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Question posted by bren2002 on January 6th, 2013

Basin Fills, No Washing, Rinsing, Spinning

Sensor detects to fill machine, but does not wash clothes, or spin at all...does drain but of course clothes not clean and full of water. Machine purchased in July 2011. Used regularly but not overly used, only 2 people in house generally.

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... to change materials and specifications without notice. W10240509B 01/2011 Floor drain system requires additional parts. DRAIN SYSTEM Floor standpipe drain system 42" (1067 mm) For closet installation, with equivalent air ventilation openings are for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Top of washer. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Dimensions are...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Adjustable or open...of your Use and Care Guide. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Beaded tie strap Drain hose with clamp Inlet hoses with washer) Your ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... 96" (2.44 m), you need. Water remaining in your responsibility. If you must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of laundry tub must be purchased separately. To order, please see toll-free phone numbers in washer after use may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. Top of washer. n Floor must be at least...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... cord over console to allow free access to move washer later. 4. Attach drain hose to free from tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to remove all parts from tub Connect Drain Hose 5. Place drain hose in place on bottom of drain hose, slide it over side of laundry tub. 3. Free power cord If clamp is not...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

.... Connect inlet hoses to faucets or washer. NOTE: Both hoses must use a Y-adapter (not provided). 8. Screw coupling by hand until clear. 10. Clear water lines For floor drain installations, you must be connected to water faucets with new inlet hoses with second hose for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to inlet...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to check levelness of washer. Then turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. If washer is not 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...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... UNDER THE LID? Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your new washer is needed. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. There will not see a washer basket full of your load or allows time for the best performance. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared...

Owners Manual - Page 4

.... Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will use the warmest wash water safe for your fabric. • W arm and hot water will start the selected cycle; The washer will unlock briefly before water is spinning, it may hear the hum of these spins. Low-water cleaning means concentrated cleaning. FABRIC SOFTENER This option must be cooler than diluting...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... spin speed. If you need to resume the cycle. Avoid opening the lid during sensing. The lid will hear sounds similar to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and... moves the load. Press START/Pause/Unlock again to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. RINSE You will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Fabric softener will use a spray rinse...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... washer will not spin. This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. CYCLE GUIDE For best fabric care, choose the cycle that require rinsing only. Use this cycle for loads that best fits the load being washed. This cycle features a spray rinse. This cycle features a spray rinse. Do not tightly pack basket. After time has expired, water will drain, but washer will fill with...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... clothes. 7 Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness. • Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled. • Separate delicate items from lint-givers. Add a measured amount of detergent to avoid pilling. Using regular...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...cleaning performance, and may increase wrinkling and tangling. 4. Tightly packing can lead to reduce tangling. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser This washer..., or use more than the recommended amount. Do not use of load. Load laundry into washer. Do ...Wash Load During the final rinse, wait until the washer has completed filling, press the START/Pause/Unlock button to start the washer...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...Rinse and/or use slightly cooler wash water than what your hot water heater setting. the lid will light. If lid is used, the wash cycle will be added to assist in water fill Filling is delayed for several minutes if the load was spinning at high speed. When this will use...has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. This may be cooler than ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are home. Turn off both water faucets; Use a soft, damp cloth or sponge to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. CLEANING YOUR WASHER Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer only when you are found. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. Water will not freeze. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2.

Owners Manual - Page 12

... the washer. Front and rear feet must be completely underwater. Water may block pump. Make sure all household plumbing for optimal cleaning. Do not place tape over drain opening. This is normal to operate properly. If flooring is not unbalanced or tightly packed. Avoid washing single items. Use Bulky Items cycle for loading instructions. Sensing spins will...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Select RINSE & SPIN. Check that the washer was unable to 3 minutes before water is added. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that may be tightly packed. Normal...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... air flow during the final spin. Use drain hose form and securely attach to slow or stop draining and spinning. Lower drain hose if the end is higher than your previous washer. The high spin speeds combined with high spin speeds. Incorrect or wrong wash or rinse temperatures Check for proper installation. Check drain hose for proper water supply. Check for your garment...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...com/help - Load garments in water. Load with a slower wash action and spin speed; Add only 1 or 2 garments after washing detergent or bleach residues may require additional rinsing. See "Using Your Washer" section. Add detergent, oxi products and color-safe bleach to the bottom of garments being washed. The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly. See...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... Garment care instructions may have been followed. Using wrong or too much detergent. Load garments in Washer Maintenance. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is not closed. Undiluted bleach will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. See "Cleaning your load with the lid open. The lid will...

Energy Guide - Page 1

Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4950X* Cat. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per kWh and natural gas cost of this label before consumer purchase. U.S. V1br7DQA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $13 ▼ $10 $71 Cost Range of Similar Models 123 kWh Estimated Yearly Electricity Use $9...

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