam Clean option adds additional soak and wash time to many cycles to help remove tough stains, as well as a steam boost for added cleaning power. Steam Clean uses a heater within the washer to maintain the selected temperature setting throughout the wash period. Steam Clean may be selected as an option with other cycles.

UTILITY TOOLS

Clean Washer

Use this every 30 washes to keep the inside of your washer fresh and clean. This cycle uses a higher water level. Use with affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. This cycle should not be interrupted. See “Washer Care.”

IMPORTANT: Do not place garments or other items in the washer during the Clean Washer cycle. Use this cycle with an empty wash tub.

Rinse & Spin

Combines a rinse and high speed spin for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle. Also use for loads that require rinsing only. If you want a Drain & Spin, select RINSE & SPIN and then deselect EXTRA RINSE.

EXTRA RINSE

This option can be used to automatically add a second rinse to most cycles.

PRESOAK

Use this option to add an extra soak period to any cycle to help loosen tough stains. The washer will fill and then pause to soak, and then begin the selected cycle.

9.CYCLE MODIFIERS

When you select a cycle, its default settings or the previous cycle selection will light up

TEMPERATURE

Temperature control 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 and following the garment label instructions, use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric.

• On some cycles, warm and hot water may be cooler than what your previous washer provided.

• Even for cold wash settings, some warm water may be added to the washer to maintain a minimum temperature.

SOIL LEVEL

Soil Level (wash time) is preset for each wash cycle. As you touch the Soil Level pad, the cycle time (minutes) will increase or decrease in the Time/Status display and a different wash time will appear. Select the most suitable setting for your load. For heavily soiled items, select Heavy Soil Level for more wash time. For lightly soiled items, select Light Soil Level for less wash time. Lighter soil level setting will help reduce tangling and wrinkling.

SPIN SPEED

This washer automatically selects the spin speed based on the cycle selected. The preset speeds can be changed. Not all spin speeds are available with all cycles.

• Faster spin speeds mean shorter dry times, but may increase wrinkling in your load.

• Slower spin speeds mean less wrinkling, but will leave your load more damp.

10.LID

The Lid Lock indicator lights up when the lid is locked and cannot be opened. If you need to open the lid, touch 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. It will be flashing during any unlocking process. Touch and hold START/PAUSE again to restart the cycle.

Connectivity Setup

IMPORTANT: Proper installation of your washer prior to use is your responsibility. Be sure to read and follow the Installation Instructions that came with your washer.

Automatic Setup Instructions – Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

You will need:

• A home wireless router capable of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). The router should be on and have a live Internet connection.

• The Smart Appliance ID (SAID) from your washer. This is located on a sticker under the washer lid.

1. Router setup

Press the WPS button on the router. An indicator light will begin blinking.

HELPFUL TIP: The WPS function on your router is active for 2 minutes. Complete the next step within that timeframe or you will need to reinitiate WPS.

2. Washer setup (time sensitive step)

Touch the POWER button (A) to turn on the washer, then touch the CONNECT button (B). The Wi-Fi status indicator (C) on the washer control panel will blink slowly while your washer and router attempt to connect. The Time/Status display (D) will show a “sensing animation”. This can take up to 2 minutes. If the connection is successful, the Wi-Fi status indicator will come on and remain lit.

If Your Washer Doesn’t Connect

If your washer and router fail to connect after 2 minutes, the Wi-Fi status indicator (C) will blink rapidly for 2 seconds and then turn off. Refer to the “Troubleshooting — Connectivity” section of this Use & Care Guide, check any connection instructions for your specific router, and refer to alternate instructions at web.

3. Download app

4. Account setup

Once installed, tap the Whirlpool™ app icon to run the app. You will be guided through the steps to set up a user account. The app will make sure to get the necessary personal and home information, as well as information about your energy company

Register your washer in your user account

Registering your washer in your account is a necessary step in order for you to take full advantage of the Smart Features. When prompted by the app, enter the Smart Appliance Identification Number (SAID) (case sensitive), which can be found on a sticker under the washer lid.

