Whirlpool WTW5000DW Owner's Manual

Operate your washer only when you are home. If moving, 

or not using your washer for a period of time, follow these 

steps:
1.  Unplug or disconnect power to washer.
2.  Turn off water supply to washer, to avoid flooding due  

to water pressure surge.

 To avoid damage, install and store washer 

where it will not freeze. Because some water may stay in 

hoses, freezing can damage washer. If storing or moving 

during freezing weather, winterize your washer.
To winterize washer:
1.  Shut off both water faucets; disconnect and drain water     

inlet hoses.

2.  Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in basket and run 

washer on RINSE & SPIN cycle for about 30 seconds  

to mix antifreeze and remaining water.

3.  Unplug washer or disconnect power.

2.  Plug in washer or reconnect power. 
3.  Run washer through BULKY ITEMS/SHEETS cycle to 

clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Use only 

HE High Efficiency detergent. Use 1/2 the manufacturer’s 

recommended amount for a medium-size load.

1.  Shut off both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water     

inlet hoses.

2.  If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow     

WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving.

3.  Disconnect drain hose from drain system and drain any 

remaining water into a pan or bucket. Disconnect drain 

hose from back of washer.

4.  Unplug power cord.
5.  Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer basket.
6.  Drape power cord over edge and into washer basket.
7.  Place packing tray from original shipping materials 

back inside washer. If you do not have packing tray,     

place heavy blankets or towels into basket opening.     

Close lid and place tape over lid and down front of      

washer. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in new 

location. Transport washer in upright position.

To reinstall washer after non-use, vacation, winter storage, 

or moving:
1.  Refer to Installation Instructions to locate, level, and 

connect washer.

2.  Before using again, run washer through the following  

recommended procedure:

To use washer again:
1.  Flush water pipes and hoses. Reconnect water inlet 

hoses. Turn on both water faucets.