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We appreciate you sharing your experience and sincerely apologize for any negative interaction with the Whirlpool® Washer, and the low water. Please see below for some additional troubleshooting tips for this concern.

1. Cycle Modifiers and Water Level Selection
Modifiers: After selecting a cycle, you can adjust default modifiers like Soil Level, Spin Speed, and Temperature using the cycle settings buttons. Not all settings are available for every cycle.
Water Level (If applicable):
Auto Sensing: Turns the Water Level knob to this setting to allow the machine to automatically sense the appropriate water level for the load size.
Deep Water Wash: Turns the Water Level knob to this setting to add the maximum amount of water. Note: This option may lead to longer cycle times due to extended fill times.

2. Bulky Cycle Operation (On some models)
The Bulky Cycle uses a series of fills while agitating. It may appear to have insufficient water, but the washer will continue to add water over 10-12 minutes as sensors monitor the load.
Agitation during the fill improves cleaning and helps reach the optimal wash water level. The fill may pause occasionally for additional mechanical action.

3. Non-Agitator Models (Low-Water Wash Plate System)
The washer automatically adjusts the water level to the load size, and no water level selector is needed.
Loading: Load items in loose heaps evenly around the wash plate. Keep the center uncovered.
Important: Do not add more water. Excess water can cause clothes to float, lessening the cleaning action because the clothes must engage with the impeller.

4. Clean Washer Cycle
If you feel the water level is lower than when you first started using the washer, run a Clean Washer cycle to recalibrate the control and reset factory-set water levels.
Run this cycle about once a month or every 30 cycles.
Whirlpool recommends using affresh®, which cleans deep inside the appliance, reaching components like the tub, pump, and hoses.

For the washer not cleaning the clothes please see below:
If you feel the clothes are not cleaning effectively, please ensure the following critical factors are correct:
Water Temperature
Type and Amount of Detergent
Use of Additives
Cycle Selection
Loading and Sorting of the Clothes
Routine Cleaning of the Washer
Initial Setup and Installation

Was the washer recently installed?

Before washing your first load, it is recommended to run an empty cycle using HE detergent and the "Quick Wash" setting to clean the drum and prepare the dispenser.

Was the correct wash temperature selected, and were the hoses connected correctly?
Water Temperature: Use hot or warm washes for fabrics that can safely handle them, following garment care labels. The Casual or Delicate cycle can increase the water level, which helps reduce the chance of dye transfer. Note that even cold wash settings may use some warm water to maintain a minimum temperature.
Hose Connection: Verify that the hot water inlet hose is connected to the household hot water supply and the cold water hose is connected to the cold water supply. Reversed hoses can lead to warm rinsing water, which may set wrinkles. Refer to your Installation Instructions for details.
Water Supply: Ensure both hot and cold household water faucets are completely turned on for proper fill.
Cycle and Settings Selection

Cycle selection is essential, as each is an optimized combination of agitation/tumbling speed, spin speed, and water temperature, tailored to fabric type and soil level.
TEMPERATURE: Select a wash temperature based on fabric and soil level, using the warmest setting safe for your fabric.
SOIL LEVEL (Wash Time): Select a setting (Light, Extra Heavy, or Extra Power) that matches your load's soil level. Lighter settings can help reduce tangling and wrinkling.
SPIN SPEED: The washer automatically selects a spin speed based on the cycle. Faster spin speeds shorten dry times but may increase wrinkling. Not all speeds are available on all cycles. https://youtu.be/cvDY5e-HL8M
Detergent and Additives

Are you using HE or High-Efficiency Detergent?
Use only HE detergent and always measure the correct amount. Excess suds from non-HE detergent or over-dosing HE detergent can cause poor cleaning performance, reduced spin speed, and error codes.
Follow the detergent manufacturer's dosage amount based on concentration (e.g., 2x, 4x, 8x), soil level, and load size. Larger detergent pacs should only be used for large or heavily soiled loads.
Whirlpool recommends using Swash® laundry detergent. (https://www.whirlpool.com/accessories/laundry-accessories/swash.html) https://youtu.be/MiKxZ5WIJ0E
Were Laundry Additives used?
Fabric Softener: Measure the softener and dilute it before adding it to the rinse portion of a cycle only. Adding it to the wash water or using too much, especially on smaller loads, can cause staining or discoloration.
Liquid Chlorine Bleach: Follow manufacturer directions. Undiluted bleach will damage fabric. Always measure; do not exceed the recommended amount for a full load.
Loading and Sorting

Were the clothes properly loaded?

For proper cleaning, items must move freely. Reduce load size if necessary. Load items in loose heaps evenly around the washplate.
Sorting: Separate dark items from lights and whites to prevent dye transfer, which can cause a dingy appearance. https://youtu.be/FE9JskuMrm0
Routine Maintenance

Have you run a Clean Washer Cycle?

If you notice poor cleaning or lower water levels, run a Clean Washer cycle. This recalibrates the control to factory-set water levels and should be run approximately once per month with affresh® Washer Cleaner (https://www.whirlpool.com/results.html?term=affresh) to prevent build-up. https://youtu.be/D13IsbMAMowFurther Assistance

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We value your time and would like to look into the concerns with your Washer.
If clothes aren't cleaning properly, check these common factors for optimal wash performance:
Water Temperature: Select the correct temperature for the fabric and soil.
Detergent: Use only the correct type and amount of HE (High-Efficiency) detergent.
Additives: Measure fabric softener and bleach precisely and use at the correct time.
Cycle Selection: Choose the appropriate cycle for the load.
Loading: Avoid overloading and sort laundry by color.
Washer Maintenance: Run a routine Clean Washer cycle.
Cycle and Settings
Washing cycles optimize agitation/tumbling speed, spin speed, and water temperature.
Temperature: Select based on fabric and soil, adhering to labels. Modern HE warm/hot settings may be cooler. A small amount of warm water is added to "Cold" wash for detergent activation.
Soil Level: Adjusts wash time (agitation duration). Use Extra Heavy or Extra Power for heavily soiled items and Light for lightly soiled clothes to minimize wrinkling.
Spin Speed: Faster speeds reduce drying time but increase wrinkling. Slower speeds reduce wrinkling but require longer drying. Consult the Cycle Guide for details.
Detergent
Use only HE detergent. It binds to soil and softens water.
Dosage: Always measure according to the manufacturer's directions based on soil and load size. Use less for soft water.
Overuse: Excessive or non-HE detergent creates suds that hinder cleaning, reduce spin speed, and can cause error codes.
Concentrations: Follow the manufacturer's dosage chart for 2x, 4x, or 8x concentrations. Use larger detergent pacs only for exceptionally large or heavily soiled loads. Whirlpool recommends Swash® detergent.
Loading and Sorting
Clothes need free movement for effective soil removal.
Load Size: Reduce load size if items are densely packed. Load items in loose, evenly distributed heaps.
Sorting: Separate dark colors from lights and whites to prevent dye transfer, which can make lighter clothes appear dingy.
Maintenance
Run the Clean Washer cycle about once per month with an appliance cleaner (e.g., affresh®). This cycle re-calibrates the water levels to factory settings and removes detergent/softener residue that can affect performance.
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