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Whirlpool - Duet 4.2 Cu. Ft. 9-Cycle High-Efficiency Front-Loading Washer - White

Model: WFW81HEDW
SKU: 8784285
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  • Key Specs
    • Product Height: 38.75 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 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: 33.13 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.)
    • Depth With Door Open: 52.75 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, with door fully open.)
    • Capacity: 4.2 cubic feet
    • 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.)
    • Washer Load Type: Front load
    • Stackable: true (To stack with similar products, ensure that the necessary support and/or installation hardware is in place to reduce safety hazards.)
    • Color Finish: White
  • General
    • Product Name: Duet 4.2 Cu. Ft. 9-Cycle High-Efficiency Front-Loading Washer
    • Brand: Whirlpool
    • Model Number: WFW81HEDW
    • Color Finish: White
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 38.75 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 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: 33.13 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.)
    • Depth With Door Open: 52.75 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, with door fully open.)
    • Product Weight: 250 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Capacity
    • Capacity: 4.2 cubic feet
  • Features
    • 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.)
    • Vibration Reduction: true (Additional features, such as sensors that adjust spin speeds or weights that counter unbalanced loads, help to minimize vibration for smoother, quieter operation.)
    • Noise Reduction: true
    • Automatic Temperature Control: true (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.)
    • Delay Start: true (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.)
    • Bleach Dispenser: true
    • Fabric Softener Dispenser: true
    • Pre-Wash Detergent Dispenser: false
  • Design
    • Washer Load Type: Front load
    • Reversible Door Hinge: false
    • Control Type: Digital
    • Tub/Drum Material: Stainless steel
  • Compatibility
    • Stackable: true (To stack with similar products, ensure that the necessary support and/or installation hardware is in place to reduce safety hazards.)
  • Included
    • Fill Hoses Included: false
    • Drain Hose Included: true
  • Electrical Specification
    • Estimated Annual Electricity Use: 145 kilowatt hours (Predicted amount of electricity needed to operate the product under average conditions for one year.)
    • Estimated Annual Operating Cost: 15 United States dollars (Predicted cost of operating the product under average conditions for one year.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: true (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.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 883049332093

With Adaptive Wash technology, 14 Adaptive Wash actions and 9 cycles, this 4.2 cu. ft. D.O.E. Whirlpool Duet WFW81HEDW high-efficiency front-loading washer enables you to launder a variety of clothing types. A TumbleFresh option helps prevent wrinkles.

Laundry Buying Guide

  • Front-panel digital controls: Make operation simple. A control lock helps prevent unsupervised use.
  • 4.2 cu. ft. D.O.E. capacity: Accommodates large loads.
  • 9 cycles: Include clean washer, cold wash, delicates, drain & spin, heavy duty, normal, quick wash, sanitize and whites for versatile use.
  • 4 spin speeds: Include fast, medium, slow and off for custom operation.
  • Automatic temperature control: Intuitively selects the appropriate settings for each load. Cold, cool, hot and warm temperature selections suit a variety of fabrics.
  • Adaptive Wash technology: With 14 Adaptive Wash actions adapts to each load to help keep your clothing fresh and vibrant.
  • TumbleFresh option: Tumbles clothing periodically for up to 6 hours after a cycle is complete to help prevent wrinkles and odor-causing bacteria.
  • Delay-wash: Lets you program the settings in advance to accommodate your busy schedule.
  • Smooth Wave stainless-steel wash basket: Helps prevent fabric from snagging and fraying.
  • Precision Dispense: Adds wash agents at the appropriate time during each cycle.
  • End-of-cycle signal: Alerts you when it's time to remove your laundry.
Whats Included
  • Whirlpool Duet 4.2 Cu. Ft. 9-Cycle High-Efficiency Front-Loading Washer
  • Requires fill hoses (not included) for standard hook-up upon delivery
  • Owner's manual
Documents
  • Energy_Guide_PDF

Q: What do you do when suds appears? What is F35?

A: Hello! We are sorry to hear of your concern with your washer. We would recommend contacting Whirlpool at 1-800-253-1301. They are available weekdays, between 8 am to 8 pm EST.

Q: How many loads will this machine accomodate at once?

A: Very little without risking loosing a few articles of clothing.

Q: Can anyone tell me what. LC in the display window means. Will not turn on at all???? It's a Whirlpool Duet stackable 4.2 cap washing machine. And dryer... It's the washing machine I'm referring to.. TY

A: Thank you for you inquiry. The LC code means that the control lock in activated. There should be instructions in your Use and Care Guide that will tell you how to unlock the controls. We hope this helps.

Q: Locked door-how do you open it

A: We're sorry to learn of your concern. Please try resetting the washer by unplugging it for 5 mins. and plugging it back in. If this does not work please contact our customer service support line 800-253-1301.

Q: Is this unit stackable?

A: Yes, the washer is stackable.

Q: Will my old pedestal (LAB2700MQ) work on this new Duet?

A: Dear Tood, The current pedestals are LAB0050PQ 12" or XHPW155DW 15.5 inch with storage drawer. Hopefully this information is beneficial to you. Thank you for your inquiry regarding our Whirlpool appliances! Sincerely, Mary