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Whirlpool WTW4950XW High Efficiency, Top-Loading Washer
(3.6 cu. ft.)

Energy Star Qualified, 12-Cycle High-, 27" Top-Loading Washer with 4 Temperatures, H2Low Sensor Wash, , Cycle Status Bar, CEE Tier III, withEcoBoost Option and Quiet Spin Technology


Synopsis: Every day can be good wash day with this traditional High-Efficiency top-loading model. You help save the world’s precious resources with this H2-Low-water-usage set-up, while the Care-Control selects the optimum water temperature, which not only care for clothes but is energy efficient too. The 12 cycle choices cover every washing eventuality you are likely to experience and choosing Clean-Washer with Affresh, gives deeper water and more thorough rinsing.



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Capacity: 3.6

Cycles: 12

Price
Level


$180

Per Cu Ft
MEF
Energy Factor


2.49

mef
Green
Rating


4.5

stars
Yearly
Energy Cost


13

price
Premium
Features


8

out of 8

 WTW4950XW washing machine



Washer Highlights



Premium Features: 8 out of 8

  • Care Control temperature management system
    Hot and cold intake of water is automatically adjusted to minimizing the possible shrinkage or color bleeding while maximizing the cleaning power of the detergent.

  • Automatic H2Low ™temperature control with Auto Sensing
    Your washer knows just the right amount of water to use in the H2Low wash system, which has automatic load sensors which determine the right quantity of water needed, thus saving resources while washing your clothes deep clean.

  • Xtra Roll Action™ Plus agitator

  • Cycle status bar
    You can easily follow the wash, rinse and spin cycles with this status bar which also has a lid lock status


  • EcoBoost™ Option
    By reducing water temperature and increasing spin speed you gain gives greater energy efficiency.

  • Clean Washer Cycle with Affresh®
    This feature fills the washer with deep water which reaches the basket, which low-water systems don't generally reach.

  • Stainless-steel tub. A durable smooth stainless steel drum is fitted prevents the snagging of clothes and is also chip resistant while fighting unpleasant odors.

  • Wide Opening Lid
    You are provided sufficient space for those extra large items.

  • Control Panel The easy to read rotary, push dials on the control panel are situated at the back of the washer and are clearly labeled for ease of use.

    Additional Features
  • ENERGY STAR® qualified washer
  • CEE Tire III qualification
  • 3.6 cu. ft. Stainless Steel Wash Basket
  • On/Off Extra Rinse Option
  • Bleach dispenser
  • 12 automatic cycles
  • 4 water temperatures
  • water levels

    NOTE low-sudsing detergent is recommended


  • Price History »



    How does this washer stand out »


    This model is identical to the WTW4900AW except this one is an high efficiency model which means it’s able to take HE detergents which are are cheaper in the long run than standard detergents. This Washer is almost twice as energy efficient as the WTW4900AW.

    Consumer Opinions »


    Pros
    “clean clothes with less water
    “noticeable whiter whites”
    “love the sensor feature”
    “makes washing easier”
    “water bill dropped $10”
    “easy to operate ….. amazing design”
    “large tub cuts laundry time”

    Cons
    “can’t open lid when load started”
    “no fabric softner dispenser”

    Close Up Video of the Washer …



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    Available Colors »


    Only available in White

    Full Specifications »

    CLEANING  
    Load top
    Capacity 3.6  cu. Ft.
    Wash System H2Low™ wash system
    Spin Speed 800 rpm
    Temperature Settings 4
    Water Levels Selector Auto Load Size Sensing

    Dispensers
    bleach / fabric

    Agitator
    n/a
    STYLE  
    Color white
    Displays none
    Controls Knobs
    Wash Basket Stainless Steel
    DIMENSIONS  
    Height 43  inches
    Width 27 1/2 inches
    Depth 27 inches
    Weight 160 pounds
    CYCLES  
    No. of Cycles 12
    Steam No
    Allergen No
    Quick Wash Yes
    Heavy Duty Yes
    Casual Yes
    Normal Yes
    Delicate Yes
    Soak Yes
    Bulky Yes
    FEATURES  
    Frabric Softner on/ off Yes
    Noise Reduction Quiet Spin Technology
    Control Lockout n/a
    End of Cycle Signal  No
    ENERGY  
    Energy Star Qualified Yes
    CEE Tier III Yes
    PREMIUM FEATURES 0 out of 6
    Care Control Management Yes
    Xtra Roll Action Plus Yes
    Impeller Yes
    Cycle Status Bar Yes
    EcoBoost Option Yes
    Load Auto Sensing Yes
    Clean Washer cycle  Yes
    H2 Low Wash System Yes

