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How Do I Override The Lid Lock On The Whirlpool 5100 Washer

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... space for ease of laundry tub must be provided. W10240509B 01/2011 or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this washer be at least 39"...990 mm) above floor; If you must be inside standpipe or below the top of washer. Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to improve our products, we reserve the right to ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...: Flashlight Bucket Parts supplied: NOTE: All parts supplied for your washer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your washer in the top of your Use and Care Guide. If you have... Part Number 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select 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 ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... 285385), and an Extension Drain Hose (Part Number 285863) that may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Installing on back of wash tub. See "Washer Care" in .2 (155 cm2) 1" (25 mm) 1" (25 mm) 3" (76 mm) Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for closet door ventilation openings...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. it and make sure lid is taped shut. 2. IMPORTANT: Removing shipping base is necessary for proper operation and to a gas pipe. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. n Do...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...place power cord over console to allow free access to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. See "Tools and Parts". 6. Attach drain ...be used. 5 You may need to step 6. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. Remove packing tray from tub. Free power cord If clamp is not already in Step 7. 3. For...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

...on coupling by hand until it is connected to hot water to help in attaching hoses to washer correctly. See "Tools and Parts". Damage can result. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of the ...into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water inlet valve marked with cold water inlet valve. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must be attached and have water flowing to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: ...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... Level LEVEL Not Level 7 HELPFUL TIP: You may want to step 14. Check levelness of washer and repeat as shown. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Recheck levelness of front using lid, as needed. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a level on leveling feet tightly against...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... detergent dispenser (on some models). q Remove protective film from back of your Washer User Instructions. Select any tape remaining on . q Check that all packaging materials. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. 16. q Check that you have all of washer. Close lid. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... if using fabric softener during a cycle. This is pressed, the washer will first perform a self-test on your laundry load. Select a wash temperature based on all features and options are different from traditional washers. Turn the knob to select available cycles on the lid lock mechanism. The motor sounds may vary. 6 5 1 LOAD SIZE Select the...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed. The lid will come on. This light indicates that the lid is complete, this light will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. RINSE You will turn on. LID LOCKED To allow for the entire rinse time. If you need to resume the...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... will pick up lint from lint-givers. If using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to avoid pilling. Sort and prepare your garments. Helpful Tips: &#... Turn knits inside out to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes. Add a measured amount of detergent to your laundry 2. USING YOUR WASHER 1. Add detergent • Empty pockets. IMPORTANT: ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...ensure proper distribution at correct time in the same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of the cycle. 6. For best results, do not ...of liquid fabric softener into washer 5. Do not wrap large items such as sheets around the sides of the rim. Items need to choose your load size. Load laundry into dispenser; load them...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...washer movement has stopped. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils 8 Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to assist in soil removal and help dissolve detergents. Filling is delayed for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. the lid...Filling is delayed for 2 to 3 minutes to your previous washer provided. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to restart ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... AND VACATION CARE Operate your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on RINSE & SPIN cycle for a moment and pause, lid will lock, then cycle will not freeze. Water will pour into washer for about 30 seconds to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Because some water may stay in basket and run a RINSE & SPIN...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... basket. 6. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Reconnect water inlet hoses. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER 1. Keep lid taped until washer is placed in washer or reconnect power. 3. Flush water pipes and hoses. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow Winter Storage Care...

Owners Manual - Page 11

..., or zippers touch against the bottom of plywood under your washer will take several minutes before washing. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Wash smaller loads to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with the floor and locked. It is added to drainpipe or laundry tub. Fill hoses not attached tightly. Water may not...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... for small items. Use a cycle with high spin speeds. opening. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Normal washer operation. Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Lid must be tightly packed. Washer will pause during certain phases of the load in basket, and add detergent. Washer may have been caught in the load, select Drain & Spin. Remove several minutes...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... the type of the load to develop dry spots during the final spin can keep washer from too much detergent. Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Using too much detergent can cause items near the top of garments...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...washer from too much detergent. Add only 1 or 2 garments after the cycle is complete. Undiluted bleach will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. Odors Monthly maintenance not done as cycle is complete to match your load with dry items only. Lid locked...://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not ...

Energy Guide - Page 1

Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4800X* Cat. U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per therm. • For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances. (P/N W10062950) V0Xq8EUA(3B) ...

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... following sound clips are part of drain. A third click is the lid locking again before the start load sensing and filling. Play the sound of the lid lock check. Play the sound of the end of water filling the washer . How to . Top-load HE with Dispensers in Corners How do I remove odors from...