Cycle Guide

The Whirlpool® Cabrio® washer has a unique user interface to help you select the best cycle you need for your load. The “What to Wash” “How to Wash” layout guides you to the optimal cycle in two easy steps: First determine what items are in the load that you are trying to wash. Use that to guide your “What to Wash” selection. Then determine how you want the washer to wash them and select the appropriate “How to Wash” selection. See chart below for more details. See “Washer Overview — Connectivity Features” and “Using Your Washer — Smart Operation” to learn about downloading and using additional wash cycles from your Whirlpool™ app.

For best fabric care, choose the cycle that best fits the load being washed.

R - Recommended Cycle

a - Alternate Cycle Blank – Cycle is available but not optimal.

Using Your Washer

Basic Operation

1. Sort and prepare your laundry

• Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected 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 items if stains remain after washing; heat can set stains into fabric.

• Treat stains promptly.

• Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes. Remove non-washable trim and ornaments.

• Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to items during washing.

Helpful Tips:

• For best performance, use HE liquid detergent when washing bulky items.

• When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly.

• Use mesh bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.

• Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.

NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your items.

2. Add laundry products

Single-dose laundry packet, color-safe bleach, or fabric softener crystals can be added to the basket prior to adding laundry.

3. Load laundry into washer

For best performance, load items in loose heaps evenly around the washplate. Try mixing different sized items to reduce tangling.

Using Laundry Product Dispensers

4. Add HE detergent

Add a measured amount of HE detergent into detergent tray. This tray holds 3 oz. (89 mL). If adding powder HE detergent, remove inside tray. Do not overfill tray – adding too much detergent may cause detergent to be dispensed into the washer too early and affect performance.

5. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser

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.

6. Add liquid fabric softener or Oxi to dispenser

Pour a measured amount of liquid fabric softener or Oxi-type boosters into tray; always follow manufacturer’s directions for correct amount of fabric softener or Oxi based on your load size. Close dispenser drawer, then select Oxi option. Oxi is added during main wash and Fabric Softener is added during rinse.

7. Touch POWER to turn on washer

Make sure the dispenser drawer is closed completely, then touch POWER to turn on the washer.

8. Select type of load to wash

First select and touch a setting from the “What to Wash” menu and then select a setting from the “How to Wash” menu to get the best combination cycle available for the type of items you are going to wash. See “Cycle Guide” for cycle details. Not all settings are available on all cycles. The Time/Status display will light up with a cycle time. You may notice time adjusting during the cycle. This is normal.

9. Select cycle modifiers

Once you select a cycle, the default modifiers or the previously set modifiers for that cycle will be lit. Touch the cycle settings buttons to change the Soil Level, Spin Speed, and Temperature, if desired. Not all settings are available with all cycles. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your items. If not sure which temperature to use, refer to the chart below or select a cooler temperature.

Temperature suggestions

10. Select cycle options

Select any other cycle options you may wish to add, if not previously set. Some cycles will automatically add certain options such as Extra Rinse. These may be turned off, if desired.

11. Touch and hold START/PAUSE button to begin cycle

Touch and hold the START/PAUSE button for 3 seconds to start the wash cycle. When the cycle has finished, the end beep will sound (if set). The Whirlpool™ app will send a “Clothes Clean Notification” (if set). See “Using Your Washer — Smart Operation”.

Unlocking the lid to add items

If you need to open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed items: Touch the START/PAUSE button to pause the washer; the lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may take several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. Then close the lid and touch and hold the START/ PAUSE button again to restart the cycle.

12. Remove garments promptly after cycle is finished

Promptly remove items when cycle is done to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and avoid rusting of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. If you will be unable to remove the load promptly, you may remotely activate the Load Fresh option from the Whirlpool™ app. See “Using Your Washer — Smart Operation” on page 16.

Smart Operation

Download a Specialty Cycle or My Cycle

The Download & Go™ option lets you select and send a Specialty Cycle or My Cycle from the Whirlpool™ app directly to your washer. The indicator above Download & Go will illuminate. Touch DOWNLOAD & GO to select the cycle. The Time/Status display will show the estimated cycle time. Touch and hold the START/PAUSE button for 3 seconds as in Step 11 to start the wash cycle, or continue to set the washer for Remote Start.

HELPFUL TIP: The cycle will be remembered for future use until a different cycle is downloaded to the washer.

