Whirlpool Washer W10235934A User Manual

1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from 

the washer. 

2. Inspect the colored seal/bellow between the door opening 

and the basket for stained areas. Pull back the seal/bellow to 
inspect all areas under the seal/bellow and to check for 
foreign objects.

 

3. If stained areas are found, wipe down these areas of the seal/

bellow, using the procedure that follows.
a) Mix a dilute solution, using ¾ cup (177 mL) of liquid 

chlorine bleach, and 1 gal. (3.8 L) of warm tap water.

b) Wipe the seal/bellow area with the dilute solution, using a 

damp cloth.

c) Let stand 5 minutes.
d) Wipe down area thoroughly with a dry cloth and let the 

washer interior air dry with door open.

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Wear rubber gloves when cleaning for prolonged periods.

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Refer to the bleach manufacturer’s instructions for proper use.

This washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in 
combination with AFFRESH™ washer cleaner or liquid chlorine 
bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of the washer.
NOTES: 

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Read these instructions completely before beginning the 
cleaning process.

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If necessary, the cleaning cycle may be interrupted by 
pressing the PAUSE/CANCEL button twice. However, this will 
not immediately stop the cycle. The machine will continue 
with several rinse and drain steps to ensure that all remaining 
bleach is rinsed from the washer.

1. Open the washer door and remove any clothing or items from 

the washer. 

 

Add one AFFRESH™ washer cleaner tablet to the washer 
drum.

3. Open the dispenser drawer and immediately add 

2

/

3

 cup 

(160 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach to the bleach compartment. 
NOTE: Do not add any detergent to this cycle. Use of more 
than 

2

/

3

 cup (160 mL) of bleach will cause product damage 

over time.  

4. Close the washer door and dispenser drawer.
5. Select the CLEAN WASHER cycle.
6. Press START.

NOTE: The basket will rotate, then the door will unlock, lock 
again, and then the cycle will continue.

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The machine will not fill, but the basket will rotate while the 
washer runs a short sensing cycle. This will take 
approximately 3 minutes.

7. The cycle will determine whether clothing or other items are in 

the washer.  

8. Once the cycle has begun, allow the cycle to complete. 
9. After the cycle is complete, leave the door open slightly, to 

allow for better ventilation and drying of washer interior.

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Use only HE High Efficiency detergent.

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Leave the door slightly open after each cycle to allow for 
better ventilation and drying of washer interior.

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Repeat the cleaning procedure monthly, using 

2

/

3

 cup 

(160 mL) of liquid chlorine bleach.

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If the procedure does not sufficiently improve the machine 
freshness, please evaluate your installation and usage 
conditions for other causes.

Use a soft damp cloth or sponge to wipe up any spills. 
Occasionally wipe the outside of your washer to keep it looking 
new. Use mild soap and water. Do not use abrasive products.

The dispenser drawer is removable for easy cleaning.
1. Unlock the dispenser drawer by pressing the Release Lever. 

See “Using the Dispenser.” Remove the drawer.

2. Remove the inserts (the siphon from the softener and bleach 

compartments).

3. Wash the parts under running water.

NOTE: Do not wash components in the dishwasher.

4. Replace the inserts and return the dispenser to the drawer.

If no items are detected in the washer, it will proceed to 
Step 8.
NOTE: Some models have available the option to display 
failure codes.
If any items are detected in the washer, “rL” or “F-34” will 
be displayed, or the Soak/Prewash and Cycle Complete 
status lights will remain lit. Then the door will unlock. 
Remove clothing or items in the washer.

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Press PAUSE/CANCEL to cancel the failure code. 
Then repeat steps 1, 2, and 6 to start the cycle again.