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Whirlpool - 3.8 Cu. Ft. High Efficiency Top Load Washer with 360 Wash Agitator - White

Model: WTW4955HW
SKU: 6203946
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  • Key Specs
    • Color Finish: White
    • Product Height: 44 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 27 1/2 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 27 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Height With Door Open: 52 inches (Measurement from the bottom of the product to its top, with lid fully open.)
    • Capacity: 3.8 cubic feet
    • High-Efficiency: true (Washers with this label feature technology meant to use less water. High Efficiency (HE) washers may also be larger in capacity. Using High Efficiency (HE) detergent in these washers is highly recommended as they are designed to be quick-dispersing and operate in low water conditions by producing less suds, requiring less detergent. Not using the recommended detergent can lead to additional rinse cycles and increased water usage.)
    • Steam Function: false (In washers, this feature may be employed before, during, or after the main wash cycle. Steam aids in stain removal, activating detergent, sanitizing, and softening wrinkles. In dryers, this feature can be used to remove wrinkles or quickly freshen clothing items.)
    • Washing Mechanism: Agitator (There are two washing mechanisms to choose from in today's washing machines: agitators or impellers. An agitator is a column located in the center of the washing tub. It may be finned or vaned, and works to clean clothes by rotating and rubbing against clothes to break down stains. An impeller is a low-profile cone at the bottom of the tub that uses fins, cones, or discs to create motion. This motion pushes clothes to rub against each other, versus against an agitator, to break down dirt.)
    • Agitator Type: Dual-action (A single-action agitator typically rotates one way to circulate clothes throughout the washer. A dual-action agitator has two parts that rotate differently; the top rotates to push clothes down toward the bottom of the tub while the bottom continues to move clothes in a circular motion. Triple-action agitators work similarly, but add a third up-and-down motion to the dual rotation.)
    • Washer Load Type: Top load
    • Matching Dryer Model Number: WGD4950HW, WED4950HW
    • App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
  • General
    • Brand: Whirlpool
    • Model Number: WTW4955HW
    • Product Name: 3.8 Cu. Ft. High Efficiency Top Load Washer with 360 Wash Agitator
    • Color: White
    • Color Finish: White
    • Commercial Merchandise: false
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 44 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 27 1/2 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 27 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Height To Control Panel Top: 42 inches (Measurement from the bottom of the product to its top, including the control panel.)
    • Height With Door Open: 52 inches (Measurement from the bottom of the product to its top, with lid fully open.)
    • Product Weight: 126 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Capacity
    • Capacity: 3.8 cubic feet
  • Features
    • High-Efficiency: true (Washers with this label feature technology meant to use less water. High Efficiency (HE) washers may also be larger in capacity. Using High Efficiency (HE) detergent in these washers is highly recommended as they are designed to be quick-dispersing and operate in low water conditions by producing less suds, requiring less detergent. Not using the recommended detergent can lead to additional rinse cycles and increased water usage.)
    • Steam Function: false (In washers, this feature may be employed before, during, or after the main wash cycle. Steam aids in stain removal, activating detergent, sanitizing, and softening wrinkles. In dryers, this feature can be used to remove wrinkles or quickly freshen clothing items.)
    • Antimicrobial Protection: false (The product includes protective features which are designed to eliminate or inhibit the growth of microorganisms.)
    • Vibration Reduction: false (Additional features, such as sensors that adjust spin speeds or weights that counter unbalanced loads, help to minimize vibration for smoother, quieter operation.)
    • Maximum Spin Speed: 680 revolutions per minute (This is the maximum spin speed of the tub in the final cycle. Higher revolutions per minute (RPM) will remove the water out of the clothes more quickly and effectively which can reduce drying time.)
    • Out-Of-Balance Detection: false
    • Internal Water Heater: false
    • Fingerprint Resistant: false
    • Automatic Temperature Control: false (This feature regulates hot and cold temperatures of the water or air within the appliance in order to keep them in the optimal range for each cycle.)
