5.3 cu.ft HE Top Load Washer with ColorLast™ , Intuitive Touch Controls

5.3 cu.ft HE Top Load Washer with ColorLast™ , Intuitive Touch Controls is rated 4.3 out of 5 by 1898.

Model #: WTW8500DC

MSRP

$1,399.00

Adaptive Wash Technology with Active Bloom™ Wash Action
ColorLast™ Option
Active Spray Technology

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Features

Adaptive Wash Technology with Active Bloom™ Wash Action

Additional Features

ColorLast™ Option

Give your most vibrant colors the care they need with our ColorLast™ option. It uses a precise combination of wash action, gentle temperatures and time to keep colors vibrant longer³.

Active Spray Technology

Active Spray technology virtually eliminates the need to pretreat clothing. It works to saturate clothes with a mixture of detergent and water by spraying the load completely and evenly. It’s gentle on clothes while still providing improved cleaning performance that helps fight tough stains.

Precision Dispense

Precision Dispense provides optimal cleaning by releasing detergent at the right time. Plus, detergents and certain additives – like fabric softener and bleach – get mixed with water before they ever touch your clothes. The result is optimal fabric care and preservation for every load.

Estimated Time Remaining LED Display

Always have an eye on how much time is left during any cycle with our estimated time remaining LED display. Part of our updated digital console, it illuminates your selected cycles, options and available choices and lets you know when you can remove items from the washer.

Smooth Wave Stainless Steel Wash Basket

The Smooth Wave stainless steel wash basket gently guides clothes and helps protect fabrics from fraying and snags.

Quiet Wash Ultra Noise Reduction System

The Quiet Wash Ultra noise reduction system helps keep operational sounds inside the washer and out of living areas. Thanks to sound-absorbing material and a compact motor around the wash drum, you can install your washer virtually anywhere and know you won't be interrupted. People who like quiet will love this Whirlpool® washer.

Quick Wash Cycle

Our Quick Wash cycle can wash small loads in as little as 28 minutes⁴. It uses increased spin speeds to remove more water so clothes can spend less time in the dryer, so you have more time to do what you love.

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.

6.1 cu. ft. capacity I.E.C.

Put more in each load with enough room to wash a king-sized comforter, thanks to our 6.1 cu. ft. I.E.C. Cabrio® washer.

ENERGY STAR® Certified

ENERGY STAR® certified models exceed government standards by over 20% to help conserve natural resources and save money on your utility bills.

Oxi Dispense Option

The Oxi Dispense option distributes oxygenated additives at the right time for enhanced cleaning results. Plus, it's an eco-friendly alternative to bleach.

Steam Clean Option

Add the power of steam to this stain-fighting option. It penetrates fabrics using increased wash action, rinsing and heat for even more help in breaking down deep soils.

Deep Water Wash Cycle

Take on stains with the Deep Water Wash cycle. It adds more water to help break down stains and improves the ability to rinse away soils.

Direct Drive Motor

The Direct drive motor is what helps our transmission system handle larger-capacity loads. It uses fewer moving parts so there’s less wear and tear over time.

EasyView™ Frameless Glass Lid with Slow-Close Technology

Create a quiet close, every time. Our EasyView™ frameless glass lid features slow-close technology to shut quietly. The lid also provides a better view of what's being washed and is quiet for an overall premium experience.

On/Off End-of-Cycle Signal

You'll always know when your wash cycle is finished, thanks to the end-of-cycle signal. This helpful tone reminds you when it's time to transfer clean clothes from the washer to the dryer. You can also turn it off completely.

Clean Washer Cycle with affresh® Washer Cleaner

Deep-fill the washer to clean even those areas that aren't normally reached by everyday cycles. Add an affresh® Washer Cleaner tablet to the Clean Washer cycle for best results.

850-RPM Max Spin Speed

The Direct drive motor provides fast spin speeds of up to 850-RPM in the washer to remove moisture from clothes, so they spend less time in the dryer.

Designed, Engineered and Assembled in the U.S.A.

These washers are built with American Pride and designed, engineered and assembled in the U.S.A.

