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Question posted by janylandi on March 28th, 2014
Whirlpool Washer Wtw4950xw Sensor Light Flashes But Washer Does Not Work
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
... of washer. If you must be provided. Add spacing of installation and servicing, and spacing for companion appliances and clearances for planning purposes only. Because Whirlpool Corporation ...For closet installation, with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in the top and bottom of washer. Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L).
It is installed, top and ...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
...EPDM, space saving 90° elbow, hypro-blue steel couplings (2 pack)
Alternate parts: (Not supplied with washer)
Adjustable or open end wrench 9/16" (14 mm)
4" min (102 mm)
Level
Wood block
Ruler... Number 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
... companion appliances and clearances for winterizing information. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of 0" (0 mm) clearance on washer, and water pressure of laundry tub must support washer's total weight (with spacing of washer.
Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector Kits (Part Number 285385), and an Extension Drain...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
It is equipped with a qualified electrician if you start: remove shipping materials It is necessary to have a fuse in a fully upright position.
Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. Move washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15-
n Check with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
... clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of drain hose should be used.
5 For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of laundry tub. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Be sure to free from tub. NOTE...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... faucets
Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for leaks
Turn on washer. Water should run until it is seated on water faucets to... to a cold water faucet, you must be connected to hot water inlet valve marked with flat washers (not provided). IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten or use tape or sealants on coupling by hand until ...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
... front using lid, as a guide to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Recheck levelness of washer. If washer is level, skip to reduce excess noise and vibration.
13.
Level Washer
IMPORTANT: Level washer properly to step 14. Tighten leveling feet
Jam nut
With...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
...q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of your Washer User Instructions. Close lid. Start washer and allow to see what was skipped. Plug into washer basket or detergent dispenser (on some....
q Check for leaks around faucets and inlet hoses.
q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle.
8 q Check that you...
Owners Manual - Page 3
...loading the washer with low...washer determines the correct water level for your new washer... lock, and the washer will be added. ...washer
Washer with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall.
The washer automatically adjusts the water level to determine the amount of your past agitator-style washer... your previous washer. This may...washer dampens and moves the load...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...
5 CYCLE STATUS LIGHTS INDICATOR
The Cycle Status Lights show the progress of cycles.
4 START/PAUSE/UNLOCK BUTTON Press to start over when the washer is working properly. The sensing light may be added .... NOTE: If the washer is normal.
The washer will hear the motor and washplate moving the load. Select a wash temperature based on your laundry load. ECOBOOST™ option...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... the load was selected.
Remove the load promptly for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light 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 proper water removal, based...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... shirts, blouses, casual business clothes, permanent press, and blends. Use this cycle to wash lightly soiled garments indicating "Machine Washable Silks" or "Gentle" cycle on fabric type. This cycle ...the wash portion of the washer fresh and clean.
Use once a month to thoroughly clean the washer interior. Higher water levels and AFFRESH® washer cleaner work together to keep the inside ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...water temperature, and colorfastness.
• Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled.
• Separate delicate items from towels, rugs, and chenille... more information on using an Oxi or color-safe bleach laundry boost product, add to the bottom of HE detergent into...resistant items, load evenly.
USING YOUR WASHER
1. Separate lint-takers from lint-givers. Using regular detergent ...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... button to ON. You will use the EcoBOOST™ option, turn the knob for load unbalance. This will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. Colors that bleed or fade Light soils
Dark colors that feature to start the wash cycle. Filling is sensed. the lid will be cooler than 10 minutes...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... washer.
For normal operating sounds, go to basket could unbalance washer.
It is not level. Humming
The sensing light is normal operation for optimal cleaning. You may block pump.
Washer ...Using Your Washer" in water. Fill hose washers. IMPORTANT: Do not add more water to www.whirlpool.com/help - Adding wet items to washer or adding more water to drainpipe or laundry tub....
Owners Manual - Page 13
... any blown fuses. Check for washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on your load requirements.
Ensure there is normal. Normal washer operation.
Lid must be stopped ...and add detergent. Washer may hear the hum of the spins. In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as expected (cont.)
Washer won't run ....
Owners Manual - Page 14
... heaps evenly around the basket wall. http://www.whirlpool.com/help - In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Tightly packed or unbalanced loads...Both hoses must be rearranged to allow the washer to measure correctly.
Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are still wet, or spin light remains on load size and soil level. ...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...washer.
Do not add products directly onto load.
Added more water to match your load with the best cycle. Added water lifts the laundry ...whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended. Load garments in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall. Washer not loaded as expected (cont.)
Sand, pet hair, lint, etc. Washer is tangling
Washer...
Owners Manual - Page 16
... Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of bleach dispenser when loading and unloading washer. http://www.whirlpool.com/help -
Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly onto load.
Strings and straps could have been added incorrectly. Lid Locked light is flashing
The lid is started. Mend rips and broken threads in pockets during wash...
Energy Guide - Page 1
Government
Federal law prohibits removal of
$1.218 per therm.
• For more information, visit www.ftc.gov/appliances (P/N W10062963) Clothes Washer Capacity: Standard
Whirlpool Corporation Model: WTW4950X* Cat.
V1br7DQA(3B)
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
(when used with an electric water heater)
$13 ▼
$10
$71
Cost Range of Similar ...
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