Whirlpool Cabrio WTW8800YW0 Specifications

L-80JOB AIDPart No. 8178582AUTOMATIC WASHERWITH 6TH SENSE™TECHNOLOGYCONSUMER CARE TECHNICALEDUCATION GROUP PRESENTSMODELS: WTW6400S & WTW6600S

1-6IMPELLER WASH PROGRAM / SELECTABILITYWTW 6400SD = Default Settingx = Selectable Settingo = Not Selectable

1-7WTW 6600SD = Default Settingx = Selectable Settingo = Not Selectable

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2-1INSTALLATION INFORMATIONINSTALLATION REQUIREMENTSTOOLS AND PARTS Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. The parts

2-2LOCATION REQUIREMENTSSelecting the proper location for your washer improves performance and minimizes noise and possible washer “walk.”The wash

2-3DRAIN SYSTEMThe washer can be installed using the stand-pipe drain system (floor or wall), the laundry tub drain system, or the floor drain

2-4Electrical Shock HazardPlug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.Do not remove ground prong.Do not use an adapter.Do not use an extension cord.Failure to

2-5INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSWARNINGExcessive Weight HazardUse two or more people to move and install washer.Failure to do so can result in back or oth

2-6REMOVE DRAIN HOSE FROM WASHER CABINETPull the corrugated drain hose out of the washer by first grabbing the pull tie. Continue to pull the h

2-7CONNECT THE INLET HOSES TO THE WASHER1. Attach the hot water hose to the inlet valve labeled hot.2. Attaching one hose coupling first ma

- ii -FORWARDThis Whirlpool Job Aid, “Cabrio™ Automatic Washer With 6th Sense™ Technology” (Part No.8178582), provides the In-Home Service Professiona

2-8LEVEL THE WASHEROne washer foot has been installed at a dif-ferent height on the washer. The other three feet were preset at the factory. Properly

2-9COMPLETE INSTALLATION1. Check the electrical requirements. Be sure that you have the correct electrical supply and the recommended grounding

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3-1PRODUCT OPERATIONTHEORY OF OPERATIONINTRODUCTIONThe Cabrio™ Automatic Washer represents a new design that differs from the traditional top load mac

3-2Lid Lock Mechanism—Since this washer does not utilize a brake, a lid lock is used to prevent access during the spin cycles. During the drain an

3-3WASHER USESTARTING THE WASHERThe following is a guide to starting the washer. Periodic references to other sections of this manual provide mo

3-43. Add color-safe bleach, (powdered or liq-uid) to this dispenser, if needed. Be sure to match powdered color-safe bleach with powdered detergent

3-5Do not overfill. The dispenser holds 3 oz. (94 mL), or a capful of fabric soft-ener.The fabric softener is dispensed in the final rinse.

3-6CHANGING MODIFIERS AND OPTIONS AFTER PRESSING STARTYou can change a Modifier or Option anytime before the selected Modifier or Option begins. You mus

3-7PRESET CYCLE SETTINGS BULKY ITEMSUse this cycle to wash large items such as comforters, sleeping bags and blankets. This cycle starts with

- iii -TABLE OF CONTENTSPageGENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-8DELICATE/HANDWASHUse this cycle to wash lightly soiled gar-ments indicating “Machine Washable Silks” or “Gentle” cycle on the care label

3-9TEMPERATURE GUIDEFor most loads, use the time recommended in the preset cycle settings.For heavy soil and sturdy fabrics, press Soil Level to selec

3-10DELAY WASHYou can use the Delay Wash feature to delay the start of a wash cycle for up to 10 hours (depending on your model).1. Load the w

3-11EXTRA RINSEAn extra rinse can be used to aid in the removal of detergent or bleach residue from garments. This option provides an additional rinse

3-12WASHER CARECLEANING YOUR WASHERWASHER MAINTENANCE PROCEDUREThis washer has a special cycle that uses higher water volumes in combination wi

3-13To winterize washer:1. Shut off both water faucets.2. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses.3. Put 1 qt (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in th

3-14TROUBLESHOOTINGWASHER AND COMPONENTS Washer displaying code messages“LF” (Washer is taking too long to fill) Check the following: Are the w

3-15 Noisy, vibrating, off-balanceIs the washer level? Does the washer rock when pushed against the corners? The washer must be level. The front an

3-16Did you select Deep Clean option and use a handwashing detergent? Regular or handwashing detergents are not recommended for this washer. Use only

3-17Is the washer overloaded? Wash smaller loads. See “Starting The Washer,” page 3-3 for maximum load size.Is there oversudsing? Cancel the cu

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3-18Is there excessive sudsing? Always measure detergent. Follow deter-gent manufacturer’s directions. If you have very soft water, you might nee

3-19 Load is wrinkled, twisted or tangledDid you unload the washer promptly? Unload the washer as soon as it stops.Did you use the right cycle for t

3-20 Garments damagedWere sharp items removed from pockets before washing? Empty pockets, zip zippers, snap or hook fasteners before washing t

4-1COMPONENT ACCESSCOMPONENT LOCATIONSThis section instructs you on how to service each component inside the Cabrio™ Automatic Washer With

4-2REMOVING THE ENCODER AND THE USER INTERFACE BOARDElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before op

4-3 User Interface Board8. To remove the encoder, lift the locking tab and turn the encoder to the left (coun-terclockwise) as far as it will go, th

4-4REMOVING THE WATER INLET/ DISPENSER VALVE ASSEMBLY, POWER SUPPLY CORD, ANDMACHINE/MOTOR CONTROL & PRESSURE TRANSDUCERElectrical Shock HazardDis

