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WH VA IR

4.5 cu. ft. Smart Front Load ENERGY STAR® Washer with FreshFlow™ Vent System

WH VA IR
Model #: WFW5720RU
  • FreshFlow™ Vent Systemmore

    FreshFlow™ Vent System

    The FreshFlow™ Vent System is a trio of freshness features that helps keep your clothes and washer fresh. It's the first fan-powered system with the FanFresh® Option, Dry Drum Cycle, and Antimicrobial Gasket.

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  • Dry Drum Cyclemore

    Dry Drum Cycle

    After you take the clothes out, close your washer door and select the Dry Drum Cycle. A powerful fan reduces excess moisture from the drum, rubber gasket and door.

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  • FanFresh® Optionmore

    FanFresh® Option

    Keep your clothes fresh in the washer after a cycle. The FanFresh® Option uses a built-in fan and periodic tumbling to keep your just-washed clothes fresh until they're ready for the dryer, using less energy than you would re-washing your clothes.*

    *Based on rewashing an 8 lb load on Normal cycle.

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  • Antimicrobial Protectionmore

    Antimicrobial Protection

    Antimicrobial protection on the rubber seal helps keep your washer fresh by preventing the growth of odor-causing bacteria and mold.

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Product Description

This front load washer has a trio of freshness features with The FreshFlow™ Vent System. It's the first fan-powered system with antimicrobial protection designed to help keep your clothes and washer fresh. The FanFresh® Option keeps clothes fresh in the washer. The Dry Drum Cycle reduces excess moistures in the drum and door. And the Antimicrobial rubber seal helps prevent the growth of odor-causing bacteria.

FreshFlow™ Vent System
The FreshFlow™ Vent System is a trio of freshness features that helps keep your clothes and washer fresh. It's the first fan-powered system with the FanFresh® Option, Dry Drum Cycle, and Antimicrobial Gasket.
Dry Drum Cycle
After you take the clothes out, close your washer door and select the Dry Drum Cycle. A powerful fan reduces excess moisture from the drum, rubber gasket and door.
FanFresh® Option
Keep your clothes fresh in the washer after a cycle. The FanFresh® Option uses a built-in fan and periodic tumbling to keep your just-washed clothes fresh until they're ready for the dryer, using less energy than you would re-washing your clothes.*

*Based on rewashing an 8 lb load on Normal cycle.
Antimicrobial Protection
Antimicrobial protection on the rubber seal helps keep your washer fresh by preventing the growth of odor-causing bacteria and mold.
Intelligent Wash
Simplify your laundry routine with intelligent wash technology. It uses sensors to detect load size and fabric type, then automatically adjusts water levels, temperature, and wash actions for ideal fabric care and efficient cleaning performance.
Quick Wash & Dry
Finish laundry in less than 1 hour by pairing the 25 minute Quick Wash cycle with the 30 minute timed dry.* Experience the ultimate time-saving duo for hassle-free laundry days.

*Based on a 10-lb load when paired with a traditional vented dryer on medium heat.
Quick Wash Cycle
Save time in the laundry room and wash a full-sized load fast with the 25 minute Quick Wash Cycle.*

*Based on a 10-lb load.
4.5 cu. ft. Capacity
Get enough space to handle larger loads with 4.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity.
Smart Features with Whirlpool® App
Be in control and stay connected from anywhere. The Whirlpool® App lets you start, pause, track progress and receive notifications when you're away, so you can manage laundry day right from your smartphone.*

*Features subject to change. WiFi & App Required. Details & privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect. Appliance must be set to Remote Enable.
Cycle Notification
Stay on top of your laundry with cycle notifications to ensure finished loads aren’t left behind.*

*WiFi & App Required. Details and privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect. Appliance must be set to Remote Enable.
Stain Guide
Get step-by-step instructions based on your fabric type in the Stain Guide to take on everyday stains like coffee, grass, mud and more.*

*WiFi & App Required. Details & privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect. Select stains only.
Voice Control
Control your smart washer or dryer hands-free with simple voice commands using a voice-enabled device.*


*U.S. only. WiFi & App Required. Details & privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect. Appliance must be set to remote enable.
Family Share
Easily add family members to your Household in the Whirlpool® App, allowing shared access to all the connected Whirlpool® appliances associated with your account. Now, anyone can start the machine, receive notifications, and create their favorite cycles right from the app.*

*U.S. only. WiFi & App Required. Details & privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect. Appliance must be set to remote enable.
Specialty Cycles
Use the Whirlpool® app to get access to additional cycles not available directly on your appliance, including cycles designed for activewear, jeans, swimwear and more.*

*U.S. only. WiFi & App Required. Details & privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect. Appliance must be set to remote enable.
Favorite Cycles
Pin and save up to 10 favorite cycles in the app for easy access right from the home screen.*

*WiFi & App Required. Details & privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect. Appliance must be set to remote enable.
Custom Cycles
Design a custom cycle that fits your needs and save it directly to your machine.*

*WiFi & App Required. Details & privacy info at whirlpool.com/connect. Appliance must be set to remote enable.
ENERGY STAR® Certified
ENERGY STAR® certified models exceed government standards to help conserve natural resources and save money on your utility bills.
Sanitize Cycle
The Sanitize cycle uses increased water temperature to eliminate 99.9% of common household bacteria.*

*Bacteria tested were S. aureus, P. aeruginosa, and K. pneumoniae.
Cold Wash Cycle
The Cold Wash Cycle adjusts wash actions and time to help protect fabrics, while using cold water to save up to 90% of energy.*

*According to Energy Star, 90% of the energy used to operate a washing machine is spent on heating the water
Pump Access
Easily access the drain pump for more convenient cleaning and maintenance.
Pedestals
Raise your washer for easier loading and unloading. Optional laundry pedestals also provide space-saving storage for detergent, fabric softener and other supplies.*

*Sold seperately
Stackable
Make the most of your space with the option to stack your appliances vertically, using the available stacking kit.
Clean Washer with affresh® Cycle
Run the Clean Washer with affresh® Cycle every 30 washes with an affresh® washing machine cleaner tablet or liquid chlorine bleach to thoroughly clean the inside of your washer.
Add Garment
Last minute items? Pause the washer, open the door and add any items early in the wash cycle.
33" Closet-Depth Fit
Get a space-saving design with closet-depth fit that allows for more flexible installation in your laundry space.*

*Designed to fit a 33"" installation depth.
Presoak Option
The Presoak option lets you skip soaking outside of the washer. Extra time is automatically added in the washer before the wash cycle starts.
Steam Clean
Get help removing everyday stains with the Steam Clean Option, which gets deep into fabrics with increased wash action and heat.
An American Company for Over 100 Years
Whirlpool Corporation started in 1911 as a small company in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Today we are a global home appliance business selling products around the world. We are proud of our American heritage and ingenuity that have driven innovation for over 100 years
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Model "WFW5720RR" UPC: 883049692852
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