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Woodbridge, ON
27 Director Crt.
Winnipeg, MB
191 Elan Blvd
Burnaby, BC
8010 Winston St.
Ottawa, ON
55 Banton St.
Laval, QC
1340 Boul. Dagenais Ouest
Dartmouth, NS
315 Wilkinson Ave.
Calgary, AB
2777 23 Ave. NE
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Description & Features


Whirlpool WFW96HEAW Front Load Washer 27 in, 4.3 Cu.Ft, with 12 Wash Cycles, 5 Temperature Settings, Precision Dispense Ultra and Energy Star

Clean better using less detergent. Preserve the perfect fit with this Whirlpool HE front load washer designed to keep clothes looking newer longer 1 1 thanks to Precision Dispense Ultra, the 12-Hour Fan-Dry option with Dynamic Venting Technology® and Active Spray technology.


  • Cold Wash Cycle
  • Extra cleaning action and a precise slow-motion soak power out tough stains like wine, chocolate and ground-in dirt in cold water. This provides the cleaning performance of a warm water wash cycle with the energy savings of cold water.
  • Precision Dispense Ultra
  • Cleans better and uses less detergent, saving nearly 10% in HE detergent costs. By adding detergent throughout the length of the fill time, Precision Dispense Ultra delivers better results than adding detergent manually. The system also releases bleach and fabric softener at the right time during the cycle for optimal fabric care.The removable reservoir can hold enough detergent for up to 36 loads of laundry in a single filling 3 .
  • 12-Hour FanFresh® option with Dynamic Venting Technology®
  • When selected, a built-in fan automatically activates after the wash cycle is over, tumbling clothes for up to 12 hours so you can wash and dry a small load right in the washer. Based on a 2-lb load of lightweight fabrics.
  • Active Spray Technology
  • Active Spray technology sprays the load with detergent in a cone shaped pattern to completely and evenly cover the fabrics. It delivers better cleaning performance that virtually eliminates the need to pretreat.
  • CEE Tier III Qualified
  • Based on the Consortium for Energy Efficiency qualified product listings--with Tier III being the most efficient. This model features advanced water & energy savings and may qualify for rebates from local utility companies.
  • Up to 8 Hour PreSoak Option
  • Adds extra time for soaking before the wash cycle starts. When the presoak option is complete, the wash cycle will start automatically. Select 30 minutes, 1 hour, or up to 8 hours of extra soaking time.
  • 5.0 cu. ft. Stainless Steel Wash Basket
  • Quiet Spin 360 Technology
  • Now you can place your laundry pair virtually anywhere and be assured of balanced performance and vibration control. The washer takes into account where it's installed and adapts to improve its balance over time. A built-in accelerometer and dual-ring ball-balancing keep the wash basket centered at all times.
  • EcoBoost Option
  • Get additional energy efficiency without giving up cleaning performance. This option lowers water temperature and increases the tumbling action to use less energy while still delivering great cleaning and gentle performance.
  • Steam-Enhanced Cycles
  • Add the power of steam to select wash cycles to eliminate tough stains with virtually no pretreating.
  • Allergen Cycle
  • The Allergen cycle has been tested to remove up to 95% of harmful allergens 2 from your clothes.
  • NSF Certified Sanitize Temperature
  • Tap Touch Controls
  • The Tap Touch interface featured on select models brings high-tech style to your laundry room. It allows direct access to washer functions, and its sleek appearance enhances the appeal of any space.
  • Adaptive Clean Wash System
  • The Adaptive Clean wash system automatically senses the size of each load to use just the right amount of water to deliver great cleaning. The wash system is 10% more gentle while delivering better cleaning performance that virtually eliminates the need to pretreat. Compared to traditional top load washers.
  • Smart Temperature Control Helps Reduce Shrinking and Color Bleeding
  • The Care Control temperature management system enabled by 6th Sense technology helps protect your clothes by controlling water amount and temperature.
  • ENERGY STAR® Qualified
  • Meets government standards to help conserve natural resources and save money on utility bills.
  • 12 Automatic Cycles
  • 5 Temperature Settings
  • Steam Clean Option
  • Penetrates deep into fabric fibers, breaking down and dissolving stains like grass and grease without pretreating.
  • Keep Operational Sounds Inside the Washer
  • With the Quiet Wash noise reduction system, sound-absorbing materials around the wash basket or drum reduce operational noise.
  • 14 Adaptive Wash Actions
  • Up to 14 different adaptive wash actions provide a combination of powerful cleaning and gentle fabric care.
  • 1,400 RPM Maximum Spin Speed
  • Quiet Wash Ultra Noise Reduction System
  • Direct Drive Motor
  • The direct drive motor allows the washer to spin faster, and it uses fewer moving parts, so there's less wear and tear over time.
  • Stainless Steel Wash Basket
  • Resists odors, rust and chipping. The smooth surface helps protect delicate fabrics from snagging.
  • Delay Wash (up to 12 Hours)
  • Internal Water Heater
  • Delicate Cycle
  • Low-speed wash action helps you take better care of delicate fabrics. It also works well on waterproof items like shower curtains and raincoats.
  • Normal/Casual Cycle
  • Quick wash cycle
  • Use this cycle to clean small, lightly soiled loads in less time. Plus, increased spin speeds extract more water for faster dry times.
  • On/Off Extra Rinse Option
  • Automatic Water Levels
  • Automatic water levels regulate the amount of water based on the size of the load. Only the amount needed to clean is used, increasing efficiency and helping the environment.
  • Add-A-Garment Indicator Light
  • Illuminates for the first 8 minutes of the wash cycle as a convenient reminder that forgotten items can still be added to the load in progress.
  • Estimated Time Remaining Display
  • LED Display
  • Provides easy selection for all options, displays time remaining and status for the cycle.
  • Deep Clean Option
  • Clean Washer Cycle with affresh® Washer Cleaner
  • Deep fill the washer to clean areas that aren't reached by the wash cycles. Add an Affresh® Washer cleaner tablet for best results.