Set a Remote Start

Remote Start mode allows you to start your washer remotely from the Whirlpool™ app. After preparing your laundry load and selecting your cycle settings, touch and hold the DOWNLOAD & GO button for 3 seconds. The Remote Start status indicator and the indicator above the Start/Pause button will begin blinking. Touch and hold START/PAUSE to set the mode. The indicator above Start/Pause will go out, and the Remote Start indicator will be solidly lit. When a Remote Start command is received from the app, the washer will start the cycle, causing the indicator above Start/Pause to be lit (indicating running state). The Remote Start indicator will remain lit.

HELPFUL TIP: Make sure that your washer remains closed and the cycle is not adjusted until you start the cycle. Any interaction with the washer itself after a Remote Start has been set will cancel the Remote Start. If the washer needs to be paused to add garments, the Remote Start will need to be reinitiated.

Washer Maintenance

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: This washer does not include inlet hoses. See the Installation Instructions for more information.

WASHER CARE

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

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Always leave the washer lid open between uses to help dry out the washer and prevent the buildup of odor-causing residue.

Cleaning Your Top Loading Washer

Read these instructions completely before beginning the routine cleaning processes recommended below. This Washer Maintenance Procedure should be performed, at a minimum, once per month or every 30 wash cycles, whichever occurs sooner, to control the rate at which soils and detergent may otherwise accumulate in your washer.

Cleaning the Inside of the Washer

To keep your washer odor-free, follow the usage instructions provided above, and use this recommended monthly cleaning procedure:

Clean Washer Cycle

This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in combination with affresh® Washer Cleaner or liquid chlorine bleach to clean the inside of the washer.

Begin procedure

1. affresh® Washer Cleaner Cycle Procedure (Recommended for Best Performance):

a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.

b. Place an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet in the bottom of the washer basket.

c. Do not place an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet in the detergent dispenser.

d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer when following this procedure.

e. Close the washer lid.

f. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.

g. Touch and hold the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle. The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below

2. Chlorine Bleach Procedure (Alternative):

a. Open the washer lid and remove any clothing or items.

b. Add 1 cup (236 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. NOTE: Use of more liquid chlorine bleach than is recommended above could cause washer damage over time.

c. Close the washer lid.

d. Do not add any detergent or other chemical to the washer when following this procedure.

e. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.

f. Touch and hold the START/PAUSE button to begin the cycle. The Clean Washer Cycle Operation is described below.

Description of Clean Washer Cycle Operation:

1. This cycle will fill to a water level higher than in normal wash cycles to provide rinsing at a level above the water line for normal wash cycle.

2. During this cycle, there will be some agitation and spinning to increase the removal of soils. After this cycle is complete, leave the lid open to allow for better ventilation and drying of the washer interior.

Cleaning the Outside of the Washer

Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe away any spills. Use only mild soaps or cleaners when cleaning external washer surfaces

NON-USE AND VACATION CARE

If moving, or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these steps:

1. Unplug or disconnect power to washer.

2. Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due to water pressure surge.

CLEANING YOUR DISPENSER

You may find laundry product residue leftover in your dispenser drawer. To remove residue, follow this recommended cleaning procedure:

1. Pull drawer out until you feel resistance.

2. Push 2 tabs downward, and then continue pulling out.

3. Wash in warm, soapy water, using a mild detergent.

4. Rinse with warm water.

5. Air dry, or dry with a towel.

6. Then replace drawer back into slot. Make sure drawer is properly seated.

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 washer. If storing or moving during freezing weather, winterize your washer.

To winterize washer:

1. Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.

TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER

1. Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.

2. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.

3. Disconnect drain from drain system.

4. Unplug power cord.

5. Place inlet hoses inside washer basket.

6. Drape power cord and drain hose over the console and secure with masking tape.

7. Place foam packing ring from original shipping materials back inside washer. If you do not have packing ring, place heavy blankets or towels into basket opening. Close lid and place tape over lid and down front of washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in new location. Transport washer in the upright position.

REINSTALLING/USING WASHER AGAIN

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

1. Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and connect washer.

2. Before using again, run washer through the following recommended procedure:

To use washer again:

1. Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Turn on both water faucets.

2. Plug in washer or reconnect power.

3. Run washer through Bulky/Sheets and Deep Water Wash cycle to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only HE High Efficiency detergent. Use half the manufacturer’s recommended amount for a medium-size load.

Troubleshooting

Connectivity

Washer Operation

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