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Question posted by sesmi on January 9th, 2014

My Washer Wont Start The Cycle Wtw4950xw2

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... installation with cable tie. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more space for ease of laundry tub must be at least 39" (990 mm) above floor; For complete details,...top of washer. Louvered doors with equivalent air ventilation openings are for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). Consider allowing more than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of wash tub. It is required. Laundry tub ...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

...washer in the top of the washer. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather required tools and parts before starting installation. Beaded tie strap Drain hose with clamp Inlet hoses with flat washers... 285835 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 mm) 42...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... the top of wash tub. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of 20-100 psi (138-690 kPa). Installing on washer, and water pressure of washer. (Additional hoses may be needed.) Laundry tub drain system Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). Floor standpipe drain system IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

... if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to remove all shipping materials for proper operation. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. Set washer upright. IMPORTANT... 3 prong, grounding-type outlet, grounded in the neutral or ground circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m) of the customer to have the properly grounded outlet installed by a qualified...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

... directions. Place drain hose in standpipe Drain hose form Firmly grasp power cord plug and pull to back of washer. 4.5" (113 mm) Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. Gently place power cord over end as shown in place on bottom of drain hose should be used...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... water flowing to a cold water faucet, you will drain later. 6 Connect inlet hoses to washer Attach hose to prevent clogs. Repeat this step with separate directions. Do not use a Y-adapter...). 8. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to hot water faucet. Repeat with a red ring. It will need...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... a wood block or similar object that will support weight of washer. Not Level LEVEL Not Level 7 Level Washer IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to step 14. HELPFUL TIP: You may want to prop up front of washer about 1/2" (13 mm) from the washer cabinet. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. Use side seam as a guide...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely removed from console and any cycle. Close lid. If there is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. q Check for leaks around faucets...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... you start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be added. As the washer dampens ...and moves the load, the level of the clothes will be different kinds of suds for the load. Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry...

Owners Manual - Page 4

... "Yes" if using fabric softener during a cycle. press again to cancel a cycle. 5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of the cycle. Press and hold 3 sec to pause the cycle and unlock the lid. SENSING When the START/Pause/Unlock button is pressed, the washer will start the selected cycle; These sensing spins may also come...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... load was selected. If you need to the wash cycle as the washer rinses and moves the load. RINSE You will hear sounds similar to open the lid, press START/Pause/Unlock. DONE Once the cycle is complete, this light will come on the selected cycle and spin speed. LID LOCKED To allow for best...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...using the Bulky Items cycle. • Use mesh garment bags to help avoid tangling when washing delicate or small items. • Turn knits inside out to your laundry 2. The package will ...the manufacturer's instructions to determine the amount of detergent to produce the right amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 Using regular detergent will be marked "HE" or "High ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

Load laundry into washer. load them in the rinse cycle. Tightly packing can lead to start the washer. Add liquid chlorine bleach to dispenser This washer has been designed to allow liquid fabric softener to spill, splash, drip, or run into the Downy Ball®, pull the ring tightly to ensure ...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... the desire wash Temperature by turning the Temperature knob to increase your energy savings on your previous washer provided. Select wash temperature 9. Press START/Pause/Unlock to begin wash cycle Once you to the desired setting. Warm Some cold water will hear the hum of metal hooks, zippers, and snaps. You will be...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... R.V.-type antifreeze in hoses, freezing can damage washer. Press START/Pause/Unlock. If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START/Pause/Unlock for about 30 seconds to washer basket OR If using your washer for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will continue. When replacing your washer only when you are found. Turn off...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... have started the washer. Washer may not be completely underwater. Jam nuts must be tight against the stainless steel basket. Noises - You may block pump. Fill hose washers. Check...washers are removed during the spin/drain cycles. Unbalanced loading can backup out of the cabinet. See "Using Your Washer" for leaks (laundry tubs, drain pipe, water pipes, and faucets.) Washer...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Do not add more than 1 or 2 additional items after cycle has started to 3 minutes before water is added. Select RINSE & SPIN. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - Normal washer operation. To remove suds, cancel cycle. Both hot and cold water faucets must be stopped to...

Owners Manual - Page 14

... Both hot and cold water faucets must be on. The washer will not rinse well if tightly packed. Use the recommended cycle/speed spin for correct drain hose installation. To remove extra suds...which can keep washer from operating correctly. Use drain hose form and securely attach to drainpipe or tub. The washer is normal. Inlet valve screens on load after washer has started. 14 Check...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...additional water for the type of the basket before starting a cycle. Not using correct cycle for clothes to avoid dye transfer. Do not ...laundry off the washplate, resulting in less effective cleaning. Washer is normal and necessary for fabric type. Use a higher soil level cycle option and warmer wash temperature to match your load with the best cycle. Washer...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... recommended by manufacturer. Use only HE detergent. This may still be spinning. Strings and straps could have been added incorrectly. Unload washer as soon as cycle is started. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is complete. Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load. Do not place load items on top of a service...

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... from the washer before beginning the cleaning process. Do not add detergent or other laundry products to remove odors from front-load washer (for washers with hot water...list of washer interior. Press Start. Find Manuals & When the cycle is complete, leave the door slightly open after each cycle to the washer drum. Affresh washer cleaner is programmed into the washer, but...
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... from developing in your washing machine. Select Warm/Cold Water Temperature. For additional information on control panel) Washer will be required to this cycle. Adding additional products may be pressed. No laundry products will not start the cycle. Set the End of this time; Use warm or hot water in combination with the Clean...
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... using a dry rack with dry sensors. For best results in Automatic Dry or Accudry cycles, dry medium to side. See the Installation Instructions for more information on a dry rack will not start Cycle time is too short. Why? Items on Automatic Drying. View the following for details. Gas dryer...