Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionWhat is the capacity of this top load washer?

• A:Answer This Whirlpool top load washer has a capacity of 3.9 cubic feet.

Q: QuestionDoes this Whirlpool washer have a delicate cycle?

• A:Answer Yes, it has a Delicates Cycle that cleans delicate items with an intermittent wash action and slow spin speed.

Q: QuestionWhat is the maximum spin speed of this Whirlpool washer?

• A:Answer The maximum spin speed for this washer is 680 revolutions per minute.

Q: QuestionWhy should I choose a washer with a smooth impeller?

• A:Answer A smooth impeller, compared to an agitator washer, makes room for large loads and keeps clothes in good shape.

Q: QuestionHow can I clean the inside of this washer?

• A:Answer You can clean the inside of the washer by running the affresh cycle every 30 washes with an affresh Washer Cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach.

Q: QuestionDoes the lid lock?

Asked 7 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Yes, the lid locks.

  Answered 7 years ago by KathyVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionOn average how long does the washer take to complete a cycle?

Asked 6 years ago by RDGary.

• A:Answer TOO long

  Answered 5 years ago by RoobooVerified Purchase

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Q: Questiondoes it come with discharge hose?

Asked 7 years ago by steve.

• A:Answer It does come with a discharge hose. Does not come with fill hoses. Quiet machine for the price.

  Answered 7 years ago by Booger

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Q: QuestionHow do I set my washer for normal loads

Asked 7 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Just turn the dial knob to normal loads. It’s on the washer.

  Answered 7 years ago by AnonymousVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionHello WP. Is it possible to add a middle cylinder to the unit so clothes don't wrap around themselves and become more wrinkled? We have this unit and that is really a challenge. It looks like you could take off the cap cover in the middle of the base.

Asked 5 years ago by Kevin.

• A:Answer Kevin, unfortunately, we cannot recommend altering the design of this Washer.

  Answered 5 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
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Q: QuestionDoes this model have a fabric softener dispenser? If yes, where is it? What is the little square hole in the front left?

Asked 6 years ago by Carol.

• A:Answer Carol, this model does not have a dispenser for fabric softener. The dispenser you see is for bleach.

  Answered 5 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
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Q: QuestionDoes it come with a discharge hose?

Asked 7 years ago by Firecodeny1957.

• A:Answer FireNyc, the washer does come with a drain hose.

  Answered 7 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
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Q: QuestionBought just under 1 year ago. How long is the warranty

Asked 3 months ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Hello, for model WTW4950HW the manufacturer's warranty is ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE OF DELIVERY OF THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE (PARTS AND LABOR INCLUDED): Whirlpool brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada, LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for factory-specified replacement parts and labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased, or at its sole discretion, replace the product. In the event of product replacement, your appliance will be warranted for remaining term of the original unit’s warranty period.

  Answered 3 months ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
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Q: QuestionDoes it use a water filling sensor or can I fill it to the level? I choose i.e. small medium large

Asked 7 months ago by Patty.

• A:Answer Hello, for the Whirlpool® Washer mode WTW4950HW, there is an Auto sensing and a Deep water cycle. Thank you for your inquiry about our Whirlpool appliances.

  Answered 6 months ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
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Q: QuestionHello my washing machine does not spin can this be repaired or should i purchase a new one?

Asked 1 year ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Hello! We are sorry to hear about your concern. We would recommend contacting Whirlpool® at 800-253-1301. We are available M -F 8 am to 6 pm EST. They will be better able to assist you.

  Answered 1 year ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
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Q: Questiondoes this dryer breakdown in case my doorway is too small?

Asked 2 years ago by ria1.

• A:Answer Hello ria1! The dryer will not breakdown. Thank you for your inquiry on our Whirlpool appliances.

  Answered 2 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
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Q: QuestionDoes this washer machine hooks up to the faucet.

Asked 2 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Hello! This washer does not connect to a faucet. Thank you for your inquiry on our Whirlpool appliances.

  Answered 2 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
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Q: QuestionDoes this machine have the option of choosing the temperature of the rinse?

Asked 2 years ago by Danielle.

• A:Answer Hello Danielle, this model does not have the option to choose the temperature. We apologize.

  Answered 2 years ago by WhirlpoolTeam

  
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Q: QuestionHow much water does it use on a single normal wash cycle?

Asked 3 years ago by question.