Whirlpool WFW560CHW Owners Manual - Page 6

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. Cool Down (on some models) At the end of a drying cycle, your load will go through a cool-down period. 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. 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® 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 the "Washer Care" section. 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. On some models: Touch and hold DRAIN & SPIN for 3 seconds to set a Dry Only cycle. 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. 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 Contol Lock symbol is displayed, the buttons are disabled. Touch and hold EXTRA RINSE for 3 seconds to enable the buttons. FanFresh® (on some models) hold 3 sec for This symbol will be displayed when the FanFresCh®ycle Signal 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 "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 Level setting. For lightly soiled and delicate fabrics, select the Light Soil Level setting. Lower soil level settings will help reduce tangling and wrinkling. 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 "Cycle Guide" for cycles that allow the Steam Clean option. You can also touch and hold STEAM CLEAN hCoofEAlodnxcrttt33irrvaoassltReeecLinctoohsncifesdoksorptotiotunhrontolFcdaaydnc3dlFersaseenigscenhxaftolrsarorninosher ootolfPfd.mre3oSsstoeackfor 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. Cycle time will vary based on load composition. For optimal dry performance and cycle time, load the drum no more than one-quarter full. The cycle will automatically terminate after a maximum 12-hour cycle time. 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: n Do not use dryer sheets. n Do not dry comforters 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. 6