    Energy Table »

    *assuming 7.5 loads a week Per Load Annual Use
    Operating Cost  n/a $9 (gas) $13 (electrc)
    Energy Use  0.31 KWh 123 KWh
    Water Consumption 13.1 gallons 5,137 gallons

    Estimated Yearly Operating Cost = $13


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  • $13 = Yearly Cost with an electric water heater
  • $9 = Yearly cost with natural gas water hearter

    Estimated Yearly Energy Use = 123 kwh


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    WTW4950XW Manuals »


  • Dimension Guide
  • Installation Guide
  • Warranty Information


  • Estimated Yearly Water Use = 5,137 gallons


  • Comparing Whirlpool’s 3.6 cu ft toploader »

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    Whirlpool WTW4950XW Washer Whirlpool
    WTW4950XW

    Washer

    Capacity: 3.6
    Cycles:12
    MSRP: $649
    Price
    Level


    $180

    Per Cu Ft
    MEF
    Energy Factor


    2.49

    mef
    Green
    Rating


    4.5

    stars
    Yearly
    Energy Cost


    13

    price
    Premium
    Features


    8

    out of 8
    Whirlpool WTW4900AW Washer Whirlpool
    WTW4900AW

    Washer

    Capacity:3.6
    Cycles:12
    MSRP: $649
    Price
    Level


    $180

    Per Cu Ft
    MEF
    Energy Factor


    2.3

    mef
    Green
    Rating


    3.8

    stars
    Yearly
    Energy Cost


    23

    price
    Premium
    Features


    8

    out of 9

    Comments for Whirlpool WTW4950XW High Efficiency, Top-Loading Washer
    (3.6 cu. ft.)

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    Apr 12, 2014
    Rating
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    Worst Washer I have "ever" had!
    by: Debra

    This Whirlpool washer should be taken off the market. Whirlpool should send a refund to everyone who bought this machine from them. I will NEVER buy another Whirlpool again. I have complained twice about this washer to Whirlpool, once when clothes were torn when the upper gray plastic piece in the tub became brittle and again when the water level was not enough to wash the clothes. Whirlpool told me they would send a repair man out at my cost. At one point the electricity went out while I was washing and after the electricity came back on it was like the washing machine did not know what to do. So for 4 "FOUR" hours it did not turn back on..... just sat there with the light blinking. Shame on Whirlpool.. you got my money once, but you want get another dime from me.

    May 22, 2013
    Rating
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    Broken in less than two years
    by: Laura

    I bought this HE top loader thinking I was buying quality...it has been less than 2 years and it is making such a racket when it spins and after researching the part, it would cost about 300 to fix it. REALLY not even 2 years

    Apr 21, 2013
    Rating
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    does not clean clothes
    by: JoAnna

    The washer that does not wash clothes, will not use enough water to dilute liquid or powder detergent. Liquid soad stains clothes, powder remains powder. Sears say you had it more than 90 days and did not buy the waranty. (Do not purchase this washer, it will be like throwing hundreds of dollars out your car window)

    Apr 21, 2013
    Rating
    star
    absolute KNIGHTMARE !!!!!
    by: SHIRLE

    This is the worst washing machine ever!! No matter how well i followed the instructions or what i did,my clothes never came out clean,even using the extra rinse feature.All my clothes came out with "grit" on them,especially my darks. This machine is a high-efficiency,water-saver energy star without an agitator and with an annoying lid-lock. Because of all the different sensors involved,the cycle time was very long. I finally got sick and tired after not even 9-months,and ordered myself another washer as a Christmas present to myself. I bought a very simple G.E. without all the bells and whistles,that has an agitator,not high-efficiency or an energy star and without that darn lid-lock. I love this machine!! I EMAILED Whirlpool and complained to them about what a lousy washer they made and that they should have recalled this model.

    I also mentioned how much money i was out to them,and they EMAILED me back,saying how sorry they were that i lost favor with them. OMG!! I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER WHIRLPOOL PRODUCT AGAIN!!

    Apr 21, 2013
    Rating
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    Stay Away!
    by: Darlene Schieltz

    Stay away from this washer. It does not clean well, even when only a few items are placed in it. Forget about the water efficiency, if it doesn't clean. Shame on you Whirlpool. What is a washer for?

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