12-Hour FanFresh Option with Dynamic Venting Technology

When selected, a built-in fan automatically activates after the wash cycle is over, tumbling clothes for up to 12 hours so you can wash and dry a small load right in the washer.
 
Active Spray Technology
Active Spray technology sprays the load with detergent in a cone shaped patter to completely and evenly cover the fabrics. It delivers better cleaning performance that virtually eliminates the need to pretreat.
 
Quiet Spin 360 Technology
Now you can place your laundry pair virtually anywhere and be assured of balanced performance and vibration control. The washer takes into account where it's installed and adapts to improve its balance over time.
 
PreSoak Option

Tap Touch Controls
The Tap Touch interface featured on select models brings high-tech style to your laundry room. It allows direct access to washer functions, and its sleek appearance enhances the appeal of any space.
 
Smart Temperature Control Helps Reduce Shrinking and Color Bleeding
The Care Control temperature management system enabled by 6th Sense technology helps protect your clothes by controlling water amount and temperature.
 
Precision Dispense
Penetrates stains and pretreats soils with a concentrated burst of detergent. The wash cycle begins only after the entire load has been treated.
 
4.3 cu. ft. Stainless Steel Wash Basket
 
EcoBoost Option
Get additional energy efficiency without giving up cleaning performance.
 
Energy Star Qualified
Meets government standards to help conserve natural resources and save money on utility bills.
 
CEE Tier III Qualified
Based on the Consortium for Energy Efficiency qualified product listings--with Tier III being the most efficient.
 
Adaptive Clean Wash System
The Adaptive Clean wash system automatically senses the size of each load to use just the right amount of water to deliver great cleaning.
 
12 Automatic Cycles
Add the power of steam to select wash cycles to eliminate tough stains with virtually no pretreating.
 
Steam-Enhanced Cycles
Add the power of steam to select wash cycles to eliminate tough stains with virtually no pretreating.
 
5 Temperature Settings

Deep Clean Steam Option
Penetrates deep into fabric fibers, breaking down and dissolving stains like grass and grease without pretreating.
 
Keep Operational Sounds Inside the Washer

14 Adaptive Wash Actions

NSF Certified Sanitize Temperature

1,400 RPM Maximum Spin Speed

Quiet Wash Ultra Noise Reduction System
 
Direct Drive Motor
The direct drive motor allows the washer to spin faster, and it uses fewer moving parts, so there's less wear and tear over time.
 
Stainless Steel Wash Basket

Delay Wash (up to 12 Hours)
This eco-efficient cold water cycle cleans as well as a warm water wash. An initial wash phase at the beginning of the cycle uses a high detergent concentration to remove tough stains like stains include grass, blueberry juice, red wine.
 
Internal Water Heater

Cold Wash Cycle
This eco-efficient cold water cycle cleans as well as a warm water wash. An initial wash phase at the beginning of the cycle uses a high detergent concentration to remove tough stains like stains include grass, blueberry juice, red wine
 
Delicate Cycle
A reduced agitation speed and low spin speed provide needed fabric care without sacrificing cleaning performance.
 
Normal/Casual Cycle

Quick Wash Cycle
Clean small, lightly soiled loads in less time. Plus, increased spin speeds extract more water for faster dry times.
 
Bulky Items Cycle
Ideal for cleaning bulky items like comforters, sleeping bags, down jackets or pillows, all of which fit easily into the wash basket.
 
Whitest Whites Cycle
Raises water tempeatures and releases bleach or an oxygen-based cleaner at the optimal moment to enhance whitening performance.
 
On/Off Extra Rinse Option

Automatic Water Level Control
Regulates the amount of water based on the size of the load. Only the amount needed to clean is used, increasing efficiency and helping the environment.
 
