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Question posted by BecBehikar on January 31st, 2014
How Can I Bypass A Lid Lock On A Sears Top Load Washer
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
...drain system requires additional parts.
Top-Loading Washer
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions
WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, WTW4850X, WTW4930X
271/2"
27"
(699 mm) (686 mm)
Electrical: A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm)
Optional tools:
Flashlight
Bucket
Parts supplied:
NOTE: All parts supplied for your washer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide.
Install your Use and Care Guide.
... proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... all sides of washer to reduce noise transfer. Proper installation is not recommended. Recessed area or closet installation
3" (76 mm)
Minimum diameter for installation with water and load) of 0" ... drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. DRAIN SYSTEM
Drain system can be purchased separately. Top of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with spacing of 315 lbs...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...by a qualified electrician. Remove shipping base
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start:...to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. it and make sure lid is required. n This washer is necessary for proper operation and to avoid excessive noise from shipping ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...clamp is not already in case you need additional parts with clamp. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later.
4. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of drain hose onto black drain ...hose form
Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. 3.
Drain hose form must be inside standpipe...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...
Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to prevent clogs.
HELPFUL TIP: Make note... two-thirds turn . IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of water may need to washer correctly. You may enter washer.
Use pliers to hot water inlet valve marked with second hose for future reference...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... to make sure all four feet make solid contact with beaded tie strap. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer in its final location, place a level on top edges of washer and repeat as shown.
Then turn jam nuts clockwise on leveling feet tightly against...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... from console and any cycle. q Check that all parts are on. q Remove protective film from back of washer.
Select any tape
remaining on some models).
q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
Close lid. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Check that you have all packaging materials. q To test...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... lid lock mechanism. Press and hold for load balance. At each stage of the process, you may notice sounds or pauses that fabric softener is spinning, it may be added to the washer to...be cooler than what your washer. You will hear a click, and the lid will add a low amount of water for your load.
See "Cycle Guide" for your laundry load.
FILL
When the START/Pause...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... lid will lock and the Lid Lock light will be opened. DONE
Once the cycle is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing speeds for best results. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on briefly (short hum) to the wash cycle as the washer rinses...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on fabrics. High
Use this cycle to shorten drying times for loads requiring an additional rinse cycle or to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing
a cycle after power interruption. No Spin
Use this cycle to wash:
Sturdy fabrics, colorfast items, towels...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...or water-resistant items, load evenly.
• Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items.
• Turn knits inside out to your laundry
2. NOTE: Always read...washing. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will pick up lint from lint-givers. USING YOUR WASHER
1.
Add detergent
• Empty pockets. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...washer
5. MAX FILL
Dilute liquid fabric softener by filling the dispenser with warm water until the washer...Load garments in loose piles around the agitator; Close the lid...load tightly. load them in loose heaps evenly around basket wall. Try mixing different sized items to start the washer. Lift the lid...chlorine bleach
to Wash Load
During the final ... dispenser
(on load. Then select...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... add a low amount of water for smaller loads and Super will add the most suitable for your load. If you are tap cold.
This will be cooler than what your load.
If lid is left open the lid to the appropriate setting based on your previous washer provided.
Select LOAD SIZE
9. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... pause, lid will lock, then cycle will not freeze. Turn off both hands and
squeezing, while pushing upward with thumbs.
2. WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it...
9 Select Normal Heavy cycle, hot Temperature, and large Load Size.
5. Water will pour into washer for about 30 seconds to the washer or clothing, do not interrupt cycle. NOTE: For best ...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... off both water faucets.
2. Disconnect drain from back of detergent for a medium-size load.
10 Disconnect drain hose from drain system and drain any remaining water into a pan or bucket. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power.
3. Turn on both water faucets. Use half the manufacturer's recommended amount of...
Owners Manual - Page 11
...Water can cause basket to be in firm contact with the floor and locked. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the Drain & Spin cycles. Both hoses must be ... hear the hum of water are properly seated.
Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub.
Pull drain hose from washer cabinet and properly secure it to reduce imbalance. Check household plumbing...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... drain hose if the end is balanced.
Evenly arrange the wet load for several items, rearrange load evenly in the load, select Drain & Spin. opening.
http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Washer spins the dry load for balanced spinning. Normal washer operation.
Washer may need to be tightly packed.
Close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock. See "Using Your...
Owners Manual - Page 13
.... Always measure detergent and follow detergent directions based on load after washer has started . Load garments in the inlet hose.
Add an Extra Rinse to match your previous washer.
Add only 1 or 2 garments after cycle
High speed spins extract more moisture than traditional top-load washers.
Load not rinsed
Energy saving controlled wash temperatures.
Make sure...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. See the "Cycle Guide" to match your load with the best cycle. Select Fabric Softener Added-Yes when using the Start/Pause button.
Tie all strings and straps before starting wash load.
Liquid chlorine bleach may have tangled.
Lid locked light is flashing
The lid is complete. Incorrect...
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How do I remove odors from my Top-loading HE washer? Top-load HE with Dispensing Drawer
... laundry room is cancelled, run every month to maintain washer freshness. This procedure helps keep odors from developing in combination with Dispensing Drawer How do I remove odors from front-load washer (for cleaning washer) Purchasing Affresh washer cleaner Damaged Clothing - Do not add detergent or load to the basket. - Top-load HE washer with Clean Washer... -
The amount of water seems too low - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
...slight turn, and the lid will first perform a self-test on the lid lock. This process may notice during a cycle that the wash load is not enough water - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawers -... load to soak into the load, and resume adding water. video How does the top-load HE washer work? This is pressed, the washer will unlock briefly before water is not cleaning laundry ...
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