Whirlpool WTW5800BC Owner's Manual

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USING YOUR WASHER
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, 
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
•  Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small  
object can pass under the washplate and become  
trapped, causing unexpected sounds.
•  Sort garments by recommended cycle, water  
temperature, and colorfastness. 
•  Separate heavily soiled garments from lightly soiled. 
•  Separate delicate garments from sturdy fabrics. 
•  Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing,  
because heat can set stains into fabric.
•  Treat stains promptly. 
•  Close zippers, fasten hooks, tie strings and sashes,  
and remove non-washable trim and ornaments.
•  Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage  
to garments during washing.
Helpful Tips:
 
•  When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load 
evenly. See “Cycle Guide” for tips and more information  
on using the Bulky Items cycle. 
•  Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when  
washing delicate or small items.
•  Turn knits inside out to avoid pilling. Separate lint-takers  
from lint-givers. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will 
pick up lint from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.
Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid 
damage to your garments.
1.
 
Sort and prepare your laundry
2.
    
Add laundry products
For best performance, load garments
in loose heaps evenly around the
washplate.Try mixing different sized  
garments to reduce tangling.
IMPORTANT: Garments need to move  
freely for best cleaning and to reduce wrinkling and tangling.
Single-dose laundry packet, color-safe bleach, Oxi-type
boosters, or fabric softener crystals can be added to the  
basket prior to adding laundry.
NOTE: Do not add clothes to washer basket prior to adding
laundry products. Always follow manufacturer’s instructions.
3.
 
Load laundry into washer