    • Built-In Water Faucet: false (The product includes a built-in faucet where garments can be scrubbed, and stains pretreated prior to washing.)
    • Child Lock: false (Setting that allows appliance to be temporarily locked to prevent use.)
    • Delay Start: false (Allows you to program the appliance to automatically run at a later time. This feature helps you coordinate with your household’s water needs, noise preferences, and more. Additionally, operating your appliance during off-peak hours may reduce energy costs.)
    • End-Of-Cycle Signal: false (An audible alert and/or visual indicator that notifies you when a pre-selected cycle is complete.)
    • Time-Remaining Display: false
    • Interior Light(s): false
    • Bleach Dispenser: true
    • Fabric Softener Dispenser: true
    • Pre-Wash Detergent Dispenser: false
    • Detergent Dispenser Type: Single load (Single load dispensers hold enough liquid detergent for a single cycle and must be refilled after each use. A multiple load dispenser holds enough for multiple cycles before it is necessary to refill the detergent. The exact number of cycles completed before refilling will vary as machines with multiple load dispensers will calculate and dispense detergent automatically based on load size and other user preferences such as concentration level.)
    • Detergent Form: Gel, Liquid, Powder, Single-use packs, Tablet
    • Wireless Connectivity: None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
  • Design
    • Washing Mechanism: Agitator (There are two washing mechanisms to choose from in today's washing machines: agitators or impellers. An agitator is a column located in the center of the washing tub. It may be finned or vaned, and works to clean clothes by rotating and rubbing against clothes to break down stains. An impeller is a low-profile cone at the bottom of the tub that uses fins, cones, or discs to create motion. This motion pushes clothes to rub against each other, versus against an agitator, to break down dirt.)
    • Agitator Type: Dual-action (A single-action agitator typically rotates one way to circulate clothes throughout the washer. A dual-action agitator has two parts that rotate differently; the top rotates to push clothes down toward the bottom of the tub while the bottom continues to move clothes in a circular motion. Triple-action agitators work similarly, but add a third up-and-down motion to the dual rotation.)
    • Washer Load Type: Top load
    • Soft Close Lid: false
    • Control Type: Dial
    • Tub/Drum Material: Stainless steel
    • Window: false
    • Wheels/Casters: false
    • Adjustable Leveling Legs: true (Legs can be adjusted accordingly to ensure that your appliance sits level, even on uneven ground.)
  • Cycle Specifications
    • Number of Wash/Rinse Cycles: 12
    • Options and Programs: Bleach, Tap Cold, Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot
    • Number of Temperature Settings: 5
    • Temperature Settings: Tap Cold, Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot
    • Number of Spin Speeds: 2
    • Soil Levels: true (Washers with the option to select the soil level will employ different wash cycles to optimally clean the respective load. Most have three options: light, normal, or heavy.)
  • Compatibility
    • Matching Dryer Available: true
    • Matching Dryer Model Number: WGD4950HW, WED4950HW
  • Included
    • Power Cord Included: true (Connects your product to an electrical outlet, allowing for immediate use (provided that other installation requirements are met).)
    • Fill Hoses Included: false
    • Drain Hose Included: true
  • Electrical Specification
    • Estimated Annual Electricity Use: 250 kilowatt hours (Predicted amount of electricity needed to operate the product under average conditions for one year.)
    • Estimated Annual Operating Cost: 29 United States dollars (Predicted cost of operating the product under average conditions for one year.)
    • Amperage: 15 amperes (Strength of electrical current.)
    • Voltage: 120 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • ANSI Certified: false (Meets the requirements of the American National Standards Institute.)
    • Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) Rating: CEE Not Qualified
    • Product Safety Certifications and Standard(s): UL Listed (Lists the applicable certifications and/or standards, as stated by the manufacturer, in which the product has met the requirements for the assurance of quality and safety.)
    • NSF Listed: false (Meets the National Sanitation Foundation's standards for public health protection.)
  • Connectivity
    • App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
  • Other
    • Display Type: None
    • UPC: 883049474311

