Quick Reference Sheet

W11355381A
W11355377A-SP
Front Load Washer Quick Start Guide
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.
Step 1. Add HE Detergent
NOTE: See the “Adding Laundry
Products” section in your Owner's
Manual for more information on
adding HE detergent, fabric
softener, and/or bleach.
Step 2. Load Clothes
Add load loosely. Items need to
move freely for best cleaning.
Step 3. Turn Power
On
Step 4. Close Door; then Select
Cycle and Settings
Step 5. Press Start/
Pause
Cycle Guide – Normal Cycle
Settings and options shown in bold are default settings for that wash cycle. For best fabric care, choose the cycle,
options, and settings that best fit the load being washed. Always read and follow fabric care labels and laundry
product instructions. Avoid tightly packing the washer. The washer will not rinse well or spin correctly if tightly
packed. Not all settings are available with each cycle, and some options cannot be used together. Not all options are
available on all models.
Items to Wash: Cycle: Temperature: Description:
Cottons, linens, and
mixed-garment loads
Normal Hot
Very Warm
Warm
Cool
Cold
This cycle runs on a Warm temperature and
Fast spin speed for a Normal soil level.
Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instruction 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:
1–800–253–1301
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692
Canada:
1–800–807–6777
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200–6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
Button Descriptions
1. POWER/CANCEL
Select to turn the washer on and off. Select to stop/cancel a cycle at any time.
2. WHAT TO WASH/HOW TO WASH
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 make the appropriate
“How to Wash” selection. See online “Cycle Guide” for cycle details. If you do not make a “How to
Wash” selection, the washer will automatically select the recommended or last-used “How to Wash”
cycle.
3. START/PAUSE
Touch and hold for 3 seconds until the light above Start/Pause comes on to start a cycle, or touch once
while a cycle is in process to pause it.
4. CYCLE STATUS
The Cycle Status display shows the progress of a cycle. At each stage of the process, you may notice
sounds or pauses that are different from traditional washers.
Estimated Time Remaining
The Estimated Time Remaining shows the time required for the cycle to complete. Factors such as load
size, modifiers, options selected, and water pressure may affect the time shown in the display. Tightly
packed loads, unbalanced loads, or excessive suds may cause the washer to lengthen the cycle time
as well.
Designed to use only HE High
Efficiency detergents.
Sensing
When Start/Pause is touched, the washer will chime, indicating it is starting.
The drum will make a partial turn. The door will click when it locks.
Once the door has locked, the washer will begin spinning to sense the load
size. This sensing process will continue throughout the cycle.
After the load size is sensed, the estimated time based on load size will be
displayed and water will be added. You may hear water flowing through the
dispenser, adding detergent to the load. The actual cycle time may be
lengthened; however, the display will continue to show the estimated time.
Washing
During the wash cycle, this will display to let you know the cycle is in progress.
Drying (on some models)
During a drying cycle, this will display to let you know the drying cycle is in
progress.
PreSoak
This symbol will be displayed to let you know a
presoak is in progress.
Detergent Low (on some models)
When detergent in the bulk dispenser is running low, the display will show the
detergent level (Low).
Add Garment
When “Add Garment” is displayed, you may pause the washer, open the door,
and add items. Touch and hold Start/Pause to start the washer again.
Door Locked
The Door Locked symbol will display to indicate that
the door is locked and cannot be opened without first
pausing or canceling the cycle.
Control Lock
When the Control Lock symbol is displayed, the
buttons are disabled. Touch and hold Extra Rinse for 3
seconds to enable the buttons.
FanFresh
®
(on some models)
This symbol will be displayed when the FanFresh
®
option is activated. The fan will turn on and the load
will tumble periodically for up to 12 hours.
End
Once the cycle is complete, “End” will display. Remove the load promptly for
best results.
5. CYCLE MODIFIERS
When you select a cycle, its default settings will light up. Touch to adjust cycle modifiers
on the washer before touching Start/Pause. Additional wash modifiers or options selected
after touching Start/Pause may not activate.
Once a wash setting is selected, it is saved for the cycle selected. To return to factory
default cycle settings, unplug washer for 30 seconds; then plug back in. See online “Cycle
Guide” for default cycle settings.
NOTE: Some modifiers may increase or decrease the estimated time remaining.
Temp
The recommended wash temperature is preset for each cycle. Some preset temperatures
can be changed. You may select a different wash temperature based on the level of soil
and type of fabric being washed. For best results, use the warmest wash water safe for
your fabric, following the garment label instructions. All wash temperatures feature a cold
rinse.
Spin
The recommended spin speed is preset for each cycle. Some preset speeds can be
changed.
� Faster spin speeds mean shorter dry times, but may increase wrinkling in your load.
� Slower spin speeds reduce wrinkling, but will leave your load more damp.
Soil
The recommended soil level is preset for each cycle. Some preset soil levels can be
changed. For heavily soiled and sturdy fabrics, select the Heavy Soil setting. For lightly
soiled and delicate fabrics, select the Light Soil setting. Lower soil level settings will help
reduce tangling and wrinkling.
6. UTILITY CYCLES
Clean Washer with affresh
®
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 tablets or liquid chlorine
bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer. When using this cycle, the drum
should be empty. This cycle should not be interrupted. See “Washer Care” in the “Washer
Maintenance and Care” section of your Owner’s Manual.
Drain & Spin
This cycle removes excess water from the load or special-care items washed by hand.
Use this cycle after a power failure. For some fabrics, you may choose to set a slower spin
speed.
7. CYCLE 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. Options vary by model.
Steam Clean (on some models)
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. An integrated heater helps to maintain optimal wash
temperatures. See online “Cycle Guide” for cycles that allow the Steam
Clean option.
You can also touch and hold Steam Clean for 3 seconds to turn cycle
signals on or off.
Extra Rinse
Activate this option to add an extra rinse to most cycles. You can also
touch and hold Extra Rinse for 3 seconds to disable/enable the Control
Lock.
Wash & Dry (on some models)
Touch to add a drying cycle to your load after the wash cycle has
finished. The Wash & Dry option is designed to wash and dry small
loads overnight. This option is designed for 2–4 lightly soiled synthetic
garments, athletic uniforms, or workout wear. This option has an extra-
high-speed spin followed by intermittent tumbling and fan activation to
circulate air through the clothes.
You can also touch and hold Wash & Dry for 3 seconds to activate/
deactivate the FanFresh
®
option. Use the FanFresh
®
option if you will
be unable to remove the load promptly. The washer will automatically
activate the fan after the cycle ends and tumble the load periodically for
up to 12 hours.
IMPORTANT:
� Do not use dryer sheets.
� Do not dry comforters, towels, or large blankets.
Load & Go
™ (on some models)
Touch to select this option If you want to automatically add HE detergent
to the wash load at the proper time.
IMPORTANT: When using the dispenser cartridge with concentrated
liquid detergent, be sure to change the detergent concentration settings
in the control if the detergent used is different than factory preset of 2x
concentration. Change the detergent concentration setting by touching
and holding Temp and Soil for 3 seconds.
You can also touch and hold Load & Go
™ for 3 seconds to set a
presoak.
PreSoak (on some models)
Touch to add a presoak time of your choice to a wash cycle.