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Obtain Top Load Washer Tub capacity

What is the Whirlpool Top Load Washer 3RLSQ8600WW0 tub capacity?

Tub Capacity as per Manufacturer Specifications (in cubic feet):

The manufacturers began using cubic feet capacity numbers only recently. Previously, they used relative terms such as "Large" or "Extra Capacity" or laundry weight (e.g. "16 lbs per load") which did not take into account different fabric weight and volume. Others referred to capacity in terms of water used. Even washers available today do not have capacity written in the manual because the same manual can be used across multiple models. Once the washer is no longer sold, the sales literature is discarded and capacity information often lost.

Analyzing washers and their components, searching through old technical information and sales literature, and determining their capacity is a labor intensive and time-consuming task and we are far from finished. A small charge will help us continue our research.

Consider this: if you were to spend more than few minutes looking for tub capacity on the internet, you would be earning LESS than minimum wage.

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Calculate Top Load Washer Tub capacity

This is a geometric method to calculate tub capacity based on the cylinder volume formula. Unfortunately, the value could be as much as 25% off from the manufacturer stated capacity.

Why? Because a tub is not exactly a cylinder. The edge where bottom connected to the wall is not at 90 degree angle but smooth and rounded. The water line is not clearly marked and the bottom is not always flat. Finally, an agitator also takes capacity away from the tub.

This method can be used as a crude estimate but we do not recommend using it for comparisson when shopping for a new washer.

Determine your top load washer tub capacity by taking two simple measurements:



1. Use the ruler to measure the depth of the tub (indicated by the red line on the diagram)

2. Now find the distance accross the tub, the diameter (the green line on the diagram). Note that some tubs are narrow at the opening. In this case make the measurements INSIDE the tub.

Solution:

Tub Depth: in.   Tub Diameter: in. Calculate Tub Capacity

Answer:

The Whirlpool Top Load Washer 3RLSQ8600WW0 tub capacity is

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cubic feet.

DOE (Department of Energy) vs. I.E.C. (International Efficiency Consortium) tub capacity values

The tub capacity calculator provides result in the DOE cubic feet which are CONVENTIONAL, i.e. normal cubic feet. The front loading appliance manufacturers prefer to use IEC cubic feet in their specification. IEC capacity in a front loader is the equivalent of the laundry size of a top loading washer and usually result in a higher number. For instance, a 4.7 cu. ft EC capacity transaltes into 4.1 conventional cu. ft for some washers and into 4.2 cu. ft for others. There is no simple multiplier that can be applied to an IEC value to translate it into DOE capacity. Make sure to use the manufacturer's part number when ordering a replacement.

Part list and Diagrams

Partial list of this Whirlpool Top Load Washer components

(for additional details, please see All Parts & Diagrams)

Top and cabinet parts parts include switch, lid energy guide hinge, lid (r.h.) top clip, top & cabinet & rear panel (2) shield, lid switch cabinet bearing, lid hinge (2) nut, push-in (2) hinge, lid (l.h.).   Controls and rear panel parts parts include hose, sensor (upper) clip, harness cord, power clamp, hose u-bend, drain hose valve, water mixing knob, control drain hose assembly (includes items 27 & 28) mini-buzzer hose, vacuum break.   Agitator, basket and tub parts components are cam driven bearing, driven cam balance ring washer, agitator hose, pressure switch tub ring & gasket tub gasket, centerpost dog, agitator clutch (4) dispenser.   Brake, clutch, gearcase, motor and pump parts is composed of shield, tub to motor retainer, motor (2) ring, spin tube support motor, main drive screw, gearcase to base (3) clutch (complete) retainer, pump (2) grommet, motor (4) shield, motor screw, 10-16 x 5/8.   Machine base parts section includes foot, front (2) bracket, spring outer (2) centerpost bearing kit (includes items 10, 11 & 19) pad, base seal, centerpost (3) link, leveling mechanism (2) spring, leveling mechanism pin, knurled nut, lock (2) (3/8-16) spring, counterweight.   Wiring harness parts parts include block, disconnect clip, harness (push-in) block, disconnect (12-way) connector (2-way) retainer, harness retainer, harness connector (t.p.a.) (3-circuit) plug, terminal (3-way) block, connector (red) clip, harness.   Brake and drive tube parts section includes driver, brake cam ring, retaining sleeve, brake spring t sleeve, cam brake and drive tube (complete) shoe, brake (2) spring, brake cam, brake release ring, retaining.   Gearcase parts section includes shaft, agitator ring, retaining (2) washer, intermediate pinion, spin (includes item 25) cam follower (includes item 14) ring, retaining seal, gearcase cover spring, agitate washer kit, thrust rack, connecting.   Optional parts (not included) parts include drain hose adapter kit paint, pressurized spray (12 oz.) (primer, gray) oil (oil, gearcase (16 oz.)) paint, pressurized spray (12 oz.) (white) siphon break kit lubricant (lubricant (use only in brake shoe assembly on roller and pin)) drain protector paint, bulk (1 qt.) (white (uncut)) sealer (sealer, gasket (.20 fl. oz.) (6 ml)) drain hose extension kit.