Specifications

Dimensions

Depth

28.0 in
Height

42-1/4 in
Height To Top Of Cabinet

39-1/2 in
Width

27-1/2 in

Appearance

Window

Yes

Details

Drum Material

Stainless Steel
Wash Action

Impeller

Controls

Automatic Temperature Controls

Yes

Cycles and Options

Number of Wash Cycles

26

Configuration and Overview

ADA Compliant

No
CEE Tier

Not Rated
Prop 65

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Size

27 in
UL

UL

Certifications

Energy Star® Qualified

ENERGY STAR® Certified
Prop 65

CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY - WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Ratings & Reviews

Rated 1 out of 5 by Tina M. from Does not wash! Disappointing when you spend this type of money from what is known as one of the top brands. No matter size of load or type of stain, it does not clean. We’ve tried it all. Smaller load, spreading clothes, double detergent. Nothing works. God forbid you put in and item folded, comes out the same way. Pre Soak was our last hope but same issues. I would give a higher rating on design and capacity if I could get clean clothes out of it.

Date published: 2018-09-15

Rated 5 out of 5 by Bea73 from Love this washer My son bought this Whirlpool washer along with the matching dryer as a gift. He knew I always bought Whirlpool appliances, this washer replaced my washer that was bought in the 80’s. He felt I needed to be updated so after doing research about the features he knew I would love it. It is amazing to see how this washer handles the loads looking through the window is just great! Great job son and thanks to Whirlpool for a great product.

Date published: 2018-09-03

Rated 4 out of 5 by Matterhorn55 from Great features/noisy Had a couple of weeks. Noisier than expected but cleans well.

Date published: 2018-09-03

Rated 1 out of 5 by Canta from Good looking package Very similar situation as to the last person that raided this washer, did not wash the clothes no matter how different they were placed no matter what features were used!

Date published: 2018-08-24

Rated 1 out of 5 by CRM3 from Ruins Clothes! We have had this washer for about a year and a half. Very disappointed with it. Clothes go in with no stains and come out with stains! I cannot figure it out for the life of me. I’ve separated out ANYTHING that might be slightly dirty and do those items together, but the “cleaner” clothes still come out with stains. I’ve even purchased washer cleaner tabs and run those every month or so. Nothing works! I can’t tell you how many pieces of clothing we’ve had ruined - even brand new, straight from the store! Before this machine we had a whirlpool that was well over 15 years old and never once had a problem with it, nothing like this one. We decided to upgrade it before it went out on us and what a bad decision that was! Annoying things with the machine are yes, it’s loud and the time sensor is horrible. Washing sheets takes usually three hours while the timer will consistently say 25 more minutes. Half the time the sheets come out DRENCHED. I have to ring them out multiple times before even putting in the dryer. Biggest waste of money we’ve spent.

Date published: 2018-08-24

Rated 5 out of 5 by Annamarie06 from It’s so big inside Purchased a couple weeks ago and I’m absolutely surprised how big the inside is and even fits my comforter in there with plenty of room! This washer has been my favorite

Date published: 2018-08-22

Rated 2 out of 5 by Jennifer74 from Not Happy I bought this washer a month ago and I’m so disappointed. It’s a very noisy washer, especially when draining and spinning. It does not remove light stains. I have to wash items twice to get them clean. I have to presoak things now. I never had to do that before. I hate to see what happens with heavy stains. The chiming alerts are loud and annoying. For the amount of money I spent on this washer, I hate that I will be stuck with it for awhile.

Date published: 2018-08-15

Rated 5 out of 5 by Erikaconway from Amazing washer! I’ve had this washer a little over a month now and I love it! I needed something to wash king size everything in (because animals) and it fits everything and more! I love how quiet it is too. All the different wash cycles make things easy to wash.

Date published: 2018-08-14

Rated 5 out of 5 by Tjasam from I could wash a small car in here! I've had this a little over a month and it's made my life much easier. I'm a caregiver for my parents who both have Alzheimers and as such we have difficult laundry issues. Not just stains of all kinds but washing multiple bed pads, towels, and bedding constantly. I'm amazed at what fits in here and how well it cleans. For the first load I pulled my matelasse coverlet off my queen size bed. It barely fit in my old washer. It's totally lost in the new one. So I stripped all the sheets and pillowcases off my queen bed and my dad's twin bed and twin bed pads and added it to the load. It was still only 1/2 to 2/3 filled.

Date published: 2018-08-13

Rated 5 out of 5 by Wash101 from Love it! I am not tall so some what Difficult to empty out when wash is complete.

Date published: 2018-08-07

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