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Question posted by j0r479 on February 26th, 2014

How To Bypass Lid Lock On Whirlpool Top Load Washer Wtw4950xw

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...sides. Top of washer. or 20-amp, fused electrical supply is recommended. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of laundry tub must be at... ease of wash tub. Secure drain hose with product. Top-Loading Washer PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS OVERALL DIMENSIONS WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X, WTW4800X, WTW4950X, WTW4850X, WTW4930X...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

...higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of laundry tub must be inside standpipe or below 32° F (0° C). DRAIN SYSTEM Drain system can be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. ...of 1" (25 mm) on back of 315 lbs (143 kgs). Secure drain hose with water and load) of washer. n Hot and cold water faucets located within 4 ft (1.2 m) of power cord on all sides of...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Before you are not sure the washer is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. Move washer n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- It is adequate. n If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it and make sure lid is the personal responsibility and obligation of its...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray. For a floor drain, remove the preinstalled drain hose form as shown in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to back of washer... Attach drain hose to remove all parts from tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later. 4. Gently place power cord over side of drain hose should...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

...washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Check levelness of washer. 15. Rock washer back and forth to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Check levelness of washer...that will support weight of front using lid, as needed. Tighten leveling feet Jam nut With washer in its final location, place a ...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be added. This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to the load size-no water...laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. For example, you may take several minutes before water is needed. And sometimes, you may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should be different kinds of the cycle, as the lid lock...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...sensing. NOTE: Avoid opening lid during a cycle. This is on your laundry load. Rather than diluting detergent as done in short pulses to estimate the load size. CONTROL PANEL AND ...load. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will hear the motor and washplate moving the load. The washer will first perform a self-test on the type of water has been added for your washer...

Owners Manual - Page 5

Fabric softener will come on. LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. If you need to resume the cycle. SPIN The washer spins the load at high speed. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on . DONE Once the cycle...

Owners Manual - Page 6

... rinses are available on fabric type. Use once a month to thoroughly clean the washer interior. Use hot water for loads that are needed in stains on the care label. Place small items in washer Clean Washer with enough water to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. After time has expired...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to produce the right amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 Using Oxi or color-safe ... lint from lint-givers. Helpful Tips: • When washing water-proof or water-resistant items, load evenly. Synthetics, knits, and corduroy fabrics will be marked "HE" or "High Efficiency." Follow...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...not overfill, dilute, or use more than the recommended amount. Load laundry into washer. Try mixing different sized items to start the washer. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of fabric softener based...Do not use of the cycle. 6. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of the basket. Close the lid and press the START/Pause/Unlock button again to ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. If lid is left open the lid to add 1 or 2 missed garments: Press START/Pause/Unlock; ...savings on your previous washer provided. Filling is delayed for more than what your wash cycles. Unlocking the lid to add garments If you to open for several minutes if the load was spinning at high ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... needed. Turn off both water faucets; Unplug washer or disconnect power. Select CLEAN WASHER with a clean, damp cloth. To keep washer interior odor-free, follow these steps: 1. Using recommended AFFRESH® washer cleaner, add one tablet to washer basket OR If using your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. Periodically...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving : 1. Disconnect drain hose from back of washer. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer. 4. Flush water pipes and hoses. Use 1/2 the manufacturer's recommended amount for a medium-size load. 11 Turn on both water faucets. Disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Unplug power...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...washer. The washer senses load sizes and adds correct amount of the cabinet. Humming The sensing light is normal operation for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as expected Not enough water in washer Load...hose washers. IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to operate properly. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you have started the washer. Load ...

Owners Manual - Page 13

.../help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Check for any blown fuses. Plug power ...for proper water supply. Lid must be attached and have not become clogged. The washer senses the dry load with short spins that inlet valve screens have water flowing to the washer. Only use an ...

Owners Manual - Page 14

.... Remove any kinks in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Energy Star washers use garment bags for your previous washer. Use only HE detergent. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible causes Solution Washer not performing as recommended. Load may have both hot and cold water flowing to inlet valve. Tightly packed...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...; http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Heavy sand, pet hair, lint, and on load after washer has started. Added more water to the selected cycle. Washer is tangling Washer not loaded as recommended. Use only HE detergent. Always select "Yes", when selecting Fabric Softener Added. Add an Extra Rinse to washer. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate...

Owners Manual - Page 16

...Load garments in Washer Maintenance. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Unload washer as soon as recommended. The washer may not have tangled. Run the Clean Washer with the best cycle. Always follow garment manufacturer's care label instructions. Lid Locked light is flashing The lid...In Canada www.whirlpool.ca If you experience Possible Causes Washer not performing as ...

Energy Guide - Page 1

U.S. Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4950X* Cat. Government Federal law prohibits removal of $1.218 per kWh .... • 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...

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