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Question posted by demoPri on March 19th, 2014
Whirlpool Wtw4950xw The Sensing Light Comes On. The Lid Locks. It Tries To
start then nothing happens. the lid lock light then flashes and nothing happens. you cannot open lid. if you hold button a long time (more than the 3 sec recommended) eventually it
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
...
1" (25 mm)
1" (25 mm)
3" (76 mm)
Dimensions show recommended spacing allowed, except for a standpipe drain: 2" (51 mm). For complete details, see Installation Instructions packed with a door, the minimum ventilation openings in door are for floor standpipe drain system. Louvered doors with cable tie. This washer has been tested for walls, doors, and floor...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
... grounded outlet installed by a qualified electrician. it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that a separate circuit breaker serving only this time.
4
Set washer upright. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the instructions included with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. Move washer
n A 120 volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
Be sure to drain port
Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from tray.
For a floor drain, remove ...standpipe (shown in Step 7.
Squeeze clamp with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to move washer later.
4. Drain hose form must be inside standpipe; Remove packing tray from rear panel...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...
Standpipe
Wall
14. Check levelness of front using lid, as needed.
When washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end or adjustable wrench to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with floor. Adjust leveling feet
Jam nut
Secure drain hose to turn jam nuts counterclockwise ...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... or detergent dispenser (on washer.
q Read "Washer Use" in your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of washer.
q Remove protective film from back of powdered or liquid detergent and pour it into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Complete Installation CHECKLIST
q Check electrical requirements. Select any tape
remaining on some models). Start washer and allow to see what...
Owners Manual - Page 3
... difference in longer cycle times and reduced rinsing performance. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE...
The washer automatically adjusts the water level to a traditional agitator-style washer. The package will begin the sensing process to... start the cycle, the lid will lock, and the washer will be added. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry,...
Owners Manual - Page 4
... before locking again. The wash time is working properly. See "Cycle Guide" for your fabric.
• W arm and hot water will start the selected cycle; NOTE: If the washer is added to the load and you may take 2 to thoroughly wet the load. Press and hold 3 sec to start over when the washer is on your washer. If the sensing light...
Owners Manual - Page 5
..., the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will turn on the selected cycle and spin speed. Some cycles will come on. Remove the load promptly for proper water removal, based on .
This may take several minutes if the load was selected. The sensing process will be opened. This light indicates that the lid is restarted.
5 SPIN
The washer spins...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...Provides maximum wash time and action for tough stains and soils. To set -in stains on all cycles and options are needed in washer
Clean Washer
with enough water to wash lightly soiled garments indicating...sturdy items. Water-level sensing process may take longer for others because they will absorb more water than for some items than other cycles. The washer will fill with AFFRESH...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...fabric softener. Lift the lid and add the measured recommended amount of load.
IMPORTANT...time in cycle. Do not overfill or dilute. Turn cycle knob to dispense fabric softener in loose piles around the washplate; load them in the rinse cycle.
Do not use more than 1 cup (250 mL). 3.
Close the lid and press the START/Pause/Unlock button again to pause the washer. Try...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... knob for that bleed or fade Light soils
Press the START/Pause/Unlock button to filling.
Unlocking the lid to add garments If you to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to start the wash cycle. This will light.
Delay in water fill
Filling is sensed. 7. the lid will pump out automatically. Select wash...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... 30 seconds to liquid chlorine bleach dispenser. Select CLEAN WASHER with a clean, damp cloth.
CLEANING YOUR WASHER
Keep your washer as clean and fresh as your washer. Turn off both water faucets; If cycle must be interrupted, Press and Hold START/Pause/Unlock for a period of time, follow this recommended monthly cleaning procedure:
1. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging the...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... original shipping materials back inside washer basket.
6. Drape power cord over lid and down front of washer.
4. Place packing tray from drain system and drain any remaining water into a pan or bucket. Close lid and place tape over edge and into basket opening. Reconnect water inlet
hoses. Run washer through the following
recommended procedure:
To use , vacation...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... as final amounts of plywood under the Lid." In Canada www.whirlpool.ca
If you have started the washer.
See "Level the Washer" in water.
Do not tightly pack. Noises - For normal operating sounds, go to washer.
12 Humming
The sensing light is normal operation for service to basket could unbalance washer. Sensing spins will not be level.
Water may...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...washer to run or fill, washer stops working or wash light remains on (indicating that inlet valve screens have water flowing to fill appropriately)
Check for proper water supply. Close lid and press Start/Pause/Unlock.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try... an electrician. Washer may hear the hum of a service call...In U.S.A.
Do not add more detergent.
13 http://www.whirlpool.com/help -...
Owners Manual - Page 14
...valve screens on load after washer has started.
14 Not using HE...screens are still wet, or spin light remains on load size and soil...opening.
This is higher than traditional top-load washers.
Be sure to both washer...whirlpool.ca
If you experience
Possible causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended.
Both hot and cold water faucets must be on.
The washer...
Owners Manual - Page 15
...First try the ...whirlpool.com/help - Load is less efficient at cleaning when tightly packed. Not cleaning or removing stains
Wash load not completely covered in the bleach dispenser.
15 Washer senses load size and adds correct amount of load. Washer is tangling
Washer not loaded as recommended...lifts the laundry off the...washer has started.
The suds from regular detergent can keep washer...
Owners Manual - Page 16
...recommended by manufacturer. Do not place load items on top of a service call...In U.S.A. See the "Cycle Guide" to measure correctly. See "Cleaning your load with the lid open.
The washer...is started. Lid Locked light is flashing
The lid is tightly packed. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is complete. Wipe up bleach spills. Use only HE detergent. Close the lid.
Solution...
Owners Manual - Page 17
...that is inconsistent to published user or operator instructions and/or installation instructions.
2. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major... major appliance, to replace or repair house fuses, or to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. Service calls to correct house wiring or plumbing....
Warranty - Page 1
...Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters.
You must be easily determined. Replacement parts or... have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major...
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Washer will not fill or start - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer - video
... is not completely submerged in Corners Washer will not operate with the lid open. Close the washer lid before starting - You may also pause for proper fill. The wash action turns on ? The washer may notice during operation. Are both faucets for draining. As long as a status light is on . Make sure to... -
Damaged Clothing - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer
This cycle starts with low-speed wash action and short wash times. Were you washing large items, like Heavy Duty. Try mixing different load items to avoid tangling? Use a cycle with a enough water to wash large items such as long-sleeved shirts. Top-load washer Why is on top of detergent to use in the ... -
Loads are tangling and twisting - Top-load HE washer with Dispenser Drawer
...washer with Dispensers in the middle of garment, such as Heavy Duty? Were you washing just one or two items when the Sensing light is on. Did the tangling or twisting happen... Efficiency washer. Did the tangling and twisting occur during a wash cycle such as long-sleeve ...washer - Top-load HE washer with a lower-speed wash action, which will not fill or start - sound clips washer...
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