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Style 1: With liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some models)
■Use only liquid fabric softener in this dispenser. Pour
measured liquid fabric softener into the dispenser. Softener is
added automatically during the rinse portion of the cycle.
Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with
warm water until liquid reaches the underside of the rim. See
max fill line arrows.
Style 2: Without liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some
models)
■In the final rinse only, add fabric softener that has been
diluted with ½ to 1 cup (125 to 250 mL) warm water.
5. Close the washer lid. Washer will not agitate or spin with the lid
open.
6.
Turn the LOAD SIZE or WATER LEVEL selector to the correct
setting for your wash load and the type of fabric being washed.
■You may change the load size or water level selection after
the washer has started filling by turning the selector to a
different setting.
■On models with a variable Load Size or Water Level control,
you should turn the knob to RESET, then to desired setting.
7. Select a Wash Temperature based on the type of fabric and soil
being washed. Use the warmest wash water safe for the fabric.
Follow garment label instructions.
The Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) (on some models)
electronically senses and maintains a uniform water temperature
by regulating incoming hot and cold water.
■Even in Cool wash, some warm water is let into the washer
to maintain a minimum temperature of approximately 70ºF
(21ºC).

Temperature Guide

Wash Temp Suggested Fabrics
Hot Whites and pastels
Durable garments
Heavy soils
Warm Bright colors
Moderate to light soils
Cool Colors that bleed or fade
Light soils
Cold Dark colors that bleed or fade
Light soils

NOTE: In wash water temperatures colder than 60°F (15.6°C),
detergents do not dissolve well. Soils can be difficult to remove.
Some fabrics can retain wear wrinkles and have increased pilling
(the formation of small lint-like balls on the surface of garments).
8. You can customize your wash by adding rinse Options to your
cycle selections. This knob has settings for:
■Extra Rinse - Selecting this option provides a second rinse.
An Extra Rinse can be added to any wash cycle.
■Cycle Signal - A tone will sound at the end of the cycle. The
sound level cannot be adjusted.
■Extra Rinse & Cycle Signal - This option combines both a
Extra Rinse and a Cycle Signal at the end of the wash cycle.
9. The Sensi-Care™ System (on some models) is an integrated set of
controls which work together to provide optimal wash
temperatures, agitation times, and agitation/spin speeds based
on the Fabric Select setting. The controls provide higher wash
temperatures for more aggressive, heavy-duty cycles
and slightly
lower temperatures on cycles for delicate and hand wash items,
to provide better fabric care.
The timer knob allows you to
decrease agitation time for light soils and increase agitation time
for heavy soils.
10. Push in the Timer knob and turn it clockwise to the wash cycle
you want. Reduce the wash time when using a small water level
setting. Pull out the Timer knob to start the washer.
To stop or restart your washer:
■To stop the washer at any time, push in the Timer knob.
■To restart the washer, close the lid (if open) and pull out the
Timer knob.
WASH ER CAR E

Cleaning Your Washer

Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills such as
detergent or bleach from the outside of your washer.
Clean your washer interior by mixing 1 cup (250 mL) of chlorine
bleach and enough detergent to equal twice the manufacturer’s
recommended amount for a normal wash load. Pour this mixture
into your washer and run it through a complete cycle using hot
water. Repeat this process if necessary.
Remove any hard water deposits using only cleaners labeled as
washer safe.
Cleaning the liquid fabric softener dispenser (on some models):
1. Remove dispenser by grasping top with both hands and
squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.
2. Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it.
NOTE: Some models are equipped with a liquid fabric softener
dispenser. To avoid damage to the washer or clothing, do not wash
clothes with the liquid fabric softener dispenser removed or add
detergent or bleach to this dispenser; it is for liquid fabric softener
only.

Water Inlet Hoses

This washer does not include water inlet hoses. A list of hoses
available for separate purchase from Whirlpool Corporation is
provided on the first page of this user instructions.
Replace water inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of
hose failure. Periodically inspect and replace water inlet hoses if
bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found.
When replacing your water inlet hoses, mark the date of
replacement on the label with a permanent marker.