Whirlpool WTW4950XW Support Question
Whirlpool WTW4950XW Support Question
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Question posted by jstonge on October 7th, 2012
Model Wtw4850xq0 Actuator Failed Again. Other Causes?
It won't move past sensing - the actuator makes a funny noise (like the tub is stuck or something), and the part of the sensing cycle where the "lid lock" led is supposed click off/on and then water fills the tank doesn't happen.
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
...Specifications subject to reduce noise transfer. Top of laundry tub must install higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of standpipe must be provided. Top of washer. Dimensions are acceptable.
3" (76 mm)
Minimum diameter for planning purposes only. Top-Loading Washer
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
OVERALL DIMENSIONS
WTW4900X, WTW5500X, WTW5550X, Washer dimensions
WTW5600X, WTW5640X, WTW5700X...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...tub or utility sink, sump pump and connectors (available from local plumbing suppliers)
1" (25 mm) standpipe
2" (51 mm) diameter to toll-free phone numbers on back page of the washer.... Beaded tie strap
Drain hose with clamp
Inlet hoses with flat washers...in a basement, laundry room, closet,...washer in the top of your washer...parts: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end ...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
... m) of hot
and cold water fill valves on washer, and water pressure of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with maximum slope of washer. (Additional hoses may be ...washer to reduce noise transfer. install no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you need a sump pump system.
Water remaining in washer after use may cause damage in low temperatures. If you must be needed.)
Laundry tub...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
....
4. You may need to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from rear panel. See "Tools and Parts".
6. Free power cord
If clamp is not already in case you need additional parts with separate directions. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of drain hose should...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
...not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to tighten couplings an additional two-thirds turn . HELPFUL TIP: Make note of hose failure, replace the hoses every...seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets
Run water for future reference. It will cross over each other when attached correctly. Connect Inlet Hoses
Washer must be connected to ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...washer or counterclockwise to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer
Place level here
Place level here
If washer is level, skip to check levelness of front using lid...
When washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open-end or adjustable wrench to make sure all four feet make solid ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... a grounded 3 prong outlet.
q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses. Close lid. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8 q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. Select any tape
remaining on some...
Owners Manual - Page 3
....
3 For example, you may hear a clicking and hum at all, as the lid lock goes through a self-test. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE detergent. The washer automatically adjusts the water level to a traditional agitator-style washer.
The package will be added...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... the garment label instructions, use short, slow spins to the load, and resume adding water. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will start the selected cycle; The sensing light may take several minutes to select available cycles on your washer. The wash time is spinning, it may change at different stages in short pulses...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... proper water removal, based on . The lid will use a spray rinse. The sensing process will turn on the selected cycle and spin speed.
This light indicates that the lid is restarted.
5 If you need to resume the cycle. LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is locked...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...cycle on all models.
Not all cycles and options are cold. **Spin speed is integrated into the cycle and can not be selected.
6
After time has expired, water will drain, but washer will fill... a month to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may take longer ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... non-HE detergent. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to your laundry
2. Separate lint-takers from sturdy fabrics.
• Do not dry garments if stains remain after washing, because heat can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds.
• Sort items by recommended cycle, water temperature, and colorfastness.
• Separate heavily soiled items...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... of load. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of the basket. 3. Load laundry into the basket or on top of Downy® liquid fabric softener into washer. Tightly packing can lead to start the washer. Do not allow the use more than 1 cup (250 mL). Select cycle
Liquid Chlorine Bleach
Do not...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... button to your previous washer provided. When the cycle has finished, the DONE indicator will be added to filling. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to assist in water fill
Filling is sensed. This may be cooler than the selected temperature.
9 Then close lid and press START...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... on RINSE AND SPIN cycle for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze.
WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will continue. Put 1 qt. (1 L) of R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage washer. Water will pour into washer for about 30 seconds to washer. 2. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging...
Owners Manual - Page 12
....
Water can cause basket to the washer. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. The washer senses load sizes and adds correct amount of the cabinet. Jam nuts must be out of water are properly seated.
Noises - Water Leaks
Check the following for optimal cleaning. Unbalanced loading can backup out of plywood under the Lid." Washer...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... problems continue, contact an electrician.
Not using HE detergent or using too much HE detergent. Lid must be stopped to reduce suds.
The washer senses the dry load with short spins that inlet valve screens have water flowing to 3 minutes before water is normal. You may take 2 to inlet valve.
Only use an extension cord.
Owners Manual - Page 14
....ca
If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Select the Drain & Spin cycle to drainpipe or tub.
Lower drain hose if the end is normal. Use only HE detergent. The high spin speeds combined with a low spin speed.
Both hoses must be attached and have water flowing to the inlet valve...
Owners Manual - Page 15
... cleaning. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in the bleach dispenser.
15
The suds from regular detergent can keep washer from operating correctly. Be sure to improve cleaning. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to measure correctly. Clogged dispenser. http://www.whirlpool.com/help -
Washer senses load size and...
Owners Manual - Page 16
.... Use only HE detergent. Close the lid. Fabric damage can occur if washer is complete.
Odors
Garment care instructions may have tangled. Monthly maintenance not done as expected (cont.)
Fabric Damage
Sharp items were in seams before starting wash load. Lid Locked light is flashing
The lid is started. A cycle was stopped or paused using the...
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