Troubleshooting – Whirlpool WFW86HEBW Manuel d'utilisation

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Not using correct cycle for fabric type.

Use a higher soil level setting and warmer wash temperature

to improve cleaning.

If using Quick Wash cycle, wash only a few items.

Use Whites and Heavy Duty cycle for tough cleaning.

Add an extra rinse for heavily soiled loads.

If you experience

Possible Causes

Solution

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website at www.whirlpool.com/product_help –

In Canada www.whirlpool.ca for assistance and to possibly avoid a service call.

Washer not performing as expected (cont.)

Empty pockets, zip zippers, and snap or hook fasteners before

washing to avoid snags and tears.

Sharp items were in pockets during

wash cycle.

Strings and straps could have tangled.
Items may have been damaged before

washing.

Mend rips and broken threads in seams before washing.

Fabric damage can occur if washer is

tightly packed.

Liquid chlorine bleach may have been

added incorrectly.

Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Wipe up

bleach spills.

Undiluted bleach will damage fabrics. Do not use more than

recommended by manufacturer.

Avoid tightly packing the washer. Load with dry items only.

Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed.

Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is started.

Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.

Fabric Damage

The transfer of dye can occur when mixing whites and colors in

a load. Sort dark clothes from whites and lights.

Use hot or warm temperatures if safe for the load. Make sure

your hot water system is adequate to provide a hot water wash.

Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or

hard water.

Load not sorted properly.

Gray whites, dingy

colors

Wash temperatures too low.

Not enough detergent used,

or hard water.

Monthly maintenance not done as

recommended.

Run the Clean Washer cycle with affresh

®

cleaner monthly.

See “Washer Care” in “Washer Maintenance.”

Unload washer as soon as cycle is complete. Use the

TumbleFresh

option if load cannot be removed immediately

after the wash is complete.

Use only HE detergent. Be sure to measure correctly. Always

follow the manufacturer’s directions.

See “Washer Care” section.

This washer has a tight seal to avoid water leaks. To avoid

odors, leave the door open to allow the washer to dry

between uses.

Odors

Not using HE detergent or using too

much HE detergent.

Door not left open after use.

Not washing like colors together.

Wash like colors together and remove promptly after the cycle is

complete to avoid dye transfer.

Use more detergent for washing heavy soils in cold or

hard water.

Not enough detergent used,

or hard water.

Not cleaning or

removing stains (cont.)

Not using dispensers.

Use dispensers to avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softener

staining.

Load dispensers before starting a cycle.

Avoid overfilling.

Do not add products directly to load.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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