Whirlpool WFC682CLW Quick Start Manual

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.
Button Descriptions
1. POWER BUTTON
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. Note that by default every cycle has been set up to run as a
"WASH & DRY" 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.
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
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
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 DRY ONLY for 3 seconds to enable the buttons.
FanFresh ®
This symbol will be displayed when the
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FanFresh option is activated. The fan will turn
on and the load will tumble periodically for up to
12 hours, after the cycle is complete.
End
Once the cycle is complete, "End" will display. Remove the load
promptly for best results.
W11475199B
All-in-One Washer & Dryer Quick Start Guide
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. Note that your machine is set up
by default to use the Load & Go
dispenser at the bottom, but you can also
use the single dose dispenser in the top
left instead.
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
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. Press and hold the SPIN and SOIL buttons to
reset factory default settings. 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
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
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.
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, warranty, 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:
1–866–698–2538
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692
IMPORTANT: Retain this guide for future use.
Designed to use only HE High Efficiency detergents.
Steam Clean
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, in the wash cycle. 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.
WASH & DRY (on some models)
Use this option when you wish to wash & dry your clothes. By default,
this option is turned on for every cycle and you can turn it off to run the
cycle as a wash only. For optimal drying results, do not load clothes
more than half full. Since this unit uses a ventless drying technology,
expect longer dry times compared to a vented dryer.
Dry Only
Touch to run a dry only cycle on wet or damp loads. Dry Only has an
initial high-speed spin followed by intermittent tumbling. The cycle will
automatically end when the load is dry. This option behaves like a
"HOW to wash" selection. Hence, when using this option, only "WHAT
to wash" will be selectable. In case you want to switch to a wash only
or a WASH & DRY mode, make sure to first choose a different "HOW"
selection.
NOTE: Cycle time will vary based on load composition. For optimal dry
performance and cycle time, load the drum no more than half full.
Since this unit uses a ventless drying technology, expect longer dry
times compared to a vented dryer.
You can also touch and hold WASH & DRY for 3 seconds to activate/
deactivate the FanFresh
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.
LOAD & GO™
® Washer
When this option is turned on, the machine will automatically dispense
detergent from the containers at the bottom of the machine. Be
default, this option is turned on for every cycle and you can turn it off if
you wish to use the single dose detergent dispenser.
IMPORTANT: When using the dispenser container 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.
PreSoak (on some models)
Touch and hold LOAD & GO™ for 3 seconds to enable the PreSoak
option that will add a 30 minute presoak to any wash cycle.
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option. Use the FanFresh option if you will