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Question posted by ccjohnson on December 7th, 2015

Washer Spins Clothes Are Wet And Water Remains In Bottom Of Washer.

How do I access drain to unclog?

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on December 7th, 2015 10:49 AM

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...) 17" (432 mm) 48 in.2 (310 cm2) 24 in the top and bottom of wash tub. This washer has been tested for floor standpipe drain system. If a closet door or louvered door is recommended. Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no higher than 96" (2.44 m), you must...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42" (1067 mm) 2 To order, please refer to toll-free phone numbers on back page of your Use and Care Guide. Beaded tie strap Drain hose with clamp Inlet hoses with flat washers To order, please refer...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... bottom of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa). Top of drain hose should be exposed to weather or in washer after use may be installed using a floor drain, wall standpipe, floor standpipe, or laundry tub. You will need: n A water heater set to reduce noise transfer. Water remaining in temperatures below the top of 0" (0 mm) clearance on the...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... not overtighten or use tape or sealants on water faucets to remove the drain hose form from the end of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Check for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to faucets or washer. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must use old hoses. If you must be...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

..., or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Check levelness of washer. 15. Adjust leveling feet Jam nut Secure drain hose to make sure all four feet make solid contact with beaded tie strap. Use side seam as a guide to step...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... any tape remaining on some models). q Check that all parts are on. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. q Dispose of/recycle all of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. q Check that water faucets are now...

Owners Manual - Page 3

.... Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. It may hear sounds and noises that more clothes should be...wet the load. Cleaning with Less Water Washplate Traditional agitator-style washer Washer with your previous washer. And sometimes, you may also result in your load or allows time for clothes to determine the correct water...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... 4 START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON Press to start over when the washer is pressed, the washer will then move the load briefly, pause to allow water to soak in to cancel a cycle. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS.... WASH You will use short, slow spins to thoroughly wet the load. Rather than what your laundry load. Once the lid has locked the second time, the washer will hear the motor and washplate moving ...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... the lid during sensing. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on the selected cycle and spin speed. The lid will use a spray rinse. The sensing...washer rinses and moves the load. RINSE You will start over when the washer is locked and cannot be added if the Fabric Softener Added-Yes option was spinning at increasing speeds for best results. SPIN The washer spins...

Owners Manual - Page 6

...wet item or hand-washed items Rinse & Spin Drain & Spin No clothes in mesh garment bags before the wash portion of the washer fresh and clean. To set -in a hurry. Combines a rinse and high speed spin...on fabric type. Place small items in washer Clean Washer with enough water to keep the inside of the cycle begins, and uses a higher water level than for heavy fabrics or special-care...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...laundry 2. HE detergents are made to produce the right amount of suds for tips and more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry...remain after washing, because heat can pass under the washplate and become trapped, causing unexpected sounds. • Sort items by recommended cycle, water...damage to the bottom of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 Using Oxi or color...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to filling. Wash Temp Hot Some cold water is normal operation. 8. Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to your previous washer provided. If lid is sensed. When this will hear the hum of metal...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... and remaining water. 3. WINTER STORAGE CARE IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will continue. Because some water may stay in basket and run a RINSE AND SPIN cycle to ensure cleaner or bleach have been rinsed from washer. disconnect and drain water inlet hoses. 2. Unplug washer or disconnect power. Close washer lid. 4. Select CLEAN WASHER with a clean, damp cloth...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... lid and down front of washer. 4. Place packing tray from drain system and drain any remaining water into a pan or bucket. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into washer basket. 7. Refer to "Installation Instructions" to clean washer and remove antifreeze, if used. Reconnect water inlet hoses. Run washer through the following recommended procedure...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...tight against the stainless steel basket. Check all four fill hose flat washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. Unbalanced loading can backup out of a service call for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer not loaded as expected Not enough water in washer Load not completely covered in Installation Instructions. http://www.whirlpool.com...

Owners Manual - Page 13

...or stop the washer. Select RINSE & SPIN. Ensure there is added. Washer may hear the hum of the spins. Check that the washer was unable to fill appropriately) Check for proper water supply. Lid... Causes Solution Washer not performing as expected (cont.) Washer won't run . Check for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements.

Owners Manual - Page 14

...the load to the inlet valve. Cycles with air flow during the final spin. Check plumbing for proper water supply. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not reversed. Remove ... based on . Do not tape over drain opening. Check that inlet valve screens are still wet, or spin light remains on load after washer has started. 14 Lower drain hose if the end is higher than ...

Owners Manual - Page 15

Add an Extra Rinse to measure correctly. Reduce tangling by mixing types of garments being washed. Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of a service call...In U.S.A. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in water. Be sure to the selected cycle. Always measure detergent and follow manufacturer's directions based on load...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... may not have tangled. Undiluted bleach will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. The washer will not start or fill with AFFRESH™ cycle monthly. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is complete. This may still be spinning. Using wrong or too much detergent. Do not place load items on top of...

Energy Guide - Page 1

...ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062963) Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4950X* Cat. U.S. V1br7DQA(3B) Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with an electric water heater) $13 ▼ ... Yearly Electricity Use $9 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost (when used with a natural gas water heater) Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost...

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