Take control of laundry day chores with this 27-inch Whirlpool top load washer. Its 3.8 cu. ft. capacity provides enough space for bulky items, and the two way wash action agitator handles tough, heavily soiled loads. The Auto Sensing feature of this Whirlpool top load washer automatically adjusts water levels based on load size to save energy.

Laundry Buying Guide

  • Water Level Selection: Choose the water level you need for the cycle you want.
  • Smooth Spiral Stainless Steel Wash Basket: Help protect fabrics from snagging with this stainless steel wash basket that gently guides clothes during the wash.
  • Two way Wash Action Agitator with Fabric Softener Dispenser: Take on your toughest loads. The traditional two way action spiral agitator provides the wash action and cleaning performance to give your clothes the right clean.
  • 3.8 cu. ft. Capacity: Get the extra space you need to wash bulky items with this 3.8 cu. ft. capacity washer.
  • Soaking Cycles: Soak and wash in one cycle. Skip a trip to the laundry room with Soaking cycles that start washing whites and colors as soon as they're done soaking.
  • Late Lid Lock: Throw clothes in the wash at the last minute with the late lid lock.
  • Quick Wash Cycle: Wash a small, lightly soiled load in as little as 30 minutes with increased spin speeds to remove more water so clothes can spend less time in the dryer. (Based on a 3 lb load.)
  • Whites Cycle: Keep your whites looking their best with a cycle that cleans thoroughly while gently caring for your clothes.
  • Colors Cycle: Care for colored fabrics with a cycle that uses cold water to provide optimal fabric care.
  • Bulky/Sheets Cycle: Takes care of bedding as well as those bulky winter jackets. The washer fills with enough water to wet down the load before the wash cycle begins, then uses a higher water level than other cycles.
  • Delicates Cycle: Clean your delicate items with an intermittent wash action and slow spin speed, to provide everything you'd expect for gentle fabric care.
  • Extra Rinse Option: Ensure dirty loads get the care they need with an extra rinse to wash away any lingering soils or detergent.
  • Soil Level Selection: Choose the right amount of agitation for your fabrics with an option that lets you select the soil level of your load on any cycle, so you get less agitation on light loads and more on full or dirty loads.
  • Clean Washer with Affresh Cycle: Run the affresh cycle every 30 washes with an affres Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer.
  • Requires fill hose (not included): for standard hook-up upon delivery
  • Water Level Selection: Choose the water level you need for the cycle you want.
  • Smooth Spiral Stainless Steel Wash Basket: Help protect fabrics from snagging with this stainless steel wash basket that gently guides clothes during the wash.
  • Two way Wash Action Agitator with Fabric Softener Dispenser: Take on your toughest loads. The traditional two way action spiral agitator provides the wash action and cleaning performance to give your clothes the right clean.
  • 3.8 cu. ft. Capacity: Get the extra space you need to wash bulky items with this 3.8 cu. ft. capacity washer.
  • Soaking Cycles: Soak and wash in one cycle. Skip a trip to the laundry room with Soaking cycles that start washing whites and colors as soon as they're done soaking.
  • Late Lid Lock: Throw clothes in the wash at the last minute with the late lid lock.
  • Quick Wash Cycle: Wash a small, lightly soiled load in as little as 30 minutes with increased spin speeds to remove more water so clothes can spend less time in the dryer. (Based on a 3 lb load.)
  • Whites Cycle: Keep your whites looking their best with a cycle that cleans thoroughly while gently caring for your clothes.
  • Colors Cycle: Care for colored fabrics with a cycle that uses cold water to provide optimal fabric care.
  • Bulky/Sheets Cycle: Takes care of bedding as well as those bulky winter jackets. The washer fills with enough water to wet down the load before the wash cycle begins, then uses a higher water level than other cycles.
  • Delicates Cycle: Clean your delicate items with an intermittent wash action and slow spin speed, to provide everything you'd expect for gentle fabric care.
  • Extra Rinse Option: Ensure dirty loads get the care they need with an extra rinse to wash away any lingering soils or detergent.
  • Soil Level Selection: Choose the right amount of agitation for your fabrics with an option that lets you select the soil level of your load on any cycle, so you get less agitation on light loads and more on full or dirty loads.
  • Clean Washer with Affresh Cycle: Run the affresh cycle every 30 washes with an affres Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer.
  • Requires fill hose (not included): for standard hook-up upon delivery
Whats Included
  • Whirlpool 3.8 Cu. Ft. 12-Cycle Top-Loading Washer
  • Owner's manual
  • Whirlpool 3.8 Cu. Ft. 12-Cycle Top-Loading Washer
  • Owner's manual
Documents
  • Energy_Guide_PDF
  • Energy_Guide_PDF

Q: Is this a HE washer?

A: I do not believe so as it has a full size agitator. It does use HE detergent. I will say my previous machine was HE and it was awful. It left a white residue, assuming lint based, on clothing. Reduced detergent, washed smaller loads (as directed for this issue) to no avail. Ended up either re-washing or running another rinse cycle and most times didn't resolve issue so wasn't very efficient. My new Whirlpool is great. Has auto sensing fill and deep water wash for quilts, sheets and bulky items. My clothes need only one wash/rinse as there is no residue.

Q: Has anyone had a problem with the washer not turning on? Mine just stopped and it is four months old. Dead as a doornail. And it has a working power source, I checked and rechecked everything. I LOVE this washer and am so disappointed.

A: If it's less than a month old, call whirlpool ASAP, because even if you have geeksquad, whirlpool insists on handling all maintenance/repairs in the first year.

Q: Does this machine have a place to add detergent? Or does it have to be hand poured?

A: The detergent has to be hand poured. Only the bleach and fabric softer has a place to add.

Q: Can you auto or manual fill this washer?

A: Its pretty much in charge ....the only choice your have is Auto Sensing & Deep Water Wash /Rinse. Deep water will use more, but its not like the water level you're probably used to with the classic machines. If you do add water with a bucket or something, only do this for the "Wash" cycle & keep the level about 1" below the top row of holes on the basket.... anything more & she'll stop & pump out a good 3" to the water level. If your try to mess with the level at the rinse cycle, it gets pretty confused & will start to calibrate its self by adding & then dumping water trying to figure out why the numbers are off. Forget everything you know about how washers operate these machines are different in every way.

Q: Once the wash cycle begins can it be opened to add an item or is the lid locked

A: Just hit the start (pause) button and it will unlock and you can start it back up again without restarting your load of laundry.