4-5g) Lower the cabinet top.h) Slide the power supply cord strain relief out of the housing and move it away from the valve assembly.i) Remove th

4-6REMOVING A DISPENSER, THE FRESH FILL INLET VALVE, AND THE LID LOCKElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and pa

4-7Continued on the next page.c) Raise the cabinet top (see step 3e on page 4-4 for the procedure).d) Loosen the clamp and disconnect the end of the

1-1GENERALWASHER SAFETYYour safety and the safety of others are very important.We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on y

4-8e) Disconnect the lid lock cable connector from the machine/motor control con-nector at P12.f) Pull the end of the lid lock cable from the con

4-9Electrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can result in death or e

4-10REMOVING THE BASKET, BASKET HUB, & LlNT FILTERElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before

4-115. To remove the lint filter, remove the two screws, and lift the filter from the tub. Lint Filter ScrewsNOTE: Clean the lint from the va

4-12REMOVING THE DRAIN AND RECIRCULATION PUMPSElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operatin

4-137. To remove the recirculation pump:a) Loosen the clamps and pull the recir-culation hoses off the pump. Note that there is a tab on the outlet c

4-14REMOVING THE DRIVE MOTOR & ROTOR POSITION SENSORElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before

4-1510. Disconnect the power connector from the stator terminals.11. Disconnect the wire standoff and edge connector from the rotor position s

4-16REMOVING THE TUBElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Replace all parts and panels before operating.Failure to do so can res

4-176. At the right rear corner of the washer, reach down and pull the pressure trans-ducer tube off the tank.7. Lower (do not latch) the t

1-2MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONSMODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBERSERIAL NUMBER C T 41 10200MANUFACTURING SITEC = Clyde, OHYEAR

4-18ACCESSING THE PRESSURE TRANSDUCER TUBING, RECIRCULATION TUBE, AND DRAIN PUMP HARNESSElectrical Shock HazardDisconnect power before servicing.Repla

5-1COMPONENT TESTINGBefore testing any of the components, perform the following checks:The most common cause for control failure is corrosion on conne

5-2DRAIN PUMPRefer to page 4-12 for the procedure for ac-cessing the drain pump.1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.2. Disconnect the wire conne

5-3Refer to page 4-6 for the procedure for ac-cessing the lid lock.1. Perform the Manual: Door Switch and Manual: Door Lid Lock test

5-4DRIVE MOTOR STATORRefer to page 4-14 for the procedure for ac-cessing the drive motor.1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.2. Disconnect the wi

6-1DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTINGDISPLAY FAULT / ERROR CODESDISPLAY(Saved Code)EXPLANATION AND RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE(F30)Long FillLF flashes when t

6-2(F81)Open/Close Door LidLid flashes when the following conditions occur:• User presses START with lid open.• User presses START after 2 conse

6-3If drain pump turns on when there is no water in tub,DISPLAY(Saved Code)EXPLANATION AND RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE(F40)ATC Thermistor Open/ShortF then 4

6-4DIAGNOSTIC GUIDEBefore servicing, check the following:Make sure there is power at the wall outlet.Has a household fuse blown or circuit break-er tr

6-5Two-DigitIndicatorMachine Function Recommended ProcedureC0Slow spin to 23 rpm.If no spin go to Manual: Motor,Spin.C1Warm water fills throughFresh a

1-3MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL &TECH SHEET LOCATIONSThe Model/Serial Number Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.Model/Serial Number

6-62. If done successfully, a single beep oc-curs and the two-digit display shows one of the following console ID#s: 06, 08, 12, 13, 14, 15, 1

6-7Press and release:2nd RINSE or EXTRA RINSEDoor locks, lid lock indicator turns on.Repeat Door unlocks, lid lock indicator turns off.••Manual: Door

6-85. Press buttons to verify function. Indica-tors will toggle on (or off) and beep tone will sound when buttons are pressed. NOTE: Pressing

6-9TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEPROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSE/TESTNOTE: Possible Cause/Test must be performed in the sequence shown for each problem.WON’T POWERUP(No

6-10TEST #2 Log ValveThis test checks the electrical connections to the valves, and the valves themselves.1. Check the relays and electrical connec

6-119. With an ohmmeter, check for continuity between all pins on the P10 machine/mo-tor control connector and the motor rotor position sensor

6-12TEST #5 Automatic Temperature ControlThis test checks the water inlet valves, the temperature sensor, and the machine/motor control.1.

6-13MotorConnectorStatorMotor RotorPosition Sensor(RPS)Motor cover removed to access RPS and motorconnector.Figure 2Drain Pump Recirculation PumpMotor

6-148. Select POWER • wash cycle NORMAL • START.9. Verify that the tub fills to the top of the impeller plate (impeller models), or t

6-154. Check the lid lock motor winding and switches by removing P12 from the ma-chine/motor control and checking the resistance values sh

1-4SPECIFICATIONSMODEL NUMBERS WTW6400SW WTW6600SW, G, B PRIMARY FEATURES CAPACITY (IEC) 4.5 CU FT 4.5 CU FT USABLE CAPACITY 18 LBS (8.16 KG) 18

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCESIN THE UNITED STATES:FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARANTY INFORMATION CALL:FOR TECHNICAL ASSI

1-5MODEL NUMBERS WTW6400SW WTW6600SW, G, BSECONDARY EOC OFF / SOFT / LOUD OFF / SOFT / LOUD TIME REMAINING YES YES TEMPS 5 - 4 ATC 5 - 4 ATC