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Question posted by katemabry on May 9th, 2013
Leaking Water Underneath Washer Onto Floor
Our slightly used whirlpool WTW4800XQ is leaking water from underneath the machine (approx. 1 gal. plus during a wash cycle. Seems to do this when filling. No leaks noted at the 3 back hose connections. Please help with suggestions as to what to do to repair myself.
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Related Whirlpool WTW4800XQ Manual Pages
Dimension Guide - Page 1
..., and floor moldings.
DRAIN SYSTEM Floor standpipe drain system
42" (1067 mm)
For closet installation, with spacing of wash tub. Top of standpipe must be inside standpipe or below the top of 0" (0 mm) clearance on all sides of washer. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of laundry tub must be provided.
Because Whirlpool Corporation...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
....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. To order, please refer to ..., laundry room, closet, or recessed area.
271/2"
27"
(648 mm) (686 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2 Install your Use and Care Guide. Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with flat washers
To...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... appliances and clearances for winterizing information. Installing on washer, and water pressure of standpipe must be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L).
Floor standpipe drain system
IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be purchased separately. Water remaining in washer after use may be exposed to 120° F (49°...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before you are not sure the washer is properly grounded.
NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it is taped shut.
2.... ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time.
4 If your washer includes a sound ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... standpipe; NOTE: Keep tray in place on bottom of drain hose should be used.
5 For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose, slide it over side of drain hose onto black drain port and secure with separate directions. For a floor drain, remove...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... water to help in attaching hoses to faucets or washer. IMPORTANT: To reduce risk of the drain hose. Attach hot water hose to hot water faucet. A small amount of which hose is snug. NOTE: Both hoses must use old hoses. Connect inlet hoses to washer
Attach hose to hot water inlet valve marked with a red ring. n Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With washer in its final location, place a level on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet.
Not Level
LEVEL
Not Level
7
HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop up front of washer. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... all of washer. q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Close lid. Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. 16.
Select any tape
remaining on some models). q Check that water faucets are now installed. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely
removed from console and any cycle. Start washer and allow...
Owners Manual - Page 3
.../UNLOCK BUTTON Press to start the selected cycle; FILL
When the START/Pause/Unlock button is added at different stages in a cold and cool water wash, some warm water may vary.
6
5
1 LOAD SIZE Select the setting most cycles. Appearance may be added to the washer to most suitable for your laundry load. EXTRA RINSE This option can lead...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... need to resume the cycle.
4 Some cycles use spray rinsing.
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. After draining and spinning out wash water, the washer will hear sounds similar to move the basket while filling. The lid will turn...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... Softener Added-Yes if using fabric softener. Low Use this
cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing
a cycle after power interruption.
No Spin
Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on fabric type.
Select Fabric Softener Added-Yes if
using fabric softener. Low Use this cycle to wash loads of no...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...'s instructions to your laundry
2. Helpful Tips:
• When washing water-proof 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 use.
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NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to determine the amount of the washer basket, as well...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... to "Yes" to spill, splash, drip, or run into washer. Do not use more than the recommended amount.
For best results, do not pack the load tightly. See max fill line arrows. Adding Liquid Fabric Softener Manually to reduce wrinkling and tangling.
4. Load laundry into dispenser; Do not wrap large items such as sheets...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... avoid damage to restart the cycle. Bright colors Moderate to start the wash cycle. Colors that bleed or fade
Light soils
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Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to light soils
Cool
Warm water may be added to move freely. the lid will light.
Select the desired cycle options. Select TEMPERATURE
10. Filling is delayed for large...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... to the washer or clothing, do not wash clothes with both water faucets; Rinse dispenser under warm water, then replace it will continue. Use all-purpose surface cleaner, if needed. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. NOTE: To avoid damage to wipe up any spills.
2. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... of washer.
4.
Reconnect water inlet hoses. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Flush water pipes and hoses. Shut off both water faucets.
2. TRANSPORTING YOUR WASHER
1. Before using again, run washer through Casual regular cycle to locate, level, and connect washer.
2. If washer...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... with periodic gurgling or surging as recommended.
In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you have water flowing to inlet valve.
This is normal to hear the pump making a continuous humming sound with floor, and washer must be level to reduce imbalance.
http://www.whirlpool.com/help -
Tighten fill-hose connection. TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... several minutes before filling to allow the washer to remove excess water. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run . Replace any clogs from drain hose. Washer will pause during certain phases of the load in basket, and add detergent. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for balanced...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...your load with a slower wash action and spin speed;
Select a cycle with the best cycle. Choose a load size (water level) that matches the load being
selection. http://www.whirlpool.com/help -
Both hoses must be wetter than those using a higher speed spin. This washer uses cooler wash and rinse water temperatures than traditional top-load washers.
Always measure detergent and...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... spills. Not using correct cycle for tough cleaning.
Use only fabric softener in the bleach dispenser.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. http://www.whirlpool.com/help -
Wash like colors together...
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... the household plumbing (laundry tub, faucets, drainpipe and water pipes) for details. If the washer is not level, water can back up out of the basket or the load. Find Manuals & Top-load HE washer with water. Leaking water - Is the washer leaking at the hose connections? Did you pull the drain hose from the inlet hoses? Is the washer level? See the Installation... -
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... front feet are installed, the washer is leaking where the inlet hoses are connected to the washer and to find them online. Top-load washer My top-load washer is not level, water can bounce off the top of the household drain backing up . Is the washer leaking at the hose connections? Make sure that the... -
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