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Question posted by Drowan9875 on October 5th, 2014
Washjng Machine Will Not Drain
The washing machine will not drain. There is a slight burnt smell when the lid is lifted. I can not get a cycle to start. This is pretty much a brand new washing machine
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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on October 5th, 2014 12:53 PM
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Installation Guide - Page 2
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LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(699 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2
Drain hose with clamp, U-form, and cable tie
Inlet hoses with washer)
Your installation may require additional parts. To order, please refer to 13⁄...
Installation Guide - Page 3
...higher than 4.5" (114 mm) of drain hose should be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
4.5" (114 mm)
39" (990 mm)
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). This washer has been tested for walls, doors,... appliances and clearances for installation with water and load) of wash tub.
n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of washer. Minimum carry-away capacity: 17 gal. (64 L) per...
Installation Guide - Page 4
...serving only this time.
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NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it and make sure lid is recommended. Move washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- n ... with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports. n This washer is required.
If a mating outlet...
Installation Guide - Page 5
... laundry tub. Attach drain hose to remove all parts from tub
CONNECT DRAIN HOSE
5. NOTE: Keep tray in case you need additional parts with clamp. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown. Free power cord
Remove the red plastic plug from tub.
Be sure to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and...
Installation Guide - Page 6
... to check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets with new inlet hoses with separate directions. Record hose installation or replacement dates for cold water faucet. It will need additional parts with flat washers (not provided). If you will drain later.
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A small amount of water may need...
Installation Guide - Page 7
... to its final location. On models with floor. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Check levelness of washer and repeat as shown. Check levelness of washer. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with plastic feet...
Installation Guide - Page 8
... water faucets are now installed. q To test and clean your Use and Care Guide. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. 16. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
COMPLETE INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. Close lid. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. q Dispose of powdered or liquid...
Dimension Guide - Page 2
...of washer.
For complete details, see toll-free phone numbers in your Use and Care Guide. Specifications subject to change without notice. Floor standpipe drain system
Floor drain system
... Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be purchased separately. Top of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of wash tub...
Use & Care Guide - Page 3
... may hear a clicking and hum at the beginning of your past agitator-style washer. Depending on . Sounds
At different stages of the wash cycle, you need to open , close lid and press START button.
• Rinse option must be closed before the wash cycle can be opened . When this point, you will perform a series of humming and...
Use & Care Guide - Page 4
... lock and the washer will fill to start over when the washer is pressed. If the lid is closed and the START/Pause button is restarted. After draining and spinning out wash water, the washer will be added if the 1 Rinse with Softener or 2 Rinses with SOFTENER This option must be added to most amount of cycles.
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RINSE OPTIONS...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5
...sturdy items. This cycle features a spray rinse. When this cycle every 30 washes to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on . The lid will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This cycle features a spray rinse.
This cycle features a spray rinse.
Use this cycle for higher spin speeds, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will...
Use & Care Guide - Page 6
... and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds.
• Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness.
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly...washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to determine the amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. Failure to follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your laundry...
Use & Care Guide - Page 7
... option must be selected to Wash Load
During the final rinse, wait until liquid reaches the underside of liquid fabric softener into dispenser; Items need to dispenser
(on your wash cycle. 3.
Load laundry into washer. Add fabric softener to move freely for correct amount of the cycle. Close the lid and press the START/Pause button again to...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8
... to avoid damage to assist in soil removal and to start the wash cycle. Then close lid and press START/Pause again to select one of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. If lid is very cold, warm water may be sure to restart the cycle. NOTE: This washer does not include inlet hoses. If you are using fabric...
Use & Care Guide - Page 9
... the Washer
Refer to the "Cycle Guide" for the optimal cycle for cleaning the inside washer basket. 6. c. g. Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the cycle. Close the washer lid. e. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the washer's finish, do not interrupt cycle. If moving .
3.
Shut off both water faucets. Close lid and place tape over time.
Use warm and hot wash water...
Use & Care Guide - Page 10
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See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in washer drain system. Gurgling or humming
Washer may be draining water....washer through Casual Regular cycle to basket could be in firm contact with the floor and locked.
Do not use an extension cord. If you have started the washer. Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Wash...
Use & Care Guide - Page 11
... or laundry tub.
Both hoses must be out of alignment and cause water to possibly avoid a service call. Check that the washer was unable to inlet valve. Do not use an extension cord.
Replace any kinks in inlet hoses, which can back up out of cycle.
Close lid and press START/Pause. proper installation: (cont) Drain...
Use & Care Guide - Page 12
...measure and follow detergent directions based on load after washer has started. Select the Drain & Spin cycle to drainpipe or tub. Drain hose extends into standpipe farther than your load with... pump or between basket and tub, which can keep washer from drain hose.
washed.
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended.
To remove extra water in ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 13
... chlorine bleach directly onto load. Do not use more than recommended by manufacturer.
Unload washer as soon as cycle is not closed. See "Washer Care" section.
Close the lid. The lid will damage fabrics.
Use Normal Heavy cycle for the fabrics being washed.
Do not add products directly onto load. Use only liquid chlorine bleach in the...
Energy Guide - Page 1
...Cost range based only on standard capacity models. • Estimated operating cost based on eight wash loads a week and a 2007
national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per therm....
• For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances. (P/N W10062999) U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Whirlpool Corporation Models: WTW4800B* Cat. Government
Federal law prohibits removal of ...
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