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Whirlpool WTW6200

The Whirlpool WTW6200 is a top loading washing machine with a 3.8 cu/ft capacity. There are seven presets on the machine which will include delicates, permanent press, hand wash, wool, cotton and soaking. This will give you a greater control over the wash cycle in your machine.


Specs at a glance

• Height: 42 Inches
• Width: 27 1/2 Inches
• Depth: 27 Inches

• Colors: White-on-White
• 950 RPM Maximum
• 4 temperatures
• Energy Star: Yes
• 10 cycles
• Cycles: Whitest Whites Cycle/ Estimated Time Remaining with Cycle Status Lights/ Clean Washer Cycle / Heavy Duty Cycle
• Other features: Ultra Capacity/ CEE Tier I Energy Savings/ Direct Inject Wash System/ 6th Sense™ Technology/ Care Control Temperature Management/ Quiet Wash Plus Noise Reduction System/ Stainless Steel Wash Drum/ Automatic Water Level Settings/ Add-A-Garment Indicator/ Optional Laundry Tower/ Cabrio Fabric Care System



The washing machine also features a digital display which includes an end of cycle signal and a delayed start timer so you can set your machine to start when you want it to.

There is a fabric softener dispenser, a detergent dispenser and a bleach dispenser that you can use for your convenience. These features will allow you to put the cleaning agents in that you want and set the timer.

The rest of the work is up to the machine. You only have to watch the machine when the clothing check mark

Plus Points


This is a large capacity washing machine which will also help you to save time on your household chores. The machine will clean your clothing and other washables in a large load as it will when there are less items in the machine. This means that you will not have to worry about having less than clean clothes when you take advantage of the large capacity.

The top load design of the machine is more cost effective than a front load washing machine. You will still have all of the same cleaning quality of a front load machine without the extra expense.

Another great feature of this machine is its super capacity to wring water from the clothing during the spin cycle. You will be able to cut your drying time considerably because of this feature. Not only will your clothing be dried faster, but you will save on your energy bills with a shorter dry time.

The controls will give you a much cleaner wash then you would get with a typical spin dial control. There is a setting for whitest whites that will run for about seventy minutes. This will give you an amazingly clean load of laundry with all of the extra time.

Make sure that you take some measurements when you are shopping for the right washing machine for your home. The Whirlpool WTW6200 is a big capacity machine with a lid that is almost the full width of the machine. If you have your machine in a fitted spot in your laundry room, you will have to make sure that you will get a good fit.

This machine also has a curved top which will make it a little difficult to put anything on top of the machine when it is not in use. Just be aware of these factors when you are choosing the right washing machine model for your home.

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Final Thought

A top load washer like the Whirlpool WTW6200 is a good choice if you are concerned about mold issues. A front load machine is more prone to mold problems. If you have an issue with mold in your area or home, you should consider the top load machine.


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May 17, 2009
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Manual should indicate which detergent can be used
by: Suzanne Waren

Purchased March 09. It has an agitator. Sales man at Lowes seemed preoccupied and rushed. But He did say I had to use HE detergent before he rat off to gosh knows where. I have scoured the manual and the warranty sheet and can find nothing that indicates that I must use HE detergent.

But I took the sales man's word and have been using HE detergent. This machine does not seem to be doing as good a job as my old Amana TL did. Items don't get as clean, towels are not as soft and whites are not as white.

I am wondering if using HE detergent is the reason for this poor performance. I have tried to contact someone at Whirlpools 800 number but the automated Customer Service program requires way too much information! They have my name,address & Ph# in their computer so they should have all this information (model#,serial#,etc.) as well.

Whirlpool should at least update the manual for this machine so that it indicates clearly which type of detergent can or cannot be used.

Apr 30, 2009
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Worst Washer Ever
by: Anonymous

I bought this washer because the saleman said it was one of the best. When I first used it, I had to shake every piece of clothing out before I put it in the dryer because everything was wrinkled due to the high speed of the spin cycle. That didn't seem to matter much, things were still wrinkled. I have had musty smelling clothes almost since the beginning, even after cleaning out the washer. My clothes do not get anywhere near as clean as they did with my Maytag. Now I have had this machine almost 2 years and the cycles stop in the middle and never complete. The Whirlpool service tech said that water is leaking between the seal between the two wash tubes and has rusted them together. This will cost almost $600.00 to replace the tubes. Also, he said he is getting an F51 code which means the computer board and motor need to be replaced at a tune of $200-300. I do not overload my washer and certainly do not abuse my washer in any way. This is simply NOT ACCEPTABLE. I have looked online and see that MANY people are having the same or similar problems. This washer needs to be recalled or at the very least the parts need to be recalled and replaced. I know that is expensive to Whirlpool, but what's the alternative? I will NEVER buy a Whirlpool again if they do not so something to fix this washer. What a poor washing machine!

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