AUTOMATIC WASHER WITHCALYPSO TM WASH MOTION Use&Care Guide For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service call: 1-800-253-1301 In Canada, for assistance call: 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.com/canada Table of Contents ......................................
TABLEOFCONTF2 S WASHER SAFETY ...................................................................... 3 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ............................................. Tools and Parts ............................................................................ Alternate Parts You May Need .................................................... Location Requirements ................................................................ Drain System ............................................................
WASHERSAFETY 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 symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or Thissafety is themessages safety alertwillsymbol. "WARNING.
INSTAILATION REQUIREMENTS Alternate Parts YouMayNeed Your installation Service." %ols and Parts Assemble the necessary tools and supplies before beginning the washer installation. The parts supplied are in the washer basket. Do not put the styrofoam back into the washer. If You Have You Will Need to Buy Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96 in, (2.4 m) Sump pump system (if not already available) Overhead sewer Standard 20 gal (76 L) 39 in.
Recessed area or closet installation The dimensions shown are for the recommended spacing allowed, except the closet door ventilation openings. The dimensions shown for the closet door ventilation openings are the minimum required. The top of the standpipe must be at least 39 in. (99 cm) high and no higher than 96 in. (2.4 m) from the bottom of the washer. {483o_] JL 24 "z (155 cmt)_ 1 2 (76_) '0"-H.-: 0c_ 2_"-_l,_ .
Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. INSTAILATION INSTRUCTIONS Do not have a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit. 1. 2. 3. 4. 3 prong grounding plug 3 prong grounding-type wall receptacle Grounding prong Power supply cord GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS For a grounded, cord-connected washer: This washer must be grounded.
Connect the Drain Hose Connect the Inlet Hoses Proper connection of the drain hose protects your floors from damage due to water leakage. Carefully read and follow these instructions. The drain hose is connected of the washer cabinet. 1. Insert a new flat washer (supplied) into each end of the inlet hoses. Firmly seat the washers in the couplings.
Check for leaks 8. Turn on the water faucets and check for leaks. A small amount of water might enter the washer. You will drain this later. NOTE: Replace inlet hoses after 5 years of use to reduce the risk of hose failure. Record hose installation or replacement dates for future reference. If the washer is against a wall, move the washer out slightly before tipping back. If the washer is not level, prop up the front of the washer with the wood block and adjust the feet up or down as necessary.
FEATURESANDBENEFITS Your new washer works differently than most washers that you are accustomed to. The most striking difference is the washer does not have an agitator. It uses the innovative CALYPSO TM Wash Motion. The Wash Plate, at the bottom of the basket, creates a motion that lifts, rolls and bounces your wash load through a mixture of water ahd detergent that is continuously reapplied to the load to force out stains and soils.
WASHERUSE HeaW _ O_,ks _ _ _ e u_a_/ C_l_t wa,m Q warm _sured lunni O_ e_HH _ ' Status 2. Sta mg our Washt r Pour measured powdered or Liquid detergent into the detergent dispenser. For best performance use with High Efficiency detergents. The package for this type of detergent will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." The new wash action of CALYPSO TM along with less water, could create too much sudsing with a regular detergent.
4. Pour measured liquid fabric softener into the fabric softener dispenser, if desired. • For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, use more wash time. • For light soil and delicate fabrics, use less wash time. Whitest Whites This cycle introduces liquid chlorine bleach to the load at the proper time for improved whitening of your heavily soiled white fabrics. Use this cycle to get medium speed wash action and high speed final spin. For maximum soil and stain removal, liquid chlorine bleach must be used.
Preset Cycle Settings For ease of use, preset cycle settings provide the recommended fabric care settings for each cycle. • The CALYPSO TM Wash Motion features five wash speeds in combination with low-speed spin sprays for a variety of fabric care needs. To use the preset cycle settings: 1. Select the cycle you want by preesLng one of the pads under CYCLES. The preset cycle settings will be displayed (see chart below).
Soak • Assured Water Temp ensures consistent Use this option for set-in stains and soil that need extra time for removal. Soaking in this washer is different than in a conventional washer. The washer sprays the load with water and detergent for 4 minutes at extra low spin speed followed by a brief period of wash action at the speed of the selected cycle. Then another 4 minutes of spraying and extra low spinning occurs. The wash action then pauses for the detergent to work on the soils.
Operating Controls Start Loading Press START to start your washer after a cycle has been selected. Be sure all desired Options have been selected. The lid must be closed for the washer to start. Loading suggestions Super Capacity (maximum size loads). Plus Washers 2 sweatpants 2 sweatshirfs Stop/Cancel Heavy Work Clothes 4 jeans 4 workpants 4 workshirts Press STOP/CANCEL once to pause or stop the washer at any time. Press START to complete the cycle from where it was stopped.
• "CA" or "Cl" (Current Limit) Is the washer overloaded? Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display. To use washer again: 1. Flush water pipes and hoses. • 2. 3. Reconnect water inlet hoses, Turn on both water faucets. "Or" (Open Relay) Washer operation failure. Call for service. • "Sr" (Stuck Relay) Washer operation failure. Call for service. 4. 5. Plug in washer or reconnect power. Run the washer through the Normal cycle with 1 scoop or cap full of detergent to clean out antifreeze. 4.
• Did you add more items to the load once the washer started? Once the load is wet, there may appear to be space for more items. For best results determine load size with dry items only. Washer won't Washer leaks Check the following: Are the fill hoses tight? Are the fill hose washers propedy seated? Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? (See "Installation Instructions.") drain or spin Is the drain hose clogged, or the end of the drain hose more than 96 inches (2.4 m) above the floor?.
Is your water colder than 70°F (21°C)? Wash water colder than 7O°F (21 °C) may not completely dissolve the detergent. Are you using a gentle wash cycle? Consider using liquid detergent for slow speed cycles like Bulky Items, Hand Wash, Wool. Load is tangled or twisted • Gray whites, dingy colors Stains on load • Did you add detergent to the dispenser? For best results, use the dispenser to dissolve the detergent.
LIDINSTRUCTIONS These instructions \ For fabric blends and all garments indicating "gentle" cycle on the care label. Keeps colored items like golf shirts, cottons sweaters and wrinkle-resistant clothes looking new and uses a slower spin to prevent wrinkles from setting. WOOL For many washable items normally dry cleaned. Gently cleans items such as wool sweaters and silk blouses. HAND WASH For garments indicating "hand wash" on the care label. Gently cleans fine washables like fingerie and sweaters.
ASSISTANCE ORSERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check "Troubleshooting." it may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request. If you need replacement parts If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use FSP ®factory specified parts.
WHIRLPOOL®WASHERWARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this washer is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP ® replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.