Add-A-Garment Indicator Light
Illuminates for the first 8 minutes of the wash cycle as a convenient reminder that forgotten items can still be added to the load in progress.
 
Estimated Time Remaining Display

LED Display
Provides easy selection for all options, displays time remaining and status for the cycle.
 
Deep Clean Option

Allergen Cycle
The Allergen cycle has been tested to remove up to 95% of harmful allergens from your clothes.
 
Clean Washer Cycle with Affresh Washer Cleaner

Specs

Capacity
Washer Capacity (IEC) 5.0 Cu. Ft.
Configuration and Overview
CEE Tier Rating Tier III (Highest Possible Efficiency Rating)
UL Yes
Energy Star® Qualified Yes
Fuel Type Electric
Cycle and Options
Number of Wash Cycles 12
Spin Speeds 5
End of Cycle Signal Adjustable End-of-Cycle Signal
Pre Soak 30 minutes, 8 hour, 60 minutes
Option Selections Add a Garment, Control Lock, Deep Clean with Heated Water, Delay Wash, Door Locked, EcoBoost™, End of Cycle Signal, Extra Rinse, Fan Dry, Fan Fresh®, Presoak, Sensing, Steam Clean
Delay Start Up to 12 hours
Temperature Selections Cold, Cool, Extra Hot, Hot, Warm
Washer Cycle Selections Allergen, Clean Washer with affresh, Cold Wash, Delicates, Drain & Spin, Heavy Duty, Normal, Quick Wash, Sanitize, Towels, Wash & Dry, Whites
Number of Soil Levels 4
Maximum Spin Speed (RPM) 1400
Soil Selections Extra Heavy, Heavy, Light, Normal
Water Factor 2.7
Style and Extras
Out of Balance Sensing Yes
Hoses Included No
Pedestal Options Yes
Advanced Vibration Control No
Wash Motor Description 3 speed 1/2 hp
Sound Package Quiet Spin, Quiet Wash™
Stackable Yes
LED Color Blue
Feedback-Status Indicators Add Garment, Control Lock, Delay Wash, Sensing, Steaming
Automatic Load Size Sensing Technology Yes
Drum Material Stainless Steel
Display Type Cycle Indicator Lights
Eco Monitor No
Control Type Electronic
Dimensions
Depth 33 5/16
Width 27
Height 38 3/4
Depth With Door Open 90 Degree 52 3/4

 

Capacity
Capacity: 5.0 Cu. Ft.
Construction
Drum Material: Stainless Steel Wash basket
Door Construction: Door Window
Hoses Included: Not Included
Performance
Dispenser Type: 3-Tray Dispenser Drawer
Temperature Control System: Care Control Temperature Management
Number of Temperatures: 5
Spin Speed: 1400
Number of Chambers: 3
Detergent Dispenser: Yes
Tier Level: CEE Tier III Level
Number of Cycles: 12
Whitest Whites Cycle: Whites
Heavy Duty Wash: Yes
Normal Wash: Yes
Quick Wash: Yes
Delicate Wash: Delicates
Extra Rinse: Yes
Estimated Time Remaining: Yes
Add A Garment: Yes
Control Lockout: Yes
Dimensions
Width: 27"
Depth: 56 5/8"
Height: 38 1/2"
Shipping Weight: 250 lbs.

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Oakville / Burlington
3487 Wyecroft Rd.
Oakville, ON L6L 0B6
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Hamilton / Stoney Creek
442 Millen Rd.
Hamilton, ON L8E 6H2
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Markham
8261 Woodbine Ave.
Markham, ON L3R 8Z5
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Whitby / Oshawa
150 Taunton Rd. W
Whitby, ON L1R 3H8
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Kitchener
4336 King St. E
Kitchener, ON N2P 3W6
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London
1230 Wellington Rd.
London, ON N6E 1M3
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Laval
1340 boul. Dagenais Ouest
Laval, QC H7L 5C7
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Quebec City
1100 rue Bouvier
Ville de Québec, QC G2K 1L9
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Calgary
2777, 23 Ave. NE
Calgary, AB T1Y 7L6
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Surrey
7488 King George Blvd.
Surrey, BC V3W 0H9
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Edmonton
3803 Calgary Trail NW
Edmonton, AB T6J 5M8
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Scarborough
20 Lebovic Ave.
Scarborough, ON M1L 4V9
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Victoria
2401D Millstream Rd.
Victoria, BC V9B 3R5
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Langley
19860 Langley Bypass
Langley, BC V3A 4Y1
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Windsor
2601 Lauzon Parkway
Windsor, ON N8T 3M4
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Vaughan
27 Director Crt.
Vaughan, ON L4L 4S5
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Regina
4023 Rochdale Blvd
Regina, SK S4X 4P7
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Barrie
468 Bayfield St
Barrie, ON L4M 5A2
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