Whirlpool WTW4955H Owners Manual - Page 3

What's Under the Lid Lid Lock T o allow for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on. When this light is lit, the lid is locked and cannot be opened without pausing the cycle. When this light is blinking, the washer is paused. When this light is off, the lid can be opened. After the cycle has started, the washer will fill to the appropriate water level. On select cycles, agitation will occur while the basket is filling with water. This is normal. When the washer is done filling, it will begin the wash phase. If you need to open the lid to add a garment after this point, the lid will remain unlocked during the entire agitation portion of the wash phase. The cycle will automatically pause when the lid is opened, and the cycle will resume once the lid is closed. The lid will lock before the spin phase begins. If you need to pause or stop after this point, you must press the START/PAUSE/ CANCEL button and wait for the lid to unlock. The lid will only unlock after washer movement has stopped. Depending on when in the cycle you try to pause, it may take from several seconds to several minutes for the lid to unlock. Press START/ PAUSE/CANCEL to resume the cycle. Sensing This washer automatically senses the load size for most cycles, and chooses an appropriate water level according to the load size detected. This washer also performs a series of spins to check for load balance. During this time, a series of clicks and a whirring noise signal that sensing technology is determining if there is an off-balance load. Water Level Options Set the Water Level knob to the Auto Sensing setting and the washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size. Set the Water Level knob to the Deep Water Wash setting and the washer automatically adds more water to any cycle at any time during the wash process. Spray Rinse Select cycles default to a spray rinse. During these cycles, you will hear water enter the washer as the tub spins, allowing the rinse water to penetrate clothes. Check the "Cycle Guide" for details. Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. The package will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Using non-HE detergent will likely result in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. It may also result in component malfunction and, over time, buildup of mold or mildew. HE detergents should be low-sudsing and quick-dispersing to produce the right amount of suds for the best performance. They should hold soil in suspension so it is not redeposited onto clean clothes. Not all detergents labeled as High Efficiency are identical in formulation and their ability to reduce suds. For example, natural, organic, or homemade HE detergents may generate a high level of suds. Always follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to use. Use only High Efficiency (HE) detergent. Normal Sounds You Can Expect At different stages of the wash cycle, you may hear sounds and noises that are different from those of your previous washer. For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of the spin phase, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. There will be different kinds of humming sounds as the HE agitator tests for load balance or moves the load. And sometimes, you may hear nothing at all, as the washer determines the correct water level for your load or allows time for clothes to soak. IMPORTANT: ■■ The lid must be closed before the washer basket fills with water and for the wash cycle to start. If the lid is opened, the cycle pauses and all filling/agitation motion halts. Once the lid is closed, the cycle automatically resumes. However, if the Start/Pause/ Cancel button is pressed prior to opening the lid, the lid must be closed and the Start/Pause/Cancel button pressed again to resume the cycle. ■■ Rinse option must be set to Auto with Extra Rinse, Deep Water Rinse, or Deep Water with Extra Rinse when using fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser. This ensures that fabric softener is added at the correct time in the rinse phase and is evenly distributed. 3